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Volume 10, Issue 1 | Fall 2023 alliancecityschools.org
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Hello Alliance Aviators!
In This Issue
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In our world of social media and 24-hour breaking news alerts, sometimes there’s nothing quite like a good, old-fashioned piece of paper. That’s why I’m excited to present you with the first edition of our brand new Aviator In-Flight News! In our inaugural edition, amongst other things, you’ll see: • Countless examples of students and staff who are high-performers, leaders, and caring citizens • Acceptance and support of diversity • Our focus on providing a positive teaching and learning culture • Smart, responsible use of our resources to stay progressive We’re serious about preparing our students for life, college and careers and this year you’ll notice our renewed commitment to that. It’s no secret that businesses are in dire need of qualified workers. It’s also no secret that our graduates need to be on the right pathways to find financial independence and personal fulfillment in their lives. As such, I’ve created a working group of teachers, aides and administrators who will work to create activities and experiences to ensure students in K-12th grade start discovering not only what they are interested in, but what they are good at, and take that knowledge to formulate a plan... a real plan... for life beyond 400 Glamorgan Street. We’ll be calling on you to join us in these efforts and I hope you’ll answer the call! So - make sure your seat backs are up, your tray tables are in their upright and locked position, and your personal devices are off so that you can fully enjoy reading about your Alliance Aviators!
AHS Homecoming Week Highlights 2023 Winter Music Performances Upcoming Events
P.3 AIS Staff Connect with Families AIS Raised Funds With Slime Time AHS Students Paint Parking Spaces
P.4 Convocation Sets Tone for 23-24 School Year Little Free Library Honors BOE Member
P.5 #LikeAGirl ACS Celebrates Start With Hello Week
P.6 Notable Alumni Recognized
P.7 CTE Programs Receive 5 Stars Rob Gress, Superintendent of Schools #ProudSupt
ACS Updates Athletic Facilities
P.8 AHS Students Take Part In Black
ACS Implemented New Bus Safety Procedure Alliance City Schools implemented a new student ridership card system this year for all 1st-5th grade students who ride the bus to and from school. “The main purpose behind implementing the student ridership systems on our school buses was to further enhance our safety protocols to help keep students as safe as possible,” said Nick Cowles,
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director of operations. “The cards and systems on our buses help to ensure correct students are getting on and off of our buses and at the correct bus stops. The systems also allow us to know what students are on our buses at any time in the event of an emergency.” Each student was given a card customized with their name. They are attached to their backpacks to help ensure the student has it at all times. The cards are swiped each time they enter and exit the bus. If a student is boarding the wrong bus or trying to leave at the incorrect bus stop, the bus driver will be alerted immediately when the student swipes their card. Parents can see when their students board the bus in the
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morning and when they depart from it in the afternoon using the Here Comes the Bus app. If you have any questions related to the student ridership cards or busing in general, please reach out to the bus garage at 330.829.0348.
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