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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
Ms. Wirgau hit the ground running this year to make sure that Campus Closet was open and running just in time for students and families to show their support for Fall sports! Campus closet is already open for both in person and online shopping making it more accessible to our community. Thank you for all of the hard work that you have done to help kick off the year.
The Wildcat Way...
The Wildcat Way...
On September 17, together with citizens across the US, we honor the anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution by delegates at the constitutional convention.
This important day in our nation’s history is a national day of observation of the birth of our government. In Social Studies classes you will reflect upon our nation’s rich history & development as a constitutional democracy. The constitution is the greatest governing document & at some 7,000 words it is one of the shortest governing documents in the world.
The constitution has guided our history by providing the American people with what they can reasonably expect from their government and by outlining the rights by which all Americans live in this great nation.
Counseling
Testing Updates
Testing Updates
Results from the spring testing are available in E- 111! See Mrs. Haugerud for your test results!
Sign up for the ASVAB if you are interested in exploring post high school career options, including jobs serving in the United States military. AHS will be offering the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) on Tuesday, November 6th! There will not be a makeup session for this test. The deadline to register is Wednesday, October 3, 2025.
Payment is due for the NMSQT/PSAT National Merit Scholarship Test by Thursday, 9/18/25. Please see Mrs. Haugerud in E-111 to turn in the $20 fee.
September is SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS Month!
Studies show that is is important to have conversations about mental health and suicide prevention.
PAY ATTENTION for changes in behavior or entirely new behaviors. This is especially important if the new behaviors are related to a recent stressful event.
TAKE A PROACTIVE ROLE - talk about suicide and know the warning signs. Things you can do to help protect someone who may be at risk include: Help them find access to mental healthcare: your school counselor would have referrals for therapists. Limit access to lethal means (medicine, sharps, etc). CALL 988 for a confidential and free crisis line. Trained crisis counselors are available at this line 24/7/365.
Homecoming
Homecoming Is Almost Here:
Kickoff Volleyball and Powderpuff -- Sunday, October 5th
Spirit Week
Homecoming Assembly
Homecoming Parade
Tailgate Party Friday
Homecoming Football Game
Homecoming Dance
Homecoming Representative forms are now available in the Wildcat Den! If you are interested in running for a class representative position and taking home the top prize, you have until the 29th to sign up! You must have a 2.0 GPA, receive twenty student signatures, and participate in all Homecoming activities. There is no better way to get involved and make a name for yourself here at AHS. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Thatcher.
Spirit Days are almost upon us! Starting the 6th of October, we’ll have a week full of activities and themes.
Monday: Pink Day
Tuesday: Teachers vs. Students (teachers dress like students, students dress like teachers)
Wednesday: Generations Day (freshmen: toddlers, sophomores: elementary school, juniors: middle-aged, seniors: senior citizens)
Thursday: Anything But A Backpack Day (be smart but be fun!)
Friday: Class Color Day
Hallway Decorating will take place right after school in the commons on Thursday of that week. Be ready to decorate and make your halls look great! Windows can be painting only once they are taped off.
The Homecoming Parade starts at 4:45 on Friday starting in the Ella White parking lot. Students, join up with your classmates and represent AHS pride! The parade ends in the back oval right as celebrating for the football game against Sault St. Marie starts up. Please attend, participate, and cheer on AHS on the best day of the year!
More information will continue coming out as we get closer, so please keep an eye on the announcements for more!
Powderpuff Volleyball to lead off HOMECOMING KICKOFF
Second Annual Volleyball Starts on Sunday, October 5th at 4pm in the AHS Gym
Junior & Senior Boys
Coached by the Varsity Girl's Volleyball Players
You can register in the Wildcat Den
Fourth Annual AHS Powderpuff Football following Volleyball at 6:30pm @ Wildcat Stadium at Park Family Field
Junior & Senior Girls
Coached by Varsity Football Players
You can register in the Wildcat Den
Let's fill the stands ~ everyone is welcome
Game time will depend upon the completion of the Volleyball Game
Approximately 6:30pm
HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORM
Forms are due (10/9) Thursday morning, 8:00 am.
They MUST be signed by both parents and the guest's principal.
Forms are available in the Wildcat Den and with Mrs. Haugerud in E 111.
