Video overview of the SEL program for the middle and high school: https://youtu.be/PsNuyHsNbQk
Attention all Middle School students interested in playing football. The season is ON and practice will begin on Tuesday September 8th. Time to be advised by Monday. Plan on being there with or without a physical, however you will need to get a physical or fill out the health questionnaire ASAP. Questions please email somersj@alconaschools.net
Attention Families: Do you have a student working from home or outside of school this fall? If so, please take 1 minute to complete our meal “Grab & Go” survey for K-12 virtual and 9-12 remote learners. This survey will help ensure we have enough resources and can continue to offer free breakfast and lunch for all our students. Survey Link: bit.ly/3h2A56l
High school students taking classes with Alcona teachers should plan on meeting with each of their teachers during their designated class periods on the first day of school, Tuesday, Sept. 8. Teachers will send Google Meet links via email or Brightspace. Check your email for more information including how to log into Brightspace and a daily schedule.
Did you miss Open House this year? Don't worry, we have you covered! Here is a virtual Open House and Welcome Back video from all of us here at Alcona Middle and High School! We can't wait to see you! bit.ly/2ZaaJxn
If you are a high school or middle school student taking online classes through Edgenuity, please check your email for an email from Edgenuity. This email will give you all of the information you will need to login and get started on your classes. The courses will open on September 8.
The cross country team had their first meet of the season today at Ogemaw Heights High School. They did very well as Sara Decker, Karen Sharboneau and Carter Upper received medals. Their next meet will be held Wednesday in Standish. Good luck Tigers!
With the news of football being reinstated, there will be an equipment pick up time tomorrow, Friday September 4th from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Please make plans to get this done if possible.
NOTICE: Tonight's online orientation for students using Edgenuity this fall has been cancelled. Students will receive an email from a virtual mentor on the first day of school with information about Edgenuity and an Online Learning Contract. Students may have already received an email from Edgenuity. All courses will begin on Sept. 8.
REMINDER: Are you still unsure about what the Social/Emotional Class will look like for your middle or high school student? Join Mrs. Thomas for an overview of the programs that will be used (EduGuide and Move This World) and a chance to ask questions. Join by going to https://meet.google.com/rbd-zpvy-nzk or call in using the number 240-624-0532 PIN: 286 213 430 tonight from 6-7.
REMINDER: There is student materials pick up today for those students who will be online to start the year. Materials can be picked up at the building where the child would attend between 12-6 today. Please remain in your car. To help the process move along, please place a sign with the student's name(s) in the passenger window or on the passenger side dashboard.
BAND/CHOIR: Please drop off all books (except Sound Innovations), music, marching band equipment, and broken instruments today at the school from 12-6 if you can! New materials for band/choir will be distributed later.
REMINDER: There will be a student materials pick up for those students who will be online to start the year. Materials can be picked up at the building where the child would attend between 12-6 on Wednesday, September 2. Please remain in your car. To help the process move along, please place a sign with the student's name(s) in the passenger window or on the passenger side dashboard.
Are you still unsure about what the Social/Emotional Class will look like for your middle or high school student? Join Mrs. Thomas for an overview of the programs that will be used (EduGuide and Move This World) and a chance to ask questions. Join by going to https://meet.google.com/rbd-zpvy-nzk on Wednesday, September 2 from 6-7.
ACC Dual Enrollment classes are beginning this week! If you haven't picked up your books yet, you can stop by the office between 8-3 M-F. If you are coming into the school to attend a class, please use the following link to complete a health screener: https://bit.ly/2O9fYat Please have the screener up on your phone when you come to the door. We will take you temperature upon entry. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Thomas at thomasc@alconaschools.net **Included corrected link**
Alcona 8th Grade Supply List
Did you know that if you are a high school student with online classes, you can come into the school to work? Workstations will be set up in the auditorium for students who need a quiet place to work, access wifi, and get breakfast and lunch. If you are planning on coming in to work, please complete this short survey to help us plan: https://forms.gle/M8mbYmdsfQVRdvGMA
Dual Enrollment and CTE students: Please check your school email for important information about these programs. ACC classes will begin the week of the 31st. CTE classes will begin on September 8. If you have any questions, please call the office at 736-8534 or email Mrs. Thomas.
Are you a 6th or 7th grade Alcona young lady who may be interested in participating in basketball!! We are in need of a few more girls for our 7th grade team. Please contact Liz Goddard or Rachel Somers and get some details. Better yet come and see us tonight from 5:30-7 pm at the Harrisville courts and let us answer all your questions and concerns. I promise it will be a lot of fun!
A virtual orientation will be held on Thursday, September 3 from 6-7 pm for all 6th through 12th grade families with students who will be taking online classes through Edgenuity this fall. To join the meeting, go to https://meet.google.com/wny-uwtr-xnc or call 1-563-447-1876 and enter PIN: 830 710 312#. If you are unable to attend, a copy of the orientation will be sent to your child's school email. If you have any questions, please contact the middle/high school office at 736-8534 or email Mrs. Thomas at thomasc@alconaschools.net.