🎉 MORE GREAT NEWS FOR ANTELOPE! 🎉
We are incredibly excited to share another update showing the continued academic growth of our Rams!
ACT recently issued an ERRATA Notice and recalculated ACT scores nationwide. With those corrections, Antelope Union High School’s SY2025–2026 results improved even further!
📚 English: 21% passing — 10 of 47 students, including 2 Highly Proficient
➗ Math: 17% passing — 8 of 47 students, including 1 Highly Proficient
🔬 Science: 26% passing — 12 of 47 students, including 2 Highly Proficient
📈 Overall: 19% passing — 9 of 47 students met the overall benchmark
That means our corrected scores increased another 4 percentage points in English, 4 points in Math, and 5 points in Science!
And when we look at where we have come from, the growth is even more exciting:
🔵 Five years ago, only 4 students met the English benchmark. This year: 10 students.
🔴 Five years ago, 4 students met the Math benchmark. This year: 8 students.
🔵 Five years ago, 6 students met the Science benchmark. This year: 12 students.
🔴 Our Science pass rate has grown from 12% to 26%.
Our overall ACT passing rate has also continued to climb:
2021–2022: 10%
2022–2023: 5%
2023–2024: 7%
2024–2025: 13%
⭐ 2025–2026: 19%
For additional perspective, Yuma Union High School District’s overall 2024–2025 rates were 26% in English and 14% in Math. Antelope is now at 21% in English and 17% in Math — meaning our Rams have surpassed their prior-year districtwide Math rate and are within five percentage points in English.
And we have only just begun.
These numbers represent much more than test scores. They represent students working harder, teachers raising expectations, families supporting their children, and an entire school community believing that Antelope students are capable of achieving at a higher level.
We still have work to do — and we are excited about that work. We are continuing to strengthen curriculum, increase rigor, expand intervention and enrichment, improve instruction, and create more opportunities for every student who walks through our doors.
We are so proud of our students and grateful for the teachers, staff, families, and community members who continue to move Antelope forward.
The progress is real. The momentum is building. And the best is still ahead.
💙❤️ ONWARD AND UPWARD!
🐏 RAM PRIDE!
ACT Science is not Arizona’s official state science assessment.
We are incredibly excited to share another update showing the continued academic growth of our Rams!
ACT recently issued an ERRATA Notice and recalculated ACT scores nationwide. With those corrections, Antelope Union High School’s SY2025–2026 results improved even further!
📚 English: 21% passing — 10 of 47 students, including 2 Highly Proficient
➗ Math: 17% passing — 8 of 47 students, including 1 Highly Proficient
🔬 Science: 26% passing — 12 of 47 students, including 2 Highly Proficient
📈 Overall: 19% passing — 9 of 47 students met the overall benchmark
That means our corrected scores increased another 4 percentage points in English, 4 points in Math, and 5 points in Science!
And when we look at where we have come from, the growth is even more exciting:
🔵 Five years ago, only 4 students met the English benchmark. This year: 10 students.
🔴 Five years ago, 4 students met the Math benchmark. This year: 8 students.
🔵 Five years ago, 6 students met the Science benchmark. This year: 12 students.
🔴 Our Science pass rate has grown from 12% to 26%.
Our overall ACT passing rate has also continued to climb:
2021–2022: 10%
2022–2023: 5%
2023–2024: 7%
2024–2025: 13%
⭐ 2025–2026: 19%
For additional perspective, Yuma Union High School District’s overall 2024–2025 rates were 26% in English and 14% in Math. Antelope is now at 21% in English and 17% in Math — meaning our Rams have surpassed their prior-year districtwide Math rate and are within five percentage points in English.
And we have only just begun.
These numbers represent much more than test scores. They represent students working harder, teachers raising expectations, families supporting their children, and an entire school community believing that Antelope students are capable of achieving at a higher level.
We still have work to do — and we are excited about that work. We are continuing to strengthen curriculum, increase rigor, expand intervention and enrichment, improve instruction, and create more opportunities for every student who walks through our doors.
We are so proud of our students and grateful for the teachers, staff, families, and community members who continue to move Antelope forward.
The progress is real. The momentum is building. And the best is still ahead.
💙❤️ ONWARD AND UPWARD!
🐏 RAM PRIDE!
ACT Science is not Arizona’s official state science assessment.
