Dear Adams 14 community,
We are so close to the end of the school year, and I would like to congratulate all of our incredible students whose hard work has paid off and our committed teachers and staff members who have made this year a success!
May brings several celebrations and important reminders. First of all, May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and we have partnered with Kids First Health Care to help fight the stigma surrounding mental health and to provide a better understanding of this universal issue.
On Tuesday, May 2, Kids First’s Community Advisory Committee has a community meeting at Adams City High School from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Experts from Kids First Health Care and Adams 14 will be offering mini-workshops and resources to take home to support mental health and wellness over the summer months. Please RSVP to Breanna Deidel at bdeidel@kidsfirstco.org. Click here to view the flyer.
May is also Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which celebrates the contributions and histories of individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent in the United States. The Adams 14 Board of Education will read a proclamation in its next meeting to recognize these people’s tremendous contributions and to celebrate their heritage.
On Friday, May 5, we recognize and celebrate School Lunch Hero Day! I thank our Nutrition Services staff, who fulfill an essential part of each school day and provide nutritious meals for all students. Our school nutrition employees balance many roles and follow numerous federal, state and local regulations to ensure safe and healthy meals are available in schools. Thank you for your commendable dedication to our student’s well-being.
Finally, the first Adams 14 Annual Soccer World Cup is happening this week! The opening ceremony will take place at Adams City High School on Friday, May 5, at 6 p.m. Teams will be playing their games at Soccer City in Aurora; the group phase is on Saturday, May 6, 2023, and the finals will be on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Please review the FAQs & Rules of The Game and the Code of Conduct. Click here to read a detailed schedule of the games.
I wish you an excellent last few weeks of learning!
At your service,
Superintendent Dr. Karla Loría
Students in 8th grade are invited to participate in this fascinating opportunity. While using math, science, and communication skills, students will construct rockets, rovers, and robots while learning about space exploration. Two camp sessions are offered in June. You do not want to miss this exciting opportunity! Click here to view the flyer.
Register by Friday, May 5, 2023. For more information or to register, visit bit.ly/2023-Adams14-Science-Camp. Students who register are to attend the entire session. Seats are limited and fill up quickly; first come, first served. Once seats have been filled, students wishing to enroll will be waitlisted. For questions, contact Adams 14 Education Technology Coordinator Maggie Green at mgreen@adams14.org or 303-853-3242.
Students will engage in authentic learning experiences designed to introduce core skills for various careers. This exciting opportunity will allow students to select a camp of their interest.
Register by May 12, 2023 (bit.ly/Adams-14-WOW-CTE-Summer-Camp). Click here to view the flyer.
The Adams 14 Summer Job Corps at Adams City High School (ACHS) is an exciting opportunity for students in high schools to explore experiences through job shadowing. Students will learn interpersonal skills, such as resume-building, interviewing, communications, safety and professionalism. The Summer Job Corps will take place between June 5 and July 13, 2023.
Classes will be in-person at ACHS or on-site at partnering businesses from Monday through Thursday from 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Register by May 12, 2023 (bit.ly/41wRZq4). Click here to view a flyer.
Students in grades 9-12 at Adams City High School and Lester Arnold High School are encouraged to enroll in the Adams 14 Summer School Credit Recovery Program. Complete the Google form to enroll. Please note, seating is limited and spots fill up quickly; once all seats have been filled, students wishing to enroll will be waitlisted. If you have any questions, please contact MaryKelley Floyd (mfloyd@adams14.org).
The Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education Department is holding an event on Thursday, May 4, to celebrate students who are on the pathway to earning their seal of biliteracy. The celebration will be held from 5-7 p.m. at Adams City High School. Click here to view the flyer.
Each May, our country participates in Mental Health Awareness Month to raise awareness of mental health and the impact it can have on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of children, families, and communities. Adams 14 and Kids First Health Care support the integrated health and well-being of every student, staff member and family in our community. To highlight the services available to students, and to provide resources to families, we invite the community to participate in our Mental Health Awareness Month activities.
Keeping your child’s morning and evening routines consistent can help their sleep patterns, their behavior at school and their overall mental well-being! Below are some tips to help you throughout the day.
In the morning:
In the evening:
For urgent concerns, call 988. This Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support. This May, Adams 14 and Kids First Health Care will celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, to raise awareness of mental well-being, and the importance of seeking professional help and support when needed!