Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools

Sep 10, 2026

Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools: Budget Hearing: Monday, September 14, 2026

  The Board of Education of Saunders County School District #1, Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools will meet to set the Budget and Tax Request for 2026-27 on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The Budget Hearing will start at 6:00 p.m. followed by the Taxation Hearing. The meeting will be held in the Media Center of the Ashland-Greenwood Middle School Building at 806 North 17th Avenue, Ashland, NE. Please enter through the Main Office of the Middle School. Notice of the meetings are posted in advance in the District . . .

Sep 9, 2026

AWAC Public Meeting - September 30th

AWAC will be hosting another public forum on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle School Auditorium to provide the community with an update on the project, share recent progress, and answer any questions residents may have. We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this information with the public, whether through email, social media, newsletters, or any other communication channels you feel are appropriate. I’ve attached a graphic below that you are welcome to use and share in . . .

Aug 28, 2026

Runza Fundraiser

Tuesday, Sept 22nd is Teammates Runza Day!! Please consider supporting your AG students and their Teammates by dining out at your local Runza Restaurant between 5:00 and 8:00 PM. 10% of all sales go back directly to the Ashland-Greenwood Teammates Chapter.  Not only is this is a GREAT fundraiser for the AG Teammates Chapter, it also means it's a night off of cooking for someone!   

Aug 16, 2026

Parents - Have you Registered for ParentSquare?

Aug 16, 2026

ParentSquare Tips and a Video Resource for Parents

  Watch a brief (2 minutes) Video Regarding ParentSquare for Parents - LINKED HERE

Aug 6, 2026

AG Recognized as Being a Safe School!

Special Congratulations to our Safety Team, Nutrition Services Department, and Maintenance/Transportation Departments for their outstanding work!  And, thank you to all of our staff, students, and families for your efforts to make AGPS a great, safe place to be!   Congratulations to all of the Nebraska Association of School Boards (NASB) 2025-2026 Safety Honor Roll Schools/ESUs.  The NASB/ALICAP Loss Control Team has identified these schools or ESUs as having an impressive safety atmosphere, during the . . .

Aug 5, 2026

Back to School Memo for 2026.2027

Link to PDF of Back to School Memo 26.27  

Jul 10, 2026

Derek Tonjes - Named Athlete of the Year by the Lincoln Journal Star

Derek Tonjes, a standout athlete from Ashland-Greenwood High School, was named the 2026 Lincoln Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Year.   Tonjes capped off a historic high school career as an all-state quarterback and a basketball state champion. Rising from a former team ball boy and student manager to one of the most decorated athletes in school history, he also eclipsed 1,000 career points on the hardwood. He is set to continue his basketball career at Concordia University Nebraska.

Jul 6, 2026

Lauren Byers, AGPS Vocal Music Teacher, Recognized for Excellence

AGPS's Vocal Music Teacher and Choir Director was this year's recipient of the Nebraska Choral Directors Association Outstanding Young Choral Director Award. This award recognizes choral directors with fewer than ten years of experience who demonstrate excellence in teaching, musicianship, and service to the choral profession.  Ms. Byers noted she was incredibly grateful to be recognized by her colleagues across the state, and she shared that this honor wouldn't be possible without the . . .

May 20, 2026

Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids

Website link to Access Summer EBT Resources    

May 17, 2026

TIME CHANGE - STATE BASEBALL for Monday, May 18th

Due to the forecasted weather, the NSAA is making the following changes to the schedule for state baseball on Monday, May 18th.  The games after the 9:00 AM game will operate on a rolling start.  Spectators are encouraged to use GameChanger and the NFHS Network to stay up to date on the game scheduled prior to ours/Platte Valley so you can arrive before the approximate start time. Class B - Fricke Field (Papillion-Lavista South) 9:00 AM - Lincoln Pius X vs. Gretna East Approx. 30 minutes after - . . .

Apr 21, 2026

Ashland-Greenwood Alumni Makes Strides at the Boston Marathon

The Ashland-Greenwood community continues to show what it means to lead with determination, heart, and service. One of our alumni, Jaxson Hamm, recently achieved an incredible milestone by completing the prestigious Boston Marathon—one of the world’s most historic and challenging races, drawing around 30,000 runners from across the globe each year. Even more inspiring, this accomplishment went beyond personal achievement. The Jaxon used the opportunity to give back, raising money for local nonprofits and . . .

Apr 21, 2026

Last Day of School for Students will be Friday, May 15th

  The   final day of school for students will be Friday, May 15th, 2026; this will be an early dismissal day for students.  The final contract day for certified staff  will be Tuesday, May 19th. Each year the district school calendar is developed to include extra days to account for possible school closings due to   weather or other events.   All of these extra days were not needed this year.  The number of state required instructional hours will be exceeded for all students at all grade . . .

Apr 17, 2026

Ashland-Greenwood Administrators Earn Awards!

