East High School
February 28th - JROTC Military Banquet and Ball
March 1st - ASCENT Deadline
March 4th - Senior cap & Gown Photos
March 6th - Musical Mary Poppins Opening Night
March 10th - Student Council Election Meeting
March 7th - Musical
March 8th - SAT, Musical
March 11th - NHS Blood Drive, Instrumental concert
March 12th - Instrumental Music Concert
March 13th - Concurrent Enrollment Meeting
Dear East Community,
On Friday, February 28th, students in grades 9–11 completed a full-length practice P/SAT. Research from CollegeBoard “shows that a student’s score on one of our eight full-length practice tests is highly indicative of what that student will score on their actual SAT. Many of our practice tests have previously been used in actual SAT administrations, so the types of questions and level of difficulty are equivalent to what students will see on SAT day."
Now that students have a practice score, College Board, in partnership with Khan Academy, has generated individualized study plans to help them focus on the skills and strategies needed to improve their scores for the April test. If a student was absent, they have the opportunity to take the practice test at home. Below are the directions from CollegeBoard and Khan Academy about how to link and access study materials and resources.
Accessing Scores & Personalized Practice
Once students complete a full practice test in Bluebook™, their results will be available under “My Practice” on the College Board website. By signing into their College Board account, students can:
Click the arrow next to their practice test score to view a detailed breakdown of their performance.
Follow the link at the top of the score details page to “Explore Every Question on Khan Academy.”
Access Khan Academy’s Official Practice Test Review, which includes explanations for every question and links to relevant lessons—all completely free!
Students should use their practice test results to identify areas where they need the most improvement. Khan Academy offers targeted SAT prep lessons and exercises to help strengthen these skills and boost performance on test day.
Explore SAT Practice with Khan Academy:
https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat-reading-and-writing/x0d47bcec73eb6c4b:about-the-sat/x0d47bcec73eb6c4b:preparing-for-the-sat/a/taking-sat-practice-tests-with-bluebook
Trouble Accessing College Board Account? Try Resetting your Password
Don’t have a CollegeBoard Account? Here’s how to Create an Account
CollegeBoard Phone Number → (866) 756-7346 for help with your College Board account
We are now 8 weeks into the semester and we have 3 weeks until spring break! It’s a great time to talk to your student about:
Which classes are you most excited about?
Are there things you need to work on or complete before spring break?
Do you feel good about the classes you picked for next year and do they align with your interests and goals?
Concurrent Enrollment Information Session – Learn How to Earn College Credit! Attention students and families! Are you interested in taking college courses funded by the district while still in high school? Join us for a Concurrent Enrollment Information Session to explore opportunities at the local community college, Emily Griffith Technical College, and Metropolitan State University. highlight video
📅 Date: March 13th
⏰ Time: Lunch period
📍 Location: Counseling Office
During this session, we will discuss course options, eligibility, and the steps to get registered for college classes next fall. Students will receive important documents and guidance on how to move forward with enrollment.
If you are unable to attend, please reach out to Mrs. Vesceri at Lindsey_Vesceri@dpsk12.net or connect with your counselor for more information. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to jump-start your college education!
Generation Teach provides AmeriCorps Summer Teaching Fellowships to East High School students. This is an award-winning opportunity for your students to grow as leaders, teachers, and young professionals while receiving $4,800 to support their education. Our upcoming application deadlines are March 15 and April 15. Students must be 17 years old to apply.
Feel free to book a time here if you would like to learn more and/or to connect about a future school visit.
Cap & Gown Photos are March 4th. Students must sign up in room 100. These are optional photos.
Student Council Elections are just around the corner. There will be an interest meeting on March 6 during lunch location. Check outside room 100 for the location.
Mary Poppins
March 6,7,8 @ 7pm
March 9th @ 2pm
Tickets:
Students $10 online $15 at door
Adults $15 online $20 at door
If you are interested in a career that does not require you to earn a 4 year degree, but still allows you to make a good living and do something you enjoy and are interested in. Please join us in the counselors' office on March 6th at 11:15 am to learn more about CrossPurpose and the free career training, certificate programs and job placement they provided. Pizza will be provided for lunch and please scan the QR code to RSVP which is required.
Study hall at Carla Madison Recreation Center on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30! This program is ranger-led and is open to all students at East High to help provide a safe space to socialize after school. Reach out to
Make up Testing Begins Monday, April 21st at 8:20am in the Library
From April 14th - 17th East High School students will participate in SAT, PSAT, and CMAS Science tests as required by the state of Colorado. This is a chance for students and their families to get feedback on student progress and college readiness.
All 11th grade students taking the SAT free of charge have the opportunity to send their scores to colleges to be considered for admissions decisions.
The optional SAT Essay is offered as part of the 11th grade test. The deadline to opt into the essay portion of the SAT is February 18th. Please use this google form to opt into the essay section of the SAT. Talk to your student's counselor if you have any questions.
Parents or guardians who would like to decline their student’s College Board approved testing accommodations for the April administration of the SAT or PSAT should email our Site Assessment Leader Jessica Perkins at jperkin@dpsk12.net by March 14. Any requests made after that date may not be guaranteed because accommodations are built into the digital testing format.
These test scores affect East High School’s ratings on the state of Colorado’s School Performance Framework.
The guardian of a Denver Public Schools student, can request to excuse their child from participating in the state assessments. If you wish to opt your child out, follow the directions at this link in English or this link in Spanish. The deadline for opting out is February 28. After this date any opt out requests need to be in writing and directed to mark_saucedo@dpsk12.net.
East High School’s Spirit Store is located on the second floor just south of the Main
Office. Spirit Store operating hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Friday – during lunch (typically 12:05 to 12:50)
Wednesday and Thursday – during lunch (typically 11:20 to 12:05)
The Spirit Store is run by volunteers and will be closed if a volunteer is not available. If you would like to confirm store hours, volunteer, or ask questions, please contact spiritstore@eastangelfriends.org.
All Spirit Store proceeds support the East Angel Foundation. For more on EAFAF, visit eastangelfriends.org. Go Angels!