Alpena High School Auditorium 6-7 PM on Thursday November 6th 2025
This event is intended for juniors, seniors and their parents, and may be particularly valuable for first generation college going students. All who are interested are welcome to attend. AHS Counselor Robyn Miller will discuss options to help families pay for higher education and how to choose a college that is a good match for your student. "Scholarships give our families’ access to education and training that can lead to quality careers for students, without the burden of future repayment", said Miller, “Finding the right institution and environment to learn at is also very important for a successful post-secondary experience.” This event will last about 45 minutes to an hour.
This event is intended for juniors, seniors and their parents, and may be particularly valuable for first generation college going students. All who are interested are welcome to attend. AHS Counselor Robyn Miller will discuss options to help families pay for higher education and how to choose a college that is a good match for your student. "Scholarships give our families’ access to education and training that can lead to quality careers for students, without the burden of future repayment", said Miller, “Finding the right institution and environment to learn at is also very important for a successful post-secondary experience.” This event will last about 45 minutes to an hour.

Alpena High School Health Center Consent Form
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqW7kLS_ujvjt5XSvAnkvSMf9HWxo3t-/view?usp=sharing
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqW7kLS_ujvjt5XSvAnkvSMf9HWxo3t-/view?usp=sharing

For Ticketing, All Sports Pass, Schedules
visit https://gofan.co/app/school/MI4025
For information on sports at Alpena Public Schools
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
visit https://gofan.co/app/school/MI4025
For information on sports at Alpena Public Schools
https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics

Michigan Assured Admission Pact (MAAP) Through this program, 10 of Michigan’s public universities are guaranteeing admission to all Michigan high school graduates who earned a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above (4.0 scale).
https://maap.org/
https://maap.org/

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?

Alpena High School Auditorium 6-7 PM on Thursday November 6th 2025
This event is intended for juniors, seniors and their parents, and may be particularly valuable for first generation college going students. All who are interested are welcome to attend. AHS Counselor Robyn Miller will discuss options to help families pay for higher education and how to choose a college that is a good match for your student. "Scholarships give our families’ access to education and training that can lead to quality careers for students, without the burden of future repayment", said Miller, “Finding the right institution and environment to learn at is also very important for a successful post-secondary experience.” This event will last about 45 minutes to an hour.
This event is intended for juniors, seniors and their parents, and may be particularly valuable for first generation college going students. All who are interested are welcome to attend. AHS Counselor Robyn Miller will discuss options to help families pay for higher education and how to choose a college that is a good match for your student. "Scholarships give our families’ access to education and training that can lead to quality careers for students, without the burden of future repayment", said Miller, “Finding the right institution and environment to learn at is also very important for a successful post-secondary experience.” This event will last about 45 minutes to an hour.

There's serious money on the line
Filing a FAFSA is the single most important thing you can do to get money for college. It's the gateway to more than $150 billion in college grants, work-study funds, and federal student loans, as well as certain state-based aid.
https://studentaid.gov/
Contact Mrs. Schultz if you need assistance completing the FAFSA in order to get money to pay for education and training after high school 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com
Filing a FAFSA is the single most important thing you can do to get money for college. It's the gateway to more than $150 billion in college grants, work-study funds, and federal student loans, as well as certain state-based aid.
https://studentaid.gov/
Contact Mrs. Schultz if you need assistance completing the FAFSA in order to get money to pay for education and training after high school 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com

APS Athletics is returning to Final Forms which allows you to complete and sign athletic participation forms for your students. You may review your data at any time to verify it is current. You will be required to sign your forms once per year and after any update. Click on the Parent Playbook Link if you need help getting started. We are asking the parents/guardians of all students planning to play sports to create accounts in Final Forms and register your student(s).https://alpena-mi.finalforms.com/
PDF Final Forms Instructions
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFrxMge7PezNkCNj9-TM6u3m8Iu89SBR/view?usp=sharing
You can access these links as well as facility use forms at Wildcat Athletics page on https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
PDF Final Forms Instructions
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFrxMge7PezNkCNj9-TM6u3m8Iu89SBR/view?usp=sharing
You can access these links as well as facility use forms at Wildcat Athletics page on https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics

Supporting Teens in Building a Life Free From Substance Abuse
PDF Version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MKMILmzVicoJnVlyK_BNHntpwgOeuga9/view?usp=sharing
PDF Version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MKMILmzVicoJnVlyK_BNHntpwgOeuga9/view?usp=sharing

