Have you ever wondered how our school lunch menus are created? Curious about what goes into deciding a snow day? Or perhaps you’ve been puzzled by terms like "collective bargaining agreement" or wondered why the district can’t purchase gifts for staff?
If so, we invite you to participate in our new "ASK APS" initiative. This is your chance to ask the questions that matter to you. Each month, we’ll select questions that are intriguing, timely, or widely relevant to answer in the Superintendent's Update, Central Office communications, school newsletters, or even at Board meetings.
While we may not be able to address every question, we’re committed to answering as many as we can.
Please note: This form is not intended for questions specific to individual students or situations. For those, please reach out directly to your child’s teacher or principal.
Rest assured, your submissions are completely anonymous—no contact information is collected
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScur4xn7ZFwXIUBzapxYhpg0rPX_jwgrffpzFw1Cva0JfOtFQ/viewform
If so, we invite you to participate in our new "ASK APS" initiative. This is your chance to ask the questions that matter to you. Each month, we’ll select questions that are intriguing, timely, or widely relevant to answer in the Superintendent's Update, Central Office communications, school newsletters, or even at Board meetings.
While we may not be able to address every question, we’re committed to answering as many as we can.
Please note: This form is not intended for questions specific to individual students or situations. For those, please reach out directly to your child’s teacher or principal.
Rest assured, your submissions are completely anonymous—no contact information is collected
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScur4xn7ZFwXIUBzapxYhpg0rPX_jwgrffpzFw1Cva0JfOtFQ/viewform
ALPENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SCHOOLS OF CHOICE PUBLIC NOTICE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Alpena Public Schools is
accepting SCHOOLS OF CHOICE applications for
non-resident students for all grades under SECTIONS
105 and 105c. Applications will be accepted through
September 4 , 2026. Enrollment documents may be
obtained at the Gordon Administration Building, 2373
Gordon Road, Alpena, Michigan between 9 a.m. and 3
p.m. Monday through Friday or online at
www.alpenaschools.com. Your completed paperwork may be
submitted at the Gordon Administration Building, 2373
Gordon Road, Alpena, Michigan within the application
period. For additional information, call 989-358-5025.
SCHOOLS OF CHOICE PUBLIC NOTICE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Alpena Public Schools is
accepting SCHOOLS OF CHOICE applications for
non-resident students for all grades under SECTIONS
105 and 105c. Applications will be accepted through
September 4 , 2026. Enrollment documents may be
obtained at the Gordon Administration Building, 2373
Gordon Road, Alpena, Michigan between 9 a.m. and 3
p.m. Monday through Friday or online at
www.alpenaschools.com. Your completed paperwork may be
submitted at the Gordon Administration Building, 2373
Gordon Road, Alpena, Michigan within the application
period. For additional information, call 989-358-5025.
The Mahaz Family Spartan Scholarship The DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION is MAY 29th!!!
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gEz7xVmq718f7n9Dcfdm_SYfYhezPE5H/view?usp=sharing
Open to APS Students earning their diploma in the Spring of 2026 who will attend Michigan State University in Fall 2026. Preference will be given to students that plan to study accounting, finance, supply chain management, business management or STEM fields (Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics).
Award- $2500 toward tuition at Michigan State University
For more information contact Lee Fitzpatrick fitzpatrickl@alpenaschools.com or (989) 358 5043 and reference the Mahaz Family Spartan Scholarship.
Submit the following items to apply:
· AHS/ACES Transcript
· Proof of Acceptance to Michigan State University for Fall 2026
· A personal statement describing your career goals and any barriers you have already or will have to overcome to reach them.
Email all 3 items above to fitzpatrickl@alpenaschools.com or send to 2373 Gordon Rd Alpena MI 49707 attention Lee Fitzpatrick
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gEz7xVmq718f7n9Dcfdm_SYfYhezPE5H/view?usp=sharing
Open to APS Students earning their diploma in the Spring of 2026 who will attend Michigan State University in Fall 2026. Preference will be given to students that plan to study accounting, finance, supply chain management, business management or STEM fields (Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics).
Award- $2500 toward tuition at Michigan State University
For more information contact Lee Fitzpatrick fitzpatrickl@alpenaschools.com or (989) 358 5043 and reference the Mahaz Family Spartan Scholarship.
Submit the following items to apply:
· AHS/ACES Transcript
· Proof of Acceptance to Michigan State University for Fall 2026
· A personal statement describing your career goals and any barriers you have already or will have to overcome to reach them.
Email all 3 items above to fitzpatrickl@alpenaschools.com or send to 2373 Gordon Rd Alpena MI 49707 attention Lee Fitzpatrick
Alpena County Library Summer Reading Program
PDF version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/12Z95yUXaxpiH9DvmngWyeS74-BGp0oYU/view?usp=sharing
PDF version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/12Z95yUXaxpiH9DvmngWyeS74-BGp0oYU/view?usp=sharing
Plus 1 means an additional credential/degree/training beyond a high school diploma to prepare for success in the workforce!
65% of jobs require a credential or degree after high school. What education or training will you add to your AHS diploma to brighten your future economic prospects?
65% of jobs require a credential or degree after high school. What education or training will you add to your AHS diploma to brighten your future economic prospects?
APS Employment- Assistant to the Superintendent
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
APS Employment- Instructional Assistant
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
Not an APS sponsored event
Alpena Baby Pantry 319 Lockwood, is open Thurs. 5/21 9-2
It is open on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Donations can be made at the MSU extension center at the Fair Grounds
For more information contact Baby pantry 989 464 2790
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064373693559
Alpena Baby Pantry 319 Lockwood, is open Thurs. 5/21 9-2
It is open on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Donations can be made at the MSU extension center at the Fair Grounds
For more information contact Baby pantry 989 464 2790
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064373693559
STARBASE SUMMER ACADEMY for 5th Grade students-Not an APS sponsored event
https://www.starbasealpena.org/summer
https://www.starbasealpena.org/summer
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary summer education programs are back for June and July!
