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January 18, 2019
Ashland High School
Email: Rebecca.Sullivan@ashland.k12.or.us
Website: http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/SectionIndex.asp?SectionID=41
Location: 201 South Mountain Avenue, Ashland, OR, USA
Phone: 541 482 8771
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHS.Ashland.OR/
NO SCHOOL- January 21 MLK & January 22 Teacher Inservice
2nd Semester Begins- Wednesday, January 23 WHITE DAY Schedule Periods- 5, 6, 7, 8
A Message from Principal Bare
We are excited to share that our attendance is improving! Please take a listen to Glenna Stiles and Christie Lawson as they discuss our progress. If you would like to support our work, please consider joining Site Council by e-mailing me at Erika.bare@ashland.k12.or.us. If you would like specific supports for your student in improving attendance, please e-mail Glenna Stiles at glenna.stiles@ashland.k12.or.us.
You may have noticed that your students average attendance rate is now on the quick look-up page in PowerSchool. Remember that research tells us students are most successful when their attendance is 90% or better. Thank you for supporting your students in their regular attendance, and supporting our mission to inspire learning for life.”
Erika
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Ashland Jazz Festival- January 25 & 26 at 7:30pm
The 2019 AHS Ashland Jazz Festival has an amazing lineup of artists – both student and professional!
Friday, January 25th and Saturday, January 26th - 7:30 PM in the Mountain Ave Theatre
All proceeds from this event go to help AHS Band and Orchestra students travel to Hawaii to perform at the Pacific Basin Music Festival!
Get tickets NOW, as we are anticipating large crowds.
For tickets, go here: www.grizzband.seatyourself.biz
For questions, please email jazz@grizzband.org
Do You Know Someone Who Wants To Join Band?
Winter Formal-- Friday, February 1 from 8-11pm
Tickets will be sold on the quad at lunch starting on Tuesday, January 22 for $10 each. This year's theme is "Welcome to the Jungle."
Everyone attending the dance must be a current student at AHS or a pre-approved guest. Dance Guest Applications are available in the Main Office.
Applications must be turned in by January 31 at 4pm.
Theater News
'Back Cover' A Powerful Short Play -- January 23 & 24 at 7:30pm in the Rose Studio
A senior Project by Kate Jaques Prentice, 'Back Cover' is a story of loss, courage, humanity, and the painful--but wonderful--experience of growing up. Tickets: Donation Only – pay what you can. This is a fundraiser for Regionals and State Acting Competitions.
AHS proudly presents Disney's The Little Mermaid March 1-10
Ashland High School will proudly present Disney’s The Little Mermaid, directed by Caroline Shaffer, for 4 matinees and 4 evening shows in early March.
Evening performances are Friday, March 1st and 8th, Saturday, March 2nd and 9th @ 7:30 pm.
Saturday Matinees are March 2nd and 9th @ 2 pm. Sunday Matinees are March 3rd and 10th @ 2 pm. All performances will be held in the Rose Theatre.
Recycled Plastic for Little Mermaid Costumes Needed
Career and Counseling Center News
FAFSA and Scholarship Help--Tuesday, January 22
Career Day- Wednesday, February 27
CAREER DAY IS COMING! AHS will be hosting Career Day 2019 on Wednesday, February 27th. We are seeking presenters and community volunteers for this spectacular engaging event. Please contact Amy Schumacher at amy.schumacher76@gmail.com for details.
Southern Oregon Latino Scholarship Fund
SOUTHERN OREGON LATINO SCHOLARSHIP FUND: The Southern Oregon Latino Scholarship Fund provides opportunities for Latino/Hispanic students living in the Southern Oregon region to complete their post-high school career/ degree goals. This scholarship’s primary aim is to build leadership in our region’s communities. Award Amounts: $1000 a year for a 4-year university, $500 a year for a community college. General Applicant Requirements: Must be a resident of Jackson, Josephine or Klamath counties and be of Latino heritage. Must be enrolled full time in the state of Oregon at an accredited community college, technical institute, or public/private university for the 2019-2020 academic year. Must have a minimum of 3.00 cumulative high school grade point average or a minimum combined verbal and math score of 1010 on the Scholastic Aptitude Test I (SAT I) or a minimum of 21 on the American College Test (ACT). For a fillable PDF Application Form, visit: https://solsf.org/downloads/SOLSF_Application_2019_Fillable.pdf. For a fillable Recommendation Form, visit: https://solsf.org/downloads/Recommendation_Form_2019_Fillable.pdf. To be eligible for this Southern Oregon Latino Scholarship Fund Scholarship, a complete application, and required documents must be postmarked by March 1, 2019.
