Thursday, December 22nd, 2016

It's Thursday, the last day of our short week, and the last day before we leave for Winter Break.  Our students get to enjoy holiday concerts this morning, and a variety of fun activities to celebrate the end of semester.  We hope you have a very happy holiday season and a wonderful winter break! We'll see you next year!

Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

Welcome, Wednesday!  We're almost to the end of our short week here.  Jazz Band rehearses today after school, but please note there is NO late run bus today.  Jazz Band members return to Powell for their concert this evening at 6:30, followed by our Puma Band concert at 7:30. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, December 20th, 2016

Get ready for a busy Tuesday here at Powell! 8th Grade Boys Basketball practices after school and the following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Comic Book and Homework.  This evening, our 6th grade band concert takes place at 6:30, while our 7th grade band concert is at 7:30.  Have a tremendous Tuesday!

Monday, December 19th, 2016

It's the beginning of the end... the first day of our last week of school (for 1st semester ;) This Monday, we follow a WHITE schedule during the day.  After school, 7th grade boys basketball has practice, Jazz Band rehearses and Science Peer Tutoring meets.  This evening, our 7th and 8th grade guitar concerts take place at 6:30 and 7:30, respectively.  Have a magnificent Monday!

Friday, December 16th, 2016

It's our final Friday in school in 2016! Make it a good one ;) Enjoy your weekend and we'll see you back here on Monday.

Thursday, December 15th, 2016

We're thankful it's Thursday! 8th Grade Boys Basketball practices after school and Homework Club meets.  This evening we have our 6th and 7th grade vocals concert at 6 pm, followed by our Jazz and Ladies Select choirs performing at 7:30.  Have a thrilling Thursday!

Wednesday, December 14th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday! 7th Grade Boys Basketball starts after school, so if you are interested in playing, be dressed and in the gym by 3 pm.  After school clubs today include MathCounts, Science Peer Tutoring and TSA.  Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Friday, December 9th, 2016

It's another festive Friday here as we send our Ladies and Jazz Choirs off on a field trip to share holiday songs at senior centers. Have a fantastic Friday, Pumas!

Thursday, December 8th, 2016

Hooray for Thursday! Today after school 8th grade girls basketball practices, Homework Club meets as does Rubiks Cube club.  Have a tremendous Thursday!

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016

It's a PLC Late Start Wednesday, so students, sleep in today! NJHS and Student Council both meet this morning, StuCO at 9:15 and NJHS at 9:30, then after school, MathCounts and Science Tutors meet. We also have our monthly PAC meeting here at 3 pm. Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, December 6th, 2016

Today is Tuesday, December 6th, and we have a busy afternoon here. Let's cheer on our 8th Grade Girls Basketball team as they play in the semifinals today- go Pumas! Clubs meeting here today are Brain Bowl, Comic Book and Jazz Band. And, finally, don't forget that tomorrow is a PLC Late Start Wednesday. Have a terrific Tuesday!

Monday, December 5th, 2016

It's Black and Yellow here today... this Monday is the beginning of a Black Week here, and also the first day of our Yellow Ribbon Week. Students will be learning more about suicide awareness and prevention during this important week.  This afternoon, 8th Grade Girls Basketball practices, Art Club meets and Science Peer Tutoring happens.

Friday, December 2nd, 2016

Good morning! It's a festive Friday, as our Puma Band heads out to play holiday music at Flatirons Mall.  And all you chess-playing Pumas, tomorrow is the District Chess Tournament at Newton. Have a fantastic Friday!

Thursday, December 1st, 2016

It's Thursday, the 1st of December!  This afternoon our 8th Grade Girls Basketball team heads over to Euclid to take on the Falcons, and our Wrestling team heads to Newton for the District Tournament- good luck, Pumas! Homework Club and Rubiks Cube Club both meet. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, November 30th, 2016

Wow, it's Wednesday already, and the last day of November! This morning a group of Prospective Puma Parents join us for a Parent Tour. This afternoon, current Pumas will be participating in 8th Grade Basketball Practice, Wrestling Practice, MathCounts and Science Peer Tutoring.  Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, November 29th, 2016

Today is Tuesday, November 29th, and here's what's going on... Wrestling practices after school and both Brain Bowl and Jazz Band meet.  Have a tremendous Tuesday!

Monday, November 28th, 2016

Welcome Back! We hope you all had a wonderful week off!  We're back to business here with 8th Grade Girls Basketball practice, Wrestling practice, Art Club, Builders Club and Science Peer Tutoring after school.  Have a marvelous Maroon Monday!

Friday, November 18th, 2016

Pumas, you finally get to wear a hat to school... today Spirit Week concludes with Hat Day.  Have a fabulous Friday, and enjoy your Thanksgiving Break, spending time with friends and family.  Your Powell family will see you back here on Monday, November 28th.

Thursday, November 17th, 2016

Spirit Week continues with Super Hero/Super Villain Day- dress as your favorite hero (or baddie ;), but please remember to follow our dress code (meaning no face paint, masks, hoodies, etc.).  After a heroic day here, both Homework and Rubik's Cube clubs meet and our Wrestling team takes on both Newton and Euclid, at Newton.  Have a super day!

Wednesday, November 16th, 2016

Welcome to another late start Wednesday.  Please remember that school begins at 9:54, and students may enter the building at 9:30.  This late start is also Crayon Day, so pick a color and dress in it head to toe!  After school, 8th Grade Girls Basketball and Wrestling practice, and MathCounts meets. Have a colorful day!

Tuesday, November 15th, 2016

It's Decades Day, so come to school today dressed in your favorite retro gear today.  Groovy!  Our 6th Grade Band and Strings students should not dress in groovy gear though, as they head out to the Colorado Symphony Orchestra for a concert.  After school, both 8th Grade Girls Basketball and Wrestling practice, and the following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Comic Book, HW and Jazz Band. Finally, please remember that tomorrow is a PLC late start day.

