Alpena Public Schools Board Awards Superintendent Highest Possible Rating in Annual Evaluation
The Alpena Public Schools (APS) Board of Education has announced that Superintendent Dr. David Rabbideau received a rating of "Effective"—the highest designation possible—following his 2025 annual performance review.
During the regular board meeting, six of the seven trustees participated in the comprehensive evaluation process, which assesses the Superintendent’s performance across 34 specific criteria. These criteria are categorized into five key domains of Professional Practice: Governance & Board Relations, Community Relations, Staff Relations, Budget & Finance, and Instructional Leadership.
The evaluation utilized a rigorous rubric developed by the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB), adhering to the requirements of the State of Michigan’s Revised School Code. The rubric classifies performance into three levels: Needing Support, Developing, and Effective.
To demonstrate his impact, Superintendent Rabbideau maintained a digital portfolio providing evidence of performance in every area assessed. This portfolio was reviewed by the Board during three informal evaluation sessions throughout the year. Additionally, Dr. Rabbideau completed a self-evaluation before the final board assessment.
The Board noted that while a rating of "Effective" indicates a superintendent is "doing the job well," achieving this rating across the board is a significant accomplishment. The Board is pleased to report that Superintendent Rabbideau’s performance during 2025 was rated Effective.
“The Board of Education appreciates Dr. Rabbideau's dedication and leadership, especially in the area of strategic planning," said Dr. Eric Lawson, President of the Board of Education. "The Board looks forward to continued collaboration as he leads the district into the future and we work towards making Alpena Public Schools the best we can be."
The Alpena Public Schools (APS) Board of Education has announced that Superintendent Dr. David Rabbideau received a rating of "Effective"—the highest designation possible—following his 2025 annual performance review.
During the regular board meeting, six of the seven trustees participated in the comprehensive evaluation process, which assesses the Superintendent’s performance across 34 specific criteria. These criteria are categorized into five key domains of Professional Practice: Governance & Board Relations, Community Relations, Staff Relations, Budget & Finance, and Instructional Leadership.
The evaluation utilized a rigorous rubric developed by the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB), adhering to the requirements of the State of Michigan’s Revised School Code. The rubric classifies performance into three levels: Needing Support, Developing, and Effective.
To demonstrate his impact, Superintendent Rabbideau maintained a digital portfolio providing evidence of performance in every area assessed. This portfolio was reviewed by the Board during three informal evaluation sessions throughout the year. Additionally, Dr. Rabbideau completed a self-evaluation before the final board assessment.
The Board noted that while a rating of "Effective" indicates a superintendent is "doing the job well," achieving this rating across the board is a significant accomplishment. The Board is pleased to report that Superintendent Rabbideau’s performance during 2025 was rated Effective.
“The Board of Education appreciates Dr. Rabbideau's dedication and leadership, especially in the area of strategic planning," said Dr. Eric Lawson, President of the Board of Education. "The Board looks forward to continued collaboration as he leads the district into the future and we work towards making Alpena Public Schools the best we can be."
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PDF Version of the TBBA Boys Basketball flier
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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. You can make a report by phone call, text, email or using the free app.
https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say
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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
PDF Version of the TBBA Boys Basketball flier
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TBBA Boys 7/8 Basketball
PDF version of the flier
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PDF version of the flier
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PDF Version of the TBBA Boys Basketball flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b3st7WG3Wuv9OTFZlbBJEE0GnGmY1UYm/view?usp=sharing
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APS Limited Public Forum Policy
The District-approved social media platforms/sites are considered limited public forums. As such, the District will monitor posted comments to verify they are on-topic, consistent with the posted rules for use of the forum, and in compliance with the platform/site's applicable terms of service.
The District reserves the right to remove comments that are racist, sexist, abusive, profane, violent, obscene, spam, contain falsehoods, or are wildly off-topic, or that libel, incite, threaten or make ad hominem attacks on students, employees, guests or other individuals. We also do not permit messages selling products or promoting commercial or other ventures.
District-approved social media sites shall not contain content that is obscene; is vulgar and lewd such that it undermines the school's basic educational mission; is libelous or defamatory; constitutes hate speech; promotes illegal drug use; is aimed at inciting an individual to engage in unlawful acts or to cause a substantial disruption or material interference with District operations; or interferes with the rights of others.
Students, parents, and members of the general public who access District-approved social media platforms are similarly expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, courteous, and civil manner.
The District-approved social media platforms/sites are considered limited public forums. As such, the District will monitor posted comments to verify they are on-topic, consistent with the posted rules for use of the forum, and in compliance with the platform/site's applicable terms of service.
