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Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on Monday, August 25th. F...
08/24/2025

Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on Monday, August 25th.

Fifth up: We have updated our promotion criteria!

This updated criteria for grade-level advancement sets high expectations for each student while creating mutual accountability between the school, the student, and caregivers.

Our core beliefs for promotion are:
-Setting high academic standards for all students.
-Ensuring that every student has access and opportunity to a high quality education.
-Establishing a district-wide accountability process.
-Ensuring that our district’s educational objectives are met in a fair and non-discriminatory manner.

We’re excited to see how this new criteria will positively impact the educational journeys of students, setting them up for a trajectory of academic success. To review the entire policy and procedure regarding student promotion by grade, click the link below.

https://www.boardpolicyonline.com/bl/?b=asheville_city #&&hs=918462

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Attention Cougars! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on August 25th.Second up: All ACS stude...
08/24/2025

Attention Cougars! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on August 25th.

Second up: All ACS students are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch this school year! 💫🍎🥦

Through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Program, all students enrolled in ACS can receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school every day, at no cost. Parents and guardians will not need to pay a fee or submit a meal application- it’s all covered!

By providing universal access, we’re committed to ensuring every child has the fuel they need to focus, learn, and thrive. GO COUGARS! We can’t wait to see you on day 1!

Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on Monday! Sixth up: We h...
08/24/2025

Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 things you need to know before school starts on Monday!

Sixth up: We have a new student code of success!
Asheville City Schools has redefined what success looks like with our new Student Code of Success. This code clearly outlines the expectations for student behavior, providing them with the information they need to thrive.

The code outlines clear, overarching expectations for all students. Each general expectation is broken down into specific details, complete with progressive consequences and restorative practices, specific to each grade level. This new framework clearly lays out the steps for addressing dangerous or chronically disruptive behavior, so teachers and students can focus on what matters most: teaching and learning.

You can find more details about your school’s Student Code of Success in your student handbook.

GO COUGARS!

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Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 reminders before school starts tomorrow!Ninth up: Morning drop-off tim...
08/24/2025

Top 10 Back-to-School Countdown! We’re sharing 10 reminders before school starts tomorrow!

Ninth up: Morning drop-off times for elementary and secondary schools

Elementary school morning drop-off time is 7:30 AM. Students should not be dropped off before 7:15 AM and any students dropped off after 8:00 AM are considered tardy. Secondary school (middle and high school) morning drop off time is between 8:00 - 8:30 AM. Middle and high school students dropped off after 8:30 AM are considered tardy.

We can’t wait to see you tomorrow, Cougars!!

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Transportation Requests and Reminders!Bus drivers are among the first people our students see everyday, and their commit...
08/23/2025

Transportation Requests and Reminders!

Bus drivers are among the first people our students see everyday, and their commitment, kindness, and passion for supporting our youth is nothing short of inspiring. Their commitment to safety is top priority, ensuring our children are transported to and from school safely. Here are a few important transportation reminders so you can have a successful first week of school.

🚌 Drivers, help keep our kids safe! Please remember that it is mandatory to stop for a school bus with its stop sign extended and red lights flashing. By doing so, you are helping to protect every child who is getting on or off the bus.

📝 Remember to submit your transportation request form as soon as possible if you have not already done so. This helps us ensure we have accurate information to plan our routes and get the school year started smoothly.

🚸 There are several apps that families can download to stay up-to-date on transportation. The Chipmunk app helps you track your child’s bus route in real time and be notified of any potential delays. Bus Planner Parent Portal and Infinite Campus are also ways to connect to your child’s bus transportation.

Thanks for helping us make sure that our students are transported to and from school safely and be sure to thank your bus driver! We can’t wait to see you on Monday, Cougars!

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08/03/2025

The majority of AHS staff head back to school on 8/4 to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year. Here are a few updates:

Cougar Step-Up (for freshman) is tentatively scheduled for August 14th, 9am-1pm. Students will have the opportunity to learn the campus and meet their counselors, the office staff and their administrators. I do not have a date for Open House yet.

