School Lunch Hero Day
School Lunch Hero Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday in May, honors school nutrition professionals for their vital role in preparing healthy meals, meeting strict nutrition standards, and ensuring students are nourished and ready to learn. It recognizes these "unsung heroes" for their kindness, patience, and dedication to student well-being.
School Lunch Hero Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday in May, honors school nutrition professionals for their vital role in preparing healthy meals, meeting strict nutrition standards, and ensuring students are nourished and ready to learn. It recognizes these "unsung heroes" for their kindness, patience, and dedication to student well-being.
May is Mental Health Month!
Mental Health Awareness Month, observed in May since 1949, is celebrated to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness, raise awareness, provide support, and educate the public. It promotes early intervention and highlights that mental health is crucial for overall well-being, encouraging people to seek help
Mental Health Awareness Month, observed in May since 1949, is celebrated to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness, raise awareness, provide support, and educate the public. It promotes early intervention and highlights that mental health is crucial for overall well-being, encouraging people to seek help
APS Employment-Secretary Switchboard
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
APS Employment-Secretary CTE Accounts Payable
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
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
APS Employment- Secretary K-12 Programs
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
AmeriCorps College Completion Coach or AdviseMI Adviser needed for Alpena High School/ACES Academy for 2026/2027 School Year
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1cc7b335-c707-4346-8444-93785889e3fc&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=580260&lang=en_US
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1cc7b335-c707-4346-8444-93785889e3fc&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=580260&lang=en_US
The Friendship Room at St. Bernard's (No age restrictions, available all year) 322 W. Chisholm Street (989) 354-8018 Monday to Friday 4-5:30 P.M. Saturday 2:30-4 P.M.
Boys and Girls Club of Alpena (19 and under) 801 W Miller Street (989) 356 0214
Meal time is M-F at 4pm
You do not have to be a member to receive a meal. Membership is $50 per year with scholarships available.
THE SALVATION ARMY Food and Hygiene Pantry (Please call for an appointment)
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm 772 N. 2nd Ave. (989) 358-2769
St. Vincent de Paul
2635 US 23 South, Alpena / 989 464 6375 By appointment Food Support T/TH 11:30-2:15 PM families are allowed to utilize the pantry once a month.
Trinity Episcopal Church at 124 East Washington, 989-356-0576. Dinner served on Sundays from 4-5 p.m. All are welcome. Food pantry available by appointment. 989 356 0576
Grace Lutheran 119 W. Dunbar Food Pantry which is open 24/7. There is an outdoor box and inside cabinet in the entrance to the Parish Ed building.
ACC has a food pantry in Besser Technical Center. Anyone enrolled at ACC has access
Sunrise Community Food Pantry - Hubbard Lake Bible Church 2nd & 4th Wednesday
FFA Little Food Pantry at Alpena High School in the rear traffic circle off Garden Street
Boys and Girls Club of Alpena (19 and under) 801 W Miller Street (989) 356 0214
Meal time is M-F at 4pm
You do not have to be a member to receive a meal. Membership is $50 per year with scholarships available.
THE SALVATION ARMY Food and Hygiene Pantry (Please call for an appointment)
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm 772 N. 2nd Ave. (989) 358-2769
St. Vincent de Paul
2635 US 23 South, Alpena / 989 464 6375 By appointment Food Support T/TH 11:30-2:15 PM families are allowed to utilize the pantry once a month.
Trinity Episcopal Church at 124 East Washington, 989-356-0576. Dinner served on Sundays from 4-5 p.m. All are welcome. Food pantry available by appointment. 989 356 0576
Grace Lutheran 119 W. Dunbar Food Pantry which is open 24/7. There is an outdoor box and inside cabinet in the entrance to the Parish Ed building.
ACC has a food pantry in Besser Technical Center. Anyone enrolled at ACC has access
Sunrise Community Food Pantry - Hubbard Lake Bible Church 2nd & 4th Wednesday
FFA Little Food Pantry at Alpena High School in the rear traffic circle off Garden Street
Did you attend, graduate or work at ACES Academy from 2014-2017? If so, join us for a reunion!
ACES Academy Reunion
Saturday, September 12
4:30-??
