Aspen High School
Student and Family Weekly Update
November 12th
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Dear students and families,
As we pause to honor Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served and sacrificed for our country. Our community has much to celebrate this week—our Girls Volleyball team is heading to the State Championships, showcasing incredible dedication and teamwork! Students in the Aspen Mountain Guide School have just completed Day 2 of their Wilderness First Responder course—an impressive achievement in resilience and skill. Meanwhile, Hockey season is underway, and all winter sports begin next Monday, marking the start of another exciting chapter of competition and camaraderie. To top it all off, the Northern Lights graced our skies this week in a breathtaking display of color and wonder. Stay strong, work hard, and take heart—Thanksgiving is just around the corner!
IB Spotlight
NHS
The National Honor Society induction for new members is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19th, 5:30 pm in the District Theatre. New inductees are required to attend. Parents please join us. This is an invite-only event.
Skier Spotlight
Congratulations to our Climbing Team who made third in the Eagle comp Sunday. Stas Bodnar was a standout making the top 10 and climbing the hardest route in the set. Way to go Stas!
Reminder! Virtual Parent Coffee This Friday!
Friday, November 14 · 8:30 – 9:30am
Time zone: America/Denver
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/eth-qycf-wxp
Athletics
Winter Sports has Started!
Hockey started on 11/10 if you have kids still interested in Hockey, please reach out to AD Beville or Coach Jay. bbeville@aspenk12.net or jmiller@aspenk12.net
Alpine starts on 11/12 with dry land. Please reach out to Coach Sean - smarsh@aspenk12.net
All other winter sports on 11/17 - Boys and Girls Basketball, Girls Swimming, and Nordic
Make sure your student athletes have registered online and have an updated physical on the CHSAA form.
If you have any questions about these teams please contact AD Brett Beville or Assistant AD Bryce Sandoval. bbeville@aspenk12.net and bsandoval@aspenk12.net
Mark your Calendars: Mandatory Winter Sports Parent Night November 18th
The Volleyball Team won their regional tournament and secured their spot at the Denver Coliseum! Their first game is Thursday 11/13 @ 11am.
New Course next Semester, Project Management with Virtual Internships!
Learn how to design and manage projects
7-8 week hands on Problem Solving Project /Virtual Internship with a business/organization- real world work experience!
Choose your project area & industry for your internship 11/13 during SET.
Internship Video (2 min)
Project Management Syllabus/ CTE Business Course
CLICK HERE to Register or talk to Josh or Kearstin! Limited space- act now!
Any questions: See Diane Godfrey, office #1-164 (across from the weight room) or email dgodfrey@aspenk12.net.
Plan Ahead for Final Exam Week
December 15-18th
December 19th is the only make-up day.
We will not allow any students to take exams early due to vacations; please plan accordingly.
It's Senior Photo Time!
Below you will find important information regarding the submission of your senior portraits for the 2025-2026 Aspen High School yearbook. The yearbook is a publication with strict deadlines; therefore, the correct and timely submission of your senior photo is essential. Our goal is to include every senior in the yearbook, so please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Please give your photographer the requirements listed below:
All portraits should be cropped to a square at 300 dpi and saved in JPEG format.
All portraits should be from the waist up. Full body shots will be cropped.
Portraits featuring any clothing, items, or subjects that violate school policy or dress code will not be accepted.
No props of any kind (ex, weapons)
Please submit just one photo.
No AI-generated content
The yearbook staff reserves the right to decline submissions in violation of the established guidelines and/or the Aspen High Media Editorial Policy. The Silver Queen Yearbook team has final approval on all photos selected to appear in the Yearbook.
No portraits will be accepted after Monday, December 1st. If a portrait is not submitted, we will use your school photo. Please contact us before the final date if you have any questions or concerns.
Quote Requirements
Quote must not exceed 30 words
No links
Must credit the original speaker and include quotation marks
If the quote is duplicated, the first submitter receives priority, and we will email the others to request a new one.
Email Submissions to aspenhighyearbook@gmail.com
Our deadline for all senior portraits is December 1st, 2025
Need more information?
Email:
Haylen GonzalezPita- hgonzalezpita@aspenk12.net
Sasha Clifford- sashac12102@aspenk12.net
Zoe Owen- zoeo13477@aspenk12.net
MYP Reminders for 10th GRADE
Upcoming Due Dates:
Criterion B: Applying Skills November 17th & 18th
Criterion C: December 8th & 9th
Personal Project Showcase: January 28th
Post Secondary
SENIORS
Spanish Financial Aid night for Spanish-speaking families: Please join us on Wednesday November 19 from 6-8pm for a presentation on financial aid (FAFSA and CAFSA), hosted by Mateo, Aspen Family Connections and financial aid experts from Colorado Mountain College (in person) and our admissions representative (virtually) from Santa Clara University. Light dinner will be provided.