Travel Opportunities
England: London and Stratford
All AHS Students are invited to Tour London and Stratford for 9 days in 2020! Come to a meeting on Tuesday, January 22nd at 6 p.m. in the Rose Studio. Can't make the meeting but want more information? Send an email to betsy.bishop@ashland.k12.or.us Travel can change your life!
Ireland, England and France
Ecuador
AHS students have a great opportunity to explore Quito, Ecuador, and the enchanted Galapagos Islands this 2019 summer. http://www2.educationaltravel.com/Contreras-9069
Health Center News
Sports Physicals
How to Talk to your Teen about Marijuana
Talking to your teen about Marijuana may feel a bit overwhelming. We know that those conversations make a difference! Preparing for these conversations can help make them more productive and empowering for both of you. I hope this resource is a help as you think about how to best support your student in making healthy choices.
Vaccinations Available
Just a reminder that flu and other vaccines are available for students with a parent's written permission slip. Visit the Health Center for more information or questions.
Looking Ahead
The Complete AHS 2018-19 Events Calendar is available here: AHS Event Calendar
Jan 20 – Middle School Drama Workshop MLK Day
Jan 21 - NO SCHOOL- MLK Holiday
Jan 22 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Inservice
Jan 23 - 2nd Semester Begins- White Day
Jan 23 – Martin Luther King Jr. Assembly
Jan 25 - 26 Ashland Jazz Festival
Feb 1 - Winter Formal Dance
Feb 1 - 2 Regional Acting Competition in Eugene
Feb 7 - Careers in Gear--9th Grade Field Trip to Central Medford High School
Feb 12 - Site Council Meeting
Feb 18 - NO SCHOOL- Presidents Day
Feb 23 - Jack Frost Festival
Feb 25- Oregon Public Universities Tour
Feb 26 - Spring Sports Practice Begins
Feb 27 - Career Day
Feb 28 - Conferences- NO CLASSES
Mar 1 - Conferences- NO CLASSES
Mar 1- Opening Night Spring Musical-- The Little Mermaid--
The AHS 2018-19 Events Calendar is available on SharePoint AHS Event Calendar
No School on Monday, February 18
Senior Class of 2019
Graduation May 31, 2019
FAFSA and Scholarship Help--Tuesday, January 22
If you would like help completing your FAFSA or working on scholarship applications, Jen Marsden will be available to assist you in the College and Career Center on Tuesday, January 22 from 8:30 am -3:30 pm during the AHS in-service day. You are welcome to drop in, but if possible contact Ms. Marsden before to set up a time that works for you. jennifer.marsden@ashland.k12.or.us
Senior Projects Presentations--May 1
Spring Presentations will be held on Wednesday, May 1st.
Senior Projects are an important opportunity for AHS Seniors to explore subjects and interests in ways that challenge them and encourage them to go above and beyond anything they have done before. Senior Projects also teach students the importance of giving back to their community and sharing their knowledge and experiences with a wider audience. These projects are shared in a formal presentation setting where students have a chance to discuss not only what they accomplished but also their journey over the last four years of high school.
Full handbook is available on the AHS website: http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=2205
Parent and Community Member Volunteers Needed
Senior Project Panelists needed for the Spring Presentations. Please support our hardworking seniors by volunteering to observe presentations on Wednesday, May 1st. Contact Amy Schumacher at amy.schumacher76@gmail.com for details.
Senior Cap & Gown Orders
Senior Class of 2019-- you may order your Graduation Caps and Gowns directly from the website highschool.herffjones.com Call 1-800-442-4696 with questions.
Senior All Night Fundraiser
The Senior All Night committee is selling $20 Louie's gift cards. Louie's generously donated $10 for each card sold! Text or email Lindsay Gates to purchase cards. 541-951-5911 or linsegates@gmail.com Also, Senior parents are needed to help sell Louie's cards. https://www.louiesofashland.com/
Go Grizzlies!!
Stay up to date on all the AHS Sports by clicking here: https://ashlandgrizzlies.org/
GRIZZLY WINTER SPORTS
Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Cheerleading, Swimming, Wrestling, Alpine Ski, Nordic Ski, Bowling, Snowboarding
GRIZZLY SPRING SPORTS (Practice begins Feb. 26)
Baseball, Boys & Girls Tennis, Softball, Track & Field, Boys & Girls Golf, Equestrian, Crew
Athletic Office 541-482-2377
PowerSchool
School Lunch
We are excited to have menus filled with locally sourced, made from scratch options. When viewing the menu, look for the rooster symbol!
Menus are available online
http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=918
Get Your Grizzwear!
Get Your Grizzwear!
GrizzWear Print Shop is a training site for high school students. They learn how to operate the equipment and process jobs while learning customer service skills, teamwork, motivation and the importance of attendance in the work environment.
Visit AshlandGrizzWear.org to order your GrizzWear today.