• Welcome to High School at York International!

    Classes Start Wednesday, August 11 at 8:10am!

    Important High School Information!

    • 9th Grade Orientation In-Person Outdoor Event - Monday, August 9 from 4:00-5:30pm at York! (All 9th Grade Students & Families Invited)
    • High School Orientation Document - LINK
    • Schedules! - All High School Schedules can now be viewed digitally by logging into your Infinite Campus Account
      • 9th Graders will receive a paper copy of their schedule at orientation event on Monday, August 9
      • 10th, 11th & 12th Graders will receive a paper copy of their schedule on the first day of school - Wednesday, August 11 (School Starts at 8:10am)
      • Students will transition between six different classes each day.
    • Meals - Breakfast will be served from 7:55-8:10am for all students  /  Lunch will be served in the cafeteria for all students.

     

    Make sure to scroll down below all teachers listed for helpful general information for all High School Students!

     

    PEARSON     

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    Meet Mr. Pearson! - STEM Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

     

    HARTMAN          

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    Meet Dr. Hartman! - Science Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

     

    BICE      

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    Meet Mr. Bice! - English Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

     

    HIRSCH     

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    Meet Mrs. Hirsch! - Spanish Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

       

    michelle      

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    Meet Mrs. Warsinske! - Social Studies Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

       

    JUSTIN    

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    Meet Mr. Cochran! - Math Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    LUDWIG         

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    Meet Mrs. Ludwig! - Math Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

     

    HIRSCH          

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    Meet Mr. Hirsch! - English Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

    GRUBE      

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    Meet Mrs. Grube! - Design / Art Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

     

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    Meet Ms. Patton! - Humanities Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

     

    KONING          

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    Meet Mr. Koning! - Social Studies Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

     

    JEFF       

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    Meet Mr. Jeff Wilson! - PE / Health Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    OMAR      

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    Meet Mr. Avila! - Science Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

    • Class Information PPT - LINK

     

    COLUMBIA       

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    Meet Mrs. Columbia! - Art Teacher

    • Welcome Letter - LINK

     

    General Supportive Information for all High School Students:

    Academics:

    Each and every year in high school (9-12) is very important! –students’ GPA and number of credits earned impact their path towards graduation.

    • Students need 21 credits to graduate (each semester of class = 0.5 credit)
    • A detailed description of the York International Baccalaureate Grading Scale can be found on the York website. – mapleton.com/yorkinternational - “Students & Families” – “Middle/High (Grade 6-12) Grading Practices”
    • Students must earn a “C” or higher to pass a class and earn credit.
    • You can check your student’s grades through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and receive log in information from the York Main Office of Mapleton IT Help Desk.
    • Check grades often and reach out to communicate with teachers via their office line or email as needed. A full York Staff Directory can be found on the York website - – mapleton.com/yorkinternational - “About Us” – “General Information” – “Staff Directory”
    • Make sure to check the teacher’s CANVAS website often; teachers often post assignments and updates for students.
    • In all grades 9-12 students must show evidence of learning to pass their classes and ultimately earn credit towards graduation.
    • In our International Baccalaureate Program students have the ability to show evidence of learning through a wide variety of assessments - written tests, oral presentations, seminars, and even completion of projects.
    • Schedules are developed at York to ensure that if students are passing classes and earning credit, they stay on track for their planned graduation year.
    • Even though we have many plans available to support off-track students, if a student fails to earn credit within any year of high school it can negatively impact their plans for graduation.
    • The minimum credits earned required by Mapleton Public Schools for a student to move on to the next grade level is outlined below:
      • Move from 9th to 10th Grade -  3 credits minimum.
      • Move from 10th to 11th Grade -  5 total credits minimum, 4.5 must be in core classes (Science, Math, English, Social Studies)
      • Move from 11th to 12th Grade -  0 total credits minimum, 8.5 must be in core classes (Science, Math, English, Social Studies)
      • Graduation -  22 total credits spread out within specific locations on a transcript.
      • York's PSOC works will work with all 11th and 12th grade students on their individualized graduation plans.

     

    Contacting Office, Teachers, Administrators: When, How, and Why:

    We are here to help! Don’t be afraid to speak up and let us know what you need! Our offices are open to help you school weekdays 7:30am-4:00pm –if you have a question, call the main office line at 303-853-1600. The main office can help direct you to the correct person if you’re not sure who to talk to.

    Class Concern?

    • Contact the specific teacher via their work email or work office line.
    • A full York Staff Directory can be found on the York website - – mapleton.com/yorkinternational - “About Us” – “General Information” – “Staff Directory”

    Schedule or General Student Concern?

    • Contact either of the following York Administrators:
      • York Secondary Assistant Director – Mr. Ben Schneider (303) 853-1607
      • York School Director – Mr. Eriksen Van Etten (303) 853-1601

    Responses

    • Keep in mind that we do our best to respond to emails and voicemails as quickly as possible, but anticipate 24 hours during Monday-Friday for a response.

     

    Getting Info & Updates

    Check the website at www.mapleton.us/yorkinternational for info and updates.

    • The main page updates slides and school news often.
    • Check “From the Desk of The Director” page for newsletters from Mr. Van Etten
    • Make sure all your contact information is correct in Infinite Campus as many times emails and links are pushed out to all parents through this avenue.

     

    Resources at School:

    There are many resources available to York Students both academically and social-emotionally. We work hard to cultivate a school community where the goals and dreams of students are supported!

    Technology:

    • All high school students at York International will be issued a Mapleton Chromebook Online Device to be used for academics.
      • It is the responsibility of each student and family to ensure that this online device along with the charger is well taken care of.
      • Students must safely transport their online device to and from school each day.  

     Social-Emotional Support

    • York International has a full-time Community Reach Therapist
      • Please call the main office at (303) 853-1600 to be transferred.
    • York International has a full-time School Psychologist

     

    Athletics, Activities, & Clubs: 

    Encourage your student to consider joining a club, activity, or Mapleton Sport. Getting involved is one of the best ways to ensure your student feels part of the York and Mapleton community, makes friends, and does well in school. 

    Ways to Get Involved at York: 

    • 21st CCLC Grant Programming Clubs 
    • York Clubs 
    • Student Council 
    • Mr. Van Etten’s Student Ambassadors Club 

    Ways to Get Involved in Mapleton: 

    • Mapleton District Clubs 
    • Mapleton Class Sponsors 
    • Mapleton Athletics – www.mapleton.us – “Departments” – “Athletics & Activities” 
    • Mapleton ROTC 
    • Mapleton Performing Arts 

     

    Suggestions for Supporting your Student:

    Adult support at home is very important to ensuring student success at York International.

    • Attendance is the foundation of academic success – let your student know you expect them to be on time and in class daily, and check up to make sure this is happening by visiting the Infinite Campus Parent Portal online.
    • Ask your student about what’s happening at school in specific classes.
    • Set up a common time/ place for your student to do homework every day. Check to make sure it’s getting done, and help them track when assignments are due to make sure they’re on time.
    • Get to know your student’s teachers and the York Staff – email is a great way to start reaching out. Come to our Meet the Teachers Event on Thursday, August 19 at 4:00pm and to Fall/Spring Conferences! You are always welcome to request meetings at another time.
    • Keep lines of communication with the school open.
    • Check the York Website often to read newsletters and receive updates – there’s a lot of information here designed to help support you and your student – mapleton.us/yourkinternational.