Aurora High School

Aurora R-VIII School District 2025 Facility Custodial Services Proposal Requested The Aurora R-VIII School District is requesting bids/proposals for custodial services. Project/bid specifications and additional information may be obtained by contacting the Central Office at 417-678-3373 or visiting the Aurora R-VIII School District Central Office at 201 South Madison Avenue, Aurora, Missouri 65605. Bid / Proposals labeled “2025 Facilities Custodial Services Proposal” will be received at Aurora R-VIII District Central Office until 12:00 (noon) (CST) on February 20, 2025. Questions regarding the proposal may be directed to Brad Boettler at 417-678-3373 or bboettler@aurorar8.org, 201 South Madison Avenue, Aurora, Missouri 65605. A pre-bid walk-through will held at 9:00 am on Friday, January 31, 2025, starting at Central Office. 

Due to frigid temperatures overnight and in the morning; plus the sleet/snow on untreated rural roads-school will not be in session tomorrow-1/6/25. It will be AMI #1.

Winter Weather Protocols & Updates As we prepare for potential winter weather, Aurora R8 has plans in place to ensure timely communication and safety for all. Key highlights: Decisions will be made by 5:30 a.m. or earlier. Stay informed through district social media, website, automated calls, local news outlets, and radio stations (listed in the graphic). Alternative Means of Instruction (AMI) Days will ensure learning continues during weather disruptions. For any questions, please contact the Director of Operations (Brad Boettler) or the Superintendent (Dr. Ben Yocom) at 417-678-3373.

Winter Weather Protocols & Updates As we prepare for potential winter weather, Aurora R8 has plans in place to ensure timely communication and safety for all. Key highlights: Decisions will be made by 5:30 a.m. or earlier. Stay informed through district social media, website, automated calls, local news outlets, and radio stations (listed in the graphic). Alternative Means of Instruction (AMI) Days will ensure learning continues during weather disruptions. For any questions, reach out to our Director of Operations (Brad Boettler) or Superintendent (Dr. Ben Yocom) at 417-678-3373. Stay safe and warm!

GOOD NEWS! We have extended the deadline until DECEMBER 12th! Scan the QR code or click the link in the description Support your Houn' Dawgs with our retro design. We’ve got something for everyone, whether you’re after a classic t-shirt or a cozy, soft Comfort Colors crewneck. Simply click here to place your order! https://shorturl.at/s2mLJ Ordering Details: *T-shirts are available through Thursday, DECEMBER 12th. *Accepted payments are cash or check, payable to the Aurora School District, and can be given to any building secretary. *Pick up on JANUARY 9th, at the High School from 3:30-6:30 pm. Link to order https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfwNl.../viewform... Thank you for supporting the Houn' Dawgs! All proceeds will go towards the Aurora R8 Teacher of the Year Fund. If you would like to make a donation to the fund please click the following link https://shorturl.at/Zh1M8

Professional development: Strategies to increase student and teacher engagement.

AHS Sources of Strength and YEP have partnered with the City of Aurora to display some Houn Dawg Spirit.

The Aurora Houn Dawg Pride Band taking the field at Ozarko.

Due to potential flooding, it was decided to cancel after school tutoring. TUTORING - THURSDAY, APRIL 25, IS CANCELLED. NO TUTORING BUSES TONIGHT. Be safe!

The Houn Dawg Clothing Closet is open the 3rd Thursday of each month (September through May). They have various sizes of clothing and shoes, in addition to hygiene items. Located behind Robinson Schools.

Good Afternoon, The KY 3 Weather Tour is still on for tonight. Doors open at 4:30 PM at Aurora High School. Come join the fun. KY 3 is also doing a feature story on the history of the Houn Dawg. This will be featured tomorrow morning at 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 AM.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you that today, school will dismiss at the normal time of 3:30 PM. Additionally, please note that all tutoring sessions and tutoring bus services are canceled for today. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this change, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards, Dr. Shiveley

AHS is holding parent-teacher conferences on March 11-12 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM. We hope to see you here!

Lead Testing Results for AURORA HIGH SCHOOL are at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W5hjxTZw8x1EP53tG56c1fiI-SpbQ9Mc/view?usp=drive_link RECEIVED AND POSTED 12/29/23 4:30PM

The AHS drama department would like to invite everyone to their musical, The Stinky Cheese Man. Please see the attached flyer for information. See you there!

It's Homecoming Week! We begin our homecoming celebrations tomorrow as our Dawgs prepare to take on Marshfield Friday night at Kelley Field. We are kicking the week off with spirit dress-up days to go with our theme, "Aurora Music Festival!" Students, check your email to find out which teacher to check in with to earn points for your class in the Spirit Competition. We encourage the community to participate in support of the students of the Aurora School District.

Tonight's AHS Homecoming Bonfire has been cancelled due to the large amounts of rain saturating the field west of the high school. There is also another chance of rain this afternoon. We are working with the Booster Club to create an appropriate option later this week to help celebrate school spirit.

FFA back to school swim party for all Ag students at the Aurora City Pool

Our second annual Houn Dawg Freshmen Academy is approaching soon. If you are an incoming freshman we look forward to seeing at this event. Students will have the opportunity to pick up their Chromebook ($10 fee), run through their schedules, meet their teachers, meet with counselors, and explore different clubs/sports. Our goal is 100% participation. Please register by filling out the form found at this link: https://forms.gle/KammuvUjjCxUwwKq9

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Haley Adams to the Aurora School District.