Twin Aces -19th Hole
1081 US 23 South Alpena
Food and drinks purchased individually by those who attend
Questions? Or to reserve your spot email acesacademyreunion@gmail.com
ACES Academy Reunion
Saturday, September 12
4:30-??
Twin Aces -19th Hole
1081 US 23 South Alpena
Food and drinks purchased individually by those who attend
Questions? Or to reserve your spot email acesacademyreunion@gmail.com
Leadership Garage Sale at Alpena High School this Saturday May 2nd 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Vases, Fabric Thule and Glassware
Vases, Fabric Thule and Glassware
APS Employment- Special Education Teachers All Levels
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
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
APS Employment- Secondary English Teacher
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
Bus 15D the Alligator will not be available for the PM route on Tuesday 4/28/26
The Sunset Project presents
Virtual Presentation for Parents & Community Members (AHS, ACES, and RCHS)
Overview: The Sunset Project (TSP), a nonprofit serving Northeast Michigan, will facilitate
Ending the Silence (ETS)—a mental health awareness program—through in-classroom
presentations for students at Alpena High School, ACES, and Rogers City High School during
the week of May 4, 2026. TSP will also offer a virtual presentation for parents and community
members on Tuesday, May 5.
Parent and Community Presentation:
Location: Virtual via ZOOM:
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/8237247400
Meeting ID: 823 724 7400
Date: Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Time: 7-7:50 PM
Additional Information:
Ending the Silence (ETS) is an evidence-based program developed by the National Alliance on
Mental Illness (NAMI) to be delivered in classroom settings. It helps students recognize and
address the signs and symptoms of common mental health challenges, such as depression,
anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
The Sunset Project partners with NAMI Grand Traverse, MyMichigan Health, and the Northeast
Michigan Community Mental Health Authority to bring this impactful program to schools across
Northeast Michigan. Each presentation features two trained speakers—one lead and one youth
facilitator—who share resources and information about mental health and then open up about
their personal experiences. These honest, relatable stories help normalize emotions and reduce
stigma, encouraging students to seek help when needed. The program is designed to fit within a
single class period, often delivered during health classes.
More information about Ending the Silence can be found on NAMI’s
website: https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Mental-Health-Education/NAMI-Ending-the-
Virtual Presentation for Parents & Community Members (AHS, ACES, and RCHS)
Overview: The Sunset Project (TSP), a nonprofit serving Northeast Michigan, will facilitate
Ending the Silence (ETS)—a mental health awareness program—through in-classroom
presentations for students at Alpena High School, ACES, and Rogers City High School during
the week of May 4, 2026. TSP will also offer a virtual presentation for parents and community
members on Tuesday, May 5.
Parent and Community Presentation:
Location: Virtual via ZOOM:
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/8237247400
Meeting ID: 823 724 7400
Date: Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Time: 7-7:50 PM
Additional Information:
Ending the Silence (ETS) is an evidence-based program developed by the National Alliance on
Mental Illness (NAMI) to be delivered in classroom settings. It helps students recognize and
address the signs and symptoms of common mental health challenges, such as depression,
anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
The Sunset Project partners with NAMI Grand Traverse, MyMichigan Health, and the Northeast
Michigan Community Mental Health Authority to bring this impactful program to schools across
Northeast Michigan. Each presentation features two trained speakers—one lead and one youth
facilitator—who share resources and information about mental health and then open up about
their personal experiences. These honest, relatable stories help normalize emotions and reduce
stigma, encouraging students to seek help when needed. The program is designed to fit within a
single class period, often delivered during health classes.
More information about Ending the Silence can be found on NAMI’s
website: https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Mental-Health-Education/NAMI-Ending-the-
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:
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VmumlyasOHQNmPCs5ccvOl5G4K-pe9D7/view?usp=sharing
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
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VmumlyasOHQNmPCs5ccvOl5G4K-pe9D7/view?usp=sharing
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
AHS Masquers Club Presents the Inseparables
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/141WSOLIVZ3tWNNtBT_RD5ANNMMi96q-2/view?usp=sharing
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/141WSOLIVZ3tWNNtBT_RD5ANNMMi96q-2/view?usp=sharing
APS Employment- Human Resource Specialist
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/employment-opportunities
