Take the day off from cooking and order from Papa John’s today for lunch or dinner! Our Dine-to-Donate fundraiser is happening all day long at the Village Vista location in Erie!
Use code DOUGH (online, phone, or in person) to get 30% off, and 20% comes back to Aspen Ridge. It’s a tasty win-win, so grab a slice and support our school! 💚🍕
The disco ball may be packed away, but we’re not done yet! 🪩
We’re so close to our $175,000 goal, and you can help us finish strong:
✨ Shop our Second Chance Sale for auction items that didn’t get their moment to shine - including Secret Sips!
💛 Make a direct, tax-deductible donation
🎥 Watch our Fund-a-Need video to see the impact your support makes
Every dollar helps support our students, teachers, and programs at Aspen Ridge.
Let’s keep the groove going! View our full Gala recap here!
Don’t miss the SVVSD Unframed Student Art Show, April 14–19, featuring a special showcase of Aspen Ridge student artists.
Art Show Hours:
Tuesday, April 14 - Saturday, April 18, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday, April 19, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by and see our Owls' creativity on display! 🎨✨
Moving up to middle school is an exciting milestone, and we’re here to help our 5th grade students feel ready for the journey ahead. As our Owls grow, they take on more responsibility and independence, and we want that transition to feel smooth and supported.
Join us for an evening all about middle school at Aspen Ridge. While parents get the inside scoop from school leaders, students will take part in a scavenger hunt to meet teachers and explore the space. We’ll wrap up with time for questions about middle school life.
If you’d like dinner, please pre-order Chick-fil-A using this link. Meals must be pre-ordered and will not be available for purchase that night. We look forward to seeing you there!
Grab your tickets today for the third annual ARPS Tropical Family Dance on Friday, April 24 from 6:00–8:00pm! 🌴🌺 Join us for a fun-filled evening of dancing, games, activities, and more. Pizza, Kona Ice, and concessions will be available for purchase, so come ready to enjoy it all!
Presale tickets are $15 per family, or $20 at the door—grab yours early and save!
tinyurl.com/arpsfamilydance26
Our Owls are ready to shine! Don’t miss the Variety Show this Thursday, April 9 at 5:00pm! It's sure to be a fun and talent-filled evening! 🌟
Whether you’re coming to the Gala or cheering us on from home, you can still win BIG! 🪩 For the first time ever, we’ve added a getaway to our Silent Auction—so everyone can be part of the fun!
Escape to the mountains with a 3-night stay in a beautiful Silverthorne condo—generously donated by the Vallort family—perfect for hiking, biking, lake adventures, great restaurants, and everything we love about Colorado summers and fall. 🍂 This Learn more about the property on Vacasa.com, Listing #67781.
Find this awesome item in the Silent Auction under Colorado Adventures, #249. Round up your crew and bid high for this relaxing mountain retreat… all while supporting our students and teachers. 💚
This is just one of hundreds of awesome auction items that are ready and waiting for your bid! Hop online and bid now at aspenrp2026.ggo.bid (or at the unique link you received by text if you're going to the Gala on Saturday).
Escape to the mountains with a 3-night stay in a beautiful Silverthorne condo—generously donated by the Vallort family—perfect for hiking, biking, lake adventures, great restaurants, and everything we love about Colorado summers and fall. 🍂 This Learn more about the property on Vacasa.com, Listing #67781.
Find this awesome item in the Silent Auction under Colorado Adventures, #249. Round up your crew and bid high for this relaxing mountain retreat… all while supporting our students and teachers. 💚
This is just one of hundreds of awesome auction items that are ready and waiting for your bid! Hop online and bid now at aspenrp2026.ggo.bid (or at the unique link you received by text if you're going to the Gala on Saturday).
Our Silent Auction is officially OPEN! 🎉 Start bidding now at aspenrp2026.ggo.bid (or at the unique link you received by text if you're going to the Gala on Saturday).
