GRIZZ-O-GRAM
April 16th, 2021
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:
Deb Falk, Attendance Secretary
541-482-8782
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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/
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 Spring 2021
This week's Grizz...
- Principal's Message
- Looking Ahead at April
- Bell Schedule for Expanded In-Person
- Hybrid Schedule 4/19 - 4/23
- Distribution Center
- Ashland Schools Foundation Donation
- Sports, Clubs & Activities
- Senior Corner (Graduation Updates!)
- Counseling Office
- Community Service & Involvement Opportunities
- College & Career Pathways Updates
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Tech Support Info
Principal's Message
Hello Grizzlies,
I hope that you have all received our previous newsletter that discussed our plans for opening for in-person 4 days per week starting 4/26. You can find that newsletter here. In addition, please look for the commitment survey to tell us whether your student will attend in-person or will be in CDL. It should have been sent out again today. We are sending it to both parent and student accounts. In case you have not received it, please check your Spam folder. You can also have your students check their email account for the survey link. We are asking for everyone's response by Monday, April 19.
We are also excited to announce our plans to offer an in-person graduation ceremony (county COVID metrics permitting)! Please see below for more information.
I hope you all find time to enjoy the sunshine this weekend.
Be Well,
Benjamin Bell
Looking Ahead at April
Bell Schedule for In-Person Learning Beginning April 26th
Hybrid Schedule & Bell Rotation
We will be posting the bell schedule on our AHS Website and our Facebook and Instagram daily so you know which classes you are to attend.
Material Distribution - Wednesday, Apr 28th
The Distribution Center is closed this week. We will be open on 4/28 from 2:30pm-4:30pm at the Theatre Lobby. If you are unable to make it during distribution time, please call the Main Office to make arrangements 541-482-8771.
Distribution Dates:
Apr 28th
May 12th
May 26th
We've got:
- Textbooks / Library Books
- Class Notes & Material
If you would like to request a textbook, please email Aimee.Cork@ashland.k12.or.us.
Ashland Schools Foundation
Student Celebrations
AHS Theatre/Choir sophomore MILA ROBERTSON wins award in SOPRANO VOICE
"Alma del core," written by Antonio Caldara
in the early 18th century sung by AHS Sophomore Mila Robertston.
Mila Robertson achieved the place of First Alternate in the Oregon Music Educators Association's Annual Solo and Ensemble Contest for our district in Southern Oregon, in the category of Soprano Voice.
This is a classical music contest, for which she performed an Italian art song, "Alma del core," written by Antonio Caldara in the early 18th century. This is a very competitive field, and it's a huge accomplishment. If the winner cannot participate in the State level contest next month, then Mila will go!
Thanks to Mila Robertson's work and Christine Williams, her voice teacher and AHS choir Director.
Sports
Traditional sports seasons have flipped around due to COVID considerations. As we wrap up the fall sport season in the coming week, spring sports begin official practice on Monday. You do need to register EVERY school year online. Link to sign up process: http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=2119
Who to contact for specific information about practice dates, times, and locations is down below.
Click HERE to see the adjusted OSAA sports calendar for the rest of this year.
You are required to register for sports BEFORE you are allowed to begin practice. Click HERE to register.
For specific information about sports you are interested in, contact the coach HERE.
Check out some of our games on our AHS YouTube channel or head to AHS Athletics for more info! Click below for an updated list of team schedules. These are subject to change.
Academic All State Top 10!
Our AMAZING Grizzlies!!! All of our Varsity teams made Academic All State top 10!
Academic All State Top 10 for 5A
Girls Varsity Cross Country: 10th place with a 3.8 GPA
Boys Varsity Cross Country: 2nd place with a 3.86 GPA
Girls Varsity Soccer: 2nd place with a 3.87 GPA
Boys Varsity Soccer: 2nd place with a 3.61 GPA
Varsity Volleyball: 9th place with a 3.66 GPA
Clubs & Activities
AHS Art Magazine Club: Meets during NAHS
Among Us Gaming Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: anKp7K
Brain Bowl: Email Alan.Parowski@ashland.k12.or.us for Zoom Link.
Christian Fellowship Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: 456358
Drama Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: 456358
Dungeons and Dragons: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: H30
Key Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: hello
Mu Alpha Theta: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
National Art Honor Society: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting. Passcode: ahsart2020
Philosophy Club: Currently paused until in person learning.
Queer Straight Alliance: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
Tap Club: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
Truth to Power: Click HERE for Zoom Meeting.
Writers & Poets Club: Click HERE for the Zoom Meeting.
More info about clubs can be found on the AHS News & Resources page on Canvas.
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
*There will be NO STC on Wednesday, April 21st.
