Daily Announcements
01/15/2021
Friendly reminder - It is School Policy that everyone must wear a mask at school. The mask must be worn correctly. This means it must cover the mouth and the nose at all times. Teachers and students please wear your mask at all times to protect each other.
Panthers will host the Fouke Panthers tonight. We will recognize all our Seniors. Ceremonies will begin at 5:30. Varsity girls will begin play at 6:00 with Varsity Boys following.
Games on the schedule for Saturday have been cancelled.
01/13/2021
LifeTouch will be here today for picture retakes. Those students that have not had your picture made this school year need to do so.
01/12/2021
Report Cards go out today. During 3rd period.
LifeTouch will be here tomorrow for picture retakes. Those students that have not had your picture made this school year need to do so. These pictures are used for the yearbook. Make sure you pick up a picture envelope from an English Class.
Panthers will host Harmony Grove tonight. 9th grade girls will begin play at 5:00 with Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys following. Good Luck Panthers
01/11/2021
LifeTouch will be here Wednesday, January 13 for picture retakes. Those students that have not had your picture made this school year need to do so. These pictures are used for the yearbook.
Girls Track practice will begin today, Monday, January 11. Coach Baker
01/08/2021
LifeTouch will be here Wednesday, January 13 for picture retakes. Those students that have not had your picture made this school year need to do so. These pictures are used for the yearbook.
Girls Track practice will begin Monday, January 11. Coach Baker
Panthers will travel to Centerpoint today. 9th grade boys will begin play at 5:00 with Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys following. Good Luck Panthers
01/07/2021
The Blood Drive was a success! We were able to exceed our goal of 32 donors. Thank you students and staff for your participation!
LifeTouch will be here Wednesday January 13 for picture retakes. Those students that have not had your picture made this school year need to do so. These pictures are used for the yearbook.
Girls Track practice will begin January 11. Coach Baker
All Panther Wrestlers need to meet at the fieldhouse after 5th period today.
01/06/2021
Girls Track practice will begin January 11. Coach Baker
Student Council is hosting the Blood Drive today. Sign up between classes in the cafeteria with Mrs. Rowe. If you signed up someone will come by your class to get you to go give blood at that time.
Lifetouch will be here next Wednesday to do retakes. Everyone that did not have their picture made will need to have your picture taken for the year book. Flyers will be handed out in your English classes tomorrow.
01/05/2021
All of Coach Cross’s and Coach Sheppard’s classes will meet in the gym every day this week.
Student council is hosting a blood drive tomorrow, January 6. If you would like to donate please sign up at lunch or stop by Mrs. Rowe’s room and pick up a permission slip. Your donation can save lives!!
Girls Track practice will begin on January 11. Coach Baker
Panthers will travel to Prescott today. 9th-grade girls will begin play at 5:00 with Varsity girls and Varsity boys following. Good Luck Panthers
01/04/2021
2nd 9-weeks ends today. The 3rd 9-weeks begins tomorrow.
All of Coach Cross’s and Coach Sheppard’s classes will meet in the gym every day this week.
12-15-20
Coach McElroy and Mrs. Tipton want to celebrate 3 students that have accomplished what only 2 other students have done at AHS and very few statewide. They have passed the Microsoft Office Specialist EXPERT Certification which is extremely challenging! A big congratulations to Tessah Hawk, Michael Clegg and Douglas Marshall!!
Also, the following passed their MOS Certification in Word:
Lindsey Davis
Zaniyah Alexander
Joseph Scott
Faurice Scott
Elijah Ferdinand
Panthers and Pantherettes will host the Genoa Dragons tonight. 9th grade girls will begin play at 5:00 p.m. with Varsity girls and Varsity boys following. Good Luck to all our Panther teams.
12-14-20
Congratulations to the following band members who were selected to the Jr. All Region Band: Will Ringgold 1st band, 4th chair Trumpet, Michala Scarborough 1st band 12th chair Trumpet, Luke Barnes 2nd Band 4th chair.--
9th grade Panthers and Pantherettes will travel to Nashville today. 8th grade girls will begin play at 4:30 with 8th grade boys, 9th grade girls and 9th grade boys following. Good Luck to all our Panther teams.
12-11-20
Reminder - The deadline to return schedule change request forms is today.
Today is the last day to donate toys to the Annual Christmas Toy Drive. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas! There will be a sweet reward for the Grade that brings the most. Juniors are in the lead at this time.
Monday, December 14, 2020, Ugly Sweater Day!!! Wear your Ugly Swear to school.
Congratulations to the following band members who were selected to the Four States Bandmasters Honor Band.
Braydon Porter
Tryston McCandless
Liza Embry
Green, Dustin
Caylee Turner
Congratulations to the following students in the Survey of Business classes that have passed their MIcrosoft Office Certification in Word:
Jason Coy
MIchael Smith
Alasyia Jackson
Anna Arnold
Caroline Wrinkle
Rylee Youngblood
Aubri Gathright
Clifford Harris
12-10-20
Reminder - The deadline to return schedule change request forms is tomorrow, Friday, December 11th.
Senior retakes are today in the Coffee Shop area. We will announce who to release for retakes by name. Do not send any students for retakes unless we have announced their name.
Reminder the Annual Christmas Toy Drive has begun. The drive will take place until December 11th. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas! There will be a sweet reward for the Grade that brings the most. Juniors are in the lead at this time.
12-09-20
Reminder - The deadline to return schedule change request forms is Friday, December 11th.
Senior retakes have been scheduled for this Thursday, December 10. This will be cap and gown only. Cap and Gown will be provided by the photographer. Every senior that did not have their picture taken needs to have a retake. These photos will go in the Yearbook and on the Senior Composite in the Entry Way.
Reminder the Annual Christmas Toy Drive has begun. The drive will take place until December 11th. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas! There will be a sweet reward for the Grade that brings the most. Juniors are in the lead at this time.
Congratulations to the following students that have passed the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Word in the Survey of Business Classes:
Amya Thomas
Douglas Marshall
Ronald Booth
Nash Brown
Ella Bowman
Samantha Fowler
12-07-20
Reminder - The deadline to return schedule change request forms is Friday, December 11th.
Senior retakes have been scheduled for this Thursday, December 10. This will be cap and gown only. Cap and Gown will be provided by the photographer. Every senior that did not have their picture taken needs to have a retake. These photos will go in the Yearbook and on the Senior Composite in the Entry Way.
Reminder the Annual Christmas Toy Drive has begun. The drive will take place until December 11th. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas! There will be a sweet reward for the Grade that brings the most. Juniors are in the lead at this time.
Congratulations to the following students that have passed the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Word in the Survey of Business Classes:
Amya Thomas
Douglas Marshall
Ronald Booth
Nash Brown
Ella Bowman
12-03-20
Any student who wants to request a schedule change for second semester needs to go by the counselor's office and pick up a schedule change request form as soon as possible. The deadline to return schedule change request forms is Friday, December 11th.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant will be held tonight at 7:00. Good luck to all our beautiful contestants.
Senior retakes have been scheduled for December 10. This will be cap and gown only.
Ho Ho Ho! It’s time for the Annual Christmas Toy Drive. The Student Council is asking each grade level to donate toys for the children in need in our community. The grade level
with the most toys will get a SWEET reward! The drive will take place until December 11th. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas!
Congratulations to following students who have passed the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams in the Survey of Business Classes:
Anna Vanarsdall
Michael Clegg
Miriam Vermeer
Faith Wade
12-02-20
Any student who wants to request a schedule change for second semester needs to go by the counselor's office and pick up a schedule change request form as soon as possible. The deadline to return schedule change request forms is Friday, December 11th.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant will be held this Thursday, December 3. Jr High will begin at 6:00 and High School will begin at 7:30. Tickets may be purchased at Central Office. There, again, will be limited seating.
Senior retakes have been scheduled for December 10. This will be cap and gown only.
Ho Ho Ho! It’s time for the Annual Christmas Toy Drive. The Student Council is asking each class to donate toys for the children in need in our community. The class with the most toys will get a SWEET reward! The drive will take place until December 11th. Please bring a toy and help give a child a brighter Christmas!
11-19-20
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 3. Jr High will begin at 6:00 and High School will begin at 7:30.
Senior retakes have been scheduled for December 10. This will be cap and gown only.
Panthers will travel to Ozark this Friday to begin the play-offs. Tickets can be purchased online only https://gofan.co/app/events/160078
11-18-20
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been postponed. It will be rescheduled and as soon as the date is set we will let you know.
Panthers will travel to Ozark this Friday to begin the play-offs. Tickets can be purchased online only https://gofan.co/app/events/160078. You can also go to ashdownpublicschools.org and it will take you directly to the link.
11-17-20
Fall Retakes scheduled for this Wednesday have been postponed.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been postponed. It will be rescheduled and as soon as the date is set we will let you know.
Panthers will travel to Ozark this Friday to begin Play-offs. Tickets can be purchase on-line only https://gofan.co/app/events/160078
11-16-20
Mrs. Gray’s 4th-period class will eat 2nd lunch today.
Fall Retakes scheduled for this Wednesday have been postponed.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been postponed. It will be rescheduled and as soon as the date is set we will let you know.
Panthers will travel to Ozark this Friday to begin the play-offs. As soon as we know about tickets we will let you know.
11-12-20
Fall Retakes have been postponed.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been postponed. It will be rescheduled and as soon as the date is set we will let you know.
No football this Friday. Panthers will travel to Ozark next Friday to begin Play-offs.
11-10-20
Fall Retakes will be Wednesday, November 18. This is NOT Senior retakes this is regular fall picture retakes.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty pageant has been postponed. It will be rescheduled and as soon as the date is set we will let you know.
No football this Friday. Panthers will travel to Ozark next Friday to begin Play-offs.
11-9-20
Seniors: Ms. Kelsey is setting up appointments to help you complete FAFSA tomorrow. Please let her know today if you would like an appointment
Fall Retakes will be Wednesday, November 18. This is NOT Senior retakes this is regular fall picture retakes.
The AHS Top 4 Beauty Pageant will be held this Sunday in the auditorium. Jr. High division will be at 3:00 and the High School division will be at 6:00. There will be limited seating of 100 per division.
Congratulations to the Panthers on their victory over Ft. Lake Friday. Panthers will begin play-offs not this Friday but next Friday. We will announce more information as we get it.
11-4-20
Homecoming Week – Dress up tomorrow is “What’s your spirit animal? Dress your favorite animal print.
Seniors – Josten’s will be here today. Make sure you have your orders ready. We will call you out on the intercom when they are set up and ready.
Beauty Pageant Entry Fees/Most Photogenic entry fees are due by this Friday. We need all Pageant participants to meet in the Auditorium at the beginning of 3B today for a short meeting.
There will be an informational meeting for anyone wanting to try out for Panther softball Thursday right after school in room 515. If anyone has any questions, please see Coach Pelotte
After Monday's totals the Freshmen lead the food drive with the Seniors in 2nd followed by the Juniors and the Sophomores. Please bring your contribution to our most important event of the week! All proceeds go to benefit the local food pantries.
Panthers will host the Ft. Lake Cobras for our Homecoming game this Friday. Kick-off is at 7:00.
11-2-20
Homecoming Week – Today was dress as your favorite Disney Character. Tomorrow is Dress in your tackiest tourist outfit.
It’s time to vote for your AHS 2020 homecoming queen! Ballots are in your inbox. Voting ends Tuesday at 3:14.
Food Drive Competition starts today. You need to bring can goods to the office. They must be labeled with your grade on them. Place them on the specified tables.
Seniors – Josten’s will be here Wednesday. Make sure you have your orders ready.
Last call for Beauty Pageant Entry Forms. Get those turned in to the office today.
AWESOME job to all of our Drama Department. “Annie” was a great success! Thank you for all your time and hard work that you put into it.
Panthers will host the Ft. Lake Cobras for our Homecoming game this Friday. Student Game tickets will go on sale in the office tomorrow. Adult tickets will be purchased at Central Office only. Limit of 2 per person.
10-30-20
AHS Drama Department will be performing “Annie” for the high school students this morning. Tickets are on sale in the office for $3. You must have a ticket to attend. No tickets will be sold at the door. Students will report to their classrooms and will be dismissed by the intercom to go over to the auditorium.
The last day to buy a $20.00 yearbook is today. The price will increase to $30.00 on Monday.
Deadline to turn in Entry Form for the Miss AHS pageant is today.
Any 10th-12th Grade GT (TARGETS) student that wants to play Quiz Bowl this year needs to see Mrs. Simmons by this Friday, October 30?
Panthers will travel to Joe T. Robinson tonight. Kickoff is at 7:00. Boys need to be released at 11 to go directly to the fieldhouse. Good Luck Panthers!!
10-27-20
Choir Students will meet in the Commons classroom during 2nd period today.
Seniors, You should be receiving an information video to watch on your school email from Ms. Kelsey Smith. Packets will be available in Mrs. Rowe’s classroom beginning Thursday.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. The deadline to turn in the Entry Form is October 30th.
Also, Football Playoff shirts are for sale. Come by the office to order one if you would like. T-shirts are $10 and Hoodies are $20.
Flu Clinic will be held here tomorrow morning.
Pantherettes will travel to Piggott today. Game time is 7:00. Good Luck Ladies!!!
10-23-20
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Deadline to turn in Entry Form is October 30th.
AHS cheerleaders have homecoming shirts for sale until Monday, October 26th. Please see a cheerleader if you'd like to purchase one.
Also Football Playoff shirts are for sale. Come by the office to order one if you would like. T-shirts are $10 and Hoodies are $20.
The Panthers will host the Arkadelphia Badgers tonight. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are still on sale in the office until 12:00 today. There will be limited ticket sales at the gate so make sure you let your parents know.
10-21-20
Report cards will go out during 3rd period today. Monday will be a Virtual day for students and Faculty. There will be no On-Site learning for that day.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Deadline to turn in the Entry Form is October 30th.
AHS cheerleaders have homecoming shirts for sale until Monday, October 26th. Please see a cheerleader if you'd like to purchase one.
Panther fans, Friday is pink out. Help us raise awareness for breast cancer as the Panthers take on Arkadelphia and wear your pink!
10-20-20
Seniors: Today and tomorrow are College Application Days! Ms. Kelsey will be in Mrs. Rowe's room to help you fill out college applications.
Juniors, Josten’s will be here tomorrow to order class rings. If you have not picked up a packet come by the office to pick one up. You will need your order form filled out and payment ready when they get here.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. The deadline to turn in the Entry Form is October 30th.
AHS cheerleaders have homecoming shirts for sale until Monday, October 26th. Please see a cheerleader if you'd like to purchase one.
Panther fans, Friday is pink out. Help us raise awareness for breast cancer as the Panthers take on Arkadelphia and wear your pink!
Game Tickets are on sale in the high school office for students. Tickets again are limited. Get yours today.
10-19-20
Juniors, Josten’s will be here Wednesday, October 21st to order class rings. Ms. Kelsey sent you a video make sure you watch it and get the information you need. Pick up your packet in Mr. Hopkins’ classroom. If you do not have Mr. Hopkins come by the office to pick up a packet. You will need a packet filled out when they get here Wednesday.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
Congratulations to the Panthers on their victory over the Nashville Scrappers. Way to go Panthers.
10-16-20
Juniors, Josten’s will be here Wednesday, October 21st to order class rings. Ms. Kelsey sent you a video make sure you watch it and get the information you need. Pick up your packet in Mr. Hopkins’ classroom. If you do not have Mr. Hopkins come by the office to pick up a packet.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
Congratulations to our Pantherettes on their victory over CAC yesterday. They finished the regular conference 9-2. Playoffs begin next week. As soon as we know when the games will begin and where we let you know.
