Senior Sunrise--  A New Tradition started by the class of 2022

A new tradition was started with this year's senior class.  They planned and orchestrated a "Senior Sunrise" which should have taken place at Park Family Field; however the weather did not cooperate.   It was outstanding the donations for food and supplies by parents with short notice.   Fortunately, we had the tents set up for the dance and utilized them for a morning breakfast gathering senior photo opt as the sun rose.  It was great!

Assessment Corner

• October 13, 2021 we will be providing assessments for PSAT 9, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT (no essay) at the Aplex. Times will be announced in the coming weeks.

• Letters to Students who Signed-up for each Assessment

  • • • PSAT 9 Information Letter 

      • PSAT/NMSQT Information Letter 

      • SAT (No Essay Letter) 

• Students have already signed up for this session. 

• These test are not required for fall of 2021; all students must take these assessments in the spring of 2022.

• Any questions please reach out to Mr. Studley via email studleyj@alpenaschools.com or via phone 989-358-5351.

Last year's test results for PSAT9, PSAT 10, ACT and MSTEP can be picked up in F-House Office. 

AdviseMI Announcements

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be filed by anyone who plans to attend college and receive any sort of grant or scholarship from the school, state and federal governments, as well as some outside institutions. “Filling out the FAFSA is a key step in preparing for education and career training after high school”, said Lee Fitzpatrick, the Early College Coordinator at Alpena Public Schools. “It’s important for students to know how they will pay for the education and training they need to pursue their career.” The FAFSA helps students maximize the amount of aid they can receive to help them pay for college. “Finishing FAFSA early and applying for colleges before November 1st gives you the best chance at admission and the most opportunity for scholarships”, said Fitzpatrick. Even if you don't plan on using loans, or think your student will qualify for grants, you will have to fill out the FAFSA to get access to any college financial aid plan, including work study. The FAFSA also unlocks student aid, grants and scholarships. college financial aid plan, including work study. Many scholarships are asking for an EFC (expected family contribution) number as part of their application, and most grants based on financial need will require the same information. Not all scholarships are need- based, but they may still ask for an EFC and you can only get that from completing the FAFSA.

Families can complete the FAFSA form at www.studentaid.gov If help is needed to complete the FAFSA contact Brianna Decker deckerb@alpenaschools.com or 989 359 5243

Scholarship of the Week: VFW Voice of Democracy, due October 31st Apply Here - record a 3-5 minute audio essay on the given topic, "America- Where Do We Go From Here?"; total of $2 million given out annually, open to all 9-12 graders

We are going to ACC!- If your student is signed up for the October 15th field trip to Alpena Community College, a permission slip that needs to be signed will be coming home this week, please return it ASAP. If you would like more information about the trip or to sign up email me- deckerb@alpenaschools.com

Monday, October 11th

Girls Golf - BNC Champ at 10am - Traverse City Country Club

Boys JV Soccer vs. Traverse City West HS at 5pm - at Home

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Traverse City West HS at 6:45pm - at Home

Girls Freshman and JV Volleyball vs. Ogemaw Heights HS at 5:30pm - at Home

Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Ogemaw Heights HS at 7pm - at Home

Tuesday, October 12th

None- 

Wednesday, October 13th

Boys JV Soccer vs. Ogemaw Heights HS at 4pm - at Home

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Heritage High School at 6pm - at Home

Girls Freshman and JV Volleyball vs. Traverse City West HS at 5pm - at Home

Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Traverse City West HS at 6:30pm - at Home

Thursday, October 14th

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Ogemaw Heights at 6pm - at Home 

Friday, October 15th

JV Football vs. Escanaba High School at 4pm - at Escanaba Al Ness Field

Varsity Football vs. Escanaba High School at 7pm - at Escanaba Al Ness Field

Saturday, October 16th

Girls JV Volleyball - Gaylord Invite at 8:30am - at Gaylord High School

Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Inland Lakes High School at 9am - at Inland Lakes High School

Boys Cross Country vs. Ogemaw Heights High School at 11:45am - at Ogemaw Heights High School

Yearbook

Senior photos are going to be due October 29th this year, and will be accepted via email, flash drive, or hard copies. If people are struggling to send them in, just let Mr. Thatcher know and he work it out. Yearbook's tentative deadline for baby pictures are going to be the day before Thanksgiving break.

For more information, contact Mr. Thatcher at thatcherc@alpenaschools.com

Upcoming Events:

• 10/11/21 FFA Decathlon Skills Contest

• 10/11/21 Peer Mediation Applications are due to Mrs. Siegert

• 10/12/21 1/2 Day for Students

• 10/12/21 AHS Climate Meeting 2:45pm G101

• 10/13/21 PSAT/MSQT, PSAT 9, SAT (no Essay) this will be off campus - more information next week

• 10/13/21 Early College Parent Meeting 7:8:30pm

• 10/20/21 Unity Day/Anti Bullying Month

• 10/21/21 Josten's Meeting for students in the Auditorium 9:35am

• 10/26/21 NHS Induction 6pm AHS Auditorium

• 10/28/21 1/2 day AM Students; PM Parent/Teacher Conferences

• 10/29/21 Senior Pictures due to Yearbook