The start of a new calendar year is a time for fresh beginnings, new goals, and meaningful opportunities. As we embrace 2025, we encourage our Huron community to view every challenge as a chance to grow and thrive. Through each lesson learned and every reflection, we are cultivating resilient, compassionate, and thoughtful individuals poised to make a positive impact on the world.

Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” As a school community, this sentiment fuels our collective purpose to nurture future leaders and changemakers.

We extend our warmest wishes to you and your family for a healthy, fulfilling year ahead. Thank you for your continued trust and partnership in A2 Huron High School’s journey of excellence.

Each month, HHS will hold a principal's coffee for our family community. Our goal is to take 45 minutes to facilitate connections and conversations that help us to work together to support HHS students in their learning and growth. This is informal and our goal is to combine our efforts to help our students thrive at home and at school by maintaining open lines of communication through transparency.

8:30AM

Click here: https://a2schools.zoom.us/j/91454357777

We would like to remind you about our upcoming PTSO General Meeting, which will take place via Zoom.

Time: 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
Frequency: Monthly on the first Tuesday
Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81670046932?pwd=fYvG1JgXE63ClBanlHq4JPUo5DQWWM.1

We are thankful to the HHS community for supporting this year’s Multi Culti celebration! The event was a showcase of student talent and cultural diversity, featuring amazing performances.

Special Thanks:

Mrs. Wissman, Mrs. Basuni, Mrs. Ma, and their team. We also thank the Huron PTSO and families for their generous food and time donations. Thank you for making this annual event unforgettable!

We are grateful for the support and collaboration of our amazing community partners! Their dedication and generosity play a key role in helping our staff thrive, offering invaluable resources and opportunities that enhance the Huron experience. We thank them for their ongoing commitment and encourage you to support them whenever possible.

Thank You, Huron Community! We deeply appreciate your incredible support. Despite a slow start, the Winter Giving Committee successfully raised over $6,500 to support students in need at Huron. A heartfelt thank-you goes out to the generous families and local businesses who made this possible. While this accomplishment is wonderful, the need continues year-round. If you’d like to contribute and make a difference, donations are always welcome. Please reach out to Emily Mashal at mashale@aaps.k12.mi.us to learn how you can help.

Join us for a productive and supportive Saturday School session where students receive academic help, engage in independent study, and enjoy a nutritious breakfast. This is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together in support of student success! Should you have any questions please contact the RS liaison Mr. Tucker tucker@aaps.k12.mi.us

Earned prestigious appointments to the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) 2024-2025 All-State ensembles! These students' dedication, talent, and hard work have been exemplary, and their recognition is a testament to their commitment to musical excellence.

We also extend our gratitude to our dedicated music directors — Mr. Krohn, Mr. Ash, Mr. Smith, and Mr. Rodriguez — for their leadership and support, as well as to the Huron Music Association for their partnership.

All-State Band Appointments (17 Students)

Salem Dinh, Flute

Eva Fazekas, Flute

Martin Bailey, Oboe

Hajune Kim, Clarinet

Joseph Kim, Clarinet

Caleb Lee, Clarinet

Asia Shi, Clarinet

Ana Wilkins, Clarinet

Andrew Kim, Alto Sax

Irene Wang, Alto Sax

Enoch Lee, Tenor Sax

Joel Lee, Baritone Sax

Clarissa Gelson, Trumpet/Cornet

Penelope McWilliams, Trumpet/Cornet

Mira Shelgikar, Euphonium

Olivia Kalikin, Tuba

Cameron Payne, Percussion

All-State Band Honorable Mention (6)

Julia Caird, Flute

Zenon Debiec, Trombone

Kai Farjo, French Horn

Ethan Lyu, Percussion

Sophia Pham, Clarinet

Dominic Tchun, Clarinet

All-State Jazz Band (3)

John McWilliams, Alto Sax

Penelope McWilliams, Trumpet

Cameron Payne, Drummer

All-State Orchestra (14)

Kayla Fu, Flute

Nathan McGough, Oboe

Rudradip Ray, Trumpet/Cornet

Alice Choi, Violin

Myra Jamin, Violin

Anna Lee, Violin

Seoungeun Moon, Violin

Ethan Yung, Violin

Abigail Whitehead, Viola

Katherine Zhou, Viola

Maya Fu, Cello

Jayeun Lee, Cello

Lang Ren, Cello

Tanay Panja, String Bass

Orchestra Honorable Mention (3)

Trevor Nelson, Cello

Gina Shin, Cello

Adele McCleskey, String Bass

Congratulations once again to our talented musicians for representing HHS with pride and excellence!