Panthers will host the Nashville Scrappers tonight. Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m. Good Luck Panthers
10-15-20
Juniors, Josten’s will be here Wednesday, October 21st to order class rings. Ms. Kelsey sent you a video, make sure you watch it and get the information you need. Pick up your packet in Mr. Hopkins’ classroom. If you do not have Mr. Hopkins come by the office to pick up a packet.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
Panther fans we want to “OUT SHINE” the Scrappers in the stands so Wear your neon colors this Friday.
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to serve on the 20-21 SkillsUSA Officer and Leadership Team:
President Sara Huddleston
Vice President Addison Smedley
Secretary Reagan Burden
Treasurer Chloe Silva
Parliamentarian Bannon Price
Reporter Allison Garner
10-13-20
“B” Day today. Students today is the last day of the 1st 9-weeks.
Juniors, Josten’s will NOT be here tomorrow. They will be here Wednesday, October 21st to order class rings.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are now in the office. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
Reminder - The ballot for homecoming maids is in your school email. Voting will end today at 3:15. Please get your votes in.
Panthers will host the Nashville Scrappers this Friday night. Students can purchase tickets at the high school office. Parents can purchase tickets at Central Office only. Limit 2 per person.
Also, Panther fans we want to “OUT SHINE” the Scrappers in the stands so Wear your neon colors this Friday.
10-12-20
“A” Day today. Students if you come to school without a mask you will be required to call your parent to bring you one.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Entry Forms are in the office. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
2020 Flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2020, starting at 9:00 a.m. All flu forms are due by October 12th. You can pick up forms from your English class.
The ballot for homecoming maids is in your school email. Voting will end Tuesday, October 13 at 3:15. Please get your votes in.
Panthers will host the Nashville Scrappers this Friday night. Students can purchase tickets at the high school office. Parents can purchase tickets at Central Office only. Limit 2 per person.
Tickets will go fast so get yours as soon as possible. Also, Panther fans we want to “OUT SHINE” the Scrappers. Wear your neon colors this Friday.
10-08-20
“A” Day today.
Students if you come to school without a mask you will be required to call your parent to bring you one.
Juniors, the deadline to sign up for the PSAT on October 14th is this Friday. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take this scholarship qualifying exam. Go by the counselor's office to sign up.
Senior girls – If you are wanting your name removed from the Homecoming Court ballot please come by the office to remove your name from the list by this Friday.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
FBLA Students that ordered t-shirts please see Mrs. Tipton. Also, you need to get on the new remind. You are missing important deadlines.
2020 Flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2020, starting at 9:00 a.m. All flu forms are due by October 12th. You can pick up forms from your English class.
Panthers will travel to Malvern this Friday, Kick-off is at 7:00. You may purchase your tickets at Central Office. Seating is limited.
10-06-20
“B” Day today. Students if you come to school without a mask you will be required to call your parent to bring you one.
Any junior who is interested in attending Arkansas Governor's School this summer needs to go by the counselor's office and speak with Ms. Fleming. Also, Juniors, the deadline to sign up for the PSAT on October 14th is this Friday. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take this scholarship qualifying exam. Go by the counselor's office to sign up.
Senior girls – If you are wanting your name removed from the Homecoming Court ballot please come by the office to remove your name from the list.
The MISS AHS Top 4 Pageant will be held Sunday, November 15. Email Mrs. Hillis or Mrs. Garrison with any questions.
2020 Flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2020, starting at 9:00 a.m. All flu forms must be filled out completely and returned to the high school nurse no later than October 12th. You can pick up forms from your English class.
Panthers will travel to Malvern this Friday, Kick-off is at 7:00. You may purchase your tickets at Central Office. Seating is limited.
10-06-20
“A” Day today. Students if you come to school without a mask you will be required to call your parent to bring you one.
Any junior who is interested in attending Arkansas Governor's School this summer needs to go by the counselor's office and speak with Ms. Fleming. Also, Juniors, the deadline to sign up for the PSAT on October 14th is this Friday. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take this scholarship qualifying exam. Go by the counselor's office to sign up.
Senior girls – If you are wanting your name removed from the Homecoming Court ballot please come by the office to remove your name from the list.
If you are needing help with the FAFSA application please see Ms. Kelsey in the counseling center.
2020 Flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2020, starting at 9:00 a.m. All flu forms must be filled out completely and returned to the high school nurse no later than October 12th. You can pick up forms from your English class.
The AHS Knitting club is seeking new members. If you would like to learn to knit or crochet or just spend time with people who love to knit or crochet, check your email for a quick google form to sign up for the knitting club.
See Mrs. Silva if you have any questions
The volleyball game for today has been canceled.
Panthers will travel to Malvern this Friday, Kick-off is at 7:00. You may purchase your tickets at Central Office. Seating is limited.
10-01-20
“B” Day today.
The FAFSA application opens today! Contact Ms. Kelsey if you have any questions about how to apply.
For all 9th-12th grade students, If you wish to join SkillsUSA this year, you may pay the $13 dues for National and State Membership by Oct 12 to Mrs. Silva. Remember, if you are a senior and wish to be eligible for SkillsUSA ropes, you must have a current membership your senior year.
Class officer sign up are this week. If you would like to run for a class office fill out the form in your email from Mrs. Jewell. Sign-ups will close Friday afternoon.
Panthers will travel to Bauxite this Friday. There are only a few tickets left if you want to purchase. GO by Central Office today.
9-28-20
“A” Day today.
Students that wish to run for FBLA Officer should see Mrs. Tipton today or tomorrow. Bring dues money if you haven’t already.
There will be an Esports meeting today at 3:20 pm in Mrs. Gray’s room 314.
9-24-20
“A” Day today. Progress Reports will go out today.
The last day to register for the ACT is this Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
FBLA Students that have not paid dues ($20 with the shirt or $10 without) need to see Mrs. Tipton this week and get added to the New FBLA Remind.
There will be an Esports meeting on Monday at 3:20 pm in Mrs. Gray’s room 314.
Panthers will host Harmony Grove this Friday. Students can purchase tickets in the high school office until the end of school today. Limit of 4 tickets per person. $5 each.
9th grade Panthers will travel to Benton Harmony Grove tonight. 9th grade will kick off at 7:00 p.m.
JV Pantherettes will play Lisa Academy here today. JV will begin play at 4:30. Good Luck to all our Panther teams
9-23-20
“B” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day.
Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT exam next month need to go by the counselor's office and sign up. Please read your email from Ms. Fleming - it gives all the details about the exam. This information was sent to your school email on Monday.
The last day to register for the ACT is this Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
Project Prevent Youth Coalition (PPYC) will hold its first meeting of the year in the library at 11:20 today. The meeting should last 30 minutes.
FBLA Students that have not paid dues ($20 with the shirt or $10 without) need to see Mrs. Tipton this week and get added to the New FBLA Remind.
Panthers will host Harmony Grove this Friday. Students can purchase tickets in the high school office. Limit of 4 tickets per person. $5 each.
9-22-20
“A” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day.
Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT exam next month need to go by the counselor's office and sign up. Please read your email from Ms. Fleming - it gives all the details about the exam. This information was sent to your school email on Monday.
The last day to register for the ACT is this Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
Project Prevent Youth Coalition (PPYC) will hold their first meeting of the year in the library at 11:20 on Wednesday 9/23. The meeting should last 30 minutes.
Panthers will host Harmony Grove this Friday. Tickets can be purchased in the high school office. Limit of 4 tickets per person. $5 each.
9-21-20
“B” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day!!!
Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT exam next month need to go by the counselor's office and sign up. Please read your email from Ms. Fleming - it gives all the details about the exam. This information was sent to your school email on Monday.
The last day to register for the ACT is this Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
If you are a senior and have not received your prom favors from last year’s prom please see Mrs. Ardwin.
8/JV Football will travel to Nashville today. 8th grade will begin play at 5:30 with JV beginning at 7:00.
