Apache Junction High School News
April 13, 2024
Weekly News from Principal Ginn
Prospectors,
As part of our commitment to fostering strong relationships between our school, parents, and the wider community, we cordially invite you to a special Meet and Greet event to welcome our new Athletic Director and CTE (Career and Technical Education) Director to Apache Junction High School.
This event will provide an excellent opportunity to meet our new leaders and learn more about their vision for enhancing our athletic programs and CTE offerings. It's also a chance for them to get to know you and hear your valuable insights and ideas.
Here are the details for the Meet and Greet:
Date: Tuesday, April 16
Time: 6 pm- 7 pm
Location: Performing Arts Center
Your presence and support are invaluable as we embark on this exciting new chapter at AJHS. Together, we can ensure our school's programs' continued success and growth.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Principal Ginn
Eclipse Viewing
Apache Junction High School students enjoyed viewing the eclipse together last week. It was a special day for the Prospectors, and we love that they will have an excellent memory of the eclipse from high school!
Parent Survey and Opt Out for Student Survey
Parents,
We would like your help with two essential things that are a part of our accreditation process. First, we would appreciate your help with feedback about our school's Climate and Culture. Your input will give us vital feedback to improve our climate and culture and sustain what we are doing well.
Next, please review the student survey questions to be sure you are ok with your student taking the student version. Please feel free to take a look at the student questions here. Students will be given the survey on April 17th. If you do not feel comfortable, please opt your student out of the survey here: https://forms.gle/He6VJKe6HiEoQvon7.
I appreciate your help in making AJHS an even better place to learn!
AJHS Administration
News from the Counselors Office
Save the Date: 2024 Academic Awards Night
Please mark your calendars for this exciting event honoring some of our incredible AJHS students. This event will be held on Monday, May 6th at 6:30. Students being recognized will receive an invitation within the next few weeks.
Be Kind Treasure Chest
Beginning on Monday, April 9th, the AJHS leadership team will be handing gold coins to students ‘caught’ doing random acts of kindness. Students will turn the coins in to select goodies from our treasure chest.
Applications Open for the 2024-2025 Governor’s Youth Commission
The Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith, and Family (GOYFF) is looking for students to serve on the Governor’s Youth Commission for the 2024-2025 academic year. To get more information or apply, please visit the following link. Governor's Youth Commission
The Deadline to apply is May 31, 2024 at 5:00 PM (MST).
Graduation
Graduation will be on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:00pm. The gates will open at 6:00pm.
Tickets are not required. Please invite all family and friends!
Proof of Submission-FAFSA Application
Please forward confirmation of your students completed application or take a screenshot showing completion to christine.harrell@goaj.org or terra.seymour@goaj.org
Any student who shows completion will receive a ‘thank you reward’.
FAFSA Application and Setting up a FSA ID Instructions
We are encouraging all seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This gives all students access to federal aid to help pay for college or trade school. Please follow the steps below to complete your application:
Step 1: Create a FSA ID
The directions on setting up a FSA ID are found below. In most cases, both the student and parent(s) will need to create a FSA ID. It usually takes 2-3 days for the FSA ID to be set up
Access this website to create your FSA ID: Create FSA ID
If you need assistance setting up your FSA ID watch the videos below:
Video: Creating FSA ID
Video: Creating FSA ID without Social Security Number
Step 2: Completing the FAFSA Application
Once you are ready to complete the FAFSA Application follow the steps below:
The application can be accessed at: FAFSA Application
If you need assistance with completing the application watch the video below:
Video: Step-by-Step Instructions on Completing the FAFSA
Step 3: Proof of Submission
Forward confirmation of your completed application or take a screenshot showing
completion to christine.harrell@goaj.org or terra.seymour@goaj.org
Any student who shows completion will receive a ‘thank you reward’.
Field Trip to CAC for Admitted Seniors to Complete ‘Onboarding Activities’
Tuesday, April 16th: Any senior who has been admitted and plans on attending CAC after graduation can register to attend the CAC Rally Day Event. This will be a fun and exciting time for future Vaqueros to familiarize themselves with the CAC Superstition Mountain Campus. Students will take a tour, get their official school ID, and complete all ‘onboarding’ activities for CAC. The event will run from 8:00am-10:45am. Registration is required. Please encourage your student to attend. Permission slips can be picked up from the front office.
Experience Life at CAC
August 4th-8th: If your child wants to experience a week living in the CAC residence halls, and learning about college life for free, then this is the program for them!
There will be lots of fun, they will meet new friends, participate in activities and workshops, and eat in our student cafeteria. To sign up or get additional information:
Phone: 520-494-5007
Website: centralaz.edu/summer-bridge
Senior Cap and Gowns
Seniors! If you still need to pick up your cap and gown, you can pick it up from Mrs. Kent at the student services desk after 11 am each day.
Dress Code Reminders
We must stay mindful of our student dress code as the weather heats up. Student tops should have straps and cover the stomach. No tube tops or strapless tops are permitted. Students violating the dress code can call home for a change of clothes or borrow a shirt from the nurse for the day. Thank you for your help!
Congratulations, Yearbook Students!
Recently, AJHS yearbook students traveled to Kansas City for the National High School Journalism Convention!
Here's some of the accolades and highlights of the trip!
Mr. Davis and his yearbook staff students got the opportunity to tour Walsworth yearbook publishing plant in Marceline, Mo. and see yearbooks being printed.
AJHS was a finalist for the Innovation Pacemaker, which honors schools that are doing new and exciting things in student journalism!
AJHS senior Tiffany Hutcheson was recognized as Arizona's Journalist of the Year!
Four of the seven students who competed in the National Student Media Contest earned an Honorable Mention!
Congratulations to Mr. Davis and all of our outstanding AJHS Yearbook students for their accomplishments!
Student Council Elections
Hey Prospectors! Are you interested in being in Student Council next year? Do you have the spirit and Prospector Pride to make AJHS better?! If you answered yes, you are in luck!!
StuCo Elections are coming soon! If you want to be part of the coolest class on campus, pick up an election packet from Coach Mckee in the StuCo room or North Gym between Wednesday, April 3rd, and Friday, April 12th!! You will have almost two weeks to get your signatures and turn in your paperwork. Election packets will be due April 16th. Campaign week is Monday 4/22-Thursday 4/25, and the voting will take place on Friday, April 26th!
You can run for an Executive Board position such as Student Body President (must already be in Student Council for at least two years), Student Body Vice President (must already be in Student Council for at least one year), Student Body Secretary, and Student Body Treasurer.
You can also run for class officer positions such as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or Senator!
Any questions see Coach McKee!!
AJHS PTO would love your help with the following donations!
Gift cards for teacher appreciation
We are collecting gift cards for our teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week in May! We hope to collect 55 gift cards so each teacher receives a special treat that week. Please help us reach our goal!
Coupons and treats from local business
We would love coupons or treats from local businesses to treat our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. This is a great way to advertise and give back to the community!
Items can be dropped off at the AJHS front office!
Time to Re-enroll for 24/25!
Thank you for your help!
Important Dates to Remember
April 16- AD and CTE Director Meet and Greet
April 19- Stuco Movie Night
April 25 - 26 Spongebob the Musical, 7 PM PAC
May 6- Academic Award Night, 6:30 pm
May 9- Last Civics Test of the year
May 9- Band Concert, 6 pm PAC
May 16- Choir Concert, 6 pm PAC
May 23- Last day of the school year
May 23- Commencement, 7 pm
Now Hiring!
Apache Junction High School is now hiring! Take your chance to join our growing campus! We are now filling the following positions:
- Substitute Teacher
- Special Education Math Teacher
- Special Education ELA Teacher
If you would like more information or to apply, you can click here.
Now hiring for 24/25!
We are now accepting teaching applications for the 24/25 school year! Please email your resume to Principal Ginn at Lisa.Ginn@goaj.org to join our team!
Openings:
Spanish
English
Algebra I
Resource ELA