Monday, November 14th, 2016

It's the beginning of a busy Black Week here at Powell...Spirit Week starts with Sports Day- support your favorite sports team today! Support our Powell sports teams this afternoon as there is a 6th Grade Wrestling festival here at Powell, and a 7th Grade Girls Basketball game at Euclid.  Art Club meets today as well.  And our future Warriors should plan on attending Showcase Night at AHS at 6 pm.

Friday, November 11th, 2016

Happy Veteran's Day!  Our Social Studies department is hosting our annual Veteran's Day celebrations, honoring those who served, or those currently serving, in the Armed Forces. Thank a veteran, or active duty military person, today!

Thursday, November 10th, 2016

Hola, Pumas!  Today is the final 7th grade visit to International Towne. After school, 8th Grade Girls Basketball plays at Goddard, while Goddard comes here for a match against our Wrestling team.  7th Grade Girls Basketball has practice, and both Homework and Rubik's Cube Club meet.

Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

Another day at Powell, and another group of 7th graders are off to International Towne! There are no after-school activities scheduled, and therefore no late run bus today, so please plan accordingly.

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

It's Election Day, and a busy Tuesday here at Powell.  Our first group of 7th graders head out to International Towne today.  After school, 8th Grade Girls Basketball team welcomes Newton- go Pumas! Wrestling has practice and the following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Comic Book, Homework and Jazz Band. Have a patriotic Tuesday!

Monday, November 7th, 2016

It's just another Maroon Monday... and on this Monday our Wrestling Team welcomes Newton and Euclid, our 7th Girls Basketball team heads to Goddard, and our 8th Girls Basketball team stays here to practice.  Monday clubs meeting are Art and Builders.  Have a magical Monday!

Friday, November 4th, 2016

Thank goodness it's Friday! Have a great Friday, and a wonderful weekend. Don't forget that Sunday is Daylight Savings time, so push those clocks back 1 hour (or you'll show up too early to school on Monday!)

Thursday, November 3rd, 2016

It's Thursday, the third, and here's what's happening...our 8th Grade Girls Basketball teams welcome Euclid, wrestling practices and both Homework and Rubik's Cube clubs meet.  This evening, our counseling department hosts Cyber Safety night, at 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria.  Finally, students interested in attending Littleton High next year should plan on going to Showcase Night at LHS at 6:00. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

This Wednesday, November 2nd, we have our 6th Grade Wrestling team heading to Newton after school for their first Wrestling Festival, while our 7th Grade girls basketball team welcomes Newton- let's go Pumas! MathCounts and TSA both meet, and our November PAC Meeting takes place in the Media Center at 3 pm. Have a wacky Wednesday!

Tuesday, November 1st, 2016

It's the first of November- hope you've recovered from all the candy and Halloween fun, because it's a busy Tuesday! Wrestling heads to Goddard for a wrestling festival, both 7th and 8th Grade Basketball practice and the following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Homework, Comic Book and Jazz Band.  And students interested in attending Heritage High School should plan on attending their Showcase Night, tonight at 6:00 at HHS.

Monday, October 31st, 2016

Happy Halloween! Students, please remember that while festive dress is acceptable today, please make sure that you are following dress code, and that you have not altered your likeness with any facepaint, masks, hoods, hats or wigs. Both 7th and 8th Grade Girls basketball practices have been canceled today, BUT wrestling will practice. Have a spooky, safe, and fun evening!

Friday, October 28th, 2016

Happy Friday! With Halloween on Monday, we hope you enjoy some fun fall festivities, but be safe, Pumas!

Thursday, October 27th, 2016

Good morning! Today after school our 8th Grade Girls Basketball team welcomes Goddard for a game- go Pumas! Wrestling practices today, and both Homework and Rubik's Cube Clubs meet. Enjoy your Thursday!

Wednesday, October 26th, 2016

Good morning! We are on a PLC Late Start Wednesday today, so school starts at 9:54 this morning, and buses run exactly 2 hours later. There is also NO late run bus today after school.

Tuesday, October 25th, 2016

Hooray for Tuesday! On this particular Tuesday we cheering for our 8th Grade Girls Basketball team as they head to Newton for the season opener- go Pumas!  We're also excited about wrestling practice, Homework Club, Comic Book Club AND our first band concerts of the school year.  6th Grade Band performs at 6:30, and 7th Grade Band at 7:30.

Monday, October 24th, 2016

Welcome back after your long weekend! This afternoon we have 8th grade girls basketball practice, Wrestling practice, Art Club and Builders Club.  After a busy Monday, head to Noodles & Company at the Streets of Southglenn for Powell Night- 20% of all proceeds will come back to Powell. Have a marvelous Monday!

Wednesday, October 19th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday! This morning we have a group of Prospective Puma Parents here for a tour.  This afternoon, current Puma parents and students can join us for our student-led conferences from 4-7 pm.  Remember, there is no school tomorrow or Friday, so enjoy your long weekend.  Happy "Friday"!

Tuesday, October 18th, 2016

Hello Tuesday! We're already halfway through our school week.  Today after school 7th Grade Girls Basketball practices, Wrestling begins and the following clubs meet: Comic Book, Homework and Jazz Band.  Have a great Tuesday!

Monday, October 17th, 2016

Good morning! It's Monday, and the beginning of a short, WHITE week here at Powell. Our 6th grade track season comes to a close with their mock meet after school, and both 7th and 8th grade girls basketball teams practice.

Friday, October 14th, 2016

Happy Friday Pumas! Today our 7th graders head to Dinosaur Ridge for a fun, fossil-filled field trip. This evening is HHS Band Night at LPS stadium, from 3-9 pm. Have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Wow, what a Thursday we have here!  This morning is the monthly PTO meeting at 9 am.  This afternoon is our annual Puma Prowl, a 1.25 mile fun run for students, friends and family.  6th grade track will run the Prowl for practice today.  7th grade girls basketball also starts.  Clubs meeting today are Rubiks Cube and Homework.  This evening our 6th grade vocal classes have their concert. Have a great day, Pumas!

