First graders learn how animals defend themselves by making models with clay, spikes(!), and camouflage.
Second graders each got a pumpkin today for their pumpkin book report homework assignment. They didn't just get a pumpkin though! The fun started with the "mystery of the missing lunch wagons" and a lot of clues like: a new pumpkin in the classroom and Kelly wearing a pumpkin shirt. They also had to solve a personalized pumpkin math story problem to find which numbered pumpkin they were searching for. Before we sent the pumpkins home we measured their height and circumference, weighed them and compared pumpkins with a buddy. It was a very fun day and they are very excited to pick their books, start reading and then creatively make their pumpkin into the main character.
The 5th grade Salmon Watch field trip was a great opportunity to see so many different forms of wildlife while we learned about the life cycle and biology of salmon. Students engaged in 4 different stations at Magregor Park to learn first hand about riparian ecosystems and salmon the life cycle!
Even though the field trip itself was so engaging, our most exciting viewing was probably the black bear we saw from the bus, strolling through a field near Eagle Point!!
5th graders kick off the return of our bicycle safety program. Thank you Ashland Schools Foundation, RVTD, and Ashland Parks and Recreation for their partnership in bringing this program back to life!
First graders learned about the life cycle of a monarch butterfly recently which included observation from caterpillar to butterfly. This class named their butterfly Princess Leia and wished her a fond farewell when they released her in our butterfly garden.
We are so happy to have our cross-age buddies return! These 1st graders and 4th graders are getting to know each other through creating “Buddy Books”.
Wheels up for our Kinder Dragons. Bikes, scooters and striders hit the pavement this week and brought big smiles. By the end of the year we’ll have a kinder community of readers, writers and riders.
Helman first graders are learning how to use their Boomwhackers in Music Class.
5th graders explored the world of salmon at McGregor Park today. Not only did they get to see first hand the beginning and end of the life cycle (salmon spawning and subsequently swimming to their final resting place), they also saw a black bear, bald eagle, a garter snake, a fence lizard and plenty of macro invertebrates. It was a great day on the river!
We had a phenomenal showing at our first PTA meeting of the year! Congratulations to the new Board: Andrea Matteson, Michelle Cruz, Jessica Pierce, Megan Danforth, and Shane Hunter! Thank you for volunteering to help shape a wonderful year for our students, staff, and families. Join the next meeting on October 11 at 6:30pm. Free childcare provided.
We have thoroughly enjoyed the first days of Kindergarten and welcoming our youngest Dragons! After only two short days, they are already showing so much independence and are full of joy. It’s a great day to be a dragon!
Rogue Valley Love Your Neighbor Day September 8, 2022 As we remember the lives, homes, and businesses lost to the Alemda and Obenchain Fires, we also remember how our community united in strength, generosity, and compassion. On September 8th, please do some good for someone else. Let’s fill our community with random acts of kindness and continue supporting each other with #roguevalleylove
It was wonderful seeing everyone back and welcoming new students! What a great first week!
ASD is so excited to welcome our new teachers for the 22-23 school year! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to this impressive group of educators.
Verizon hosts 10th Annual Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway
Jackson County, Ore. — Inflation has taken a toll on families in more ways than anyone could have imagined. But, there are a few things that still have to be done no matter what, like making sure your children have back-to-school supplies.
For parents who are struggling and need extra help with that, the Cellular Connection for Verizon is hosting their 10th Annual Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway.
“Every location we have around the country gets from 150-200 backpacks every year and they come filled with school supplies from folders, rulers, paper, pencils and pens,” said Daniel Varela, District Manager for Southern Oregon TCC Verizon.
According to Varela, they have four locations in Southern Oregon and the event will take place July 31 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
“We ask that when you do show up that you bring your child with you so we can hand them the backpack," Varela said. "We just encourage everyone to come out, we will have food vendors and games for everyone to enjoy as well.”
The locations are:
Grants Pass
498 Union Ave
142 NE Terry Lane
Medford
1779 N. Riverside
1315 Center Drive
“We have five $10,000 scholarships we will be giving away as well across all our locations," Varela said. "There's a little QR code that we can get them signed up for the potential to win one of these $10,000 scholarships, so when they come get a backpack we’ll help them out with that part as well.”
They will be announcing the winner a few weeks after the giveaway and will contact each person that won.
See the original story here:
https://ktvl.com/news/local/backpack-and-school-supplies-giveaway-verizon-cellular-connection-folders-rulers-pens-pencils-southern-oregon-scholarships
The Ashland Grizzly Football Team is pleased to bring back its GRIZZLY FOOTBALL KIDS CAMP!
This camp is for kids in 3rd-8th grade.
The camp will be held on the Ashland High School Grizzly Football Fields JUNE 27-30 from 10-noon. $25/player
To learn more click the link below for the brochure, or visit the website & register!
https://5il.co/1bwim
https://ashlandfootballclub.com/
AHSA will be hosting a volleyball camp for boys and girls grades 4th-8th starting August 2-4th from 4-6pm at Ashland High School.
Please see the printable form below to sign up!
https://5il.co/1bwin
This week is American School Counselor Appreciation Week! Ashland School District has many talented and dedicated behavioral health specialists. Please take a moment to recognize and get to know the two fantastic people working here at Helman!
Kat Smith: Child Development Specialist
Kat joined the Helman this fall. She brings a wealth of experience, an unflagging optimism, and a contagious sense of humor. She is loving her work with the “littles” (elementary age students in counselor jargon) and has already earned an enthusiastic fan base of students, parents, and staff throughout the school.
Patrick Peters: Student Advocate
This is Patrick’s second year at Helman. He worked as a lawyer for many years, re-evaluated his priorities and sense of purpose and enrolled in a Masters of Social Work program. He can be found literally in every room and outdoor space at Helman, supervising games, filling in for a classroom EA, taking a distraught child on a soothing walk, tutoring one-on-one and more. Patrick’s calm reassuring demeanor and ability to pivot in a quick instant has been invaluable during this year’s constantly changing support needs.
Check out Michelle Cuddeback, Helman Principal all dressed up! 3rd grader at Helman Elementary, Vyla Jovick, earned a reward for her whole class by writing a positive note to a classmate, recognizing their hard work. She chose to dress the Principal, and all of her classmates were able to join in the fun!
