📢 Yearbook Distribution Reminder: Exceeding Expectations! 📢 Don't forget! Yearbooks will be available for pick-up during lunch in the cafeteria starting Wednesday, May 21. If your student pre-ordered a copy of this year’s edition, "Exceeding Expectations," they can collect it at that time. A limited number of extra copies will also be available for $70 (cash or check made out to AHS Yearbook), sold on a first-come, first-served basis. 🚫 We cannot take reservations or hold copies, so encourage your student to get theirs early! Thank you for supporting the AHS Yearbook program! 📖✨
3 days ago, AHS Yearbook
Don't Forget!
🎓👏 Fifty-three Athens High School students graduated Friday from Trinity Valley Community College with associate’s degrees!! Forty-four are in Athens ISD's PINNACLE Early College High School, and nine are part of the dual-credit program. We are incredibly proud of their hard work to achieve such remarkable milestone in their lives! 🐝 #HornetNation
3 days ago, Toni Clay
A group of 53 Athens High School students wearing maroon caps and gowns pose on bleachers, smiling proudly after graduating with associate’s degrees from Trinity Valley Community College.
📢 Yearbook Distribution Announcement! 📢 Starting next Wednesday, May 21, yearbooks will be distributed during lunchtime in the cafeteria! If your student pre-ordered a yearbook, they can pick it up at that time. We will also have a limited number of extra copies available for sale on a first-come, first-served basis. These can be purchased for $70 (cash or check made out to AHS Yearbook). Please note: We cannot take reservations or hold copies, so be sure your student arrives early if they wish to purchase one. Thank you for supporting the AHS Yearbook program! 📚✨
6 days ago, AHS Yearbook
Yearbook News!
🐝❤️ Please donate your student's gently worn uniform clothing to be redistributed to others. Items will be collected beginning Monday at all campus offices.
7 days ago, Toni Clay
A child wearing a maroon polo shirt is shown from the shoulders down. Below the image, a beige box contains bold text that reads: “BEGINNING MONDAY THRU MAY 27 — PLEASE DONATE YOUR STUDENT’S UNIFORM CLOTHING AT THE CAMPUS OFFICE.” The message encourages families to contribute used school uniforms before the end-of-year deadline.
📣 We’re proud to announce Bernitha “Nikki” Enoch as Athens ISD's Elementary Teacher of the Year, and Edward Medvecky as Athens ISD's Secondary Teacher of the Year! ⭐️ Ms. Enoch, a PreK-4 teacher at Central Athens Elementary, brings great energy and deep care to her classroom, sparking a love of learning in her students and inspiring those around her. ⭐️ Mr. Medvecky, who teaches Honors English I & II and advises the yearbook at Athens High School, engages students with his thoughtful lessons while mentoring both students and staff. These two outstanding educators embody the heart of Hornet Nation. Congratulations to both! #HornetNation
7 days ago, Toni Clay
Bernitha “Nikki” Enoch and Edward Medvecky, Athens ISD’s 2024 Teachers of the Year, stand smiling side by side in a school library. Nikki is wearing a black top and khaki pants; Edward is wearing a maroon polo with a white “A” logo and olive green pants.
🐝❤️ Join us in celebrating Jase Warren and Kim Rios as our 2024–2025 Hornet Male Athlete and Hornet Female Athlete of the Year. This recognition honors college-bound, multi-sport athletes who lead with heart and hustle. Jase, a standout in football, basketball and track, has made a huge impact through his leadership, determination and encouragement of those around him. He’s a favorite among our younger students and will head to Kilgore Lineman School to continue doing great things. Kim, an All-American cheerleader, soccer defender and track competitor, is the kind of teammate who always puts others first, works hard without fanfare, and brings a positive spirit to whatever she does. She’s headed to Stephen F. Austin State University this fall. Both will receive a $1,500 scholarship from the Athens Athletic Booster Club. Congratulations, Jase and Kim. You earned this recognition with hard work! #HornetNation
9 days ago, Toni Clay
A young man and woman smile as they pose in front of a maroon Athens High School backdrop decorated with white logos featuring a hornet and the letter “A.” Both are holding wooden plaques; the young man’s plaque reads “Hornet Male Athlete of the Year, Jase Warren, 2024–2025,” and the young woman’s plaque reads “Hornet Female Athlete of the Year, Kim Rios, 2024–2025.” They are dressed in light blue outfits and appear proud of their achievements.