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Welcome, Wednesday!  Today after school 6th grade track practices, 8th grade girls basketball starts, and MathCounts and TSA both meet.  And for those 8th graders heading to Washington, D.C. next week, there is a mandatory student/parent meeting tonight from 6-8 pm.

Tuesday, October 11th, 2016

Today is Tuesday, and it's a busy one here!  This afternoon, we have 6th grade track practice, Comic Book Club, Homework Club and Jazz Band.  This evening, we have our NJHS 2016 Induction Ceremony at 6pm. And, students interested in learning about Destination Imagination, please plan on joining us at 6:30 for an informational meeting.

Monday, October 10th, 2016

Just another Maroon Monday here at Powell... this afternoon both Art and Builders Clubs meet, 6th grade track practices and our 8th grade track team heads to LPS Stadium for the district track meet. Let's represent Powell in the best way- go Pumas!

Friday, October 7th, 2016

It's finally Friday! The end of our Black week here...we'll see you back here on Monday for the start of a Maroon Week. Have a fabulous Friday and wild weekend!

Thursday, October 6th, 2016

It's Thursday (Friday Jr.), and we have 8th grade track practice, Homework club and Rubiks Cube club after school.  Have a great day!

Wednesday, October 5th, 2016

Happy late start Wednesday! School begins at 9:54 this morning, and buses will be running exactly 2 hours later. After school, 6th grade track practices, MathCounts meets and our monthly PAC meeting takes place in the Media Center at 3pm. Have a wacky Wednesday!

Tuesday, October 4th, 2016

Today is Tuesday, October 4th, and here's what's happening... 7th Grade has their Safety Presentation with Officer Bunten in CORE+ this morning. This afternoon, 6th Grade Track practices, 8th Grade Track faces Euclid in a meet at Options MS, Jazz Band and Homework Club meet, AND a new club starts: Comic Book Club! And don't forget that tomorrow is a PLC late starts, so school begins at 9:54.  Have a terrific Tuesday!

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

Happy Black Monday! A Black Monday means a late start Wednesday is not far behind...please remember that this Wednesday, October 5th, school starts at 9:54. But, this Monday, Golf Club has a tournament, Art Club meets, 8th Grade Track practices and 6th Grade Track begins. Have a magical Monday!

Friday, September 30th, 2016

It's Friday, the end of our Maroon Week here. Have a fabulous Friday and a wonderful weekend. We'll see you Monday!

Thursday, September 29th, 2016

Happy Friday-Eve ;) Today is Thursday, September 29th and we have Rubik's Cube Club, Golf Club has it's Thursday tournament and 7th Grade Track has it's final meet of the season, at Goddard.

Wednesday, September 28th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday! Both 7th and 8th Grade Track Teams practice this afternoon, and MathCounts has its first meeting of the year. Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, September 27th, 2016

It's totally Tuesday, and we're totally ready for a busy afternoon here at Powell. Both Jazz Band and HW Club meet, and 8th Grade Track welcomes Newton for the second meet of the season. This evening, head to Chipotle for our first fundraising night of the year- tell your cashier you're with Powell and 50% of your total comes back to us. Have a totally great Tuesday!

Powell Night @ Chipotle

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Powell Middle School. Come enjoy dinner at Chipotle (Dry Creek and University location) on Tuesday, September 27th, between 4:30-8 Please print and bring in the Chipotle flyer, show it on your smartphone, or tell the cashier you're supporting the cause to make sure that 50% of the proceeds will be donated to Powell Middle School.

Monday, September 26th, 2016

Hey, it's Monday! We're starting another Maroon Week here at Powell. Clubs meeting this afternoon are Golf, Art and Builders. 7th Grade Track has their second meet of the season, welcoming Newton. Go Pumas!

Friday, September 23rd, 2016

Are you ready for some kickball??!! Today's the day... the Powell Village Community Kickball event takes place from 3:30-7 here at Powell. Kickball teams will be competing, lawn games can be played by anyone, and food trucks will be serving sandwiches and funnel cakes to all! It's an event not to be missed, so see you tonight!

Thursday, September 22nd, 2016

Hello Thursday! Busy afternoon with the following activities and athletics: Golf, Homework and Rubik's Cube Clubs meet, and 6th Grade Volleyball and 7th/8th Grade Track practice. Have a great, busy, day!

Wednesday, September 21st, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday, September 21st! This morning we have Prospective Parent Tours at 8 am. Current Pumas, please remember there is NO late run bus today so please plan accordingly.

Friday, Funday...It's Kickball Tourney Time!

The First Annual "Kicking It Old School" Kickball Tournament is THIS week!! We still have space for kickball teams if you want to create a last minute team. Sign-up packets can be picked up in the attendance office, but need to be turned in by Wednesday at 3 pm. If kickball's not your thing, there will be FUNNEL CAKES, lawn games, socializing, and food trucks! Everyone is welcome.  The event will run from 4:00 - 7:00 this Friday, September 23. Can't wait to see everyone there! 

Tuesday, September 20th, 2016

Good morning Pumas! Today after school our 8th Grade Track team welcomes Goddard for their first meet of the season. 6th Grade Volleyball has practice, and both Jazz Band and Homework Club meet. Have a terrific Tuesday!

Monday, September 19th, 2016

Good Monday morning all! Today is Picture Retake day- students who missed picture day have a chance for retakes between 10:30-12:30. After school, both Art and Golf club meet, and 7th Grade Track has it's first meet of the season, welcoming Euclid here. Go Pumas!

Friday, September 16th, 2016

Happy Friday! Students interested in "Kickin' it Old School" at next week's Kickball Tourney need to submit their completed forms today. Let's kick it! And a reminder that Picture Retakes will be Monday, September 19th, so if you missed picture day plan on retakes Monday.

Let's Kick it!

