GHS Mission Statement
Gateway High School is committed to excellence and to preparing all students for the choice of post secondary opportunities.
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1300 S. Sable Blvd
Aurora, CO 80012 [Map]
303-755-7160 (main office)
303-326-1672 (attendance)
303-326-1888 (Student Records Fax)
303-326-1272 (main office fax)
Offices Open 7-4 Mon-Fri

William Hedges, Principal
Yolanda Gallegos, Secretary
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Positive Behavior Support – TORCH

Art Student/Department Accolades

1. Cherry Creek Arts Festival - Gateway High School was one of 24 schools in Colorado chosen to participate in the Janus Student Art Buying Program. Three students from Gateway will go to the Cherry Creek Arts Festival on July 7th with a budget of $500 to select art to purchase for the school.

 

2. Scholastic Art Awards – Gateway had 24 pieces entered for consideration for the Scholastic Art Awards and two students’ pieces were selected for the show:

  • Beth Ackerland received a silver key for a mixed media piece
  • Nathaniel Sua received an honorable mention for a pencil drawing

The winners' work will be on exhibit at RMCAD from February 11 - March 2 in the Philip J. Steele Gallery and Rotunda Pavilion. Come see the talent of these emerging artists and support a program that promotes creativity in our schools.

 

3. Cherry Creek Mask Project – This year Gateway was asked to participate in The Mask Project, a benefit for Denver Hospice who provides end-of-life care throughout the Denver area. Four students created masks for consideration and Jessica Bacon’s mask was chosen for the online auction. Her mask will be auctioned off in April – more information to come closer to the time of the auction. More details about the project can be found @ www.themaskproject.org

Super Bowl Hat and Jersey Day – Feb 1

Hey Gateway Here’s the ESSENTIAL QUESTION of the week:

Who do YOU want to win the Super Bowl? Don’t say it!

Sign it - by wearing your spirit gear this Wednesday. Super Bowl Hat and Jersey Day will be sponsored by the Gateway High School Sign Language Club. Look for us Wednesday morning at First and Main…

Jairon Jackson – American Idol Audition

Former Gateway Graduate and His American Idol Audition

 

Girls Swim Program Takes Down Red School

A huge congratulations goes out to the girls swim program who defeated rangeview last night by 1 single point.

This is the first head to head victory for your lady olys since 1997.

Open Enrollment

Gateway LogoOpen enrollment forms for the 2012-2013 school year will run from Jan 17th through May 1st.

Any new students residing outside of Gateway’s attendance area must submit an open enrollment form. 

Returning students who have moved out of our boundary may complete the current school year, but must submit an open enrollment form if they wish to continue. Student’s completing their 11th grade year or returning students who have already been approved do not need to submit an open enrollment form.

Simply submitting the form does not guarantee acceptance. Parents will be notified after May 1st regarding acceptance or denial.

Open enrollment forms are available in our main office, my office, and on the district website under centralized admissions.

If you have any questions, please contact me.

Rori L. Jimerson

Celina Hardy 2011-12 Discus Award Winner

Congratulations to Gateway High School senior Celina Hardy for earning a 2011-12 Discus Award. Hardy was recognized for her achievements in arts, community service and other areas in and outside of the classroom.

Read More Here...

GHS Varsity Cheers Mini Clinic

Do you want to be a cheerleader?
Learn Cool cheers and perform them in front of a crowd?
If yes, come to the GHS Varsity Cheers Mini Clinic!
View the Camp Information and Registration Form Here

Cheer ImageWho:  Girls Ages 5-13
What:  A mini clinic for young girls to get the experience of being a cheerleader and performing in front of people!
Where:  Gateway High School
When: Camp is Saturday January 28, 2012 10:30am-2:30pm
Performance: Tuesday January 31, 2012 6:30pm-8pm
What to Wear: Shorts or Sweats, T-shirt, Athletic Shoes
What to Bring: Water Bottle
Cost: $25 (checks made out to Gateway cheerleading)
Contact information:
Tyler Barnes-Head Coach

