🌟 National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 🌟
We are so proud of our newest members of the National Honor Society! 🎓✨
These outstanding students have demonstrated excellence in Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character — the four pillars of NHS. Their hard work, integrity, and dedication to both their studies and community truly make them role models for their peers.
The ceremony was a beautiful reminder of what it means to lead with purpose and compassion. 💛💙 Congratulations to all of our inductees — we can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll continue to accomplish! 🙌
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Our amazing Ash Fork School staff brought the emotions to life today by dressing up as characters from Inside Out 2! From Joy to Sadness, Anger to Disgust, and even Anxiety — everyone showed their true colors (literally 😄).
It was such a fun and creative way to celebrate teamwork, positivity, and the power of emotions in learning! 💫
Can you guess who Mr. Staples dressed up as?
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🎃👻 Join us for a Spooktacular Night! 👻🎃
Ash Fork High School’s Class of 2027 invites you to our Halloween Carnival!
Enjoy food, carnival games, a haunted house, cotton candy, shaved ice, and more!
🗓 October 30, 2025
📍 Ash Fork School Bus Barn
🕕 6 PM – 8 PM
🎟 Free admission | 25¢ per ticket
Come in costume and bring your family for some frightfully fun festivities! 🕸🦇
The Class of 2027 will be hosting the Cake Walk Booth at our Halloween Carnival, and we’d love your help to make it a sweet success!
We’re asking for donations of yummy baked goods—they can be homemade or store-bought. Please bring them to the school by 5:30 PM on Thursday, October 30th.
If you’d like to participate, simply fill out the form below.
👉 Sign up to donate some baked goods
Thank you for supporting our students and adding a little extra sweetness to the fun!
Ash Fork Schools will have an early release day.
🗓️Thursday, October 23, 2025
⌚@1:30 PM
This early release is for Parent/Teacher Conferences.
⭐Kindergarten-2nd: By appointment
⭐ 3rd-12th: First come, first serve
Ash Fork High School Homecoming Bonfire
Join us on Thursday, October 16, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Ash Fork School Bus Barn Parking Lot for an evening of community, school spirit, and fun. Enjoy music, shaved ice, cotton candy, and great food—all while celebrating Homecoming with friends and family.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to attend.
The Class of 2026 will be selling tamale plates for $10, hotdog plates for $8, and hamburger plates for $8.
To preorder, please call (602) 670-9533 and include your name, plate choice, and quantity. Payments can be made with cash or card at checkout.
Join us for our upcoming Governing Board Meeting.
Stay informed and engaged with the decisions shaping our school.
🗓️Date: October 14, 2025
⏱️Time: 5:00 PM
👤In person: Ash Fork Schools (Room 117)
All are welcome to attend!
LeadWorthy is an essential class for all 6th-grade students at Ash Fork Schools, dedicated to leadership and character education that empowers students to lead with purpose and compassion. One of the standout experiences in LeadWorthy is delivering speeches. Students often recall the excitement and nervousness that accompany their first presentation.
While speaking in front of peers can be daunting, the initial nerves quickly transform into a powerful opportunity to showcase their skills. Students are given ample time to organize their thoughts using graphic organizers and prepare with index cards, setting them up for success.
During their presentations, two supportive classmates sit beside them, creating a positive atmosphere. The speech rubric focuses on key elements such as posture, eye contact, timing, tone of voice, and overall completion of the speech. After each presentation, students receive affirmations and constructive feedback that highlights areas for growth, ensuring they are equipped to build on their successes and improve each time. This process instills a sense of confidence and empowerment.
As Luke confidently stated, “Practicing speeches fosters essential social interactions for future jobs and business opportunities.” Layla echoed this sentiment, saying, “It prepares you so that if you need to give a speech for a job, you know exactly what to do.” Mark pointed out, “If you aspire to be president, mastering the art of delivering speeches is vital to your success.” Furthermore, Davian emphasized, “When it’s time to give a speech, you’ll know to plan and practice in advance, which will eliminate any fear of public speaking.”
Power Yoga Comes to Ash Fork High School
This quarter, Ash Fork High School introduced its very first Power Yoga class, taught by English teacher Staci Martin. Ms. Martin, who has been teaching high school English for 11 years, also holds advanced yoga certifications, including a 200-hour certificate earned in Tucson, Arizona (2014) and a 500-hour certificate earned in Kathmandu, Nepal (2018).
Power Yoga is a dynamic, strength-based style of yoga that builds stamina, flexibility, and focus. Recently, the class has also been exploring Yin Yoga, a slower-paced style focused on stretching connective tissues and cultivating patience. Together, these practices provide both challenge and calm for students.
The class meets every Monday and Wednesday, earning students PE credit while also giving them the opportunity to graduate with a yoga teaching certificate—a credential typically valued at around $3,000.
For many students, yoga is more than just exercise. Arlette S. shared, “I always look forward to yoga; it has helped me with stress and sports!” Eva A. added, “Yoga is my favorite because it helps me relax from all the stressful college classes I am taking.”
Others emphasized the mental benefits. Gabby G. explained, “Yoga helps me be stress-free because it releases the tension I have accumulated throughout the week.” And Laney T. described it as a personal retreat: “Yoga helps me because it’s a time when I don’t have to be anyone or think of anything; I can just breathe and relax in this space.”
With Power Yoga now part of the curriculum, Ash Fork students are discovering a practice that builds strength, stillness, and self-confidence—skills that extend far beyond the yoga mat.
Join us for our upcoming Governing Board Meeting.
Stay informed and engaged with the decisions shaping our school.
🗓️Date: September 09, 2025
⏱️Time: 5:00 PM
👤In person: Ash Fork Schools (Room 117)
All are welcome to attend!
Law enforcement confirmed that the individual was no longer a threat, and at that point, we lifted the lockdown.
At no time were students or staff in danger. The safety of our students is always our top priority, and we appreciate your support and understanding.
Debido a las condiciones del clima, el Glow-a-thon ha sido cancelado. Gracias por su comprensión, y compartiremos cualquier actualización si el evento se reprograma.
