PDF Versions of the Kindergarten Round Up Flier https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SPB_A4yG8DhWCMiBP7COUvfvxTRgAL-a?usp=sharing
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1
School Health Information and Resource Links
Find answers to your school health questions by clicking on the links 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 links 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 Public Schools will hold a Job Fair for Instructional Assistants, Bus Drivers and Custodians on Wednesday, January 28th from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. at APS Central Office 2373 Gordon Road in the boardroom. We are hiring for full-time, part-time and substitute positions. Schedule an interview if you can’t attend by calling (989) 358-5030. Candidates can save time by completing an application in advance at alpenaschools.com under the employment button. For those looking for more flexible work options we have many substitute positions. We will hold interviews on the spot at this event with qualified candidates.
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
For students in 10th grade or below that are interested in the Alpena Early College opportunity
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college
or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
Required Informational Meeting (attend at least one)
October 23–November 7: Early Application Period
Fall Informational Meeting October 23 at 7 PM
ACC Granum Theatre
Includes opportunities for pre-admission guidance, early interview, and scoring bonus
Application deadline November 7
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM
ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college
or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
Required Informational Meeting (attend at least one)
October 23–November 7: Early Application Period
Fall Informational Meeting October 23 at 7 PM
ACC Granum Theatre
Includes opportunities for pre-admission guidance, early interview, and scoring bonus
Application deadline November 7
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM
ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
PDF Versions of the Kindergarten Round Up Flier https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SPB_A4yG8DhWCMiBP7COUvfvxTRgAL-a?usp=sharing
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
Alpena Public Schools will hold a Job Fair for Instructional Assistants, Bus Drivers and Custodians on Wednesday, January 28th from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. at APS Central Office 2373 Gordon Road in the boardroom. We are hiring for full-time, part-time and substitute positions. Schedule an interview if you can’t attend by calling (989) 358-5030. Candidates can save time by completing an application in advance at alpenaschools.com under the employment button. For those looking for more flexible work options we have many substitute positions. We will hold interviews on the spot at this event with qualified candidates.
Shop Campus Closet
Check out the products at https://www.facebook.com/AlpenaCampusCloset/
or shop at the Online store https://alpenaschools.moduurn.com/home
Check out the products at https://www.facebook.com/AlpenaCampusCloset/
or shop at the Online store https://alpenaschools.moduurn.com/home
Join us Friday night for Wildcat Hall of Fame Inductions and Youth Night at the AHS Basketball Game vs Gaylord
Inductions will be done at half time of the varsity game
Varsity 7 PM
Junior Varsity 5:30 PM
Kids under 10 are free! First 100 kids 10 and under receive a coupon for a FREE Culver’s ice cream! Be sure to arrive in time to help form the “kid tunnel” for our Varsity team to run through and hear Ella White’s youth choir sing our National Anthem. Varsity halftime pays tribute to our Hall of Fame inductees! Come out and support all the community members participating!
For students in 10th grade or below that are interested in the Alpena Early College opportunity.
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
Schedule Reminder!
Thursday 1/15 and Friday 1/16
½ Day for Students End of Semester 1
Lincoln, Ella White, Besser 11:45 Half-day dismissal
Hinks, Sanborn, Wilson 12:06 Half-day dismissal
Thunder Bay Junior High 10:26 Half-day dismissal
Alpena High/ACES 10:36 Half-day dismissal
Thursday 1/15 and Friday 1/16
½ Day for Students End of Semester 1
Lincoln, Ella White, Besser 11:45 Half-day dismissal
Hinks, Sanborn, Wilson 12:06 Half-day dismissal
Thunder Bay Junior High 10:26 Half-day dismissal
Alpena High/ACES 10:36 Half-day dismissal
PDF Versions of the Kindergarten Round Up Flier https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SPB_A4yG8DhWCMiBP7COUvfvxTRgAL-a?usp=sharing
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
APS Board Workshop 1/12/26
All board meetings are streamed at youtube@alpenapublicschoolsmichigan
Streaming Link for 1/12/26
https://youtube.com/live/2bRSWa9xyhU?feature=share
All board meetings are streamed at youtube@alpenapublicschoolsmichigan
Streaming Link for 1/12/26
https://youtube.com/live/2bRSWa9xyhU?feature=share
We are happy to be a partner with University of Michigan- Dearborn on the MI Gear Up Program!