Are you ready for some kickball?? If so, you're in luck! Join us here at Powell on Friday, September 23rd from 3:30-7 for a community kickball tournament. Fun will be had, and food will be sold by food trucks! Teams must have 11-15 players and must be a combination of students, family members and at least 1 Powell staff member. Students- pick up the sign-up packets from the Main Office. Completed packets must be in by Monday, September 19th! Let's kick it, old school!

Thursday, September 15th, 2016

Get ready for a busy Thursday here at Powell... the 8th Grade Honor Roll ceremony takes place at 8 am in the cafeteria- parents and guardians are welcome to attend and celebrate our Honor Roll recipients! Our monthly PTO meeting takes place at 9 am. After school we have Golf Club, Homework Club and Rubik's Cube Club. We also have 6th grade Volleyball practice, 7th grade Track practice and our first 8th grade track meet of the season takes place at Newton.

Wednesday, September 14th, 2016

Welcome to another PLC Late Start Wednesday! School starts at 9:54 today, and morning buses will be running exactly 2 hours later.  Please note that there is NO late run bus tomorrow. Have a wacky Wednesday!

Tuesday, September 13th, 2016

Good morning! 7th Grade Honor roll ceremony takes place at 8 am- parents and guardians of our Honor Roll attendees are welcome to join us in the cafeteria. Congrats on a job well done, Pumas! This afternoon we have 6th grade volleyball, 8th grade track, Jazz Band and Homework Club. Finally, please remember that tomorrow is a PLC late start Wednesday.

Monday, September 12th, 2016

Happy Monday Morning to you all! Today we have our 8th Grade Class Picture at 2. After school, we have Golf Club, Art Club and 7th and 8th Grade Track Practice.

Friday, September 9th, 2016

TGIF! Have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend! We'll see you back on Monday for another BLACK Week.

Thursday, September 8th, 2016

This Thursday, September 8th, we have 6th Grade Volleyball, 8th Grade Track, Golf Club, Homework Club and Rubik's Cube Club- busy day! Have a good Thursday, Pumas!

Wednesday, September 7th, 2016

Wednesday already??! Today after school we have both 7th and 8th grade track. We also have our first PAC Meeting of the year today at 3 pm in the Media Center. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, September 6th, 2016

Welcome back after your long weekend! We hope everyone had a restful and relaxing time, and have come ready for a busy Tuesday! We are following a WHITE schedule this week. After school, 6th grade Volleyball practices as does 7th Grade track. Jazz Band starts today and Homework Club meets.

Friday, September 2nd, 2016

Happy Friday! Remember there is no school Monday in observance of Labor Day, so we hope you all have a safe and enjoyable 3 day weekend. We'll see you back here on Tuesday!

Thursday, September 1st, 2016

First day of September! This Thursday we have Golf Club and 7th and 8th Grade Track. The AHS Band Night is also taking place today at the Littleton Stadium from 3-9 pm. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, August 31st, 2016

Welcome to our first PLC Late Start Wednesday! School begins at 9:54 this morning, and buses will be running exactly 2 hours later. After our shorter day we'll have 6th grade Volleyball and 7th/8th grade Track. Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, August 30th, 2016

Today is Tuesday, August 30th, and here's what's happening... Jazz Band will be holding auditions for the Rhythm Section after school. This evening, it's Back to School Night! Parents please plan on joining us at 6 pm for an athletic meeting (if interested in learning about the athletic programs here), and 6:30 pm for BTS Night. We hope to see all of our Powell parents here tonight!

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Good morning! It's Monday, August 29th and the beginning of a BLACK week here. That means we have our first PLC Late Start Wednesday (8/31) this week, when classes start at 9:54. This afternoon we have 6th Grade Volleyball, 7th and 8th Grade Track, and Golf Club. Students who want to play volleyball or run track, come to the gym by 3, dressed and ready to play or run!

Clubs and Athletics Beginning Monday, August 29th!

It's time to kick off the first clubs and athletics of the school year. Beginning Monday, August 29th, is 6th Grade Volleyball, 7th and 8th Grade Track and Golf Club. Volleyball and track are open to all interested students- simply come to the gym by 3 pm Monday, dressed and ready to run! Golf Club is open to the first 24 students who register to golf with either the Monday or Thursday club. Check out our Calendars page for athletics info and practice schedules. Visit our Clubs page for descriptions of clubs, but please note the dates for 2016-17 clubs are not yet listed.

Friday, August 26th, 2016

We made it through our first week of school! This Friday we are still on our Modified White Week, starting in CORE Plus, then going Blocks 1-7. Have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, August 25th, 2016

We're thankful it's Thursday! We've almost made it through our first full week of school for 2016-17. Today we follow the modified WHITE Week schedule again, CORE Plus, then blocks 1-7. This morning we have our first PTO Meeting of the school year- parents and guardians are welcome to join us for the meeting at 9 am. Have a great Thursday!

Wednesday, August 24th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday, August 24th! Today we follow a Modified WHITE Week schedule, starting in Block 1, going thru to Block 7, then finishing in CORE Plus. Why? It's Chromebook Day! Please make sure to bring you student ID this morning so that we can issue your Chromebook. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016

Good morning, Pumas! Today is Tuesday, the 23rd, and we're still following that Modified WHITE Week schedule, starting in CORE Plus. Don't forget to bring your signed Chromebook RUP- in order to get your Chromebook tomorrow that form needs to be in the office by this afternoon! And don't forget to bring your Student IDs with you tomorrow for Chromebook Checkout. Have a terrific Tuesday!

Monday, August 22nd, 2016

Welcome back for our first full week of school! This week we are following a Modified WHITE week schedule, so students, you'll start off in CORE Plus again. Parents, please make sure to send the Chromebook RUP form (emailed out on Friday) with your student by tomorrow. Have a marvelous Monday!