This year we are offering FREE tutoring online every Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Help is available in all subjects, including Canvas navigation! 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. If you have questions, please contact Tammy Anderson at tammy.anderson@ashland.k12.or.us.
Senior Corner
Graduation
Graduation Ceremony and Parade Survey
In order to have a safe and efficient celebration, we will have 3 separate ceremonies and car parades, sorted by which elementary school your student attended. If your student didn't attend elementary school locally, please click AMS or AHS.
We are anticipating offering 2 Graduation Ceremony Spectator tickets per student (this is subject to change). Our ceremonies will be live streamed, as well. For the Car Parade, we will allow 1 car per student, driven by a parent/guardian/adult/coach/etc. If a car is not available for you, we will provide alternative transportation.
COMPLETE SURVEY BY APRIL 23RD.
Graduation Ceremonies: June 11th (evening)
Car Parade: June 12th (early afternoon)
Senior Sprint
Seniors!! You are so close to graduating!
Make sure you have all of your credits and are passing your classes so you are able to walk with your senior class at graduation.
Join us for Senior Sprint and get support to make it to the finish line!
WE LOVE OUR SENIORS!!!
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
Community Service
Time to get creative and think outside of the box! Here are some examples of ways you can earn community service hours:
- www.Recovers.org - A local area email alert for continuous help needed for our Phoenix/Talent Fire Victims
- www.DoSomething.org - A youth-led movement for good focusing on advocacy work.
- www.we.org - An organization standing for Human rights & social equality.
- Making and Donating items to local causes (dog toys, grocery store bags, knitted hats, etc.)
- Sending letters to seniors at local retirement homes
- Thank you letters to essential workers
Habitat for Humanity
- Jackson County Fuel Committee
- And more!
There's a lot of ways you can support your community and earn community service hours. If you have any questions, reach out to your counselor.
City of Medford Job Fair
Virtual MedQuest 2021
We are so excited to announce that our Virtual MedQuest Registration and Promotional Video are now LIVE. In lieu of not being able to travel to our Oregon highschools, we need your help. Below is the promotional video and registration link for you to share with your organizations, family and friends. They can be promoted via email and websites or shared on your social media platforms. We hope to reach all the Oregon highschool students who are interested in learning more about a career in healthcare.
Details about camp:
- This is a Virtual Camp held June 14th through 17th of 2021.
- Cost: $50.00 (There will be scholarships available for those in need);
- Students will receive supplies to engage with the content of camp including:
- A stethoscope and splinting materials.
- Sites being featured in this years camp:
- OHSU School of Nursing, La Grande Campus
- OHSU on the Hill, Portland, Oregon
- Winding Waters Clinic, Enterprise, Oregon
- Paragon Orthopedic Center, Grants Pass, Oregon
- Yellowhawk Tribal Center, Pendleton, Oregon
- La Grande Fire Department, La Grande, Oregon
Registration for camp will close Monday, May 17th, 2021.
Registration Link Listed Here!
Thanks so much for your help in outreach to the future of Oregon’s Healthcare
Promotional Video: by Grande View Productions.
Summer Camp Opportunities
Summer Camps & Summer work - Registration has begun and opportunities are limited for these Summer Camps and Youth Litter Patrol.
OSU Summer Transportation Institute - July 26-30, 2021 (check out the other three camps on this link!)
Reminders:
- 2021 Youth Litter Patrol (YLP) Program (apply now for summer work, see attached flyer)
- [oit.edu/GIScamp]Survey/GIS Summer Camp – June 15-17 (apply now – see attached flyer)
Contact those listed on the flyers or websites with your questions.
More Free Summer Camps & Curriculum
Free Summer Transportation Camps for Oregon High Schoolers
We have hosted this annual transportation camp every summer for five years in Oregon. Typically held as a residential camp on the Portland State University campus, we have also had the opportunity to host it on the Oregon Tech campus as well as in a virtual, remote-learning environment. We adapt the structure and curriculum of the camp each year in response to the needs of Oregon's students!
This camp offers any student entering the 9–12 grade an immersive introduction to the workings of the Portland transportation system. We hear from PSU faculty and professionals from ODOT, the FHWA, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, TriMet, the Port of Portland, and various other public and private transportation agencies that operate in the Portland metro area. There are plenty of outdoor field activities to help improve students' awareness and familiarity with infrastructure and data collection.
Historically, these summer camps have been funded by the United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration with additional support from our partners at the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).
Undeterred by the need to quarantine for public health and safety, in 2020 we shifted from a one-week residence camp to a four-week "virtual camp" with online sessions held twice a week. Learn more about our 2020 virtual camps, and stay tuned for announcements of the 2021 camp format and sign up for notifications here!