AB Tech parking passes will be $350 for the year. Remember, if your student has an in-person AB Tech class, they can get a free parking sticker. AHS does not control how many passes we receive, nor do we receive any money from AB Tech. The front office staff prints the passes and distributes them on a first come, first served basis to students. I will post the date they will be available in the office soon. There will be instructions on where to pay at AB Tech when the students picks up the pass. On a side note, AB Tech classes start the same day as AHS classes this year!

Drivers Education - we contract with Mountain Professionals Driving School, mtnpro.com. Students sign up for in person or online driving classes (30 hours) through Mtn Pro, then need to drive for 6 hours with an instructor who will meet your student at AHS (this can only be done during PE class or 5th period in order for the absence to be excused). Before getting their level 1 Limited Learners Permit, the student must have a handful of documentation - one of these being the Driver's Eligibility Certificate. Our Registrar has these available in the Counseling Office from 8-2. These are only valid for 30 days; please get a new one from the Registrar if yours is expired. The student must not be failing any classes and cannot have more than 5 unexcused absences to receive this document.

I will post attendance guidance as soon as I know if there have been policy updates. If your student has a doctor/dentist appointment, please send a note to school so we can excuse the absence. The note can be sent with the student to school and turned into the front office, it can be faxed to us from the doctor's office (828.255.5316) or emailed to [email protected] ([email protected] if your student attends SILSA). If you take a photo and email it, please make sure it is large enough so we can read it when we print it.

If you are itching for new Cougar Wear, please reach out to the AHS and SILSA Cougar Boosters. We do not sell merchandise during school hours. You can find plenty of great t-shirts, hoodies and more at our first football game on 8/22 and at other sporting events. Please be weary of folks who post on this site that they are selling our merchandise. These are usually folks who have an online business elsewhere in the country. If you purchase from our Boosters, you know that your dollars are supporting our school.

More info to come soon!

07/25/2025

Important Update: Infinite Campus Emails

Good afternoon, ACS families,
We want to address the volume of emails you may have received from Infinite Campus today. As we are implementing our new state-required student information system, our intention was to send a single notification per parent or guardian for each school. However, due to a system issue, each scheduled school email was delivered district-wide. This resulted in parents and guardians receiving multiple emails, one for each school in our district, regardless of your child's actual enrollment.
Each new Infinite Campus email supersedes the previous one. Please use only the latest message you received to set up your Infinite Campus account. If you are unsure which email to use, or if you have deleted previous messages, we will send another email with the correct link and instructions on Tuesday, July 29.
We understand that this has caused confusion, and we appreciate your patience as we resolve this technical issue.
If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact your school’s data manager for support. Below you will find their contact information for each school.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to improve our communication processes.
Lucy S. Herring Elementary: Lenore Luster - 350-6609
Claxton Elementary: Elizabeth Samuels - 350-6507
Hall Fletcher Elementary: Emily Bassinger - 350-6407
Ira B. Jones Elementary: Tina Piercy - 350-6707
Isaac Dickson Elementary: Amber Branch - 350-6807
Asheville Middle School: Adrienne David - 350-6211
Asheville High School, William Randolph Campus and SILSA: Alan Skeen - 350-2505

07/25/2025

FALL SPORTS WILL START WEDNESDAY, JULY 30TH!

Here is information about tryouts:
Volleyball - 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM - varsity gym - Ken Walker - [email protected]
Field Hockey - 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM - Gene Hammonds field - Mallory Silver - [email protected]
Boys/Girls Cross Country - Meet at the buses in front of the school, near the traffic light - Brandon Smith - [email protected] (boys) and Bill Alexander - [email protected] (girls)
Tennis - 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - courts next to varsity gym - Scott Mandolin - [email protected]
Football - 2:00-6:00 PM - field house - Cort Radford - [email protected]
Soccer - 6:00-8:00 PM - Gene Hammonds field - Mike Flowe - [email protected]
Golf (girls) - August 4th - varsity gym - 10:00-12:00 PM - Bill Hillier - [email protected]

ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE A CURRENT PHYSICAL AND AN UPDATED DRAGONFLY ACCOUNT TO TRY OUT -https://max.dragonflyathletics.com/maxweb/max-cover/login - all boxes in dragonfly must be completed and student athlete must have a sport indicated for registration.

