The Current
Anacortes High School's guide to monthly events.
Anacortes High School
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
Phone: (360) 503-1300
Fax: (360) 503-1301
Principal: Kecia Fox
Assistant Principal and Athletic Director: Erik Titus
Dean of Students: Mike Baribault
Principal’s Message - November 2020
Greetings Seahawk Families,
As I write to you, our ASB student leaders are organizing a week of fall festivities for students. Their partnership and commitment contribute to a thriving, positive, and inclusive school culture. We have many active clubs and athletics as well. One of our goals is supporting overall student well being, which is especially important during remote learning. We are cautious and diligent in following all health and safety guidelines.
We are now finishing the first quarter of the school year. Please check Schoology and/or Family Access to view students’ grades. If your child is struggling academically, you can reach out to their teachers for support. School counselors are also available for academic, college and career advising, as well as solution focused problem solving around personal struggles and challenges.
As a reminder to families and students in the AHS Hybrid program, the school day begins at 8:00 and ends at 3:00 Monday - Friday. Our schedule has time built in for synchronous and asynchronous learning. Teachers are available for additional student support each morning at 7:30, as well as Tuesday and Friday afternoons and Wednesdays. Time management is an important life skill and one that young adults often need coaching on. We are here to help and encourage students to make good use of their school day and time for additional teacher support.
Take care of yourselves and others.
Kecia Fox
AHS Principal
360-503-1303
Veterans Day is November 11, 2020
Did you know: It was originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I. On June 1, 1954, at the urging of veterans service organizations, Congress amended the commemoration by changing the word “armistice” to “veterans” so the day would honor American veterans of all wars.
Social Emotional Learning at AHS
This year at AHS we are continuing the Character Strong program. Our Character, like any other muscle in our body, can get stronger with intentional, consistent practice. Our goal is to help students forge meaningful relationships, build positive community, focus on social-emotional learning, and develop character.
At school, students and teachers have Character Dares. If you want to try this at home, we have Family Character Dares intended to support positive family communication, acts of kindness, recreation and rest, and expressions of love. Here is this month’s Family Dare:
Free Internet is Available Through Anacortes School District
Mark Your Calendars
November 11: Veterans Day (no school)
November 23, 24, & 25: Early release. Click here for the schedule.
November 26 & 27: Thanksgiving Break (no school)
ASB Officers
President: Allie Perez
Vice President: Jessica Augustoni
Business Manager: Teja Rasmussen
Secretary: Amy Aggergaard
Advisor: Erik Titus/Spencer Andrich
Congratulations to November Students of the Month
Math: Aleena Aipperspach
Science: Jillian Levine
English: Samantha Dziminowicz
Social Studies: Harleigh Lehmann
Fine Arts: Henry Ermi
CTE: Ethan Harris
PE: Serena Beckwith for Cardio Core and Michael Hanrahan for Sports/Conditioning.
World Languages: Olivia Turnage
Most Improved: Rebecca Robertson
AVID: Caleb Nelson
Attendance: Cooper Barton
Attitude: Catherine Gallardo
Academics: Brendan Hodgson and Shantaya Akers
Most Improved Grades: Izayiah Powell and Rosario Bonilla
Jostens is Your Official Graduation Supplier
ATTENTION SENIORS AND PARENTS:
It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you will need to be prepared for the Ceremony and Celebrate this wonderful accomplishment. Jostens is our High School’s official graduation supplier.
SAVE $20.00 ON YOUR REQUIRED CAP AND GOWN
Required Cap and Gown only $49.00
Lowest price
FREE CAP AND GOWN
Order your Graduation Ring or Custom Jewelry before or during Senior Week and receive a Promo Code for Credit on your Cap, Gown, and Tassel
Discounts on orders have been extended through November 21, 2020.
Click here to register with Jostens.
GSA Meets Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00
Upcoming GSA meeting time and dates:
Meetings will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 on 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, and 12/16. All are welcome. Please email Ms. Pullen at jpullen@asd103.org for the Zoom link.
Counselor's Corner
Check out the link to the Counseling Center, where you will be provided a comprehensive and engaging school counseling curriculum that encourages active participation in social-emotional, academic, and career development. Meet your counselor and access great resources!
To all parents: please remember to keep the school updated on all demographic changes such as addresses, physicians, name changes, and any legal issues. Please contact registrar Carol Kirkpatrick at ckirkpatrick@asd103.org to initiate a change.
Alpha breakdown of Counselor Assignments:
Joyce Binschus (formerly Wells), jwells@asd103.org A-G
Maggie Lahey, mlahey@asd103.org H-PA
Ashlee Poggie, apoggie@asd103.org PE-Z
The Counseling Office hours are from 7:30-4:00. Please email your counselor with any questions.
Counseling Center Announcements - November of 2020
We know academic workloads, balancing responsibilities, being home and learning remotely, maintaining a job, and all the aspects of our lives in this chapter we find ourselves in as a community, nation, and world can feel stressful. Finding a way to manage stress, feeling overwhelmed, and develop a healthy balance is vital. Making time for self-care and to practice self-management strategies is crucial. We want to share a few resources to help you strengthen your own coping mechanisms and response to challenging times:
Seniors: If you are planning to attend a 2-Year College/Tech School or 4-Year College you should submit your FAFSA and other required financial aid applications as soon as possible. You may complete the FAFSA now online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. If you have signed up and are eligible for the College Bound Scholarship, the FAFSA is required to access scholarship funds. Reach out to The Counseling team and Mrs. Woodards, our Assessment and Special Projects Coordinator, if you have any questions regarding the FAFSA process. Don’t wait until the last minute, start the process ASAP!
