Mountain Range Principal's Update
12/7/2020
Finals Week Schedule (new)
Monday, December 14
Regular Synchronous Day Schedule
Periods 1-8
Tuesday, December 15
Finals for Periods 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Period 1: 7:45 - 9:14
Period 2: 9:19 - 10:48
Period 3: 10:53 - 12:22
Period 4: 12:27 - 1:56
Period 5: 2:01 - 3:30
Wednesday, December 16
Finals for Periods 6,7,8
Academic Support: 7:45 - 8:15
Period 6: 8:20 - 9:50
Period 7: 9:55- 11:25
Period 8: 11:30 - 1:00
Thursday, December 17
Regular Synchronous Day Schedule
Periods 1-8
Friday, December 18
Teacher Work Day –
No school for students
Rotary Club of Northglenn-Thornton Scholarship Opportunity! (new)
The Rotary Club of Northglenn-Thornton wants to get the word out that they are still doing scholarships this year! We understand that COVID has been a struggle for everyone, but they are here to help. They have a variety of Scholarships that total $15000-$20000. The Deadline to enter is February 22nd. Check out the information on how to apply below!
Pursue a Seal of Biliteracy (new)
Are you proficient in English and another language? Apply for the Seal of Biliteracy to be awarded a diploma endorsement in biliteracy.
What is the Seal of Biliteracy?
The State of Colorado passed Senate Bill 17-123, enabling school districts to award a diploma endorsement in biliteracy to any graduate who attains proficiency in English and another language. Earning the seal of biliteracy recognizes students for their dedication to learning multiple languages and cultures. More Info
How do I apply?
Applications for students graduating in 2021 are due January 6, 2021. The application can be found here and submitted to your teacher. Please contact your World Language or English Language Development teacher with questions.
2021–2022 SCHOOLS OF CHOICE PROGRAM (new)
School of Choice is now open for applications. Who should consider applying?
If you recently moved or are planning a move outside of Mountain Range High School’s boundaries and would like to remain at Mountain Range High School for the school year 21-22 and beyond, we invite you to apply for CHOICE. When applying please make sure to select “Have moved or are anticipating a move and want to stay at current school”.
If you are currently enrolled at a Charter School in Adams 12 Five Star Schools and want to return to your neighborhood school for the 21-22 school year and beyond.
If you would like to come to Mountain Range High School instead of your boundary school.
To apply please visit: https://www.adams12.org/admissions/schools-of-choice-program
Do you still have some questions that weren’t answered on the website? Please feel free to contact your Counselor.
Virtual Hour of Code Event (new)
mindSpark Learning and Accenture are hosting their first ever virtual Hour of Code event for K-12 students, parents, and educators to join during Computer Science Education Week, December 7-12, 2020! Have fun by participating in computer science games and activities, and hearing from diverse speakers at the Hour of Code Tuesday, December 8, 2020 from 4:30-6:30pm MT.
Featuring Governor of Colorado, Jared Polis, and the 2020 U.S. Chambers of Commerce Young Entrepreneur and Adams 12 student, Jack Bonneau, as guest speakers.
Join in on the fun with CS experts hosting virtual activities and games for everyone to enjoy! Come learn about computer science with Moana, Dash’s Neighborhood, and Sphero or jump into an activity with students from Colorado School of Mines.
50 participants will win a prize including: Dash robot, Cue robot, Sphero mini robot, Little Bits, Zumi Machine Learning Robot, and more!
You will receive a link to join the event once you register!
When: Tuesday December 8, 2020
Time: 4:30-6:30pm Mountain Time
Where: Virtually, Click here to register!
Can’t wait to see you there!
CFLA Do Good December Sock drive for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless (new)
THE MRHS Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy will be collecting NEW socks to donate to the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Dec 7th-15th.
Socks are the number 1 item requested by those that work with the Homeless.
We encourage people to be involved in one of two ways...
1. Donate socks at the Main Entrance to MRHS High School between 8am and 3pm each day. There will be a contactless drop off location at the Main Entrance to the school.
These socks will be directly donated to Colorado Coalition for the Homeless and Chick fil A will be providing lunch for the staff and volunteers at their Champa Street Location
2. For those not wishing to leave home we encourage you to visit and purchase socks at Bombas Socks as each sock purchase provides a free pair of socks to homeless shelters across the USA.
They are currently offering a 20% discount on your initial purchase with Bombas. To learn more about Bombas visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6SV2ioRSlQ
For students interested in joining the MRHS Chick fil A Leader Program please contact Mr. Norfolk at nor007270@adams12.org
Big news about student opportunities in Web Design! (repeat)
Web Design has been designated a Mountain Range Concurrent Enrollment course. This means students can receive Front Range Community College credits for taking the class. If a student takes the steps to enroll in the concurrent option, she or he will have the Web Design credits reflected on her Mountain Range and Front Range transcripts. Find out more about Concurrent Enrollment by talking with counselors or Mr. James Hock.
YEARBOOK needs PHOTOS of your students! (repeat)
YEARBOOK needs PHOTOS of your students!
Click HERE to submit photos for a chance to win your student
a $5 gift card to a location of their choice:
Make Your Own Snow Globe Virtual Workshop (new)
Thursday, Dec 10, 2020, 06:00 PM
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RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Free Breakfast and Lunch (new)
Science Student of the Month November (new)
MR Athletics - Season B Update (new)
Does your daughter watch or enjoy playing basketball? Would you like them to be apart of a program that promotes academics, family and team in their culture and values?
Consider allowing them to attend our voluntary Workout/OpenGym every Mon/Wed/Fri at Mountain Range HS main gym from 6-7:30pm.
Let them come have fun and work on their individual and team skills, for basketball and life! We have a safe and sanitized environment that allows us to prepare for our upcoming season. We play in the 5A Front Range league, which is one of the most competitive girls basketball conferences in the state!
If you have any questions, please reach out to coach Alejandro Jimenez at 571-233-1259 or by email at jim018680@adams12.org.
Spirit Week - December 14th thru December 18th (new)
Monday (December 14th)
Holiday Hat Day
Tuesday (December 15th)
Shorts and Holiday Socks
Wednesday (December 16th)
Ugly Sweater Day
E-books and Audio Books (repeat)
Drivers Education Credit (repeat)
For Adams 12 students interested in taking Drivers Ed, please see link below for available options as provided by the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.
CO Dept of Motor Vehicles- Drivers Ed List
Adams 12 students have the opportunity to earn .25 elective credit towards graduation at the completion of a Drivers Education course. Students will need to complete the Drivers Ed approved course and provide their High School registrar with a certificate of completion in order to have the credit applied on their transcript.
For questions, please contact Troy Lohmeyer, 720-972-6307.
Seniors Stay up to Date on Class of 2021 News (repeat)
Mountain Range High School General Information
If you need basic information about Mountain Range High School, check out the Mountain Range Info link in our contact information below or by following this link.
This information will be at the bottom of the newsletter each month.
Notice a mistake?
Please be aware MRHS makes every effort to produce a correct and accurate newsletter. However, errors can happen. If you notice a mistake, please notify Reshaun Castro, Office Manager at
720-972-6301
Mountain Range High School
Athletics & Activities Hotline: 720-972-6399
Fax: 720-972-6529
Email: mountain.range@adams12.org
Website: https://mountainrange.adams12.org/
Location: 12500 Huron Street, Westminster, CO 80234
Phone: 720-972-6300
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