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Happy Halloween!

As we enter the season of fall holidays and celebrations, we have just a couple of reminders of some upcoming school events. Saturday, November 8th at 6:00pm is the Monarch Booster Club “Black & Gold Bash” at the Lionsgate Event Center. This is an important event that raises a significant amount of money to support Monarch activities and sports programs. Tickets (click here to purchase) are $50 and the event includes a casino, live auction, food, and drink tickets. Immediately following that event, families will have an extended weekend with no school in session on Monday, November 10th (Teacher Work Day) and Tuesday, November 11th (Veterans Day).

So we hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween this weekend and a great couple of days of break in November.

Sko Yotes!

Greg Doan

Principal

We know that the current government shutdown and pause in SNAP benefits may create additional stress for some families. Please know that there are local resources available to help ensure everyone has access to food and essential items.

The Well Mind Connection has shared a list of community resources, including local food pantries, mobile food distributions, and assistance programs throughout Boulder County. You can find these and other helpful links HERE.

Here are some local resources for families:

• Colorado 211: Call 2-1-1- or 866-760-6489 or visit www.211colorado.org
• Feeding Colorado: Visit www.feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org
• Hunger Free Colorado Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626

If your family could use extra support, or if you know someone who might, please take a moment to explore these options.

Our school community cares deeply about the well-being of every student and family.

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For a complete list of events, please see the CALENDAR on our website.

• Attendance is taken for periods designated for “review” and “exam”

• Buses will run normal pick up and departure times all week.

• MHS remains a closed campus during this important week of final exams.

• ALL requests to adjust a student’s exam schedule must be approved by the principal by sending an email to gregory.doan@bvsd.org. Please take care of these arrangements prior to exam week.

We want to remind all BVSD families that in addition to free lunch, we offer a full breakfast every morning at schools. Breakfast schedules vary by site, so be sure to check in with your school office about how and when it is served at your school. You can find the 2-week breakfast cycle on our website, or toggle to “Breakfast” on our interactive menu calendar to see what is served each day!

Recordatorio: ¡El desayuno es gratis todos los días en las escuelas!

Queremos recordarles a todas las familias del BVSD que, además del almuerzo gratuito, ofrecemos un desayuno completo todas las mañanas en las escuelas. Los horarios del desayuno varían según la escuela, así que asegúrense de consultar con la oficina de su escuela para saber cómo y cuándo se sirve. Pueden encontrar el ciclo de desayunos de dos semanas en nuestro sitio web o ir a "Desayuno" en nuestro calendario de menú interactivo para ver qué se sirve cada día.

This November, voters will consider two ballot measures, Propositions LL and MM, that aim to secure funding to continue the Healthy School Meals for All (HSMA) program, which was originally approved by voters in 2022, via Proposition FF.

High participation and rising food costs statewide have required a funding adjustment to continue the program, which has provided free, nutritious meals to all students since the 2023-2024 school year. Since school meals have been free, lunch participation increased by 40% and breakfast by 90% district-wide. Read more.


El Consejo del BVSD apoya las medidas electorales para extender las comidas gratuitas más allá de 2025

Este noviembre, los votantes considerarán dos medidas en la boleta electoral, las Proposiciones LL y MM, que tienen como objetivo asegurar el financiamiento para continuar el programa de Comidas Escolares Saludables para Todos (HSMA, por sus siglas en inglés), que fue aprobado originalmente por los votantes en 2022, a través de la Proposición FF.

La alta participación y el aumento de los costos de los alimentos en todo el estado han requerido un ajuste de fondos para continuar con el programa, que ha proporcionado comidas nutritivas y gratuitas a todos los estudiantes desde el año escolar 2023-2024. En el BVSD, la participación en los almuerzos escolares aumentó un 40% y en los desayunos un 90% desde que las comidas son gratuitas para todos los alumnos. Leer más.

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CHECK YOUR STUDENT EMAIL!!! We will email you when your ID is ready for pick up.

Pick up a clear plastic ID holder in the front office.

Students are back at school making new memories! Be sure to order the one book that

captures the activities, spirit, and unique qualities of your child’s school.

Visit www.jostensyearbooks.com to order the 2026 Yearbook by Oct. 31 for the BEST PRICE!

SENIOR PHOTOS:
It is tradition for seniors to submit a portrait of themselves for the yearbook. Click here to read all the official guidelines for senior photos and view our recommended list of photographers. Photos must be submitted by Oct. 31. Click here to upload your photo. Please no horizontal photos or full body shots!

SENIOR BABY ADS:
Many families purchase a senior tribute ad (known as "baby ads") to recognize the achievements of their seniors in the yearbook. Purchase your baby ad at theyearbookcompany.com. Baby ads must be purchased by Oct. 31.

Yearbook Name Change Request

For the portrait pages of the yearbook, our staff uses names provided by the school, which are pulled from Infinite Campus. If you use a different name than currently appears in IC that you want to appear in the yearbook, please complete THIS FORM. This form should NOT be filled out by people who go by a nickname (“Tommy” instead of Thomas) or by people who go by a shorter version of their legal name (“Ben” instead of Benjamin). Because of printing deadlines, name change requests cannot be accommodated if you do not complete this form by Oct. 31. For more information, visit mohimix.com and click the Yearbook tab.

