Antelope Union High School District #50

Good evening, Ram families and community members,

This is a reminder that the Antelope Union High School Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will begin in just one hour at 8:00 PM on Buckeye Field.

We recommend that all guests arrive by 7:45 PM to allow time for parking and seating before the ceremony begins.

Tonight, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, resilience, and accomplishments of the incredible Class of 2026. We are proud of each and every graduate and look forward to honoring this important milestone together as a school community.

📍 Antelope Union High School – Buckeye Field
🕗 Ceremony Begins: 8:00 PM
🌐 www.antelopeunion.org

Thank you for your continued support of our students and school.

Once a Ram, Always a Ram.
#GoRams #RamPride

Dear Antelope Families and Community Members,

This week marks a very special milestone for the Antelope Union High School Class of 2026, and we are excited to invite our families and community to join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our seniors.

🎓 Senior Awards Ceremony
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM
📍 Antelope Union High School Auditorium
⏰ We recommend arriving by 10:15 AM

The Senior Awards Ceremony will recognize the hard work, achievements, leadership, scholarships, academic success, and dedication demonstrated by the Class of 2026 throughout their high school journey.

🎓 Graduation Ceremony
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Buckeye Field at Antelope Union High School
⏰ We recommend arriving by 7:45 PM

Graduation is a tremendous accomplishment and a moment of pride not only for our students, but also for their families, teachers, and community members who have supported them along the way. We are incredibly proud of this graduating class and all they have achieved.

We encourage everyone to come out and celebrate the Class of 2026 as they take the next step toward their future. Whether pursuing college, trade school, military service, or entering the workforce, our graduates leave Antelope Union prepared for success.

Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School and our students.

Once a Ram, Always a Ram.
RAM PRIDE!

Dear Antelope Families,

We are excited to share the available course offerings for the 2026–2027 school year at Antelope Union High School!

As we continue building opportunities for our students, we are proud to offer a wide variety of classes designed to prepare students for college, trade school, military service, and the workforce. Students will have access to strong academic programs, honors and dual enrollment opportunities, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, agriculture and welding programs, automotive technology, culinary arts, computer courses, foreign language options, ACT preparation, leadership opportunities, and much more.

Our goal is to ensure every student has access to a schedule that supports both graduation requirements and their future goals and interests. We encourage families to review the available classes together and begin discussing areas of interest and long-term plans for after high school.

Please note that some elective offerings are dependent upon student interest, scheduling availability, grade level requirements, or teacher approval. Elective placement is also based on seniority and overall schedule composition.

At Antelope Union, we remain committed to expanding opportunities and creating meaningful pathways for student success. We are incredibly excited about the direction of our school and the opportunities available for our students next year.

If you have any questions regarding scheduling, graduation requirements, course selections, or student pathways, please do not hesitate to contact the front office. We are always happy to help and support your family throughout the scheduling process.

Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School and for being part of our Ram Pride community!

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PARENTS / AVISO IMPORTANTE PARA PADRES
Our school phone lines are currently down due to an ongoing technical issue. Please email the Front Office directly to report student absences or to reach us with any urgent questions.📧 Email: frontoffice@antelopeunion.org. Please include your child's full name, grade, and reason for absence in the email. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and are working quickly to resolve the problem.

Nuestras líneas telefónicas escolares no están funcionando debido a un problema técnico continuo. Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico directamente a la Oficina Principal para reportar la ausencia de su hijo o para comunicarse con nosotros si tiene alguna pregunta urgente.📧 Correo electrónico: frontoffice@antelopeunion.org. Por favor, incluya el nombre completo de su hijo, su grado y el motivo de la ausencia en el correo electrónico.Pedimos una sincera disculpa por los inconvenientes y estamos trabajando rápidamente para resolver el problema.

Please join us to recognize the hard work of our graduating Seniors!

Dear Antelope Families,

As we approach the end of the school year, please review the attached Semester 2 Finals Week Schedule for Antelope Union High School.

Please note that Tuesday, May 19th, and Wednesday, May 20th, are early release days with dismissal at 1:00 PM, and Thursday, May 21st, is the final day of school with dismissal at noon.

We encourage all students to:

Arrive on time for finals
Finish the school year strong academically
Maintain attendance through the final day of school

We are proud of the hard work our students and staff have put in throughout the year and look forward to celebrating a successful finish to the 2025–2026 school year.

Thank you for your continued support.

RAM PRIDE

Dear Antelope Union High School Parents, Guardians, and Students,

As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to share several important upcoming dates and events. Please review carefully to ensure your student is prepared and able to participate in all scheduled activities.

