Announcements

Please review our February Ashland Ridge Newsletter here.

If you couldn’t attend last week’s Preschool Parent Information Meeting, you can review the slide deck here. We had a fantastic turnout and appreciate everyone who joined us. Thank you for your time and interest in our preschool program!

Please review the January Ashland Ridge Newsletter here:

Please view the latest edition of the Ashland Ridge Newsletter here: 

The Local 5 We Are Iowa team is excited to invite parents and guardians to have their children participate in our holiday card design contest! This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity while supporting a great cause.

Children up to 13 years of age can submit their holiday card designs using the Card Design Template. The best part? The top five winning designs will be printed and sold at the Des Moines Holiday Boutique, with all proceeds going to DMARC in support of their food pantries.

Entry is free and the process is simple! For more details about the contest and to see how it supports DMARC, check out our interview [here].

To submit your child’s design or for more information, please click [here].

Remember, submissions are due by October 20th. Don’t miss this chance to get involved in a heartwarming holiday project that benefits the community.

Thank you, and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s spread some holiday cheer together!

Please view the latest edition of the Ashland Ridge Newsletter here:

Please view the latest edition of the Ashland Ridge Newsletter here.

One of the great things about Ankeny Schools is the community’s support of our athletics and activities. These events bring thousands of people together to celebrate the achievement of students. Because security is of utmost importance, the district continues to review its practices and identify areas of improvement at such events. As a result, we implement security measures for our activities and events.

Security practices:

• Grades 6-12 must wear school ID while at the game
• Footballs are not allowed
• No baby powder, confetti, signs, noisemakers
• No weapons (real or look-alike)
• The North gate will remain secured at all times unless a team, band, or emergency personnel need access to the stadium
• Families will be encouraged to ensure that students in grades K-5 be accompanied by an adult
• Entrance to the stadium before an event will not be allowed
• There will be no re-entry after leaving the stadium
• Spectators will not be allowed to bring backpacks and large handbags into the stadium; Diaper bags or medical bags are allowed, but are subject to search
• No outside food or drink
• No access without a ticket or pass, including after halftime

These recommendations are the result of numerous conversations with security experts and a review of our current practices. Security can often be at odds with convenience. Our goal is to provide a safe environment for our students and spectators. We look forward to cheering on the Hawks and Jaguars with you this Fall.

PTO Meeting held in the Media Center at 7:00pm

PTO Meeting held in the Media Center at 7:00pm