📣 SPORTS INFORMATIONAL NIGHT – THURSDAY, AUGUST 13! 🏐📣🏈
Fall sports are here, and we are excited to kick off the season with our mandatory sports parent and guardian meetings!
Parents and guardians will receive important information about the upcoming season, including athlete contracts, expectations, and an opportunity to have questions answered.
🏐📣 VOLLEYBALL & CHEER – MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 5:30–6:15 PM
📍 Sid Grande Gym
🏈 FOOTBALL – MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Sid Grande Gym
🔴 OPTIONAL BOOSTER CLUB MEETING
Want to get involved and help support our student-athletes and programs? Join us!
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Classroom 24
We look forward to seeing our families and kicking off another great season together!
❤️💙 Together. One Team. RAM PRIDE! 💙❤️
Fall sports are here, and we are excited to kick off the season with our mandatory sports parent and guardian meetings!
Parents and guardians will receive important information about the upcoming season, including athlete contracts, expectations, and an opportunity to have questions answered.
🏐📣 VOLLEYBALL & CHEER – MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 5:30–6:15 PM
📍 Sid Grande Gym
🏈 FOOTBALL – MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Sid Grande Gym
🔴 OPTIONAL BOOSTER CLUB MEETING
Want to get involved and help support our student-athletes and programs? Join us!
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Classroom 24
We look forward to seeing our families and kicking off another great season together!
❤️💙 Together. One Team. RAM PRIDE! 💙❤️
Hello Antelope Families,
Based on recent enrollment changes and feedback we have received from parents and families, we have made several updates to our bus routes and transportation schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.
The updated bus routes and schedule will take effect beginning Monday, August 10, 2026.
Our goal is to make transportation as efficient and accessible as possible while continuing to meet the needs of students throughout our large service area. We greatly appreciate the feedback families have provided as we have worked to adjust and finalize these routes.
The updated schedule includes four routes serving Wellton; Dome Valley, Wellton Hills, and Coyote Wash; Roll, Texas Hill, Tacna, and Citrus City; and Hyder and Dateland.
Please carefully review the attached updated schedule for your student’s bus stop and pickup time, including the separate Monday pickup times. Because routes and times have changed, we ask all families who utilize district transportation to review the new schedule before Monday morning.
As always, bus pickup times are approximate, and we encourage students to be at their designated stop a few minutes early.
Thank you to our families for your patience, communication, and feedback as we continue working to improve transportation services for our students. We appreciate your partnership and your willingness to work with us as enrollment and transportation needs change throughout our district.
If you have any questions or need assistance determining your student’s route or stop, please contact the Antelope Union High School Front Office at (928) 785-3344 or frontoffice@antelopeunion.org.
Based on recent enrollment changes and feedback we have received from parents and families, we have made several updates to our bus routes and transportation schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.
The updated bus routes and schedule will take effect beginning Monday, August 10, 2026.
Our goal is to make transportation as efficient and accessible as possible while continuing to meet the needs of students throughout our large service area. We greatly appreciate the feedback families have provided as we have worked to adjust and finalize these routes.
The updated schedule includes four routes serving Wellton; Dome Valley, Wellton Hills, and Coyote Wash; Roll, Texas Hill, Tacna, and Citrus City; and Hyder and Dateland.
Please carefully review the attached updated schedule for your student’s bus stop and pickup time, including the separate Monday pickup times. Because routes and times have changed, we ask all families who utilize district transportation to review the new schedule before Monday morning.
As always, bus pickup times are approximate, and we encourage students to be at their designated stop a few minutes early.
Thank you to our families for your patience, communication, and feedback as we continue working to improve transportation services for our students. We appreciate your partnership and your willingness to work with us as enrollment and transportation needs change throughout our district.
If you have any questions or need assistance determining your student’s route or stop, please contact the Antelope Union High School Front Office at (928) 785-3344 or frontoffice@antelopeunion.org.
📣 Freshman Orientation is TONIGHT! 📣
We are excited to welcome our incoming freshmen and their families to Antelope Union High School tonight at 6:00 p.m.
Come meet our freshman teachers, receive important information about the upcoming school year, and help your student feel prepared and confident as they begin their high school journey.
We look forward to seeing the Class of 2030 tonight!
🔵 Freshman Orientation
🔴 Tonight at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Antelope Union High School
Ram Pride! 🐏❤️💙
We are excited to welcome our incoming freshmen and their families to Antelope Union High School tonight at 6:00 p.m.
Come meet our freshman teachers, receive important information about the upcoming school year, and help your student feel prepared and confident as they begin their high school journey.
We look forward to seeing the Class of 2030 tonight!
🔵 Freshman Orientation
🔴 Tonight at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Antelope Union High School
Ram Pride! 🐏❤️💙
📣 REGISTRATION IS HERE, RAMS! ❤️💙
We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2026–2027 school year! Registration begins today, and we cannot wait to see everyone on campus.
Please attend during the scheduled time based on your student’s last name:
🔹 Thursday, July 30
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names A–F
🔹 Friday, July 31
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names G–L
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names M–S
🔹 Monday, August 3
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names T–Z
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students unable to attend their scheduled time
🔹 Tuesday, August 4
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Students who still need to register
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students who still need to register
During registration, students will receive their class schedules, complete required paperwork, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application if needed, sign the technology agreement, receive their Chromebooks, and receive help signing up for the district’s approved school communication platform, Apptegy, on their smartphones.
💵 IMPORTANT: All registration fees and associated costs must be paid in CASH ONLY.
Please plan accordingly, as we will not be able to accept checks, cards, or electronic payments.
Families should also bring all required registration documents, including proof of residency, immunization records, birth certificate, applicable withdrawal or promotion documents, custody documents, and emergency contact information for everyone authorized to pick up the student.
We are ready for an amazing year and cannot wait to see our Rams! 🎉
#RamPride
We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2026–2027 school year! Registration begins today, and we cannot wait to see everyone on campus.
Please attend during the scheduled time based on your student’s last name:
🔹 Thursday, July 30
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names A–F
🔹 Friday, July 31
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names G–L
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names M–S
🔹 Monday, August 3
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names T–Z
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students unable to attend their scheduled time
🔹 Tuesday, August 4
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Students who still need to register
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students who still need to register
During registration, students will receive their class schedules, complete required paperwork, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application if needed, sign the technology agreement, receive their Chromebooks, and receive help signing up for the district’s approved school communication platform, Apptegy, on their smartphones.
💵 IMPORTANT: All registration fees and associated costs must be paid in CASH ONLY.
Please plan accordingly, as we will not be able to accept checks, cards, or electronic payments.
Families should also bring all required registration documents, including proof of residency, immunization records, birth certificate, applicable withdrawal or promotion documents, custody documents, and emergency contact information for everyone authorized to pick up the student.
We are ready for an amazing year and cannot wait to see our Rams! 🎉
#RamPride
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📚 BACK-TO-SCHOOL REGISTRATION BEGINS JULY 30! 🎉
Welcome back, Rams! Registration for the 2026–2027 school year begins Thursday, July 30.
Please attend during the scheduled time based on your student’s last name:
🔹 Thursday, July 30
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names A–F
🔹 Friday, July 31
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names G–L
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names M–S
🔹 Monday, August 3
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names T–Z
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students unable to attend their scheduled time
🔹 Tuesday, August 4
8:30–11:30 a.m. and 12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students who still need to register
During registration, students will receive their class schedules, complete required paperwork, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application if needed, sign the technology agreement, and receive their Chromebooks.
📱 We can also help families sign up for the district’s approved school communication platform, Apptegy, on their smartphones.
Please complete the registration packet and bring:
✅ Preferred phone number and email address
✅ Birth certificate
✅ Immunization records
✅ Proof of residency
✅ Official withdrawal documentation, if applicable
✅ Eighth-grade promotion letter, if applicable
✅ Relevant custody or court documents
✅ Emergency contact information for everyone authorized to pick up the student
For student safety, individuals who are not listed as authorized contacts may not be permitted to pick up a student.
We cannot wait to welcome our students and families back for an exciting and successful year! ❤️💙
#RamPride #BackToSchool #AntelopeUnion
📚 BACK-TO-SCHOOL REGISTRATION BEGINS JULY 30! 🎉
Welcome back, Rams! Registration for the 2026–2027 school year begins Thursday, July 30.