You are cordially invited to join us for the annual International Baccalaureate MYP Personal Project Exhibition Night on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Huron High School.

Please enter through Huron’s Athletic entrance.

Opening remarks will begin in the Dome Gym at 6:30 PM.

Families and community members will be able to tour the exhibition after remarks in the Lower Gym and the Dome Gym.

Learning targets within the Personal Project are:

Goal Setting, planning, and problem solving

Developing skills and attitudes needed for sustained and focused work

Taking action to implement their plan

Effectively communicating personal and academic learning

Reflecting on learning and goal achievement

The Personal Project is the culminating event of the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and showcases individual learning. It focuses on a topic chosen by the student and challenges students to demonstrate their learning capabilities through an extended project.

Looking Ahead

Join us for IB Information Night on Monday, February 10, at 6:30 PM to learn about our Diploma and Career-Related programs.

Monday, January 20th: No School – MLK Day

Tuesday, January 21st: Exams for Hours 1 & 7

Wednesday, January 22nd: Exams for Hours 2 & 3

Thursday, January 23rd: Exams for Hours 4 & 5

Friday, January 24th: Exam for Hour 6 & Make-Up Period

Monday, January 27th. Semester 2, Quarter 3 begins

We offer a wide range of clubs and activities to engage every student's interests and passions. Joining a club is a fantastic way for your student to connect with peers, develop leadership skills, and explore new hobbies. Explore our most updated list of clubs and activities here: Huron Activities. We encourage every student to get involved and find a community at HHS.

https://huron.a2schools.org/academics/music

https://huron.a2schools.org/athletics/winter

Using these links, you can easily access the information you need to support your child's education and stay engaged with Huron High School. We will continue to update information as needed. If you subscribe to our electronic calendar, updates are automatic.

Translated copies of the 24-25 AAPS Calendar

We are committed to fostering essential life skills such as punctuality and responsibility in our students, as these are critical for their future success as responsible citizens. Your partnership is key to helping your child develop these habits. Please take a moment to review your child's attendance and tardies through PowerSchool. Many students are developing patterns of absenteeism or tardies, particularly between lunch and the end of the day. Monitoring this can help address concerns early.

How to Check Attendance and Tardies in PowerSchool:

1. Log in to PowerSchool using your parent account.
2. Click on the "Attendance" tab in the main menu.
3. Review daily attendance records and tardy marks by date.
4. For detailed information, click on individual entries.

If you need assistance logging into PowerSchool, please contact your respective class offices.

Your involvement reinforces accountability and ensures your child develops strong habits. Let’s work together to support their growth!

Ann Arbor Public Schools encourages regular attendance in school by all of our students. Regular school attendance is not only a requirement but also a key factor in academic achievement and social development. Absences disrupt a student’s learning process, and much of what happens in the classroom environment cannot be replicated for a student who misses time in class. Where do you communicate your student absences?

Absence Reporting Procedure: If your student will be absent from school for any reason, please report the absence. Families can report an absence using our attendance line or the HHS Absence Form. Attendance Phone Number: 734-994-4327, also available on the Huron High School webpage.

When you need to report your child's absence, please have the following information available:

• Your Name and Relationship to the Student

• Student's Name (Please spell the last name to ensure accuracy.)

• Student I.D. Number

• Grade Level

• Date(s) and Time(s) of Absence

• Reason for Absence

• If sick or with fever, does your child have a communicable disease

Multiple Absences May Be a Warning Sign: “Michigan Law requires communication regarding compulsory attendance. It is the responsibility of the parents/guardians to assure their student attends school.”

What can you do to support your student’s attendance?

• Communicate early and often with the school, sharing as much detail as possible.

• Support sleep hygiene at home so your teen is able to wake up refreshed and ready to learn. Research shows that teens need between 8-10 hours of sleep.

• Communicate the importance of daily attendance with your child.

What is the law in Michigan regarding compulsory attendance?

“The law in Michigan governing compulsory attendance requires a parent, legal guardian, or other person having control or charge of a child aged six to sixteen to send the child to school during the entire school year, except under the limited circumstances specified in subsection (3) of section 380.1561… The exceptions include, but are not limited to, sending the child to a state-approved, nonpublic school or educating the child at home in an organized educational program. Although the compulsory school attendance law does not apply to children under the age of six, a child who is at least five years of age by December 1 of the school year and is a resident of a school district which provides kindergarten work is entitled to enroll in the kindergarten [MCL 380.1147]. Link

Why is attendance important at Huron High School?

