Summer Learning in Action!
We are two-thirds of the way through our summer learning program, and students have had the opportunity to practice homesteading, make pasta, learn lacrosse, try yoga and engage in many other fun activities!
We are grateful to the teachers and staff who have made this program possible, and especially to our students for bringing their curiosity, energy and enthusiasm each day!
#SummerLearning #AshlandSchools #Hands-On Learning
Greetings AHS Students and Families,
We hope you are enjoying the last few weeks of summer! As we prepare for the start of the new school year, we want to share some important information about student schedules.
At this time, student schedules are still being finalized. Please do not assume that the information visible in any platform, other than Power School, reflects your final schedule. Changes are still being made, and the information you see now may not be accurate. Your counselors will return to campus on August 17 to complete this work.
Official schedules will be available online beginning August 20th through Power School. Students may also pick up a printed copy of their schedule on Wednesday, August 19, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. during our Schedule Pick-Up event in the AHS Commons.
Schedule change requests will only be considered for the following reasons:
The student has been placed in the wrong level of a course.
The student has already completed the course that appears on their schedule.
The student's schedule includes a "See Counselor" designation.
If you believe your schedule meets one of these criteria, you may request a schedule change by completing the Schedule Change Request Form (available on the AHS website Aug. 20th) or by filling out one of these forms at the Schedule Pick-Up event on August 19th. Please return this form to the Counseling Office no later than Sept 8th. Please note that Counselors will not be making any changes at the Schedule Pick-Up event; however, these forms will be available for you to complete.
Counselors will review all requests and will communicate directly with students and families if a schedule change can be accommodated. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we complete the scheduling process. We are looking forward to welcoming our students back and kicking off another great year at AHS!
Sincerely,
AHS Counseling Office
⚽️ 🏈 ⚽️ Grizzlies Giving Back! 🏈 ⚽️ 🏈
Ashland High School soccer and football athletes volunteered their time last week at Humanitarian Harvest in Medford, giving back to our community and helping others in need.
We’re proud of these students for putting service into action! Our coaches encourage opportunities like this not only to strengthen team connection, but also to remind our athletes that being part of a team means being part of something bigger than ourselves.
Thank you, athletes, for paying it forward and representing Ashland High with such generosity and heart! ❤️
Students and families that registered for our Ashland High School Summer Learning Program which is taking place Monday through Thursday, August 3-20, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:10 p.m should have received an email with all the details of the program and the daily schedule.
This summer's theme is "Exploring Your Story." Throughout the three-week program, students will strengthen foundational academic skills, explore their interests, build relationships, and reflect on the experiences, strengths, and goals that shape who they are. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment that supports academic growth while helping students begin the 2026-27 school year feeling connected, confident, and ready to succeed.
For more information: if you were registered check your email OR contact:
Hillary Cusenza
Program Administrator, Summer Learning Program
Assistant Principal, Ashland High School
hillary.cusenza@ashland.k12.or.us
Jesse Burnham
Teacher Lead, Summer Learning Program
Ashland High School
jesse.burnham@ashland.k12.or.us
🏈 The Annual Kitchell Games are here!
Southern Oregon teams will compete in fast-paced 7-on-7 passing games before the spotlight turns to the Lineman Challenge. Watch the athletes battle in exciting events—including a grip strength relay, tire flip, farmers walk, obstacle course, tug-of-war, and more—as they compete for bragging rights!
It's a fun night of football you won't want to miss. Go Grizzlies!
📍 Walter A. Phillips Field at Ashland High School
🗓️ Thursday, July 23
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
Where: South Medford High School, 1551 Cunningham Ave, Medford.
Cost: Free.
Be sure to come dressed in shorts and a t-shirt. Bring your school's required sports physical examination/clearance form. OSAA physical examination forms will be available on site, however, please note that forms require a parent/guardian signature.
June 18th from 1-3pm and June 23rd from 6-8 pm.
RSVP by joining our SportsYou Group, Access Code: HRTA-Y49X, or email Coach Ashley at Ashley.Caughell@ashland.k12.or.us
What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates June 19th, 1865, the day Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform enslaved African American that they were free -- more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
We will reopen on Monday, June 22nd, 2026. Thank you!
Grads must be at the AHS bus ramp by 10 PM. Grads will be checked in and loaded on buses with a departure for the Family Fun Center at 10:30 PM. No one is allowed to drive or be dropped off at Family Fun Center. The only mode of transportation to and from the event is by bus.
Buses will depart the Family Fun Center at 2 am, so you can expect to be back at AHS by 2:30 am.
No bags/purses or water bottles are allowed. There is plenty of food and drinks available at the event. Sweatshirts/Jackets are allowed.
Monday - Bev Day
Tuesday - Donut Day
Wednesday - DIY Stress balls
Thursday - Pancake Day
Come to the quad for some finals week fun!
Construction and building of a facility for community needs, get your OSHA 10 and CPTR/First Aid Certification, Build your resume, Meet construction employers, Transportation support, Earn up to $1500 in Scholarships upon participation and completion.
Session runs: M-F July 6th-July 31st from 8am-4pm at 71Five: 108 Almond St. Medford, Oregon.
Apply using the QR code!
For more information reach out to: christina_berger@soesd.k12.or.us or lisa_udall@soesd.k12.or.us
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