Please attend during the scheduled time based on your student’s last name:
🔹 Thursday, July 30
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names A–F
🔹 Friday, July 31
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names G–L
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Last names M–S
🔹 Monday, August 3
8:30–11:30 a.m. — Last names T–Z
12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students unable to attend their scheduled time
🔹 Tuesday, August 4
8:30–11:30 a.m. and 12:00–3:30 p.m. — Students who still need to register
During registration, students will receive their class schedules, complete required paperwork, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application if needed, sign the technology agreement, and receive their Chromebooks.
📱 We can also help families sign up for the district’s approved school communication platform, Apptegy, on their smartphones.
Please complete the registration packet and bring:
✅ Preferred phone number and email address
✅ Birth certificate
✅ Immunization records
✅ Proof of residency
✅ Official withdrawal documentation, if applicable
✅ Eighth-grade promotion letter, if applicable
✅ Relevant custody or court documents
✅ Emergency contact information for everyone authorized to pick up the student
For student safety, individuals who are not listed as authorized contacts may not be permitted to pick up a student.
We cannot wait to welcome our students and families back for an exciting and successful year! ❤️💙
#RamPride #BackToSchool #AntelopeUnion
Dear Antelope Union High School District Families and Community Members,
Please be advised that tonight’s Governing Board Meeting and Public Budget Hearing, scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 pm, will be moved from the District Board Room to Room 35.
This location change is necessary due to the discovery of an Africanized beehive near the District Board Room and related safety concerns. The meeting time will remain unchanged.
For everyone’s safety, please proceed directly to Room 35 upon arrival and avoid the area surrounding the District Board Room.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a safe environment for all attendees.
Please be advised that tonight’s Governing Board Meeting and Public Budget Hearing, scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 pm, will be moved from the District Board Room to Room 35.
This location change is necessary due to the discovery of an Africanized beehive near the District Board Room and related safety concerns. The meeting time will remain unchanged.
For everyone’s safety, please proceed directly to Room 35 upon arrival and avoid the area surrounding the District Board Room.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a safe environment for all attendees.
📣 Attention Antelope Families! 🍎🐏
As we get ready for another exciting school year, we're making it easier than ever for families to complete their Free & Reduced-Price Meal Applications before school begins!
✅ Applications open Tuesday, July 7
🕗 Assistance available Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍 Antelope Union High School
By opening the application process early, we hope to provide families with more flexibility and ensure applications are processed before the first day of school.
📅 School starts Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Registration:
📆 July 30 – August 4, 2026
Families may complete either a paper application or apply online through EZ Meal Application:
🔗 www.ezmealapp.com
Need to add money to your student's meal account or check their balance? EZSchoolPay is available again this year!
🔗 www.ezschoolpay.com
If you need assistance or have questions, we're here to help!
📞 (928) 785-3344 ext. 4409
📧 rrinehart@antelopeunion.org
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another outstanding year of Ram Pride! ❤️🤍💙🐏
#RamPride
As we get ready for another exciting school year, we're making it easier than ever for families to complete their Free & Reduced-Price Meal Applications before school begins!
✅ Applications open Tuesday, July 7
🕗 Assistance available Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍 Antelope Union High School
By opening the application process early, we hope to provide families with more flexibility and ensure applications are processed before the first day of school.
📅 School starts Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Registration:
📆 July 30 – August 4, 2026
Families may complete either a paper application or apply online through EZ Meal Application:
🔗 www.ezmealapp.com
Need to add money to your student's meal account or check their balance? EZSchoolPay is available again this year!
🔗 www.ezschoolpay.com
If you need assistance or have questions, we're here to help!
📞 (928) 785-3344 ext. 4409
📧 rrinehart@antelopeunion.org
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another outstanding year of Ram Pride! ❤️🤍💙🐏
#RamPride
Dear Antelope Families and Community,
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a high-quality, rigorous education for every student, Antelope Union High School District is proposing the adoption of new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum resources and an updated reading list for grades 9–12.
These proposed resources have been carefully selected to strengthen reading comprehension, writing skills, critical thinking, and college and career readiness while aligning with Arizona Academic Standards.
Proposed Curriculum Resources
Tier II/III Reading Intervention Curriculum
Additional information is available here:
https://assets.mediafly.com/wl/c489cc
English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Curriculum
Additional information is available here:
https://topscorewriting.com/
Paper copies of the proposed curriculum materials are also available for public review at the District Office during normal business hours upon request.