Pantherettes will host the Arkadelphia Badgers today. 8th grade will begin play at 4:30 with 9th grade and Varsity following. Good Luck to all our Panther teams.
Panthers will host Harmony Grove this Friday. Tickets can be purchased in the high school office. Limit of 4 tickets per person. $5 each.
9-18-20
“A” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day.
Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT exam next month need to go by the counselor's office and sign up. Please read your email from Ms. Fleming - it gives all the details about the exam. This information was sent to your school email on Monday.
The last day to register for the ACT is next Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
This is the last week to purchase a parking pass. After this week price will increase to $15.00 and you will be ticketed if you do not have a parking pass.
If you are a senior and have not received your prom favors from last year’s prom please see Mrs. Ardwin.
No Panther Football tonight…
9-17-20
“B” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day.
Progress reports will go out today.
The last day to register for the ACT is next Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
This is the last week to purchase a parking pass. After this week price will increase to $15.00 and you will be ticketed if you do not have a parking pass.
Fall Pictures will be taken this morning. Make sure you have your picture envelope with money ready to give the photographer. Will we call you out on the intercom.
If you are interested in E-sports. Please see Mrs. Gray, room 314 for more information.
Jr. Panthers will host the Ft. Lake Cobras today. 9th grade only. Kickoff is at 6:30. Good Luck Panthers!!
9-16-20
“A” Day today. Students, reminder masks are mandatory every day!
The last day to register for the ACT is next Friday, September 25th. Go to the counseling center to get help signing up!
This is the last week to purchase a parking pass. After this week price will increase to $15.00 and you will be ticketed if you do not have a parking pass.
Fall Pictures will be taken tomorrow morning. Make sure you have your picture envelope with money to give the photographer.
Students that plan to join FBLA need to see Mrs. Tipton today to order t-shirts. The deadline is Wednesday to get a T-shirt. Join FBLA and get the T-shirt for $20. If you want to join only it is $10.
If you are interested in E-sports. Please see Mrs. Gray, room 314 for more information. In order to participate: You must be in grades 9-12 and fit into the AAA rules/guidelines for extracurricular activities.
Seniors, if you do not have Mr. Hopkins or Mrs. Rowe for English, please stop by the counseling center to pick up a form for FAFSA from Ms. Kelsey.
9-15-20
“B” Day today.
The yearbook staff needs to be released to go to the Makerspace at this time for yearbook training.
This is the last week to purchase a parking pass. After this week price will increase to $15.00 and you will be ticketed if you do not have a parking pass.
Fall Pictures will be taken Thursday, September 17 in the morning.
Students that plan to join FBLA need to see Mrs. Tipton today to order t-shirts. The deadline is Wednesday to get a T-shirt. Join FBLA and get the T-shirt for $20. If you want to join only it is $10.
Do you like eSports? Are you interested in joining our team?
Please see Mrs. Gray, room 314 for more information. In order to participate: You must be in grades 9-12 and fit into the AAA rules/guidelines for extracurricular activities.
Seniors, if you do not have Mr. Hopkins or Mrs. Rowe for English, please stop by the counseling center to pick up a form for FAFSA from Ms. Kelsey.
LifeShare Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive on campus, tomorrow. September 16th. If you would like to donate, please sign up in the cafeteria or stop by Mrs. Rowe’s room to pick up a permission slip. In order to donate, you must have a signed permission slip even if you are over 18.
9-14-20
“A” Day today.
Fall Pictures will be taken Thursday, September 17 in the morning. We will hand out picture flyers in your English Classrooms Monday of next week.
If you are interested in joining FBLA, we have a Virtual Conference Scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 7th. To join, you can pay $20 which includes your National and State dues and a T-shirt. This must be paid by next Tuesday, September 15th. You may join without the T-shirt for $10. Please see Mrs. Tipton.
Do you like eSports? Are you interested in joining our team?
Please see Mrs. Gray or Mr. Palmisano for more information. In order to participate: You must be in grades 9-12 and fit into the AAA rules/guidelines for extracurricular activities.
Seniors, if you do not have Mr. Hopkins or Mrs. Rowe for English, please stop by the counseling center to pick up a form for FAFSA from Ms. Kelsey.
LifeShare Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive on campus on September 16th. If you would like to donate, please sign up in the cafeteria or stop by Mrs. Rowe’s room to pick up a permission slip. In order to donate, you must have a signed permission slip even if you are over 18.
Your student council members are:
President- Lyndon Youngblood
Vice President- Sara Huddleston
Secretary- Addison Smedley
Treasure- Blair Gentry
9-11-20
“B” Day today.
Fall Pictures will be taken Thursday, September 17 in the morning. We will hand out picture flyers in your English Classrooms Monday of next week.
If you are interested in joining FBLA, we have a Virtual Conference Scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 7th. To join, you can pay $20 which includes your National and State dues and a tshirt. This must be paid by next Tuesday, September 15th. You may join without the tshirt for $10. Please see Mrs. Tipton.
Do you like eSports? Are you interested in joining our team?
Please see Mrs. Gray or Mr. Palmisano for more information. In order to participate: You must be in grades 9-12 and fit into the AAA rules/guidelines for extracurricular activities.
Seniors, if you do not have Mr. Hopkins or Mrs. Rowe for English, please stop by the counseling center to pick up a form for FAFSA from Ms. Kelsey.
LifeShare Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive on campus September 16th. If you would like to donate, please sign up in the cafeteria or stop by Mrs. Rowe’s room to pick up a permission slip. In order to donate you must have a signed permission slip even if you are over 18.
Student council elections will be held today. Please check your email for the ballot to vote. Voting will close at 3:14
Panthers will travel to Hope tonight to take on the Bobcats. Kick-off is at 7:30. Good Luck Panthers!!
9-9-20
“B” Day today.
Student council elections will be held this week. If you would like to run please fill out the google form in your email.
Fall Pictures will be taken Thursday, September 17 in the morning. We will hand out picture flyers in your English Classrooms Monday of next week.
Panthers will travel to Hope this Friday to take on the Bobcats. Tickets can be purchased at Central Office only. Seats are limited so get your tickets as soon as possible.
9-8-20
“A” Day today.
Student council elections will be held this week. If you would like to run please fill out the google form in your email.
If you drive to school, you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will be selling parking passes from her classroom from now on. Room #310.
Yearbooks are here. If you purchased a yearbook last year it should be with your English Teacher.
Seniors who would like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day tomorrow.. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
Panthers will travel to Hope this Friday to take on the Bobcats. Tickets can be purchased at Central Office only. Seats are limited so get your tickets as soon as possible.
Pantherettes will host Jessieville today. We will be recognizing the Seniors between the JV and Varsity games. Good Luck Pantherettes!!!!
9-4-20
“B” Day today.
The deadline for schedule change request is noon, today. Complete the counseling center appointment request form.
Student council elections will be held next week. If you would like to run please fill out the google form in your email.
Students that come in late or leave early because of your schedule this year make sure you come by the office and sign in and out.
Reminder - Students need to pre-pay for breakfast and lunch first thing in the morning every day.
If you drive to school, you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will be selling parking passes in the mornings in the student parking lot.
Yearbooks are here. If you purchased a yearbook last year see Mrs. Sheppard in room #313 during your lunch period.
Seniors who would like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day Wednesday, September 9th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
There are no more pre-sale tickets for the DeQueen game. You may be able to purchase at the gate but there are no guarantees.
9-2-20
“B” Day today.
We will NOT intercom for lunch release today. Watch your clock.
Students that come in late or leave early because of your schedule this year make sure you come by the office and sign in and out.
Students need to pre-pay for breakfast and lunch first thing in the morning every day. The cafeteria will start selling a la carte items like chips, water, and Gatorade so please remember to pre-pay.
If you drive to school you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will begin selling parking passes mornings in the student parking lot.
Seniors who like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day Wednesday, September 9th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
Panthers will travel to DeQueen this Friday. Everyone is limited to 2 tickets each. You will pick up tickets at Central office (only) but you will not pay until you present the ticket at the DeQueen Game Gate. If you have any questions just ask.
