Ash Fork School District

Ash Fork Middle School students created a remembrance window for September 11. Last week, the middle school student leaders asked their fellow students to create art projects at home that could be brought in for the remembrance window.

Today at 10:55 AM, Ash Fork Schools initiated a soft lockdown after receiving a report of an individual with a machete on Park Avenue. Out of an abundance of caution, we immediately contacted the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office.

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.

Join us tonight at 5 PM at Ash Fork Schools for our Parent Engagement Workshop! Discover practical tips and strategies to support your child’s success at school and at home. Plus, all attendees will receive a $2 off coupon for Navajo Taco Night!

Due to weather conditions, the Glow-a-thon has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll share any updates if the event is rescheduled.

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.

Congratulations to our Ash Fork Spartans, past and present, on their incredible runs at the Chino Valley Territorial Days 2-mile, 5-k, and 10-k runs.

There will be no school on Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

Get ready to get your GLOW on!
The 100 Mile Club will be holding their second Glow-a-thon of the year!

🗓️Thursday, September 4, 2025
🕰️7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
💵Food available to purchase

Ash Fork Picture Day is happening this week!
High School will be taking pictures on Tuesday, August 26th
Middle School will be taking pictures on Wednesday, August 27th
Elementary School will be taking pictures on Thursday, August 28th

No payment needed on picture day!
Proofs and ordering info will be sent home at a later date!

⌚Ash Fork Schools will be on a 2-hour delay today due to a power outage.
🚌Buses will run two hours later than their normal schedule.
🥣Please note that there will be no breakfast served today.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
School will begin @9:50 AM.

There will be a nurse coming to school on August 21st to do physicals for Ash Fork Students and Young Marines who need physicals. The physicals cost $30 and will begin at 4:00. Please contact Mr. Hermanson if you have any questions.

🎖️ We’re Honored! 🎖️

Ash Fork School is proud to share that we have received the Commander’s Award from the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program for our outstanding support during the 2024 campaign in the Prescott and Quad Cities areas.

Through the generosity of our students, families, and community, we helped bring the joy of Christmas and a message of hope to children in need. ❤️🎄

A huge thank you to everyone who donated and supported this cause—you’ve truly made a difference! 🙌

#AshFork #ToysForTots #CommunityStrong #MakingADifference

🌟 Did you know Ash Fork has its own 4-H Club? 🌟

Come check out what the Ash Fork Sunsets 4-H Club has to offer at their Open House!
📅 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 🕔 5:00–6:30 PM | 📍 Ash Fork School, Multi Purpose Room

Check out all the projects, meet members, and learn how to get involved in this hands-on youth program!

#AshFork #4H #YouthLeadership #LearnByDoing

🚧 Heads up! Our contractor is starting early! The staff parking lot and bus lane will be closed tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday for resealing. If you were planning to stop by over the weekend, please use the bus barn parking lot instead. Thanks for your flexibility and understanding!

The middle school went to Slide Rock for back to school team building, 2025.

Students formed friendships and encouraged each other through the many outdoor activities of sliding, swimming, and jumping.

🚗🎉 Huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing parents for helping make our new drop-off and pick-up process a success! All students were safely on their way home in just 15 minutes — a great start! We appreciate your patience and support. We’ll only get better from here! 🙌✨ #Teamwork #ThankYouParents #SmoothStart

🏫 Ash Fork Middle School Athletics
📅 2025–2026 Sports Seasons & Start Dates
Fall Sports
Coed Soccer

🏃‍♂️ Practice Begins: August 11, 2025

🏆 First Competition: August 23, 2025

Coed Cross Country

🏃 Practice Begins: August 11, 2025

🏁 First Competition: August 28, 2025

Winter Sports
Girls Basketball

🏀 Practice Begins: October 14, 2025

🏀 First Competition: October 25, 2025

Boys Basketball

🏀 Practice Begins: January 5, 2026

🏀 First Competition: January 27, 2026

Spring Sports
Girls Volleyball

🏐 Practice Begins: February 23, 2026

🏐 First Competition: March 7, 2026

📌 Participation Requirements
To participate, student-athletes must:

✅ Have a current physical on file

✅ Register through Final Forms

✅ Complete a minimum of 8 practice days before competing

✅ Log in and e-sign all current-year forms (returning users)

✅ Pay all required fees prior to the first competition

💵 Fees
$20 per sport

$5 annual Final Forms registration fee (one-time/year)

Sibling Discount: Younger siblings pay half the participation fee, with a minimum fee of $5

🎥 NEW Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures – Please Watch! 🚗

We’ve made a few important updates to help streamline our morning and afternoon routines—especially for families with students in multiple grade levels.

🔄 What’s New?
• All students, including High School, will now be dropped off on Maple Street in the mornings.
• High School pick-up will still take place in front of the school in the afternoon.
• Elementary and Middle School pick-up will be on Maple Street.

Please take a moment to watch this quick video explaining the updated system. Your patience and cooperation are greatly appreciated as we continue improving safety and efficiency for all students.

📞 Questions? Call the front office at 928-637-2561

👉 Watch the video here: https://tinyurl.com/vs45cbzp

#AshForkSchools #MorningDropOff #SchoolSafety #ParentInfo

Welcome back, Spartans!

See you this evening for Open House!