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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
Congrats...
Dailen Adrian, Arianna Bedford, and Myah Zdybel on your selection.
Contributor: Citizenship- Recognize the importance of their role in our connected world; Involvement- Willing to actively engage to make a positive difference; Community Oriented- Able to balance self-interest with the needs of society.
This crew is always respectful in the commons during online classes. When they noticed custodians prepping the commons for the holiday craft show, they rolled up their sleeves, grabbed some brooms, and helped clean up. Thank you for helping to make AHS a great place.
Congats to our very own APS Student Spotlight
Aubrey Ford ~ AHS Climate Team
Congratulations Student of The Week
Sophomore, Elsa Schultz ~ nominated by Mrs. Proehl for the following:
Elsa is a constant source of positivity in the classroom. She is generally enthusiastic about any lesson - or at least curious and willing to try new media. She participates and shares knowledge with others, a great member of our studio. She is serious about her work and approaches it with a wonderful mix of imagination and purposefulness.
Congratulations
Staff Member of the Week
Mrs. Johnson ~ Mr. Buchinger's Assistant and manages the Restorative Center at AHS
Thank You For ALL You Do to make AHS a better place
Counseling Corner:
CHOOSING & PAYING FOR COLLEGE Parent/Student Information Forum on Wednesday, Dec 14th from 6:30-7:45.
Robyn Miller will present information to interested students/families of Juniors and Seniors specifically, however any grade is welcome to attend. MCAN Rep Jenny Taratuta will also be in attendance to help answer any questions as well as a member of Community Foundation to discuss scholarship opportutnities. Join us in the main commons of Alpena High School.
GRADES: You still have some time to get your grades up before the end of the semester which ends on January 20 (Jan 13 for online classes). Now is a good time to talk to your teachers about what you can do over the holiday break to improve your grade(s). Find out what assignments you can still do for credit so that you don't end up needing to repeat a class.
AHS Shout-outs
AHS Shout-outs
Know anyone that deserves a special message in our building? It could be a student, teacher, counselor, cook, custodian, SRO, admin, instructional assistant, office assistant.....ANYONE!
Use this link to send them a message that will be displayed on the TVs around AHS. The message is anonymous, but please include their name to help brighten their day and spread a little kindness.
Be sure to read them, you never know when your name might pop up!
We need your input ~ let's name the new Media Center at AHS
We will be doing a soft opening starting on Monday. The AAACU Wildcat Branch will be open for business. Mrs. Samp is working to organize the Media portion and will be continuing to do Chromebook work out of the new space. Be patient as she is working to get it set up and move out of the mini commons.
~ There will be no food in the new area ~ lunch must be eaten in the commons and hallway tables, so you are welcome to do school work, online classes (keep your orange card visible with your information), visit with friends, and just relax ~ it is your area and you need to be respectful of the new furniture and space.
Please help Mrs. Samp in setting Wildcat Way tone as you enjoy the space.
Do see yourself as a Student Leader? Would you be interested in sitting on a Student Council?
Please contact Mr. Bourdage bourdager@alpenaschools.com or Mr. Thatcher Thatcherc@alpenaschools.com to find out more information.
~ AHS Sports ~
WILDCAT ATHLETIC EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 12-December 17 Click HERE
MIAAA Scholarship
The MIAAA is now accepting applications for 2022-2023 scholarship awards. Each school year, the MIAAA awards thirteen (13) $1,000 scholarships honoring high school male and female student-athletes from each region. Only student-athletes graduating during the current school year will be eligible for the scholarships
Each high school may select one male and one female student-athlete to complete the application form. The school’s athletic director must be a member of the MIAAA (in good standing) in order to nominate student-athletes and to have them be considered for the scholarships.
Student-athletes must meet the following criteria to be nominated:
● A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 on a 4.0 scale
● One letter of support from a school staff member
● Must have earned a varsity letter in at least two different sports during their high school career
● Complete appliation with approval signatures from athletic director and principal
● Application must be typed
● This year's deadline for applications to be submitted is Wednesday Janaury 18, 2023 to the athletic office (f-House)
The application form is attached and is also available on the MIAAA Website by clicking on the MIAAA Scholarship Application button at: https://www.miaaa.com/scholarship-recipients
Piston Game Flyer.pdfThey need to fill the charter bus ~ there is still time
Wildcat Boys and Girls Basketball teams are scheduled to play at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on Friday, December 16th. The Girls play at 12 P.M and the Boys play at 1:45 P.M. Tickets are $45 and include entry to both games as well as the Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game at 7 P.M. There are 50 tickets remaining that must be sold prior to the game. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for our students. If you would like to support Wildcat Basketball contact either Coach John Pintar pintarj@alpenaschools, Coach Laura Dubey dubeyj@alpenaschools or call either at (989) 358 5200 to order tickets.