Friday, August 19th, 2016

It's our first Friday of the school year! 7th and 8th graders will get locker assignments today. All students report for a full Friday (7:54-2:43) and students, please note we are following a Modified White Week schedule, meaning you will start in CORE Plus today and then head to 1st block. Have a fantastic Friday!

Thursday, August 18th, 2016- 1st Day of School!

We're back! Welcome to the 2016-17 School Year! A few notes about today's schedule: 6th graders have a full school day (7:54-2:43) while 7th and 8th graders have a late-start day (9:54-2:43). Buses will be running for both groups, at normal morning pick up times for 6th graders, and then again exactly 2 hours later for our 7th and 8th graders. It's a great day to be a Puma!

Wednesday, August 17th, 2016

Good morning Pumas! Today our incoming 6th graders join us from 9-11 for PRIDE Orientation. They'll spend most of their morning outside, so hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and water bottles are welcome. NEW 7th and 8th graders have their PRIDE Orientation here from 9-10:30, and they'll be outside as well. We'll see everyone else tomorrow at 9:54!

Monday, August 15th, 2016- Schedule Pick Up Day!

Welcome Back to Powell! Today is Schedule Pick Up and Picture Day! Please come by anytime between 9am-12pm OR 1pm-3pm...Head to the cafeteria to pick up your schedule, then off to the gym for pictures. See you soon!

Friday, May 20th, 2016

It's our Last Day of School!!! We are on a normal schedule today (7:54-2:43). We've enjoyed the 2015-16 journey and wish you all success in your future endeavors, either here with us at Powell next year, or wherever your plans take you. Have a wonderful summer. It's a great day to be a Puma!

Thursday, May 19th, 2016

It's Continuation Day! This evening we have our 8th Grade Continuation ceremony. Doors open at 4:30 (you must have a ticket for admittance), and the ceremony begins at 5:30. Congrats 8th Graders!

Wednesday, May 18th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday. We're almost there, Pumas! Remember, there is no late run bus this week. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, May 17th, 2016

Good morning Pumas! Please remember to bring your Chromebooks and chargers to school today for Chromebook Check In. Yearbooks will be distributed in CORE + today. Have a terrific Tuesday!

Monday, May 16th, 2016

It's the beginning of the end... welcome to the last week of school for the 2016-17 school year! Please note there are no after school clubs or activities this week and no late run bus. Have a marvelous Monday!

Friday, May 13th, 2016

It's Friday, the 13th...have a safe (and spooky!) Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, May 12th, 2016

Good morning! This morning we have our final Fitness Final: the Timed Run. This afternoon, we have HW, XC and Spanish Clubs. This evening, we have 6th and 7th Grade Band Concerts. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, May 11th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday, May 11th! Jazz Band rehearses after school in preparation for their concert tonight at 6:30, Puma band will perform right after, with a 7:30 start time. And NJHS is getting their hands dirty working in the garden.

Tuesday, May 10th, 2016

It's Tuesday the 10th, and it's a busy day here! Partner Pacer Finals kick off our day at 8, then clubs after school today are Homework, Jazz Band, Spanish and Cross Country. Our day comes to a close with 7th and 8th Grade Guitar Concerts at 6:30 and 7:30, respectively.

Monday, May 9th, 2016

It's Monday, May 9th and here's what's happening...Builder's Club, Keep it Green and MindCraft all meet after school. Then later this evening, head back to school for the 6th Grade Vocals concert at 6 and the Strings concert at 7. Have a magnificent Monday!

Friday, May 6th, 2016

Happy Friday! A group of fine young ladies head out to GESTEM today for a day-long workshop. Have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful Mother's Day weekend!

Thursday, May 5th, 2016

Feliz Cinco de Mayo Pumas! Homework Club and Cross Country Club both meet today. Tonight we have our POPS Concert at 7pm- what a fun way to end your day. We'll see you tonight!

Wednesday, May 4th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday, May 4th.  Our final PAC meeting of the school year takes place at 3 pm in the Media Center. MathCounts meets after school.

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016

Today is Tuesday, and here's what's happening...Fitness Finals are back with the Plank and Push Up Finals. Clubs today: HW, XC and Jazz Band. Tonight we have our POPS Concert at 7- join us for a fun night!

Monday, May 2nd, 2016

It's our first Monday of May...and the beginning of the end: 3 more weeks of school! We have a mild Monday here, as our only activity (apart from learning) is MindCraft club after school.

Friday, April 29th, 2016

Happy Friday, friends! Our Jazz and Ladies Select choirs head out on a field trip today- have fun! Wondering what to do this weekend?...Powell is hosting the 8th Grade Volleyball tournament tomorrow (Saturday). Stop on by and support the Pumas!

Thursday, April 28th, 2016

We're thankful for Thursday! Fitness Finals are back, with the Partner Mile Run this morning. A little later this morning our last elementary students, from Highland and Runyon, come visit. Even later, we have 8th Grade Volleyball semifinals, ColorGuard and Homework Club.

Wednesday, April 27th, 2016

It's our final PLC Late Start of the 2015-16 School Year! School starts at 9:54 today, and buses will run exactly two hours later this morning. Don't forget to donate $1 and wear your Tie Dye today to support our Destination Imagination team! After school, 8th Grade Volleyball plays at Newton. Please note there is NO late bus on PLC days.

Tuesday, April 26th, 2016

Yay, Tuesday! This morning we welcome our little Pumas from Franklin and Sandburg. This afternoon, we welcome Options for an 8th Grade Volleyball game. Clubs meeting today are HW, XC and Jazz Band. Please remember that tomorrow is a PLC Late Start Wednesday, so school starts at 9:54.

Monday, April 25th, 2016

It's Monday, the start of a Black Week here. Today after school we have 8th Grade Volleyball practice, Builders Club and Keep it Green. MindCraft is cancelled today. Have a lovely day!

