GRIZZ-O-GRAM
October 30th, 2020
Ashland High School
Please call ahead to schedule an appointment. Knock on the door if you plan to come to the Main Office. To maintain social distancing, we ask that you stay outside.
Attendance Office: 541-482-8782
Deb Falk, Attendance Secretary
Instagram: @ashlandhighschool
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Website: http://ashland.k12.or.us
Location: 201 South Mountain Avenue, Ashland, OR 97520, USA
Phone: 541 482 8771
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHS.Ashland.OR/
This week's Grizz...
- Principal's Update
- Haunted Driveby Mail Tribune
- The Rogue News Online
- Student Tutor Center
- Textbooks / Material Pick Up- Every Wednesdays
- No School / Wednesday, November 11
- Thanksgiving Break- No School / November 25, 26 & 27
- Sports, Clubs & Activities
- Counseling Office
- College & Career Pathways
- SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
- Class of 2021 Info
- FAQ
Principal's Update
Dear Grizz Families,
Hello again! Our teachers really enjoyed meeting with many of you during Conferences yesterday. We know we were not able to meet with everyone that wanted a Conference, due to there being only one Conference day in October this year, but want to encourage you to reach out to teachers via email if you have questions or something to share. Teachers shared really positive comments about the participation and collaboration they received from our parents and guardians, so thank you!
We will be having a Bond Site Committee meeting, tentatively scheduled for Nov. 17 at 3:45 – 5. It will be a virtual meeting. We are opening an invite interested families and students. Our architects will be sharing preliminary plans for the upcoming project. If you’re interested, please reach out to me, Benjamin.Bell@ashland.k12.or.us.
I hope that you are well and thank you for reading!
Sincerely,
Benjamin Bell
ASD Calendar
*Updates have been made to the 2020-2021 School Calendar to accommodate for emergency closure.
Red and White Day Calendar
*Updates have been made to the 2020-2021 School Calendar to accommodate for emergency closure.
Bell Schedule Fall 2020
Haunted Driveby Mail Tribune!
The Rogue News
The Rogue News staff has just relaunched the official Rogue News website with a fresh new look! Our first few stories are posted and more will be rolling in over the coming weeks. We’re excited to also add some multi-media including podcasts and videos this year. Check it out and spread the word! These student journalists are really amazing!
Student Tutor Center
This year we are offering FREE tutoring online every Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Your student can access the Student Tutor Center through the AHS News & Resources page on Canvas and join the Zoom session there. For the Zoom link, click HERE.
Help is available in all subjects, including Canvas navigation! If you have questions, please contact Tammy Anderson at tammy.anderson@ashland.k12.or.us. Once you join the STC you will be assigned a Breakout Room with at least one Student Tutor. Students may also request to be in a Breakout room with a group of study buddies in addition to the Student Tutor.
When can I pick up class materials? WEDNESDAYS!
We've got:
- Textbooks / Library Books
- Class Notes & Material
- 2019-2020 Yerabooks (that have been purchased)
- PE locker contents from Spring
- Whiteboards / Planners
If you missed Wednesday pick-up, please call the Main Office to make arrangements.
If you would like to request a textbook, please email Aimee.Cork@ashland.k12.or.us.
NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Thanksgiving Break- NO SCHOOL NOVEMBER 25, 26 & 27
Clubs & Activities
Drama Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: 456358
Key Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
Truth to Power: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
Writers & Poets Club: Click HERE for the Zoom Meeting.
Robotics Club Survey
Sports
Click HERE to register.
Check the coach list below to contact the person with information about your sport for details.
Snowboard Team
Calling all riders! Sign up HERE for Snowboard Team! Forms and dues due by December 1 – info on sign up form. But don’t delay signing up now so you can get going welling wreaths to help pay for your dues. Questions? Email us @ ashlandhighsnowboardteam@gmail.com
OREGON Youth and Government A National YMCA Program
A fun and exciting way to learn about government!
The Oregon YMCA Youth & Government Program enhances development of the American democratic process for young people through participatory training in the theory and practice of the Oregon state government.
Teens in the program learn about the legislative process, how to write and research bills, and how to participate in elections. Their work culminates in teens serving as delegates at a state conference, debating bills on the floor of the legislature. Some teens have actually made bills into laws! While this year's program will be held virtually, the experience will mirror that of the actual state legislative process.