As we look ahead to the upcoming school year, we want to inform our community about a significant change coming to North...
07/22/2025

As we look ahead to the upcoming school year, we want to inform our community about a significant change coming to North Carolina public schools. NC Governor, Josh Stein, has signed House Bill 959 (HB 959) into law which mandates that all North Carolina public schools, including ACS, restrict student use of cell phones during instructional time.
We are currently reviewing and updating our district’s policies to comply with HB 959. The law mandates that schools implement policies by January 1, 2026.
We encourage our families to begin discussing this new policy with their children now. Talking about what it means for cell phone use during the school day can prepare students for a smooth transition and ensure a distraction-free, focused learning environment in the classroom. This bill also requires that schools teach students about social media literacy and how to detect online misinformation and manipulation.
Please keep an eye out for future communications about this update. If you would like to read news coverage and learn more about what this new law means, please click the link below.
We appreciate our community’s support in working together to create a productive learning environment for all students.

Parents of seniors - we know you have been waiting for this announcement!:🚗Senior Parking Permits🚗:* On sale August 11th...
07/21/2025

Parents of seniors - we know you have been waiting for this announcement!:

🚗Senior Parking Permits🚗:

* On sale August 11th at 8:00am at www.gofan.co (AHS non- athletic site)
* $100 each
* Only available to seniors who meet eligibility requirements
We will post more information closer to date of sale

06/05/2025

Good afternoon, Seniors and Families,

We have been closely monitoring the weather throughout the week as we approach our much anticipated Graduation ceremony. With the event drawing near, we are now able to provide a clearer update regarding our rain plan options.

As of now, Graduation is still scheduled for 7:00 PM tomorrow, Friday, June 6. However, based on the most recent forecasts, it appears that moving the ceremony to Saturday morning or evening will not be feasible due to continued rain predictions. Friday’s forecast does include the possibility of rain, so timing will be crucial. Our team will be checking the weather regularly, and we may need to adjust the start time of the ceremony by potentially moving it up or back by as much as two hours to avoid inclement weather. If the start time changes, gate opening times will be adjusted accordingly.

We are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. Updates will be communicated through ParentSquare and the ACS social media accounts. Please be sure to monitor these channels closely. A final decision regarding the schedule will be announced by 1:00 PM tomorrow.

While we are hopeful for clear skies, we encourage everyone to come prepared for the possibility of rain by bringing rain jackets or ponchos. Please note that umbrellas are not permitted. Any umbrellas brought to graduation will be collected at the gate and can be picked up at the conclusion of the ceremony.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we work to ensure a safe and memorable Graduation celebration for all.

With appreciation,

Derek Edwards

Infinite Campus is coming soon!Asheville City Schools is excited to announce a new system for engaging with your student...
05/29/2025

Infinite Campus is coming soon!
Asheville City Schools is excited to announce a new system for engaging with your student’s education: Infinite Campus!
This state-mandated student information system for North Carolina public schools will simplify student information processes and improve the overall experience for staff, students, and for you. Infinite Campus will replace Powerschool in August for the 2025-2026 school year, and on. The Infinite Campus parent portal and student portal are designed to help families manage grades, school attendance, schedules, including messaging tools, assessments data, and much more. We will be sending out a parent system walkthrough with instructions on how to login to your Infinite Campus account in August, but in the meantime, to find out more information please visit: https://www.infinitecampus.com/ or click the link in our bio.

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Asheville, NC
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