HRHS Falcon Community Bulletin
Week of April 13, 2026
Our Falcon Community Bulletin
We have highlights that apply to most families at the top with abbreviated department update sections below.
--> WHAT'S NEW AND IMPORTANT
- Please make note of the special schedule for Monday through Thursday this week. Busses will run at normal times - students riding the bus will remain in the Commons if not testing. Friday will be a normal Silver day.
- The Main Office Lost and Found items are in the hallway outside of counseling - please remind your students to check for their missing items before they are donated Friday morning.
- HRHS Falcon Academic Boosters is now accepting End of year Staff Appreciation gifts until April 17th. More details and information here. Please support the staff by participating in the end of year gifts program.
--> OTHER IMPORTANT HRHS INFORMATION
- Please note that spring finals (except for seniors) are AFTER Memorial Day this year (May 26th-29th). Spring Final Exam Schedule
- Enrollment is now open for the trip to France, Germany, and Switzerland in Spring 2027! Lock in your spot with only $95. Plus, enroll by April 30 and you’ll receive a $330 discount . Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/3043261PU. Please email me if you have any questions janderson@dcsdk12.org
- Prom will be at Wings Over the Rockies CENTENNIAL LOCATION on Saturday, April 25th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. Address: 13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112. This year’s theme is Passport to Prom. Tickets will be sold at the Senate Window starting Friday, April 17th: one for $45 or two for $80. Students must present ID at time of purchasing (Minga will be used to check students in at the door). If students are bringing guests from another school or Highlands Ranch underclassman, they must have a guest form properly filled out and signed by admin by April 21! Please read this form carefully.
- Make sure you’re following HRHS on Instagram: NEW @thehighlandsranchhighschool, @hrhs_athleticsandactivities, @hrhsafterprom @hrhsvolunteercoordinator,@counselinghrhs, @hrhspostgrad, @hrfalcons
--> SENIOR NEWS
- HRHS graduation news website
Senior Families: please consider donating to the Senior Fund (to help pay for senior yard signs and senior breakfast) and the Graduation Fund (to help pay for gowns for students in need).
Pre-Order now from the Commencement Group to have optional flowers or gifts ready for you at the entrance to RedRocks! *The Commencement Group gives back a percentage of sales to HRHS.
Seniors - please don’t forget to report ALL scholarship offers you receive to Mrs. Sadler in Post Grad.
--> ACTIVITIES
- HRHS Cosmo is collecting donations of new hair care and hygiene items for Hair Care for Foster Care. Hair Care for Foster Care is dedicated to supporting and uplifting the youth in Foster Care by providing essential items that many don't have the resources to access. Donations will be accepted at HRHS Monday-Friday, 8:00am-3:00pm until April 27th 2026.
Chamber Music Concert Thursday, April 23rd @ 7pm in the Auditorium. Come listen to our strings students showcase what they’ve learned.
Combined Choir and Band Pop Concert Wednesday, May 6th at 7pm in the lower gym.
Support the band program by buying a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts. For every $14 donation, you’ll receive a digital voucher for one dozen original glazed donuts from Krispy Kreme, redeemable at any Krispy Kreme location. The vouchers will be emailed after the fundraiser ends, around May 1st.
Calling all musicians! HRHS Marching Band 2026 kickoff is Saturday, May 2nd 8am-noon. Interest form in English HERE and Spanish HERE. Come see what we’re all about!
Prom will be at Wings Over the Rockies CENTENNIAL LOCATION on Saturday, April 25th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. Address: 13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112. This year’s theme is Passport to Prom. Tickets will be sold at the Senate Window starting April 17th. One for $45 or two for $80. Students must present ID at time of purchasing (Minga will be used to check students in at the door). If students are bringing guests from another school or Highlands Ranch underclassman, they must have a guest form properly filled out and signed by admin. Please read this form carefully.
Senior Sunset will be at Redstone Stadium (Halftime Help) on Tuesday, May 12th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Music, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Photo op too!