Seniors: All Seniors planning to attend a 2-Year College/Tech School or 4-Year College are strongly encouraged to check out the Anacortes High School Counseling Center website for up-to-date scholarship information. Take advantage of these resources to help you with your college/career plans after high school graduation
Seniors:Reminder to be checking the daily bulletin for weekly college virtual visits. There is an upcoming essay workshop and much more! Some colleges also may need you to pre-register for the virtual session.
College Visits for the Month of November
November 4, 2020
Zoom meeting is from 12:40 to 1:10.
November 4, 2020
Zoom meeting is from 12:00 to 1:10.
November 4, 2020
Zoom meeting is from 12:00 to 1:10. You will need to pre-register for this event.
PLU is Hosting Students of Color Online
This session is open to anyone who is nervous about applying or going to college, who wants to think about how to navigate this process with others, or who just wants to think about or envision being a college student.
REGISTER for one day, one session or more:
https://www.plu.edu/admission/important-dates/soco/
Thursday November 12th - OWN YOUR COLLEGE SEARCH - 3:30pm PST
- Senior Year Timeline/Milestones
- Haik - Who are you?
- Social Identities & Your College Essay
- Student Panel - Advice from current first-year college students
Friday, November 13th - ACADEMIC EXPLORATION - 3:30pm PST
- Mock Lecture on Zombies!?! What's a college class like?
- Bringing your identities to a college classroom and campus
- Student Panel - Being a student of color in a predominantly white classroom
Saturday, November 14th - ENGAGE WITH STUDENT LIFE - 10:30am PST
- Dive into the dCenter (Diversity Center)
- Living with different cultures
- Speed Friending
- Student Panel - Finding your people
Meet some of the facilitators here: https://www.plu.edu/wordsmeanthings/
November 18, 2020
Zoom meeting is from 12:00 to 1:10.
November 18, 2020
This webinar will dive deeper into the College Admission Essay. We will cover how to pick a topic, how to sound authentic and engaging, and how to engage a reader, while at the same time staying within the word count! Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started and hopefully you will leave this webinar with some ideas.
253 PLU Bound Full Tuition Scholarship
SAT or ACT Testing
Most four year colleges require applicants to submit scores from either the SAT of the ACT. Four year college-bound students are encouraged to take it more than once. This will give students a chance to use the higher of the test scores. Colleges in WA State will accept either the SAT or the ACT.
For out-of-state schools, please check the Admissions page for the college(s) you are interested in attending to verify their admissions test requirements.
SAT registration and dates can be found at
http://sat.collegeboard.com/register/sat-dates
ACT registration and dates can be found at
http://www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html
We are working to reschedule tests that were cancelled due to COVID. More information will follow once we have updated testing plans.
Important PTSA Updates for November of 2020
AHS PTSA MEMEBERSHIP
It's never too late to help support our students and staff by joining the AHS PTSA.
Our mission is to help families, students, and schools succeed through better communication and support programs.
The AHS PTSA is known for: working with the school to provide student programs and assemblies, sponsor the Reflection Art Program, provide funds for AHS Link Crew t-shirts, provide annual financial grants to graduating Seniors, teacher grants to enrich instruction, hospitality to students and staff, along with creating and maintaining a positive relations with teachers and staff.
Also knowing that becoming a AHS PTSA Member DOES NOT sign you up for any volunteering; it is just an easy way to show your support.
JOIN TODAY!
Click on the link for order forms for merchandise, poinsettias, leis, flower baskets, and to sign up for the PTSA.
PTSA Annual Poinsettia Sale Ends November 2, 2020
The annual AHS Poinsettia Sale is on NOW! Please click here to access the order form.
PTSA Officers for 2020-21
Vice President: Autumn Atterberry; Auttiemoore@hotmail.com
Secretary: Angie Hamblen; Hamblenangie@yahoo.com
Treasurer: Jason Waldrop; jjwaldrop@gmail.com
Amazon Smile Earns Money for AHS PTSA
On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), you are prompted to select a charitable organization from our list of eligible organizations. You can change your selection at any time.
From your desktop, go to Your Account from the navigation at the top of any page, and then select the option to Change your Charity. Or, from your mobile browser, select Change your Charity from the options at the bottom of the page.
Reminder About the Pre-Arranged Absence Form
AHS Athletics
Click the links for the most updated information on start dates, activities/athletic code of conduct, attendance, and SABA.
Please note: All post-season matches require payment for admission, regardless of whether a student has an ASB card.
The Rhododendron: Purchasing and Senior Photo/Ad Deadlines
Senior Portrait submissions after October 30 will be charged a $20 late fee and no portraits will be accepted after Nov. 13th.
The Senior Ad deadline is Nov 30th.
Click here for additional information and to buy your yearbook for the 2020-21 school year!
Please remember to purchase your copy of The Rhododendron at the ASB/Athletics window from Mrs. South or online.
The Seahawk Journal
The Rock
AHS Broadcast Club will broadcast segments on current events. Here's the link. Students and parents can subscribe to the YouTube channel and get updates on live events.
SmugMug Photos
Make Sure You Read The Student Handbook
Title IX Compliance Notice
Nondiscrimination: The Anacortes School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Shannon Gilbert, Section 504/ ADA Coordinator, (360) 503-1433, sgilbert@asd103.org
Connie Sheridan, Civil Rights, RCW, Title IX Coordinator, (360) 503-1221, csheridan@asd103.org
Written complaints to: 2200 M Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221