Proposed ELA Reading List
Freshmen
The Outsiders
Romeo and Juliet
The Hate U Give
The House on Mango Street
Fahrenheit 451
A Long Walk to Water
Long Way Down
Animal Farm
Sophomores
All the Pretty Horses
A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Crucible
Baseball in April (And Other Stories)
Selected Short Stories by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Man's Search for Meaning
Supplemental Poetry
The Looming Tower
Juniors
Unbroken
Oliver Twist
Speak
42
Mr. Harrigan's Phone
Night
Seniors
The Great Gatsby
Macbeth
The Things They Carried
Great Expectations
Of Mice and Men
The Call of the Wild
All the King's Men
These selections are designed to expose students to a diverse range of literary genres, historical perspectives, cultures, and writing styles while helping them develop strong analytical, communication, and writing skills.
We value the partnership we share with our families and community and encourage anyone interested to review the proposed materials. Questions, comments, or feedback may be submitted to the District Office during the review period.
Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School and our commitment to providing students with an exceptional education.
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a high-quality, rigorous education for every student, Antelope Union High School District is proposing the adoption of new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum resources and an updated reading list for grades 9–12.
These proposed resources have been carefully selected to strengthen reading comprehension, writing skills, critical thinking, and college and career readiness while aligning with Arizona Academic Standards.
Proposed Curriculum Resources
Tier II/III Reading Intervention Curriculum
Additional information is available here:
https://assets.mediafly.com/wl/c489cc
English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Curriculum
Additional information is available here:
https://topscorewriting.com/
Paper copies of the proposed curriculum materials are also available for public review at the District Office during normal business hours upon request.
Proposed ELA Reading List
Freshmen
The Outsiders
Romeo and Juliet
The Hate U Give
The House on Mango Street
Fahrenheit 451
A Long Walk to Water
Long Way Down
Animal Farm
Sophomores
All the Pretty Horses
A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Crucible
Baseball in April (And Other Stories)
Selected Short Stories by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Man's Search for Meaning
Supplemental Poetry
The Looming Tower
Juniors
Unbroken
Oliver Twist
Speak
42
Mr. Harrigan's Phone
Night
Seniors
The Great Gatsby
Macbeth
The Things They Carried
Great Expectations
Of Mice and Men
The Call of the Wild
All the King's Men
These selections are designed to expose students to a diverse range of literary genres, historical perspectives, cultures, and writing styles while helping them develop strong analytical, communication, and writing skills.
We value the partnership we share with our families and community and encourage anyone interested to review the proposed materials. Questions, comments, or feedback may be submitted to the District Office during the review period.
Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School and our commitment to providing students with an exceptional education.
📣 Support Antelope Cheer at Our Restaurant Takeover! 📣
Join us on Saturday, July 18, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chubby Cheeks Country Deli and help support the Antelope Cheer Squad!
Treat yourself to a great meal while giving back to our student-athletes. A portion of the proceeds from purchases during the event will directly benefit the Antelope Cheer program, helping provide uniforms, equipment, travel opportunities, and other resources that allow our athletes to represent our school with pride.
Community support makes a tremendous difference, and every meal purchased helps our cheerleaders continue building a strong, successful program.
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Chubby Cheeks Country Deli
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us pack the restaurant! We hope to see our entire Ram community there.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Alexandra Saboria at alsaboria@antelopeunion.org.
Thank you for supporting Antelope Cheer and helping our student-athletes succeed. ❤️🤍💙
#RamPride #AntelopeCheer
Good afternoon, Ram Families,
I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you.
Based on our internal calculations, Antelope Union High School is projected to earn a "B" school letter grade for the 2025-2026 school year. While these results remain preliminary and are subject to final review and verification by the Arizona Department of Education, this represents an incredible milestone for our school.
Our current projected score is 69.07 points, comfortably above the 65-point cutoff for a "B", and we are within striking distance of an "A," which currently begins at 83 points. Depending on the state's final review, our score could increase even further.
Just two years ago, this would have seemed nearly impossible.
This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, support staff, administrators, Governing Board, and, most importantly, our families. Together, we have built a culture that emphasizes student growth, high expectations, and preparing every student for success after high school.
Several accomplishments helped make this possible, including:
- Significant improvements on state assessments, including ACT and AzSCI.
- Outstanding participation in ACT Aspire testing.
- Exceptional performance in our English learner program (AZELLA).
- Nearly 96% FAFSA completion, helping more students prepare for college and career opportunities.