November 15 Application Deadline: Just a reminder that many schools have a November 15 deadline for Early Action (CU Boulder) or Early Decision. If you are applying with a November 15 deadline, that is this Saturday! If you would like Mateo or me to review your application before you submit, make sure to schedule a meeting this week!
December 1 Application Deadline for University of California and Cal State schools: The deadline for Univ of CA and Cal State schools is coming up December 1. You need to make sure you accurately report your courses/grades per the UC/Cal State A-G requirements listed in the applications.Also if you took Graphic Design courses or IB Business HL, those are Dual Enrollment college courses and should be listed under the College Courses section, with Colorado Mountain College listed as the college. Follow the directions here to make sure those courses are listed properly in the UC and Cal State applications. We highly recommend you submit your UC and Cal State applications BEFORE Thanksgiving break!
Scholarships:
University of Montana
Students with a 3.0+ GPA who apply before December 1 are automatically considered for the Western Undergraduate Exchange tuition discount award. This award is the largest offered at the University of Montana, effectively saving each WUE student over $21,000 in tuition per year.
Alongside automatic consideration for the WUE tuition discount award, applying by December 1 and completing the FAFSA opens the door to other preferential financial aid and priority housing registration. UM's FAFSA school code is 002536.
JUNIORS:
1:1 Meetings Open for Juniors. The best way to schedule is on the Class of 2027 webpage or via this link. Students should only schedule when they do not have a class. Parents are welcome to join, virtually or in person – but are not required. Before we meet, juniors must fill out this Student IntakeForm, and a parent should fill out this Parent Intake form.
ALL STUDENTS:
Some programs for you to check out!
Youth in Nature 2026-2027: This is a year-long paid program, meeting only once a month, that brings high school students from across the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond to learn and participate in stewardship and outdoor opportunities with a variety of non profit partners. The application opens January 15. More information about the program and individual sessions can be found at https://www.rfov.org/yin.
Harvard Changemakers: The Future Changemakers Program offers an exceptional opportunity for high school students to come together in a collaborative setting. Through this program, they will work collectively to identify, brainstorm, and solve some of the most pressing global issues we face today. By engaging with the finest minds of their generation, students will develop crucial skills and gain a deep understanding of the challenges affecting various communities worldwide.
Key Details
Program Start Date: Dec 6th 2025
Eligibility: Grades 9-12
Duration: 4 weekends
Format: Online via Zoom
Program Time: 9 am – 10.30 am ET
Program Fee: Early Applicant Fee: $350, Regular Program Fee: $450
Early Application Deadline: Nov 25th 2025
Regular Application Deadline: Dec 2nd 2025
Find more about the Program: https://www.learnwithleaders.com/certificate_programs/the-future-changemakers-program-by-harvard-student-agencies-cohort/
Application Form: https://t.ly/Zxtnk
AHS Driver's Ed Program
Aspen High School Driver’s Ed. Program will offer an in-person driver's ed “immersion” permit class starting December 20-23 that will cover the 30 hour requirement for students to get their driving permit. This class will provide the opportunity for students to complete the course approved by the Colorado DMV and take the test at the end that qualifies for the Colorado driving permit. Students must be a minimum of 14 yrs and 6 months at the start of the course (they DO NOT need to be 15 years old by the end of it…) and be in attendance for all 30 hours in order to pass the class on time.
Classes will be taught in a room at Aspen Middle School.
The cost of the course is $260 and snacks will be provided for each session. To register, please click on this link and for more information, please contact Georgina Levey (glevey@aspenk12.net)
Rally for Jasmine — Our Former Skier Needs Us
Former AHS student Jasmine McCuiston is bravely recovering from a sudden, life-threatening illness. Jasmine’s strength and positivity have inspired everyone around her, and now she needs her Aspen family to rally behind her. Every message, donation, and kind word helps.
AHS Community Hike- Join for the November AHS Community Hike on Monday!
Please join us for the upcoming November and December AHS Community hikes!
Special Offer for Families: See Doktor Kaboom: Under Pressure!
Wednesday, November 19 at 6 PM
The Wheeler Opera House is thrilled to present Doktor Kaboom: Under Pressure!, a high-energy blend of science, comedy, and life lessons designed to entertain and empower. Perfect for students and families, this Kennedy Center–commissioned show explores the pressures we face—both physical and emotional—with humor and heart.
Aspen High families can enjoy a special discount using promo code FAMILY4 when purchasing tickets. Come laugh, learn, and be inspired!
Sarah Strassburger
Principal, Aspen High School
School Phone #: (970) 315-3516
Email: sstrassburger@aspenk12.net
Website: https://ahs.aspenk12.net/en-US
Location: 235 High School Road, Aspen, CO, USA
Aspen School District Main Phone #: (970) 925-3760
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspenHighSchool