GRIZZ-O-GRAM
October 8th, 2021
Ashland High School
Office Hours 8:00AM - 4:00PM
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:
Deb Falk, Attendance Secretary
541-482-8782
For information on absences, unexcused absences, and more, please read out Attendance FAQ on our website. Click HERE
Registrar:
Jay Villanueva
Janet.Villanueva@ashland.k12.or.us
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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/
Red & White Day Calendar
Bell Schedule 2021-2022
This week's Grizz...
- PSAT 10/13
- Monster Dash 2021
- Indigenous People's Day Film Festival
- Ashland Emergency Food Volunteer Opportunity
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee Seeks Community Volunteers
- School Board Renaming John Muir Info
- Bus Route Update
- Lost and Found Items
- Sports
- Clubs & Activities
- Senior Corner - Graduation Cap & Gown Ordering Info
- Counselor Office
- College & Career Pathways: Resources for Students & Families
- Scholarship Opportunities
- FAQ
- School Websites / Social Media
- Campus Map
PSAT - Wednesday, October 13th
Attention Sophomores and sophomore families,
The PSAT is on Wednesday, October 13th! It is required that all sophomores take the PSAT. This test will take most of the school day and students will be excused to go home once they are done testing. This test is free of charge for sophomores.
Sophomores will fill out their pre-administration packets in their Advisory classes on Monday, October 11th. It is important that they are here to do this at this time in order to begin testing right away on Wednesday morning. If your student misses this Advisory period, we will reach out to them on Tuesday to have them complete the pre-administration. On Tuesday the 12th in their English/American Studies class, students will be given their testing room assignments. We will have room assignments available on the quad Wednesday morning, as well. Students should head directly to their testing room by 8:30am on Wednesday morning.
Attention Juniors
Those of you that have paid for a test will do your pre-administration in the library during your Advisory class on Monday 10/11. There you will also learn about your test location on 10/13.
After Testing
Once students complete the PSAT they can come to the quad and cafeteria to get a late lunch. We will allow students who have completed testing to go home early with an excused absence for the rest of the day. Students also have the option of attending their last class of the day if they choose.
Conferences 10/25-10/27
Conferences are coming up at the end of the month. Like last year, conferences will be virtual. Families will have the ability to sign up for virtual conferences via PowerSchool. This gives the freedom to select available time slots with the teachers you want to connect with. We will provide instructions once the PowerSchool Conference Scheduler goes live for parents on Friday 10/15.
Conferences are a wonderful time to meet with teachers to talk about your student's progress, attendance issues/questions, to learn what's working well and to learn about areas for improvement. Our teachers look forward to connecting with you.
In-Service 10/28-10/29 - No School
Monster Dash 2021!
Get ready for the 13th Annual Monster Dash Run for Education!
This year’s race is back in Lithia Park on Saturday, October 30th, or you can sign up to run the race virtually from anywhere October 22nd – 31st.
1-mile Fun Run/Walk
5k Run/Walk
10k Run
Walk, run or zombie stroll for this annual family-fun event that supports grants in Ashland public schools. This one-of-a-kind race is presented by Lithia 4 Kids, the Ashland Kiwanis Club, and the Ashland Schools Foundation (ASF).
This year the in-person races at Lithia Park will be modified for COVID safety, with mask requirements, staggered race-wave start times and locations, and limited numbers per race to allow for social distancing. All racers receive finisher’s medals, plus fun-filled race packets and giveaways for youth 18 and under!
Register NOW for early-bird pricing for adults (thru Oct 13…kids are always $10) and before the race time you want fills up. Go to www.AshlandMonsterDash.com to sign up the whole family and get more info about this year’s race, online contests, silent auction and prizes!
Indigenous People's Day Film Festival
Monday, October 11th 2021 is Indigenous People’s Day. In the pursuit of continued learning, reflection and advocacy, you are invited to attend the following free film screenings:
For decades, child welfare authorities have been removing Native American children from their homes to save them from being Indian. In Maine, the first official “truth and reconciliation commission” in the United States begins a historic investigation.
National News & Documentary Emmy® award winning film DAWNLAND goes behind-the-scenes as this historic body grapples with difficult truths, redefines reconciliation, and charts a new course for state and tribal relations. In DEAR GEORGINA a Passamaquoddy elder journeys into an unclear past to better understand herself and her cultural heritage.
This event is presented in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day and is co-sponsored by the Peabody Essex Museum, Hopelink, and the Alan Day Community Garden.
