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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
Collaborative: Team Player- Willing to fulfill a variety of roles in group settings; Communicator- Able to effectively share, receive and interpret information; Flexible- Willing to adjust, adapt and compromise to address varying circumstances.
This week's Wildcat Way is Grace Bouchard! Grace was a leader on the Girl's Golf Team this year and made it to the State Finals for the second consecutive year! Her calm demeanor helps on the golf course, and also in the classroom. Grace is able to improvise, adapt and overcome any obstacle life throws at her.
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
Grace Bouchard ~ Congratulations
Testing
AP Exam Registration deadline approaches:
This week, AP Teachers will provide students in AP Classrooms information about registering for AP exams using their College Board accounts, and students will be able to sign up for the tests required to earn Advanced Placement credit.
Please note, there is a fee for each AP exam. Payment can be made in the Main Office at AHS and checks should be made out to Alpena Public Schools.
The Registration deadline is Friday, November, 1st 2024.
The National Merit Scholarship Exam (NMSQT/PSAT) is this Tuesday, Oct. 29th at AHS.
Students can practice full length SAT tests in College Board using the Bluebook App.
Students taking the NMSQT on October 29th should review this testing information: 2024 NMSQT Testing Letter
Students should have completed the Device Readiness Check with Mr. Caplis on Friday, but an email with instructions was also sent, if you were absent. Contact Mr. Caplis for support.
The ASVAB test takes place on November 5th, for students who registered.
Counseling
Help! I am struggling with my class. What do I do:
Student connects with the teacher - in person is best, then email. Be clear with what the problem is and listen to advice given.
Parent connects with the teacher - Conferences are next week! You can also call the teacher and / or email concerns.
Try tutoring - after school Monday and Wednesday there is a math teacher and an English teacher helping students with classes.
Individual Tutoring - Students can see or email their counselor for a list of student tutors.
Student / Counselor Appointment - Student makes a request to see their counselor to discuss
Progress Reports - did you get a call 6 weeks ago on your student's progress if he/she was struggling? The second round of Prosgress Report call is on the 12th. You may have gotten a positive call to celebrate. Remember, communication is key and reaching out is never a bother to our staff.
Athletics
Winter Sport Tryouts
Girls Basketball - November - 18th
Boys Basketball November - 11th
Competitive Cheer - November - 11th
Boys and girls Wrestling - November 11th
Hockey - October 28th
All are welcome just make sure you have a physical on Bound!
Any questions on Bound? Stop in and see Mr. Henry or Miss Dorr,
or
call the Athletic Office 989-358-5313
AHS Upcoming Events
AHS Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, October 30th (Early Release Schedule)
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 31st (No School For Students)
7:30 - 10:30 a.m.
AHS staff would like to see a record amount of parents this year. Conferences provide an opportunity to build the bridge with a school to home connection which enhances student success. Parents can see everything through StudentVue but nothing replaces a face-to-face contact; conferences are your time to make the personal connection, and AHS staff wants a full house! See you this week.
We also encourage you to review Academic Support Strategies for Parents document which offers great strategies to assist your student(s)
The conferences will be in Gym 2, and you may enter under the Wildcat in the Front Oval
Please take the parent survey as you enter or leave ~ it is quick and helps us to service you better knowing your needs
Reminder Dual Enrolled and Early College Students
Remember, Dual Enrolled and Early College students that you have to communicate with your ACC Instructors and AHS Teachers about your needs for the Early Release Days that will alter your day and may complicate your schedule. DO NOT wait to do this the day of the Early Release, plan ahead and communicate. We had this last Friday and may have missed it on the announcements. Plan accordingly and make a decision that helps you be successful.
Deadline extended
Deadline extended
ALL interested in attending this event the deadline to turn in permission slips has been extended to NOV 1st. Please pick up in Wildcat Den and return to Mrs.Taratuta.
****ANYONE INTERESTED CAN ATTEND 9th-12th-talk with Mrs. Taratuta for more details if interested****
Upperclassmen can sign up using the email sent Friday or by seeing Mrs. Smith in the Wildcat Den!
Is your student interested in Nursing, Business, Wildlife, Fisheries, Management, Culinary arts, Cosmetology, or something more?! See which college is right for you!
Dodgeball Tournament Poster (3).pdfParents ~ KAPUT Needs You!
KAPUT is excited to offer this event and hope to see record number of students and we need YOUR help to put it on. Please signup to assist for the event with this Link
Items To Review
Per District Policy there are to be No Halloween Costumes @ AHS for any reason.
You will be asked to change if you arrive in a costume of any sort ~ thank you for your understanding and make sure to be safe if you plan on participating on Halloween.
APS ONLINE ANNOUNCMENT
It's the FINAL countdown!
Be sure your senior, not Early College unless you are 13th year graduating, has applied to 3-5 colleges! No cost or obligation to apply in the month of October! Act Now!
SENIOR PHOTOS AND QUOTES ARE DUE NOVEMBER 1st!
This is a FIRM deadline. PORTRAITS and QUOTES WILL NOT be accepted after this date.
use the link, to go straight to your school’s Photo Share website
Portraits: How to add and edit portrait photo details
Portraits: How to add and edit portrait photo details
Tap Ok, Let’s Go on the pop-up, or tap any photo thumbnail on the review screen.
Use the previous and next arrows, or tap thumbnails at the top to view a portrait’s details.
To tag someone, enter their first name, last name and select their grade, then tap Add. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm their information.
Note: Portrait photos must be tagged with a person to be submitted. And only one person can be associated with each portrait photo.
To add a quote, tap Add a quote…
When you’re done, tap the X or Done.
TIPS!
If you selected Student when providing your contact information, your name will already appear in the Tagged in photo area.
To remove a name tag, tap the X next to it in the Tagged in photo area.
The character limit for quotes is 400 characters.
Your portrait may look fuzzy in the app while it is loading, but will have its original clarity on the Jostens Website. We will be checking all portrait submissions and will reach out if there is a problem.
If you have any issues please email ahsyearbook@alpenaschools.com
Upcoming Events:
10/28/24 NHS Induction Ceremony @ 6:00 pm
10/29/24 PSAT/NMSQT Testing date for students normally in 10th & 11th
10/30/24 1/2 Day - AM Students/PM Records Day - Evening Conferences
10/31/24 No School - AM Conferences
11/1/24 Senior Pictures & Senior Quotes Due to Yearbook
11/4/24 KAPUT Monthly Meeting @ 6:00 pm
11/6/24 PIF - "Choosing and Paying for College" @ 6:00 pm
11/8/24 Jostens Senior Meeting for Students - 3rd Hour in the Auditorium
11/8/24 Jostens Freshman Meeting for Students - 5th Hour in the Auditorium
11/12/24 Early College Information Meeting
Progress Reports handed out in 2nd hour for the 12th week
11/15/24 No School - Fall Family Day
11/20/24 PIF - NCAA @ 6:00 pm
11/27/24 - 11/29/24 No School - Thanksgiving Break
OK2SAY is the student safety program which allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, and schools. It uses a comprehensive communication system to facilitate tip sharing among students, parents, school personnel, community mental health service programs, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and law enforcement officials about harmful behaviors that threaten to disrupt the learning environment.
Student Climate Team will be trained to conduct peer mediation for students who are in conflict with one another. The goal of having peer mediation at AHS is to help create a more positive culture in our school where both sides win and one party doesn't feel as if they are being treated unfairly. Please see Mr. Robarge in E110 (School Success) if you need help resolving an issue. Peer mediators don't take sides or place blame on anyone!
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