9-1-20
“A” Day today.
Students need to pre-pay for breakfast and lunch first thing in the morning every day. The cafeteria will start selling a la carte items like chips, water, and Gatorade so please remember to pre-pay.
If you drive to school you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will begin selling parking passes mornings in the student parking lot.
Seniors who like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day Wednesday, September 9th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
Panthers will travel to DeQueen this Friday. Everyone is limited to 2 tickets each. You will pick up tickets at Central office (only) but you will not pay until you present the ticket at the DeQueen Game Gate. If you have any questions just ask.
Congratulations to the Pantherettes on their victory over Baptist Prep last night. Way to go Ladies! The Pantherettes will travel to Mayflower today. They will be dismissed at 12:30.
8-31-20
“B” Day today.
Students need to pre-pay for breakfast and lunch first thing in the morning every day. The cafeteria will start selling a la carte items like chips, water, and Gatorade so please remember to pre-pay.
If you drive to school you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will begin selling parking passes Monday morning in the student parking lot to Seniors only first.
Seniors who like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day Wednesday, September 9th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
Panthers will travel to DeQueen this Friday. Everyone is limited to 2 tickets each. You will pick up a ticket at Central office (only) but you will not pay until you present the ticket at the DeQueen Game Gate. If you have any questions just ask.
Pantherette Volleyball will host Baptist Prep today. 8th grade will begin play at 4:30 with 9th grade and Varsity following. Good Luck Pantherettes.
8-28-20
“A” Day today.
Students need to pre-pay for breakfast and lunch first thing in the morning every day. The cafeteria will start selling a la carte items like chips, water, and Gatorade so please remember to pre-pay.
If you drive to school you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will begin selling parking passes Monday morning in the student parking lot to Seniors only first.
Seniors who like a senior ad in the football program can pick up a form in the office. Forms, ads, and payments are due by the end of the day Wednesday, September 9th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crow.
Reminder - We are pre-selling game tickets for all Varsity football games this year. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in the office. There will be limited seating so purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
8-26-20
Reminder - We are pre-selling game tickets for all Varsity football games this year. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in the office. There will be limited seating so purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
Parents will be allowed to purchase their tickets at the Ashdown Administration building or at the football game gate if available.
If you have purchased a season pass you will have to go to central office and pick up a ticket to enter each home game.
If you drive to school you must have a parking pass. Mrs. Anderson will be selling parking passes beginning Monday morning in the student parking lot to Seniors only first.
March 13, 2020
Professional Development and Parent-Teacher Conferences will be Tuesday, March 17. Students will not have school that day.
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March 12, 2020
Professional Development and Parent-Teacher Conferences will be Tuesday, March 17. Students will not have school that day.
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March 11, 2020
Report Cards go out today
Professional Development and Parent-Teacher Conference will be Tuesday, March 17. Students will not have school that day.
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March 10, 2020
Report Cards go out tomorrow.
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March 6, 2020
Friday, March 6th is the last day of the 3rd 9 weeks. 4th 9 weeks begins Monday, March 9th. Remember to set your clocks forward Saturday night for Daylight Savings Time.
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March 5, 2020
Friday, March 6th is the last day of the 3rd 9 weeks. 4th 9 weeks begins Monday, March 9th.
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March 3, 2020
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March 2, 2020
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February 28, 2020
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February 26, 2020
Students - an announcement from the Arkansas State Police – After you pass the Written part of the Driver’s test you must schedule and appointment to take the Driving part. Go to www.asp.arkansas.gov and select drivers exam for further information.
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February 25, 2020
Reminder - Juniors are taking the ACT this morning, in the 300 hallway.
Students if you have Chromebooks that are docked in the 300 hallway you will not be able to get it until testing is complete for the day.
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February 24, 2020
Tomorrow – Morning library will close at 7:40.
All Juniors will be taking the ACT tomorrow morning, in the 300 hallway. Juniors need to make sure they are in the cafeteria that morning no later than 8:00. Testing room rosters will be posted on the trophy case in the cafeteria and in the 300 hallway outside Mr. Hopkins' classroom. Please check to see where you will be testing. Calculators and pencils will be provided.
Students if you have Chromebooks that are docked in the 300 hallway must pick yours up before 7:45 or you will not be able to get it until testing is complete for the day.
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February 21, 2020
All Juniors will be taking the ACT on Tuesday morning, February 25th in the 300 hallway. Juniors need to make sure they are in the cafeteria that morning no later than 8:00. Testing room rosters will be posted on the trophy case in the cafeteria and in the 300 hallway outside Mr. Hopkins' classroom. Please check to see where you will be testing. Calculators and pencils will be provided.
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February 19, 2020
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February 14, 2020
The University of Arkansas Little Rock recruiter will be here on February 18th. Come by the counseling center to sign up!
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February 13, 2020
All Students need to check your email. There will be a survey that you will need to take during your advisory period today.
The University of Arkansas Little Rock recruiter will be here on February 18th. Come by the counseling center to sign up!
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February 11, 2020
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February 10, 2020
Teachers, we have some late buses this morning.
Tuesday, February 11th, all Juniors will be out for Cossatot's Come Fall in Love event.
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February 7, 2020
Next Tuesday, February 11th, all Juniors will be out for Cossatot's Come Fall in Love event.
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February 6, 2020
Next Tuesday, February 11th, all Juniors will be out for Cossatot's Come Fall in Love event.
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February 5, 2020
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February 4, 2020
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January 30, 2020
Reminder – We are on Advisory again today.
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January 29, 2020
Reminder – We are on Advisory today.
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January 28, 2020
The following seniors do not have senior pictures in the 2020 senior section of the yearbook. In order to have one in the yearbook, you must submit one to Ms. Sheppard by April 15th. No picture will be taken after April 15th. We will not be taking pictures. They have already been taken. You must have it taken yourself. The following seniors have not had one submitted: · Herman Benton · Christian Biddle · Ricky Branscum · Quintravious Grimes · Trey (Roger) House · Christian Litton · Ronaye Jo Porier · Milton Smith · Nicholas Stewart · Lamar Wilkerson · Melanie Phelps
Juniors - Jostens will be here Tuesday, February 4 to hand out class rings.
The Panther Wrestling team will travel to Shreveport today for their meet against Evangel.
Varsity Panthers will host Smackover tonight. 9grade girls will begin play at 5:00 with Varsity Girls and Varsity boys following. Good Luck to all our Panther teams |
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January 27, 2020
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January 24, 2020
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January 16, 2020
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January 15, 2020
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January 14, 2020
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January 13, 2020
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January 10, 2020
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January 9, 2020
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January 8, 2020
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January 7, 2020
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December 17, 2019
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December 16, 2019
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December 10, 2019
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The Purple Pride Marching Band will host their Annual Christmas Concert on Thursday in the Auditorium at 6:00 p.m.
Congratulations to the following freshman band members who were selected for the Jr. All-Region Band: Reagan Burden, Rachel Vice, Dal Ringgold, and Chloe Silva |
December 6, 2019
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Miss AHS 2020 Registration forms will need to be turned in to Ms. Sheppard by December 12th
Congratulations to the following band members selected to the Four States Honor Band: T'Nia Washington, Breana Noble, Reba Mahaffey, Anthony Knudson, Braydon Porter, Noah Pounds, Liza Embry, Jeb Parker, and Xavier Daniels. |
December 4, 2019
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Miss AHS 2020 Registration forms will need to be turned in to Ms. Sheppard by December 12th.
Girls interested in running track, please sign up with Coach McFadden in the Café during both lunches today.
There will be an FBLA meeting tomorrow in Mrs. Tipton’s classroom during A and B lunch. Bring your lunch.
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December 2, 2019
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Miss AHS 2020 Registration forms will need to be turned in to Ms. Sheppard by December 12th.
