Take a look at some of our SUPERHEROS!
Huge shout-out to Kingsley Insurance Group for fueling our team today! We are so grateful for the delicious Mancino's lunch during Staff Appreciation Week. It’s local partnerships like this that make our community so special!
Gibby Jason has just wrapped up his senior National Honor Society project. In a collaborative effort with Gift of Life representative Amy Bacon and the help of students, they created well over 150+ homemade toys for the local animal shelters and humane societies.
"You'll have a good life, if you do good things for others".
- Ceo Bauer
The students were honored to visit with Mr. Bauer, a World War Two veteran who continues his lifelong work of educating the youth all while being 102 years young. He spoke of the war, his life, and offered advice to the younger generations. It was truly an honor to have him as a guest speaker!
Daily Announcements for 5/04/26
Middle school reward trip will take place on Friday, May 15th. Permission slips will be passed out soon. Permission slips and money need to be turned in to Mr. Cervini. They are due this Friday.
The middle school academic banquet will take place on Monday, May18th at 5:30pm in the cafeteria.
Middle Schools Flowers for the Community event will take place on Friday, May 22nd starting at 1:00pm in the cafeteria.
There will be a Middle School Student Council meeting after school this Thursday.
If you are interested in a summer job, internship, and more come to the computer lab on Friday May 8th @ 1:15. Michigan works will be here to help get you set up for the summer and answer any questions you may have.
Congratulations to last week's PAWS winners!
PAWS Winners are as follows:
Elementary: Jaelyn Angell, Devina Ricci and Hyatt Ackels
Middle School: Summer Follett, Peyton Billings and Shane Rhynard
High School: Emma Felton and Jazmyne Good
Middle school reward trip will take place on Friday, May 15th. Permission slips will be passed out soon. Permission slips and money need to be turned in to Mr. Cervini. They are due this Friday.
The middle school academic banquet will take place on Monday, May18th at 5:30pm in the cafeteria.
Middle Schools Flowers for the Community event will take place on Friday, May 22nd starting at 1:00pm in the cafeteria.
There will be a Middle School Student Council meeting after school this Thursday.
If you are interested in a summer job, internship, and more come to the computer lab on Friday May 8th @ 1:15. Michigan works will be here to help get you set up for the summer and answer any questions you may have.
Congratulations to last week's PAWS winners!
PAWS Winners are as follows:
Elementary: Jaelyn Angell, Devina Ricci and Hyatt Ackels
Middle School: Summer Follett, Peyton Billings and Shane Rhynard
High School: Emma Felton and Jazmyne Good
Thank you to Biggby Coffee of Ithaca for helping make our Staff Appreciation Week a hit!
📢 ATTENTION K-4TH GRADE FAMILIES📢
We are proud to partner with Gratiot County MDHHS for this fun event. Each student K-4 can invite ONE very important person - VIP to this even!
We are proud to partner with Gratiot County MDHHS for this fun event. Each student K-4 can invite ONE very important person - VIP to this even!
💙💛🐻Staff Appreciation Week at Ashley Community Schools is a time to recognize the people who keep the district running strong every single day. From teachers and paraprofessionals to custodial teams, bus drivers, food service staff, administrative assistants, guidance counselor, maintenance crews, and administrators, each role plays a vital part in creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for students.
