PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VmumlyasOHQNmPCs5ccvOl5G4K-pe9D7/view?usp=sharing
Alpena Public Schools contracts with the WillSub service for substitute custodians, instructional assistants, food service workers, secretaries and teachers. Individuals who wish to work as substitute staff for Alpena Public Schools should follow the steps below to complete the required application and necessary online training:
Visit https://www.willsub.com.
Click the Start a New Account button.
You will be prompted to complete a four-step enrollment process; application, fingerprinting, online training, and uploading of required documentation.
Questions regarding subbing may directed to the APS Sub-Procurement Office - Telephone (989) 358-5031.
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
Alpena Public Schools contracts with the WillSub service for substitute custodians, instructional assistants, food service workers, secretaries and teachers. Individuals who wish to work as substitute staff for Alpena Public Schools should follow the steps below to complete the required application and necessary online training:
Visit https://www.willsub.com.
Click the Start a New Account button.
You will be prompted to complete a four-step enrollment process; application, fingerprinting, online training, and uploading of required documentation.
Questions regarding subbing may directed to the APS Sub-Procurement Office - Telephone (989) 358-5031.
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
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?
Flooding Issue Tuesday 4 14 26
Tuesday 4/14/26 Routes 16D (on their junior high and high school route only) and 13A for both the K-5th and 6-12th grade routes are impacted due to flooding in the area. They will be unavailable in both the morning and afternoon.
Due to road closures in the area between US-23, Long Rapids Rd, Genschaw Rd and Golfcourse Rd we can not pick up or deliver students in the area.
Island View, Bagley Street, and roads West of Genschcaw are not affected
Parents in the affected area will need to drop off and pick up students from their school.
Side streets affected
Par
Birdie
Eagle
Dow
Partridge
Sunset
Princeton
Glendale
St. Onge
Maplelawn
The end section of Gilchrist
Besser Museum 💦Join us for Story & Craft Time this Saturday April 18💦
We’ll be reading “Thank You, Earth” and creating decorative planters using recycled tin cans!
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages: 3 and up (All children must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost included with general admission:
$10 Adults (ages 15 and up)
$5.00 Children (ages 4-14)
• Free for Museum Members
• Free for Children 3 and under
Not an APS Sponsored Event
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We’ll be reading “Thank You, Earth” and creating decorative planters using recycled tin cans!
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages: 3 and up (All children must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost included with general admission:
$10 Adults (ages 15 and up)
$5.00 Children (ages 4-14)
• Free for Museum Members
• Free for Children 3 and under
Not an APS Sponsored Event
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Flooding Issue Monday 4 13 26
Monday 4/13/26 afternoon Routes 16D and 13A are impacted due to flooding in the area.
Due to road closures in the area between US-23, Long Rapids Rd, Genschaw Rd and Golfcourse Rd we can not deliver students in the area.
Island View, Bagley Street, Roads West of Genschcaw are not affected
Parents in the affected area will need to pick up students from their school.
Side streets affected
Par
Birdie
Eagle
Dow
Partridge
Sunset
Princeton
Glendale
St. Onge
Maplelawn
The end section of Glichrist
Not APS Sponsored
Art in the Loft Young Artist Exhibit 2026 kicks off Tuesday, April 14th with an opening reception from 6pm to 8pm. This event is free and open to the public. In celebration of the Young Artist Exhibit, there are also have a series of drop-in style workshops on April 18th from 11am to 2pm. For more information https://www.artintheloft.org/
Art in the Loft Young Artist Exhibit 2026 kicks off Tuesday, April 14th with an opening reception from 6pm to 8pm. This event is free and open to the public. In celebration of the Young Artist Exhibit, there are also have a series of drop-in style workshops on April 18th from 11am to 2pm. For more information https://www.artintheloft.org/
Sailing Camp PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-CFSbc8NBZWdVgIu2EUoSVtYqPKdQ1iv/view?usp=sharing
This Week at Alpena Public Schools (Click athletic page links below for athletic calendars)
Monday- Sanborn Parent Council 4:30 PM
AHS Parent Council (KAPUT) 6 PM
Tuesday- Thunder Bay Parent Council 4:30 PM
Thursday- Besser Parent Council 4 PM
Friday- Thunder Bay Choir Coffee House 2:15-7:15 PM
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
http://www.alpenaschools.com/
Monday- Sanborn Parent Council 4:30 PM
AHS Parent Council (KAPUT) 6 PM
Tuesday- Thunder Bay Parent Council 4:30 PM
Thursday- Besser Parent Council 4 PM
Friday- Thunder Bay Choir Coffee House 2:15-7:15 PM
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
http://www.alpenaschools.com/
Color Run for a Cause
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O1kJonOb5HErZQ_LDQdtoRoEFqGq-6kL/view?usp=sharing
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O1kJonOb5HErZQ_LDQdtoRoEFqGq-6kL/view?usp=sharing
MI Gear Up Visits
What university graduates 40% of MI physicians? Where can you go to be part of a top lawyer, engineering and medical university in MI? Wayne State University, and that is where Alpena students visited today. Beautiful downtown Detroit with a unique experience at the Detroit Institute of Art as well.
What university graduates 40% of MI physicians? Where can you go to be part of a top lawyer, engineering and medical university in MI? Wayne State University, and that is where Alpena students visited today. Beautiful downtown Detroit with a unique experience at the Detroit Institute of Art as well.
ParentVUE Grade and Attendance Notifications (Smartphone APP available!)
