Prospector Press 1/23/26

Posted Date: 01/23/26 (01:47 PM)

Saddle Up for Success!

Get ready for a great month of learning ahead! From dress-up days and class competitions to exciting challenges and celebrations, there’s so much to look forward to. Bring your best effort, positive attitude, and school spirit as we sprint to spring break — learning the whole way!

So grab your boots, tip your hat, and saddle up for success! Let’s make the next one to remember! 🌟📚🐎

Dress-Up Days start Monday, 1/26, so get ready to show your school spirit, creativity, and Western flair!

Would your senior like to make $55,000 a year straight out of high school?

Apache Junction High School is proud to partner with GCU and TSMC to offer an exciting and rare training opportunity for our students. Through this program, students can take four college courses in just 11 weeks at no cost to them and gain the skills needed for a potential career with TSMC.

Students who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to interview and work at TSMC, launching their careers immediately after graduation. This is a truly amazing opportunity, and we strongly encourage eligible students to take advantage of this life-changing experience.

Important Dates to Remember

January 27- Retakes, Club and Sports Photos

January 28 -Early Release

Week of February 2 -ELA and Math Quick Checks

February 11 - Early Release

FAFSA Night from 6-7 in the Media Center

February 12- Heart of AJUSD Art Show

February 16 -No School

Week of February 23 - Mimics and Writing Benchmark

CAC Presentation to Seniors in the PAC during Prospector Period

February 24th: CAC Application Workshoppe for Seniors

February 26 and 27 - Parent Teacher Conferences /Early Release

February 26th: College and Career Fair 4:30-6:30 in the North Gym

Week of March 2 -Azella Reassessments

March 6 -Last day of Quarter

The HeART of AJUSD – District Student Art Show

Join us for The HeART of AJUSD, a districtwide evening celebrating the creativity of our students. Artwork from across AJUSD schools will be on display, showcasing the imagination, skill, and learning happening every day in our classrooms.

Families can stroll through student exhibits, explore interactive elements throughout the evening, enjoy community tables and hands-on activities, and discover a few fun surprises along the way. It’s a relaxed, welcoming night designed to highlight student talent and bring our community together.

Thursday, February 12 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Apache Junction High School – Humanities Building

More information is available at: https://www.ajusd.org/heartofajusd

Retake Photos for 25-26

Retake Picture Day is coming up on:

Tuesday, Jan 27

If you're satisfied with your child's picture, no further action is required.

If you purchased and were unhappy with your Picture Package, please send your Picture Package to school with your student on Retake Day. Your Retake Picture Package will be produced and shipped to the school four weeks after Retake Day. Please note, if your child is photographed on the original and Retake Picture Days, the Retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.

Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0205XTF to place your order at https://inter-state.com/Order. To see your Order History, check your Inter-State Account.

Find answers to Retake Day questions here.

Club photo schedule

Prospector Athletics

Monday, Jan 26:

5:30pm Fr/So Boys Basketball vs Seton @ Cactus Canyon

5:30pm Varsity Girls Basketball vs Seton @ Cactus Canyon

7:00pm Varsity Boys Basketball vs Seton @ Cactus Canyon

Tuesday, Jan 27:

4:00pm Varsity Girls Soccer @ Coolidge

Sports Photos

Wednesday, Jan 28:

4:00pm JV Girls Soccer @ Poston Butte

4:00pm Fr/So Boys Basketball @ Coolidge

4:00pm JV/Varsity Boys Wrestling @ Apache Junction

5:30pm Varsity Girls Basketball @ Coolidge

7:00pm Varsity Boys Basketball @ Coolidge

Friday, Jan 30:

4:00pm JV Girls Soccer Home vs ALA Ironwood

4:00pm Fr/So Boys Basketball vs Florence @ Cactus Canyon

4:00pm Boys/Girls Wrestling Tournament @ Arizona College Prep

5:30pm Varsity Girls Basketball vs Florence @ Cactus Canyon

6:00pm Varsity Girls Soccer Home vs ALA Ironwood

6:00pm Varsity Boys Soccer @ ALA Ironwood

7:00pm Varsity Boys Basketball vs Florence @Cactus Canyon

Sports Photos 1/27

1:00 Girls Soccer

1:30 Girls Basketball

2:00 Boys Basketball

2:30 Wrestling

3:00 Boys Soccer.

Age of Majority

Once students turn 18, they are asked to complete the "Age of Majority" form to update their contact preferences in Synergy, including selecting access permissions for parents or guardians. 18 year old Students can choose to continue to have parents receive FULL ACCESS, EMERGENCY CONTACT ONLY or NO CONTACT.

*Full access means- parent remains listed as parent/guardians, may receive school communications, May access education reports as permitted by FERPA and district policy.

*Emergency Contact Only- parent/guardian not listed as parent/guardian any longer in synergy, parent is not allowed access to education records, parents/guardians only contacted in emergencies.

*No Contact- Parent/Guardian removed from all school contacts, No communications or record access, Not listed as emergency contact.

Cartwheel Services

Apache Junction High School is committed to supporting the well-being of our students and believes supporting mental health is an essential part of overall student health. We partner with Cartwheel to provide teletherapy, family check-ins and guidance, and psychiatric care—all with licensed clinicians and no waitlists.

Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, having a hard time staying focused, or needs someone to talk to, Cartwheel is here to help. Learn more about Cartwheel and what common signs to look for to determine if your child might benefit from mental health support here.

Raise your hand for support today – we’re here when you need us.