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, if you have not already finished it. 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
The district continues to receive guidance from the state in regards to athletics. Effective immediately, all athletes must wear masks at all times during indoor and outdoor athletics at all times. Coaches discussed this new requirement today with athletes.
District Health Department #2 will have a vaccination clinic on Friday, September 11. If you are interested in making an appointment, call 989-724-6757 ext. 1600 to make an appointment.
High School Students: Do you still have a math book from last year? Please return it to the school as soon as possible so you don't get charged!
Middle School football practice will begin at 3:00 pm and end at 5:30 pm on September 8th. Make sure to have your physical/health questionnaire with you. Any questions email somersj@alconaschools.net
Students: Be sure to check your StudentVUE account to make sure your schedule hasn't changed! Changes will also appear on Brightspace!
High School Students: Do you still have a math book from last year? Please return it to the school as soon as possible so you don't get charged!
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.
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.
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
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.