Ashland High School

Announcements - 4.8.25 It's time to dance at Space Morp! The Galacta-Funk Extravaganza. What is it? It's a space themed dance (definitely not a rave). When is it? Tomorow, April 9th, 6-9pm. Where is it? Upper commons. How much? $5 at the door. And why? Fundraiser for the art club. Who? You and our special guest, David Bowie. It's time for Clash on the Quad! This year's bands are ready to rock your face off. The best band will be crowned victor and receive the Grizzly Skull of Victory. Come watch! Wednesday, April 16th, after school. Sign up using the QR code on the poster. Talk to Mr. Malcomb or Mr. Harris about details. All musical acts welcome Attention Juniors and Seniors! The Careers in Gear event is happening on April 24th at the Jackson County Expo! This is a great opportunity to meet local industry professionals, explore different career paths, and even apply for jobs. Permission slips are available from your Adulting 101 teacher, the Front Office, or the College and Career Center, and they must be turned in by April 15!! Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future—pick up your permission slip today! Calling all performers! Climate Action Club needs you to perform during Ashland High School's Earth Day Celebration on April 25th after school. Sign up using the QR codes around campus. Come learn more about the unique opportunities available at these upcoming college visits! Please contact Jen Marsden in the College & Career Center if you’d like more information or need to be requested during TCB. • Today, April 8th during TCB: Linfield University in the College & Career Center • Thursday April 10th during TCB: Corban University in the College & Career Center Seniors planning to attend Oregon State University - Cascades in Bend are encouraged to come meet with their admissions rep during TCB on Tuesday, April 15th in the College & Career Center to get more information about next steps. Seniors planning to go to the OSU-Corvallis campus are also welcome to attend!

Coding isn't just a skill, it's your new SUPERPOWER! Learn to Code. Build Your Future. No boring lectures. Just fun, hands-on coding. Python for Data Science. Beginner Friendly! Future-proof your future! Real skills and students will compete to earn a paid internship! (Limited Number) No experience? No worries! In just 10 weeks, you'll level up from beginner to intermediate in Python coding and Data Science. Limited scholarships available! Join us, and let's redefine what is possible in 2025! Open to 16 - 24 year olds. Scan the QR code to enroll now!

Would you like to support Ashland Schools Foundation by having a sign in your yard? Come on by AHS Main Office and pick up a yard sign! All we need from you is contact information so someone can pick them back up from you at the end of April. Signs can be picked up from the main office between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mon-Fri.

Announcements 4.7.25 Calling all performers! Climate Action Club needs you to perform during Ashland High School's Earth Day Celebration on April 25th after school. Sign up using the Qr codes around campus. Clash on the Quad is happening next Wednesday, April 16th, right after school! You can find the link to sign up on the flyers around campus or by using the link posted on social media! One acts, bands, and sing alongs welcome! Come check it out at the picnic benches. It's time to dance at Space Morp! The Galacta-Funk Extravaganza. What is it? It's a space themed dance (definitely not a rave). When is it? Wednesday, April 9th, 6-9pm. Where is it? Upper commons. How much? $5 at the door. And why? Fundraiser for the art club. Who? You and our special guest, David Bowie. Attention Juniors and Seniors! The Careers in Gear event is happening on April 24th at the Jackson County Expo! This is a great opportunity to meet local industry professionals, explore different career paths, and even apply for jobs. Permission slips are available from your Adulting 101 teacher, the Front Office, or the College and Career Center, and they must be turned in by April 15!! Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future—pick up your permission slip today! Get your yearbook today in the front office or by using the Josten's link in the Grizz o'Gram. You won't want to miss out on the memories from this year and to get that yearbook in your hand on delivery day! Tiered pricing plans available. Attention Senior Students: Please check your school email frequently, so you don’t miss important notifications. Thank you! Come learn more about the unique opportunities available at these upcoming college visits! Please contact Jen Marsden in the College & Career Center if you’d like more information or need to be requested during TCB. • Tuesday, April 8th during TCB: Linfield University in the College & Career Center • Thursday April 10th during TCB: Corban University in the College & Career Center

The Rogue Valley Lions Club scholarship targets graduating seniors who are pursuing higher education with special consideration to sight or hearing-impaired students. The scholarship will be paid in 2 equal installments, over 2 consecutive years, and will be paid directly to the school. If the student does not attend higher learning the 2nd year, the remining portion of the scholarship will be forfeited. See image above for list of criteria to qualify for this scholarship.

