Over the past 2 weeks, in the Chionophiles Workshop, students built and tested things to use in the snow, including a sled, a snowball catapult, insulation for our hot cocoa cups, and more. They learned about the science of each of these projects and tested them today on Mt Ashland.
1 day ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Mt Ashland
snow
Every winter we learn about our "garden class pets" the red wiggler worms. We explore all the cool creatures that make the worm bin their home. We make sure to add bedding and food so that we will have castings to add to our garden beds in the spring.
4 days ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
bugs
bugs
bugs
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! 🌟

This January, we’re celebrating the dedicated Ashland School District board members who work tirelessly to support students, staff, and our entire school community. Their thoughtful leadership and countless hours of service make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

Please join us in thanking them for their commitment and service! 👏💙
6 days ago, Webadmin
Graphic with pictures of the Ashland School District Board of Directors
After harvesting, shelling, grinding, leaching, and dehydrating... our acorn flour was finally ready to be made into pancakes!
10 days ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Pancakes 1
Pancakes 2
We had a dance performance by the student led class at Willow Wind. Mila and Grace worked with the group all term and the performance was amazing! Thanks student leaders and dedicated performers!
about 1 month ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Dance
Dance
Finale
Anna and Olive from the Climate Action Club at AHS visited students at Willow Wind to teach them about combating food waste and supporting recycling. Thank you for sharing with us!
about 1 month ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Climate Club
Community Friday Sing-A-Long AND Pajama Day at Willow Wind. Lots of fun!
about 2 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Sing A Long

AHS Culinary Program students were awarded 1st and 2nd place at the inaugural Southern Oregon Kitchen Klash!!!

https://ashland.news/ashland-teams-savor-1st-and-2nd-place-at-inaugural-southern-oregon-kitchen-klash-at-phoenix-high-school/

about 2 months ago, Webadmin
Photo of AHS culinary students with culinary arts teacher, Maryetta Jacques
This morning we celebrated Native American Heritage Month with presentations from family members of Willow Wind students. Thank you very much to our valued presenters - we appreciate you!
2 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Ani Family
Alex & Elder
NASU
The Pumpkin Festival at Willow Wind yesterday was lots of fun. Thanks to all of the parent volunteers and staff who helped make it happen!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
circle
Blaine
Tappers
Today was our first official FUN RUN of the year - Lots of fun and running!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Fun Run
Fun Run
Hey, Willow Wind families! It’s time to unleash your creativity at the Ashland Monster Dash! Sign up now for this costumed fun-run on Saturday, October 25th that raises funds to support our Willow Wind students. ashlandmonsterdash.com

Run, walk, or stroll over the finish line, and let your big ideas shine in the costume contest with prizes for age categories and groups!

Past Monster Dash funds have helped bring amazing resources to Willow Wind, including ping pong sets for the barn, classroom library books, noise-cancelling headphones and more. When you participate, you're directly supporting hands-on learning for our Willow Wind community!

Parents, your help is also needed to make race day magical. Sign up to volunteer and be part of the action. ashlandmonsterdash.com/volunteer

Let's rally together and show what Willow Wind pride looks like!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Monster Dash
Last week the monarch butterflies emerged and were set out into the world. Several classes had been on “chrysalis watch” and saw the metamorphosis. What an exciting moment - Thanks Jen!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Butter Release 5
Butterflies
We are celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day and learning about the importance of acorns as a food source for many Native American tribes. We are processing white oak acorns, leaching them, and drying them so we can make acorn pancakes!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Acorns
Sorting Acorns
Acorn Pancakes
Hispanic Heritage Month celebration today with the help of families coming to share their stories and traditions - Salsa dancing, Guatemalan clothing , traditional dolls and music by Celia Cruz and a pinata.
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
pinata
pinata
We are ready to start the second week of classes tomorrow at Willow Wind. Excited to see all of the students coming back after the long weekend.
See you in the morning!
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Pooh
Welcome
Welcome Everyone! What a fun first day of classes!
See you all tomorrow
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
First Day Kim
Upper School
It was a wonderful Family Workday today at Willow Wind!
Thank you to all of the students and adults who stayed to help weed, trim and harvest. Tomorrow is the first day of regular classes - See you tomorrow!
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
student helpers
weeding
weeding
Looking for a flexible, rewarding way to support your local schools? Become a substitute! We're onboarding for licensed teachers, educational assistants, food service, custodial/maintenance, and secretarial positions.

📍 Ashland School District Office
📅 Friday, August 8 & Friday, August 15
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 885 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR

📩 For more info, email sub_services@soesd.k12.or.us or call 541-776-8590 x1182

Help us make a difference in our schools—one day at a time! 🍎✨
#AshlandSchoolDistrict #NowHiring #SubstituteJobs #SupportEducation
6 months ago, Ashland School District
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