Aspen High School
Student and Family Weekly Update
March 4th
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Dear students and families,
Happy March! We had a beautiful day for our annual Ski Day. We began with Powerpuff Volleyball and then students and staff were on Buttermilk/Tiehack, Highlands, the ARC, and/or Studyhall. I want to extend so much gratitude to SkiCo for their generosity and support when it comes to our annual ski day: they allow 560 students to descend on the mountains, offer lift tickets to anyone who needs them, and provide lessons & gear for those in need, too. What a wonderful place to call home!
I also want to congratulate all of our winter sports teams for a great season, especially our boys' basketball team who are continuing onto playoffs this weekend. Come out and support the Skiers!
IB Spotlight
Skier Spotlight
Kudos to Andy Farmer and the AHS Jazz Band who gave a wonderful performance at the new Paul JAS center in downtown Aspen. It was a lovely evening with stellar music in a beautiful venue.
Ex Ed
- Please click here for the 2026 Ex Ed Information Slide Show.
- Students will review courses and the rules of the Auction in SET on March 10th.
- The Course Selection Auction opens March 13th.
Final Exams
Please mark your calendars for our May Examination week schedule for all 9th-11th graders. Reminder, we will not allow students to take their exams early, so please plan accordingly for your summer travel plans.
Athletics
Spring Sports have officially started with competitions. We have had a lot of kids come out for Spring Sports, so we are looking forward to seeing what these kids can do! The week starts off slow, but ends hot with 4 events on Saturday.
Basketball has made the playoffs and we are currently #5 in the State! We will be hosting the first 2 rounds of playoffs here at Aspen. The game times on Friday are 5:30 and 7:00 PM. Aspen will be playing against Englewood at 7:00. The Regional Championship Game will be played at 1:00pm on Saturday. All attendees must buy tickets because it is a playoff game!
We are working hard to ensure all students have the proper equipment and team gear for their respective sports seasons. This is made possible through the $200 participation fee. Fees for all fall and winter sports have been loaded into PowerSchool, and we ask that families log in and submit payment as soon as possible. Paying fees now helps prevent supplemental charges at the end of the year. We cannot run a successful athletic program without these funds, and the participation fee plays an essential role in supporting our teams. Thank you for taking the time to submit your payment and for your continued support of AHS Athletics.
If you have any questions, please contact AD Brett Beville or his Assistant, Bryce Sandoval. bbeville@aspenk12.net and bsandoval@aspenk12.net
ASL
Are you interested in learning ASL (American Sign Language)?
Aspen School District is exploring a short Spring ASL Club pilot in collaboration with The Aspen Camp for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB).
Students would have the opportunity to start with ASL fundamentals, common signs, the alphabet, and simple phrases, and build toward simple, guided practice during lunch or in a morning session, based on participation levels.
Please fill out this form if you are interested in learning more!
Cell Phone and Airpod Reminder
NO MACBOOKS ALLOWED. We are 1:1 school issued Chromebooks. Macbooks will be confiscated the same as cellphones and airpods.
AHS Heads to the Youthentity Career Expo: Tuesday, March 17th During the School Day
The Youthentity Career Expo is an outstanding opportunity for Aspen High School students to step beyond the classroom and engage with industry leaders from across the Roaring Fork Valley. This Expo allows our students to explore diverse careers, practice professional networking, and discover pathways for college and career after graduation. (Available for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students to participate)
Important Attendance Details:
The Expo will take place on Tuesday, March 17th. Buses depart at 9:30 and return at 1:30. Students participating in this event will be excused from the following periods:
SET
6th Period
Lunch
7th Period
Field Trip forms must be completed by March 5th and sent to Mateo Leano (mleano@aspenk12.net) in person or electronically.
College Outreach Virtual Summer Opportunities Seminar (Part 1)
College Outreach 2026 Virtual Events for Colorado Western Slope Students (Grades 7-12) & Families
More 2026 Events:
March | Understanding Your Financial Aid Package
March | Gap Year Seminar
April | Environmental Global Citizen Seminar
May | Student Athletic Recruiting Seminar
May | Arts College Applications: Portfolios & Auditions Seminar
May | Summer Opportunities Part II / College Success Strategies Seminar
May | Career & Technical Programs Seminar
May | Exceptional Students Seminar
More details at: www.cwscollegeoutreach.org
Save the Date: 22nd Annual Colorado Western Slope College Fair | Sunday, October 4, 2026 | in person on the Aspen School District Campus
Challenge Aspen Presents: Throwback Snowmass Day- Build a Team & Join the Limitless Mountain Challenge!
Remember the days when Spring Break meant lapping Snowmass with your friends, meeting up at the base, and turning the mountain into your playground? Let’s bring that energy back—this time for an awesome cause.
Limitless Mountain Challenge is Challenge Aspen’s signature community event: an all-abilities ski & snowboard day that brings together people of all ages and ability levels for a fun downhill challenge—while raising critical funds for adaptive recreation programs that help ensure people with disabilities have access to outdoor adventure, independence, and belonging.
When access is EQUAL, possibilities are LIMITLESS.
Event Details
- Date: March 28
- Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Snowmass Mountain
- Registration & Check-In: Snowmass Village Mall (outside the Ranger Station)
120 Lower Carriage Way, Aspen, CO 81615 | (970) 923-0578
Spring Break Vibes + Après at Base Village
Keep the party going after your laps with an après celebration at The Collective in Base Village featuring:
- Slope & Hatch popping up with the goods
- DJ bringing the Spring Break energy
- Happy hour deals
- An awesome swag bag
- Prizes (because bragging rights aren’t enough)
What to do now
Start a team here, grab your friends, and register online. Then fundraise online and show up ready to ski/ride and play on the slopes all day on March 28. Rack up vertical, make some laps, dress to impress (best costume prizes), on mountain games, and top it off with an Après—classic Snowmass style—while supporting Challenge Aspen helping make our mountain sports more accessible for everyone.
https://give.challengeaspen.org/event/2026-limitless-mountain-challenge/e756100
Wheeler Opera House- Family Programming
- Bugs Created by Kaki King and GLITCH | March 7th @ 4pm
- “Infinitely Yours” and other works by Miwa Matreyek | April 21st @ 6:30pm
- Flying Karamazov Brothers | April 23rd @ 6pm
AHS Booster Club
AHS Booster Club Membership: Not a Member? Support OUR Athletes & CHSSA Clubs! New Nike Uniforms for all Athletes coming soon. Support this update today!!
Join Today and Enjoy FREE ENTRY to all Winter and Spring Sporting Events, $20 Concessions card and 15% off AHS Spirit Wear! Join Now!
AHS Booster Club Sponsorship: Become a Sponsor and see your Business or Family Name on the FIELD & COURT for all to see WHO supports our AHS athletes. Sponsor Today!
THANK YOU SKIER NATION!!
Sarah Strassburger
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