Teddy Bear Toss 2022 (1).pdfCome Support Wildcat Hockey
YEARBOOK BABY PHOTOS and PAYMENT DUE December 19th.
NO LATE SUBMISSIONS OR PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED!!
December Volunteer Opportunities.docxVolunteering is a life-long skill ~ Start now!
Student Parking Lot ~ Winter is HERE ~ are you ready?
As you know, the first snow has come and gone, and it is tough to find the lines and park evenly. As winter is here and snow is upon us, I will see that each row is marked in the morning at 6:30 am. Please do your best to park starting at the front of the parking lot to ensure that there are safe straight rows.
Thanks for doing your part!
Exploring Career Pathways
Trivia Time - Career We Go Winners!!
Week 1 : Kegan Sharako
Week 2 : Taylor Milhorn
New trivia question EVERY Monday
Leadership Fundraiser Event on the 21st ~ Academic Probation will be enforced
Mr. Buchinger and Mrs. Piper will be pulling grades on 12/16/22 which will dictate your ability to purchase a ticket for the Leadership Holiday Fundraiser.
Chronically absent students will be denied tickets. If you have questions regarding your attendance, you may email or see your Principal or Dean Piper. Again, you may review on StudentVUE and ParentVUE.
Students absent due to illness (parent excused via email or calling).
Dual Enrollment and Early College ~ you should have been signing in and out and taking care of your absences in the moment. You may review attendance with Mrs. Nugent and/or your counselor and/or Mrs. Tessmer in Attendance.
Need help with Student Bus Information?
Go to ParentVUE using the app or website, pick a student, select student info. Then scroll all the way to the bottom right and click additional information for their bus routing schedule provided by day as well as AM and PM. If it is incorrect or needs to be changed, there is an automated transportation request on the first page at the bottom of ParentVUE.
If you need ParentVUE login information, call the 358-5200, and Mrs. Manning will assist you.
Masquer's Club ~ Are you interested in Theatre, acting, musicals?
Are you interested in acting? Or the thrill of the theater? Want to try new and exciting things in a cool environment? Then try the Masquers club! Info meeting on Thursday, December 15th at 2:45 in front of the auditorium. Email Beckerb@alpenaschools.com with any questions.
Thursday, December 15th @ 7 pm
AHS Auditorium
AAACU Wildcat Branch
AAACU Wildcat Branch
The Wildcat Branch located in the media center will be back open starting this Monday, December 12th.
Students we are still running our $100 new member incentive, so stop by and open your account today and learn how you can receive $100 deposited into your account. Be sure to bring photo ID and know your social security number to open your account.
For information or questions feel free to reach out to Wildcat Branch Supervisor Alison Jakubcin at 989-354-1531 or ajakubcin@aaacu.com
Alpena Public Schools Press Release-Should I Send My Child to School_ .docxAre you feeling ill?
Check out the information on how to help keep AHS healthy.
If you are interested in your student being a patient of the health center, please return the consent form found here to our clinic staff. Students can return the completed form to our office in D128, or it may be faxed to 989-358-3738. More information and FAQs can be found on our website found here.
Upcoming Events:
12/13/22 Leadership ~ Trivia Night 3-5 pm AHS Auditorium
12/14/22 PIF Choosing a College 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm AHS High School Commons
12/15/22 Masquer's Meeting 2:45 pm Auditorium
12/15/22 Winter Band Concert 7 pm - 9 pm AHS Auditorium
12/19/22 Grades being run for Academic Probation and Chronic Absenteeism
12/20/22 Senior Quotes Due
12/20/22 Choir Holiday Concert 7pm -9pm AHS Auditorium
12/21/22 Choir Caroling at AHS 1st hour
12/21/22 Leadership ~ Holiday Movie ~ more information to follow
12/22/22 No School Winter Break
1/3/23 Classes Resume
After School Tutoring!
We are continuing to offer tutoring assistance after school for all AHS students! This will be staffed by AHS teachers and assistance can be provided in any subject. Tutoring sessions will be held in the Large Commons (Media Center is under construction) from 2:45 to 3:45pm every Monday and Wednesday that students have a full-day. Specific information for each week will be posted in student announcements. Students do not need to sign up in advance and students are responsible for their own transportation. Please contact Mr. Pattison @ (pattisonj@alpenaschools.com) if you have any questions.
HOW TO REPORT THREATS/CONCERNS
HOW TO REPORT THREATS/CONCERNS
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.
PEER MEDIATION
AHS now has trained student peer mediators to help solve conflicts between students! If you are in conflict with another student, please see me in Room E110 or you can e-mail me at robargeb@alpenaschools.com Remember, peer mediators are trained not to take sides or place blame on anyone. Since October (when the mediators were trained), they have conducted 10 mediations with students, and the outcomes have been successful!
Thank you Devon and Maddi for being great Mediators!
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