Week of 11/08/25
Monday, November 10th, 2025 - A Day
Sports- Girls Volleyball Practice
- 8th Grade - 2:30-4:00 pm
- 7th Grade - 4:00-5:30 pm
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 - B Day
Clubs
- Art Club - K-3rd Grade 2:30-4:00 pm in Art Rm.
- Music Studio 4th-8th Grade 2:30-3:30 pm in Music Rm.
- NJHS Meeting Rm. 216 7:45 - 8:10 am
- Science Matters 2:35-3:35 pm in Rm. 217
Events
- Quest Accountability Meeting 5:00 pm
- PTA Meeting 6:00 pm
Sports
- Girls Volleyball Practice
- 8th Grade - 2:30-4:00 pm
- 7th Grade - 4:00-5:30 pm
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 - A Day
Clubs
- 4th-8th Grade Art Club 2:30-4:00 pm
Sports
- Girls Volleyball Practice
- 8th Grade - 2:30-4:00 pm
- 7th Grade - 4:00-5:30 pm
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Thursday, November 13th, 2025 - B Day
Clubs
- Music Studio 2:30-3:30 pm Rm. 32
- Robotics 2:30-4:30 pm Rm. 121
- Student Council 2:30-3:30 pm
- Tae Kwon Do 2:30-3:45 pm Rm. 36
Events
Last Prospective Parent Night at Quest 6:00 pm
Magnet School Expo 5:30-7:30 am at 15771 E. Centretech Parkway, Aurora, CO 8001
Sports
- Girls Volleyball Practice
- 8th Grade - 2:30-4:00 pm
- 7th Grade - 4:00-5:30 pm
Friday, November 14th, 2025 - A Day
Sports
- Girls Volleyball Practice
- 8th Grade - 2:30-4:00 pm
- 7th Grade - 4:00-5:30 pm
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Events
- Skate City Night 6:30-8:30 pm
Sports
- Girls Volleyball Games
- 7th Grade @ Quest 8:00 am
- 8th Grade @ Aurora Highlands 8:00 am
Counselor Connection
For those of you who don't know me, I am Rob Lipson the Elementary School Counselor here at Quest. My main focus is working with teachers and students in classrooms on social skills, social emotional learning, appropriate behaviors for specific situations and much more. Please read the attached document where I share what we are working on currently. If you should ever have questions or concerns, pelase reach out to me at rclipson@aurorak12.org
Feedback needed, please respond
We had our last lunch and learn session for the semester this week! We are seeking feedback on topics and format for semester two. Please fill out this survey to give your input. Thanks!
- Greta Barker & Kim Opferman
Day 1: Friday, November 21, 2025, • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Day 2: Saturday, December 6, 2025, • 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
CSU Spur (Globeville/Elyria–Swansea) • 4817 National Western Dr, Denver, CO
What it is:
A reimagined, hands-on Conference & Expo connecting Black, Native/Indigenous, and other historically
underserved communities to real pathways in STEAM and skilled trades—certifications, apprenticeships, and
jobs. Family-centered, with translation, transportation, and meals available (with timely registration).
Hands-on Experiences (examples)
• AI/Cybersecurity • Coding/Automation • Advanced Manufacturing
• Healthcare & Sports Science (on/off the court)
• Construction & Skilled Trades • Energy & Aviation
• On-site enrollments, interviews, scholarships, and next steps
Who should come
• Youth (3rd grade -adults), adults, and whole families
• Employers & training providers ready to offer real opportunities
• Educators, counselors, mentors, and community leaders
Bring / Prepare
Curiosity and questions
• A charged device (if possible)
• Resume or experience list (optional)
• Comfortable shoes for lab rotations and site visits
Register & Get Involved
• Participants (youth, adults, families):
https://forms.gle/7XowqHSJg3wjn1wd9
• Partners/Sponsors (employers, programs, training providers):
https://forms.gle/WbwffYgxa8aeNrH8A
Hosted by Higher Learning U Inc. In partnership with CSU Spur and community allies
Students must have an up to date physical to participate in practices and games.
- Girls Volleyball: Starts Nov. 3, Ends Jan. 10 (unless they qualify for the tournament games then it will end on Jan. 21st.)
- The 8th grade team will practice from 2:30 - 4:00. Parents should plan to pick up their 8th grade athlete no later than 4:15.
- The 7th grade team will practice from 4:00 - 5:30. The 7th grade team can either go home until 4:00 or stay after school for a study session and chalk talk at Quest. Parents should plan to pick up their 7th grade athlete no later than 5:45 pm.