Announcements 4.4.25 It's time to dance at Space Morp! The Galacta-Funk Extravaganza. What is it? It's a space themed dance (definitely not a rave). When is it? Wednesday, April 9th, 6-9pm. Where is it? Upper commons. How much? $5 at the door. And why? Fundraiser for the art club. Who? You and our special guest, David Bowie. Want to gain some community service hours this weekend? The Grizzly Parent Association needs student volunteers before and after the Grizzly fundraiser at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, April 5th. There are two shifts available: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm to 12:00 am. Your contribution will be greatly appreciated! Please text Suzie Lutz at (541) 531-7179 for more information and to sign up. Are you ready to jumpstart your career in healthcare? Join the Healthcare Explorer Cohort! We are offering a unique opportunity to participate in a paid healthcare cohort where you can gain valuable experience and earn while you learn! Cohorts are scheduled for April 9th-11th and April 30th-May 2nd. Meals will be provided. Scan the QR code on social media to reserve your spot! Get your yearbook today in the front office or by using the Josten's link in the Grizz o'Gram. You won't want to miss out on the memories from this year and to get that yearbook in your hand on delivery day! Tiered pricing plans available. Come learn more about the unique opportunities available at these upcoming college visits! Please contact Jen Marsden in the College & Career Center if you’d like more information or need to be requested during TCB. • Tuesday, April 8th during TCB: Linfield University in the College & Career Center • Thursday April 10th during TCB: Corban University in the College & Career Center

Here's a Spring Update for our College & Career Center including Information Sessions and Upcoming College visits!

Ashland Parks Youth Conservation Corps is looking for Volunteers For 8th - 12th graders, you can earn 20 community service hours in just 5 days of trail & riparian restoration! Session 1: June 9th - 13th Session 2: June 23rd - 27th Space is limited, register early! Apply now at ashlandoregon.gov/youthcorps Contact Sulaiman Shelton, Volunteer Manager @ 541.499.8798 (text) or sulaiman.shelton@ashlandoregon.gov

Here's an update from our Robotics Team! Over spring break they competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition in Wilsonville, Oregon and ranked 3rd out of 34 teams and advanced to the playoffs! While this was the last competition of the season, the robotics club will continue to meet weekly through the end of the school year preparing for next year's season in the fall.

Coming up, AHS will be hosting Incoming 9th Grader Campus Tours! These will be held on May 7th and May 14th from 2:45 pm to 3:45 pm. Tours will be conducted by AHS Leadership. Meet in the quad after school for a tour of our campus. No need to sign up, just show up!

This wonderful program is a 3-period part of your Ashland High School experience. You will earn your English, Social Studies, and Science credits while being a part of a small community of learners. This program features project-based learning, reflective practices as well as a strong outdoor element of a variety of field trips and a class garden. If you have heard about the Thoreau program and are wanting more information about it, please come check out where the magic happens! Both teachers will be there in addition to student testimonials, applications and all of the details you need to see if this program would be a good fit for your student. When: May 7th, 2-4pm Where: Room 22 in Lincoln School Questions? Contact Jennifer Wahpepah (Jennifer.Wahpepah@ashland.k12.or.us)

Here is our Athletics Update for April 2nd - April 5th

Announcements - 4.3.25 Clash on the Quad is happening next Wednesday, April 16th, right after school! You can find the link to sign up on the flyers around campus or by using the link posted on social media! One acts, bands, and sing alongs welcome! Come check it out at the picnic benches. It's time to dance at Space Morp! The Galacta-Funk Extravaganza. What is it? It's a space themed dance (definitely not a rave). When is it? Wednesday, April 9th, 6-9pm. Where is it? Upper commons. How much? $5 at the door. And why? Fundraiser for the art club. Who? You and our special guest, David Bowie. Want to gain some community service hours this weekend? The Grizzly Parent Association needs student volunteers before and after the Grizzly fundraiser at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, April 5th. There are two shifts available: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm to 12:00 am. Your contribution will be greatly appreciated! Please text Suzie Lutz at (541) 531-7179 for more information and to sign up. Attention Juniors and Seniors! The Careers in Gear event is happening on April 24th at the Jackson County Expo! This is a great opportunity to meet local industry professionals, explore different career paths, and even apply for jobs. Permission slips are available from your Adulting 101 teacher, the Front Office, or the College and Career Center, and they must be turned in by April 15!! Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future—pick up your permission slip today! Are you passionate about education inequality issues facing Oregon Students? Do you want leadership experience in fundraising and grants? Join the Oregon Students Foundation of the Oregon Community Foundation Student Advisory board! Be a part of a student-run foundation working to create change! To apply, scan the QR code shown on social media. For more info, visit oregonstudentfoundation.org Come learn more about the unique opportunities available at these upcoming college visits! Tuesday, April 8th during TCB: Linfield University in the College & Career Center Thursday April 10th during TCB: Corban University in the College & Career Center

It's time to dance at Space Morp! The Galacta-Funk Extravaganza. What is it? It's a space themed dance (definitely not a rave). When is it? Wednesday, April 9th, 6-9pm. Where is it? Upper commons. How much? $5 at the door. And why? Fundraiser for the art club. Who? You and our special guest, David Bowie.

