This week's Wildcat Way is Caitlyn Pelto. Caitlyn displays Wildcat confidence and puts her best foot forward every day. She has truly grown this year. AHS is so proud of the effort she is putting into making her day the best it can be. She is always kind in class, shows pride in her work, and is always willing to greet others. Caitlyn is demonstrating increased confidence in herself, sharing her creativity with others, and contributing to learning in class. Way to go, Caitlyn!

Senior Sunrise 

• Breakwall ~ weather driven

• KAPUT will serve breakfast

• May 18th or 19th ~ It will be sent via Facebook/Email

• If you wish to donate any food items, please contact Terry Manning 989-590-2031

Student Graduation Speakers

• One male and one female selected 

• Guidelines with Rubric

• Auditions to be held after school May 14th & 15th (Alternate Date(s) Available if necessary)

• Sign-up sheets will be located in the Wildcat Den

• Deadline to sign up: May 11th

• Watch the announcements for more information

Baccalaureate

• May 13th @ 7pm in the Audiorium

Graduation Elementary Walk-Throughs 

Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity.  Parents are welcome to join.

• Week of June 1st 

• Location & Times To Be Announced Soon

• It was so well received last year that you don't want to miss it

SENIOR Graduation Parade

• June 5th at 6pm to begin the Senior Celebration 

AHS Summer Rebound information and registration are available! If your student is unsure of what class to take over the summer, have them stop in to see their counselor.

Parents and students,
Summer Rebound Registration Details:

- How to Sign Up: Please complete this Link by June 12, 2026.

- Course Selection: If you are unsure which classes to take, please consult your counselor. However, you can review your past failed courses in StudentVue. 

- Confirmation: You will receive a copy of your responses upon submission. Additional enrollment details and support session dates will be sent to student email addresses the week of June 15th.

Summer Rebound Program Overview:

- Format: Online credit recovery courses supported by APS teaching staff.

- Location: Thunder Bay Junior High Media Center.

- Schedule: Students will be assigned one in-person class day per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) and notified of their schedule the week of June 15th.

- Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

- Start Dates: June 23, 24, or 25. Students will be assigned one of these days to attend class. 

- Deadline: All coursework must be completed by August 6 at 11:59 PM EST. No extensions will be provided.

Attendance and Course Access:

- Students must attend their scheduled weekly in-person day until the course is finished. Please notify staff in advance of any prior commitments (e.g., vacations or camps).

- All students must log in and begin working by June 26th.

- If taking two courses, the second will open once the first is at least 75% complete (by July 10th).

- A minimum grade of 60% is required to earn credit.

- Successful completion results in a "CR" (Credit); failed or incomplete courses result in "NC" (No Credit).

- Important: Failure to complete a course will result in the loss of future online learning opportunities in that subject with APS for a minimum of two years.

Testing Out

Testing out will occur during the first and second week of May. Students interested in testing out of a class they have failed or not taken yet must stop by the Counseling Office in E house to pick up a Testing Out Form. The deadline to turn in a completed request for Testing Out is Friday, April 24th. 

📝 11th Grade M-STEP Testing

Wednesday, April 22 — Required for graduation

Bring: School-issued Chromebook (fully charged), charger
Do NOT bring: Phones, smart watches, headphones/earbuds, or any electronic devices

Students report to your testing location by 7:30. Backpacks will be left outside the testing area and electronic devices must be turned in before testing.

⏰ Make-Up Testing Dates

If a student missed their scheduled test, they must attend the assigned make-up date below. Students must  bring their Chromebook (fully charged) and charger. 

April 21 – PSAT 9 & 10
April 23 – 11th WIN
April 29 – 11th SAT
April 30 – 11th M-STEP

If you have any questions please contact Mr. Mitchell’s office.

Upcoming Events:

• 4/21/26 PSAT 9 & 10 Make-Up Testing in Gym 1 & 4

• 4/22/26 MSTEP Testing in Gym 1-3

• 4/23/26 WIN Make-Up Testing in Gym 4

• 4/24/26 Blood Drive in Health Occupations Program B106 8:30-1:00pm (Students & Staff only)

• 4/24/26 Jostens Senior Delivery & Senior Meeting @ 12:30 pm in the Auditorium

• 4/28/26 CTE National Signing Day - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

• 4/29/26 SAT Make-Up Testing in Gym 4

• 4/30/26 MSTEP Make-Up Testing in Gym 4

• 5/1/26 Drop off all Senior Award information to the Counseling Center

• 5/4/26 KAPUT Monthly Meeting @ 6:00 pm

• 5/5/26 Secretary of State Mobile Unit here 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Wildcat Den

• 5/12/26 Progress Reports sent home

• 5/13/26 Baccalaureate at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium

• 5/13/26 - 5/14/26 Graduation Speaker Auditions

• 5/15/26 Decision Day

• 5/16/26 Prom at The Depot on Fletcher Street

• 5/18/26 Senior Sunrise @ 6:00 am - Alpena Boat Harbor

• 5/19/26 Weather Date for Senior Sunrise

• 5/19/26 Spring Band Showcase in the Gym - 6:00-9:00 pm

• 5/20/26 Senior Awards Night @ 7:00 pm in the Auditorium

• 5/21/26 Deadline for Senior Video Submissions

• 5/22/26 5/25/26 No School ~ Memorial Day

  • Seniors must be done with online at midnight

• 5/26/26 5/27/26 Senior Exams

• 5/28/26 Choir Concert at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium

• 5/29/26 Last Day for Seniors

  • All 9-11th graders must be complete

• 6/1/26 Elementary Graduation Walks begin - schedule will be posted

• 6/5/26 Senior Parade & Senior Celebration

• 6/7/26 Graduation Class of 2026 @ 1:30 pm - Wildcat Stadium at Park Family Field

• 6/826 Graduation Class of 2026 Rain Date @ 7:00 pm - Wildcat Stadium at Park Family Field

• 6/12/26 Deadline for Summer School