"If we set our minds, we can achieve anything."
- Gabby Douglas
#MotivationMonday #7Mindsets #SEL #giants
SAVE THE DATE: Oct. 18th, 6:30-8 PM
AH Seniors/Parents & Guardians: District 19 will be hosting its annual FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Completion Workshop at Alden-Hebron High School- Room 102, Oct. 18th, from 6:30-8 PM.
A representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will be at AHHS that night to answer questions and help families complete the process.
---Families are asked to create their Federal Student Aid identification numbers prior to the workshop 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.../
Families interested in attending are asked to contact Academic Advisor, Mrs. VanderPal, at 815-648-2442 or email davanderpal@ah19.org.
District 19 is looking for additional Substitute Teachers
If you already hold a valid Substitute Teaching License through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and are interested in substitute teaching in Alden-Hebron District 19, please complete an employment application.
If you are interested in substitute teaching but do not hold a substitute teaching license, please see this link for information from ISBE on how to obtain a substitute teaching license.
https://www.alden-hebron.org/page/employment-opportunities
*** High School Volleyball away at Westlake Christian tonight 5:00 start. 275 South Lake St. Grayslake IL. ***
SPECIAL GUEST FOR AHHS HOMECOMING GAME!
Former Chicago Bear running back, Roland Harper, will be here for the 2022 Homecoming game to speak to the Giants Football team and will be part of the ceremonial coin toss.
Mr. Harper will be here at 5:30 PM on Friday night to take photos and sign autographs.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet a Chicago Bear Legend!
D19 OPEN DOOR EVENT: Join Superintendent Elswick at the District Office
Open Door Wednesdays, 4-5:30 PM
September 7, 14, 21 & 28
October 5, 12, 19 & 26
November 2
AHHS Homecoming Parade Information. The homecoming parade will kick-off at 4:30 PM on Friday, Sept. 16th. Hope to see everyone there!
*** Home FSFB game tonight vs. Polo 5:30 kickoff. ***
AHHS: Lunch & Learn series with Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge. AHHS students may earn volunteer hours at the following:
-9/24, 9am-noon, Sphar
-10/2, 9am-noon, Tamarack West
-10/23, 9am-noon, Sphar
11/6, 9am-noon, Tamarack West
Contact Pete Jackson for more details at 224.612.1803 or beepjackson@comcast.net
AHHS: Homecoming hallway decorating is underway.
Today D19 will remember September 11th, a day that will forever live on in our hearts.
#patriotday
#weremember
Today we honor grandparents for the strength, kindness, nurturing, and wisdom they share with us throughout our lives. We appreciate you all for what you do for our Giants!
Save the Date: Monday, September 19 from 6pm-7pm
There will be a virtual FAFSA student loan seminar that will be hosted by Senator Craig Wilcox and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. This virtual seminar will discuss various college payment and repayment options, and will take place on Monday, September 19 from 6pm-7pm over Zoom.
Link: https://www.ilsenategop.org/sen_wilcox_fafsa_webinar
Reminder to AHHS Seniors: FAFSA opens OCT. 1st
MCC HOSTS: EXPERIENCE MERCEDES-BENZ
Join us for an open house showcasing the MCC Automotive Department’s New Partnership with Mercedes-Benz USA and Motor Werks of Barrington
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Noon–7 p.m.
MCC Automotive Lab—Building D on Crystal Lake Main Campus
Open to the Public
Learn about becoming a registered Mercedes-Benz technician through MCC’s newest automotive partnership, which provides MCC automotive students the opportunity to receive a special Mercedes-Benz technician certification. This event will include:
Presentations and Q&A with representatives from Mercedes-Benz USA, Motor Werks, and MCC
Vehicle demonstrations
Information about MCC admissions, financial aid, and scholarship process
Prizes and giveaways
Refreshments
Plus, take a ride in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle!
Link: https://www.mchenry.edu/mercedes/
AH HS/MS REMINDER: MS/HS Picture Day will be Friday, Sept. 9th
DISTRICT 19: Homecoming Spirt Days for the high school, middle school, and elementary school.
BOOSTER CLUB NEWS: The Booster Club is needing parents to sign up for Fall Sports Concession Stand. Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044ca9a62ca3fc1-2022
*** Wednesday's Middle School Volleyball game at Park has been postponed. When we receive confirmation of a make up date I will post and let everyone know. No game tomorrow, practice at the normal time. ***
*** We have High School Volleyball away at Hinkley Big Rock tonight bus time is 3:45. We also have Middle School Volleyball away at Harrison for a 5/6th, 7th & 8th grade games starting at 4:15. MS bus time is also 3:45 the girls will meet in the HS gym after school. Remember if you are a Middle School parent and plan on taking your child home after the away games you must let the coaches know before leaving. High school athletes are expected to come and go as a team unless prior arrangements have been made with the coaches and Mr. Lalor. Thanks and Good Luck tonight!! ***
HOMECOMING 2022 EVENTS
Monday, Sept. 12th-16th
---Spirit Days
Thursday, Sept. 15th
---MSFB game 5:30 pm
---HS PowderPuff game 7:00 pm
---Bonfire after game until 10:30 pm
Friday, Sept. 16th
---Pep Rally 1:00-2:45 pm
---Parade 4:30 pm
---HOCO Game 7pm
Saturday, Sept. 17th
---Homecoming Dance 7pm