Clash on the Quad is happening next Wednesday, April 16th, right after school! You can find the link to sign up on the flyers around campus or by using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/rZvPncXJff One acts, bands, and sing alongs welcome! Come check it out at the picnic benches.

Class of 2025! do you want to make a speech or do a performance at graduation? Use the QR codes to sign up for auditions! You must be signed in to your school account to use the QR code. Sign ups close April 30th

Attention Juniors and Seniors! The Careers in Gear event is happening on April 24th at the Jackson County Expo! This is a great opportunity to meet local industry professionals, explore different career paths, and even apply for jobs. Permission slips are available from your Adulting 101 teacher, the Front Office, or the College and Career Center, and they must be turned in by April 15!! Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future—pick up your permission slip today!

The Ashland Library Teen Department presents it's April Events for 2025! All month long - Community String Art (Teen area, all day) Sunday 4/6 & 4/20 - Teen D&D (Guanajuato, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Wednesday 4/9 - Teen hangout: Video & Board Games (Gresham, 2:30 - 4:30 pm) Tuesday 4/15 - Cosplay Craftzone (Gresham, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm) Sunday 4/27 - Shakespeare's B-Day; All Ages (Gresham, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Wednesday 4/30 - Paint-a-Palooza (Gresham, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm) Snacks are provided at all events! Scan the QR code and Follow them on Instagram for weekly book recommendations and Teen event reminders! For more events and teen resources, visit jcls.org/teens

Announcements 4.1.25 Want to gain some community service hours this weekend? The Grizzly Parent Association needs student volunteers before and after the Grizzly fundraiser at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, April 5th. There are two shifts available: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm to 12:00 am. Your contribution will be greatly appreciated! Please text Suzie Lutz at (541) 531-7179 for more information and to sign up. Attention Juniors and Seniors! The Careers in Gear event is happening on April 24th at the Jackson County Expo! This is a great opportunity to meet local industry professionals, explore different career paths, and even apply for jobs. Permission slips are available from your Adulting 101 teacher, the Front Office, or the College and Career Center, and they must be turned in by April 15!! Don’t miss out on this chance to plan your future—pick up your permission slip today! Are You Looking for a Great Experience this Summer? The Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) camp is a fantastic opportunity for sophomores and juniors to learn leadership skills and spend a week at a beautiful remote camp in rural Oregon. Students apply, and if selected, are sponsored by the ASHLAND ROTARY CLUB and will be able to attend the week of camp completely FREE. Bus transportation to and from the camp, as well as all meals, are included. Applications are available at the AHS Counseling Office. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE FRIDAY APRIL 18. RYLA 2025 Dates: Monday, June 16- Saturday, June 21. Save the Date -- The 9th Annual Run with Grace 5k by the Grace & Kindness Foundation is happening Saturday, April 19th, at 6:00 pm at the Rogue Valley Country Club. All proceeds go to the Grace & Kindness non-profit which uses the proceeds to help local students go to camps, enrichment programs and activities. You can register at www.runwithgrace.org or contact the organization at (541) 601-8951 The library is closed today.

Dear Students, Parents, and Teachers: The 2025 Congressional Art Competition is about to begin! This nationwide event is a chance for our artistically talented high school students in Oregon to have their artwork displayed in the United States Capitol. A panel of experts, which includes gallery managers and art professors, will judge student work, and choose the winner and runners-up. The winner of the annual art competition will have their artwork displayed in the 2025 national student art exhibit. The Congressional Art Institute is planning a Congressional Reception this year for the winners from each district. The runners-up will be recognized locally and have their artwork hung in one of Congressman Cliff Bentz's district offices. To enter the contest, students must submit no more than two pieces of artwork and the Student Information & Release Form by Friday, April 18th, 2025. Please email photos of the artwork (JPEG format), along with the student release form, to Wyndess James at Wyndess.James@mail.house.gov. The following deadlines are: April 18th - Artwork and Release Form submission deadline. April 25th - Selection of Winning Artwork by a panel of judges. Summer 2025 - Congressional Reception held in Washington D.C. status remains unknown at this time. All information regarding the 2025 Congressional Art Competition can be found at www.bentz.house.gov/artcompetition. For more information, please contact Wyndess James at Wyndess.James@mail.house.gov or (541) 776-4646 with any questions. The student release forms and competition guidelines can be found on the website listed above and on our upcoming Grizz-o-Gram.