We have been closely monitoring the winter weather that moved into our area early this morning. After meeting with representatives from the National Weather Service, Denton County, and neighboring district leaders, we have determined that all schools and district buildings will be open as scheduled tomorrow, Jan. 16, 2024. Precipitation is not anticipated, and dangerous road conditions are not expected to impact our district. However, temperatures will be very cold in the early morning hours. Please be prepared and dress warmly. If anything changes, we will notify you via our mass communication system.
We're excited to invite you to the Daddy Daughter Dance, hosted by AHS and Student Council. It's happening on Feb. 10 from 6-8 p.m. at the Gateway Center at UNT. Tickets are available on MySchoolBucks, and they're priced at $50.00 for a couple(Daddy/Daughter). If you have additional siblings, it's just an extra $10 .00 per sibling. It's going to be a fantastic evening filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see you there! Email questions to>> mnowak@aubreyisd.net
Attention Parents of Current 8th Grade Students, please mark your calendars for Jan. 25 at 6:00 p.m. We will be hosting an important meeting where we will cover all the necessary information regarding high school requirements and the course selection process. This is an event you won't want to miss.
Aubrey High School has two upcoming test opportunities this spring. The first is the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) on Feb. 23. It is a multiple-aptitude test that measures developed abilities and predicts future academic and occupational success in the military. Students interested in taking the ASVAB should sign up using the Google form provided by Feb. 9. The second opportunity is the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) which will be administered from Feb. 26-28 (as needed). The TSI is used by colleges to determine if students are ready for college-level course work in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. The sign-up deadline for the TSI is also Feb. 9. Students who wish to take the assessment can sign up using the provided form. For any questions, please contact jreid@aubreyisd.net. ASVAB Form>> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZaC1kcPUuvcxDjbV9vs7Dk6QbKHy6WNugcH4Z3vImyQ/edit TSI Form>> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1tR1j0ZmbrqTt_whdhocfoo2GHV-Wf0e33iGmDxYGUaQ/edit
Jan. 15, 2024
Coach Dumond Reports:
Jan. 11
The Aubrey Boys Soccer team played a tough match against Sulphur Springs. It was an extremely hard-fought battle, but unfortunately, Aubrey came up just short. At halftime, Aubrey had a 1-0 lead thanks to a goal from Juan Serrano. However, during the second half, Aubrey had two penalty kicks, both of which Sulphur Springs scored on. The second penalty kick was a result of an Aubrey player being called for a handball while protecting his face from a shot in a packed box. The final score was 2-1 in favor of Sulphur Springs.
Despite the loss, Aubrey dominated the game and proved to be the stronger team.
Jan. 12
The Aubrey Boys Soccer team took on Bridgeport for the second time in as many weeks. They played a very defensive counter-attacking style of play. Bridgeport managed to score late in the first half, taking a 1-0 lead, but they never scored again.
In the second half, Aubrey did not allow any scoring opportunities. They countered several times, hitting the left post twice and the right post once. Earlier this week, Bridgeport was ranked as the #1 team in the state and is currently ranked #8 by MaxPreps. This was the best game Aubrey has played to date, and we are extremely proud of the boys' effort today.
Jan. 13
The Aubrey Boys Soccer team played their final game of the Celina Tournament against Sunnyvale. It was a gritty performance by the boys, as they faced a tough opponent in state-ranked Sunnyvale. In the first half, they had to contend with a strong wind from an arctic blast and Sunnyvale's high-powered offense. Sunnyvale managed to score off a rebound from one of many corners, taking the lead at halftime with a score of 1-0.
In the second half, with the wind at their back, Aubrey scored a beautiful back post header from right back Clark Stewart. Later, Juan Serrano scored from a corner, securing the victory for Aubrey. Despite a relentless attack from Sunnyvale, Aubrey's backline held strong, and they won the game with a final score of 2-1.
Next, Aubrey will face Sanger on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Chaparral Stadium at 6 PM. We invite you to come out and support the team in their final game before the start of district play!
Aubrey High School Senior Brody Burton and Freshman Margaret Quade competed at the UIL 4A State Congress Debate Meet on Jan. 10-11. They both advanced to the final round, which only had 18 competitors. This is the first time any AHS debater has advanced passed the preliminary rounds at State. Margaret finished 9th overall and Brody won 4th place.
Coach Gathright Reports:
The Aubrey Lady Chaps suffered a 41-30 loss to Van Alstyne, bringing their district record to 0-3 and their overall record to 9-12. Aubrey's scores by quarters were 7, 6, 7, and 10, while Van Alstyne's scores by quarters were 6, 3, 16, and 16. Leading scorers for Aubrey were Brooklyn Weier with 10 points, Kynadi Hall with 6 points, Shelby Harrington and Addie Cagle with 5 points each, and Landry Gannon and Molly Ward with 2 points each.