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Summer Transportation Camp (All Genders)
WHEN: July 19 - 23, 2021
WHERE: In-person on the Portland State campus (day camp for 2021)
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? High school students residing in Oregon, entering 9-12 grade in the fall with at least a 2.0 GPA
COST: Free!
HOW DO I ATTEND: Seats in the camp are limited, and we will be opening applications by May 1, 2021
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Summer Transportation Camp (Girls)
WHEN: August 9 - 13, 2021
WHERE: In-person on the Portland State campus (day camp for 2021)
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Female-identified students residing in Oregon, entering 9-12 grade in the fall with at least a 2.0 GPA
COST: Free!
HOW DO I ATTEND: Seats in the camp are limited, and we will be opening applications by May 1, 2021
Teach Transportation in Your Classroom: K-12 Curriculum
How Walkable is Your Neighborhood?
Originally designed by TREC staff for our annual summer high school camps, we're now offering this set of four modules "How Walkable is Your Neighborhood?" for any educator to teach in their classroom. No transportation background required!
These modules will provide students with creative ways of observing transportation systems in their neighborhoods through collecting pedestrian data, critically evaluating accessibility, and learning about livable communities. They will gain a deeper understanding of how people move through their community, and whether the transportation in their community is designed with the needs of all people in mind. Students will take this critical lens into their final projects where they will propose a vision for increasing transportation safety, accessibility, and livability in their community.
The four consecutive modules in this toolkit are meant to be facilitated in sequence with 3-5 days in between, as they build upon each other. The modules can be adapted as stand alone lessons if needed. Educator instructions are provided, as well as printable student instructions:
· Module 1: Observations by Foot
· Module 2: Collecting the Data
· Module 3: Crossing at the Intersection
· Module 4: Final Project
· Bonus Optional Activities: Transit Budgeting; Transportation Bingo
· The full curriculum set can be downloaded here.
NITC Library of Curriculum Projects
Through national funding from the U.S DOT, our university consortium NITC funds education grants at six universities. These projects result in creating a library of curriculum that furthers the K-12 body of resources for teaching transportation in the classroom.
College and Career Pathways
Jen Marsden, our College and Career Specialist, is available to help students in all grades explore post high school education and career pathways, and to assist in navigating the college admissions and financial aid process. Students and their families are encouraged to reach out to her with questions at jennifer.marsden@ashland.k12.or.us or to schedule a zoom appointment. Please check out the helpful resources below, where you can find the AHS College Handbook, ACT/SAT updates and more!
Seniors: College & Career Center Spring Update 2021
Juniors: College & Career Center Spring Update 2021
The 2020-21 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. AHS will begin offering these tests again in March with safety guidelines in place, including a limited number of available seats to allow for appropriate distancing. 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 what is currently required or optional.
Students 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.
SAT Dates: May 8 and June 5
ACT Dates: April 17
Aspire at AHS
Scholarships and Opportunities Updates
For a list of other current scholarships and opportunities click here: Current Scholarships & Opportunities. This list is updated every Friday.
For assistance on scholarship applications contact jennifer.marsden@ashland.k12.or.us.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
ATTENTION SENIORS - William S and Kristine Ann Phillips Scholarship
Are you interested in the Fire and EMS field?
If so, this $1,000 scholarship may be just right for you!
Ashland Firefighters Association wants to grant deserving applicants who are dedicated to pursuing a career and life in the Fire and EMS field with the assistance to do so.
Scholarships of $1,000 may be used for tuition, books and lab fees incurred while pursuing education beyond high school. Award recipients must attend an accredited program in Fire Science or Emergency Medical Services.
There are no restrictions for scholarship recipients as to race, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran, marital status, or sensory, mental, or physical disability. A selection panel will evaluate the candidates on following requirements:
1) GPA of 2.50 or better;
2) Have completed a minimum 50 hours or more of community service;
3) Demonstrated leadership in school and community activities; and
4) Strong desire to help people in emergency situations
If you meet the above requirements, click here Ashland Firefighters Scholarship to obtain the cover page, instructions and the application. Please Note: If you have already completed the AHS Common Application for local scholarships, they will accept that application, as opposed to their own. Find details at the link above.
DEADLINE: MAY 7, 2021
For questions or assistance, please contact Karyn Barats at 541-482-2278 or via email at karyn.barats@ashland.k12.or.us.
FAQ
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 Department at:
Tech Support Helpline: 541-201-2600
Email: techhelp@ashland.k12.or.us
Click here to fill out the ASD Tech Support Request Form
Where can I drop off physical paperwork?
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
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