Spring 2026 • Week 3 • February 17-18
“And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” Hebrews 11:6 ESV
enrichment Information
ANNOUNCEMENTS
HCHE Library OPEN: Our library is open to families. This library is on the honor system…pick out a book, sign it out, read it, return it and sign it back in, then repeat! There is even a basket if you have some wonderful books to donate. Click HERE for book list.
Vital Partners: It’s not too late to become a Vital Partner. Please stop by Guest Services to sign up.
Join our Team! We have many staff positions still available. What better way to connect with the community than to serve with us. Click HERE to see our open positions.
Applications are available at Guest Services or online by clicking HERE. Please contact Jamie at humanresources@hche.org if you have any questions.
Lunch Program: High Country has a lunch program during Enrichment Classes! Open from 9:00am to 1:45pm, it’s a convenient way to feed your family or grab a snack while you are on campus. Visit the Lunch Program webpage for prices and weekly specials.
Did you know? There are cameras throughout New Life Church that are being monitored by the security team. Please let us know if you see any concerning activity.
enrichment Calendar
Feb. 16 the price for the yearbook increases to $40
Feb. 16 Deadline to register for graduation
Feb. 24-25 Student/Yearbook photos in the Theater. (Staff and teachers as well)
Feb. 26 Statements finalized in family portal
Mar. 3-4 Pajama Day (come to school in your pajamas)
Mar. 4 Tuition balances due
Mar 31-Apr. 1 Spring Break
FUNDRAISING CORNER
KING SOOPERS COMMUNITY REWARDS
King Soopers/City Market has community rewards. Link High Country Home Educators to your rewards card and King Soopers will donate a percentage of each of your purchases to High Country. High Country’s enrollment number is RM700. Find out more about the program and easily link your card HERE.
Shopping with Scrip is an easy way to raise funds for High Country just by shopping for what you need. Purchase gift cards through Scrip, then use them for your shopping. Scrip gives back to High Country from your purchase. Click HERE to learn more about shopping with scrip.
membership Information
We are excited to provide Mom’s Groups, Field Trips, and other exciting activities and events for our members.
Registration links for events are posted on the Members Only Page on our website, and in our Members Facebook Group. Please email us at communitymanager@hche.org if you need help with registration or have any questions.
SOCK HOP: Registration is now open! The High Country Sock Hop is a fun vintage inspired dance for the whole family! Head to the members only page to register.
Last call to register your graduate for the HCHE GRADUATION CEREMONY! The HCHE Graduation Ceremony is scheduled for May 15, 2026. Register today! Registration closes February 16. Mandatory Graduation Ceremony meeting is scheduled for February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm. Visit the Graduation Page for more information or to register.
Get to know HCHE Staff and Leadership! Click HERE to see the current organization chart.
HCHE members calendar
Visit the Members Only page for information and to register
Feb. 16 Deadline to register for Graduation Ceremony
Feb. 25 MANDATORY Graduation Ceremony Meeting 6:00pm
Mar. 2 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (Register by 2/15)
Mar. 3 & 4 Professional organizer, Sue McMillin will be our guest speaker at both Moms Groups
Mar. 5 Sock Hop (registration is open!)
Mar. 19 AFA Planetarium
Apr. 9 Pioneer’s Museum
Apr. 17 Cinderella by Act II (registration closed)
Apr. 18 Junior/Senior formal (details coming)
May 15 Graduation ceremony
To request a Mentor Mom email: mentormomsfacilitator@hche.org
Current Newsletter: February Newsletter
Christian academy Information
Stop by the Academy table to say “Hi” or find some answers. We would love to connect with you.
Mid-year Enrollment: This is your final opportunity to enroll. You can still enroll for the 25/26 school year. The deadline is February 28. If you have any questions, please contact Jenn at academyassitant@hche.org.
HELPFUL HINT Please check your member portal to make sure everything is entered correctly for your students and is up to date. Check your family info, student info, and curriculum/quarterly information to ensure everything is as it should be!
Current HCCA families may access their Parent Portal HERE.
HCHE GRADUATION CEREMONY is scheduled for May 15, 2026 and time is running out! Register today! Mandatory Graduation Ceremony meeting is scheduled for February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm. Visit the Graduation Page for more information or to register.
HCCA has bi-monthly newsletter. With your enrollment, you should receive one in your email. The January/February newsletter has been posted on the website.
Standardized Testing: HCCA administers the Terra Nova for 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, and 11th-grade students. This is a nationally standardized test that meets the Colorado home school statute requirements. Testing will take place at New Life Church on May 5-6. Please see our testing information page HERE.
CHRISTIAN academy calendar
Now-Feb. 28 Mid-year Enrollment
Now-Mar. 15 Registration for Terra Nova 2 Testing
Feb. 25 MANDATORY Graduation Ceremony Meeting 6:00pm
ACADEMY TABLE Do you have questions about the Academy or the services we provide? We are here to help! If no one is at the table, please check with Guest Services. You also may email Julie Blank at academydirector@hche.org to set an appointment.
Julie Blank, Academy Director academydirector@hche.org
Danielle Swiontek, Academy Manager academymanager@hche.org
Jennifer Barnwell, Academy Assistant academyassistant@hche.org
719-278-9135 x4
Current Newsletter: Jan/Feb 2026
Important High Country information
Family Handbook: Click HERE for the High Country Enrichment Class Family Handbook.
SECURITY BADGES: All High Country members, 11 years and up, are required to wear a badge while on campus. If you do not have a badge, or have lost yours, please make every effort to visit Guest Services this week to receive your badge.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PROGRAM: Please familiarize yourself with High Country’s Inclement Weather Policy. Click HERE for more information.
PRAYER TEAM: If you are in need of prayer, you can submit personal prayer requests by sending an email to prayerdirector@hche.org.
