August 16, 2014 Allegan Public Schools - “Striving for Excellence”
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Schools “Roll Out” New Technology It’s an exciting time to be an Allegan Tiger! At the start of this school year, all students will begin using individual computing devices such as iPads (elementary) and Notebooks (middle and high school) to enhance learning across the curriculum. Our teachers are gearing up for many improvements in the delivery of instruction in all subjects, giving our students the tools they need to succeed in college and in careers. In addition to the individual devices, APS is privileged to have two Google Certified teachers on staff to share tips and strategies with other teachers and help integrate technology throughout the curriculum. Internet safety is also a priority at Allegan Public Schools. Teaching students “digital citizenship” and filtering unsafe activity through programs such as AirWatch and Light Speed will assist us meeting the needs of 21st century classrooms, while providing necessary controls to monitor safety issues. Elementary students will keep their classroom devices at school, while students at the middle and high school level will be issued a personal device to take home. Parents will be receiving specific information regarding the process and pertinent documentation and fees that will be required. Please follow the excitement of this important initiative on Twitter @AlleganPublic #APSTech PLEASE NOTE: The 2014-15 school calendar contains six EARLY DISMISSAL dates where students will be dismissed two hours early for Teacher Inservice.
NOV. 13-14-15 IN THE ALLEGAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. ALL SHOWS 7 PM Allegan High Drama will be holding auditions for the remaining roles in Shrek the Musical for students in grades 3rd through 9th, and high school students who are new to the district this year, on Monday, September 8th from 3:30-5:30 at the Performing Arts Center. Roles needing to be filled are Young Shrek, Young Fiona, Dwarf, Happy People, Tap Dancing Rats (must be able to tap and have own shoes) and Dulocians (Farquaad’s town people). More information about audition requirements may be found at the High School’s Drama page website and from each school’s main office.
2014-15 School Calendar
Aug 26-28 - STAFF ONLY (Professional Dev.) Aug 29, Sept 1 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day) Sept 2 - FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS Sept 24 - 2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) Oct 13-16 - Parent/Teacher Conferences Oct 17 - NO SCHOOL Oct 29 - 2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) Nov 26, 27, 28 - NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving) Dec 10 - 2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) Dec 22 - Jan 2 (Christmas Break) Jan 5 - School Resumes Jan 19 - NO SCHOOL Jan 20, 21, 22 - Parent/Teacher Conferences Feb 4 -2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) March 6 - NO SCHOOL (End of Trimester) March 25 - 2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) April 3-10 - NO SCHOOL (Spring Break) April 27-30 - Parent/Teacher Conferences May 13 - 2 hour early dismissal (Prof. Dev.) May 25 - NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day) June 4 - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS