Ashland High School

AHS Main Office will be closed for winter break! Winter break is from Dec. 23rd-Jan 5th. We hope everyone has a fun and safe winter break!

Announcements - December 20th, 2024 It's winter spirit week! Today is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! The Math Honor Society is hosting an alumni reunion, today, December 20th during lunch. Come to H-22 to hear recent alumni talk about their experiences at college or during their Gap year as well as words of wisdom for the college/scholarship application process. Hot cocoa and cookies will be served! Again, that's this today in H-22 at lunch. Kindness Club will be meeting today at lunch in the IVC. The AHS Truth to Power Club is excited to announce our annual Unhoused Supply Drive, where we come together as a community to make a positive impact on the lives of those facing housing insecurity. Items Needed: Coats, sweaters, backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, beanies, gloves, scarfs/shawls, new socks, toothpaste, deodorant, pads/tampons. The drive will be happening Today, December 20th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday, December 21st, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The drop off location will be at Ashland High School by the gym entrance off of Morse Ave. For more information, contact: Steven Essig (Truth to Power Advisor) at steven.essig@ashland.k12.or.us Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Are you missing something? Have you checked our lost and found? Pictures have just been posted to social media of our collection of lost items. If you see something you recognize as yours, please come to the main office to pick it up. Attention Students: Check out the scholarship board, outside the Counseling office, and social media for scholarship opportunities! Check out the "Super Video Contest" for grades 9-12 - The flyer is posted on social media and the application and video are due January 8th. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Check out our Grizzlies winter break schedule for athletics!

Announcements - December 19th, 2024 It's winter spirit week! Today is Snow Gear day - come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! There will be an assembly happening tomorrow. Winter solstice is upon us! Please come and help NASU care for Otter Lifter during TCB Today, December 19th and earn some community service at the same time. The Math Honor Society is hosting an alumni reunion, tomorrow, December 20th during lunch. Come to H-22 to hear recent alumni talk about their experiences at college or during their Gap year as well as words of wisdom for the college/scholarship application process. Hot cocoa and cookies will be served! Again, that's this Friday in H-22 at lunch. Kindless Club will be meeting tomorrow at lunch in the IVC. The AHS Truth to Power Club is excited to announce our annual Unhoused Supply Drive, where we come together as a community to make a positive impact on the lives of those facing housing insecurity. Items Needed: Coats, sweaters, backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, beanies, gloves, scarfs/shawls, new socks, toothpaste, deodorant, pads/tampons. The drive will be happening Friday, December 20th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday, December 21st, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The drop off location will be at Ashland High School by the gym entrance off of Morse Ave. For more information, contact: Steven Essig (Truth to Power Advisor) at steven.essig@ashland.k12.or.us Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Are you missing something? Have you checked our lost and found? Pictures have just been posted to social media of our collection of lost items. If you see something you recognize as yours, please come to the main office to pick it up. Attention Students: Check out the scholarship board, outside the Counseling office, and social media for scholarship opportunities! Check out the "Super Video Contest" for grades 9-12 - The flyer is posted on social media and the application and video are due January 8th. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50. Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events.

Come to our upcoming college visits! Come learn about the unique opportunities available at these schools. Please get a note from your teacher before coming to the College & Career Center or contact Jen Marsden to be requested. All visits are in the CCC unless designated in a different location. Thursday, 1/9 during TCB: Universal Technical Institute info session in the AHS Library Thursday, 1/9 during TCB: AHS 2023 graduate, TeMaia Wiki, who is now a sophomore at Yale University, will be in the College & Career Center, to share information about Yale and answer student questions. See the College and Career Pathways section of the Grizz-o-Gram or see Jen Marsden in the College & Career Center for more info!

The AHS Truth to Power Club is excited to announce our annual Unhoused Supply Drive, where we come together as a community to make a positive impact on the lives of those facing housing insecurity. Items Needed: Coats, sweaters, backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, beanies, gloves, scarfs/shawls, new socks, toothpaste, deodorant, pads/tampons. The drive will be happening Friday, December 20th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday, December 21st, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The drop off location will be at Ashland High School by the gym entrance off of Morse Ave. For more information, contact: Steven Essig (Truth to Power Advisor) at steven.essig@ashland.k12.or.us

Announcements - December 17th, 2024 It's winter spirit week! Today is Groutfit day - Rock a gray on gray outfit! Wednesday is flannel day - Rep the best plaid you got! Thursday is Snow Gear day - come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! There will be an assembly happening on Friday. National Honor Society Members: Please don't miss our December NHS meeting! Members will determine the theme and details of the Winter Formal. Meet in the IVC at lunch on Wednesday, December 18, and let your voice be heard. We want your BRAINS! Brain Bowl is now meeting for trivia practice, every Wednesday in H-15! Come on down, and bring your BRAINS! Winter solstice is upon us! Please come and help NASU care for Otter Lifter during TCB this Thursday, December 19th and earn some community service at the same time. Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Are you missing something? Have you checked our lost and found? Pictures have just been posted to social media of our collection of lost items. If you see something you recognize as yours, please come to the main office to pick it up. Attention Students: Check out the scholarship board, outside the Counseling office, and social media for scholarship opportunities! Check out the "Super Video Contest" for grades 9-12 - The flyer is posted on social media and the application and video are due January 8th 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50. Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events!

Join this Super Positive video contest! Craft a 30 Second positive video covering one of these seven topics: Believe in Yourself, Never Give Up, Be Grateful, Work Hard, Stay Humble, Be Kind, Keep Smiling. Prizes: 1st Place - $3000 scholarship, 2nd Place - $2000 scholarship, 3rd Place - $1000 scholarship. Grades 9-12 can apply. The deadline is January 8th at 9:59 am. Enter at KOBI5.com

Here is our updated list for available scholarships. Deadlines for these scholarship applications are February 3rd, March 1st, and March 5th. Scholarship opportunities will be listed on social media or posted on the scholarship board outside of the counseling office.

Announcements - December 16th, 2024 It's winter spirit week! Today is PJ Day - We hope you're wearing your favorite holiday pajamas! Tuesday is Groutfit day - Rock a gray on gray outfit! Wednesday is flannel day - Rep the best plaid you got! Thursday is Snow Gear day - come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! There will be an assembly happening on Friday. Today is the last day Candy Canes are available to be purchased on the quad to have sent to a student or staff member this week! They will be hand delivered by a special guest. National Honor Society Members: Please don't miss our December NHS meeting! Members will determine the theme and details of the Winter Formal. Meet in the IVC at lunch on Wednesday, December 18, and let your voice be heard. Winter solstice is upon us! Please come and help NASU care for Otter Lifter during TCB this Thursday, December 19th and earn some community service at the same time. Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Are you missing something? Have you checked our lost and found? Pictures have just been posted to social media of our collection of lost items. If you see something you recognize as yours, please come to the main office to pick it up. Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Here is our Athletics Update for the next week! Go cheer on our Grizzlies!

Announcements - December 13th, 2024 Next week is our winter spirit week! Monday is PJ Day - wear your favorite holiday pajamas! Tuesday is Groutfit day - Rock a gray on gray outfit! Wednesday is flannel day - Rep the best plaid you got! Thursday is Snow Gear day - come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! There will be an assembly happening next Friday. Candy Canes sent to a student or staff member are available to purchase on the quad. They will be hand delivered by a special guest. National Honor Society Members: Please don't miss our December NHS meeting! Members will determine the theme and details of the Winter Formal. Meet in the IVC at lunch on Wednesday, December 18, and let your voice be heard. AHS is hosting both a Winter Clothing Drive and an Animal Shelter Supply Drive this week! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Bring in towels, toys, leashes, collars, beds, or any other items a pet could need! Donations will be accepted through the end of this week and into next week. Drop off locations for food and clothing will be taken at the Ashland Police Department or the main office. Pet items will also be accepted in the main office, counselors office, or library. Come to the in-person drop off today, December 13th from 4:00 - 5:00 for free hot chocolate. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place TONIGHT, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Are you missing something? Have you checked our lost and found? Pictures have just been posted to social media of our collection of lost items. If you see something you recognize as yours, please come to the main office to pick it up. It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Today, December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Find a community service opportunity in: Winter in Candyland! When: February 1-2, 12:00 - 4:00 pm Where: Padgham Pavilion at the Expo, 1 Peninger Road, Central Point Join us for a FREE community event where families can create "sweet" memories while strolling through a life-size Candyland village! Enter the Candyland Village through the Castle, then stroll through Lollipop Lane, Peppermint Forest, Gummy Bear Picnic, Gumdrop Mountain, Cupcake Corner, Ice Cream Island, Chocolate Mountain, Cotton Candy Corner, Licorice Lagoon, and visit with King Kandy! There will be face painting, games, fun activities, and photo ops! For more information, please contact: Joy Marshall, Fund Development Coordinator at Joy.Marshall@rvfnc.org For a list of volunteer opportunities, visit: volunteersignup.org/9QTPM

Announcements - December 12th, 2024 Next week is our winter spirit week! Monday is PJ Day - wear your favorite holiday pajamas! Tuesday is Groutfit day - Rock a gray on gray outfit! Wednesday is flannel day - Rep the best plaid you got! Thursday is Snow Gear day - come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday is Candy Cane day - Make peppermint your fit inspo! There will be an assembly happening next Friday. Candy Canes sent to a student or staff member are available to purchase on the quad. They will be hand delivered by a special guest. Do you love dances, decorations, planning, socializing, and want to help plan a middle school dance? Join ASU Thursday's at lunch in Lincoln 10 -We need your support! AHS’s CTE Club is hosting a presentation Today, December 12th during TCB and 4th/8th period in Mr.Miller’s wood shop. You MUST request a TCB pass from Mr.Miller or another teacher before 3rd period. Come and learn and get yourself motivated to apply for one or more of the Many CTE Scholarships available. National Society Members: Please don't miss our December NHS meeting! Members will determine the theme and details of the Winter Formal. Meet in thr IVC at lunch on Wednesday, December 18, and let your voice be heard.  AHS is hosting both a Winter Clothing Drive and an Animal Shelter Supply Drive this week! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Bring in towels, toys, leashes, collars, beds, or any other items a pet could need! Donations will be accepted through the end of this week and into next week. Drop off locations for food and clothing will be taken at the Ashland Police Department or the main office. Pet items will also be accepted in the main office, counselors office, or library. Come to the in-person drop off Friday, December 13th from 4:00 - 5:00 for free hot chocolate. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place TOMORROW, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Friday December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Still haven’t gotten your student ID card? If your student ID card was not handed out to you during class, you can check in at the main office and pick it up there. When do I need to turn in my senior photos and quotes? Senior photos and quotes are due January 31st. Please use the Jostens photo share link on the flyers around campus and on social media to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. There will be no late submissions accepted. Yearbook Reminder: Yearbooks are available for pre-order at $50 - but time’s almost up! Place your order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year. Order from the Jostens website to break it down to 3 easy payments. Looking for some grizzly merch? T-shirts and sweaters are displayed and available to purchase in the main office and pick up in the athletics office. Limited inventory available. Feel like you’re missing important information about school events? Ashland High School regularly uses Instagram, Facebook, our AHS website, and our weekly newsletter to advertise events and opportunities happening in our school! Please check them out for regular updates. What are the dates for Winter Break? There is no school from December 23rd through January 3rd. Have more questions? Call (541) 482-8771 or check the school website!

Winter Spirit week is happening next week, December 16th through December 20th, our LAST week of school before winter break! Dress up and show some school spirit! Monday: PJ Day - Wear your favorite holiday pajamas! Tuesday: Groutfit (Gray Outfit) - Rock gray on gray! Wednesday: Flannel Day - Rep the best plaid you got! Thursday: Snow Gear - Come to school ready to hit the slopes! Friday: Candy Cane - Make peppermint your fit inspo! (ASSEMBLY THAT DAY)

Yearbook is doing a spread on student's favorite albums! Scan this QR code to submit your vote today!

Buy or Gift a Candy Cane! Buy a candy cane for someone tomorrow (12/11) at lunch and have it delivered during class next week! Only one dollar!

Announcements - December 10th, 2024 Interested in being part of the AHS Site Council? Site Council is a group of teachers, parents, students, and administrators working together to improve the school. Site Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month and plays a key role in driving school improvement by developing and monitoring progress toward our goals. The next meeting will be today December 10th from 4-5 pm in the AHS Library. We want your BRAINS! Brain Bowl is now meeting for trivia practice, every Wednesday in H-15! Come on down, and bring your BRAINS! Candy Canes sent to a student or staff member will be available to purchase on Wednesday on the quad. They will be hand delivered by a special guest. Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club tomorrow on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! Scan the QR code on social media to participate in our student and faculty survey. Do you love dances, decorations, planning, socializing, and want to help plan a middle school dance? Join ASU Thursday's at lunch in Lincoln 10 -We need your support! AHS’s CTE Club is hosting a presentation Thursday, December 12th during TCB and 4th/8th period in Mr.Miller’s wood shop. You MUST request a TCB pass from Mr.Miller or another teacher before 3rd period. Come and learn and get yourself motivated to apply for one or more of the Many CTE Scholarships available.   AHS is hosting a Winter clothing and food drive! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Donations will be accepted this week, December 9th through 13th. Drop off locations will be at the AHS Main office and the Ashland Police Department. Come to the in-person drop off December 13th at the AHS bus ramp from 4-5 pm for free hot chocolate. AHS is also hosting an animal shelter supplies drive from December 9th through 13th. Bring towels, toys, and extra pet supplies to the office, counselors office or library to be donate to the Jackson county animal shelter for the holiday season. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place Friday, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Friday December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club next week on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! This club will meet every second Wednesday of every month. Scan this QR code to take the student and faculty survey!