Monthly Archives: February 2014

Guest Commentary: That lonely shade of gray

Posted on February 27, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Allison Means, special to The Owl If there is one thing out there that really strikes me, strikes me not only through the heart but through the knees, disabling me to the point that I have no other option … Continue reading →

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Opinion: Body Awareness Week encourages students to nurture positive views of themselves

Posted on February 27, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Chandler Baker & Keile Kropf, editors Coming from such a healthy living environment, many students growing up in Boulder are brought up to carefully consider their health and body awareness. With salad bars and gluten-free options at almost every … Continue reading →

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Graduating members of poms team honored on Senior Night

Posted on February 27, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Kelley McQuillen, staff writer The Boulder High poms team celebrated the end of its season with Senior Night on Feb. 20 when four seniors, Nora O’Neil, Maria Rocken, Lindsey Cooney and Frannie Yee, were honored. O’Neil, Rocken and Yee … Continue reading →

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Girls soccer team gets pumped up as upcoming season approaches

Posted on February 25, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Eris Hollingshead & Jacque Szarmach, staff writers The girls soccer season is just around the corner, and this year the team will be led by 11 seniors. The team is hoping to surpass last year’s success despite losing six … Continue reading →

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Boulder High boys basketball team prepares to face No. 8-seeded Aurora Central in playoffs after losing final league game to Horizon

Posted on February 25, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Chandler Baker & Keile Kropf, editors The Boulder High boys basketball team is headed to the playoffs on Thursday against the No. 8-seeded Aurora Central. After coming off a devastating 56-39 loss to the Horizon Hawks last Thursday on Senior … Continue reading →

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Four-day weekend allows students to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a variety of fun, relaxing ways

Posted on February 25, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Jacque Szarmach, staff writer Students at Boulder High were lucky enough to not only have Valentine’s Day off of school on Feb. 14, but also a much-needed four-day weekend to spend with their special someone, friends or family. Many … Continue reading →

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Richey, Valette lead Boulder High girls swim team to 11th-place finish at state swim meet

Posted on February 22, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Jayden Simelda-Longe, editor This year’s girls 5A state swim meet in Thornton was a nail-bitter, but not exactly for the Boulder High team, which finished in 11th place. Fairview, Boulder High’s cross-town rival, was down a half point from … Continue reading →

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Degitis adds youthful enthusiasm to math department

Posted on February 22, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Eris Hollingshead & Jacque Szarmach, staff writers Boulder High recently welcomed Mike Degitis, a new staff member, into the math department. Degitis is from Aurora, Colorado, and graduated from C.U. Boulder. His interest in teaching at Boulder High came … Continue reading →

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Boulder skiers satisfied after solid performances at state championships at Eldora

Posted on February 21, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Jayden Simelda-Longe, editor At the Eldora ski state championships, the Nederland regional ski team barrelled through to third for the girls overall and seventh for the boys. With a home-hill advantage, it wasn’t hard for team members like Boulder … Continue reading →

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Boulder’s Colie’s Closet solicits donations from Boulder High students to prevent suicide, promote awareness about depression

Posted on February 20, 2014 by boulderowlnews

By Jayden Simelda-Longe, editor With prom coming up in April, some Boulder High students are already starting the process of shopping for dresses. This year will present an opportunity to donate money towards a good cause in the process. Colie’s … Continue reading →

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