9th Grade Panthers and Pantherettes will travel to Mineral Springs today. 9th-grade girls will begin play at 5 p.m. with 9th-grade boys following. |
November 22, 2019
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Last day to pay FFA dues. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry today.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard to get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
Congratulations to the following students for passing their Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Word: Caleb Bass Tyler Baldwin Jonathan Denney Cameron Reed
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November 21, 2019
Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out today during 6thperiod, to take Who's Who pictures. |
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FFA members that have paid their dues by this Friday will be going on a Field trip on December 4th. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry to pay dues or for more information.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard to get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
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November 20, 2019
Now is the time to Order your yearbooks at yearbookforever.com. Prices are $40 and will go up soon.
Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out Thursday, November 21, 2019 to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. Little Mermaid Presentation for the high school students will be today at 1:00. Admission is $2 and you will pay at the door. Those students not attending the play will be dropped off at the cafeteria when their class walks out to the Auditorium. All students will be dismissed by intercom. |
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FFA members that have paid their dues by Friday November 22nd will be going on a Field trip December 4th. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry to pay dues or for more information.
FFA will be having it's annual Thanksgiving potluck Thursday, November 21st at 5:30 pm in the Ag building. Please sign up in the Ag building.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard to get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
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November 19, 2019
Now is the time to Order your yearbooks at yearbookforever.com. Prices are $40 and will go up soon.
Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out Thursday, November 21, 2019, to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. Little Mermaid Presentation for the high school students will be Wednesday at 1:00. |
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FFA members that have paid their dues by Friday November 22nd will be going on a Field trip December 4th. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry to pay dues or for more information.
FFA will be having it's annual Thanksgiving potluck Thursday November 21st at 5:30 pm in the Ag building. Please sign up in the Ag building.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard to get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
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November 18, 2019
Now is the time to Order your yearbooks at yearbookforever.com. Prices are $40 and will go up soon.
Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out Thursday, November 21, 2019, to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. Little Mermaid Presentation for the high school students will be Wednesday at 1:00. |
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FFA members that have paid their dues by Friday November 22nd will be going on a Field trip December 4th. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry to pay dues or for more information.
FFA will be having it's annual Thanksgiving potluck Thursday November 21st at 5:30 pm in the Ag building. Please sign up in the Ag building.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
There will be a Wrestling meeting today at 3:45 in BOB.
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November 15, 2019
Now is the time to Order your yearbooks at yearbookforever.com. Prices are $40 and will go up soon.
Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out November 20, 2019, to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. AHS Drama will present “Little Mermaid” for the community on Saturday at 6:00 p.m and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. The presentation for the high school students will be Wednesday at 1:00. |
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FFA members that have paid their dues by Friday, November 22nd will be going on a Field trip on December 4th. Please see Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry pay dues or for more information.
FFA will be having it's annual Thanksgiving potluck Thursday, November 21st at 5:30 pm in the Ag building. Please sign up in the Ag building.
If you want to be in Miss AHS 2020, please see Ms. Sheppard to get the information packet as soon as possible. Registration forms will need to be turned in by December 12th. All information for the pageant will be in this packet.
Congratulations to the following students who passed the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exam in Word 16. They are:
Xavier Brown, Jerri Prickett, Kasey Dinwiddie, Elizabeth Rutledge, Caleb Henry, Isaac Linnett, Reagan Burden, Dylan Rose, Jesse Hinton, Zoe Hogan, Matthew Reed, Quincya Faulks, Shamar Easter, Jeana Paredes, Blake Scheick, Kaiden Parker, Von Thomas, Allison Wooden. |
November 12, 2019
Progress Reports will go out on Wednesday. Best Dressed, Most Friendly, Most Unforgettable, and Most Musically Inclined will take Who’s Who pictures on Wednesday (that’s tomorrow) for the yearbook. Please be prepared for these pictures. Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out November 20, 2019, to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. |
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AHS Drama Club will be performing Little Mermaid on November 20 for the high school students. The cost will be $2.
There will be a PPYC meeting on Wednesday during both lunches in the library.
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Baseball Tryout Meeting today in Coach Cross’ classroom at 4:00. |
November 11, 2019
Progress Reports will go out on Wednesday. Best Dressed, Most Friendly, Most Unforgettable, and Most Musically Inclined will take Who’s Who pictures on Wednesday, November 13, 2019. Most athletic, Most Spirited, Most artistic, and the class clown will be called out November 20, 2019, to take Who's Who pictures. You will be called out of class during 6th period. Please be prepared for these pictures. |
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AHS Drama Club will be performing Little Mermaid on November 20 for the high school students. The cost will be $2.
Mrs. York is winning the FBLA Pie in the Face contest for Ar. Children. Mr. Murry, Mrs. Burden & Mrs. Adekunle really want to win. Let’s make it a contest!
York-$34.00 Burden- $11.00 Murry- $2.00 Adekunle-$2.00
Our goal is to raise $200.00 If everyone contributed just $1.00 FBLA could send AR Children’s at least $400.00 - $500.00 from AHS.
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November 5, 2019
Jostens will be here tomorrow, November 6 to take Senior Orders.
Remember to come by the office and pick up your picture envelope for retakes tomorrow. All students that are wanting a retake and all those that were absent on picture day.
AHS FBLA is raising funds for Arkansas Children's Hospital. Thank you to Mrs. Wortham, Mrs. Burden, Mr. Murray and Mrs. Adekunle that have volunteered for a Pie in the Face. Please donate in the office to the jar of the teacher or administrator that you would like to see get a pie in the face. This fundraiser will run for 2 weeks. Please help us support ACH.
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Congratulations to the 9th grade boys that made the 9th grade basketball team: Kaiden Winfrey, Michael Allen, Jonathan McElroy, Malik Muldrew, Jay’Den Fricks, Blake Scheick, Shamar Easter, Derek Hilton, Rezell Ellis, Marty Lansdell, Adrian Fondren, Xzavier Brown, TJ Matthews, Vonderic Thomas, and Vonderic Stewart
Congratulations PPMB on their First 1st division rating at State Marching contest yesterday. Finishing over all in 7th place. Way to go Band!!! |
October 28, 2019
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Any junior interested in applying for Arkansas Governor's School this summer needs to go by the counselor's office and see Ms. Fleming. Governor's School is a four-week summer program held at Arkansas Tech University.
Seniors, Josten’s will be here today to hand out Senior Packets. We will call you out when they are here and set up.
Reminder, the Flu clinic will be held here tomorrow.
Any student that borrowed a calculator for the ACT Saturday, be sure and return it today. |
October 21, 2019
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Tomorrow, Students will be out of school. Teachers will have professional development from 8-12 and P/T Conferences from 1:00-6:00.
Thursday 10/24 all Juniors and Seniors are going to the College/Career Fair. Busses will load at 8 am and we will return by the end of 3rd period. Permission slips will be given out next Wednesday in your English classes. If you do not have English with Mrs. Murry or Mr. Hopkins please come by the counseling center. |
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Congratulations to all of our Agri Students that represented Ashdown High school the past 2 weeks in Little Rock at the State Fair. Caylee Turner won Grand Champion Arkansas bred goat and top 15 overall in the market goat show. Sam Ratliff won 3rd in division 1 & 2 in Market Lamb show and finished in the top 15 overall. Lyndon Youngblood won the Grand Champion market hog. Lyndon also won reserve Grand Commercial gilt and champion gilt senior showman. Way to go Panthers.
Pantherettes will travel to Ft. Lake today to take on the Cobras. Varsity will begin play at 5:00. Good Luck Pantherettes. |
October 15, 2019
Next Tuesday, October 22, Students will be out of school. Teachers will have professional development from 8-12 and P/T Conferences from 1:00-6:00.
Night Library this week will be on Thursday instead of Wednesday
Dress up for Rival Week: today is Twin Tuesday, Wednesday will be Wavy Wednesday, “Let’s ride the wave to victory” Dress in your best Hawaiian gear. Thursday will be Tacky Thursday, Dress in your tackiest clothes. Friday will be Purple and Gold Day/Apron Judging Day!
