Cougar Nation

AGWSR Picture Day Information: 2025–2026 🐾
Get ready to smile, Cougars!

🔗 Order early & save: OSPGO.com/102630
📷 More info: maggieallenphoto.com

Good morning AGWSR, it's gameday! Use the link below to find information for tonight's varsity football game vs Nashua-Plainfield. Go Cougars!



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Bulldoze the Bulldogs - Homecoming 2025

2025 Homecoming will start the week of September 29!!!
Here is the link to order Homecoming Shirts - all orders need to be placed by Wednesday, September 3! https://agwsrhoco25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

There will be no late orders accepted and no extra shirts ordered!

If you have any questions please contact Christy Koop ckoop@agwsr.org

High school STUDENTS --
The "official" homecoming shirts are shown first and the class shirts for powder puff and aftershave are below. You DO NOT have to buy a class shirt to participate, but if you want to buy one, make sure to get your order in on time. There will be no extra shirts ordered and no late orders will be accepted.

Information for tonight's VB season opener at Grundy Center:

5:30- North Gym: Hudson VS Grundy Center
South Gym: AGWSR VS Waverly Shell Rock
6:30- North Gym: AGWSR VS Grundy Center
South Gym: Hudson VS Waverly Shell Rock
7:30- North Gym: Waverly Shell Rock VS Grundy Center
South Gym: AGWSR VS Hudson

Tickets: Online or credit card only
Link: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/grundycenter/tickets

Livestream Link: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/grundy-center/organization/1999/grundy-center-high-school/team/199431/girls-varsity-volleyball

Reminder that the senior banners photos are WEDNESDAY, 8/27 from 1:30-2:15 in the commons.

Seniors will need this form completed and check with their coach about obtaining their uniform prior to Wednesday.

There will NOT be a make up day for these photos.

Payment will be due with the form, but if there is a hardship issue, just let me know.


Thank you! Maggie Allen Photography

Tomorrow is the last day to order gear from the Cougar Speed and Strength store, use the link below if interested!

https://agwsrss2025.itemorder.com/

Cougars! School starts tomorrow. Make sure to get plenty of rest so you are recharged and ready to rock the 2025-2026 school year!

Old desks, chairs, and file cabinets, free to a good home. Located on the south side of AGWSR buildings.

Use the link below to order your 2025 Cougar volleyball gear, order ends at midnight on Sunday! https://agwsrvolleyball2025copy.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Information for the HS Football Scrimmage on Friday 8/22 at South Hamilton:

Start Time: 6:00 PM
Admission: FREE WILL DONATION – PORK BURGER, SIDE, AND A DRINK

Scrimmage Script:
AGWSR V Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (12 Plays)
AGWSR V Offense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (12 Plays)
AGWSR JV Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (10) Plays)
AGWSR JV Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (10)Plays)

AGWSR V Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (12 Plays)
AGWSR V Offense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (12 Plays)
AGWSR JV Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (10) Plays)
AGWSR JV Defense from 20 or 30 Yard Line (10)Plays)

AGWSR V Defense Redzone (8 Plays)
AGWSR V Offense Redzone (8 Plays)
AGWSR JV Defense Redzone (6 Plays)
AGWSR JV Offense Redzone (6 Plays)

Thank you to the parents and guardians that attended our Cougar Connection meeting last night. We are so grateful for the collaboration! Here are the meeting dates for the remainder of 2025, we hope you are able to join us!

JH VB & FB athletic pictures will be held on Sept. 5th. Picture forms will be sent home the week of the 5th with your athlete, please be sure ask your athlete for this form.

There will be no Middle School weight lifting on Monday August 25 (first day of school) and Monday September 1 (Labor Day). There will be lifting on Wednesday August 27 and Wednesday September 3. Starting the week of September 8, the regular MW routine will start.

Cougars! Join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, August 21 at Ackley Elementary (2:00 pm - 8:00 pm), Wellsburg Middle School, and the High School (4:00 pm - 8:00 pm) to kick off the 25-26 school year! Classes begin on Monday, August 25. #LeadbyExample #CougarNation

🚫📱 New Cell Phone Policy at AGWSR High School in alignment with the new Iowa law. 🚫📱 Starting this school year: 👉 No phones, smartwatches, or personal devices during class time -in or outside of the classroom. 👉 Keep them in your locker or backpack. If you’re caught: 1️⃣ First time – Phone goes to the office, and returned at the end of the day 2️⃣ Second time – Parent/guardian has to pick it up. This is a new state law. Let’s stay focused, Cougar Nation 💙💜 #AGWSR #CougarPride #StayFocused

Reminder to all Elementary parents and guardians, we will be having our first Cougar Connection meeting tonight at 6:00pm in the Ackley Media Center. We hope to see you there!

Use the link below for the Cougar Booster Club kickoff apparel link. Online store closes on September 1 (Labor Day). Go Cougars!


https://cougars25-26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Are you interested in helping students find their joy and purpose in life? if so, please apply for the Paraeducator position at AGWSR High School. Please email Michael Wabel at mwabel@agwsr.org.

Part-Time Evening Custodian located in Ackley. Please send a completed application to Justin Kerns at jkerns@agwsr.org