Dance Permission Form - update event date as needed.pdfYou will NOT be able to buy Homecoming Dance Tickets if you are on Academic Probation
AHS Upcoming Events
Tuesday
National Voter Registration Day
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 is National Voter Registration Day. Organizations such as the League of Women Voter of Northeast Michigan across will participate in registering citizens to vote.
A Voter Registration Drive will be held at Alpena High from 10:30 to 1:00. A table will be set up at the commons where students can check and see if they are already registered and register if they are not. Students who are 18 can register. Students who are 16 or 17 can pre-register to so they will be ready to vote in any election once they turn 18.
Students should bring a driver's license or the last four digits of their social security number. It only takes a minute!
DEADLINE IS APPROACHING
Senior Planning Team
Applications are ready and available in the Main Office on Tuesday
Deadline: Friday, September 19th
Seniors - please consider joining and be a part of the decision making for your senior class!
Freshman Bash -- Don't miss it September 26th
See the flyer in past week's Updates
It is a great time and great way to start your high school experience
National Honor Society News
Attention Junior and Senior Students: Emails have gone out to those students that qualified for National Honor Society. Chech you email and know that you must attend one of the meetings.
If you did not get the email and believe that you qualify, see Mrs. Dietz before the end of the day on September 16th.
JOIN THE SENIOR KICKOFF STATEWIDE EVENT
JOIN THE SENIOR KICKOFF STATEWIDE EVENT
Program Objective: To deliver a high-energy, motivational event that empowers
Michigan GEAR UP students with the information, resources, and inspiration they need
to confidently plan for college and explore a wide range of opportunities beyond high
school.
Tentative Schedule ( LUNCH AND T-SHIRTS INCLUDED )
● 10:00 am Students & Educators Begin Arriving
● 10:30-10:45 am MI GEAR UP Welcome & Program Roll Call
● 10:45-11:00 am Opening Remarks from Governor Whitmer
● 11:00-11:50 am GEAR UP Alumni Student Panel (Moderated by Special Guest)
● 11:50-12:00 pm Transition to College & Community Resource Fair
● 12:00-12:55 pm College & Community Resource Fair/ On-site Admissions
● 1:00 pm Students & Educators Depart
Items To Review
practice makes perfect
practice makes perfect
At AHS this week, we had the first safety drill ~ Tornado. Please talk over the importance of practicing these drills in the event that we have a real one. The classes were outstanding and did well. The first drill was a success and cleared the building 4 minutes.
Fire drills are likely next! Talk about the importance of practicing safe decisons.
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
Retakes are scheduled for: October 21st
AAACU Teacher of the Month
AAACU Teacher of the Month
AAACU if kicking a monthly recognitions program to highlight the amazing teachers in our community!
Nominate your favorite teacher HERE!
$5.00 off Class Shirt Coupon
$5.00 off Class Shirt Coupon
Stop by the AAACU Wildcat Branch and get your $5.00 off class shirt coupon to use in Campus Closet.
Wildcat Branch open Monday, Wednesday, Friday during lunch hours!
Athletics
Upcoming Events:
9/16/25 National Voter Registration Day -- Reps will be available to answer questions at lunch
9/19/25 Senior Planning Team Application Due
9/26/25 KAPUT Freshman Bash 3:00 - 7:00pm
9/30/25 Progress Reports go home
10/5/25 Powderfuff events and Kickoff to Homecoming
10/8/25 Senior Sunset Sponsored by KAPUT Times TBA
10/9/25 College Night in the AHS Gym 5:30pm
10/5/25 Homecoming Kick Off -- Powderpuff game and Junior/Senior Volleyball Game; times: TBA
10/10/25 Homecoming Assembly, Homecoming Parade, and Homecoming Football Game
10/11/25 Homecoming Dance at AHS
10/13/25 No School Staff PD
10/20/25 Gearup Day at AHS
10/21/25 Picture Retake Day
10/22/25 Senior Sunset Rain Makeup
10/23/25 NMSQT Test Day
10/30/25 1/2 Day for student PM Parent/Teacher Conferences
10/31/25 AM Parent/Teacher Conferences
11/3/25 KAPUT Meeting 6pm in the Wildcat Den
11/6/25 ASVAB Testing
Parent Information Forum - Choosing and Paying For College 6pm AHS Auditorium
11/11/25 Veteran's Day
11/19/25 NCAA Parent Information Forum 6pm in the Wildcat Den
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
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!
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