Voting is unlimited, and this is the final week to make a difference! The Chaps have dropped from third to fourth place in the Community Connection School of the Year Award standings, presented by Optimum. The grand prize includes the title and a $2,500 donation.
With only a few hundred votes separating all the schools, it’s critical to vote now and as often as possible through Jan. 17.
Current Standings:
1. Lubbock Cooper High School
2. Prosper High School
3. Melissa High School
4. Aubrey High School
5. Amarillo Tascosa High School
6. Rockwall Heath High School
Help Aubrey climb the ranks by casting your vote here: Vote Now https://www.texasfootball.com/community-connection-school-program-presented-by-optimum/?ref=subnav
All Aubrey ISD campuses and offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume Tuesday, Jan. 21. Full 2024–2025 Aubrey ISD Calendar here: https://bit.ly/3WFnuNa.
January is School Board Appreciation Month! We deeply appreciate our hardworking school board members who devote their time and energy to empowering our students and staff. Their guidance and dedication leave a meaningful mark on our community!
What’s better than starting the second semester strong? Starting it twice! We’re excited to welcome back our staff and students tomorrow. All schools and buses will operate on their normal schedules.
Get Ready to Cheer Loud and Proud!
Our AHS cheerleaders are asking YOU to match their energy at the 2025 UIL State Championship!
Cheerleaders are the heartbeat of school spirit, and they’ve worked tirelessly to bring the energy to countless events in our community. Now it’s time to return the favor! Let’s pack the stands and show our Chaparral pride!
Details Below:
What: UIL State Competition
When:
• Community Show-Off: Wednesday, January 15th @ 6 PM in the AHS Gym
• State Championship: Friday, January 17th
• Qualifying Round Performance Time: 10:24 AM
• Finals for qualifying teams will be held in the evening.
Where: Fort Worth Convention Center - Panel A
1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Parking:
• 1100 Houston Street Parking Garage
• 1301 Commerce Street Parking Garage
Special Event Rate: $18 (prices subject to change, cash/credit accepted).
Tickets: https://events.hometownticketing.com/organization/5468d9cd-a061-4496-bd2d-ffb1c4d3f0d2
Select “Spirit”
Click “Get Tickets” for January 17th
Purchase for “4A D1”
Can’t make it in person? Watch the event live on the NFHS Network with a subscription at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/uil/spirit.
Let’s bring the noise, pack the stands, and cheer on our Chaparrals to victory!
Due to inclement weather, all Aubrey ISD schools and administrative offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 10. All after school activities are canceled. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and warm.
Law Enforcement Day was established to express gratitude and support for law enforcement officers and their commitment to serving their communities. Today, we honor the Aubrey ISD Police Department.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, all Aubrey ISD schools and administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 9. All after school activities are canceled. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and warm. Check email for further details.
We look forward to welcoming all of our Chaparrals back on Tuesday, Jan. 7! In Aubrey ISD, the safety of our staff and students is our top priority. Administrators are monitoring this week’s weather conditions closely. If the need for school closures or delays arises, we will utilize various communication tools to keep parents informed. These include the district website, social media platforms, KXAS TV NBC5, WFAA TV News8 and KDFW TV Fox 4. In addition, parents will receive notifications via email, phone, and text message through the student data system. Please monitor Aubrey ISD social media channels and District notifications for updates. See you in the morning and stay warm!
Aubrey ISD school board members, administrators, faculty and staff gathered at Aubrey Middle School for a “State of the District” meeting called by Superintendent Dr. Shannon Saylor. It actually was a surprise renaming of Aubrey Middle School! In Fall 2025, Aubrey ISD will open its second middle school named for Evalois Owens. Now, both schools have individuals they are named for. Congratulations to Aubrey ISD Deputy Superintendent Terrie McNabb. Led by principal Dr. Heather Vandiver, McNabb Middle School is here! Read more about the reveal in the comments here: https://www.facebook.com/share/18X9bjPLQ7/?mibextid=wwXIfr #McNabbMiddleSchool25 #OwensMiddleSchool25
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful break and is recharged for the spring semester. As a reminder, Aubrey ISD teachers and staff return to work tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 6, and students return on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Full 2024–2025 Aubrey ISD Calendar here: https://bit.ly/3WFnuNa.
January is School Board Recognition Month
Each January, we take the time to recognize and celebrate our school board members for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to enhancing public education.
Happy New Year!
This past weekend, four of our Aubrey FFA swine exhibitors traveled to Wichita Falls, TX, to compete against exhibitors from Oklahoma, Louisiana, Texas, Kansas, Georgia, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Colorado. They achieved great success, with one even earning a $1,250 college scholarship!
• Hannah Marquis: 3rd Overall Chester Prospect Gilt
• McKenna Thompson: 5th Overall Landrace Prospect Gilt
• Brody Hurley: 3rd Overall Yorkshire Gilt
• Lukas Marquis: Competed in two highly competitive classes.
Happy Holidays!
This year’s district holiday luncheon took on a new look but still served as a fantastic way to kick off the holiday season. Each campus celebrated uniquely, with meals and treats for their staff in festive styles. At the high school, breakfast was delivered door-to-door. Staff district and campus gifts were also handed out. To start the holiday festivities, retirees, Chaparral Legacy Cooperative members, and district administrators enjoyed a luncheon at Aubrey Middle School, highlighted by a variety of student performances. We wish all our families a holiday season filled with rest, joy, and cherished moments together. Watch video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/14W6vPqWd3/?mibextid=wwXIfr
At this evening’s board meeting, the Aubrey ISD Holiday Card and its designer, Madison “Madi” Houck of Aubrey High School, were recognized. Although Madi was unable to attend, both she and her beautiful card received well-deserved recognition.
Aubrey is currently in 3rd place for the Community Connection School of the Year Award, presented by Optimum, and the $2,500 grand prize! With only a few hundred votes separating us from the top two schools, Prosper and Lubbock Cooper, it’s crucial to keep voting now and as often as possible through January 17th. Remember, voting is unlimited!
Vote here: https://www.texasfootball.com/community-connection-school-program-presented-by-optimum/?ref=subnav
The Aubrey Middle School Career Exploration Fair took place Dec. 16, 2024. Professionals from a variety of careers were on-hand to share insights about their field with eager to learn sixth through eighth graders.
See More: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/LBaqM8hBF72m1Hx6/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Aubrey High School Alum and FFA Member Alexis Reese Blankenship Earns Prestigious American FFA Degree
The Aubrey FFA Chapter is proud to announce that Alexis Reese Blankenship, a 2023 graduate of Aubrey High School, has been awarded the American FFA Degree, the highest honor bestowed by the National FFA Organization. This distinction, earned by less than 1% of FFA members each year, recognizes Alexis’s outstanding dedication to agricultural education, leadership, and career development.
Alexis achieved this prestigious degree through her Placement Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) at Aubrey Florist, where she gained extensive hands-on experience in floral design, customer service, and small business operations. Her work at Aubrey Florist not only refined her technical skills but also highlighted her creativity and professionalism, making her an exemplary ambassador of FFA values.
The American FFA Degree requires members to demonstrate significant achievements in their SAE, as well as community service and leadership activities. Alexis’s unwavering commitment to her SAE and the Aubrey FFA Chapter is a testament to her hard work, perseverance, and passion for the agriculture industry.
The Aubrey FFA Chapter is incredibly proud of Alexis for earning this distinguished honor and for serving as a role model to her peers. Her success exemplifies the spirit of FFA and its mission to cultivate leaders in agriculture and beyond. #aubreyproud