The Youth and Government program seeks to build, encourage and strengthen life assets and character traits that will help teens become involved and responsible adults. All activities are designed with the following goals in mind:
· To provide training and experience in understanding the legislative process
· To develop critical thinking and analytical abilities
· To provide active participation in the legislative process
· To develop interpersonal communication skills
· To provide awareness of social issues and their possible solutions
· To provide opportunities to hear and respect varying viewpoints
· To encourage active participation in political and public affairs
Thanks to a generous grant from the Oregon Health Authority, funds are available to cover most of the costs of participation as well as chromebooks and hotspots for teens in the program. More details can be found online at https://www.oregonymcas.org/youth-government or by emailing the State Director at executive@oregonymcas.org.
Marisa Fink, Ed.D.
Executive Director
Oregon Alliance of YMCAs
P: 541-530-3472
Facebook: Oregon Alliance of YMCAs
OR YMCA Youth and Government: https://oregonyouthandgovernment.wildapricot.org/
The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Oregon YMCA Youth & Government
75th Anniversary Legislative Session
"Democracy must be learned by each generation."
Non Competative Swim Team through YMCA
Counseling Office
High school counselors are educators uniquely trained in child and adolescent development, learning strategies, self-management and social skills who understand and promote success for today’s diverse students. They implement a school counseling program to support students through this important developmental period.
If you need to get in contact with your counselor regarding scheduling, academics, etc., call the counseling office at 541-482-2278 or email your counselors.
Diane Berry
Bryanna Trevino
Maurice Monteiro
Jen Marsden
Karyn Barats
College and Career Pathways
Resources for Seniors and their Parents/Guardians
AHS College Handbook
General FAFSA Info
On September 23rd AHS counseling staff held a Financial Aid 101 information session, which covered all the basics of the financial aid process, including how to complete the FAFSA. You can find a recording of this session HERE. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is an online application which qualifies students to receive the Federal Pell Grant, the Oregon Opportunity Grant, the Oregon Promise, and government loans. Even if you think your family will not qualify for federal financial aid, it is important that seniors complete the FAFSA. Some schools will not give students merit aid unless they have a FAFSA on record. The info session also briefly covers the CSS Profile, a separate online application many private schools use to determine institutional financial aid.
ACT and SAT Updates
Due to Covid restrictions, Ashland High School will NOT be administering the ACT or SAT until March 2021. Check 2020 ACT Updates and 2020 SAT Updates for the most current information about ACT /SAT testing. The majority of colleges that usually require ACT/SAT scores as part of the admissions process, have waived that requirement for the Class of 2021 as they know many seniors have been unable to test. Please check individual colleges to see their updated policies.
Students who still want to attempt to test this year can register for the ACT and SAT online, and those who qualify for free/reduced lunch are eligible for fee waivers for both tests.
Please contact karyn.barats@ashland.k12.or.us to obtain a fee waiver.
Missed a Parent Night or other school webinars?
AHS now has an official Youtube Channel where we will be uploading Parent Night meetings, webinars, and other announcement videos. Check it out!
Class of 2022 Community Service Requirement
For the Class of 2022, the community service hours requirement will be in effect, but the total number of hours needed to earn credit towards graduation is 25. Please see your counselor if you have any questions.
Scholarship Opportunities
The Elks National Foundation (ENF) 2021 Scholarship - Seniors
Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest:
The 2021 MVS application is now open. Applications can be found online at enf.elks.org/MVS. The application deadline is November 15th.
The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2021.The local Harrison Fund Scholarship winner is a separate scholarship but requires students to complete the same application. Those students may differ from the MVS students as our local committee puts a stronger emphasis on need and candidate interviews.
MVS scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university next school year. Some important applicant details include:
« Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
« Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.
« Male and female students compete separately.
Ashland High School students must select the Ashland Elks Lodge #944 as their sponsoring Lodge. Complete details can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS.
Legacy Awards – The Legacy Awards program begins on September 1st. Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. The ENF offers a total of 350 national awards. The application deadline is February 5, 2021 at 11:59 a.m., Central Time. Please visit enf.elks.org/Leg
The Collidge Scholarship - Juniors
As a quick refresher, the Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2022 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply).
Coolidge Scholars are selected based primarily on academic excellence. Secondary criteria include: an interest in public policy, an appreciation for the values President Coolidge championed, as well as humility and service. Today’s competitive academic culture regrettably sometimes drives students to hype their accomplishments and pursue ambitious efforts merely to attain credentials. The Coolidge Scholarship pushes back on this trend. Successful candidates are indeed accomplished, but exhibit humility with respect to their achievements and pursue things of genuine interest to them regardless of the perceived prestige associated with the activity. A complete description of the scholarship’s criteria is available here.