- Continued growth in Dual Enrollment, allowing students to earn college credit while still in high school.
- Expanded Career and Technical Education opportunities, with more students earning industry credentials.
- Success in our Spanish CLEP testing initiative, allowing students to earn valuable college credit.
These accomplishments are much more than numbers; they represent students learning more, achieving more, and graduating with greater opportunities than ever before.
What makes this accomplishment even more meaningful is that it was achieved while our district continues working through receivership. Rather than allowing challenges to define us, our staff, students, and community have worked together to prove what can be accomplished through determination, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.
While we are incredibly proud of this projected "B," we also know our work is not finished. With the students currently enrolled at Antelope and the systems we have put in place, we believe earning an "A" school letter grade is an achievable goal over the next two years.
To every student who studied, every teacher who inspired, every staff member who supported, every parent who encouraged, and every community member who believed in Antelope—thank you. This accomplishment belongs to all of us.
Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School. We look forward to celebrating this achievement together once the Arizona Department of Education releases the official results.
I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you.
Based on our internal calculations, Antelope Union High School is projected to earn a "B" school letter grade for the 2025-2026 school year. While these results remain preliminary and are subject to final review and verification by the Arizona Department of Education, this represents an incredible milestone for our school.
Our current projected score is 69.07 points, comfortably above the 65-point cutoff for a "B", and we are within striking distance of an "A," which currently begins at 83 points. Depending on the state's final review, our score could increase even further.
Just two years ago, this would have seemed nearly impossible.
This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, support staff, administrators, Governing Board, and, most importantly, our families. Together, we have built a culture that emphasizes student growth, high expectations, and preparing every student for success after high school.
Several accomplishments helped make this possible, including:
- Significant improvements on state assessments, including ACT and AzSCI.
- Outstanding participation in ACT Aspire testing.
- Exceptional performance in our English learner program (AZELLA).
- Nearly 96% FAFSA completion, helping more students prepare for college and career opportunities.
- Continued growth in Dual Enrollment, allowing students to earn college credit while still in high school.
- Expanded Career and Technical Education opportunities, with more students earning industry credentials.
- Success in our Spanish CLEP testing initiative, allowing students to earn valuable college credit.
These accomplishments are much more than numbers; they represent students learning more, achieving more, and graduating with greater opportunities than ever before.
What makes this accomplishment even more meaningful is that it was achieved while our district continues working through receivership. Rather than allowing challenges to define us, our staff, students, and community have worked together to prove what can be accomplished through determination, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.
While we are incredibly proud of this projected "B," we also know our work is not finished. With the students currently enrolled at Antelope and the systems we have put in place, we believe earning an "A" school letter grade is an achievable goal over the next two years.
To every student who studied, every teacher who inspired, every staff member who supported, every parent who encouraged, and every community member who believed in Antelope—thank you. This accomplishment belongs to all of us.
Thank you for your continued support of Antelope Union High School. We look forward to celebrating this achievement together once the Arizona Department of Education releases the official results.
Dear Antelope Families and Community Members,
I am pleased to share an important milestone in Antelope Union High School District's continued efforts to strengthen our future and ensure long-term financial stability.
As of May 31, 2026, the district successfully paid all outstanding registered warrants. While this may sound like a technical financial term, it represents significant progress in improving the district's financial health and moving closer to a successful exit from receivership.
This accomplishment did not happen overnight. It is the result of careful planning, responsible financial management, and the collective efforts of our Governing Board, staff, students, families, community partners, and state-appointed leadership. It reflects the progress Antelope has made over the past two years and demonstrates that our district is moving in the right direction.
I would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our community for your continued support of Antelope. Whether you have volunteered your time, attended events, donated resources, supported our fundraisers, sponsored programs, or simply advocated for our students and school, your contributions have played an important role in helping us reach this milestone. Strong schools are built through strong community partnerships, and we are grateful for the investment our community continues to make in Antelope's success.
While there is still important work ahead, we are proud of this achievement and the opportunities it creates for our students and school community. Every step we take toward financial stability helps ensure that we can continue investing in educational opportunities, student programs, facilities, and the overall success of our students.
Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and commitment to Antelope Union High School. Together, we are honoring our past, building our future, and creating new opportunities for the next generation of Rams.
Dear Antelope Families,
We have an exciting opportunity to bring the world to Antelope while making a lasting impact on a student's life. We are currently seeking host families for several international exchange students who will be studying in the United States this school year.
