Since 1947, the VFW has sponsored an essay contest. Named the "Voice of Democracy", this program annually challenges high school students to submit a three-to-five minute long audio recording answering a specific question. This year's question is, "How are you showing Patriotism and Support to Our Country?"
Entries enter a national competition that culminates with the national award winner receiving a $35,000 scholarship. The VFW also awards prizes to local and regional winners.
An entry form and full contest rules are available at https://vfw-org-hqagarhxahbybyd9.z01.azurefd.net/-/media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-and-Education/Voice-of-Democracy-Entry-Form-Fillable.pdf?la=en&v=1&d=20250425T161111Z
Entries are due at Post 1833 by midnight, 31 October 2025.
If you have any specific questions about the contest, submission guidelines, or assistance in submitting an essay, you can email dr.paul.j.cook@gmail.com or call (703) 862-5304.
2025 Graduates! Diplomas will be ready for pick up after June 16th!
Office hours are 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Here are our official AHS summer office hours!
Ashland High School seniors Azaleah and Owen were honored this week by Superintendent Dr. Joseph Hattrick, who presented them with special black graduation honor cords in recognition of their service as student representatives to the Ashland School Board. These cords mark their leadership and commitment to amplifying student voices throughout the year. Azaleah and Owen's advocacy and dedication have made a lasting impact on both the board and their peers—congratulations to both on this meaningful distinction.
Here is our schedule and activity list for our half day field day this Friday!
Announcements 5.30.25
Next week is finals week! Friday, June 6th, the last day of school, will be a half day. All students must attend their second period class for attendance and then the following assembly. Afterwards, Seniors will attend the parade of scholars and graduation rehearsal, and 9th-11th graders will have a field day. Attendance is still mandatory. Sack lunches will be provided at 11:30 and buses will come for pickup at 12:50. Please check the finals schedule sent to your email and posted on social media.
Seniors - If you would like to sign up for the parade of scholars, please do so before June 2nd. The QR code to do so is posted on social media and we have a flyer in the main office.
Yearbooks are available for pickup and purchase on the quad at lunch time! Head over today to get yours!
Dear Prospective AP U.S. Student: If you are signed up for Advanced Placement United States History as either a first or second choice as a social studies elective you need to attend a required meeting that will provide textbook information and the summer assignments. Come to the Grizzly Library on Monday, June 2, at lunchtime. (Yes, you can bring your lunch.) Learn how you can be a part of Team APUSH! Don’t miss out! Historically Yours, Mr. Huard
if you were planning to take AP literature next year, make sure you have picked up your Summer homework packet from Mr. Dunphy in library room 203.
It's time for the Annual Spring Art show! The opening reception Friday, May 30th at 5pm in the upper commons. AHS student art will be on display. If you have are in the show, invite your folks to see your art on the wall. Families welcome!
Are you ready for Final Exams? Do you want help preparing? The Math Honor Society is hosting the second semester Final Countdown Review and Study session Sunday, June 1st from 1:00-4:00 PM in the IVC. Peer tutors will be available to answer questions and help you prepare for finals. All students are welcome! Snacks will be served.
Join us as a volunteer for the Annual Grizz Fest! Held on Friday, August 1st and Saturday August 2nd at the Ashland Historic Armory (208 Oak Street, Ashland)
To apply, please send name/phone/email to info@ashlandhighalumni.com
For questions, call: 541-941-7510 or visit www.ashlandhighalumni.com/events
Athletics Weekend Ahead - May 29th-31st
Here is our Final Exam and Last Day schedule for the end of the year! Our last day, June 6th, will be a half day. For all students besides seniors, attendance is required until lunch begins at 11:30. Buses will come to pick up students at 12:50 pm and depart at 12:55 pm. Grab-and-Go lunches will be provided from 11:30 to 12:30.
For our Seniors: Checking in to your 2nd period class is still required on the last day of school, as well as the following assembly. Afterwards, if you've signed up for the parade of scholars (the deadline is June 2nd), please make your way to the bus ramp. Graduation rehearsal begins at 10:30 am at the Lithia Park band shell and it is mandatory. If you do not come to graduation rehearsal, you will not be allowed to walk in the ceremony. Please wear your cap and gowns to practice and the parade of scholars if you're participating.
Ashland School District will be serving free summer meals daily from June 9th through August 15th for students ages 1-18.
Breakfast will be served between 8:15 am and 9:00 am and Lunch will be served from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm.
These breakfasts and lunches will be served at Ashland Middle School and Bellview Elementary.
Announcements 5.29
Next week is finals week! Friday, June 6th, will be a half day. All students must attend the assembly at the beginning of the day. Afterwards, seniors will attend the parade of scholars and graduation rehearsal, and 9th-11th graders will have a field day. Attendance is still mandatory. Please check the finals schedule sent to your email.
Are you interested in taking an AP course next year? Attend an AP Info session to meet your teacher and learn more about the course. Today's AP Info meeting is for AP Comp in Library 203.
Dear Prospective AP U.S. Student: If you are signed up for Advanced Placement United States History as either a first or second choice as a social studies elective you need to attend a required meeting that will provide textbook information and the summer assignments. Come to the Grizzly Library on Monday, June 2, at lunchtime. (Yes, you can bring your lunch.) Learn how you can be a part of Team APUSH! Don’t miss out! Historically Yours, Mr. Huard
if you were planning to take AP literature next year, make sure you have picked up your Summer homework packet from Mr. Dunphy in library room 203.
In Honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander month, Asian Student Union will be selling Candy Leis for $5.00 Today at lunch on the quad. Hawaiian leis are traditionally given as a symbol of aloha, friendship, love, or to honor someone. Gift a sweet treat to a special friend or a senior!
The AHS Senior Night tickets are on sale this week! Tickets will be sold on the quad at lunch. Today is the LAST DAY to buy tickets. Tickets are $20. This event happens on June 6th from 10:00 pm to 2:30 am at the Family Fun Center. Transportation will be by bus, and no students may take other means of transportation to get to this event.
It's time for the Annual Spring Art show! The opening reception will be Friday, May 30th at 5pm in the upper commons. AHS student art will be on display. If you have are in the show, invite your folks to see your art on the wall. Families welcome!
Are you ready for Final Exams? Do you want help preparing? The Math Honor Society is hosting the second semester Final Countdown Review and Study session Sunday, June 1st from 1:00-4:00 PM in the IVC. Peer tutors will be available to answer questions and help you prepare for finals. All students are welcome! Snacks will be served.
Attention Students: Breakfast will stop being served in the cafeteria at 8:45 am and remain closed until lunchtime.
Check out these summer events the Ashland Library is hosting from June through August!
For more events and teen resources, visit jcls.org/teens
It's time for the Annual Spring Art show! The opening reception Friday, May 30th at 5pm in the upper commons. AHS student art will be on display. If you have are in the show, invite your folks to see your art on the wall. Families welcome!
Here is our final week of athletics updates!
Announcement 5.22.25
Are you interested in taking an AP course next year? Attend an AP Info session to meet your teacher and learn more about the course. Today's AP Info meeting is for AP Macroeconomics in Library 204, and tomorrow's meeting is for AP Biology in SC-1.
The AHS Senior Night tickets are going on sale this week! Tickets will be sold at lunch on Today, May 22nd, Wednesday May 28th, and Thursday May 29th. Tickets are $20. This event happens June 6th from 10:00 pm to 2:30 am at the Family Fun Center. Transportation will be by bus, and no students may take other means of transportation to get to this event.
Are you ready for Final Exams? Do you want help preparing? The Math Honor Society is hosting the second semester Final Countdown Review and Study session Sunday, June 1st from 1:00-4:00 PM in the IVC. Peer tutors will be available to answer questions and help you prepare for finals. All students are welcome! Snacks will be served.
Seniors- It's almost time for graduation! If you have not ordered your cap and gown yet- contact Herff Jones as soon as possible to get one ordered! The deadline for signing up for parade of scholars is coming up - check your email or social media and use the QR code to make your selection.
Yearbook Distribution Day is coming next week! Don't miss out on the excitement of picking up your yearbook in the quad and having it ready for signatures. You can purchase for $60 from the main office.
Jackson County Farm Bureau is pleased to assist our youth in pursuing further education. Applications will be reviewed and recipients will be selected by the scholarship committee. Scholarship applications MUST be received by 6:00 pm on May 28th. Applications are outside of the counseling office.
Yearbook Distribution Day is here!
Tuesday May 27th - Friday May 30th, yearbooks will be on the quad for pick up and for sale!
Get your signature pen ready!
Interested in an AP Course?
Meet the teacher and learn about the course. All info session are held during lunch.
Thurs 5/22: AP Macro in Lib 204, Fri 5/23: AP Bio in SC-1, Tues 5/27: AP Physics in SC-6, Wed 5/28: AP Env. Science in SC-3, Thurs 5/29: AP Comp in Lib 206, Fri 5/30: AP Calc in H-20, Fri 5/30: AP Pre-Calc in H-22, Mon 6/2: AP US History in Library
Want to get paid to work outside, learn, and make the world a better place?
Join Lomakatsi to restore the forests and streams of the Rogue Valley this summer! Using the Ashland Watershed as an outdoor classroom, you'll work on a variety of stewardship projects, build valuable job skills, and learn about career paths in ecology and natural resources.
Under the guidance of Lomakatsi's professional restoration staff and educators - as well as through daily guest presentations by natural resource specialists - you will take part in a large range of ecological subjects.
Work hard, have fun, build your resume, make new friends, and get paid!
This is a 4 week long paid program with hands-on restoration learning experience for 16 to 18 year olds in the Rogue Valley. Work 32 hours a week, Monday - Thursday, for $16 an hour, starting June 23rd and ending July 17th.
Applications are due May 23rd and you can apply online at www.lomakatsi.org/applyashland.
For more information, call (541) 488-0208 or email education@lomakatsi.org
Rogue Rowing Summer Camps 20251
Camps are for rising 8th through 12th graders
Each session costs $175
Hours: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Rogue Rowing Boathouse, 175 Emigrant Lake Rd, Ashland, OR
Session 1: July 7-11
Session 2: July 14-18
Session 3: July 21-25
Session 4: July 28-Aug 1
Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer above. For more information go to https://www.roguerowing.org/junior-rowing or email officialroguerowingjuniors@gmail.com
Are you ready for Final Exams? Do you want help preparing? The Math Honor Society is hosting the second semester Final Countdown Review and Study session Sunday, June 1st from 1:00-4:00 PM in the IVC. Peer tutors will be available to answer questions and help you prepare for finals. All students are welcome! Snacks will be served.