📅 Key Dates & Events
Saturday, May 9 – STUCO Mets/Diamondbacks Game
Week of May 11 – Senior Final Exams
Tuesday, May 12 at 6:00 PM – Academic Assembly
Thursday, May 14 – Arizona Board of Regents Award Ceremony (Phoenix)
Friday, May 15 (6:00–8:00 PM) – FFA Banquet
Friday, May 15 – Chromebook Return Deadline (All Students)
Sunday, May 17 – Wednesday, May 20 – Senior Trip
Week of May 18 – Final Exams (Freshmen - Juniors)
Thursday, May 21 at 10:30 AM – Senior Awards Ceremony
Thursday, May 21 at 8:00 PM – Graduation Ceremony (Buckeye Field)
🔔 Important Reminders
All Chromebooks must be returned by May 15 to avoid potential fees.
Students should be present and prepared for all final exams.
Seniors should ensure all graduation requirements are completed.

We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our students and closing out a successful school year together.

If you have any questions, please contact the front office.

Dear Antelope Students and Families,

We would like to inform you of an important update to the ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile applications that will take effect beginning April 27, 2026.

What’s Changing

Starting on April 27:

Parents and students will begin receiving prompts within the current app directing them to download a new version of the ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile apps.
You will also be instructed to delete the existing (old) app from your device.
The current apps will continue to work temporarily, but they will be fully retired in Summer 2026.
After that time, the old apps will no longer function.
What You Should Expect
You may see pop-up messages in your current app prompting you to update.
These prompts are legitimate and required as part of the system upgrade.
Some families may need assistance with:
Downloading the new app
Logging in
Deleting the old version
What You Need to Do

At this time, no immediate action is required. However, once you receive the prompt:

Download the new ParentVUE or StudentVUE app from your device’s app store.
Log in using your existing credentials.
Delete the old app from your device.

Our school staff will be prepared to assist anyone who needs help during this transition. If you have questions or need support, please do not hesitate to contact the front office.

We appreciate your attention to this update and your continued partnership in supporting your student’s success.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are pleased to share that on Thursday, April 30, Antelope Union High School will be hosting free sports physicals for our students, provided by the Regional Center for Border Health.

In addition to physicals, a Family Care Coordinator will be available on-site to assist families with applications and questions related to: AHCCCS, SNAP, KidsCare, Health Insurance Marketplace, and Other available support programs

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, April 30
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (last patient seen at 4:30 PM)
Location: Antelope Union High School (Old Gym)
Providers: Two medical providers will be available to serve as many students as possible

Important Requirement – Forms Must Be Completed in Advance:
To ensure your student can receive a physical, parents/guardians must fully complete and sign the required paperwork prior to the event. This includes the Release of Information/Demographics Consent form.

Please note:

A Social Security Number is NOT required.
Parent/guardian signatures are required on BOTH the front and back of the consent form.
The provider must have authorization to release health information to the school.
Physicals cannot be performed without a fully completed and signed form.

During the previous visit, several students were unable to receive their physicals due to missing signatures, particularly on the back of the consent form. Please double-check that all required sections are completed to avoid any issues.

If you have any questions or need assistance obtaining the required forms, please contact the front office.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to supporting our students’ health

Dear Parents and Community Members,

This is a friendly reminder that we will be holding a community meeting this evening in the District Board Room from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The purpose of this meeting is to follow up on and address any unresolved concerns from last week’s meeting. We will also be discussing the Room 8 floor, summer facility access, student physicals, and any additional questions or concerns you may have.

We encourage all families to attend and participate in this important conversation. Your input is valued, and we appreciate your continued engagement and support.

If you have any immediate questions, please feel free to contact the district office.

We look forward to seeing you this evening.

Hello Antelope Families,

We are excited to announce that we have begun using the Rooms app as the official communication platform for all clubs, extracurricular activities, athletics, and school-wide communication.

Rooms is available on both desktop and mobile devices (App Store and Google Play). This platform will be the primary way students and families receive updates and communicate with teachers, coaches, and club sponsors.

To get started:

Follow the instructions shown in the attached PDF
Use your phone number or email address on file with Antelope to sign in

Once logged in, you will be able to access important updates, announcements, and direct communication from your classes, teams, and organizations.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the front office.

April Breakfast and Lunch Menu's

Enjoy the Break!

Dear Antelope Families,

I want to begin by sincerely thanking you for your support during last week’s junior science testing. Our students did an outstanding job, and we are incredibly proud of their focus, effort, and commitment. It was great to see them take this opportunity seriously and represent themselves and our school so well.

As we move forward, we now turn our attention to the Junior State Testing (ACT), taking place March 24–26. This is one of the most important assessments our students will take, and we are excited to see them continue to demonstrate the same level of success, dedication, and effort.