Hosting an exchange student is a rewarding experience that allows families to learn about another culture, create lifelong friendships, and help a young person experience American life and education firsthand.
We currently have the following students available for placement:
Kosuma – Cambodia
Kosuma has a passion for astronomy and loves learning about the stars and the universe. We would especially love to place her with a family that enjoys stargazing or has access to a telescope so she can continue pursuing her interest while experiencing the beauty of our rural Arizona skies.
Ariana – Italy
Ariana enjoys spending time with pets, cooking, and playing chess. She loves the mountains and dreams of becoming an actress. She would be a wonderful fit for a family that enjoys outdoor adventures, creativity, and sharing meals together.
Emilian – Germany
Emilian is passionate about soccer and plays as often as possible. He would be an excellent addition to our soccer program and would thrive with a family that enjoys sports and an active lifestyle.
Linus – Germany
Linus enjoys music, dance, theatre, sports, and working out. He would be a great fit for a family that values both creativity and staying active.
If you have ever considered hosting an exchange student, or if you know someone in our community who may be interested, please contact me. I would be happy to answer any questions and provide additional information about the hosting process.
Thank you for considering this unique opportunity to share the Antelope community with students from around the world.
We have an exciting opportunity to bring the world to Antelope while making a lasting impact on a student's life. We are currently seeking host families for several international exchange students who will be studying in the United States this school year.
Hosting an exchange student is a rewarding experience that allows families to learn about another culture, create lifelong friendships, and help a young person experience American life and education firsthand.
We currently have the following students available for placement:
Kosuma – Cambodia
Kosuma has a passion for astronomy and loves learning about the stars and the universe. We would especially love to place her with a family that enjoys stargazing or has access to a telescope so she can continue pursuing her interest while experiencing the beauty of our rural Arizona skies.
Ariana – Italy
Ariana enjoys spending time with pets, cooking, and playing chess. She loves the mountains and dreams of becoming an actress. She would be a wonderful fit for a family that enjoys outdoor adventures, creativity, and sharing meals together.
Emilian – Germany
Emilian is passionate about soccer and plays as often as possible. He would be an excellent addition to our soccer program and would thrive with a family that enjoys sports and an active lifestyle.
Linus – Germany
Linus enjoys music, dance, theatre, sports, and working out. He would be a great fit for a family that values both creativity and staying active.
If you have ever considered hosting an exchange student, or if you know someone in our community who may be interested, please contact me. I would be happy to answer any questions and provide additional information about the hosting process.
Thank you for considering this unique opportunity to share the Antelope community with students from around the world.
🏥 Free Sports Physical Opportunities Still Available! 🏥
Antelope students and families, if you missed our annual free physical event this past May, there is still time to get your required sports physical completed before the start of the school year!
Exceptional Community Hospital
📍 2648 E. Araby Rd., Yuma, AZ 85365
📅 June 3, 2026 – August 8, 2026
⏰ Wednesday–Friday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
⏰ Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Yuma County Health Services Department
📍 2200 W. 28th St., Yuma, AZ 85364
📅 July 23, 2026 & July 30, 2026
📞 Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling (928) 317-4540.
Important Reminders:
✅ A parent or guardian must accompany the student.
✅ Students must bring the approved AIA physical packet and any required medical documentation.
✅ Physicals are required for participation in Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) athletics and many extracurricular activities.
We encourage families to take advantage of these free opportunities and get ready for another great year of Ram athletics and activities!
#RamPride 🐏
Antelope students and families, if you missed our annual free physical event this past May, there is still time to get your required sports physical completed before the start of the school year!
Exceptional Community Hospital
📍 2648 E. Araby Rd., Yuma, AZ 85365
📅 June 3, 2026 – August 8, 2026
⏰ Wednesday–Friday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
⏰ Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Yuma County Health Services Department
📍 2200 W. 28th St., Yuma, AZ 85364
📅 July 23, 2026 & July 30, 2026
📞 Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling (928) 317-4540.
Important Reminders:
✅ A parent or guardian must accompany the student.
✅ Students must bring the approved AIA physical packet and any required medical documentation.
✅ Physicals are required for participation in Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) athletics and many extracurricular activities.
We encourage families to take advantage of these free opportunities and get ready for another great year of Ram athletics and activities!