Friday, April 22nd, 2016

It's finally Friday! We end our short week here with 7th and 8th Grade's last day of CMAS testing. Have a fabulous Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, April 21st, 2016

Hello Thursday! 7th and 8th Graders continue with CMAS today.  Our April PTO meeting takes place this morning at 9. After school, 8th Grade Volleyball heads to Euclid and the following clubs meet: Color Guard and XC.  Homework Club and Spanish Club will NOT be meeting today. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, April 20th, 2016

What a busy Wednesday!...7th and 8th Graders will resume CMAS testing this morning with Social Studies and Science (respectively), and later this morning another round of incoming 6th graders will be visiting. This afternoon, 7th Grade Volleyball welcomes Goddard- Go Pumas! and Book Buzz meets. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, April 19th, 2016

Welcome back after your 3 day weekend! This morning we will have some Prospective Pumas with us, as our first group of incoming 6th graders will be joining us. This afternoon we have 8th Grade Volleyball practice, Homework Club and Cross Country (XC) Club.  Have a great Tuesday!

Friday, April 15th, 2016

Thank goodness it's Friday! Please note that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, April 18th. Enjoy your long weekend Pumas- we'll see you Tuesday!

Thursday, April 14th, 2016

It's Thursday, the 14th, and here's what's happening: our Fitness Finals continue today with the Boys Jump Rope final- Jump! Jump! After school, our 8th Grade Volleyball team welcomes Euclid, Cross Country Club runs today, and Homework Club meets. Have a great day!

Wednesday, April 13th, 2016

Good morning!  Not too wild a Wednesday here... after school we have 8th Grade Volleyball practice and MathCounts. Have a great Wednesday!

Tuesday, April 12th, 2016

Good morning! Fitness finals are back- we have our MILE run today.  We'll stay fit this afternoon with 7th Grade Volleyball practice, 8th Grade Volleyball playing at Newton and Cross Country Club starting today.  Keep those brains in shape by heading to Homework Club after school today.

Monday, April 11th, 2016

Hooray for Monday! CMAS Make Ups continue today. After school, our 7th Grade Volleyball team welcomes Newton, and both Keep it Green and MindCraft club meet.  Have a mighty nice Monday!

Friday, April 8th, 2016

Happy Friday Pumas!  Today we wrap up our first round of CMAS assessments. Join us tonight for our 1st Annual Powell Movie Night.  We'll be watching The Sandlot. What better way to unwind after a long week than a free night out with your  Powell friends and family. Doors open at 5:30 and the movie begins at 6pm. We'll see you at the movies!

Thursday, April 7th, 2016

It's a busy Thursday here at Powell, as we continue with CMAS Assessments today. We also have 7th Grade Volleyball Practice and Rubik's Cube Club after school. This evening we welcome our incoming Pumas for 6th Grade Parent Orientation Night: the optional tour of the building begins at 6 pm, and the presentation in the cafeteria begins at 6:30 pm.

Wednesday, April 6th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday, April 6th.  We continue with our CMAS Assessments this morning. This afternoon, we have 8th Grade Volleyball practice, Book Buzz, MathCounts, Color Guard and our monthly PAC meeting.  This evening, incoming 6th graders are encouraged to attend our Instrument Screening night (if they are interested in playing an instrument here next year).  Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, April 5th, 2016

It's Tuesday, and it's time for testing.  We begin with our CMAS English/LA assessments today. After our testing day, we have a busy afternoon. 8th Grade Volleyball plays at Goddard- Go Pumas! 7th Grade Volleyball practices here, and Art Club meets. Homework Club will not meet today. We wrap up our evening with a presentation by Clay Abla about the new graduation requirements, in the Cafeteria here at 5:30.  We hope you will join us for an informative evening.

Monday, April 4th, 2016

Good morning!  We start this Monday off with a Maroon Week schedule.  We finish our Monday with our 7th Grade Girls Volleyball team heading to Euclid for a game, our 8th Grade Volleyball team staying here for practice, and both Builders Club and MindCraft Club meet.  Have a merry Monday!

Friday, April 1st, 2016

Happy Friday!  This morning we welcome some of our incoming 6th Graders for a music presentation. Have a great day current, and future, Pumas!

Thursday, March 31st, 2016

It's a busy Thursday here at Powell.  Our fitness finals continue today with Girls Jump Rope finals. This afternoon, 8th Grade Volleyball welcomes Options- go Pumas! The following clubs meet: Homework, Rubik's Cube and Color Guard.  And parents of our future 7th and 8th graders- please plan on joining us here tonight at 6:30 for our Parent Orientation meeting.

Wednesday, March 30th, 2016

It's Wednesday, whoo hoo! Today after school we have 7th Grade Volleyball practice. Book Buzz meets but MathCounts is cancelled for today.  Have a wonderful day!

Tuesday, March 29th, 2016

Today we have our first fitness final- the PACER. Finalists, get ready to race! After school we have 8th Grade Volleyball Practice, Art Club, Homework Club and Jazz Band.  Have a great Tuesday, Pumas!

Monday, March 28th, 2016

Welcome back from Spring Break! We're right back in the swing of things with 7th Grade Volleyball practice, Keep it Green and MindCraft club after school.  And parents, plan on attending an evening with our Superintendent, Brian Ewert, when he give a presentation here at Powell tonight at 6pm. He will be addressing school funding, among other topics.

Friday, March 18th, 2016

It's Friday, and the last day before Spring Break! Have a great day and we hope you all have a safe and restful Break.  We'll see you back here on the 28th!

Thursday, March 17th, 2016

Happy St. Patrick's Day to you all! This morning our PTO meets at 9 am (in the Media Center). After school, our 8th Grade Volleyball teams welcome Goddard.  Color Guard, Rubik's Cube and Homework Club all meet.  Have a lucky day!

Wednesday, March 16th, 2016

Good morning! Today is another PLC Late Start Wednesday, meaning we won't see you here until 9:54. Buses will be running exactly 2 hours later this morning, but please note there is NO late run bus after school so please plan accordingly. Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, March 15th, 2016

Happy Tuesday!  Another group of 7th Graders head out to Dinosaur Ridge today.  Our Music Classes have photos today during school.  And after school, 8th Grade Volleyball welcomes Newton, and Art and Homework Club meet. Please remember that tomorrow is a PLC Late Start Wednesday.

