Message from Principal 

Dear Skyline Families,

It is truly inspiring to see our students’ sustained engagement as we move further into the semester! Next week, nearly 230 of our students will participate in the ACCESS testing window, completing the reading, writing, and listening assessments to demonstrate their growth in language proficiency and acquisition.

Beyond testing, we are seeing an impressive number of students proactively seeking additional time with their teachers to bolster their skills and master challenging concepts. This renewed commitment to academic rigor is a testament to our students’ dedication. We remain committed to fostering this momentum and continuing to challenge every student to reach their highest potential this semester.  

We are incredibly proud to announce that Skyline High School has been named to the prestigious AP School Honor Roll at the Bronze Level. This distinction recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success. This achievement is a testament to the hard work of our dedicated educators and the academic ambition of our students. While we celebrate this milestone, we are already looking ahead; our current data shows that we are steadily closing the gap toward the Silver Level. We remain committed to expanding access to rigorous coursework and ensuring that every student at Skyline has the opportunity to excel at the highest level.

Reminder for CETC & Innovation Center Students: Don’t miss the bus! Please remind your student to leave class early enough to reach their scheduled shuttle on time. Teachers are aware of the schedule and it is posted throughout the school.  We want to encourage students to practice great time management to ensure a smooth transition to their off-site programs.

Tribute to teachers:  Each year the St. Vrain Valley Education Foundation honors outstanding educators from around the district.  If you would like to nominate an outstanding teacher from Skyline, here is your opportunity to do so.  Please click on the link below and nominate a teacher from Skyline.

Celebration of Excellence Nomination | St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation  The nominations are due by February 1st, 2026. 

Parent Teacher Conferences: Please mark your calendars — Parent teacher conferences will be held on Wednesday, February 4 and Thursday, February 5. Below are some important details for the conferences:

• Both days are 3:15 pm – 7:45 pm in person
• Appointments will open to parents on Tuesday, January 20 @ 12:00 pm 
• Appointments will close to parents on Tuesday, February 3 @ 12:00 pm
• Appointment length: 10 minutes. The additional 1 minute is for travel time between appointments.
• To sign up for conferences please follow this link
• Parents are able to choose if an interpreter is required
• We will have Spanish translation available 

Attendance Update:  Attendance is essential for our students’ success. Starting this week, we will update our tardy policy: students with 5 tardies in a week will receive lunch detention. This averages to one tardy per day. These updated expectations were shared with students during advisory classes prior to break. Thank you for your support in reinforcing the importance of being on time!

Prom & Attendance Update:  Any students who are planning on attending the Junior/Senior Prom on Saturday, April 18 will be allowed to have no more than 5 days of unexcused absences (4 period absences equals 1 day) and/or 25 tardies beginning January 26, 2026 in the 12 weeks leading up to Prom.  Reminder, absences must be excused within 48 hours of the absence. 

December Students of the month:  Please join us in congratulating our December students of the month who were selected by their teachers. 

December Student/Athletes of the month:  Please join us in congratulating our December student/athletes of the month who were selected by their teachers.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we step into the new year with inspiration and purpose. Together, we’re creating a bright future for every student. Wishing you all a joyful and successful 2026!

#WeAreSkylineEveryDay

Sincerely,

Anthony Barela
Principal, Skyline High School

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Important Reminders:

• MLK Day: There will be no school on Monday, January 19, in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Parent-Teacher Conferences: Save the dates! Conferences will take place on Wednesday, February 4, and Thursday, February 5.
• Attendance: The new year is the perfect time to recommit to daily attendance. We love seeing our amazing students working hard and making progress every day!

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Spirit Week & Snowball Dance Details

Dear Falcon Families,

Student Council is excited to share details about our upcoming Snowball Dance, which will be the first winter dance of its kind at our school. The event will give students a chance to enjoy a fun evening with music and friends. 

Snowball Dance Details:

• Date: Saturday, January 31st
• Time: 8-11PM
• Location: SHS Commons
• Tickets will be sold in the commons at lunch beginning next week. On January 20th and 21st we will have discounted tickets for early buyers and tickets will be just $3 and from January 22nd-30th tickets will be $5. 

Additionally, this event will feature two student DJS who have been working hard to prepare music for the evening. 

Students are also invited to participate in Snowball Spirit Week during the week leading up to the event. 

• Monday 1/26 White Lies Day 
• Tuesday 1/27 Sweater Weather Day 
• Wednesday 1/28 Ski v. Snowboard Day 
• Thursday 1/29 Jersey Day 
• Friday 1/30 Class Color Wars (underclassmen wear white & upperclassmen wear blue)

We encourage families to talk with their students about attending the dance and participating in spirit week. School events like Snowball provide opportunities to get involved and connect with their school community. 

If you have any questions please reach out to our Student Council Advisor, Angela Vasquez as [email protected]. 

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Health Information

Cold and Flu season is upon us! Please do what you can to keep illnesses to a minimum. Encourage regular hand washing, especially prior to eating, get a flu shot if you are able, and stay home or keep you students home when they are sick. Students with asthma and other chronic conditions can take special care to maintain their health and avoid illness triggers. Regular sleep and eating habits will also help to prevent you and your students from getting sick or help to make an illness less severe. Please reach out to our school health or attendance teams if you have any questions or need assistance.

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iPad Insurance and Fees

Students can still add iPad Insurance, just bring your iPad up to the Library to be inspected by Mrs. Sebring. After inspected the fee will be added in Infinite Campus, and parents can pay either online or in the main office.

For only $12.50 for Semester 2 only, your student’s iPad and case are covered. If there is damage to the case or to the iPad and you do not have insurance, your fees could be between $250-$550 dollars. 

Payments can be made online through Infinite Campus under Fees (preferred) or in person at the office card or exact cash only (change is not available)

The iPad insurance fee will be reduced or waived for students eligible for a free or reduced price lunch under the federal poverty income guidelines and homeless students as defined by McKinney-Vento.

Read more about the LTP Student iPad Insurance Program

Questions? Visit the St. Vrain Technology Services website or contact the Help Desk at 303-702-7730 (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM).

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Booster Club

Do you shop at American Furniture Warehouse? If you do, don’t forget to mention Skyline! A portion of sales can be donated to Skyline High School to go to funds for students and programs. Pass the word along.

Stay updated by joining us on SportsYou and using Access code: 8J2E-27JQ or visiting the Skyline Booster Club page!

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Athletics & Activities

All home and away sporting events at all levels will require a ticket for entry. Most tickets will be sold online — be sure to check our athletic website for links as the season begins. Passes can be purchased online at: GoFan – Skyline Tickets

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Skyline Parking Permit Registration

Beginning November 1, all students who park on campus are required to have a valid Driver’s License and Skyline High School parking permit displayed in their vehicle.

Parking permit applications are available online. Please follow the link below to complete the registration. There is no charge for 25-26 parking permit.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and organized parking environment for all students and staff.

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988 Colorado Mental Health Line

A new state law requires schools to share information about the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. The service provides free, confidential support 24/7 from trained specialists through calls, texts, or live chats. Families can learn more by visiting 988Colorado.com.

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