Catalyst is OPEN today., with a 1-hour delay.

9:30 ALL STUDENTS REPORT TO SCHOOL

10:00 Presentations of Learning Begin

1:00 Approximately Contract Wrap-up Begins

2:30 End of School Day

Breakfast Served Until 9:30

Come in Halloween costume. If you don't, we'll dress you up here.

See the new Catalyst Van Gogh!

15 Passenger van

excellent condition, excellent visibility

Safety Features: utility mud/snow tires, ABS Breaks, extra mirrors

Extras: High Def Radio with In Focus Speaker System

Racks for 7 bikes and luggage rack on top

 ALL-STAR MUSICIANS TEAM UP TO BENEFIT CATALYST HIGH SCHOOL

Six hours of entertainment for a recession-friendly $22, featuring Hazel Miller, Wendy Woo, Girls on Top and more!

On Sunday, May 17th, from 6pm to midnight, an all-star line-up of local favorites will take the stage at the Fox Theatre in Boulder to benefit Catalyst.

Performances by:
• Singer/songwriter John Runnels, 2009 winner of the CU Idol Competition
• Recording artist and longtime Boulder-based favorite Wendy Woo
• Samba/Brazilian Jazz/Bossa Nova/Choro group Ginga
• Local legend Hazel Miller, multi-year Westword “Best Blues/R&B” performer
• Papa Juke, the host band for Westword’s 2009 Best Blues Jam
• High-energy R&B and dance band Girls on Top
• All-Star Jam, with special guests Erica Brown and Lionel Young

These musicians are donating their time and talents to support Catalyst Education of Colorado.  Tickets are $22 and on sale through the Fox Theatre box office: foxtheatre.com/Store/ChooseTicket.aspx

Catalyst Students Attend the Conference on World Affairs
Last week, many Catalyst students were on the CU Boulder campus for the annual Conference on World Affairs. At the CWA, students enjoyed the opportunity to listen to a panel of experts discussing a particular topic, from politics and international issues to technology or the humanities. 

Enrollment is Open for Summer and Fall
At Catalyst, students can sign up for classes at any time! If you are interested in enrolling your student in Catalyst  for Summer or Fall classes, call us at (303) 604-6512 today!

New After Hours Activities for Students
This week, the new session of after school activities will begin with Cooking and Film Making! These classes are offered at an additional fee; scholarships are available.

After School Classes Open To Students from Other Schools
The following courses are now being offered to students from other schools who still need the course to graduate from high school. These classes generally meet after regular school hours. Offerings include:

    Math: Pre Algebra through Calculus
    Composition, Literature, Communications
    World History, American History, Government, Geography
    Physical & Life Sciences

Please call (303) 604-6512 for specific days and times.

Parent Support Group for Wednesday, April 15 Cancelled
Due to a scheduling conflict, our regular Wednesday night support group is cancelled for Wednesday, April 15. The support group will resume at its regular 6:30 start time at Catalyst on Wednesday, April 22. This group is led by Therapist Sheila Ridley, M.Ed., MSW, LSW.  All parents are welcome to attend, regardless of your student being enrolled at Catalyst.

Thursday Evening Speakers Series Continues This Week!
Thurs. 4/16/2009 6:30 p.m. - Topic: Families in Financial & Marital Transtions: A Lawyer/Therapist Dialogue
Presented by David Walder, JD and Norm Gibson, LCSW, Catalyst Advisor
 
Thurs. 4/23/2009 6:30 p.m - Topic: Family Support for Bipolar Depression
Presented by Elizabeth George, PhD., CU Psychology Dept., Member of Catalyst Advisory Board

After School Academic Classes Now Open
The following courses are now being offered to students from other schools who still need the course to graduate from high school. These classes generally meet after regular school hours. Offerings include:

    Math: Pre Algebra through Algebra 2; Pre-Calculus through Calculus
    Composition, Literature, Communications
    World History, American History, Government, Geography
    Physical & Life Sciences

Please call (303) 604-6512 for specific days and times.

