April 2025
High Country Member News
High Country Members Webpage Password: Reverence
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Recommended 8th grade and up. April 8th @ 12 -ROOM 243
April 9th @ 12 - ROOM 239c
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Underclassmen and their parents: Volunteers NEEDED for Junior/Senior Formal
Join Us For Our Trunk Sale
Whether you want to buy or sell, this event is FREE and open to HCHE families and the community. Pack up all your gently used homeschool curriculum to sell, or come out and find something that your family may need. Tell all your homeschooling friends to join us on May 22nd. Register HERE
ENJOY - Apr. 15-16 Spring Break NO Classes
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ENJOY - Apr. 15-16 Spring Break NO Classes 〰️
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ENRICHMENT NEWS
HCEC offers a variety of enrichment classes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for students from Kindergarten through High School. The classes are designed to supplement your home schooling program, not replace it. We are currently seeking teachers for the Fall 2025 schedule. Please consider sharing a talent or passion with the students here at HC. Email ClassDirector@hche.org to get more information.
Fall 2025 Registration is coming! Requests for registration appointments open Friday, April 25th at 8 am. Families will request their appointment in the new database. To ensure a smooth transition we are asking a parent from each family to attend one of the following mandatory meetings.
April 22nd 11:00am or 1:00pm, room 243
April 23rd 11:00am or 1:00pm, room 141
WE NEED YOU! Serving is the best way to meet fellow homeschooling parents! Please consider if you have an hour to give to the ministry. You do get paid, plus you get to socialize. If you are already an approved Vital Partner see Guest Services for current openings. If you are not approved yet start HERE. Be sure to check out our open staff positions as well.
ACADEMY NEWS
HCCA (High Country Christian Academy) maintains student records in a school location, providing accountability for the home educating family. Parents submit a curriculum plan of their choosing and fill out four quarterly reports each year. In return, HCCA provides report cards, high school transcripts, and awards diplomas upon completion of our graduation requirements. Curriculum consultation is also available to HCCA families.
HCCA offers the TerraNova2 test for all homeschooling families. This test is accepted as a nationally standardized test in Colorado. Testing dates for 2025 are May 6 & 7 at New Life Church. Registration is now closed.
HCHE GRADUATION CEREMONY will be Friday, May 16, 2025, at 10:00 am in the Theater at New Life Church.
Cliff Dwellings May 2nd REGISTER NOW
Who: High Country Students
What: High Country Spring Market and Craft Fair
When: Tuesday and Wednesday, April. 22nd and 23rd during enrichment class hours. We respectfully request you pause selling during performances.
Set up will be 8:30 to 9, the Market from 9 to 2 (as desired), and clean-up from 2 to 3
Where: New Life Church
Cost: FREE
Registration Deadline: Monday, April 15th, 2025 at 5pm
REGISTER HERE
CONTACT US
General Questions:
HCHEOffice@hche.org
(719) 278-9135 Ext. 5
Enrichment Classes:
AdminAssistant@hche.org
(719) 278-9135 Ext. 1-2
Field Trips:
fieldtrips@hche.org
Academy:
AcademyDirector@hche.org
(719)278-9135 Ext.4
Links to register for Field Trips & Events are in the descriptions below and on the HC Member’s Webpage.
JOIN OUR TEAM: Being part of staff lets you use your skills as you get to know other homeschooling parents. Current staff positions open: Academy Assistant, Class Coordinator (Wed), Teacher Assistant Coordinator, Teacher Tots Coordinator (both days), Program Support Coordinator (Tues), Finance Clerk, Field Trips Facilitator, Prayer Facilitator, Mentor Moms Facilitator, Serving Projects Facilitator and Moms Group Leader (Tues). For more information click HERE.
Links for registering for Serving Opportunities are in the descriptions below and on the HC Member’s Webpage.
Questions about Serving Opportunities?
Email servingprojects@hche.org.
There are so many ways to get involved at High Country! Find life-long friends, encouragement for your journey or use your gifts and talents for furthering the ministry of High Country.
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Mom’s Groups are a great way to connect with other homeschooling moms, grow spiritually and receive and give encouragement! Groups meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am during Enrichment Classes and have a mix of small and large group times. Childcare is provided through Preschool age. Choose the day that fits your schedule best or attend both.
Want to register? Visit Guest Services during Enrichment Classes to sign up now!
Questions about Moms Groups? Tuesdays, email momsgrouptues@hche.org.
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Need encouragement for your homeschool journey? Connect with a Mentor Mom, an experienced High Country homeschool mom who is finished or nearly finished with her family’s homeschool journey.
Questions about Mentor Moms? Email Wendy at mentormomsfacilitator@hche.org.
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It takes an army of dedicated moms and dads to make High Country run smoothly! Going beyond volunteering allows you to connect with other families, have payment opportunities, and more.
Click here to view all open positions.
Questions about Open Positions? Email Jamie at humanresources@hche.org.
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High Country is a Praying Ministry!
We have Adult Prayer Group daily during Enrichment Classes at 11:00am. During this time the team has worship and prays over High Country and its families.
Email Sacha to get involved at prayerdirector@hche.orgYouth Prayer is a time for teens to Worship and Pray with the discipleship of the Youth Prayer Coordinators. Times this semester are Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 2:00 with Sacha Warrum.
Do you have a teenage homeschooler who is looking for a place to connect with other homeschooled teens, make friends, hang out, and have some fun? The Immerse Teen Group is the place for them! Immerse provides a great way for our High Country Teens to get plugged in with other homeschoolers in a Christ-centered environment. Adult chaperones are present at each meeting. Students must be at least 13 years old and a registered member of High Country Home Educators for the current school year to be eligible. In addition, parents must complete the Teen Group Registration form for students to begin participating in events.
Immerse Events:
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Immerse Indoor Rock Climbing
Who: Registered Immerse Teens Only (NO SIBLINGS)
When: Friday, April 25th, 1:00-3:00 pm
Where: Springs Climbing Center
Cost: $21.00 per person.
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 18th
Arrival Note: Please check in with Shawnee or Melissa
Questions about Immerse Teens?
Email immerseteens@hche.org.
LOCAL & STATE RESOURCES
Learn More HERE
HIGH COUNTRY ONLINE
HC Members Web Page: This page is your one-stop-shop for registration links, events calendar, HSLDA discount code and more! This page is password protected for members only: Reverence
HC Members Facebook Page: Our HC Member’s Facebook page is a great place to ask questions, buy and sell curriculum and other homeschool items, as well as share exciting opportunities in our community. Click here and request to join!
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