![In room 4101, Natalie Patterson ‘26, Ariana Magor ‘25 and Celina Salazar ‘25 create a poster in science teacher Kerry Reilly’s Chemistry Honors April 18. The three completed a worksheet and drawing to explain the implosion of a tank for their unit on gas laws. “At the start of class, we watched a video of the tank imploding,” Patterson said. “I think [making a drawing] is something new. I like more artsy activities.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_5019-1200x900.jpeg)
![The girls varsity soccer team walk back to their bench during halftime April 1. The Jags played against the Castle View Sabercats at the Douglas County Stadium and scored 3-0 W. “It felt really good [to beat Castle View]. I feel like that was a big win for us because knowing that we came together to beat a pretty good team has definitely given us some leverage for this season,” attacking midfielder Grace Rossner ‘24 said.](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DSC_4906-1-1200x1057.jpg)
![English teacher Colleen Lamb grades College Prep English assignments during period two Nov. 10. Lamb, who has been teaching for 27 years, decorates her classroom with posters and handmade college flags from her senior students. Everything I enjoy about English happens primarily in the classroom, Lamb said. So, thankfully, the college [I worked at] had a teaching program, and I was able to do my post-grad work for free while I was working [there].”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_1158-1200x900.jpeg)
![At Prairie View High School, the winterguard team poses with their plaque after winning first place at their competition Feb. 24. This was the second time they won first place this year, this time with a score of 74.190 points. “I [love being] a witch, but my favorite [part of the show] is the trios, it’s so cool,” Heather Strickland ‘27 said.](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRARIE-VIEW-BY-MARGO-SANFORD-e1709531739910-1200x910.jpg)
A Winter Getaway
Colorado offers some of the best trips within driving distance.
November 1, 2018
As residents of Colorado, we are blessed with some of the best trip opportunities that are only a road trip away. With the Rocky Mountains, the state has a seemingly endless amount of fun things to do. Winter break is approaching quickly, meaning that now is the time to plan trips. Here are some of the best trips to take in Colorado over winter break.
- Vail Valley: The town and ski hills of Vail offer tons to do, especially in the Winter. You can hit the slopes during the day, and wander the town once they close. The town of Vail offers so much to do from eating, to shopping. During the winter, hotel prices can start at $300 a ni
ght if you want to lodge close to the resort (Google).The food at Vail ranges from barbeque, to good sushi. The day prices for ski lifts can range from $100 to $200. Overall, Vail is a great family destination. With more than just skiing, it is sure to please everyone.
Photo: Wikimedia
2. Silverthorne: Silverthorne is not a town with a ski resort, but it is a great place to stay for a couple of days. It is conveniently located, with three big ski resorts- Keystone, Breckenridge, and Vail, located within a 15-30 minute drive. But in the town, there are multiple things to do.
To make it a classic Winter vacation, ice skating is a must. Silverthorne has multiple ponds that are perfect for ice skating, such as the North Pond. There are also plenty of places to eat. One of them is the Mountain Lion Cafe, an old-fashioned diner with the best breakfast in town. There is lodging of all prices in Silverthorne, from a LaQuinta Inn, to rentable cabins. Overall, it is a town where you can skate, eat, and shop, while also being a short drive away from the best skiing in North America.
Photo: Flickr
- Evergreen Lake: If you are busy over the break and only have a day or two, then Evergreen Lake is a great place to go. It is the largest zamboni groomed skating lake in North America.
From Highlands Ranch, it is only a 50 minute drive, making it an easy day trip that is inexpensive and fun. In addition to great skating, the lake offers some of the best winter scenery in Colorado.
Photo: Flickr
![In room 4101, Natalie Patterson ‘26, Ariana Magor ‘25 and Celina Salazar ‘25 create a poster in science teacher Kerry Reilly’s Chemistry Honors April 18. The three completed a worksheet and drawing to explain the implosion of a tank for their unit on gas laws. “At the start of class, we watched a video of the tank imploding,” Patterson said. “I think [making a drawing] is something new. I like more artsy activities.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_5019-600x450.jpeg)
![English teacher Colleen Lamb grades College Prep English assignments during period two Nov. 10. Lamb, who has been teaching for 27 years, decorates her classroom with posters and handmade college flags from her senior students. Everything I enjoy about English happens primarily in the classroom, Lamb said. So, thankfully, the college [I worked at] had a teaching program, and I was able to do my post-grad work for free while I was working [there].”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_1158-600x450.jpeg)