The Ashland Emergency Food Bank Volunteer Opportunity
Volunteers needed to help process food contributions
You will receive double community service hours!
Date: Saturday, October 9.
Time: 9:15 to around 12:30-ish
If you can help, please leave a message at the Food Bank with your name & hours we can count on you for.
The AEFB phone number is 488-9544, or email owenslyn@gmail.com
Please wear appropriate clothing for working outdoors and please wear a mask.
The Food Bank is located at 560 Clover Lane,
across from the Holiday Inn Express.
Thanks for your help!
We can't do it without you!
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee Seeks Community Volunteers
Are you interested in making AHS a more welcoming place, especially for systemically disempowered students and families? The EDI Committee at AHS tackles projects that work against racism, sexism, homophobia, ableism, and classism in our school and community. Now, we need to add some voices from outside the school: parents, alumni, or other caring folks with a connection to AHS. Who would you invite to the table?
If you or someone you know would like to be considered, please complete THIS FORM!
The Ashland School Board is considering renaming John Muir Outdoor School
The Facilities Name Review Committee recommended to the Ashland School Board to consider renaming John Muir Outdoor School. Now, the Ashland School Board is seeking community input prior to making a decision.
Please click on the Facilities Name Review Committee Report to find more details about its recommendation.
To provide input to the school board about the potential renaming of John Muir Outdoor School, please complete this community feedback form before October 21st, 2021.
Thank you very much!
Bus Route Update
NOTICE
FOR MANY REASON WE AT TRANPORTATION HAVE HAD TO COMBINE ROUTES 1 AND 2 AND IT NOW BECOMES ROUTE 1
PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE UNDER TRANSPORTATION FOR UPDATED TIMES
THIS BEGINS 10-4-2021
Thank you for your understanding
Lost and Found
Sports
Check out AHS Athletics page on our website to learn more about sports at Ashland High School!
If you are interested in joining, you must register for sports BEFORE you are allowed to begin practice. Click HERE to register. If you have any questions, email Marg.Orlik-Hill@ashland.k12.or.us.
Fall Baseball Practices
Fall baseball practices are happening now!
Monday 5:30- 7:30 North Mountain Park
Wednesday 4:30-5:30 AHS weight room
Thursday 5:30-7:30 North Mountain Park
We will run through October into early Nov.
This for Fall Baseball, no games just practices. Any player not participating in a Fall Sport that intends to play in the Spring is encouraged to come out! If you are interested in joining, you can email Nick Hall at hallnm6@gmail.com.
Snowboard Team
RIDER & PARENT INFO NIGHT – OCT. 13 @ 7:30PM
Event link on registration page.
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/snowboardteamregistration2021
Get a jump on registration now if you’d like a chance to sell wreaths to offset your dues.
Optional dryland practice will start soon!
Deadline to register if selling wreaths: Oct. 15, 2021
Deadline to register for team: Dec. 1, 2021
*Dues not due until Dec. 1, 2021
Ski Racing Team
Clubs & Activities
Latino/a/x Student Union
Latino/a/x Student Union Under Construction!
Does your student or family identify as Hispanic or Latino/a/x? Consider joining the Latino/a/x Student Union to connect with other members of our community! Meetings are on Friday at lunch in H-33. Contact Senor Atanes for more information!
Among Us Club
Come and socialize with friends while playing the online game Among Us on Thursdays at 4:15pm on Zoom!
Calm Mind Group
Many of us are feeling somewhat anxious these days. Anxiety has an important purpose, and it is a common emotion, but it can definitely be distressing. For some of us, feelings of anxiety, stress and worry can be overwhelming and can strongly impact our daily lives. Luckily, we can learn effective ways of preventing and managing it.
A new group is forming at school called Calm Mind to do just that. This group will be full of skills to empower you to effectively work with your anxiety. Group is a wonderful way to meet others who relate to your experience, support each other and know that you’re not alone! The group will be held in the student lounge and all participants will agree to maintain confidentiality.
Please email Kimberly Wasserman at kimberly.wasserman@ashland.k12.or.us to sign up. The time will be determined depending on the schedules of those interested.
Student Tutor Center
AHS Student Tutor Center is here! The Student Tutor Center is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3pm-4pm in the IVC.
All students are welcome for free tutoring. Academic support services include: homework help, study and organizational skills advice, paper editing, project assistance, world languages practice and test preparation.
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.