Teacher Treasures are some of the most meaningful (and fun!) items we offer in the silent auction. These outings are a chance for students to connect, laugh, and make lasting memories with their teachers 💚
And this year, there’s a little friendly competition! The classroom with the most bids wins a popsicle party!
So every bid = support for our teachers + a point for your class in the contest.
Pro tip: coordinate with other families in your class, split the cost, and turn it into a shared experience your kids will love!
Start bidding now: aspenrp2026.ggo.bid
⏰ Closes Saturday at 8:20 PM—don’t wait!
Teacher Treasures are some of the most meaningful (and fun!) items we offer in the silent auction. These outings are a chance for students to connect, laugh, and make lasting memories with their teachers 💚
And this year, there’s a little friendly competition! The classroom with the most bids wins a popsicle party!
So every bid = support for our teachers + a point for your class in the contest.
Pro tip: coordinate with other families in your class, split the cost, and turn it into a shared experience your kids will love!
Start bidding now: aspenrp2026.ggo.bid
⏰ Closes Saturday at 8:20 PM—don’t wait!
Did you miss the deadline to purchase the yearbook? Good news! We've opened up our purchase link for just a few more days!
Visit BuyTheYearbook.com by THIS FRIDAY to get your 2025-26 yearbook!
Today’s the LAST day to grab your Spring Gala - A Night at the Disco tickets!💃🏼🕺🏼🪩 Round up your disco crew, spread the word, and get ready to boogie—the Live Auction happens in person only, and it’s packed with incredible experiences you won't want to miss!
Grab your tickets today at tinyurl.com/springgala2026tickets to support the school we all love!
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s hitting the auction stage:
🪩 Getaways & Big Fun
Cabo penthouse stay • Hot air balloon ride • Mountain escapes • Loaded Cargo E-bike from CYCLERIE
🪩 Priceless Experiences
Police cruiser ride to school • Firehouse dinner • Principal for a Day • Limo lunch • VIP parking • Front row graduation seats
🪩 Grade-Level Baskets
Sports tickets • College game days • Birthday parties • Pizza oven • Backyard bash • Lottery basket + more
Trust us… this is just the beginning. ✨ Get your tickets today at tinyurl.com/springgala2026tickets
Next week, our Owls can join a book-themed Spirit Week to get excited for the March Madness Reading Challenge, which starts after school on March 13th. Show your school spirit and love of reading all week long!
Our Spring Book Fair is coming up next week, March 9th - 13th! We need your help to make it a success!
Our Book Fair can’t run without amazing parent volunteers. Sign up for a slot on the Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up and be part of the fun!
Get ready for the March Madness Reading Challenge and Spring Break with new books for every reader.
Book Fair Dates & Times:
Mon–Thu: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
What to Know:
Students will visit the Book Fair once as a class to browse or purchase books.
Set up an eWallet for easy, cash-free purchases.
No Lollipop Pull this time – we’re keeping it simple!
Check it out:
Visit the ARPS Scholastic Book Fair website to preview books with the new 360 interactive feature and view the flyer sent home in green folders.
Questions? Contact Clare Page at cpage@aspenridgeprepschool.org.
Text a friend, tell your neighbors, and make tonight a nuggets, waffle fries, and milkshake kind of night. Yummm!
Join us at Chick-fil-A Larkridge for our Dine to Donate event from 5:00 and 7:00pm! Please note the shorter window and plan to swing through during that time. If you dine inside, it’s a fun chance to see friends and staff from ARPS. Or make it an easy drive-through night and let someone else handle dinner.
Either way, 5% of ALL sales from 5 to 7pm will be donated to ARPS! That’s what makes this so exciting! Instead of earning a percentage from just the families who mention us, we’ll receive a donation based on all sales during that time. So the more people who show up, the bigger the impact!
We can't wait to see you at Chick-fil-A Larkridge tonight between 5 and 7!
