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The Next Chapter

There is an ever-aging yet very active population of individuals in Douglas County entering the next chapter of their lives.  Whether transitioning to empty nesters, retiring from the corporate world, caring for elderly family members, or just turning the page to see what is to come in their life’s journey, readers are wanting more information about events, activities and programs geared toward the 50+ age crowd.

The Connection is committed to its readership and will incorporate more of these type stories in its editorial content in “The Next Chapter” section of the paper.  We would love to hear your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.  Email us at editor@castlepinesconnection.com.

May Crossword

By CPC | May 1, 2024

This crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance – Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331     Across 1. Killer whale 5. Popular cooking spray 8. Native New Zealander 13. Like a…

Two brothers, two cities, two national championships

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  On March 24, two brothers from The Canyons neighborhood won hockey national championships on the same day in different cities. Goalie Cooper Robinson (18) was part of the Valor…

Valor hockey team wins national championship

By CPC | May 1, 2024

Valor Christian High School celebrated another big win this year: a hockey national championship on March 24. After a tough loss to Regis Jesuit High School in the 5A state…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

By CPC | May 1, 2024

The stigma around talking about mental health is lifting. And that is a positive since according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five people will experience…

Grateful students honor teachers

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently held its annual teacher appreciation night. High school seniors and early graduating juniors from Castle Rock, Larkspur, Castle Pines, Lone…

BRE solar eclipse watch party

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) capitalized on the recent solar eclipse. On April 8, a school-wide community event was scheduled during the peak viewing hour. Principal Jen Murdock-Jacoway ensured the…

Helping the helpers

By CPC | May 1, 2024

At Rock Canyon High School (RCHS), community service is not just a school activity; 20 hours are required to graduate. Volunteering not only fosters a sense of civic duty among…

Award-winning drama teacher says bye bye

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  After 21 years of bringing theater to life for Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) students, drama teacher Cindy Baker is retiring this month. In April, the final curtain fell…

Congratulations to the 80108 high school graduates!

By CPC | May 1, 2024

Congratulations to all of our 80108 graduates!   Castle View High School Tyler Adair Spencer Adams Arlette Arellano Hernandez Ashlynn Bannister Landon Baylor Nolan Bergen Caleb Campbell Charles Colombi Bronwyn…

A small classroom making a big difference

By CPC | May 1, 2024

  In March, DCS Montessori students in Diana Visser’s class worked together to support a humanitarian organization. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a nonprofit that works in more than…