Baker College Admissions Rep visit December 9th
PDF version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1un2DtPyj1zEtWIFNCaLEd0_A8qXkS-au/view?usp=sharing
FAFSA Workshop December 2nd
PDF version https://drive.google.com/file/d/11DvDwJZXMzJx1SnnzCZU2sbRGx4OWd2f/view?usp=sharing
PDF version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1un2DtPyj1zEtWIFNCaLEd0_A8qXkS-au/view?usp=sharing
FAFSA Workshop December 2nd
PDF version https://drive.google.com/file/d/11DvDwJZXMzJx1SnnzCZU2sbRGx4OWd2f/view?usp=sharing


AHS Campus Closet is OPEN during Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences 3-6 PM 10/30/25

When a school bus comes to a stop and activates its red flashing lights, drivers traveling in both directions are required to come to a complete stop at least 20 feet away from the school bus. Drivers must remain stopped until the school bus resumes moving down the road or turns off its red flashing lights. Drivers who violate this section are guilty of a civil infraction and face fines between $100 and $500, and up to 100 hours of community service.

October is Michigan College Month Application Fee Waivers
PDF Version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q-xtpZX91zts17AOrIUHJAtGAVjt_0IU/view?usp=sharing
PDF Version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q-xtpZX91zts17AOrIUHJAtGAVjt_0IU/view?usp=sharing

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
Contact Mrs. Schultz to schedule an appointment at 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com

Be aware. Listen, look, pay attention to the people, and places around you.
Go with your gut. If you feel uncomfortable about something you have seen or heard, talk to an adult to help you sort out the facts of the situation.
Report. There is a difference between reporting and tattling or gossiping. By providing information either directly or confidentially, you may be able to prevent harm to others.
Know what to REPORT.
who, or what you saw
when you saw it
where it occurred
why it's suspicious
https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say/encourage/see-something-say-something-do-something
Go with your gut. If you feel uncomfortable about something you have seen or heard, talk to an adult to help you sort out the facts of the situation.
Report. There is a difference between reporting and tattling or gossiping. By providing information either directly or confidentially, you may be able to prevent harm to others.
Know what to REPORT.
who, or what you saw
when you saw it
where it occurred
why it's suspicious
https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say/encourage/see-something-say-something-do-something

Alpena High School Health Center Treatment Consent Form
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqW7kLS_ujvjt5XSvAnkvSMf9HWxo3t-/view?usp=sharing
PDF version of the flier
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqW7kLS_ujvjt5XSvAnkvSMf9HWxo3t-/view?usp=sharing

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.
ACC Student Nurses Association Halloween 5k
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QI1Z1sG9RpXi8k2MXHa6SQhtgTRI-FOP/view?usp=sharing
PDF Version of the flier https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QI1Z1sG9RpXi8k2MXHa6SQhtgTRI-FOP/view?usp=sharing

There's serious money on the line
Filing a FAFSA is the single most important thing you can do to get money for college. It's the gateway to more than $150 billion in college grants, work-study funds, and federal student loans, as well as certain state-based aid.
https://studentaid.gov/
Contact Mrs. Schultz if you need assistance completing the FAFSA in order to get money to pay for education and training after high school 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com
Filing a FAFSA is the single most important thing you can do to get money for college. It's the gateway to more than $150 billion in college grants, work-study funds, and federal student loans, as well as certain state-based aid.
https://studentaid.gov/
Contact Mrs. Schultz if you need assistance completing the FAFSA in order to get money to pay for education and training after high school 989 358 5319 or schultzc@alpenaschools.com

APS Athletics is returning to Final Forms which allows you to complete and sign athletic participation forms for your students. You may review your data at any time to verify it is current. You will be required to sign your forms once per year and after any update. Click on the Parent Playbook Link if you need help getting started. We are asking the parents/guardians of all students planning to play sports to create accounts in Final Forms and register your student(s).https://alpena-mi.finalforms.com/
PDF Final Forms Instructions
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFrxMge7PezNkCNj9-TM6u3m8Iu89SBR/view?usp=sharing
You can access these links as well as facility use forms at Wildcat Athletics page on https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics
PDF Final Forms Instructions
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFrxMge7PezNkCNj9-TM6u3m8Iu89SBR/view?usp=sharing
You can access these links as well as facility use forms at Wildcat Athletics page on https://www.alpenaschools.com/o/aps/page/wildcat-athletics