NOT AN APS SPONSORED EVENT:
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary summer education programs are back for June and July! Whether your child wants to learn the "robot ropes" or explore the sanctuary shoreline, an immersive experience awaits them.
📍 Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
🗓️ June & July Sessions
👥 Ages 7-14
Spots fill up fast, so take action today! ⚓️✨
Sign up and find more information at www.ThunderBayFriends.org/index.php/sanctuary/
NOT AN APS SPONSORED EVENT:
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary summer education programs are back for June and July! Whether your child wants to learn the "robot ropes" or explore the sanctuary shoreline, an immersive experience awaits them.
📍 Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
🗓️ June & July Sessions
👥 Ages 7-14
Spots fill up fast, so take action today! ⚓️✨
Sign up and find more information at www.ThunderBayFriends.org/index.php/sanctuary/
Registration is at www.dabsbasketball.com make sure to agree to the waivers. The jersey sign ups are until June 5th but the deadline for the basketball sign ups is June 21st.
Alcona Health Center at Alpena High School Parent/Guardian Surveywww.bit.ly/SchoolPatientSurvey
This Week at Alpena Public Schools (Click athletic page links below for athletic calendars)
Monday- Board of Education Meeting 5:30 PM and Ad Hoc New Member Orientation 4 PM
Tuesday- Spring Band Showcase 6 PM AHS Gym
Wednesday- Senior Awards Night 7 PM AHS Auditorium
Thursday- Besser PAC Meeting 4 PM
Friday- Make up day added to calendar
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
http://www.alpenaschools.com/
Monday- Board of Education Meeting 5:30 PM and Ad Hoc New Member Orientation 4 PM
Tuesday- Spring Band Showcase 6 PM AHS Gym
Wednesday- Senior Awards Night 7 PM AHS Auditorium
Thursday- Besser PAC Meeting 4 PM
Friday- Make up day added to calendar
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
http://www.alpenaschools.com/
AHS ROV Team Qualifies for Worlds
The team crushed it yesterday at the Regional, posting near-perfect scores and setting scoring records. Their scores were higher than last year's world champions! They will be fundraising this week to try to cover the cost of the trip to the world championships Thursday, 6:00 to 7:00, the team will present at NOAA as part of its lecture series. Also, Friday is the Bowling Event. (6:00 to 8:00). There are bowling slots available. It is $100 per team of four, which includes two games, pizza, and pop. The team gets half.
Donation Link
https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Alpena-High-School-Underwater-Robotics-C/SdMJ7ac
The team crushed it yesterday at the Regional, posting near-perfect scores and setting scoring records. Their scores were higher than last year's world champions! They will be fundraising this week to try to cover the cost of the trip to the world championships Thursday, 6:00 to 7:00, the team will present at NOAA as part of its lecture series. Also, Friday is the Bowling Event. (6:00 to 8:00). There are bowling slots available. It is $100 per team of four, which includes two games, pizza, and pop. The team gets half.
Donation Link
https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Alpena-High-School-Underwater-Robotics-C/SdMJ7ac
APS Employment- Food Service Full and Part time
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
Not APS Sponsored
PDF version of the flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRWidy2QGjlK1jCXzU323c1xmKrLzAmy/view?usp=sharing
AmeriCorps Seniors
Volunteers needed for classrooms in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency and Presque isle
Foster Grandparents Receive:
Non-taxable stipend of $4.00 per hour
Mileage reimbursement
Excess liability and automobile insurance
Monthly in-service education
Community service recognition
Must pass federal and state background checks
Please call 1-877-222-9043 to learn more about this program and to request an application.
IF YOU ENJOY:
Mentoring Children
Offering One-To-One Guidance
Companionship to Youth in a Supervised Setting
Building Mutually Beneficial Friendships
Making a Difference in Your Community
AND IF YOU:
Are Age 55 or Older
Meet Income Criteria
Are able to maintain 20 hours of service per week
Then YOU are exactly who we are looking for!
PDF version of the flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRWidy2QGjlK1jCXzU323c1xmKrLzAmy/view?usp=sharing
AmeriCorps Seniors
Volunteers needed for classrooms in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency and Presque isle
Foster Grandparents Receive:
Non-taxable stipend of $4.00 per hour
Mileage reimbursement
Excess liability and automobile insurance
Monthly in-service education
Community service recognition
Must pass federal and state background checks
Please call 1-877-222-9043 to learn more about this program and to request an application.
IF YOU ENJOY:
Mentoring Children
Offering One-To-One Guidance
Companionship to Youth in a Supervised Setting
Building Mutually Beneficial Friendships
Making a Difference in Your Community
AND IF YOU:
Are Age 55 or Older
Meet Income Criteria
Are able to maintain 20 hours of service per week
Then YOU are exactly who we are looking for!
Alpena County Library
https://alpenalibrary.org/kids-teens/teen/
Teen Loot Box- Snacks, Activities and a Book of your Choice
https://alpenalibrary.org/kids-teens/tween/
Tween Loot Box- Snacks, Activities and a Book of your Choice
https://alpenalibrary.org/kids-teens/teen/
Teen Loot Box- Snacks, Activities and a Book of your Choice
https://alpenalibrary.org/kids-teens/tween/
Tween Loot Box- Snacks, Activities and a Book of your Choice
