Celebrate the end of middle school with an unforgettable night of fun, friends, and memories at the AMS 8th Grade Farewell Party!
Inflatable obstacle course
Dunk tank featuring teachers
Music and dancing
Refreshments and snacks
📅 Thursday, June 4
⏰ 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 AMS Gym & Courtyard
🎟 Tickets are $8 and available now in the front office.
This event is for AMS 8th grade students only.
"Alice by Heart" Spring Auditions at AHS
Ashland High School Theatre is holding auditions for lead roles in Alice By Heart on Tuesday, June 2 from 4:00–6:00 PM, with callbacks on Wednesday, June 3 from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Rose Room at Mountain Avenue Theater.
Auditions are open to any student attending AHS during the 2026–27 school year. Students should prepare a song from a musical, preferably from Alice By Heart. No sign-up needed, just show up and audition!
26–27 AMS Sports Registration is Open
Families can now register students for AMS athletics through ArbiterSports (formerly FamilyID). Please register for all sports your student plans to participate in during the 2026–27 school year so we can plan for teams and communication.
Students must have a current sports physical on file before participating. Physical exam forms are available on the AMS Athletics webpage.
La Clinica will be offering sports physicals on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the Ashland High School campus. Appointments are required. To schedule, please call 541-897-5151.
Insurance is accepted, and sliding scale options are available for families without insurance. Please complete required forms prior to your appointment.
This is a great opportunity to get students ready for middle and high school athletics before the fall season begins.
Families of current 5th grade students with IEPs are invited to join the AMS team for an evening focused on the transition to middle school. This is a great opportunity to learn what to expect, meet staff, and ask questions.
Date: May 21
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Location: Ashland Middle School Library
We’re excited to welcome your family and support a smooth transition into 6th grade.
Incoming 6th grade students and families are invited to join us for AMS 6th Grade Orientation Night on Tuesday, May 26 from 5:30–7:00 PM in the AMS Commons. Come meet staff, learn about middle school, explore programs and activities, and help your student feel confident and excited for the transition to AMS!
🎉 8th Grade Farewell Party – Parent Support Needed
We’re gearing up for our 8th Grade Farewell Party on Thursday, June 4 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM, and we would love your help to make it a memorable night for students. This event is organized by parent volunteers and depends on donations and support from our community.
We are currently seeking food and beverage donations, volunteers for event stations and check-in, and chaperones. Non-perishable items can be dropped off in the main office anytime, and perishable items may be brought the day of the event.
👉 Sign up here to donate or volunteer.
Your support helps create a fun, safe, and memorable celebration for our 8th graders.
AMS students had an incredible experience at the SOMEA Middle School Honor Band. Students from across Southern Oregon came together for a full day of rehearsals, learning challenging music, and performing for family and friends.
Congratulations to:
T'neaha Ferguson (clarinet)
Cameron Moss (bass clarinet)
Nate Esquerra (alto sax)
Bodhi Jukes (alto sax)
Alice Sible (tenor sax)
Jackson Twiss (trumpet)
Roslyn Bertrand (horn)
Seth Echalier (trombone)
Theron Huff (trombone)
Ashland Middle School had an incredible showing at Pentagames, earning 1st place overall for the entire event.
7th Grade: 2nd Place in Team Event
1. Lincoln Rowbotham – 2nd Place for all 7th graders
2. Kai Clason
3. Suade Peterson
8th Grade: 2nd Place in Team Event
1. Paloma Sloper- 1st Place for all 8th graders
2. Leo Hopkins- 2nd place for all 8th graders
3. Linden Bithell – 5th place for all 8th graders
Open: 2nd Place in Team Event
1. Roslyn Bertrand- 1st place overall for all open
2. Bodhi Jukes
3. Reed Cutler- 5th place overall for all open
After three years of hard work, dedication, and growing together as a team, they competed at the Regional Tournament in Centralia, WA and are now Regional Champions 🏆
Next stop: Nationals this July in Phoenix, Arizona 🌵🔥
This team has shown incredible commitment, teamwork, and resilience every step of the way. Excited to see what’s ahead.
Good luck in Phoenix, boys!
April 2026
Setting Boundaries with Teens
Ashland High School Drama Club is hosting a fun, hands-on workshop just for middle school students on Monday, April 20th from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at Ashland High School. Students will spend the day building acting skills, playing theater games, and connecting with high school performers.
The cost is $20 per student. To reserve a spot, email andrea.royse@ashland.k12.or.us.
A great opportunity for students interested in theater to learn, create, and have fun.
Ashland Middle School is teaming up with Southern Oregon Goodwill for a Mobile Donation Drive. Bring your gently used items to AMS and help raise money for our band program while giving reusable items a second life.
April 21, 2:00–5:00 p.m.
April 22, 8:00–4:00 p.m.
100 Walker Avenue,
Ashland Middle School
AMS band students kicked things off in style, performing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" and the "Star-Spangled Banner" right from the pitcher’s mound.
Ashland Middle School brought 12 students to the Rogue Valley MathCounts Chapter Competition—four competing as a team and eight as individuals.
We’re proud to share that our AMS team earned 1st place, advancing to the State Competition at the OIT Wilsonville campus.
Outstanding effort by all of our competitors—way to represent AMS! 💙💛
AMS Theatre Presents "Young Sherlock"
Join AMS Theatre for a mystery-filled performance of Young Sherlock by Craig Sodaro. Follow the young detective as he sharpens his powers of observation and solves a puzzling case. It’s a fun evening of suspense, clever clues, and student talent.
Performances – AMS Commons
Friday, March 13 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 14 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, March 14 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, March 15 – 2:00 PM
Tickets: $10
Students & Seniors: $5
Come support our talented AMS performers and enjoy a great show.
Have you heard the news about the AMS/Trails Brain Bowl Gold Team?
Last Thursday, the undefeated AMS Gold Team went head-to-head with the undefeated Valley School team and came out on top with a 46–34 victory.
This was the Gold Team’s final match of the season, securing a perfect undefeated record and making them the only undefeated team in their division.
Congratulations to these outstanding students on an incredible season! 👏
🎶 AMS Musicians Selected to Perform with Rogue Valley Symphonic Band
Congratulations to three outstanding Ashland Middle School Wind Ensemble students who have been selected to perform with the Rogue Valley Symphonic Band at their upcoming concert.
Roslyn Bertrand — Horn
Alice Sible — Tenor Saxophone
Soren Smith — Trombone
These talented students will join the symphonic band for a special performance on March 15 at 3:00 PM at Oakdale Middle School in Medford.
More info: https://www.roguevalleysymphonicband.org/
AMS Student Earns Top Honor in Regional STEM T-Shirt Contest
Congratulations to Bodhi Carstensen for taking first place in the 2026 SOESD STEM Hub First Annual T-Shirt Design Contest.
Bodhi was selected as one of four regional finalists, and following a live vote at the SOREDI Breakfast in Ashland, his design was chosen as the overall winner.
We also celebrate Neva Rohlen, who was named a top four finalist. Having two AMS students recognized at the regional level highlights the creativity and talent within our school community.
We are proud of both students for representing AMS so well. 💙💛
Congratulations to 7th grade band student Winston May!
Winston is the 2026 OMEA Middle School Composition Contest Champion. The Oregon Music Educators Association sponsors this statewide contest each year, and this was Winston’s first time submitting one of his original compositions.
The selection committee reviewed entries from across Oregon and chose Winston’s piece, “Hopeful Field,” as an exceptional work.
Way to go, Winston! Keep creating music. 🎶
