ACS District Newsletter
August 31, 2023
Welcome Back to School!
Good afternoon, ACS Raider Families!
As we conclude the first week of the new school year, I wanted to touch base with you to share some quick reminders and updates. Also, I wanted to thank the staff, parents, and students for their invaluable support in ensuring a smooth opening week. I truly look forward to working together with you during the 2023-24 school year! Make it a relaxing Labor Day weekend!
-K. VonHiltmayer
ACS Interim Superintendent
Almont High School Reminders/Updates
Friendly Reminder...the high school doors open at 6:45 AM; however, the students may NOT proceed to their locker and/or 1st hour class until 7:15 AM. Students are welcome to sit in the cafeteria or adjacent hallways until the release time.
HS Parking Lot/Drop Off...as there is an additional grade level being dropped off at Almont HS, we need your cooperation and assistance during drop off. Please plan to pull forward as much as possible (near the athletic/northeast entrance). This will allow more cars to get in and out quickly. **IMPORTANT** Please do not create two lanes of traffic at drop off. We want to be sure our students exit from their cars onto the sidewalk and proceed directly into the school building.
AM Ed Tech Announcement...starting on Monday, Sept. 11th, the AM Ed Tech Bus will depart at 7:15 AM SHARP. Almont students have been arriving approximately 5-10 minutes late. Of course, we want to get the students there on time. Thank you for your cooperation!
Lunch Time...students must eat in the cafeteria OR they may choose to eat in an adjacent hallway where they may be supervised by the administration. Students may not wander around the school building as other classes are in session.
Student Schedules...if your child is still in need of a schedule change, please have your child send an email to Mrs. Spitzer (the AHS Guidance Counselor) at aspitzer@almontschools.org by September 6th. Your child may also stop by the counseling office to schedule an appointment with Mrs. Spitzer.
Staffing Update...Mr. Stephen Shifflett has been hired as Almont High School's Interim Dean of Students. He is doing an AMAZING job getting to know the students and staff!
Staffing Update...Mrs. Sue Allen has accepted a long-term substitute position for the Algebra II position. Mrs. Allen has a Mathematics Certification (Grades 6-12); she will begin after Labor Day.
Staffing Vacancy...the AHS Principal position is still vacant. I will continue to secure interviews as more candidates apply for this position. If you and/or anyone is interested in applying, please visit our website at www.almontschools.org and click on "Departments" to navigate to the "Careers" tab. In the meantime, if you need immediate administrative assistance, please call me at 810-798-8561 or email me at kvonhiltmayer@almontschools.org.
AMS Updates
- The AMS Staff will be embracing the Positivity Project (which is a character education curriculum dedicated to empowering our students to build positive relationships by recognizing the character strengths within themselves and others) this school year. More updates will be made available in the coming weeks!
- Almont Middle School's theme this year is "We are Family!".
- Staffing Update...the AMS 4th/5th Grade Special Education Teacher position is still vacant. If you and/or anyone is interested, please visit our website at www.almontschools.org and click on "Departments" to navigate to the "Careers" tab.
OP Updates
- Mrs. Allen (OP Principal) will be sending bi-weekly newsletters to OP Families this school year. Stay tuned for a TON of communication!
- The staff and students are excited to welcome Mr. Ethan McCallister and Mrs. Leah Chapman to OP. Mr. McCallister is the new OP Music Teacher. Mrs. Chapman is the new Kindergarten Teacher.
ACS Safety Committee Meeting
There will be an ACS Safety Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 6th at 6:30 PM in the AHS Media Center. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please plan to join us. I will apologize in advance if you didn't receive a confirmation email from me to participate on this committee. Thank you for understanding the administrative changes/transitions at this time!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
- 9-1 thru 9-5-23 No School for Students
- 9-6-23 ACS School Safety Committee Meeting @ 6:30 PM (see above)
- 9-8-23 Hall of Fame Recognition Night at Varsity Football Game
- 9-14-23 OP Curriculum Night @ 5:30 PM
- 9-22-23 Homecoming Parade (TBA) & Homecoming Football Game vs Armada @ 7:00 PM
- 9-23-23 Homecoming Dance for Grades 9-12 from 7:00-10:00 PM
- 9-25-23 Monthly Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM in the AHS Media Center