NOVEMBER:

University of Wyoming- Monday, November 3, 2025 - 1:30 PM

Colorado State University, FoCo - Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 11:00 AM

Savannah College of Art and Design - Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 2:30 PM

Fort Lewis College - Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 11:30AM

Louisiana State University - Friday, November 14, 2025 - 9:30 AM

*University of Mississippi - Monday, November 17 - 10:00 AM

Juniors and Seniors, sign up now in Naviance! Counseling will send you a pass to come down to the Post Grad center, or other location noted on the pass, to join the visit.

*This meeting will be virtual! Please come to the counseling office and we will have the college rep set-up on a monitor, ready to speak with students.

Questions? Ask Ellie Pemberton or your counselor.

• Student Last Names A-D Aimee Dana
• Student Last Names E-Ld Ben Holloway
• Student Last Names Le-Rn Autumn Coppejans
• Student Last Names Ro-Z Jill Benisch
• Counseling Assistant Ellie Pemberton

SENIOR PHOTOS:
It is tradition for seniors to submit a portrait of themselves for the yearbook. Click here to read all the official guidelines for senior photos and view our recommended list of photographers. Photos must be submitted by OCTOBER 31, 2025. Click here to upload your photo. No horizontal photos or full body shots!

SENIOR BABY ADS:
Many families purchase a senior tribute ad (known as "baby ads") to recognize the achievements of their seniors in the yearbook. Purchase your baby ad at theyearbookcompany.com. Baby ads must be purchased by OCTOBER 31, 2025.

Did you know that BVSD Partners with CU Boulder to offer Dual Enrolment Courses?

What that means is that your student could be earning CU college credit (subsidized) while still in high school!

(Scholarships are available on a financial needs basis).

For more information or support, please connect with our Grad Plus Site Lead kelly.isom@bvsd.org

We’re thrilled to announce that CU Monarch’s High School ACCESS students now receive an earlier enrollment appointment—a full month before other non degree students! This new benefit gives you priority consideration for classes and more time to plan your CU Boulder courses around your high school schedule.

Spring 2026 Registration Opens: December 1, 2025

The Spring 2026 application is now open! Review the steps on the HS ACCESS Apply and Enroll page. Be sure to take advantage of this early enrollment window and the opportunity to potentially receive BVSD district assistance through the College Before Graduation program.

Looking for additional financial support?
Explore scholarship opportunities for High School ACCESS students on their financial support page.

Please reach out to hsaccess@colorado.edu if you have any questions or would like to schedule an advising appointment.

Check out THIS LINK to read more about our partnership with the CU ACCESS Team

For more information or support, please connect with our Grad Plus Site Lead kelly.isom@bvsd.org

Nederland High School Alpine Skiing had a required meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. You can view the meeting recording here.

Registration opened the morning of Monday, October 27, 2025 and it will close at noon on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Late registrations will not be accepted.

If you are have additional questions about Alpine Skiing, contact Coaches Josh Lynch and Krista Crabtree ASAP.

Did you know that Monarch has over 70 active clubs for students to get involved in? Please click on the link below to read about all of the clubs that MOHI has to offer.

All questions regarding activities, athletics, or required registration forms should be directed to-

• Katie Nicholas, Athletic Department Assistant
• Dr. Cara Maronek, Activities Director
• Eric Gustafson, Athletic Director

Check out the latest MOHI Nation news in the MOHI Booster Brief! Several teams are gearing up for the playoffs, choir is hosting a free show, fundraisers, and more!

Volunteers aka Parent Reps can submit highlights with pictures to Monarchboosterclub@gmail.com by Monday morning at 8am. Then our newsletter volunteer, Rob Kalkofen, will generate the newsletter and get it over to the Monarch admin team to send out!

Your support directly impacts YOUR student's experience. For just $50 per family per year (REGARDLESS of # of activities or students), you're fueling student passions across the board. In order for your student's activity to be eligible to apply for a grant, 30% of their roster needs to be a Booster Club Member.

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All meetings, except for the Booster Bash, will begin at 7:00pm and will be held in the MOHI Perk Cafe at Monarch High School.

Grab your friends and get ready for the Monarch Booster Bash!

This is the largest fundraiser of the year for the school AND the premier social event for MoHi Nation parents and alumni.

Tickets

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at: https://spotlightcolorado.com/online_sales/rsvp_ticket_purchasebt.cfm?rsvpid=18770

Baskets

Clubs - we need your baskets! 100% of the proceeds of your basket go back to your club. Please enter your information on the sign up genius below. Be sure to add the type of basket you are bringing and the club you are representing. Prior to dropping off your basket, please email monarchboosterclub@gmail.com with a list of items in your basket, as well as a total dollar amount of the basket. We usually price baskets at about 40% of their value to start the bidding, and many go for just under the price of the basket. Basket drop off will be on October 20, from 4pm - 8pm, at 699 Flagstone Place in Superior. Please bring your unwrapped basket on October 20th to be photographed for our silent auction and we will gladly wrap it for you. If you can’t make this date, please email lmgustofson@gmail.com to arrange to drop it another time. The sign up genius is located here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A49AAA82DA6F94-59295497-booster

Silent Auction

The silent auction will open November 1 online and close November 8th at 8pm, during the event. You will receive your bidding information once you register for the event. Can’t make it to the event? You can still register to bid online! Go to the main registration site and select online bidder only.