This week is all about gratitude—celebrating the dedication, teamwork, and care that staff bring to their work. Whether it’s a kind word, a small gesture, or a community shout-out, it’s an opportunity to highlight the impact these individuals have on students’ lives and the strength they bring to the Ashley school community as a whole.💙💛🐻
This week is all about gratitude—celebrating the dedication, teamwork, and care that staff bring to their work. Whether it’s a kind word, a small gesture, or a community shout-out, it’s an opportunity to highlight the impact these individuals have on students’ lives and the strength they bring to the Ashley school community as a whole.💙💛🐻
📢Calling all Middle School Students📢
⭐Registration is now open for current 6-8th graders in Gratiot or Isabella Counties! Students can explore hands on career pathways at TWO campus locations this summer, June 8-11!⭐
⭐Register here for Mt Pleasant campus:
https://forms.gle/Y3WBUmjbFoP99MhD9
📍 GI-TEC Mt. Pleasant Campus
1155 S. Elizabeth St., Mt. Pleasant
Programs Offered:
• Automotive
• Culinary Arts
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Media
• Health Science Careers
• Machine Trades / Mechanical Drafting
• Marketing
• Small Engines
⭐Register here for Alma campus:
https://forms.gle/ZQJT4fPDESrjDKTn7
📍 GI-TEC Alma Campus
1500 Pine Ave., Alma
Programs Offered:
• Agriscience
• Automotive
• Criminal Justice / Firefighting
• Health Science Careers
• Pre-Engineering
• Welding
⭐Registration is now open for current 6-8th graders in Gratiot or Isabella Counties! Students can explore hands on career pathways at TWO campus locations this summer, June 8-11!⭐
⭐Register here for Mt Pleasant campus:
https://forms.gle/Y3WBUmjbFoP99MhD9
📍 GI-TEC Mt. Pleasant Campus
1155 S. Elizabeth St., Mt. Pleasant
Programs Offered:
• Automotive
• Culinary Arts
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Media
• Health Science Careers
• Machine Trades / Mechanical Drafting
• Marketing
• Small Engines
⭐Register here for Alma campus:
https://forms.gle/ZQJT4fPDESrjDKTn7
📍 GI-TEC Alma Campus
1500 Pine Ave., Alma
Programs Offered:
• Agriscience
• Automotive
• Criminal Justice / Firefighting
• Health Science Careers
• Pre-Engineering
• Welding
The Fulton Schools and Ashley Community Schools Board of Education are pleased to announce that we have entered into negotiations with Mr. Ryan Portenga to serve as the superintendent for both districts and communities. This is an exciting first step as we embark on a new chapter together!
Mr. Portenga brings a wealth of experience from his impressive service as the Middle/High School Principal at Pewamo Westphalia. During his tenure, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to championing all students across Academics, Arts, and Athletics. The interview process allowed us to gain an even greater appreciation for his accomplishments, which are grounded in a student and family-centered philosophy and close collaboration with his administrative teams.
We are confident that Mr. Portenga's strong communication abilities, steadfast work ethic, and core values will align with the goals and aspirations of both districts and communities. His leadership will help foster positive growth and a stronger sense of community throughout our schools.
We look forward to the positive impact Mr. Portenga will bring and are excited for what the future holds!
Here's to embarking on a remarkable adventure together-one that will benefit our communities for years to come!!!
Karla Childers
Steve Hardman
Mr. Portenga brings a wealth of experience from his impressive service as the Middle/High School Principal at Pewamo Westphalia. During his tenure, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to championing all students across Academics, Arts, and Athletics. The interview process allowed us to gain an even greater appreciation for his accomplishments, which are grounded in a student and family-centered philosophy and close collaboration with his administrative teams.
We are confident that Mr. Portenga's strong communication abilities, steadfast work ethic, and core values will align with the goals and aspirations of both districts and communities. His leadership will help foster positive growth and a stronger sense of community throughout our schools.
We look forward to the positive impact Mr. Portenga will bring and are excited for what the future holds!
Here's to embarking on a remarkable adventure together-one that will benefit our communities for years to come!!!
Karla Childers
Steve Hardman
Reminder tomorrow, April 29th, is a delayed start day for students. Staff will be participating in professional development training in the morning. Classes will begin at 11 am. CTE students, the bus will leave at its regular time.
Daily Announcements for April 27, 2026 📢🗒️🐻💙💛
Come enjoy “A Night Under the Stars!” Prom is right around the corner for 9th - 12th grade! Saturday, May 2nd from 7-11pm at the ZCBJ Hall in Bannister Tickets are on sale now! $25 Single, $35 Couple Get your tickets Before and after school in the Science Lab or from a Junior during lunch! There will be ice cream, snacks, DJ & a Caricature Artist! Don’t miss out! Pre-sale tickets only! Must fill out a dance form for any non-Ashley High School students planning to attend
Middle school second chance essays for the reward trip are due by 3:00pm Friday May 1st.