Important Dates – Parent and Students

 

Parent Meetings: All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

2nd Monday * Friends of the Performing Arts  6:30 pm  Meet in Band Room (Rear Entrance off the parking lot)
2nd Tuesday * Olympian Booster Club 6:30pm in Lecture Hall
3rd Monday * PTSA  6:30 pm    meet in RM 602
4th Monday * Accountability Committee    6:15 pm   RM 301

Follow Us on Twitter

Twitter LogoYou can get the latest tweets about Gateway High School news and events by following us on Twitter. Our Twitter user name is OlympianUpdates.

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What does T.O.R.C.H. mean?

Torch logoRemember that TORCH is for everyone and every true Olympian knows what that is.  T for trustworthy, being honest regardless of who's around; O for organized, having all of your affairs in order; R for respectful, treating everyone with dignity; C for confident, staying true to your beliefs; H for helpful, contributing to the larger good.  So remember, show your Oly pride, exibt these values, get your just rewards, and be a true Gateway Olympian.  Stay strong, stay classy, and go Olys!

Parent Newsletter

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The 1st edition of the 2011-12 Gateway Community Newsletter is now available.

Read the Newsletter Here

ZAP Academy Update

ZAP Academy

"Zeros Aren't Permitted"

CapZAP is an academic intervention for 9th grade students who are struggling in the core areas of Math, English, Science and Social Studies. Teachers will be referring students who have missing work in their classes to attend ZAP. However, students who need extra support are encouraged to drop in any of the ZAP rooms for help. A teacher, an administrator and upperclassmen tutors will be available to work with the students.

Contact Ms. Felker (Gateway High School’s Graduation Initiative Specialist) in the Counseling Department for any further questions or call her at: 303-326-1841

ZAP Schedule
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Wednesdays:  Math  Room 412
   Science  Room 418
 Thursdays:  English  Room 309
   Social Studies  Room 417

 

Seniors and Parents – Graduation Information

The first big deadline for ordering the custom class Graduation Invitations, accessories and the Graduation Cap & Gown is quickly approaching. Our Herff Jones representative wants to remind you that you can save a lot money by ordering prior to the December 14th group ordering deadline. After December 14th, prices go up when you individually order and not all graduation items will be available so please don't miss this deadline. Since In-School ordering is complete, the easiest way now is online at www.uniquerecognition.com and use their simple ordering website with your debit or credit card. You can also mail your order form and deposit to the address located on bottom reverse side of your order form. If you didn't receive your ordering packet from your senior ask them for it or please stop by the school office and pick one up right away. If you have specific questions, please call the representatives office at (970) 663-2668 as they are very helpful.

Cici’s Baseball Fundraiser – Friday

Our monthly Cici's fundraiser is on Friday, Jan 20th.

Eat at Cici's (Abilene and Mississippi) and put your receipt in the basket on the counter.

It is an easy, delicious and cost effective way to feed your teenagers.

Better yet, Gateway Baseball earns money!

Please forward this note to your family and friends and multiply the support for our kids. Additional information is available on the attached flyer for this month.

 

New Lunchtime Library Policy!

Students need a library pass during lunch to use the library. If you need a pass to do school work during lunch, you need to see Ms. Babcock any time during the day EXCEPT lunch. Passes will be given to students who have work to do. If the pass privilege it abused, the student will forfeit using the library during lunch.

Attention Baseball Players

The season is coming soon, so you need to get your hat and shirt orders in! The order form can be found on the team website.

All orders are due no later than February 1st. This year there will be only 1 merchandise order so don't wait, get them in today


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  • V Wrestling @ Thornton Tournament

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  • Girls V Swimming @ APS Championships

    Location: Aurora Central HS

  • Gateway Mini Cheers Camp

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  • Boys So Basketball vs Rangeview

    Location: Gateway HS

  • Boys JV Basketball vs Rangeview

    Location: Gateway HS

  • Boys V Basketball vs Rangeview

    Location: Gateway HS

 
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