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Thursday was filled with holiday cheer, starting with a festive morning brunch for our preschool, kindergarten, and 3rd through 5th grade students. In the afternoon, our 1st and 2nd graders enjoyed their own holiday celebration filled with fun, laughter, and seasonal activities. Classrooms were full of smiles, games, treats, and creative projects as students celebrated the season together.

Holiday party activities included holiday-themed games, crafts, story time, music, and time spent building friendships and classroom community. These celebrations gave students a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy the joy of the season together.

Monday night, our Kindergarten through 6th grade students put on their Christmas concert. The hallways were beautifully decorated with artwork the students have been working on, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere for families and guests.

Thank you to Ms. Lowry, Ms. Hottinger, and Ms. Remington for sharing your love of music and art and helping make the evening so special for our students and community.

Mr. and Mrs. Claus made a special stop today in the library to visit the good boys and girls in the Akron Elementary.

Wednesday was extra cozy in the elementary! Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Dracon delivered hot chocolate to classrooms, bringing big smiles and warm hands to our students. Nothing beats a surprise treat to brighten the day!

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office invited all Washington County 1st grade classes to participate in their annual Christmas card design contest. Students were encouraged to submit original drawings or pictures celebrating the holiday season.

Prizes were awarded to the top entries:

• 1st Place: $50 (design will be featured on the Sheriff’s Office Christmas card)

• 2nd Place: $30

• 3rd Place: $10

Congratulations to June Crumley for being selected first place for the cover design of this years card and Brexley Crumley for third place!

Lights, camera, celebration!

Our middle school students enjoyed the first of two incentive trips this year with a movie, drinks, and popcorn at Cover 4 Theater in Fort Morgan.

It was the perfect way to celebrate these awesome students and the first semester coming to an end!

Thank you, Cover 4 Theater, for hosting us.

The middle school STEM class has been working on growing crystals. Students explored the science behind crystal formation by observing changes over time, practicing patience, and learning how different variables affect growth. This hands-on activity encouraged problem-solving, curiosity, and critical thinking as students tracked their results and shared discoveries.

Thank you to Mrs. Law for providing engaging and fun STEM activities that spark interest in science and make learning come alive!

Our National Honor Society hosted a cozy campfire reading event where students enjoyed being read to and creating fun crafts. It was a relaxing night filled with stories, creativity, and togetherness!

On Wednesday, our 4th grade classes shared the joy of reading by visiting the 1st grade classrooms and our 5th graders visited the 2nd grade. It was a wonderful time of learning, leadership, and connection for all! 📚

Wednesday night, our FBLA and FFA groups came together to celebrate the holiday season. Students enjoyed a fun evening of building gingerbread houses, sharing lots of laughs, and showing off their creativity. The activity encouraged teamwork, communication, and collaboration as members worked together to design their festive creations. More importantly, the night provided a great opportunity for students to relax, connect across organizations, and strengthen friendships while celebrating the joy of the season.

A holiday tradition for the Life Skills class is caroling around town. On Tuesday, students visited local businesses to spread holiday cheer and brighten the season for our community. 🎶🎄

Josh Bales with Apex Roofing stopped by to deliver goodie bags and hats for our Building Trades students. A big thank you to Apex Roofing and Josh for their continued support of our Building Trades program and our students. We truly appreciate the partnership and investment in hands-on learning opportunities!

Our high school students look forward to the annual tree decorating contest at the local hardware store each year. Congratulations to the Freshman class for winning with their red, white and blue themed tree! A big thank-you to Neighbors Hardware for sponsoring the contest and bringing our community together during the holiday season.

1st Place- Freshman

2nd Place- Sophomores

3rd Place- Juniors

4th Place- Seniors

Last weekend, the AHS Pom team competed at the state competition held at the Denver Coliseum. The Lady Rams represented the school with pride, performing with grace, spirit, and precision. We are proud of the hard work and dedication they put into their practices and the continual spirit they bring to our school.

Prior to the competition, the team spent time bonding at All Out Smash, where they enjoyed a paint splatter room and showed off their inner artists. Each team member created a unique splatter art piece that they were able to take home as a keepsake. They also enjoyed watching other spirit and dance competitions.

Last weekend, the Rams hosted their annual Holiday Tournament. Congratulations to the Lady Rams and the JV Boys on their championship finishes.

All players saw valuable time on the court, gaining experience and contributing to the team’s success. We look forward to a fun season ahead.

This week, both the Lady Rams and Rams will compete at NJC on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. See brackets below for more information.

Last weekend, the high school wrestling team traveled to Limon to compete in a weekend tournament. The Rams had a strong showing, competing with intensity and determination, and finished the tournament 3rd overall as a team.

Individual placers included:

• Kaleb Grauer – 1st place

• Jax Kusel- 1st Place

• Eli Hart – 2nd place

• Regan Torres – 3rd place

Several other Rams also battled hard in tough matches, gaining valuable mat time and experience against quality competition. The team’s effort, resilience, and sportsmanship were on full display throughout the weekend.

Congratulations to the wrestlers and coaches on a successful tournament and continued progress this season!

Last Saturday marked the end of the boys middle school basketball season as the Rams wrapped up their year at the LPAA Tournament. The team played with great effort and determination, finishing strong by earning 3rd place in the tournament. Throughout the season, the players showed steady improvement, teamwork, and sportsmanship on and off the court.

Congratulations to the players and coaches on a great season. Your hard work and commitment were evident, and we are proud of the way you represented our school. 🏀👏

Friday, December 19

HS Basketball at NJC TBD

Saturday, December 20

9 am HS Wrestling in Wray

• Leave at 5:50 am

HS Basketball at NJC TBD

Sunday, December 21

ELKS Hoop Shoot