"Once in a lifetime" was the experience for Alcona 3rd graders as they released their threatened lake sturgeon, Hunter, back into the Black river today. Students talked with MSU biologists and Sturgeon for Tomorrow volunteers while seeing the adult fish spawning in the river.
Here is the Athletic Week Ahead for 5/17/21:
Today’s senior spotlight is Keegan Payne! Congratulations, Keegan! We look forward to seeing what your future holds as an Alcona Alumni. #ACSClassof2021 #SeniorSpotlight #TigerPride #DecisionDay
Alcona High School surveyed students and found significant interest in starting a "gaming club" playing competitive Rocket League. The team would consist of 5-10 players and meet 2-3 days a week. The state-wide league has a fall and spring seasons. We are looking for an experienced gaming person to serve as a coach for the students.
Contact 989-736-6212 or oconnord@alconaschools with interest or questions.
Alcona Health Center will be offering COVID-19 vaccination to children 12 and older. If interested, please see the link below.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vc-qjSMrCllf8YizCcQBh0pVMIItn2dc/view?usp=sharing
Please see the link below regarding a new positive case of COVID-19 at Alcona Schools.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LvvhldzuyjijjVeAuhp4tOrPfHypkT1sC5EZuxlJefU/edit?usp=sharing
Today’s senior spotlight is Keedon Mills! Congratulations, Keedon! We look forward to seeing what your future holds as an Alcona Alumni. #ACSClassof2021 #SeniorSpotlight #TigerPride #DecisionDay
Reminder about SAT Testing: Juniors will be taking the SAT on Tuesday, May 18. Students should arrive on time to school! Online students may come into the school to test but are not required by the state.
ACS is looking for great people to provide support to students over the summer as part of the Michigan Education Corps Summer Corps. Please share to help us spread the word! Make sure to select ‘Alcona’ as the city to serve in! Applications close on May 17th. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/MECsummer20 Position description available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/18xUyPRdB0j9AB5iLlUqbKcwd3KBd1Wt7/view?usp=sharing
Varsity Boys and Girls both placed first in their track meet at Whittemore Prescott today. Many personal and seasonal records were set. Congratulations to all.
Thursday's Softball game has swapped from @ Rogers City to now @ AuGres at 5:00 PM.
The make up date with Rogers City will be 5/26 @ Rogers City at 4:00PM.
Baseball will remain in Rogers City as scheduled for 4:00 PM.
A reminder that tonight at 5:00p we will have a family informational meeting for our 3rd grade students regarding the MSTEP and Read by Grade 3 legislation. You can connect via virtual meeting or phone by using the following:
Virtual: meet.google.com/aay-scgp-eqw
Phone: 1-626-838-3113 PIN: 373 260 471#
Seniors!! Time for that final check in with Mrs. VK! Make an appt today. These should take between 15-30 minutes.
Oh what a matter of moments can do in the Mitten State! Spring time in Michigan means rain, shine, or even hail they give their all!
Still in need of a mask? The Alcona Tiger Den has you covered. Purchase 2 or more masks and get a 25% discount! Use the word "MASK" at checkout. https://alconatigerden.com/products/masks
Congratulations to Braxton, Garret, and Sara on being named students of the week! Students are nominated by school staff and selected based on their dedication and commitment to the eight traits of an Alcona graduate. #AlconaPride #TigerTuesday #StudentoftheWeek
Are you headed to Roger City Thursday for the baseball/softball game? Show who you’re there to root for with hour double-stitched car flags! https://alconatigerden.com/products/75x105whitecarflag
The registration for virtual Summer Space Camps run by Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum closes on May 14th. Summer camp is open to students in grades 3-11.
For more information and to register by the May 14th deadline please see the flyer at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15wdeMjacsrFKL3-Zx8ZOp91YD5s0OQ1f/view?usp=sharing
Today’s senior spotlight is Makala Mendyka! Congratulations, Makala! We look forward to seeing what your future holds as an Alcona Alumni. #ACSClassof2021 #SeniorSpotlight #TigerPride #DecisionDay
Alcona 2nd graders wrapped up their "Great Lakes Birds, Great Student Stewards" project at Harrisville State Park. They learned about migration, identified bird species, cleaned up the campground and removed 18lbs of invasive spotted knapweed. Thanks to our partners: MiDNR and the Northeastern Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (NEMIGLSI).