The competition for the Coolidge Scholarship is indeed significant -- but even students who do not win have reported to us they are glad they went through the application process because it helps prepare them for college applications later on. Furthermore, the Coolidge Foundation invites 100 of the top applicants to participate in its Coolidge Senators Program, which includes an all-expenses-paid Summit Weekend in Washington, D.C and a one-time $1,000 scholarship. Applicants who make it to the finalist level, but do not ultimately win the full scholarship, also receive a modest one-time finalist scholarship.
Alert: the application requires that applicants read President Coolidge’s Autobiography and complete a few other reading assignments. While the book is not overly long, we encourage applicants to begin the application early so that they have plenty of time. Candidates who begin the application at the last minute are unlikely to be successful. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM EST, Wednesday, January 20, 2021.
We hope you will share this opportunity with outstanding high school juniors at your school. The scholarship application, along with additional information, can be accessed on our scholarship site: www.coolidgescholars.org. Please note If you have any questions regarding the scholarship, the Coolidge Scholars Program can be reached by email at coolidgescholars@coolidgefoundation.org or by phone at (202) 827-4291.
Class of 2021 Information!
Class of 2021 Reminders
Hello seniors! Just a reminder that for this year due to the unique nature of this school year the following graduation requirements have been waived for you:
-Senior Project
-Community Service Hours (if you already have 75 or more hours, you may still be eligible for your credit)
-Essential Skills (the state of Oregon has waived this requirement for this year only)
If you have any questions, please reach out to your counselor.
Class of 2021 Senior Grad Attire Ordering Info
Ashland High School Class of 2021
*****Time to order your Cap & Gown and Senior Apparel! *****
CLICK HERE for a link directly to your Senior Meeting!
CLICK HERE to place your order!
Why order now?
- LOWEST PRICES – Receive bulk discounts by ordering with the rest of the Class of 2021. Only $60.00 down payment required to place your order.
- EARLY DELIVERY – All of the items that you want now will be delivered right away (see image below).
Graduation Product Timeline for Ashland High School
- October 22nd – Early Delivery Items available for pick up at Ashland High School. If you or your student ordered any items, they are ready for pick up in the Main Office.
- March 1st – Final payment due.
- Spring – Delivery of Graduation Announcements and Cap & Gown.
Do not hesitate to reach out to us at Royal-T / Herff Jones anytime for assistance at 360-254-7870 or through email at info@royaltpapers.com. CLICK HERE to place your order today!!!
Mental Health Counseling Services
These are challenging times that can be even harder on teens. If your teen is experiencing the feelings and/or issues listed below, we’re here to support them - regardless of insurance or ability to pay. Schedule a meet-and-greet or an appointment with AHS Health Center therapist Kimberly Wasserman by calling 541-842-7677.
Somethings to look/listen for are:
• Anxiety, panic or excessive worry
• Grief, loss, disappointment and anger
• Traumatic events including discrimination
• Family conflict
• Depression, apathy or suicidal thoughts
• Isolation, withdrawal, boredom and loneliness
• Substance use or changes in behavior
Please note: If you are having a mental health emergency and are in imminent risk of harm, you should call Jackson County Mental Health at 541-774-8201 or 911 since our services may not be immediately available.
FAQ
Where can I drop off physical assignment?
Need Technology Support?
Ashland School District Tech Department is here to help if you have questions about a device, PowerSchool, etc.
Click HERE to access Distance Learning Student Portal
For other technical questions, contact our Tech Deparment at:
Email: techhelp@ashland.k12.or.us
Tech Support Helpline: 541-201-2600
Click here to fill out the ASD Tech Support Request Form
Where can I access free internet around town?
- Ashland Public Library - Open 12-4 Mon-Thur
- Talent Library - Open 12-4 everyday but Fri
- Phoenix Library - Open Tues 11-5, Wed 1-7, Thur 11-5
- Medford Library - Open 12-4 everyday but Thur
- Grace Point Church in Ashland - Contact Church for details
- Rogue Valley Roasting Co
- Starbucks
- Bloomsbury Books
- Boulevard Coffee
- Mix Bakeshop
- Nobel Coffee Roasters
- HeartSong Nutrition
School Websites
Parent and Student PowerSchool Portal
Check schedules, grades and pay fees via the PowerSchool website and app:
Ashland High School Website
Social Media
Youtube
This channel will contain Announcements, Parent Night Webinars, Counseling Office udpates, etc.