Middle school reward trip will take place on Friday, May 15th. Permission slips will be passed out soon.
High school students, please take the time to fill out the “Your Voice Matters" google form by end of the school day TODAY. This was shared with you in your school email.
Varsity Baseball and Softball play Carson City in Fulton tonight. Players are dismissed at 2:30pm and the van leaves at 2:45pm. Good luck!
Track travels to compete at Montabella tonight. Good luck!
PTO would like to thank all the staff and students for their help at the carnival. We raised a total of 4,120.00 and we couldn’t have done it without you!
The Book fair is next week. This is the Buy one Get one free fair. It runs May 4th - May 9th in the library.
Are you interested in a construction job? Do you want a chance to operate machines, and win prizes? Then come on a fun field trip Thursday April 30th. See Ms. Rivera for permission slips.
Congratulations to last week's PAWS winners!
PAWS Winners are as follows:
Elementary: Blaze Crumbaugh, Jase Seifert and Lynnlee Ringle
Middle School: Sofia Rodriguez, Annabelle Miller, and Aroura McGill
High School: Caiden Russel, Nevaeh Gotham and Peyton Rohn
Come enjoy “A Night Under the Stars!” Prom is right around the corner for 9th - 12th grade! Saturday, May 2nd from 7-11pm at the ZCBJ Hall in Bannister Tickets are on sale now! $25 Single, $35 Couple Get your tickets Before and after school in the Science Lab or from a Junior during lunch! There will be ice cream, snacks, DJ & a Caricature Artist! Don’t miss out! Pre-sale tickets only! Must fill out a dance form for any non-Ashley High School students planning to attend
Middle school second chance essays for the reward trip are due by 3:00pm Friday May 1st.
Middle school reward trip will take place on Friday, May 15th. Permission slips will be passed out soon.
High school students, please take the time to fill out the “Your Voice Matters" google form by end of the school day TODAY. This was shared with you in your school email.
Varsity Baseball and Softball play Carson City in Fulton tonight. Players are dismissed at 2:30pm and the van leaves at 2:45pm. Good luck!
Track travels to compete at Montabella tonight. Good luck!
PTO would like to thank all the staff and students for their help at the carnival. We raised a total of 4,120.00 and we couldn’t have done it without you!
The Book fair is next week. This is the Buy one Get one free fair. It runs May 4th - May 9th in the library.
Are you interested in a construction job? Do you want a chance to operate machines, and win prizes? Then come on a fun field trip Thursday April 30th. See Ms. Rivera for permission slips.
Congratulations to last week's PAWS winners!
PAWS Winners are as follows:
Elementary: Blaze Crumbaugh, Jase Seifert and Lynnlee Ringle
Middle School: Sofia Rodriguez, Annabelle Miller, and Aroura McGill
High School: Caiden Russel, Nevaeh Gotham and Peyton Rohn
Join us Saturday May 9th at Ashley Community Schools—great food, plants, and books for everyone! 🌼📚🥞
💛💙💛💙 THANK YOU 💙💛💙💛
The 2nd round of Superintendent Interviews will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, starting at 4:30 p.m. The interviews will take place in the Penny Bearden Media Center at Fulton High School. These interviews are open to the public, and we encourage you to attend. A QR code will be available for you to submit your feedback.
Come one, come all to the Annual Ashley PTO Carnival 🎪
3rd and 4th graders building strong minds one page at a time—independent reading in action! 📚✨
Celebrating students who lead by example! 👏 This week at the board meeting, we recognized outstanding students for being respectful, responsible, and safe. Your actions make a difference in our schools every day—keep up the great work!
Celebrating Earth Day the best way! 🌎💧 Our high school STEAM students brought learning to life by teaching elementary students about water pollution, littering, and recycling through fun movement and hands-on activities. Inspiring young minds to protect our planet—one interactive lesson at a time!
History of Gaming class trying out logic vs. chance games.
