There will be NO SCHOOL for winter break from Monday, December 23rd through Thursday, January 2nd. Classes will resume on Friday, January 3rd.
The main office will be CLOSED from Monday, December 23rd through Wednesday, January 1st. The office will open on Thursday, January 2nd from 7:30am – 2:30pm.
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Yearbook Announcement: Purchase Your 24-25 Yearbook Now!
Have you purchased the yearbook for the 24-25 school year? If not, make sure to order your 24-25 yearbook through our online store, Yearbook Market, by May 31st, 2025.
If you don’t remember purchasing a yearbook, please use this link to double-check: Did I already order the yearbook?
Please reach out to annastasia.manrose@ankenyschools.org with any questions!
CONGRATULATIONS AMBER EFT
Congratulations to Talon reporter Amber Eft for earning a Best of School Newspapers Online award! Amber’s exceptional feature profile, “Garrett Hemmingsen: The first male to ever join the AHS dance team,” showcases the inspiring story of junior Garrett Hemmingsen, the first male member of the Ankeny High School varsity dance team. Through perseverance and passion, Garrett has broken barriers and paved the way for future dancers.
We’re so proud of Amber for telling this powerful story and earning well-deserved recognition! Bravo to both Amber and Garrett for breaking barriers and making history!
You can read the award-winning feature here: AHSTalonNews.com.
DECEMBER 9: OPTIONAL FAMILY MEETINGS @ AHS
Hello!
The Ankeny High School Counselors will be available on Monday, December 9th to meet with current freshmen, sophomore, and junior students/families to review your student’s four-year Academic Plan on SchooLinks and answer any questions you may have about course planning or post-secondary plans.
Counselors will have 15-minute virtual or in-person appointments available from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM at Ankeny High School on December 9th.
Please use the following links to schedule by your student’s last name:
- A-E: https://calendly.com/audrey-bell/optional-meeting
- F-L: https://calendly.com/mici-vos/optional-parent-meeting
- M-R: https://calendly.com/mr-david-patterson/optional-parent-meeting
- S-Z: https://calendly.com/kelly-andrews-ahs/optional-parent-meeting
There are still plenty of spots available, and we look forward to meeting with you!
COMMENCEMENT CAP & GOWNS
You can visit the Jostens Website directly to order these items.
For the budget-conscious: Link to Basic Cap and Gown Package
If there is a barrier to you purchasing a cap and gown, we have scholarships available. Please email our Counseling Assistant at christine.brumm@ankenyschools.org or call 515-965-9630 ext. 54729 and she will help you.
For questions regarding Jostens items, please reach out to Judy Reed, Jostens Office Manager at 1-800-863-0961.