--> ATHLETICS
- HRHS Signing Day Celebration - We will be having our Highlands Ranch Signing Day Celebration on May 5th at 3:00pm in the Lower Gym to celebrate the student athletes who have committed to continuing their athletic and academic career by playing and competing in a college sport. If you know of a student that would like to participate please have them complete this form by April 24th. Everyone is invited to this event, come support our athletes!!
Barrel Man/ Falcon Mascot Applications - Do you have a student who is interested in being the next HRHS Barrel Man or Mascot? Come see Ms. Hailey at the athletic window to apply!
Cheer Team Tryouts will be April 16-17 from 3:00-6:00 - email highlandsranchcheer@gmail.com for more information!
Denver Tennis Park - Offers youth programs and scholarships
--> ATTENDANCE
- Senior parents, please note only guardians can excuse attendance by calling 303-387-2502. We can excuse based on guardians in IC, not on someone being 18.
- Reminder that finals week is after Memorial Day this year--students planning on missing this should see the above bulletpoint about finals.
--> BUSINESS OFFICE
Senior parents please check your fees - fees are required All fees need to be cleared before Senior check out day 5/14/26!!
--> COUNSELING UPDATES
- Volunteer Opportunity: Student Volunteers for Extended School Year (ESY). We are looking for student volunteers to help with ESY. Students should be in 8th grade (going into 9th next year) or High School. Students will be assisting other students with learning activities under the supervision of a teacher. Please pass along this interest form to any interested students. It is a great way to get community service hours!
- Apprenticeship Career Expo: Please see this flyer for more information and register here.
--> POST GRAD CENTER
- Here is the link to the 30th weekly post grad newsletter. There is information on summer jobs, summer camp, college offerings and scholarships. The information is also accessible via the post grad website. Feel free to contact Mrs. Sadler should you have any questions at ksadler@dcsdk12.org or 303-387-2578.
- SENIORS, have you made a decision about next year? Share it via Instagram by filling out the google form @hrhs2026.decisions. Also, wear your apparel representing the college, university, trade school, or military branch you plan to attend on May 1 for National College Decision Day.
--> LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
- Free student tutoring is available from the National Honor Society during Access, after school (Monday-Thursday), and before school (Fridays). Just click this link to sign up: Sign up for NHS Tutoring.
--> PARENT INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- All information in one place! Volunteer Coordinator Spring Newsletter, email dspetitt@dcsdk12.org with questions.
- Staff Appreciation Week starts May 4, less than a month away! Help us supply snacks, drinks and goodies for all the amazing 160 staff of HRHS. Sign up to bring goods or sign up to donate $$ and we will shower the staff with love and food all week long!
- AFTER PROM is coming!! SIGN UP to help with supplies and prizes or to help AT After prom on 4/25/26. Help decorate Senior Hall 4/24/26 between 11am & 4pm!
- Buy your After Prom Ticket ($15) HERE, complete registration and sign waiver HERE; Complete BOTH before 4/24/26 and get TWO entries for the big After Prom prize raffles! Guest tickets may be purchased HERE.
- Support the band program by buying a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts. For every $14 donation, you’ll receive a digital voucher for one dozen original glazed donuts from Krispy Kreme, redeemable at any Krispy Kreme location. The vouchers will be emailed after the fundraiser ends, around May 1st.
- SENIORS! Pick up your senior yard sign when you come see Senior hall Monday, 4/27/26, 5-7pm, at the school.
- Senior families, please consider donating to the Senior Fund to help pay for senior yard signs and senior breakfast. SAVE THE DATE for Senior Celebration, Monday, May 18 at 6:30pm. Watch your mailbox for details.
School Accountability Committee (SAC)
- If you have any questions please email hrhsfab@dcsdk12.org at any time! To learn more about what the FAB does please visit us at our website. The next meeting will be April 13th.
Falcon Academic Boosters (FAB)
- If you have any questions please email hrhsfab@dcsdk12.org at any time! To learn more about what the FAB does please visit us at our website. The next meeting will be April 13th.
--> District Information and Opportunities
- DCSD Parent Resource Center
- Colorado Rockies tickets in April and May benefitting the Foundation for Douglas County Schools
- DCSD Statement about Naviance Emails
Non-Discrimination Notice
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