If you have any questions, reach out to the Athletic Directors:
Shayna Buckman - sbuckman@aurorak12.org
Tawnya Trail - tjtrail@aurorak12.org
Dates to Look Out For:
-11/11 PTA Meeting
-11/15 2nd Quarter Skate City 6:30-8:30pm
-12/12 Winter Fest 4:30-7
Winter Fest
Our annual Winter gathering will be here before you know it and planning has already begun! There will be a sign up for volunteers to help us successfully run the event in a way that everyone can enjoy. We host the Silent Auction portion and have already been collecting items. If you or someone you know owns a small business and would be interested in donating please reach out. We have some fun things on the agenda, Looking forward to hanging out!
Skate City
We had requests for a non-school night event and we were able to snag one! The school will earn $3 back for each skater (minimum 75 paid skaters), jumping up to $3.50/skater for 125+ skaters, $1000+ for 200 skaters! Feel free to bring family, friends, neighbors kids (with permission of course LOL) There are $5 meal deals, prizes, icees, and dipping dots that you don’t want to miss out on!!!! See you there!
Vice President candidate
There’s been an opening on our board fir Vice President and we have a nominee. We will be voting at the next meeting. Here he is!
Hello Aurora Quest Families,
My name is Scott Sandoval, and I’m honored to be nominated for Vice President of the Aurora Quest PTA. I’m a Colorado native, a proud husband, and a father who became a parent at 35 — something that’s been the most rewarding experience of my life. We are a new Kinder family and truly appreciate the dedication of the staff and the strong sense of community that makes this school unique.
Professionally, I’m a Senior Project Manager for a utility consulting firm, with nearly 15 years in the industry leading teams, managing complex projects, and keeping communication and organization at the forefront of everything I do. I believe those same skills translate perfectly into supporting the PTA’s mission — bringing structure, teamwork, and follow-through to our goals and events.
As Vice President, my focus would be on strengthening parent involvement, supporting teachers, and ensuring our activities run smoothly and inclusively. I value collaboration, communication, and finding practical ways to turn good ideas into real results that benefit our students and staff.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter, exploring Colorado’s outdoors, and making hip-hop music in my downtime — a creative outlet that keeps me grounded and inspired.
Thank you for considering me for this role. I’m excited for the opportunity to give back to the Aurora Quest community and help make this year one to remember.
Warmly,
Scott Sandoval
King Soopers Rewards: (EASIEST way to passively fundraise without trying!)
Help our school by buying your groceries. This last quarter we earned $1165.23 from families buying groceries is the easiest fundraiser and takes less than 10 minutes to set up so sign up if you haven't already. A huge THANK YOU to our current participants!! 188 families are currently contributing money towards our school line items from our budget.
• Go to: www.kingsooperscommunityrewards.com
• Click on Enroll Now.
• Sign in to your account.
• Click on Community Rewards
Enter Aurora Quest K8 PTA or “BX352”
Shop as usual using your rewards card or alternate ID
Thank You for all you do to help and grow our community!
2025/2026 Aurora Quest K8 PTA Board
Dre Sneddon, President
Angelica Upton, Secretary
Susan Milo, Treasurer
Want to Volunteer? Here's how...
Our parent volunteers are our rock and help us navigate through the school year with less stress. If you are interested in volunteering, here is how to get your badge and clearance.
We will be asking parents to get their volunteer badges to be chaperones during field trips.
STEP 1: Complete the Screening Process (Background Check). Click Here to be directed to the Aurora Public Schools' website for the screening process.
STEP 2: Fill out the Volunteer form for Mr. Adams, our Family Liaison. He will reach out to you so you can send him a picture of your valid driver's license (front only) and a picture of yourself with a plain background for your badge. Mr. Adams will submit the "Volunteer Approval Form" with both pictures to the Safety & Security Department.
Your volunteer badge will be sent to the school and you will be informed so that you can pick it up once approval from the Safety & Security Department goes through.
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Multi Function Small Athletic Bus Driver Volunteers Needed
If you would like to get trained to drive the MFSAB buses to help us out during field trips where we might be over capacity by just a few people please do the following:
- Get your volunteer clearance badge (See Mr. Adams if you need help)
- Fill out the Permission to Release Driving Record which can be picked up in the front office and send to Tyson Roemmich at troemmich@aurorak12.org with the preferred date you would like to
Upcoming trainings are as follows:
- 10/22/2025
- 11/12/2025
- No MSFAB classes in December 2025
- STAY TUNED! Other classes coming soon.
The Power of Black Women Summit 2025
Power of Black Women Summit (PBWS)
The Denver Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting the 2025 Power of Black Women Summit (PBWS). This year’s Summit is themed “Rooted in Power. Rising in Purpose.”
If your family or if you know a family who is in need of Christmas support now is the time to sign up with the Salvation Army's Project Angel Tree.
Go to: https://saangeltree.org/