Message from Principal 

Dear Falcon Parents/Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well! As temperatures drop, winter is certainly on its way, bringing with it a powerful, focused energy here at Skyline! We just wrapped up another incredibly successful week where the commitment and synergy among our students, staff, and families were absolutely palpable, accelerating our momentum as a true learning community. Now is the moment for commitment: with this week concluded, we are left with only five highly critical weeks remaining in the semester! This tight window demands that our three-way partnership locks in immediately to ensure every single student finishes strong and converts their current fantastic efforts into their strongest possible final outcomes.

This is an electric week for Skyline! We are bursting with pride to announce that our Skyline Football team has officially been selected for the CHSAA state playoffs as the No. 24 seed!  This achievement marks a significant moment: it’s the first time the Falcon Football program has qualified for the playoffs in a couple of years! The team has earned this opportunity through incredible effort and resilience all season long.  We need the entire Falcon community to show up and cheer them on as they travel to face No. 9 Northfield in the first round of the postseason. The game is this Friday night at 6:00 PM at All City Stadium.  Let’s Go, Falcons! Pack the stands and let our spirit be heard all the way in Denver!

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the creativity and talent of our Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) students! Our dedicated VPA students recently designed and constructed a stunning, functional piece of art that was showcased in the Día de Muertos parade last week. Their innovation and beautiful craftsmanship truly honored the tradition and brought joy to the entire community! Please take a moment to read this ARTICLE outlining the amazing work of our talented student artists. It’s a wonderful example of the excellence happening daily in our arts programs!

We want to showcase the outstanding talent of two of our very own! Please join us in congratulating Fernando Gurrola and Shea Archie, who successfully auditioned and were selected for the Western States Honor Orchestra. This is a highly selective honor that brings together top student musicians from across the region. Fernando and Shea will showcase their skills in a concert at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) on November 8th. Their achievement truly reflects the excellence of our music program!

Continuing with excellence we would like to showcase our students of the month for October and our student athletes of the month for October.  These students were selected by our staff and have done a great job exemplifying what it means to be a leader.  Please see the pictures below:

Looking ahead to the final weeks before Thanksgiving Break, we take pride in the achievements and dedication of our Falcon students. Our commitment to fostering academic excellence and personal growth remains strong. Thank you for being an essential part of our remarkable community.  Let’s continue encouraging students to balance academics with involvement in extracurriculars at Skyline. Together, we’re building a foundation for every student’s success.

Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support. #WeAreSkylineEveryDay!

Sincerely,

Anthony Barela
Principal, Skyline High School

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Upcoming Events:

As we approach Veterans Day on Tuesday, we extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans and military families for their unwavering service, both past and present.  

*On November 11, both of our feeder middle schools will visit Skyline during the school day, and that evening, we’ll be hosting an Open House at 6:00 PM in the Skyline Commons. Please help us spread the word to future Falcons and their families, so they can come explore all the outstanding programs Skyline offers.  Also, please take a moment to watch these incredible videos that capture who we are.  Here are both versions:

English Version

Spanish Version

*Come join the fun as we take you down a Yuzz-a-ma-Tuzz hole to find our favorite Shakespearean characters have taken on new life in the world of Dr. Seuss!

Skyline VPA presents: The Seussification of A Midsummer Night’s Dream November 20-21 @ 7pm in VBCA! 

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Skyline Parking Permit Registration

Beginning November 1, all students who park on campus will be required to have a valid 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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Family Falcon Night

Enjoy a complimentary meal and learn about the impact of social media on the mental health of students. Join us Wednesday, November 12th 5:00pm-7:00pm.

¡Acompáñenos a disfrutar de una comida gratuita y aprenda sobre el impacto de las redes sociales en la salud mental de los estudiantes. Acompáñanos el Miércoles 12 de Noviembre de 5:00pm-7:00pm.

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CETC Presents: Holiday Family Photos

Attention families, CETC students are hosting a Holiday Family Photo Shoot Saturday, November 15th from 10:00am-2:00pm. See the flyer below for more information.

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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 $25, 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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Senior Recognition Ads (Baby Ads)

Include a special message for your graduating senior by purchasing a recognition ad! Now through November 18th. 

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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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SNAP Benefit Update from CDE

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has asked us to share this information with our community: Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for November may be delayed. School meals are still available. If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, there are local resources that can help:

• 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 [email protected]
• Hunger Free Colorado Food Resource Hotline: 855-855-4626

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Booster Club

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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