Aspen High School

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Dear Students and families,

We had an extraordinary Experiential Education (Ex Ed) week! Whether your student was rafting down a river, backpacking through the wilderness, exploring original art and photography, diving into aviation, philosophy, and culture, or engaging with our local community, this week was a powerful way to launch the school year. We are incredibly fortunate to begin each academic year by building community through Ex Ed. As the only public school district accredited by the Association of Experiential Education (AEE), we take immense pride in offering these transformative experiences. Time and again, our students share that Ex Ed is among the most—if not the most—formative and memorable aspects of their high school journey.

School is now in full swing and we look forward to seeing families for our in person Back to School Night next week: Thursday, September 2nd at 5:30pm.

Thursday, September 4th 5:30pm in this AHS Commons

This is a night for parents to hear about the 25-26 school, and to attend all of their student’s classes!

Doors open at 5pm and families may pick up a PSAT/SAT score reports and visit with the AHS Boosters to pick up some AHS swag. Our program begins promptly at 5:30pm.

We are a cellphone free school. No phones may be visible in the building until after 3:20pm; students may not use personal devices like Mac Books; and students may only use wired headphones during class time at a teacher’s direction.

To ensure the safety and security of our school, students and visitors may only enter the high school via the main doors facing Tiehack. The buzzer at the staff doors behind the school has been disabled.

• Students may only have 7 unexcused or parent excused absences per semester, or they risk losing credit (either WF or F).

• The Tardy policy has changed: students have 10 minutes to be marked tardy. At 11 minutes they are absent.

• Attendance & Tardy will impact Eligibility.

• Eligibility will apply to all Aspen High School Activities (athletics, choir concerts, band concerts, theater performance, field trips, Model UN, FBLA, etc.)

• Students may not have an F in any course or they are ineligible.

• In addition to grade checks, we will have a weekly attendance check, too.

• Once a student has 4 tardies in a week, they are ineligible.

• Once a student has 2 unexcused absences in a week, they are ineligible.

• We will be rolling this out slowly so that teachers, students, families, and coaches have time to understand the system and its consequences. No one will be held ineligible until late September.

1st Home Softball Game: Thursday, September 4th
1st Home Soccer Game: Saturday, September 6th
1st Home Tennis Match: Tuesday, September 9th
1st Home Football Game: Friday, September 12th
1st Home Volleyball: Thursday, September 18th
Cross Country Home Meet (Chris Severy Invitational): Saturday, October 4th

• AHS classes begin at 8am and end at 3:20. Click here for the Bell Schedule.
• We will have Early Release Wednesday once a month. See the link above for the exact dates.

• Reminder, Juniors and Seniors may leave campus for lunch; they may not come and go during free periods, just lunch. All 9th & 10th graders must stay on campus until they are dismissed for the day.
• Click here to learn more!

• Get a head start on your career interests with the AHS Virtual Internship Program! This unique semester-long pilot course offers rising 10th and 11th grade students hands-on experience solving real business challenges working for a real company or organization in diverse fields of interest. Beyond the virtual internship, students will master resume building, interviewing, and professional communication, preparing for college and career beyond. Discover passions, explore exciting career paths, and gain the confidence and skills to succeed outside of school!

• This pilot course will be offered next year Semester 2. If you or your student would like to enroll, please contact your counselor, Josh or Kearstin. If you have any questions about the course, please contact Diane Godfrey at dgodfrey@aspenk12.net or (970) 300-2144.

Welcome to the 2025–26 AHS Booster Club!

Be part of something special at Aspen High School! The AHS Booster Club is a fun, parent-run group that supports our student-athletes, clubs & activities all year long. From Homecoming and Senior Celebrations to Supplemental Team Swag & Equipment—we make the magic happen behind the scenes.

Why Join?

Whether you’re a Family Member or a Business Sponsor, you’ll get awesome perks:

• Free entry to home games & events
• $20 concession card
• One-time 15% off merch
• Your name or logo on our Interactive Wall of Fame
• Business (or Family) Sponsors also get banners in the stadium & gym, shoutouts on video displays, in print, and recognition at events

Make a real impact!

Your support also fuels team gear, spirit events, banquets, rose ceremonies, scholarships, and so much more.

This year, we’re expanding our Wall of Fame in the main gym lobby—come be a part of it!

Ready to join?

Become a Family Member

Become a Business/Corporate Sponsor

Questions? Email us at aspenbooster@gmail.com

Go Skiers!

Please click here for Aspen School District's Nutrition Newsletter from our very own Director of Nutrition Services, Tenille Folk! This newsletter covers all things nutrition from school menus to helpful information and instructions on how to fund your student's lunch accounts.

Hello students and parents! A few important updates from Post Secondary Counseling:

SENIORS (and Senior Parents) - We are off and running to get you ready for your applications and other post secondary planning. Please review the info below:

• First Senior Parent evening presentation (virtual): Wednesday September 2 at 5:30pm. We will focus on the application and post secondary timeline, and will hear words of advice from our admissions representative at University of San Diego. Please use the link below to join.

https://aspenk12-net.zoom.us/j/81101699230?jst=3

• Parent Response form: Parents, if you haven’t done so already, please fill out this parent response form which really helps us write robust counselor letters of recommendation for your student.

• Individual Meetings: All seniors should be scheduling meetings with their counselor. Please use the scheduling link on the Class of 2026 webpage and schedule a time when you do not have class.

• Financial Aid/FAFSA: We will

JUNIORS (and Junior Parents) - We look forward to working with you! We start meeting with Juniors after Thanksgiving. However, if you/your student is very eager to get started, you can send an email, or, if needed, book an earlier appointment on the Class of 2027 webpage.

ALL STUDENTS: Our admissions representative from Villanova University will be at Aspen High School outside the Commons on Friday September 5 from 1:50-4. If you have a free period, swing by the table and learn about this great school!

Want to get involved at Aspen High School? Whether you're interested in joining the Aspen High School Parent Group, exploring volunteer opportunities, or simply staying connected to our school community, we’d love to hear from you! Please take a moment to fill out this form with your contact information and areas of interest. We are also seeking a few families to sponsor/co-sponsor our teacher appreciation back-to-school events. If you are interested in sponsoring or have any questions regarding parent involvement opportunities, please contact Alyssa at aspenhighschoolparentgroup@gmail.com.

Principal, Aspen High School

School Phone #: (970) 315-3516

Email: sstrassburger@aspenk12.net
Website: https://ahs.aspenk12.net/en-US
Location: 235 High School Road, Aspen, CO, USA
Aspen School District Main Phone #: (970) 925-3760
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspenHighSchool