A heartfelt thank you to @smileprograms, the mobile dental team, for visiting our middle and high school! This wonderful opportunity was made possible by Ms. Kim Carter, our middle/high school nurse. During the visit, 50 students received dental care, including exams, cleanings, x-rays, and simple restorative treatments. Of those, 37 students had no additional needs, 5 were referred for urgent dental care, 39 received fluoride treatments, 18 were given sealants, and 6 received restorative care (simple fillings), which represents an impressive 85% decrease in restorative needs since their first visit in May 2024.
We're excited to announce that the mobile dental team will return on May 9, 12, and 13, 2025—mark your calendars! If any individuals, businesses, or organizations are interested in helping cover costs for uninsured students during the May 2025 visit, please reach out to Ms. Kim Carter, ACS Middle/High School Nurse, at 989-736-8534 or via email at carterk@alconaschools.net. Your support is greatly appreciated!
🌟 Upcoming Training & Support Opportunities from Partners In Prevention! 🌟
Check out these events to support mental health and well-being in our community! These are not school sponsored events.
🧠 November 19-20 – ASIST Suicide First Aid Intervention Training
Learn critical skills to support someone in crisis and help save lives.
💙 December 12 – Mental Health First Aid Training
Become equipped to respond to mental health challenges and provide support when it's needed most.
❤️ December 9 - March 10 – Suicide Loss Support Group
A safe space for those affected by suicide loss to find comfort, connection, and healing.
🌸 2nd Wednesday of the Month – Suicide Loss Support Group
Join our ongoing support group in Rogers City to find solace and strength.
👉 For more info and to register, see the event flyers.
Don’t miss out on these life-changing opportunities to support mental health and make a difference. Share this with someone who could benefit! #MentalHealth #PartnersInPrevention #CommunityCare
Alcona Middle and High School students recently enjoyed a live stage show production of Painless: The Opioid Musical- sponsored locally by Up North Prevention. The assembly from the University of Michigan Drama department and Michigan OPEN (Opioid Prevention Engagement Network) focused on the opioid epidemic and addressed how opioids, especially synthetics- like fentanyl, have caused more than 80,000 deaths among youth and adults in the US*. Photo- Alcona students posing with the cast of Painless: The Opioid Musical. *According to 2023 CDC Data
Alcona E-Sports Ends Season With a Smash!
The Alcona Electric Tigers high school e-sports Super Smash team improved to 4-4 to end their regular season with a win over the Yale Junior Bulldogs 6-1. The dominant performance may allow the Electric Tigers to find a seed in the playoffs, but with a .500 record, their hopes for the post season are on the bubble. The team is Nikolai Williamson, Marcus Prater, and team captain, Eric Cann. The team had fun this season working together to build their skills, and are looking forward to playing in the winter season.
The Alcona Middle School Kart Crashers are continuing to find success in their Mario Kart practice season with a scrimmage win over the Summerset Area Golden Eagles 2-0. The Kart Crashers are 2-4 during their practice season and are looking forward to competing in the first Play VS middle school season after the holiday break in January. Playing for the middle school team are: Charlie Woodbury, Aiden Schober, Chazz Barton, Damien Colosky, and Jayden Raley.
If you are interested in competing at the high school or middle school level in Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, or Rocket League, please contact Mr. Thomas or Mr. Brunger at Alcona Schools.
High School Girls Basketball starts Monday! AND make sure to take the opportunity to come watch out Middle School Boys Basketball Team at home this week! #GoTigers!
Just a few days left to save your spot for our Thanksgiving-Family Literacy Night! Deadline to RSVP is Monday, Nov. 18th.
Join our amazing school community! We have multiple positions available, and we’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to make a difference in students’ lives. Whether you’re excited about teaching or supporting students, there’s a place for you here! Visit alconaschools.net and select job opportunities. We are also in need of substitutes for all positions, including teachers, paraprofessionals, and food service staff. Apply to become a substitute at: ess.com/apply
Reminder: Tomorrow, November 14 is a half day and November 15 there is no school for Safety Day. We can't wait to see you at PTC tonight and tomorrow!
Reminder: Youth Wrestling for students in grades KG-8th is open. Sign-up at: https://forms.gle/V2ZrLdzgZuNx7UEM7
We are proud to have the Alcona High School Band participate in the county’s Veterans Day celebration again this year, playing in tribute to all those who have served. Thank you, Veterans, for your bravery and dedication to protecting our freedom. 🎶#AlconaSchools #Band #VeteransDay #ThankYou
Seniors considering going to college, tech school, or trade school:
The FAFSA is the online form to fill out to see what federal and state aid a student qualifies for. You can do this form anywhere you have access to the internet. There will be a FAFSA night on Tuesday Dec 17th at 6p in the HS cafeteria to give access to the internet for those who need it. Both a parent and the student will need to create an FSA ID at least 3 days prior to filling out the FAFSA. It is your electronic signature. There is more information about Financial Aid and the FAFSA on the Alcona college and career page that will walk you through the process.
Anyone interested in joining the SWIM TEAM?
We Co-op with Oscoda and Tawas!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkwb4qYTX4By8iOWeQTi0RoHZBanBm0koVjF6gOe77oLUXWg/viewform?usp=sharing
Reminder: Picture re-takes are November 18th
Reminder: Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Wednesday and Thursday!
Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor all who served.
To our veterans and their families, thank you for your dedication, courage, and sacrifice. We are deeply grateful for the freedoms you have protected and the example you set.
#alconaschools #veteransday #honoringourheroes #thankyouveterans
We hope to see you there!
We can't wait to see everyone tonight at 7pm for our varsity football teams playoff game 2! Tickets must be purchased online at: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI4014
Seniors: the November Senior Checklist was sent out yesterday afternoon. Make sure you take the time to go through it. See me if you have any questions!
Friday, 11/8 Varsity Football vs Inland Lakes @7pm
Live Stream
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/alcona-community-high-school-lincoln-mi
Go Fan Link for Tickets
https://gofan.co/event/2142460?schoolId=MI4014
Did you know the month of October was farm to school month? Here at Alcona Community Schools we provide fresh ingredients for the students to try right from our school gardens! This year the elementary school has grown 563 pounds of fresh produce for the students; from tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans to summer and winter squash. All of the produce is grown, harvested, and consumed by our elementary students. The produce is used during lunch for tastings and cooked into their meals. #alconaschools #foodcorps