Monday, March 14th, 2016

It's Monday, the first day of our BLACK Week here (the last week before Spring Break!). Today, our 7th Grade heads to Dinosaur Ridge.  After school, 8th Grade Volleyball practices and Keep it Green meets.  Builders and MindCraft have both been cancelled today.  Happy Pi Day!

Friday, March 11th, 2016

Good morning Powell!  We've made it to Friday, March 11th, which means we only have one more week before Spring Break! Let's have a great Friday and a wonderful week.

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

Good morning! Today after school we have 7th Grade Volleyball practice, and many clubs meeting: Color Guard, Homework, Rubik's Cube and Spanish.  Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, March 9th, 2016

Wow, it's Wednesday!  We have 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Practice and clubs back after a brief break are MathCounts and Book Buzz.  Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, March 8th, 2016

It's totally Tuesday already... 7th Grade Girls Volleyball starts today after school, and both Art and Homework Club meet.  Jazz Band also meets today.

Monday, March 7th, 2016

Welcome back from your long weekend!  We start this Monday off on a Maroon schedule... This afternoon we have 8th Grade Volleyball Practice, Builder's Club and MindCraft club.  Have a great day!

Thursday, March 3rd, 2016

It's Thursday, the last day of our short, White Week, here.  There is no school tomorrow, Friday, March 4th, so enjoy your long weekend.  This afternoon, 8th Grade Volleyball has practice.  Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday!  We have our Spring Student-Led conferences here from 4-7:30, which also means we have no after school clubs or activities today and no late run bus, so please plan accordingly.  We'll see you for conferences later today!

Tuesday, March 1st, 2016

It's Tuesday, the first day of March...countdown to Spring Break begins ;)  This morning our 8th Grade Choir has a field trip to rehearse for the District Choir Festival tonight at 7.  This afternoon, 8th Grade Girls Volleyball starts, and the following clubs meet: Art, Homework and Jazz Band. A reminder, Student-Led conferences are tomorrow evening.

Monday, February 29th, 2016

Happy Leap Day! This "extra" day is a busy one... it's a White Week Schedule, 8th Grade Strings has a field trip today, as does Keep it Green Club.  After school, both Mind Craft and Builder's Club meet.  This evening is the 7th and 8th Grade District Strings festival.  Have a lovely Leap Day!

Friday, February 26th, 2015

It's Friday, Friday, Friday!  We hope you've had a great week and will have an even better weekend! See you back here on Monday, February 29th- LEAP DAY!

Thursday, February 25th, 2016

Happy Friday-eve ;)  Today, Thursday the 25th, we have 6th Grade Basketball practice and Homework Club after school.  Rubik's Cube Club is CANCELLED for today.  And we have another musical evening here, as our 6th Grade Vocals and 7th Grade Chorus perform a concert tonight at 7.

Wednesday, February 24th, 2016

Welcome to our late start Wednesday!  Buses run exactly 2 hours later this morning, and please note there is NO late run bus this afternoon so plan accordingly.  Students interested in participating in this year's Hoops for Heart- today is the final day to turn in your registration forms!  This evening we have our 6th and 7th Grade Strings concert at 7 pm- please join us for a great night of music!

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2016

It's Tuesday, and Tuesdays are always busy here at Powell!  6th Grade Basketball practices this afternoon, and both Art Club and Homework Club meet.  Later this evening, head back to school for the 6th Grade Band concert at 6:30, followed by the 7th Grade Band concert at 7:30.  Finally, please remember that tomorrow is a PLC Late Start Wednesday.  We'll see you at 9:54 tomorrow morning!

Monday, February 22nd, 2016

Good Monday Morning!  NJHS kicks off their Pennies for Patients Drive this morning- empty those pockets and piggy banks and donate to a great cause.  6th Grade Basketball Practices after school, and Color Guard and MindCraft meet as well.  Have a nice Monday!

Friday, February 19th, 2016

It's Friday!  Today our TSA State Competition continues.  Have a great Friday and we'll see you Monday!

Thursday, February 18th, 2016

It's the third Thursday of the month, so it's time for our monthly PTO meeting here at 9 am.  This evening we have Teacher-initiated conferences from 3:30-7.  Your student's teacher will have contacted you if they needed or wanted to meet with you this evening... Finally, it's State Competition time for our TSA club.  Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, February 17th, 2016

Wow, it's already Wednesday!  We have a lot going on here after school today... 6th Grade Basketball practices and Book Buzz, MathCounts and TSA all meet.  The LPS Jazz Festival Showase takes place today from 3-8 pm at Goddard.  Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, February 16th, 2015

Welcome back from your long weekend!  We are following a WHITE week schedule this week. Head over to Brickyard BBQ today for a Powell PTO Restaurant Day, when 20% of sales from 11 am- 8 pm will come back to Powell.  Students can also head to Homework Club this afternoon, and the 8th Grade Basketball Semis begin today.

Friday, February 12th, 2016

It's finally Friday!  Tonight, we welcome Follies Act 2 to the stage at 7 pm.  What a wonderful way to end our week.  Remember, no school on Monday, February 15th.  Have a great long weekend!

Thursday, February 11th, 2016

Happy Thursday!  This afternoon we have 8th Grade A & B Basketball Practice, as well as Homework Club and Rubik's Cube Club.  Tonight, please plan on joining us for our first night of Follies! Act 1 is tonight at 7 pm- we'll see you there!

Wednesday, February 10th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday!  We have our 7th Grade Boys Basketball playing at Euclid this afternoon and our 8th Grade Basketball practicing here.  Book Buzz and Math Counts meet, and our district spelling bee takes place here from 3-5.  Have a terrific day!