After Hours Resource for Parents
Parents are encouraged to attend the free Parent Group at Catalyst on Wednesday evenings (6:30 PM). This group is led by Therapist Sheila Ridley, M.Ed., MSW, LSW.  All parents are welcome to attend, whether your student is enrolled at Catalyst or not.

Thursday Evening Speakers Series Continues This Week!
March 12: Linda Cain, MS.Ed, Educational Consultant and Member of Catalyst Board of Directors
Topic: Finding Educational and Therapeutic Resources for High Risk Teens

March 19: Michelle Kaye, MA, LPC, and Catalyst Counselor
Topic: Starting the College Conversation with your Adolescent

April 2: Tupa Westphal, MA, Catalyst Special Education Teacher
Topic: Advocating for Services Under Americans with Disabilities Act

Earn Up Money Off Your Next Monthly Tuition Payment
Limited to the Month of March Only: To encourage participation in our parent support programs, Catalyst Education of Colorado will honor a $25 discount off April's Tuition for Catalyst Parents who attend each free Wednesday Evening Parent Discussion Group and each free Thursday Evening Parent Workshop. Non-Catalyst parents are welcome to attend the weekly Wednesday Parent Group and weekly Thursday Parent Workshops. The same $25 tuition discount per evening attended will apply to parents who start a new student in Catalyst by April 1.

After Hours Activities for Students Hugely Successful
Nearly 75% of Catalyst Students are involved in after-school activities! Enrollment is solid and growing in Chess, Theater Improv, and Art. After spring break, Catalyst High School will add Cooking, Film Making, and Hiking to the options, in hopes that most Catalyst Students will participate in more than one after-school activity. These classes are offered at an additional fee; scholarships are available.

After School Academic Classes Now Open
The following courses are now being offered to students from other schools who still need the course to graduate from high school. These classes generally meet after regular school hours. Offerings include:

    Math: Pre Algebra through Algebra 2; Pre-Calculus through Calculus
    Composition, Literature, Communications
    World History, American History, Government, Geography 
    Physical & Life Sciences

Please call (303) 604-6512 for specific days and times.

After Hours Resource for Parents
Parents are encouraged to attend the free Parent Group at Catalyst on Wednesday evenings (6:30 PM). This group is led by Therapist Sheila Ridley, M.Ed., MSW, LSW.  All parents are welcome to attend, whether your student is enrolled at Catalyst or not.

Thursday Evening Speakers Series Begins This Week!
March 5, 6:30 PM. Catalyst Health Coordinator Katy Fleming, MA, will launch our Thursday Evening Workshop for Parents!
Topic: Creating an Honest and Open Dialog about Sex with Your Adolescent.

March 12: Linda Cain, MS.Ed, Educational Consultant and Member of Catalyst Board of Directors
Topic: Finding Educational and Therapeutic Resources for High Risk Teens

March 19: Michelle Kaye, MA, LPC, and Catalyst Counselor
Topic: Starting the College Conversation with your Adolescent

Earn Up to $300 Off Your Next Monthly Tuition Payment
Limited to the Month of March Only: To encourage participation in our parent support programs, Catalyst Education of Colorado will honor a $25 discount off April's Tuition for Catalyst Parents who attend each free Wednesday Evening Parent Discussion Group and each free Thursday Evening Parent Workshop. Non-Catalyst parents are welcome to attend the weekly Wednesday Parent Group and weekly Thursday Parent Workshops. The same $25 tuition discount per evening attended will apply to parents who start a new student in Catalyst by April 1.

Current Schedule for Students
4-Week Block H begins Monday, February 23 and will end Thursday March 19. Spring break is scheduled for the week of March 23-27.