The ACT is more than just a test; it is an opportunity. Strong performance can open doors to scholarships, college admissions, military advancement opportunities, and placement advantages in trade and technical programs. It is also a key component of our school’s accountability, contributing to our Arizona Department of Education letter grade and helping showcase the continued progress at Antelope.

Most importantly, this is our students’ chance to show what they know and take pride in their hard work.

To help ensure success, we ask for your continued support in reinforcing a few key habits during testing:

Prioritize attendance. Our goal remains 100% attendance so every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Ensure a good night’s sleep before each testing day.

Encourage a healthy breakfast to help students stay focused and energized.

Help reduce stress by reminding students to stay calm, take their time, and do their best.

Provide positive encouragement. Your support at home makes a meaningful difference in student confidence and performance.

Our students have shown what they are capable of, and we are confident they will continue to rise to the occasion. With your continued partnership, we look forward to seeing them build on last week’s success and perform at their very best on the ACT.

Thank you again for your ongoing support of Antelope and for everything you do to help our students succeed.

Dear Antelope Families,

As we approach our upcoming state testing window, we want to take a moment to emphasize how important these assessments are for our students and our school community. The testing schedule is as follows:

Junior Science Testing: March 17–19

Junior State Testing (ACT): March 24–26

Freshman State Testing: April 15–16

These assessments play an important role in measuring student learning and growth, and they help demonstrate the progress our students and staff are making together. The results also contribute to our school’s Arizona Department of Education letter grade, which is an important indicator of our school’s success and improvement. Strong performance on these assessments helps show the positive direction Antelope is moving in, even as we continue working through the district’s current receivership.

Most importantly, these tests are an opportunity for our students to showcase their hard work and knowledge. High scores can open doors to scholarships, college opportunities, military advancement opportunities, and placement advantages in trade and technical programs. Even for students who do not plan to attend a traditional four-year college, strong test performance can provide valuable options and recognition of their abilities.

To help our students perform at their best, we ask for your support in encouraging a few key habits during testing days:

Prioritize attendance. Our goal is 100% attendance during testing, so every student has the opportunity to demonstrate what they know.

Ensure students get a good night’s sleep the night before testing.

Encourage students to eat a healthy breakfast so they have the energy and focus they need.

Help reduce stress by reminding students to stay calm, take their time, and simply do their best.

Offer positive encouragement. A few supportive words from home can make a big difference in helping students feel confident and prepared.

Our teachers and staff have been working hard to prepare students, and we are excited for them to show what they can do. With strong attendance, healthy routines, and encouragement from home, our students will be well-positioned to succeed.

Thank you for your continued support of Antelope and for partnering with us to help our students achieve their very best.

Good morning everyone,

I am reaching out to ask for your help in supporting our school cafeteria and the important role it plays in the health and well-being of our students.

Currently, nearly 80% of our students qualify for free meals, including those who qualify for reduced-price meals, which are also provided at no cost to families. This program allows our students to access healthy, nutritious meals prepared each day by our wonderful cafeteria staff.

This year, we have seen a significant decrease in the number of meals being served, which raises concerns for both student nutrition and the long-term sustainability of our cafeteria program. School meal programs rely on the number of meals served in order to receive the funding necessary to support food costs, staffing, and operations.

If your student qualifies for free or reduced meals, we strongly encourage them to take advantage of both breakfast and lunch offered on campus. These meals are available at no cost to your family, and participation helps ensure we can continue providing high-quality meals for all students.

Every meal served supports the cafeteria program by helping cover operational costs and allowing us to maintain meal quality, menu variety, and our dedicated cafeteria staff. Increased participation also helps ensure we can continue offering nutritious meals without needing to make reductions to the program.

We are incredibly proud of the meals our cafeteria team prepares each day and are grateful for your support in encouraging students to participate.

Thank you for helping us ensure that all students have access to healthy meals and that our cafeteria program remains strong.

Hello AUHS Parents and Community Members,

Following the discussion at last night’s Governing Board meeting, we would like to invite anyone interested in athletics at Antelope Union High School to join us for a follow-up conversation.

We will be holding a community meeting tonight (Tuesday, March 10) at 5:30 PM in the District Board Room. This meeting is not required, but is open to parents, coaches, students, and community members who would like to share feedback, discuss concerns related to athletics, or participate in a constructive conversation following the topics raised at the board meeting.

Our goal is to provide an opportunity for open dialogue and to ensure we hear from our community as we continue to strengthen our athletic programs.

We appreciate your continued support of AUHS and look forward to seeing those who can attend.

March Breakfast and Lunch menu's.

Reminder about Monday March 09, 2026

Pack the House! Come and Support the Varsity Rams!!