#RamPride 🐏
🐏 GO RAMS BOOSTER CLUB MEETING 🐏
Looking for a way to support Antelope students and get involved in our community?
Join us tonight for the Go Rams Booster Club Meeting!
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 High Tanks Pizzeria – Wellton, AZ
The Go Rams Booster Club supports all student extracurricular activities through fundraising, volunteer efforts, and community engagement. Whether you're a parent, community member, business owner, alumnus, or simply someone who wants to support our students, we'd love to have you join us.
Come learn about upcoming projects, fundraising opportunities, and ways you can help make a positive impact on student programs during the 2026-2027 school year.
All are welcome!
#RamPride #GoRams
Looking for a way to support Antelope students and get involved in our community?
Join us tonight for the Go Rams Booster Club Meeting!
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 High Tanks Pizzeria – Wellton, AZ
The Go Rams Booster Club supports all student extracurricular activities through fundraising, volunteer efforts, and community engagement. Whether you're a parent, community member, business owner, alumnus, or simply someone who wants to support our students, we'd love to have you join us.
Come learn about upcoming projects, fundraising opportunities, and ways you can help make a positive impact on student programs during the 2026-2027 school year.
All are welcome!
#RamPride #GoRams
📣 FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR KIDS & TEENS IN WELLTON! ☀️🍎🥪
Wellton Elementary School will once again be offering FREE breakfast and lunch meals to all children and teens ages 0–18 this summer through the Sun Meals Program!
📍 Location: Wellton Elementary School
📅 Dates: June 1 – June 25, 2026
⏰ Serving Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🍽️ Meals Served: Breakfast & Lunch
💲 Cost: Completely FREE
📝 Registration: No application or sign-up required
Families are encouraged to take advantage of this great opportunity to ensure students continue receiving healthy meals throughout the summer months. Meals are available to all children and teens regardless of school enrollment.
Attached are the June breakfast and lunch menus, along with additional program information in both English and Spanish.
For more information about Sun Meals locations across Arizona, visit:
AZ Health Zone Summer Meals Information
#SummerMeals #WelltonAZ #FreeMeals #SunMeals #CommunitySupport #RamPride
Wellton Elementary School will once again be offering FREE breakfast and lunch meals to all children and teens ages 0–18 this summer through the Sun Meals Program!
📍 Location: Wellton Elementary School
📅 Dates: June 1 – June 25, 2026
⏰ Serving Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🍽️ Meals Served: Breakfast & Lunch
💲 Cost: Completely FREE
📝 Registration: No application or sign-up required
Families are encouraged to take advantage of this great opportunity to ensure students continue receiving healthy meals throughout the summer months. Meals are available to all children and teens regardless of school enrollment.
Attached are the June breakfast and lunch menus, along with additional program information in both English and Spanish.
For more information about Sun Meals locations across Arizona, visit:
AZ Health Zone Summer Meals Information
#SummerMeals #WelltonAZ #FreeMeals #SunMeals #CommunitySupport #RamPride
Dear AUHS Families and Community,
Antelope Union High School would like to extend a sincere thank you to our incredible Booster Club for organizing a special fundraiser to support AUHS student-athletes for the 2026–2027 school year.
As part of this effort, student-athletes will be selling car wash tickets for the AUHS Sports Car Wash Fundraiser taking place:
📅 Saturday, May 30th, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Ed Whitehead’s Tire – Wellton, AZ
All student-athletes participating in sports during the 2026–2027 school year are required to pay a one-time $100 sports registration fee. To help reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket costs for families, each athlete will receive twenty (20) car wash tickets to sell at $5 each. Selling all 20 tickets fully covers the registration fee.
This fundraiser is currently planned as the only sports fundraiser opportunity available for athletes, so we strongly encourage all students considering participation in athletics next school year to take advantage of this opportunity.
Important Reminders:
• Tickets and money should be turned in by the last day of school, or at Ed Whitehead’s before the car wash begins at 7:00 AM on May 30th.
• Any unsold tickets and/or remaining money must still be returned by the final turn-in date.
• Sports registration fees must be fully paid before participating in an athlete’s first game.
We are extremely grateful to our Booster Club, volunteers, families, and community members for supporting AUHS athletics and helping provide opportunities for our students.
Thank you again for your continued support of AUHS Athletics and Ram Pride!
GO RAM PRIDE!
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
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!
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!
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!
