The first Community Friday of the 2026-27 school year at Willow Wind. Welcoming new students and appreciating returning ones. We sang the Willow Wind Song and listened to the book "Say My Name" honoring names from many cultures.
about 10 hours ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Welcome Back! 🍎
Today marked the first day of an incredible new school year. Our students spent the day learning about expectations, connecting with teachers, and enjoying our beautiful outdoor spaces. Here's to a year of growth, learning, and fun! 🏔️🏃♂️
3 days ago, Trish Dorr
Welcome Back to School!
The classrooms are ready, the teachers prepared,
The schools have been spruced up with updates to share.
The buses are rolling—we can't wait to greet you,
A new year begins...who knows what adventures will meet you!
Sports and back-to-school events are in full swing...it's that magical time—the start of another school year!
We are so excited to welcome everyone to the start of the 2026–27 school year. Here's to new friendships, new challenges, new discoveries, and endless possibilities.
It's a great day to be an Ashland student!
5 days ago, Trish Dorr
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
21 days ago, Trish Dorr
Friday we said good bye to our 8th graders - The 8th graders and their 3rd grade buddies celebrated together and took one last photo.
Good luck! We will miss you!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
The Thursday Volleyball Game - Staff vs 8th Graders
Each group won one set......
Lots of fun!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
We love reading in the Garden Classroom and watching the story come alive!
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Debut students picking and processing garden calendula for future projects (soap and lip balm).
3 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Upper School students spent an amazing day at Lake of the Woods.
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
The annual 6th Grade Salad Dressing Challenge! This year students voted and a team won with their "Olisavera's Speciality Sour Dressing". Their recipe was scaled up to be served with the garden grown lettuce at our spring Homegrown Lunch yesterday.
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
New baby birds at Willow Wind today .....
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Today was Spring Homegrown Lunch Day at Willow Wind.
Thanks to Zoe, volunteers and all the students who helped!
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Thank you to everyone who came out to support Willow Wind at our Rummage Sale yesterday!
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
A beautiful May Day Celebration today at Willow Wind -
Our 8th graders did a wonderful job on the May Pole Dance.
Thanks to all of the families who helped!
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
This week students in the hiking elective went "camping" by the creek. Students practiced setting up a tent together and learned how to make sure a campfire is all the way out by using the "drown, stir, drown, feel" method.
4 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Save the Date! Rummage Sale at Willow Wind Community Learning Center May 2nd
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Every student at Willow Wind is starting seeds in the Greenhouse Classroom this spring.
They also found an ant nest in the School Garden Classroom. Spring is here!
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Thanks to the work of our Land Stewards Class led by Emily Bland and our community partners we have improved the fire safe condition of the Willow Wind property. Today was the day to burn the piles - Thanks to all who helped!
5 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
Willow Wind is now accepting Inquiry Forms for Fall 2026.
https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/wwclc/page/inquiry-formsWillow Wind is a K-8 alternative program providing a strong academic foundation while helping students develop a clear sense of self and commitment to making the world a better place. Students are encouraged to ask questions and develop a genuine love of learning.
6 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
A March cabbage harvest and homemade masa tortillas make a great Garden Class snack.
6 months ago, Debra Schaeffer Pew