You can set up your account in ParentVUE to get notified if grades fall below a certain percentage or when the student has been late or missed a class.
For login information contact your child's school
1. Parents need to go into "My Account", check the box for the features they want to activate, such as grades or attendance.
2. click Update Account.
3. This will then bring up another screen for them to choose the options of what day of the week, what percentage to send the notice, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6PtMACYAHQ
You can set up your account in ParentVUE to get notified if grades fall below a certain percentage or when the student has been late or missed a class.
For login information contact your child's school
1. Parents need to go into "My Account", check the box for the features they want to activate, such as grades or attendance.
2. click Update Account.
3. This will then bring up another screen for them to choose the options of what day of the week, what percentage to send the notice, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6PtMACYAHQ
🎸 Wildcat Assessment Tour 2026 – What You and your Student Needs to Know
Spring state testing is quickly approaching at Alpena High School.
Please review the section below for your student’s grade level.
👉 Go to your student’s grade below for testing details, schedules, and important information.
🎓 Grade 9
PSAT 9 – Tuesday, April 14
👉 View Testing Details | 👉 Parent/Student Letter
🎓 Grade 10
PSAT 10 – Thursday, April 16
👉 View Testing Details | 👉 Parent/Student Letter
🎓 Grade 11
WIN (ACT WorkKeys) – Thursday, April 9
👉 View Testing Details
SAT (Michigan Merit Exam) – Wednesday, April 15
👉 View Testing Details
M-STEP (Science & Social Studies) – Wednesday, April 22
👉 View Testing Details
👉 View Parent/Student Letter (All Grade 11 Tests)
⚡ Important Reminders
• Digital Readiness: Students (9th - 11th Grade) will complete a readiness check during English classes. Online students (9th - 11th grade) who do not have an in person English class will come to AHS March 23-27 to complete.
• Juniors: These assessments are required for graduation
• Testing Day Expectations:
✔️ Bring a fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger
❌ No phones or electronic devices (they will be collected before testing)
📌 Additional Information
• Parental/Guardian Opt-Out Form For Optional Information Provided during the SAT
🎸 Let’s rock these assessments—with Wildcat pride! 🎸
Spring state testing is quickly approaching at Alpena High School.
Please review the section below for your student’s grade level.
👉 Go to your student’s grade below for testing details, schedules, and important information.
🎓 Grade 9
PSAT 9 – Tuesday, April 14
👉 View Testing Details | 👉 Parent/Student Letter
🎓 Grade 10
PSAT 10 – Thursday, April 16
👉 View Testing Details | 👉 Parent/Student Letter
🎓 Grade 11
WIN (ACT WorkKeys) – Thursday, April 9
👉 View Testing Details
SAT (Michigan Merit Exam) – Wednesday, April 15
👉 View Testing Details
M-STEP (Science & Social Studies) – Wednesday, April 22
👉 View Testing Details
👉 View Parent/Student Letter (All Grade 11 Tests)
⚡ Important Reminders
• Digital Readiness: Students (9th - 11th Grade) will complete a readiness check during English classes. Online students (9th - 11th grade) who do not have an in person English class will come to AHS March 23-27 to complete.
• Juniors: These assessments are required for graduation
• Testing Day Expectations:
✔️ Bring a fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger
❌ No phones or electronic devices (they will be collected before testing)
📌 Additional Information
• Parental/Guardian Opt-Out Form For Optional Information Provided during the SAT
🎸 Let’s rock these assessments—with Wildcat pride! 🎸
Assistant Principal and Deans Day!
Key reasons for celebrating Assistant Principal and Deans Day include:
Recognizing Unsung Leadership: These administrators are often the "glue" that keeps schools together, handling challenging administrative tasks and student crises behind the scenes.
Improving Student Outcomes: Research shows that effective school leadership, which includes dedicated administrators, is directly correlated with better student success and school safety.
Supporting School Culture: They play a key role in supporting teachers, strengthening community relationships, and mentoring students.
"Wearing Many Hats": They manage diverse tasks including school discipline, safety, and operational duties.
Key reasons for celebrating Assistant Principal and Deans Day include:
Recognizing Unsung Leadership: These administrators are often the "glue" that keeps schools together, handling challenging administrative tasks and student crises behind the scenes.
Improving Student Outcomes: Research shows that effective school leadership, which includes dedicated administrators, is directly correlated with better student success and school safety.
Supporting School Culture: They play a key role in supporting teachers, strengthening community relationships, and mentoring students.
"Wearing Many Hats": They manage diverse tasks including school discipline, safety, and operational duties.
Wildcat Run Club PDF version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1obEJ-IIMhPwBxoixYCVi1dlK-v1I5rcI/view?usp=sharing
Happy Easter!
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Poetry Month!
Instructional Assistants Day!
Instructional Assistant Day (often called Teaching Assistant or Paraprofessional Day) is celebrated to recognize the crucial role assistants play in fostering student success, supporting teachers, and ensuring smooth classroom operations. These professionals provide vital, individualized attention to students—particularly those with special needs—and are often considered "unsung heroes" who enhance classroom inclusivity and engagement.
Instructional Assistant Day (often called Teaching Assistant or Paraprofessional Day) is celebrated to recognize the crucial role assistants play in fostering student success, supporting teachers, and ensuring smooth classroom operations. These professionals provide vital, individualized attention to students—particularly those with special needs—and are often considered "unsung heroes" who enhance classroom inclusivity and engagement.