Kimberley Wasserman
kimberly.wasserman@ashland.k12.or.us
541-482-8771 Ext. 2291
Karyn Barats
Karyn.Barats@ashland.k12.or.us
x2114
Jennifer Marsden
Jennifer.Marsden@ashland.k12.or.us
x2130
Senior Corner
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CLICK HERE for a link directly to your Senior Meeting!
CLICK HERE to place your order!
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- LOWEST PRICES – Receive bulk discounts by ordering with the rest of the Class of 2022. 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 1st – October 17th – Official ordering window.
- October 21st – Distribution at Ashland High School of all Early Delivery Items.
- March 1st – Final payment due.
- April – Delivery of Graduation Announcements and Cap & Gown.
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College & Career Pathways: Resources for Students and Families
Seniors are diving into exploration of post high school pathways in their AHS College & Career Readiness (CCR) classes, where they are getting extensive support on finding post high school education and/or career options that are a good fit for them. Jen Marsden (AHS College & Career Specialist) and AHS counselors are providing college and career planning curriculum in CCR classes and are also available to individually help students explore their interests/options, and to assist in navigating the college admissions and financial aid process.
All 9th -11th students will be receiving grade specific career and college exploration and preparation lessons in their Advisory classes this year. Junior and senior students are strongly encouraged to attend upcoming information sessions, watch for updates on the ACT/SAT, learn about our ASPIRE program and check out the AHS College Handbook (more information included below)! We welcome students and parents/guardians to reach out to jennifer.marsden@ashland.k12.or.us or their AHS counselor with questions or to schedule an appointment regarding career and college planning.
Upcoming College & Career Pathways Info Sessions: All sessions will be on zoom from 5:30 - 6:30 pm and can be accessed at the following link: https://asdconnect-org.zoom.us/j/97711618881. The sessions will be recorded and available on the AHS YouTube Channel, where you can already find info session recordings from last year.
Tuesday, September 14 – College Pathways 101: Overwhelmed by the thought of planning for college? Finding an educational pathway that is a good fit takes some planning. AHS counseling staff will present information on college pathways, specifically geared toward junior and senior students and their families. Topics covered will include a general overview of the process of applying to both community colleges and four-year universities, ACT/SAT testing, and how to access financial aid/scholarships.
To watch the Zoom recording of this meeting, click HERE.
Wednesday, September 29 – Financial Aid 101: Learn about the pathways to access financial aid and scholarships! We will discuss the process for completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), 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 to complete the FAFSA. Many colleges will not give students merit aid unless they have a FAFSA on record. We will also briefly cover the CSS Profile, a separate online application many private schools use to determine institutional financial aid.
Wednesday, October 13 - Four Year Colleges and Universities - Navigating the Application Process: AHS Counseling Department staff will present information on how to make the most of the college search process, how to apply to both public and private four-year colleges and universities, ACT/SAT testing, and how to access financial aid/scholarships.
Wednesday, November 3: Community College Opportunities and Pathways: Community colleges offer an extensive array of professional training programs in fields such as Mechanics, Electronics, Culinary Arts, Massage Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapy, Graphic Design and more! Students can also complete general education credits at a community college, receive a two-year A.A or A.S degree and then transfer to a four-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree. Learn more about these potential college and career pathways and how to access them! There will also be an overview of the Oregon Promise grant and other financial aid and scholarships available to AHS students.
AHS College Handbook
ACT and SAT Updates
Students planning on applying to four year colleges usually take ACT/SAT tests in spring of junior year and/or fall of senior year. See below for all 2021-22 test dates at AHS. If AHS has no more seat availability, students can look for open testing sites in Medford and Grants Pass. Many colleges are now “test optional” and Oregon’s public universities no longer require ACT/SAT test results for admission, but some do for eligibility for honors colleges or merit scholarships. Check individual universities for current guidelines.
Students 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.
2021-22 AHS Test Dates (registration deadlines are about one month before the test dates):
ACT: December 11, February 12, April 2. The ACT on October 23rd has been CANCELLED.
SAT: October 2, November 6, December 4, March 12, May 7, June 4
ASPIRE at AHS
Scholarships
Elks National Foundation Scholarship Programs
THE 2022 APPLICATION IS OPEN!
FOR DETAILS AND TO APPLY NOW, VISIT:
https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Applicants will be judged on:
· Scholarship
· Leadership, and
· Financial Need
Eligibility Requirements:
· Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
· Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
· High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
· Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2021 AT 11:59 P.M.
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