🥁 It's not every day that a band's spring concert includes a WORLD PREMIERE of new music — but it's happening! May 20, 6:30pm, AHS. Reception for former longtime band director John Glover to follow! #HornetNation
14 days ago, Toni Clay
promotional graphic on a red and gold spotlight background announces the Athens High School Band’s world premiere of “Pride of the Hornets” March by Dr. Timothy Rhea, Director of Bands at Texas A&M University. The event is dedicated to Mr. John Glover and scheduled for May 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the AHS Competition Gym at 708 East College Street. The concert coincides with the AISD Band Department’s Spring Concert, with a reception for Mr. Glover to follow. Musical notes and stars decorate the background.
📣 New & returning enrollment for the upcoming school year is open! 👉 To enroll returning students into AISD for the upcoming school year, visit http://www.athensisd.net, click on the “Parents & Students” menu, and select Family Access. After logging in, choose the tile labeled 2025–26 Returning Student Enrollment. You can also go directly to the login page here: https://skyward.iscorp.com/AthensISDTXStuSTS/. New this year: Families will need to upload proof of residency dated April 2025 or later along with a photo ID to complete registration. 👉 If your child will be new to Athens ISD this fall, enrollment takes place at the campus they will attend. Start by filling out the New Student Enrollment form here: https://skyward.iscorp.com/AthensISDTXStuSTS/NewStudentEnrollment/NewGuardianLoginRequest. This allows you to create a Family Access account (if you don't already have one), complete key forms, and upload required documents such as a birth certificate, immunization records, proof of residency and more. You’ll still need to bring physical copies of key documents to your student’s campus to finalize enrollment. For questions, please contact: • Bel Air – 903-677-6980 • Central Athens – 903-677-6960 • South Athens – 903-677-6970 • AMS – 903-677-3030 • AHS – 903-677-6920
21 days ago, Toni Clay
Words on blue background say: New & Returning Student Enrollment is open
⏳ Last chance to donate! The Student Council Book Drive ends WEDNESDAY! If you have any gently used children's books, bring them to your English teacher ASAP to help us support the Henderson County Library. Thank you to everyone who has contributed—we appreciate your generosity in spreading the love of reading! 📅 Final Deadline: April 30 📍 Drop-off: English teachers’ classrooms Let’s finish strong! #FinalPush #DonateBooks #AthensBookDrive
25 days ago, Toni Clay
Photo of a sign that says "Donate your gently used children's books"
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our lovely women at AHS who keep everyone and everything going each day. We are so thankful for each one of these ladies. We hope your day is just as special as you!
29 days ago, Emily Siemens
Happy Admin
🙌 To no one's surprise, sophomore McCager Smith turned in an outstanding performance at the UIL 4A Region 2 track meet in Commerce, placing second in discus with a powerful throw of 181 feet, 8 inches. Now he’s headed BACK to Austin for the state meet on May 1! McCager brought home the bronze last year. We're so happy to have you represent #HornetNation again, McCager! 🐝
30 days ago, Toni Clay
McCager Smith, wearing an Athens track uniform and a silver medal, stands on the second-place podium at Ernest Hawkins Field. He is smiling beside the first- and third-place finishers at the UIL 4A Region 2 track meet.
🗳️ EARLY VOTING STARTS TODAY! The main location is at the county election office, 201 East Larkin Street in Athens. See the graphic for a list of all locations, dates & times. For more information, visit www.athensisdbond.com.
about 1 month ago, Toni Clay
The graphic titled “Early Voting Locations” provides details for the Athens ISD 2025 bond election. The main early voting location is the Henderson County Election Office at 201 East Larkin, Athens, with hours April 22–26 from 8 AM to 5 PM, April 27 from 12 PM to 6 PM, and April 28–29 from 7 AM to 7 PM. Branch early voting locations include Mabank City Hall at 129 East Market Street (same hours as the main location), Gun Barrel City Hall at 1716 West Main Street (April 22–25: 8 AM–5 PM, April 28–29: 7 AM–7 PM), Seven Points City Hall (Temporary Location) at 715 S. Seven Points Blvd. (April 22–25: 8 AM–5 PM, April 28–29: 7 AM–7 PM), and First Methodist Church at 501 North Second Street, Chandler (April 22–25: 8 AM–5 PM, April 28–29: 7 AM–7 PM). The website listed is athensisdbond.com. Early voting runs April 22–29, and Election Day is May 3.
We're in the final stretch of our Student Council Book Drive, and we still need your help! If you haven’t donated yet, there’s one more week to bring in gently used children's books for the Henderson County Library. 📅 Final collection day: April 30 📍 Drop-off with your English teacher Let’s make a difference together—every book counts! Thank you to all who have donated so far! #LastChance #DonateBooks #AthensBookDrive
about 1 month ago, Toni Clay
PHoto of a sign that reads Donate your gently used children's books!
