Attention AH Seniors/Parents: District 19 will hold its annual FAFSA Completion Workshop at Alden-Hebron High School- Room 106, Wednesday, Oct. 13th, from 5-7 PM.
FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Families interested in attending are asked to contact Mrs. VanderPal at 815-648-2442 or email davanderpal@ah19.org.
Representatives from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, who are trained in the specific details of the FAFSA, will be at AHHS that night to answer questions and help families complete the process.
Families are encouraged to create their Federal Student Aid identification numbers prior to the appointment and to begin the FAFSA. A separate FSA ID is required for a parent and for the student.
Families can use the following links to get started:
Create a Federal Student Aid ID: https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm
Steps on Filling Out a FAFSA Form: https://blog.ed.gov/.../8-steps-to-filling-out-the-fafsa.../
D19 Families: Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL Monday October 11th, 2021 in observance of Columbus Day.
D19 Familias: Recordatorio de que NO hay ESCUELA el lunes 11 de octubre de 2021 en observancia del Día de Colón.
PTO meeting today, October 7th, at 3pm, in the Elementary Library.
-You don't have to start at the beginning of the year, join us any month you can! Can't make it to a meeting, but would like to help, email us at Pto@ah19.org
-Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1177751896044583
AHHS: College & Career Lunch and Learn sessions are held in the high school hallway from 10:54- 11:24 a.m. Students have the opportunity to learn about various colleges, career options, job and military opportunities, majors/certifications to pursue, and ask the representatives questions.
Great opportunity tonight! The College Fair at MCC is this evening, 10/7, from 5:30-7:30pm in the MCC Gym. Over 120+ colleges and universities will be there to talk to you! See more details at https://www.mchenry.edu/collegefair/
AHMS: --In a presentation and engaging activity, 6th and 7th grade students connected post-secondary education with career options. The brief presentation introduced students to ways they can identify their interests, explore related careers, and the basics of post-secondary education--including how to prepare in high school. The interactive activity encouraged exploration of education and training after high school, future careers, and money management.
Parents as Teachers event
Taco Tuesday!
A delicious taco salad with homemade black bean and corn salsa. Also, new today--- homemade spicy ranch dressing---great for your salad or dipping veggies! Served at Elementary and MS/HS.
AHMS: 8th Grade finished their bridges and had the chance to test how much weight they could hold. Some of them cracked under pressure, but others were able to hold the max amount of about 3,600 pennies. All the groups did an amazing job and there was a variety of designs. Great job Eighth Graders!
AHMS NEWS: Today was the kick-off for October PBIS & the theme is: Kindness/ Bullying Prevention
This month will be full of fun activities: Door Decorating Contest, Weekly Theme Colors, Kindness Bingo, GIANT Bucks, & the Assembly Celebration!
DON'T MISS OUT!---It is never too early to start researching post-secondary options.
***MCC'S ANNUAL COLLEGE FAIR*** (Thursday, October 7 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.)
***This is your chance to meet with representatives from over 120 colleges and universities. Free, open to the public.
***Register for the college fair at StriveFair.com to get a barcode. Show your barcode to colleges who will scan it to send you more information about their schools. It's free and saves you time. Then, you'll receive an email report with information on the colleges that scanned you.
MCC NEWS: Are you interested in learning more about MCC? Check out the upcoming informational sessions.
Reminder that ALL DISTRICT T-Shirt order forms are due TOMORROW 10/1. Please have your order in by end of day.
Just a reminder the HS Volleyball game originally scheduled vs. Parkview Christian has been cancelled for tonight. Middle School 6th grade games vs. Emmons are still on for tonight starting at 4:00.
The HS Football game Friday night at AFC has been cancelled due to AFC having to many injuries and being unable to play. Next weeks game at South Beloit is on as scheduled.
Parents and Students- Join us on Oct 6 for the MTI Career Expo at MCHS (4724 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry, IL) from 6-8pm. Over 30 career exhibitors & MCC programs will be on display. It is the region's premier career event! Enter the north side center stairwell.
Students in the Wars & Weaponry course are working to create models of early American Civil War Ironclad ships. The process has just begun, stay tuned for the final outcomes!
ALUMNI, LET'S RECONNECT!
* Alden-Hebron Alumni: Congratulations on the successes you've accomplished since graduating from District 19. We look forward to you joining us as we reconnect and inspire. We would love to hear from you---Please fill out our AH Alumni form: https://forms.gle/E3Gdg83X9FdiX4nz9
AHHS: AH Seniors took part in a FSA ID workshop 9/27. The FSA ID will be used to complete the FAFSA.
Don't forget: AHHS will host a "FAFSA COMPLETION WORKSHOP" *Oct. 13 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
*Visit StudentAid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch to create an FSA ID. You'll need your Social Security number, full name, and date of birth. You'll also need to create a memorable username and password, and complete challenge questions and answers so you can retrieve your account information if you forget it.
All district t-shirt order forms are due Oct 1st.
Todos los formularios de pedido de camisetas del distrito vencen el 1 de octubre.
Friendly reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday 9/28, will be a 1pm Dismissal. After School Care will be available to those who are previously registered for the program.
Recordatorio amistoso de que mañana martes 28 de septiembre será la salida a la 1:00 p. M. El cuidado después de la escuela estará disponible para aquellos que se hayan inscrito previamente en el programa.