The District reserves the right to remove comments that are racist, sexist, abusive, profane, violent, obscene, spam, contain falsehoods, or are wildly off-topic, or that libel, incite, threaten or make ad hominem attacks on students, employees, guests or other individuals. We also do not permit messages selling products or promoting commercial or other ventures.
District-approved social media sites shall not contain content that is obscene; is vulgar and lewd such that it undermines the school's basic educational mission; is libelous or defamatory; constitutes hate speech; promotes illegal drug use; is aimed at inciting an individual to engage in unlawful acts or to cause a substantial disruption or material interference with District operations; or interferes with the rights of others.
Students, parents, and members of the general public who access District-approved social media platforms are similarly expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, courteous, and civil manner.
Alpena Public Schools offers 24/7 access to information utilizing our website alpenaschools.com, APS Social Media, YouTube channel, and StudentVUE/ParentVUE
Video on Applying to ACC and Sending Transcripts Through Parchment!
For assistance contact our College Advisor Mrs. Schultz schultzc@alpenaschools.com or 358 5319
For assistance contact our College Advisor Mrs. Schultz schultzc@alpenaschools.com or 358 5319
School Health Information and Resource Links
Find answers to your school health questions by clicking on the link below. This information is provided by Alpena Public Schools and is meant to be a resource. It is not intended to replace the need for your health care provider's attention. If you need assistance contact APS District Nurse Lisa Thayer (989) 358-5946 or thayerl@alpenaschools.com
https://www.alpenaschools.com/parents-students/school-health-info/
Find answers to your school health questions by clicking on the link below. This information is provided by Alpena Public Schools and is meant to be a resource. It is not intended to replace the need for your health care provider's attention. If you need assistance contact APS District Nurse Lisa Thayer (989) 358-5946 or thayerl@alpenaschools.com
https://www.alpenaschools.com/parents-students/school-health-info/
Alpena Gymnastics at the APlex
WINTERACTIVITIES AT THE GYM
*Sign up now Winter Session begins December 8
*Gymnastics, Aerial Silk, Ninja classes
*Open Gym Saturdays 11-12
*Pizza Night Fridays 6-8
*Young Open Gym Fridays and Saturdays 10-11
*Saturday and Sunday birthday party rentals available
Keep active and join us for fun and exercise on the spring floor, 2 tumble tracks, blow up mountain, climbing wall, beams galore, all sizes of bars, slide, climbing rope,, aerial silks, and a full ninja obstacle course!!
www.alpenagym.com 989 255-7124
*Not an APS sponsored event
WINTERACTIVITIES AT THE GYM
*Sign up now Winter Session begins December 8
*Gymnastics, Aerial Silk, Ninja classes
*Open Gym Saturdays 11-12
*Pizza Night Fridays 6-8
*Young Open Gym Fridays and Saturdays 10-11
*Saturday and Sunday birthday party rentals available
Keep active and join us for fun and exercise on the spring floor, 2 tumble tracks, blow up mountain, climbing wall, beams galore, all sizes of bars, slide, climbing rope,, aerial silks, and a full ninja obstacle course!!
www.alpenagym.com 989 255-7124
*Not an APS sponsored event
BOARD OF EDUCATION Workshop Meeting
Monday, December 8th, 2025 5:30 p.m.
APS Board Room
2373 Gordon Rd. Alpena MI
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Learn more about Career and Technical Education offerings at Alpena High School by visiting
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/career-technical-education
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/career-technical-education
Ella White Christmas Bazaar
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PDF Version of the flier
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Congratulations to Liam Kieliszewski the Rotary International Student of the Month!
Welcome to the Northeast Michigan Mental Health Map.
As you look to chart a way to a healthier life, whether that be for yourself or someone you love, know you are not alone, and help is available. With a focus on getting well and the willingness to advocate for yourself to get the correct treatment, you will be able to gain more control over your brain and behaviors to start living the life you deserve. As you explore the many paths on this map, you are likely to discover options you didn’t know about. Utilize all this tool has to offer and find the one that is best for you!
https://www.partnersinpreventionnemi.org/mental-health-map
As you look to chart a way to a healthier life, whether that be for yourself or someone you love, know you are not alone, and help is available. With a focus on getting well and the willingness to advocate for yourself to get the correct treatment, you will be able to gain more control over your brain and behaviors to start living the life you deserve. As you explore the many paths on this map, you are likely to discover options you didn’t know about. Utilize all this tool has to offer and find the one that is best for you!
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TBBA Boys 7/8 Basketball
PDF version of the flier
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PDF version of the flier
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