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Wednesday is also College Gear Day! So you can pick College Gear or Hawaiian Gear. |
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21st Annual Miss Land O Lights Pageant will be held November 2 at the AHS Auditorium. Entry forms are in the office.
Pantherettes will host Jessieville, tonight. 9th grade will begin play at 4:30 with JV and Varsity following. We will have a pink out student section, so wear your pink. It is also Senior night so come and cheer on your favorite senior.
October 14, 2019
Next Tuesday, October 22, Students will be out of school. Teachers will have professional development from 8-12 and P/T Conferences from 1:00-6:00.
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Wednesday, October 16th is College Gear Day! All faculty and students are encouraged to wear their favorite college gear!!
Flu Clinic will be on October 29th. Flu Shot forms need to be turned back into the office no later than October 14th. |
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21st Annual Miss Land O Lights Pageant will be held November 2 at the AHS Auditorium. Entry forms are in the office.
Pantherettes will host Jessieville, Tuesday. 9th grade will begin play at 4:30 with JV and Varsity following. We will have a pink out student section, so wear your pink. It is also Senior night so come and cheer on your favorite senior. This is tomorrow night.
October 11, 2019
October 16th is College Gear Day! All faculty and students are encouraged to wear their favorite college gear!!
Flu Clinic will be on October 29th. Flu Shot forms need to be turned back into the office no later than October 14th. |
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21st Annual Miss Land O Lights Pageant will be held November 2 at the AHS Auditorium. Entry forms are in the office.
PPMB will march Saturday at War Memorial Stadium in the Showcase of Bands - performance time is 1:36.
2019-2020 FBLA Officers are: President: Chelbi Gathright, Vice-President: Adarrius Hamilton, Secretary: Ansleigh Patrick, Treasurer: Sara Huddleston, Representative: Aly Mills
Serenity Cafe Students and Mrs. Tipton would like to thank the students that are coming in and purchase drinks and slushes. We appreciate your business so much. Please respect that we do not allow students behind the counter with our Baristas. Thank you for respecting the shop and our students.
Panthers will host the Malvern Leopards tonight. Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m. Good Luck Panthers!! Don’t forget to wear your Pink!!
October 9, 2019
October 16th is College Gear Day! All faculty and students are encouraged to wear their favorite college gear!!
Juniors, Parent night with Josten’s will be tonight, from 4-6 p.m. Remember to let your parent’s know.
Flu Clinic will be October 29th. Flu Shot forms need to be turned back into the office no later than October 18th. |
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21st Annual Miss Land O Lights Pageant will be held November 2 at the AHS Auditorium. Entry forms are in the office.
PPMB will march Saturday at War Memorial Stadium in the Showcase of Bands - performance time is 1:36.
October 3, 2019
Students a reminder, today is the last day to purchase Chromebook insurance.
October 8th and 9th are College Application Days! The counseling staff and college recruiters will be in the Library all day to help seniors apply!!
October 16th is College Gear Day! All faculty and students are encouraged to wear their favorite college gear!!
Flu Shot forms are in your English Classrooms. You can pick them up there or in the office. They need to be turned back into the office no later than October 18th.
The PPMB will march Saturday in the 4 States Marching Contest at Grim Stadium in Texarkana, TX at 1 p.m. Admission is $5
The AHS eSports league will be beginning soon! We will be playing League of Legends and Rocket League against schools across the state to decide who is the best. If you are interested, please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314. All skill levels welcome!
Any seniors that are not taking an English class need to see Ms. Sheppard before this Friday, in order to vote for Who's Who.
FBLA students going to the District IV Fall conference next Wednesday. Must pick up permission slips today to turn in by Tuesday.
Congratulations to Lourin Sisemore and Dylan McFadden, Serenity Café’s September employees of the month. They both have gone above and beyond showing leadership skills. |
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This Friday, the cheerleaders will host the “Boot those miners” pep rally. All students are encouraged to wear their camo to support the Panthers!”
October 2, 2019
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
Flu Shot forms are your English Classrooms. You can pick them up there or in the office. They need to be turned back into the office no later than October 18th.
Juniors, Jostens will be here Thursday, October 3 to hand out class ring packets.
The AHS eSports league will be beginning soon! We will be playing League of Legends and Rocket League against schools across the state to decide who is the best. If you are interested, please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314. All skill levels welcome!
Any seniors that are not taking an English class need to see Ms. Sheppard before this Friday, October 4th, in order to vote for Who's Who. |
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FBLA Meeting today, Oct. 2nd during A and B lunch with Mrs. Tipton. We will take nominations for Officers and pick up information for Dist. IV Conference Next Wed. on Oct. 9th
This Friday, the cheerleaders will host the “Boot those miners” pep rally. All students are encouraged to wear their camo to support the Panthers!”
October 1, 2019
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
Flu Shot forms are being taken to your English Classrooms. You can pick them up there. They need to be turned back into the office no later than October 18th.
Juniors, Jostens will be here Thursday, October 3 to hand out class ring packets.
The AHS eSports league will be beginning soon! We will be playing League of Legends and Rocket League against schools across the state to decide who is the best. If you are interested, please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314. All skill levels welcome!
Any seniors that are not taking an English class need to see Ms. Sheppard before this Friday, October 4th, in order to vote for Who's Who.
Pantherettes will travel to Ft. Lake today. 9th grade will begin play at 4:30 with JV and Varsity following. Good Luck Pantherettes.
September 27, 2019
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
Juniors, Jostens will be here Thursday, October 3 to hand out class ring packets.
The AHS eSports league will be beginning soon! We will be playing League of Legends and Rocket League against schools across the state to decide who is the best. If you are interested, please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314. All skill levels welcome!
Any seniors that are not taking an English class need to see Ms. Sheppard before this Friday, October 4th, in order to vote for Who's Who.
Pantherettes will host Arkadelphia today. 7th grade will begin play at 4:30 with 8th and 9th grade following. Good luck Pantherettes!!
September 26, 2019
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
AHS Serenity Café will have a fruit slush machine next week. The flavors of the first month will be Strawberry Kiwi and Blue Raspberry.
Pantherettes will travel to Lisa Academy today. JV will begin play at 5:00 with Varsity following.
9th gr. Panthers will host Harmony Grove tonight. 7 gr. will begin play at 5:30 with 9th grade kicking off at 7:00 p.m. Good Luck Panthers!
September 25, 2019
Arkansas Tech Recruiter will be here tomorrow. Students that would like to meet with him can go by and sign up in the Counseling Center!
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
AHS Serenity Café will have a fruit slush machine next week. The flavors of the first month will be Strawberry Kiwi and Blue Raspberry.
September 24, 2019
Arkansas Tech Recruiter will be here Thursday. Students that would like to meet with him can go by and sign up in the Counseling Center!
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
Pantherettes will travel to Liberty Eylau today. 9th grade will begin play at 4:30 with JV and Varsity following. Good Luck Pantherettes!
September 23, 2019
Arkansas Tech Recruiter will be here next Thursday. Students that would like to meet with him can go by and sign up in the Counseling Center!
Students a reminder, you have until October 4th to purchase Chromebook insurance.
Pantherettes will travel to Malvern today. 8th grade will begin play at 4:30 with 9th and Varsity following.
Panther JV will host the DeQueen Leopards tonight. Kickoff is at 7:30. Good luck to all our Panther teams.
September 20, 2019
Arkansas Tech Recruiter will be here next Thursday. Students that would like to meet with him can go by and sign up in the Counseling Center!
Today is the last day to sign up for the October ACT that will be given on our campus. Go by the counseling center for more info.
It’s the last day to join FBLA and register for the Fall District Conference in October. See Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack.
There will be an FBLA Meeting today during A & B lunch for all student who has joined or plans to join FBLA. Get your lunch and go to Mrs. Tipton’s classroom.