After School Enrichment Classes for Catalyst Students
After school enrichment classes begin Monday, January 23.  Class options for Session 1 include:
   
    Chess Club, Tuesdays & Thursdays
    Improv, Wednesdays
    Multi Media Art, Tuesdays and Thursdays
    Pilates Trio,  Wednesdays

Session 2 will begin March 30. In addition to the same choices from Session 1, offerings may include:
 
    • Film Making
    • Cooking
    • Yoga
    • Theater
    • Running
    • SAT/ACT Prep
    • Stress Mgmt Support Group

Catalyst Offers After School Academic Courses for Non-Catalyst Students
The following courses are now being offered to students from other schools who still need the course to graduate from high school. These classes meet from 3:30-5:00. Offerings include:

    Math: Pre Algebra through Calculus    Mon/Th
    Composition, Literature, Communications, All grades Mon/Th or Tues/Th
    World History, Am. History. Government, Geography Tues/Th
    Physical Sciences, Mon/Wed
    Life Sciences, Mon/Th
   

Current Schedule for Students
Intensive Block G begins Monday, February 9, and will end Wednesday, February 18.  Student attendance hours during the intensive will be 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM. All Catalyst students will be taking one of the following courses:

• Alternative Energy Vehicles, Practical Engineering
• The History and Current Perspectives on Mental Illness
• Adolescent Law, Rights and Justice

President’s Day
Catalyst will be closed on Monday, February 16, for President’s Day.

After School Enrichment Classes for Catalyst Students
After school enrichment classes for Catalyst students begin Monday. January 16.  Class options for Session 1 include:
    
    Improv, Wednesdays
    Multi Media Art, Tuesdays and Thursdays
    Pilates Trio,  Wednesdays

Session 2 will begin March 30. In addition to the same choices from Session 1, offerings may include: 
 
    • Film Making
    • Cooking
    • Chess Club
    • Yoga
    • Theater
    • Running
    • SAT/ACT Prep
    • Stress Mgmt Support Group

Catalyst Offers After School Academic Courses for Non-Catalyst Students
The following courses are now being offered to students from other schools who still need the course to graduate from high school. These classes meet from 3:30-5:00. Offerings include:

    Math: Pre Algebra through Calculus    Mon/Th
    Composition, Literature, Communications, All grades Mon/Th or Tues/Th
    World History, Am. History. Government, Geography Tues/Th
    Physical Sciences, Mon/Wed
    Life Sciences, Mon/Th
    Spanish, TBA

Students begin the second four-week block on Monday, 9/12/08.

Students are welcome to enroll at any time!

Buy coffee to help Catalyst! The Curious Cup, located on the Southeast corner of 95th and Arapahoe,  donates 10% of proceeds to Catalyst when a customer mentions our school.

Our fall event is coming up! Join us on October 25 at the Scotch Corner Pub in Boulder for a festive fall evening to benefit Catalyst EDU. The gala event will feature fun Celtic music, fine Scottish fare, and a live and silent auction. Sponsors for the event include Marsha Moritz, friends and Compass House, as well as Velodyne Velocity Dynamics. Tickets are $65 each, or two for $115. To order your tickets call Catalyst at 303.604.6512. All proceeds will go to support at-risk teens in our community.

Want to save money on gas and have more fun?! With your $10 donation to Catalyst, you will be entered to win a brand new $750 electric bicycle from the Santa Barbara Electric Bicycle Company. To purchase your chance to win this electric bike go to www.catalyst.crowdfunder.com/drawings/13. The drawing will be held on October 25. Good luck!

Students are finishing up the first block of the year, ending on 9/10/08. Our next 4-week block will begin on 9/15/08.

As always, students are welcome to enroll at any time!

The next Board of Director's meeting will be held on September 9, and will start at 6:00 pm.

We are excited to announce our fall event! Join us on October 25 at the Scotch Corner Pub in Boulder for a festive fall evening to benefit Catalyst EDU. The gala event will feature fun Celtic music, fine Scottish fare, and a live and silent auction. Tickets are $65 each, or two for $115. To order your tickets call Catalyst at 303.604.6512. All proceeds will go to support at-risk teens in our community.