                  Amanda Moon Named Region 1 Distinguished Principal April 15, 2026 Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools is proud to announce that Amanda Moon, AG Primary Principal, has been selected as the Region 1 Distinguished Principal of the Year. Amanda exemplifies the very best of educational leadership through her unwavering commitment to students, strong leadership, and dedication to building a positive school culture . . .

Apr 16, 2026

FFA Officers for 2026-2027 School Year Selected

Introducing your 26-27 Ashland-Greenwood FFA Officers.  President - Mollie Lambert; Vice President - Ella Miller; Secretary - Evie Hofmiester; Treasurer - Paizlee Strode; Reporter - Maddox Bailiff; Sentinel - Jack Lambert; Parliamentarian - Cooper Piehl; Historian - Ada Bordovsky When asked about what her favorite part about leading the FFA Team was, Mrs. Looper's response was "we have a great group of officers who are excited to continue growing our chapter! One of my favorite parts of being an advisor is . . .

Dec 19, 2025

AGPS Again Thanks Our Community!

  Thank you to I3 Bank and the multiple businesses and community members who recently donated!  This year, I3 Bank replaced their traditional holiday canned food drive with collecting donations to help support unpaid hot lunch bills for Ashland-Greenwood students.    Margo   Halbmaier, I3 employee, shared that the response from the community was very positive.   Collected donations far exceeded the initial goal!    A   check for over $3800.00 was presented to Karee . . .

Dec 2, 2025

Excellent District Rating

Our district was recently recognized with an  EXCELLENT  district   rating on the AQuESTT accountability system, the highest possible rating for a school district. This is a reflection of the strong commitment that our staff, students, families, and community demonstrate every day. This rating highlights the consistent growth in student learning, the positive climate we work to build across all schools, and the intentional practices that support students. It also affirms the high expectations we hold for teaching and . . .

Sep 17, 2025

Connect with AGPS!

Did you know there are multiple ways to stay connected and informed with AGPS? 

Sep 1, 2025

ALICAP Honor Roll

Congratulations!  Your school/ESU has made the safety honor roll. 

Aug 4, 2025

Healthy Meals Recognition Award

Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools is proud to announce that our district has been selected as a recipient of the Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Award , a national honor presented by the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service in partnership with Action for Healthy Kids. This prestigious award celebrates our district’s commitment to providing nutritious, innovative, and culturally inclusive meals that support student health and academic success. Through dedicated efforts by our food service team and school community, . . .

May 29, 2025

Summer Food and Nutrition

Summer break is a time for students to relax, play, and explore—but it's also important that they continue receiving the nutrition they need to grow strong and stay healthy. Many families in our community rely on school meals during the academic year, and summer can present new challenges when it comes to consistent access to food. That’s why several summer nutrition programs are available to support families.  

Apr 25, 2025

ALLO for Education

Every new residential customer who signed up for ALLO service from November through December 2024 was presented with the opportunity to select a school to receive a $50 donation from ALLO. Supporting education means supporting the difference makers, the little learners, and the homework helpers. Lives are changed every day in our schools. YOU made a difference in your community, just by signing up for ALLO service.  Together, we donated $193,000 to schools across Nebraska, Arizona, and Colorado!  Today, ALLO was honored . . .

Apr 23, 2025

Nebraska Department of Education’s 2025 School Emergency Mapping Grant

Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools was recently notified that our application was selected for the Nebraska Department of Education’s 2025 School Emergency Mapping Grant. This grant is designed to enhance the safety and security of Nebraska’s students, staff, and visitors by implementing a comprehensive mapping data system. Through this funding, our district will receive Collaborative Response Graphic (CRG) maps that offer accurate, gridded overlays and detailed floor plans of our school buildings and . . .

Apr 17, 2025

Congratulations to Mr. Matt Flynn - Outstanding New Middle School Principal of the Year

Ashland-Greenwood Middle School Principal, Matt Flynn, was recognized by Region I Nebraska State Association of Secondary Principals as the outstanding new middle school principal of the year.  (Principals in their first 3 years in the role are eligible for this award.)  Mr. Flynn was not only surprised upon receiving the award, but was also appreciative when several of his Ashland-Greenwood colleagues and his wife, Liz Flynn, were present to help enjoy the announcement!   Congratulations to Mr. Flynn . . .

Jan 20, 2025

Thank You Round The Bend Steakhouse

On behalf of the teachers at Ashland-Greenwood Public Schools, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous meal donation. Your kindness and support mean so much to us, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal thanks to your thoughtfulness. It is acts like yours that remind us of our strong sense of community, and we are grateful for your continued support of our educators. ​​​​​​​

Nov 25, 2024

Playground Expansion Complete at Ashland-Greenwood Primary Elementary

On Tuesday, November 19th, the Ashland-Greenwood Primary students and staff participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the AG Primary School playground expansion.  This expansion was generously funded by the donations from private donors as well as the Ashland-Greenwood Public School Foundation.   Thank you to Dostal Construction for their efforts in putting together this great space for our students.   Throughout last week, many students earned Bluejay tickets by demonstrating . . .