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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
Our Very Own-- Maintenance Lead at AHS, Dennis Irwin!!
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.
As you drive to or by campus, you can see the work that Dennis has put in to make the campus look like a million dollars. We appreciate his drive to make our campus the best ever and the hard work he puts in to make it happen. He is doing an amazing job and moving in late in the year was a big change but he as done a remarkable job. Thank you Dennis for all you do and how you work with students having a smile and kind words everyday-- you are appreciated.
Senior Experience Day Agenda
Senior Experience Day Agenda
It is vital that ALL seniors be present this day. You need to get the day off from work and experience the day. It is the last official day as a student and one that is packed with important pieces. I look forward to all of you being present for the full day; the presentation, panel discussion, class picture, walkthrough are all necessary for Sunday to be a success.
Also, we have the infamous KAPUT Senior Celebration that will take place starting at 6pm through 3am. It is shaping up to be legendary and outstanding. The parents have worked hard to set up a great evening for all seniors. What a time to celebrate and spend a great evening with your friends and classmates.
Senior Celebration - Donations and Chaperones Needed!
Parents - we need donations and chaperones for the KAPUT Senior Celebration (formerly Senior Lock-In) at AHS on June 3rd from 6:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m. If you are interested in donating or chaperoning, please contact Vickie Ritter at 989-657-5488 or Jeana Bellanger at 989-884-3532.
We're so excited to have this event back for our seniors! Together, we'll make it a fun and memorable one!
_Uvalde Communication.pdfa message from our superintendent
a message from our superintendent
As we come together as a community, the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District remains in our thoughts as they continue to grieve and heal.
Zero Tolerance on Threats
Following the recent tragedy in Texas we have already seen threats investigated in nearby districts. We are pleading with our families to speak to your children about the seriousness of making threats. The lives of several students in our district and their families were impacted forever following threats made in the first semester after the disastrous event in Oxford.
We must do everything in our power to make sure that our children understand the serious nature of making threats of violence. The impact of real or “joke” threats is real and far reaching for so many people. For any individual who makes a threat, the consequences will be swift and severe, potentially resulting in imprisonment.
Also, we are proud of and thankful for those brave individuals who brought these threats to our attention. People speaking up when they hear something concerning is our best tool in keeping our students and staff safe. Each one of these horrible events included opportunities to intervene with the assailant before the event. Please encourage your child to reach out to a trusted adult if they hear or see something concerning or report it to ok2say at https://ok2say.state.mi.us/
Thank you,
For more information please contact Lee Fitzpatrick, Director of Communications for Alpena Public Schools at 989 464 6447 or fitzpatrickl@alpenaschools.com
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.
Counselor Corner: Any missing assignments, projects and online classes need to be wrapped up this week. You should know which of your classes are having final exams and when those are. If you are unsure, ask your teachers. As the year wraps up and you are able to see final grades in your classes, consider our Summer Rebound Program to receive credit in any core classes you may have failed. If you are unsure of what to take, reach out to your counselor. Summer Rebound Registration
Online Class Application Forms Due Wednesday June 1st
If you have requested to take one or more online classes for next semester please submit the Online Class Student Application form to your counselor by June 1st. If you do not turn in your application form by then, your "Virtual Course" request in Synergy will be converted to an AHS in-person course. This deadline is necessary so counselors and our online coordinator have enough time to review applications and purchase classes for next semester. Also, there will be no changes to requested Online courses after this time. If you have any questions regarding this or need an application please contact your counselor.
yearbook update
yearbook update
Our yearbooks are on the way! We have a tentative delivery date of June 21st, similar to last year. We will be handling distribution the exact same way: drive by the back oval, pick up your orders, and see all the amazing things AHS has accomplished this year! There will not be as many unclaimed yearbooks this year, so be sure to get your orders in ASAP! If you have any questions, please let Connor Thatcher know at thatcherc@alpenaschools.com.
Summer Rebound
Summer Rebound
Need to catch up on a class or two? Summer Rebound is your ticket.
Summer Rebound is specific to courses where students did not earn credit or failed a course. Students may take up to two semester-long courses for a total of 1 credit. To learn more about this great opportunity or to enroll click on the button below.
Looking for more info about ACES? Click on the button below.
Wedneday, June 1st
Wedneday, June 1st
ACES
ACES
Fall 2022 APPlication Deadline!
Fall 2022 APPlication Deadline!
Ready to apply? Click on the button below.
great attendance pays off!
great attendance pays off!
Congrats on receiving Campus Closet gift cards John Kurowski, Elizabeth Barnhill, Darian Godin-Bowman, and Brooklyn Crane (not pictured).
Weekly Home and Away Athletic Events
Sunday, May 29th
None
Monday, May 30th
None
Tuesday, May 31st
Varsity Golf - MHSAA Golf Regionals at Midland HS
Track - Alpena News Meet at Alcona High School at 4pm
Soccer-MHSAA Soccer Districts @ Traverse City West 4pm (if needed)
Wednesday, June 1st
Varsity Softball vs. Pinconning at 4pm at Home
Thursday, June 2nd
None
Friday, June 3rd
None
Saturday, June 4th
Track - MHSSA state meet at Rockford High School
Varsity Baseball - MHSAA Districts at Mt. Pleasant
Varsity Softball - MHSAA Districts at Traverse City Central
End of School Year Announced
The official end date for the 2021/2022 school year at Alpena Public Schools is Thursday June 9th. Both Wednesday, June 8th and Thursday June 9th are half-days for students. Dismissal times are as follows; Thunder Bay 10:26, Alpena High and ACES 10:36, City Elementary Schools 11:45 and Country Elementary School 12:06.
We are often asked about why the number of half-days have increased in recent years. The state now requires both a specific number of instructional days and instructional hours. They also require a set number of days of professional development for teachers. Half-days allow for days to count toward each requirement and avoid having schools decrease vacation time for our families particularly for summer break.
The official first day of school at Alpena Public Schools for the 2022/2023 school year will be Monday, August 29th.
2022/2023 School Year Calendar Attached!
2022-2023 APS School Calendar - Community Release.pdf
Up North Prevention
Make a real difference, be too smart to start!
Focus on a future free of Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco.
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.
Upcoming Events:
5/30/22 Memorial Day - No School
6/1/22 ACES Graduation @ 6pm - Art in the Loft
6/2/22 Spring Choir Concert @ 7pm - AHS Auditorium
6/2/22 Senior Final Exams
6/3/22 Senior Final Exams
6/3/22 Senior Experience Day and the Senior Celebration - 6pm-3am
6/7/22 Final Exams 1st and 2nd hours
6/8/22 Final Exams 3rd and 4th; half day for students
6/9/22 Final Exams 5th and 6th; half day for students-- last day of school!
6/14/22 Report Cards Uploaded to ParntVue
7/5/22 Final Transcripts Available. When requesting a final transcript in Parchment, you may choose “hold for grades” and those transcripts will be released once final grades are uploaded.
8/29/22 2022-2023 First Day of School
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