Live Auction

The Live Auction will include mountain and beach getaways, reserved graduation seating, a reserved prime parking space in senior lot, private chef’s dinner, an extreme driving experience, sports tickets and more! A detailed list will be sent out in the weeks to come. Stay tuned!

Finally of Note…

With the new format of the event, the casino, and all of the fun we have planned, we are hoping to make this event the best yet. This starts with you! Please be sure to pass on this information to your coaches, parents, friends and the community. We will deliver the fun and need your help to deliver the guests. Thank you in advance for making our school fundraiser a success!

Monarch's national award-winning newsmagazine comes out every six weeks.

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This weekly broadcast showcases stories that matter throughout the Monarch community.

Today's Halloween episode gets a little freaky. First, we learn about the new band director and congratulate the marching band on a terrific season. Then, it's time to put students to the test. Can you tell real news from fake news?

BE FOREWARNED!

There are loud screams at the following times - 0:55, 2:53, and 5:44

This student-run Instagram account highlights every Monarch event and breaks news important to our community. It's a must-follow.

The Boulder MOD and Apex, BVSD's Career and Technical School are proud to host an exciting event aimed at connecting young talent with real career opportunities in the trades this upcoming Thursday, November 6 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Boulder MOD/Apex Campus at 6500 Arapahoe Rd, Building D in Boulder. All students and families are welcome to network, learn, and grow in a dynamic and forward-thinking construction and building industry. Learn more about the Boulder MOD.

Evento de orientación profesional para la industria de la construcción: Exposición Construyendo Futuros: Jueves 6 de noviembre

Boulder MOD y Apex, la escuela de formación profesional y técnica del BVSD , se complacen en presentar un emocionante evento para conectar a jóvenes talentos con oportunidades laborales reales en el sector de la construcción. El evento tendrá lugar el próximo jueves 6 de noviembre, de 4:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., en el campus de Boulder MOD/Apex, ubicado en el 6500 Arapahoe Rd, Edificio D, en Boulder. Todos los estudiantes y sus familias están invitados a establecer contactos, aprender y crecer en una industria de la construcción dinámica y con visión de futuro. Conozca más sobre Boulder MOD.

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, join AI experts (also parents!) as they help you turn confusion and concern into clarity, confidence, and empowerment in this NO-COST, hands-on, parent-centered workshop.

Explore AI’s impact on learning and well-being, share experiences in small group discussions, and gain hands-on familiarity with AI tools in a supportive environment. Let’s tackle this evolving landscape together.

Leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to guide your children with confidence.

• Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 10:30-2:00 PM*
• Location: CU Boulder Smead Aerospace Building, Boulder, CO

SCHEDULE:

• 10:30am-12pm: Demystifying AI Presentation
• 12-12:45pm: Lunch/Community

• 12:45-2:30pm: Breakout Sessions

*While extremely beneficial, you do not need be at the full workshop to participate.

El sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025, acompaña a expertos en inteligencia artificial (¡que también son padres!) en un taller gratuito, práctico y centrado en las familias, diseñado para transformar la confusión y la preocupación en claridad, confianza y empoderamiento.

Explora el impacto de la IA en el aprendizaje y el bienestar, comparte experiencias en grupos pequeños, y familiarízate con herramientas de IA en un ambiente de apoyo y colaboración. Enfrentemos juntos este nuevo panorama en evolución.

Saldrás del taller informado(a), empoderado(a) y listo(a) para guiar a tus hijos con seguridad.

• Fecha y hora: Sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025 – 10:30 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.*
• Lugar: Edificio Smead Aerospace, Universidad de Colorado en Boulder
• Habrá interpretación en español disponible.

PROGRAMA:

• 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Presentación – Desmitificando la IA
• 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.: Almuerzo y convivencia
• 12:45 – 2:30 p.m.: Sesiones grupales

*Aunque es muy beneficioso, no es necesario asistir a todo el taller para participar.

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LEARNING ALLY is now available for all MHS students and staff to access. This audio tool provides human-read texts for most novels and textbooks.

Student sign-in instructions: Go to https://learningally.org/

Monarch High School provides an inclusive community to help students realize their passions, potential, and responsibilities as kind and educated global citizens.

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As we welcome students back into our building for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to make sure to reiterate that BVSD has zero tolerance for discrimination and sexual harassment including sexual violence, which has no place in our school. We are dedicated to creating equitable learning spaces for all in our community

Al dar la bienvenida a los estudiantes de nuevo a nuestro edificio para el año escolar 2025-2026, queremos asegurarnos de reiterar que el BVSD tiene tolerancia cero para la discriminación y el acoso sexual, incluyendo la violencia sexual, que no tiene lugar en nuestra escuela. Estamos dedicados a crear espacios de aprendizaje equitativos para todos en nuestra comunidad.

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