Our Gear Up coordinator is Jenny Taratuta taratutaj@alpenaschools.com or 989 358 5243.
The MI GEAR UP Program works with high schools throughout the state to offer students the academic skills, information and encouragement they need to not only graduate from high school, but to apply, attend and gain the skills necessary to earn a college or university degree.
MI GEAR UP prepares students for postsecondary success by offering a variety of services throughout the student’s educational career and progression in the program — from their 9th grade to their first year of college.
Our Gear Up coordinator is Jenny Taratuta taratutaj@alpenaschools.com or 989 358 5243.
The MI GEAR UP Program works with high schools throughout the state to offer students the academic skills, information and encouragement they need to not only graduate from high school, but to apply, attend and gain the skills necessary to earn a college or university degree.
MI GEAR UP prepares students for postsecondary success by offering a variety of services throughout the student’s educational career and progression in the program — from their 9th grade to their first year of college.
School Health Information and Resource Links
Find answers to your school health questions by clicking on the links 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 links 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/
PDF Versions of the Kindergarten Round Up Flier https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SPB_A4yG8DhWCMiBP7COUvfvxTRgAL-a?usp=sharing
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
Contact Ashley Scott (989) 358 5025 scottas@alpenaschools.com for more information questions
Required Documents for Registration:
Legal Birth Certificate - from Court House
Proof of Parent/Guardian Residency - driver’s license/utility bill/rent or mortgage receipt
Immunization record/proof of waiver from Health Dept.
Requirements to Attend Kindergarten:
Vision & Dental Screening completed after 3/1/26 - Free screening events take place at Central Office 4/10/26 (8:00-12:00) & 5/8/26 (2:00-6:00)
Must be 5 on or before 12/1/26; waiver is required if birthdate is after September 1.
Before holiday break, Hinks students designed festive holiday placemats for local seniors. Over break, a group of Hawks delivered them to Besser Senior Living to help spread some holiday cheer.
The students were escorted by the activities director, Lisa, and went door to door delivering the placemats, chatting with residents, and making meaningful connections. It was a truly special experience for both the students and the seniors. They also left a large stack of placemats for residents to enjoy during their holiday meals.
The students were escorted by the activities director, Lisa, and went door to door delivering the placemats, chatting with residents, and making meaningful connections. It was a truly special experience for both the students and the seniors. They also left a large stack of placemats for residents to enjoy during their holiday meals.
Alpena Early College Enrollment!
For students in 10th grade or below that are interested in the Alpena Early College opportunity
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college
or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
For students in 10th grade or below that are interested in the Alpena Early College opportunity
For more information visit https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/alpena-early-college
or contact Laurie Nugent nugentl@alpenaschools.com
February 5–February 20: Regular Application Period
Spring Informational Meeting February 5 at 7 PM ACC Granum Theatre
Application deadline February 20
March/April–Regular Application Review/Interviews
May/June–Acceptance Letters Mailed
Week of August 3-7 (tentative)–Required Student Orientation at ACC
Week of August 24 (tentative)–Classes Begin!
APS is closed Monday January 5th 2026 due to hazardous road conditions.
Senior Scholarship Session at AHS Senior Scholarship Session.pdf https://drive.google.com/file/d/1usHGdQ6h75iQSVqq2EnuozSEZiii0civ/view?usp=sharing
Virtual Financial Aid Presentations https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/students-families/virtual-financial-aid-presentations
https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
AdviseMI Advisors guide students through college exploration, test preparation, college applications, the FAFSA process, financial aid, and college enrollment to increase the number of students who enroll in and complete postsecondary education, including four-year degrees, two-year degrees, and certificates.
Contact Mrs. Schultz to schedule an appointment at 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com
Virtual Financial Aid Presentations https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/students-families/virtual-financial-aid-presentations
https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
AdviseMI Advisors guide students through college exploration, test preparation, college applications, the FAFSA process, financial aid, and college enrollment to increase the number of students who enroll in and complete postsecondary education, including four-year degrees, two-year degrees, and certificates.
Contact Mrs. Schultz to schedule an appointment at 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com