Next, the Lady Chaps will be playing at home against Celina on Tuesday night.
The Lady Chaps Soccer team improved their record to 3-2 this season after winning 8-1 against Sanger. Sophomore and Captain, Brynnlee Bohannon scored 4 goals. Macy Childers scored 2 goals and had 2 assists. Junior, Alison Fleming, scored 1 goal. Maria Maldonado scored 1 goal. Jordin Gomez had 1 assist.
After focusing on offense all week in practice, it was fun to see the team connect offensively with each other for this game. Defense maintained composure throughout the game, and made numerous offensive runs creating scoring opportunities for the team. Overall, I am proud of this team for applying practice to game day performance this week. The girls return to action on Tuesday, in Wichita Falls. JV plays Wichita Falls at 4:00 followed by Varsity vs Wichita Falls at 6:00!
Coach Smith Reports:
Jan. 12
Aubrey 40
Van Alstyne 61
This was definitely not our best offensive performance of the year against Van Alstyen. Their size and zone defense caused us trouble, as they hit 12 threes against our man defense. In contrast, we only managed to hit 5 threes against their zone. Our game plan was to speed them up and turn it into a full court game, but they were able to match our pace. Ultimately, the difference was that they shot the ball better than us, even in transition. We will regroup and focus on improving for our game against Celina on Tuesday.
Record Overall 17-8
District 0-1
Aubrey Score Contributors:
Tyler Hightower 2
Branden West 12
Gavin Barnes 5
Jaedon Bogar 7
Emory Jones 5
Tyler Brown 2
Elijah Herron 7
Winter Weather Communication Reminders: In Aubrey ISD, the safety of our staff and students is our top priority. Administrators are monitoring next 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.
The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) describes the role of a school board in the following way: the role of the school board is to ensure that a shared vision and goals are adopted for the district, establish systems and processes to accomplish those goals, allocate resources and provide support to ensure progress and accountability. The school board also advocates for the success of all students and works collaboratively with the district superintendent. We believe that the Aubrey ISD board does an excellent job of meeting each of these expectations. #SchoolBoardMonth
Aubrey ISD schools and offices will be closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 15. You can view the full calendar here: https://bit.ly/4aHbv8e
Benton Bland, a graduate of Aubrey ISD, was elected to the Aubrey ISD Board of Trustees in May of 2022. With three children of his own in the District, Mr. Bland felt compelled to serve on the school board in order to support the faculty and staff in their mission to educate future world changers. #SchoolBoardMonth
Terry Brockett, elected in May 2021, is serving his first term on the Aubrey ISD Board. Mr. Brockett had this to say about running for School Board: "I felt that my years of business experience could be an asset to the Aubrey board, and I also want to be part of a capable team serving the students and community." Mr. Brockett attended Aubrey schools as do his two daughters. #SchoolBoardMonth
Join us for a delicious Aubrey FFA Pancake Breakfast and Livestock Show this Saturday, Jan. 13! Your support will help fund Senior Scholarships. Let's make it a morning to remember! #AubreyFFA
The Aubrey Lady Chaps fell to 9-11 overall and 0-2 in district with a 52-37 loss to Anna. Score by quarters for Aubrey were 9, 8, 14, 6. Score by quarters for Anna were 9, 18, 10, 15. Scorers for Aubrey were Kynadi Hall with 16 points, Brooklyn Weier with 9, Abby Buxton with 4, Landry Gannon with 3, Shelby Harrington and Addy Cagle with 2 points each, and Molly Ward with 1 point.
The Aubrey Lady Chaps return to action on Friday night at Van Alstyne.
Aubrey High School's Student Council will be hosting their next Red Cross Blood drive on Jan.11 in the Aux Gym from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please consider donating at this event. Use this link to sign up: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=aubreyhs Only students 16+ years old are eligible to donate blood at this event. Please note, 16 year old students will need to have a permission form signed by a parent or guardian to donate. Email Mrs. Nowak with any questions, mnowak@aubreyisd.net.
On January 9th, we celebrate National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a day devoted to recognizing the tireless efforts of our brave officers. Today, we have the chance to express our gratitude and appreciation to these individuals who protect and serve our community. Help us extend a BIG THANK YOU to the Aubrey ISD police officers for their unwavering commitment to keeping our staff and students safe. Your service is invaluable, and we are grateful for your dedication. #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
Jana Temple was elected to the Aubrey ISD Board in May of 2021. Prior to her election, she served on the Aubrey ISD Site Based Committee and held the position of vice president for the Brockett Elementary PTO for three years. With a strong belief in quality education for current and future students, Mrs. Temple is dedicated to maintaining Aubrey's excellence in education. Additionally, she has four children who have attended Aubrey ISD schools. #SchoolBoardMonth