September 13, 2019
Juniors who wish to take the PSAT exam on Wednesday, October 16th, need to go by the counseling center and sign up as soon as possible. See your email for more information
Anyone interested in joining the FFA needs to pay their dues of $20 to Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry. This covers Local, State and National dues along with a subscription to a national publication.
FBLA Deadline is approaching. Get your dues to Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack by next Friday.
At 5:30 on Tuesday, September 17, AHS will be hosting a Super Smash Brothers Ultimate tournament in the cafeteria. Come play and compete with other students to find out who is the best in the school! There will be a $2 entry fee, and prizes will go to the top three competitors. Please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314 to sign up.
Panthers will host the Hope Bobcats tonight. Kick-off is at 7:30. Homecoming coronation will begin at 6:50.
Students that ride the bus home today need to make sure you are at the bus drive at 1:30.
September 12, 2019
Juniors who wish to take the PSAT exam on Wednesday, October 16th, need to go by the counseling center and sign up as soon as possible. See your email for more information
Tomorrow’s dress up is #filterfriday - A Purple and Gold filter from the snap, Will end our week and that’s a Wrap!
Anyone interested in joining the FFA needs to pay their dues of $20 to Mr. Bigham or Mr. Gentry. This covers Local, State and National dues along with a subscription to a national publication.
FBLA Deadline is approaching. Get your dues to Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack by next Friday.
At 5:30 on Tuesday, September 17, AHS will be hosting a Super Smash Brothers Ultimate tournament in the cafeteria. Come play and compete with other students to find out who is the best in the school! There will be a $2 entry fee, and prizes will go to the top three competitors. Please see Mr. Glasgow in room 314 to sign up.
Panthers Golf will travel to DeQueen today.
Panther Volleyball will host Harmony Grove today. 9th grade will begin play at 4:30 with JV and Varsity following. There will be no 8th grade game.
9th gr. Panthers will travel to Camden Fairview today. 8th grade will play at 5:30 and 9th grade will kick-off at 7:00. Good Luck to all our Panthers today.
September 9, 2019
Tomorrow’s dress up is #toocutetuesday – This is the day to impress, Compete with others to be the best.
Food drive – all food items must be marked with your class, freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
All students that would like to join FBLA please see Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack. The membership drive will go through Sept. 20th. Dues are $30.
Serenity Coffee Shop is open every day at 7:30 a.m.
September 5, 2019
Reminder – We have to have a headcount for the homecoming dance, therefore there will be a deadline of this Friday to purchase your homecoming dance ticket. See Mrs. Ringgold.
All students that would like to join FBLA please see Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack. The membership drive will go through Sept. 20th. Dues are $30.
Serenity Coffee Shop is open every day at 7:30 a.m. Go by and see all the new drinks on the menu.
We have a few extra yearbooks for sale. They are $50. See Ms. Sheppard in room 313 to purchase one.
Project Prevent You Coalition will meet in the library Friday at noon.
August 28, 2019
The University of Arkansas recruiter will be here September 19th at 9 am. The Henderson recruiter will be here October 1st at 11:15 am. Juniors and Seniors interested can sign up in the counseling center!
All students that would like to join FBLA please see Mrs. Tipton or Mrs. McCormack. The membership drive will go through Sept. 20th. Dues are $30 and include National, State, and Local dues as well as the t-shirt fee and first conference fee in October. We look forward to another successful year.
Serenity Café will be opening next week.
Mrs. Ringgold’s Tutoring Program will be hosting the Homecoming Dance that will be held after the Homecoming game, September 13. Tickets are $5. She will not begin selling them until tomorrow.
August 26, 2019
Good Morning!!
Parking passes must be purchased by this Friday. At that time if you do not have a 19-20 parking pass in your car parked on the campus you will receive a ticket. |
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Any student that is interested in being the KDQN Correspondent for the fall 2019 semester, please contact Ronda Pounds at rpounds@ashdownschools.org
The AHS Serenity Cafe will open next week. The new Baristas are in training. We will be introducing a new 100% Slush soon in these flavors: Strawberry Kiwi and Blue Raspberry. We look forward to serving you at 7:30 next week! |
August 22, 2019
Good Morning!!
Parking passes must be purchased by Friday, August 30. At that time if you do not have a 19-20 parking pass in your car parked on the campus you will receive a ticket. |
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Class officer elections will be held today.
Students will be voting for Homecoming Court. Voting will be open from 8-3:23. Students will need to vote in the classroom they dock their Chromebooks or in the library if their Chromebook is not there.
Any student that is interested in being the KDQN Correspondent for the fall 2019 semester, please contact Ronda Pounds at rpounds@ashdownschools.org
Pantherettes will host their first Volleyball game tonight. Games will begin at 5:30. Good Luck Pantherettes.
SkillsUSA Membership drive has begun. $13 dues include state and national membership. Pay Mrs. Silva by next Tuesday, August 27 |
August 21, 2019
Good Morning!!
Parking passes must be purchased by Friday, August 30. At that time if you do not have a 19-20 parking pass in your car parked on the campus you will receive a ticket. |
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Class officer elections will be held via an emailed form on Thursday. If you are interested in running, please email Mrs. Smith at ssmith@ashdownschools.org. Deadline to sign up is today by 2:00 p.m.
Any student that is interested in being the KDQN Correspondent for the fall 2019 semester, please contact Ronda Pounds at rpounds@ashdownschools.org
Pantherettes will host their first Volleyball game this Thursday. Games will begin at 5:30.
SkillsUSA Membership drive has begun. $13 dues include state and national membership. Pay Mrs. Silva by next Tuesday, August 27
August 19, 2019
Good Morning!!
Students a reminder, along with all cell phones, all smartwatches are to be off and out of sight.
All students that drive to school must have a parking permit. You will need to see Mrs. Connie Anderson in room 310 to purchase your parking permit. They are $10. |
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Class officer elections will be held via an emailed form on Thursday, August 22. The positions available are President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, and Reporter. If you are interested in running, please email Mrs. Smith at ssmith@ashdownschools.org. Please state the position you would like to run for and what grade you are in. If you are a Student Council Officer, you may not run for class officer. Class officers will have LOTS of responsibility during homecoming week and throughout the school year. If you are not organized and responsible, please do not run.
School Pictures will be taken this Wednesday. You should have picked up your order envelope in your English Classrooms. You will have to provide payment in the envelope to present to the photographer Wednesday.
August 16, 2019
Good Morning!!
Senior Girls will be having a meeting today at 10:45 in the cafeteria. You will be called out by the intercom.
All students that drive to school must have a parking permit. You will need to see Mrs. Connie Anderson in room 310 to purchase your parking permit. They are $10. |
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Class officer elections will be held via an emailed form on Thursday, August 22. The positions available are President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, and Reporter. If you are interested in running, please email Mrs. Smith at ssmith@ashdownschools.org. Please state the position you would like to run for and what grade you are in. If you are a Student Council Officer, you may not run for class officer. Class officers will have LOTS of responsibility during homecoming week and throughout the school year. If you are not organized and responsible, please do not run.
School Pictures will be taken next Wednesday. You will receive your order envelope in your English Classrooms today or tomorrow. You will have to provide payment in the envelope to present to the photographer the day of pictures.
Student Council Officers will meet in the maker space with Mrs. Smith today at 12:00. Please bring your lunch.
August 15, 2019
Good Morning!!
All students that drive to school must have a parking permit. You will need to see Mrs. Connie Anderson in room 310 to purchase your parking permit. They are $10. |
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Class officer elections will be held via an emailed form on Thursday, August 22. The positions available are President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, and Reporter. If you are interested in running, please email Mrs. Smith at ssmith@ashdownschools.org. Please state the position you would like to run for and what grade you are in. If you are a Student Council Officer, you may not run for class officer. Class officers will have LOTS of responsibility during homecoming week and throughout the school year. If you are not organized and responsible, please do not run.
School Pictures will be taken next Wednesday. You will receive your order envelope in your English Classrooms today or tomorrow. You will have to provide payment in the envelope to present to the photographer the day of pictures.