Just a few more days to sign up for a Spring Club at Aspen Ridge! Take a look at this season’s offerings and SIGN YOUR OWL UP TODAY! We're looking forward to another fun and engaging Spring Clubs season for our students!
Sign up by end of day this Monday, 2/23, at tinyurl.com/springclubs2026!
Dear Aspen Ridge Parents and Caregivers,
We have spoken with the Town of Erie Police and have confirmed that there is a construction-related gas leak near our school on County Line Road. There is a noticeable smell of gas in the area. Out of an abundance of caution, we are keeping students indoors for recess at this time. Xcel Energy has checked our building and confirmed that it is not affected by the leak.
For families picking up students from morning preschool or dropping off for afternoon PreK, please note that County Line Road is closed between Austin and Bonnell. You will need to use an alternate route for both drop-off and pick-up.
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Charla Salmeron
Head of School
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School
The time has arrived… Spring Clubs are on the horizon! We are excited to offer a variety of clubs that reflect the passions and talents of our staff. Take a look at this season’s offerings and sign your owl up today!
Important Dates & Details:
Sign-Up Deadline: End of day, Monday, February 23rd
Notifications/Invites Sent: By end of day, Friday, February 27th
Clubs Begin: Week of March 2nd
Payment Due: By the beginning of the 2nd meeting date (This will vary by club)
Please do not submit payment until you have received an email notification confirming that your child has been placed in the club.
If you have any specific questions about clubs, please feel free to contact Mr. Zuppas at ezuppas@arprep.org or Ms. Saunders at ssaunders@aspenridgeprepschool.org.
Sign up Today! We are looking forward to another fun and engaging Spring Clubs season for our students!
There's still time to sign up for a Parent-Teacher Conference! Teachers are excited to share your student’s progress with you during the upcoming Spring Conferences on Thursday, February 12th. Conferences are a great time to build community while focusing on student success. Click here to sign up today!
Please indicate in the comment section if you prefer a virtual appointment. Leaving no comment will default to in-person. If you select virtual, teachers will email you a Zoom/Google Meets link by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, February 11th.
K-5 families can sign up here. Participation is strongly encouraged for all parents of K-5 students.
Preschool families should have received separate communication from their teachers.
Middle school families are welcome to schedule conferences with individual teachers as desired. Teachers will reach out directly to middle school families that would benefit from a conference.
Community is the foundation for success. Thank you for choosing to be a part of ours!
Last week, we marked our 100th day of learning and growing at Aspen Ridge! Quite a few very wise, very adorable 100-year-old Owls helped us celebrate, and we couldn’t resist sharing the cuteness. Happy 100 Days, ARPS!
💚 One of our favorite weeks of the year at ARPS is here! 💚
Kindness Week is our chance to come together as a community and show just how powerful kindness can be. Families are invited to join us by completing as many random acts of kindness as you can this week, and we hope you’ll carry that spirit with you all year long!
🌟This Thursday, 1/29, also marks the 100th day of school, and we’re celebrating by giving back. Students are invited to bring in 100 pennies (or one dollar, or any amount you would like to donate in any form) to support LightShine Canine Rescue. This organization was chosen by Ms. Culver in memory of her son, Max. LightShine was Max’s favorite organization, and he cared deeply about helping puppies find safe, happy homes.
🌟We will also honor Max on Friday with a special Disney-themed dress-down day. Max loved all things Disney and was known in our community for his kindness and care for others.
Let’s come together this week to be kind, lift one another up, and support one another in meaningful ways.
We’re so grateful to the OtterCares Foundation for awarding us an Innovation Station Grant! We received the grant just last month and are already putting it to great use in our MakerSpace this semester as we build up our textile arts program. Our students are learning to create, experiment, and problem-solve using a wide range of materials. From stitching to designing, textile arts give students new ways to express ideas and bring their creativity to life. Thank you, OtterCares Foundation, for investing in innovation and hands-on learning! 💚