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far to our Student Council Book Drive! 📖✨ There's still time to contribute—help us fill the shelves with gently used children's books for the library. 📍 How to Donate: ✔ Bring your books to your English teacher ✔ Donation deadline: April 30 Let's keep the momentum going and share the love of reading! #AthensBookDrive #KeepReading #DonateBooks
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
Photo of a sign that says "Donate your gently used children's books"
🎣 Big shoutout to our AHS Fishing Team! Tyson and Cooper Rich have qualified for the THSBA Regional Competition on April 26 at Lake Palestine! At the qualifying Cedar Creek Lake tournament, Tyson reeled in four fish totaling 8.95 lbs — enough to advance with his teammate and brother Cooper, who couldn’t fish that day because he was busy winning a second state title in UIL CX Debate! Also representing Athens on the water: 🎣 Conner Lewis & Talyn Lewis – 4.08 lbs 🎣 Logan Castaneda & Oscar de La Cruz – 2.92 lbs 🎣 Donna Carpenter & Tenley Teamann – 1.95 lbs Way to go, Hornets! 💪🔥 #HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
Teen boy hold up four fish
Two teen boys, one holding a fish
Two teen boys, one holding a fish
Two teen girls, one holding a fish
🙌 Our AHS Choir earned straight 1s (Superior—the highest possible rating!) from all six judges at Tuesday's Region 21 UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Evaluation! Their performance met some challenging UIL requirements, including singing at least one piece a cappella (without instruments) and following strict guidelines for language, key and voicing. We're incredibly proud of you all! Great job as well to Choral Director Bridget Scott! 🐝#HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
A large group of high school choir students, dressed in formal black attire, pose together and smile outside a school building. The students are celebrating and making peace signs, with one student holding up a UIL trophy in the background. The sky is overcast, and the setting includes brick walkways and a school campus.
🎭 The Athens Creates Theatre program (ACT) made us proud at the UIL One Act Play District competition, earning the title of alternate and bringing home several individual honors: 🌟 Theo Dennis – Best Performer (only 2 selected out of 160!) 🌟 Ady Petty – All-Star Cast 🌟 Tristen Husband – Honorable Mention All-Star Cast 🌟 Kenzie Warren & Dylan Thornton – All-Star Technicians We are SO PROUD of the entire ACT team and shout out to Director of Theatre Heather Berryhill for doing such excellent work with the program! 👏 #HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
The Athens Creates Theatre (ACT) team poses proudly with their plaque after the UIL One Act Play District competition. The group of students is dressed in coordinated shades of red and black, with several wearing medals, all smiling in celebration of their achievements.
🎭 One of the proposed projects in the AISD bond election is a new 120-seat auditorium. The current auditorium, built in 1956, is not large enough to accommodate the entire student body. It also lacks many modern features, including a fly system, wing space, updated sound and lighting equipment, accessible seating, and a dedicated loading area for stage equipment. Additional limitations include poor acoustics, outdated restroom and concession areas and inefficient climate control. Additionally, the stage is too small to accommodate the full AHS band for performances. #AthensISDbond2025 #HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
Collage featuring images of the Athens High School auditorium, built in 1956, showing students, staff, and the band using the space. The top row includes a packed audience and a student performance. The bottom row shows modern auditoriums from Mabank High School, Canton Performing Arts Center, and Eustace High School.
🎓 We see you, Class of 2025! Only 60 days until graduation. Finish strong! #HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
Group photo of the Athens High School Class of 2025 standing on Bruce Field, the school’s football stadium. The students are dressed in a variety of school spirit shirts and are lined up in rows across the field with the end zone and fieldhouse in the background.
🐝 Hooray for Athens FFA members (l-r) Eddie Cleto, Yahir Medina, Luis Pina, Antony Rondan, and Diego Madera for earning Overall Best Team Showmanship in the Ag Mechanics division at the Henderson County Livestock Show! 🏆 The team built a 14-foot welding trailer almost entirely from scratch — including custom toolboxes and workbenches — and wowed the judges with their deep knowledge of every aspect of the build. From interpreting AutoCAD plans and following safety protocols to presenting their project as a market-ready product, these students showed what hard work, teamwork, and skill look like. We're so proud of you all! 👏 #HornetNation
about 2 months ago, Toni Clay
Five high school students wearing matching dark shirts and jeans stand in front of a black welding trailer inside a livestock show arena. They are posing proudly, with bleachers and red railings visible in the background.