Tuesday, August 3, 2010


As we rapidly approach the start of the 2010-2011 school year, please review the following AHS Updates:

Volunteers at AHS
Student Packets
Bobi Harmon- AHS Superstar
New Reception Area
Important Dates/Times


Volunteers at AHS

We want you! The time has arrived for volunteers to descend upon Animas High’s campus to help ready our building for the 2010-2011 school year. Volunteer days this week will be held THURSDAY, August 5th and FRIDAY, august 6th. We’ll work from 9 AM until 3 PM both days. Work clothes, gloves (if you have them), a sack lunch/water and a positive attitude are all that’s required to help out!
Volunteer days next week will occur WEDNESDAY, August 9th through SATURDAY, August 14th. No sign-up needed-skilled and unskilled assignments for all! The school is also looking for folks who can serve as daily coordinators, directing volunteers in assignments laid out by the school. If you think you can give us a day and help us coordinate the final push here at campus, please give us a call!

Student Packets

It’s that time again! 2010 Student Welcome packets are in the mail and headed to the classes of 2013 and 2014. The packet contains multiple releases, forms and info sheets that must be returned to AHS either by mail, by dropping off the forms at school or by sending them with your student on Day I. Students will also find information on orientation, the AHS Fashion Guide and a school supplies list. Parents, take special note of the AHS driving directions, AHS school closure document as well as the invite to our Back to School picnic in Sept.

Many families have inquired about our second registration evening event for all who missed the presentation in the spring. Due to the large numbers of students’ families that are vacationing, attending sports camps and participating in final summer adventures right up to the start of school, AHS has decided to hold our evening presentation during the first week of school. Stay tuned for more- We’ll be reviewing this requirement with students during orientation as well!

Bobi Harmon- AHS Superstar

We want to take a second to acknowledge a person who has been a superstar at AHS! Bobi Harmon has been working in the role of AHS Office Manager since last spring. The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provided funds to La Plata county and AHS to employ Bobi here at campus through the end of July. Although the position and funds have run their course, Bobi’s commitment and contributions to Animas High School will impact students throughout the upcoming school year.

While our community was away this past summer, Bobi was busy orchestrating campus, receiving deliveries, coordinating volunteers, performing essential tasks for students and keeping Michael on task and focused on the upcoming school year. It’s a great time to be Animas High School and our success is due in no small part to Bobi and her efforts! Thank You Bobi for your service to AHS and we look forward to having you visit us at school this year!

New Reception Area

We are looking for two nice chairs and a coffee table for our new reception area. Thank you in advance for considering donations of quality furniture to AHS!

Important Dates/Times

AHS Tours- Every Wednesday from 9 to 10 AM at Animas High’ Campus

Next AHS Head of School (Michael’s) Office Hours- Monday, August 9th

Next AHS Assistant Head of School (Jake’s) Office Hours- Wednesday, August 4th

Next AHS Board of Director’s Meeting- Tuesday, August 10th 8:15 AM at AHS

Please Sign-up by calling the Main Office at 970-AHS-AHS4