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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
AHS Staff Member...Connor Thatcher
Culturally Minded: Globally Aware- Sensitive to the variety of cultural expressions; Compassionate- Able to empathize with the feelings and priorities of others; Embrace Diversity- Willing to welcome and respect all differences.
This month's staff Wildcat Way recipient exemplifies the traits of a Culturally Minded individual as they show great compassion for their students and embrace the diversity of everyone in their classroom. This teacher has consistently noticed students in need of additional support and regularly works with counseling staff and admin to make sure their needs are met, whether those needs are academic, social or emotional. This teacher regularly nominates a diverse group of students for Student of the Week, and highlights their individual strengths and accomplishments that may otherwise go unrecognized. They also show incredible compassion and care when working with students. Recently I had the opportunity to observe this teacher in their advisory and was delighted to see the respect and rapport created amongst members of the group. I was again greatly impressed by this individual when they brought a student in need of immediate support directly to me, leading to an engaging and meaningful conversation. Even though this staff member is a first year teacher, they have shown wisdom and intuition of a veteran teacher. For these reasons I have nominated Mr. Conner Thatcher as this Month's Staff Wildcat Way.
CONGRATUATIONS
The Besser Foundation is recognizing this group of outstanding Alpena High School Seniors with the 37th annual Excellence in Education Award. These students represent the top 10% of grade point averages for the 12th grade class based on the enrollment numbers at the end of the first semester.
Top 27~ Class of 2022
Molly W. Ayotte
Hunter N. Ballor
Brianna M. Boyk
Cooper W. Bright
Arlene Dai
Karlin M. Decker
Madison E. Erickson
Cambree A. Gildner
Madysen M. Gohl
Matthew J. Guest
Tanner L. Hatch
Alison M. Hosinski
Theodore J. Johnson
Gloria J. Kroll
Nicole A. Lucas
Grace D. Mitchell
Julia M. Prieur
Hannah J. Robinette
Thomas R. Sheridan
Madisyn J. Speaks
Emilee L. Spomer
Madison A. Szymanski
Andie M. Toth
Allison P. Urlaub
Ryan C. Voltz
Christian L. Wicklund
Tilmont M. Williams
Parent/Teacher Conferences -- Thursday 3-6pm
No School for students on Friday.
We are excited to welcome all parents to visit with our teaching staff, counselors, Administration, School Success, and Dean. Over the past two years, we have not had the opportunity to meet face-to-face, so I hope that you all take full advantage of this opportunity. The teachers will be in the Large Commons, Mini Commons, and Media Center. We have information at the greeting table for parents.
We will NOT be running schedules.
I have the ParentVUE videos below which is how you can access your student schedule. We can help you when you arrive if you need anything or have questions. We will be located at the entrance to of the back oval.
Campus Closet will be open during conferences, and they would love to have you all visit and make a purchase! If you have not visited the store, you will be amazed at the great products that they have to sell.
Are you new to ParentVUE? Watch this video to see an overview of all the features. The features are the same for TBJH and AHS. If you need an activation key, please call the school.
Activating my ParentVUE account - call AHS for an activation key.
Reporting an absence using ParentVUE.
How to get notifications vie the ParentVUE app for my child's attendance and grades.
Counselor Corner: Spring break is almost here! Take a good look at your grades and progress this week. Are you behind? Do you have grades lower than you would like? Are you on track with any online classes you may have? If you are needing/wanting to improve your grades Spring Break is the perfect time to do that. Check with your teachers this week to see what you can do over break to get back on track. Even if a student spends only an hour a day over break working on school work it will help get their grades up and back on track.
ASSESMENT UPDATES
ASSESMENT UPDATES
Letters below will outline the plans for testing this spring for each grade.
All Juniors that will be taking the MSTEP on April 20 or April 21 2022 MUST follow these steps BELOW before testing day.
MSTEP_ Device Readiness Check.pdfAdviseMI Announcements
Scholarship of the Week- CTE Scholarship- open to all students who have completed a CTE course and are planning to pursue education in a related field, due March 25th Apply Here
It is not too late to fill out your FAFSA! If you are planning to further your education after high school, you should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as this will determine your eligibility for financial aid. Forms can be accessed at fafsa.gov and Michigan priority deadline was just extended to May 1st!