Tuesday, February 9th, 2016

This Tuesday afternoon our 8th Grade Basketball teams welcome Euclid- go Pumas!  Homework Club, Art Club and Jazz Band meet and this evening we have the LPS 8th Grade District Band Festival at Arapahoe at 7 pm.  Have a great day!

Monday, February 8th, 2016

Good morning Pumas!  This afternoon our 6th Grade Basketball practices, while our 7th Grade Basketball heads to Goddard for a game.  Brain Bowl and MindCraft meet after school.  Have a marvelous Monday!

Friday, February 5th, 2016

TGIF!  Today is Friday, February 5th.  Enjoy your last day of this school week and we'll see you back here on Monday!

Thursday, February 4th, 2016

Hello Thursday!  Our 8th Grade Honor Roll Assembly will take place today at 8 am.  This event was rescheduled after Tuesday's school closure.  Today after school our 8th Grade Basketball team welcomes Options.  Rubik's Cube Club and Color Guard also meet, and Follies Act 2 has rehearsal.

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2016

Welcome back! It's Wednesday, February 3rd, and we are resuming a MAROON week schedule.  Students, please start in Block 5 today.  We have our monthly PAC meeting today at 3pm in the Media Center- parents are welcome to attend! We also have 7th Grade Basketball Practice, Book Buzz, Jazz Band and Math Counts after school.

Monday, February 1st, 2016

It's Monday, the beginning of a Maroon Week here.  This afternoon our 7th Grade Basketball team heads to Euclid, and our 6th Grade Basketball team practices here.  The following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Jazz Band and MindCraft.  Have a magnificent Monday!

Friday, January 29th, 2016

Happy 100th Day of School! Have a fabulous Friday and a great weekend.  We'll see you back here on Monday!

Thursday, January 28th, 2016

Good morning Powell!  We start our Thursday here with the 7th Grade Honor Roll Assembly- congrats to our honor roll students!  This afternoon our 6th Grade Basketball practices, and our 8th Grade Boys Basketball heads to Newton.  Homework Club and Rubik's Cube Club meet as well. Have a great day!

Wednesday, January 27th, 2016

It's a PLC Late Start Wednesday, meaning school starts at 9:54 and buses will be running exactly 2 hours later in the morning.  Please note that we do not have a late run bus on PLC Late Start days. Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, January 26th, 2016

It's a terrific Tuesday here as we start our day with the 6th Grade Honor Roll assembly, at 8 am. Congrats honor roll students!  After school 6th Grade Basketball starts and 8th Grade Basketball heads to Euclid.  We also have Art Club and Homework Club, as well as Follies Act 1 rehearsals. Remember that tomorrow is a PLC Late Start Wednesday- we'll see you at 9:54!

Monday, January 25th, 2016

It's Monday, the beginning of a BLACK week here at Powell.  This afternoon our 7th Grade Boys Basketball welcomes Newton and the following clubs meet: Brain Bowl, Builders, Keep it Green, MindCraft and Jazz Band.  Have a marvelous Monday!

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

We've reached the end of our short week here.  Have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, January 21st, 2016

It's Maroon Out Thursday here at Powell- so wear all the Maroon you can wear today!  Today our 8th Grade goes on an Adventure in Arts.  We have a PTO meeting this morning at 9.  This afternoon our 8th Grade Boys Basketball Teams welcome Newton, and the following clubs meet: Homework, Spanish and Rubik's Cube.  Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

It's Wednesday the 20th and our 7th Grade Basketball practices after school, and the following clubs meet: Book Buzz, MathCounts, Color Guard, School Store, and TSA.  Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, January 19th, 2016

Welcome back from your 3 day weekend!  Today is Tuesday, and here's what's happening here: 8th Grade Basketball C Team plays Options, Jazz Band meets after school and our Powell Showcase Night is from 6-8pm.

Friday, January 15th, 2016

It's finally Friday! And it's the final day of Spirit Week- today is Puma Pride Day, so dress in your best Powell gear.  Have a great day and a wonderful 3 Day weekend!

Thursday, January 14th, 2016

It's Crayon Day!  Dress in all one color today.  8th Grade Boys Basketball practices today after school, Homework Club and Rubik's Cube Club meet, and the it's the last day to audition for Follies. Have a terrific Thursday!

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

Today is Wednesday, and it's also Crazy Sock and Hair Day!  This afternoon we have 7th Grade Boys Basketball Practice (A & B Teams), Book Buzz, Geography Bee, MathCounts and TSA.  Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016

Spirit Week continues here with Hat Day today.  It's a busy Tuesday here with Parent Tours this morning and many after school activities: 8th Grade Boys Basketball heads to Goddard for their first game of the season, HW Club and Jazz Band both meet, Art Club starts again and the Follies Auditions are today.  It's a great, busy, day to be a Puma!

Monday, January 11th, 2016

It's Retro Monday here at Powell!  Come dressed in the clothing of your favorite past decade.  After school today the 8th Grade Boys A & B basketball teams practice, and Builders Club, Keep it Green Club and Brain Bowl meet.  Have a great Monday!

Friday, January 8th, 2016

Happy Friday!  We've made it though our first week back after break!  Next week is Spirit Week here at Powell- Monday is "Retro Day", so dress in your favorite retro wear.  Have a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, January 7th, 2016

Good morning Powell!  It's Thursday, January 7th, and Rubik's Cube Club meets after school.  Have a tremendous Thursday!

Wednesday, January 6th, 2016

Welcome to Wednesday... This afternoon we have our PAC Meeting in the Media Center, MathCounts meeting and 7th Grade Boys Basketball Practice.  Have a wild Wednesday!

Tuesday, January 5th, 2016

Welcome Back!  We hope you had a wonderful Winter Break!  We are starting off our 2nd semester here on a WHITE week schedule: Students, please print off your 3rd quarter schedules from your Infinite Campus before coming to school today.  After school, Brain Bowl and Jazz Band meet and 8th Grade Boys Basketball has practice.