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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
Critical Thinker: Analytical- Able to perceive connections and divisions within a problem situation; Logical- Recognize and maintain a sense of coherence in problem solving contexts; Problem Solver- Implement strategies to successfully and efficiently create solutions.
This week's Wildcat Way is Claire LaCross! The staff member that nominated Claire shared, "A couple of weeks ago, there were 2 students from TBJH that missed their bus after school. Claire brought them to the main office to figure out how to help. Claire said she was going to stay with the students while they waited for their rides so they were not alone. She is just so kind, understanding and very mature. I have had the chance to work with Claire on some activities for Student Council and she is a true leader."
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
We celebrate Veterans Day to honor all U.S. military veterans for their service, sacrifice, and contributions to the country:
Veterans Day originated in 1919 as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I, which was marked by the signing of the armistice on November 11, 1918.
In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor all veterans, including those who served in peacetime.
Veterans Day is a day to thank living veterans for their service and acknowledge their contributions to national security.
Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the challenges veterans face, such as health care and employment.
AHS Upcoming Events
Veterans Day Assembly November 11th, 2nd Hour
~ Planned by AHS Student Council, thank you for doing this event to honor veterans
~ It will take place during 2nd hour for 25 minutes; students will be released by house via the PA. You will sit with your 2nd hour class and will start seating in gym 4 closest to the pool and then move to gym 1 when it is partially full. Admin will help direct and guide classes.
~ Report to 2nd hour for attendance and wait to be released.
We can use your help at the event-- Please volunteer if you are available.
Do you have a team? You have to register!
Let's see the creative uniforms and let's make this a great event.
There are other activities to take part in or just come to hang out and watch...
And we mention~ There will be tons of food as well.
Josten's GRADUATION MATERIAL DUE
Last week Seniors met with Jostens and recieved information regarding graduation materials. Please note the upcoming order deadlines.
Graduation Order Deadline
Wednesday, November 12th
Online Order Link - https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1065136/Alpena-High-School/
Video Information and FAQ’s – https://jostens.co/AlpenaGradHowTo
Freshmen Parents
Last week Freshman met with Jostens and recieved information regarding class rings. Please note the upcoming order deadlines.
Class Ring Order Deadline
Wednesday, November 12th
Online Order Link - https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1065136/Alpena-High-School/
Video Information and FAQ’s – https://jostens.co/AlpenaRingHowTo
Counseling
Fall/Winter Testing Out
If you wish to test out of a course please submit the Testing Out Request form to E-house office by Tuesday, November 25th. All tests will be administered December 3rd at 2:45pm at AHS. If you request to test out of a course you will receive confirmation and additional details via email. If you have after school activities scheduled for this time you will have to plan accordingly in advance. Please refer to the Testing Out Request form for additional information or you can contact Mr. Buchinger.
DUAL ENROLLMENT: If you have not scheduled an appointment with your counselor yet for semester 2 dual enrollment classes..... you need to ASAP. ACC classes are filling up!
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Check out this site for scholarship and loan information - https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/students-families
2025 Press Release_ Alpena High School & ACES (Fall).pdfSunset Project
Sunset Project
The Sunset Project returns this fall to visit our AHS Health classes on November 10th to share important mental health resources with students and reinforcing the importance of communicating with parents, guardians, and/or staff member any mental health concerns a student may be experiencing.
Students taking Online Health are encouraged to hear the presentation during 1st, 2nd, or 3rd hour in F209 or 1st hour in B104.
Poster 2025.pdfItems To Review
Reminder to AHS Families
AHS is on a semester report card system and DOES NOT issue quarter grades and report cards like TBJH ~ Report cards will be available about one week after the end of the semester January 16th
Final Exams will be held on the last three days of the semester (Final Exam Schedule TBA), and teachers will review class expectations with all students
There is a final exam/project/culminating experience, etc. in every class at AHS
Parents had the opportunity to seek out teachers at conferences last week, and I hope the experience was worthwhile and meaningful
You are always welcome to email any staff member and/or set up an appointment if necessary; you may be hearing from teachers via phone/email in two week as Progress Reports will be issued on Tuesday, November 18th which is a great opportunity to review all this information with your student(s)
You can always follow up via ParentVue to see current grades
I hope the clarification helps with any confusion for parents that have students in both buildings
Athletics
Upcoming Events:
11/10/25 Sunset Project presentations in Health Classes
11/11/25 Veteran's Day
11/11/25 KAPUT Fall Activity Night
11/12/25 Josten's Graduation Order Deadline
11/18/25 Progress Reports Go Home
11/19/25 NCAA Parent Information Forum 6pm in the Wildcat Den
11/25/25 Deadline to turn in Testing Out forms
11/26/25 No School Thanksgiving Break
11/27/25 No School Thanksgiving Break
11/28/25 No School Thanksgiving Break
12/1/25 KAPUT Meeting 6pm in the Wildcat Den
12/3/25 Testing Out at 2:45pm -- location TBA
12/15/25 District Health 9th Grade Eye Exam
12/16/25 District Health 9th Grade Eye Exam
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 Restorative Center (School Success) if you need help resolving an issue. Peer mediators don't take sides or place blame on anyone!
Have you ever wondered how our school lunch menus are created? Curious about what goes into deciding a snow day? Or perhaps you’ve been puzzled by terms like "collective bargaining agreement" or wondered why the district can’t purchase gifts for staff?
If so, we invite you to participate in our "ASK APS" initiative. This is your chance to ask the questions that matter to you. Each month, we’ll select questions that are intriguing, timely, or widely relevant to answer in the Superintendent's Update, Central Office communications, school newsletters, or even at Board meetings.
While we may not be able to address every question, we’re committed to answering as many as we can.
Please note: This form is not intended for questions specific to individual students or situations. For those, please reach out directly to your child’s teacher or principal.
Rest assured, your submissions are completely anonymous—no contact information is collected
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