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EMPOWERING 21ST CENTURY GRADUATES
Tutoring Information
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Confident: Self Aware- Able to identify their own strengths and weaknesses; Growth Mindset- Embrace their ability to grow through dedication and hard work; Grit- Willing to expend sustained effort to complete a task with excellence.
This week's Wildcat Way is Reese Schefke! In just a few short weeks here at AHS, Reese has been able to show her grit and her ability to work through and resolve tough situations. She is very aware of her own strengths and weaknesses, and embraces the opportunity to grow here at AHS. Reese has the confidence of a Wildcat!
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Reese Schefke
Celebrations
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.
AHS Upcoming Events
Testing Updates
Testing Updates
Results from the spring testing are available in the Restorative Center! See Mrs. Johnson 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 5th! There will not be a makeup session for this test. The deadline to register is Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
Payment is due for the NMSQT/PSAT National Merit Scholarship Test by Friday, 9/20/24. Please see Mrs. Manning in the Main Office to turn in the $20 fee.
The Community is invited to the Alpena High School Auditorium for an informative presentation on Social Media, Sexting and Cyber-bullying presented by our local law enforcement partners on Wednesday, September18th at 6 PM.
As we discuss online safety we would like to encourage our families to discuss the dangers and difficulties of online safety.
Students should know that the single most effective preventative tool regarding school safety is if you See Something, Say Something. If your child sees or hears something that is concerning, they should say something to an adult or report it online using ok2say.com. On an annual basis the district and law enforcement are seeing messages shared repeatedly on social media, and often the same message is edited to replace the school name and then reshared again. When students or adults just repost messages on social media and don’t report through the appropriate channels, it perpetuates fear and creates additional safety issues. It diverts resources from the school and law enforcement, complicates investigations, and makes it challenging to share accurate information with parents in a timely manner, it makes us less safe. Please REPORT and don't REPOST.
Freshmen
Don't Miss YOUR Event FRIDAY
School Picture Retakes are set for 10/22/24
There will be more info coming out closer to that day; I will review photo's to ensure that they are school appropriate as best that I can do. The students were awesome today and moved through the lines fast and very polite. Lifetouch Photography was so pleased with our student body that personally shared that AHS was by far one of the best this year.
Go Cats! Wildcat Way Pride
Homecoming Information
Spirit days are decided! The week of Homecoming, dress in theme for a spirit ticket and a chance to win some fun prizes!
Monday: USA Day
Had a cool outfit for the football game? Want more people to see it? Monday will be your day!
Tuesday: Vine Day
Time to bring back all those six-second references and jokes!
Wednesday: Kindergarten vs Senior Citizens
Either grab the first day of school look from ten years ago or grab your daily get up eighty years from now! Battle of the generations!
Thursday: Despicable Me Day
By popular response! Dress as your favorite characters from the movies!
Friday: Class Color Day
Freshmen are orange, sophomores are yellow, juniors are blue, and seniors are red. Deck out in your colors and take home the Spirit Jug!
Each class is responsible for decorating a hallway and a mural the day before the assembly; start getting your supplies and ideas together now! Your sponsors are:
Freshmen: Ms. Poli, Ms. Corwin, and Mrs. Kurowski
Sophomores: Ms. Dietz and Mrs. Johnson
Juniors: Mrs. Brownridge and Ms. Dec
Seniors: Mr. Kieliszewski and Mr. Skiba
Sponsors will receive copies of the rubrics and your gift cards at the beginning of next week; the priority now is to get your theme set in stone!
As always, if there are any questions, reach out to Mr. Thatcher.
Dance Permission Form - Homecoming 10-5-24.pdfHOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORM
Forms are due (10/3) Thursday morning, 8:00 am.
They MUST be signed by both parents and the guest's principal.
Forms are available in the main office and with Mrs. Johnson in E 103.
You will NOT be able to buy Homecoming Dance Tickets if you are on Academic Probation
Campus Closet
Campus Closet will be open Friday, October 4th 4-6pm.
Shop online https://alpenaschools.moduurn.com/home
Get ready for Homecoming and get your class shirt!
Counseling Corner
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.
DID YOU KNOW? More than 49,000 Americans died by suicide in 2022. Men die by suicide nearly 4 times more than women. 3.5 million made a plan for suicide. BE AWARE and TAKE ACTION.
For more information about the College Fair, please have students contact their counselor or the MCAN College and Career Advisor (Melisa Smith email: smithme@alpenaschool.com)
College and Career Ambassadors
College and Career Ambassadors
New to Alpena High School, MCAN's Advisor Melisa Smith would like to offer students an opportunity to earn volunteer hours, add credentials to applications, gain experience, participate in student activities, and promote post secondary education. We are seeking students willing to meet monthly, participate in planning, social media promotions, and dissemination of information. SCAN the QR code attached to access the application. A select group of students will be selected and offered the chance to participate. Please see Mrs. Smith for more details. Office located on the ground floor in Wildcat Den, by phone 989-372-0101, and via email smithme@alpenaschools.com
Athletics
As the new year begins, Alpena Public Schools seeks to reinforce attendance expectations for all athletic events.
The district reminds our students, families and community that attendees have an obligation to behave in a manner that allows for safe and enjoyable experiences for all fans.
“Alpena High School Athletic Events are a source of pride for the district and community. We strongly encourage student, parent and community attendance and participation at sporting events. These are school events so we expect all those in attendance to demonstrate appropriate behavior and language that allows a family friendly positive viewing experience for all.” said Jon Studley, APS District Athletic Director.
Parents are reminded that any students in eighth grade or younger must be accompanied by their parent or guardian for admission to any Alpena High School sporting events.
The adult accompanying the student needs to be in attendance and monitor the behavior of their child for the duration of the event.
Attendees of any age that are disruptive are subject to ejection from any event.
“We encourage parents to talk to their children as well as model good sportsmanship and respectful behavior as a fan and spectator at all school sporting events,” said Jon Studley, APS District Former Athletic Director now Director of ACES Academy.
Items To Review
practice makes perfect
practice makes perfect
At AHS this week, we had two safety drills ~ Tornado and Fire Drills. 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. Friday's fire drill was was a success and cleared the building 2.5 minutes.
Fireman Andy ~ thanks for joining us for our first drill!
USE the QR code to send your Photos to the AHS Yearbook with PHOTOSHARE! Include "Back to School PICTURES" in the TOPICS and your QUOTE in the CAPTION box.
We are also still accepting SUMMER PICTURES!
Attention Students Interested in Automotive
Attention Students Interested in Automotive
Alpena High School CTE is happy to invite students to join us for a tour of Northwood University and opportunity to attend their International Auto show on Friday, October 4th, 2024 from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Northwood University International Auto Show (NUIAS) in Midland MI has been going strong for 61 years. They host the nation’s largest outdoor exhibition with over 65 automotive brands in attendance!
Permission slip required, pick up available in Wildcat Den, and due before Sept. 25th!
-Students will need transportation home from AHS upon our return.-
Please contact Melisa Smith the College and Career Advisor for more details. Email: smithme@alpenaschools.com Text Number: 989-372-0101 Scheduling Appointments Link
Upcoming Events:
9/17/24 Nathan Harmon Assembly for 9th - 11th grades
9/18/24 Community Forum - Internet Safety - with APD & MSP - 6:00 - 8:00 pm - Auditorium
9/20/24 Freshman Bash - 3:00 - 7:30 pm
9/30/24-10/4/24 Homecoming Week
10/1/24 College Night 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the AHS Gym
10/5/24 Homecoming Dance @ 8:30 pm
10/10/24 Special Senior Event
10/22/24 Picture Retake Day
10/25/24 1/2 Day - AM Students
1029/24 PSAT/NMSQT Testing date for students normally in 10th & 11th
10/30/24 1/2 Day - AM Students/PM Records Day - Evening Conferences
10/31/24 No School - AM Conferences
11/1/24 Senior Pictures & Senior Quotes Due to Yearbook
11/15/24 No School - Fall Family Day
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.
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