Any questions? Reach out to me- deckerb@alpenaschools.com, 989-358-5243
Monday - 3/21
Monday - 3/21
World Down Syndrome Day is 3/21! Why 3/21? This signifies the third 21st chromosome that causes Down Syndrome in individuals. Show your support on Monday by rocking your coolest, most unique socks!
ATTENDANCE UPDATE FOR SEMESTER 2, 2022
After meeting with the Attendance Committee and reviewing the current attendance trends based upon reported health incidents, it was determined that AHS will suspend the current Attendance Policy (Page 18 of Alpena High School Student/Parent Handbook) based upon the current COVID/quarantine/sickness issues facing our student population and families for SEMESTER 2 as of March 16, 2022.
There have been many inquiries regarding the Attendance Review Board (ARB) and doctor’s notes. Currently, over 260 AHS students have 8 or more absences; it is nearly half of what we had reported out in semester 1; however, it is a significant amount and we still have three months of school remaining. Attending school has been a struggle for some families with multiple COVID outbreaks and the recent stomach bug, but with Brightspace and teacher communication, students have been able to stay connected and continue learning. It is not optimal, but it is the situation that AHS students are facing due to the health concerns. Again, this is not precedent setting and will not stop the Truancy cases from moving forward with the Dean Piper and School Success-- communication about issues facing attendance is vital to avoid Truancy.
Good attendance continues to pay off!
Good attendance continues to pay off!
Congratulations Makayla Jack, Leia Cumper, and Jack Cook. Enjoy shopping at Campus Closet!
Weekly Athletic Schedule
Weekly Athletic Schedule
Sunday, March 20th
None
Monday, March 21st
Boys and Girls Track try-outs at 3pm at Gym 1 & 4
Girls Soccer try-outs at 3pm at Gym 2 & 3
Girls Softball try-outs at 5pm at Gym 2 & 3
Boys Baseball try-outs at 7pm at Gym 2 & 3
Tuesday, March 22nd
Boys and Girls Track try-outs at 3pm at Gym 1 & 4
Girls Soccer try-outs at 3pm at Gym 2 & 3
Girls Tennis practice at 3:30pm at Tennis Courts
Girls Softball try-outs at 5pm at Gym 2 & 3
Boys Baseball try-outs at 7pm at Gym 2 & 3
Wednesday, March 23rd
Boys and Girls Track try-outs at 3pm at Gym 1 & 4
Girls Soccer try-outs at 3pm at Gym 2 & 3
Girls Tennis practice at 3pm at Tennis Courts
Girls Softball try-outs at 5pm at Gym 2 & 3
Boys Baseball try-outs at 7pm at Gym 2 & 3
Thursday, March 24th
Boys and Girls Track try-outs at 3pm at Gym 1 & 4
Girls Soccer try-outs at 3pm at Gym 2 & 3
Girls Tennis practice at 3:15pm at Tennis Courts
Girls Softball try-outs at 5pm at Gym 2 & 3
Boys Baseball try-outs at 7pm at Gym 2 & 3
Friday, March 25th
Boys and Girls Track try-outs at 3pm at Gym 1 & 4
Girls Soccer try-outs at 3pm at Gym 2 & 3
Girls Softball try-outs at 5pm at Gym 2 & 3
Boys Baseball try-outs at 7pm at Gym 2 & 3
Saturday, March 26th
None
Schedule is subject to change based on weather and field conditions.
YEARBOOK UPDATE-- WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We have a few baby photos that do not have names attached to them, so we don't know what name to give them in the yearbook. If any of these pictures belong to you, let Yearbook know ASAP! You can contact Mr. Thatcher at thatcherc@alpenaschools.com for any questions.
Yearbook staff emailed the pictures that NEED to be identified two weeks ago. Please look at it!
scan_sampj_2022-03-16-13-31-45.pdfChromebook Insurance
Chromebook Insurance
Please review and if you have any questions, you may reach out to Mrs. Samp in the Media Center. You can email questions to sampj@alpenaschools.com
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 Media Center from 2:45 to 3:45pm every Monday and Thursday 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.
Upcoming Events:
3/24/22 1/2 Day Students; Parent Teacher Conferences
3/25/22 No School Spring Break
4/4/22 School Resumes
4/13/22 SAT Testing
4/14/22 ACT Workkey Testing
4/19/22 MSTEP Testing
It is becoming crunch time for credit recovery! YVC is an easy way to give to the community AND receive credits! Contact Ms. Emmy in the YVC office in the media center to sign up today.
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