Huron High School offers an in-person education environment. Simply asking for “the work” will not adequately prepare students for success. Success at in-person school includes participation with peers as well direct interaction with the teacher. If you are interested in an online, remote, asynchronous model of education, contact A2 Virtual or your child’s counselor.

Who can you talk to about getting help with your student’s attendance?

There are many reasons that parents or family members may be having a hard time getting a child to school. Causes of truant behavior include, but are not limited to physical and mental health problems, substance abuse, drug use, perception of self, and detachment from school.

Who can help?

If you are struggling with getting your teenager to school, you reach out to your child’s Teachers, School Counselor, the School Nurse, Building Principals, Case Managers (Special Education or English Language Learners) or School Social Workers. Many factors like having a safe, reliable, transportation plan for attending school every day is key and should be considered.

School counselors are here to support students’ mental and physical well-being. We know that mental or physical illness might be the cause. Our counselors are available to connect you with school, district and community resources. Please contact your child’s counselor.

Are you/your student interested in attending the Early College Alliance at EMU? AAPS is one of ECA's partner districts--so your student can join without losing membership in the Ann Arbor district. Learn how the ECA can help you/your student get a head start on college and career while earning up to 65 college credits at Eastern Michigan University — a $35,000 value open to AAPS students entering grades 9, 10, or 11 in the 2025-2026 school year! Please join our VIRTUAL Information Meeting for more information.

ECA Virtual Informaiton Meeting for AAPS

Monday, January 13, 2025

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Register in advance for this meeting: http://tinyurl.com/ECAinfoAA2

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Questions? Please contact the ECA at info@earlycollegealliance.info, or 734-487-4290.

Just in time for the holidays, the Athletic Office has new Varsity Jackets available for purchase for $200! Jackets will need to be embroidered, and we have a recommended business for this service. If you're interested, please contact Ms. Michele Heiney at heineym@aaps.k12.mi.us or call the Athletic Office at 734-994-2075. Accepted forms of payment include Huron Booster Club or cash. Don't miss out on this great holiday gift!

We encourage all parents, students, staff, and community members to review the most recent HHS Spectator Expectations for 2024-2025. These guidelines are designed to ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone attending our events. You can access the full details here: HHS Spectator Expectations 2024-2025.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for the 2025-2026 school year! FAFSA is an essential step for students planning to attend college, career school, or graduate school, as it helps determine eligibility for federal financial aid, including grants, work-study, and loans.

Key Information:

Start Date: FAFSA is now open and accepting applications.

Deadline: Be sure to complete your application as early as possible to maximize financial aid opportunities.

How to Apply: Visit Link to FAFSA Info to complete the application. Please make sure to have your financial documents ready.

We encourage all families to complete the FAFSA, regardless of financial status, as it may provide additional resources or help secure scholarships.

The College Career Center (CCC) is here to help students with their College and Career plans. Walk-ins are always welcome. Check the CCC website, updated daily with everything College and Career. College and Career Center Website (CCC)

College Visits

Check the List for who’s visiting and when (updated daily) All visits in the CCC unless specified.

Any questions, please contact Mr. Dan Cobello, College and Career Advisor, 734-994-4438 or cobellod@aaps.k12.mi.us.

December 2024 Community Resources Update

In this Update:

• Updated AAPS webpage for free academic support resources
• Locations for FREE meals during winter break
• Events and Resources for wellbeing, winter break fun, basic needs and more!

December 2024 Community Resources Update

Looking for Community Connections or Partnership Support?
Contact: Nancy Shore, Director, Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement
dst_community_resources@aaps.k12.mi.us, Community Resources staff email group–send your questions here! For staff use only.

Huron is a closed campus and all students are required to remain on campus until they have completed their scheduled day. A student may only leave early after signing out in the General Office with parent/guardian permission. Students will not be called out of classes for the first or last ten minutes of class or during passing. Students will also not be called out of class after 2:30 PM. The parking lots as well as all school grounds are off limits for all students during the school day, including passing periods, breaks, and class time.

Seniors & Students with Vehicles: Students who leave campus are in direct violation of the closed campus expectation. This does not include students traveling to off campus classes to attend a worksite or Community High School.

No Food Delivery During the School Day: HHS Staff are not responsible for food delivered to students during the school day by food delivery establishments, including but not limited to Uber Eats, DoorDash or GrubHub. This is to better ensure the security of the school as well as to minimize disruptions to the school day. Students are NOT allowed to leave school to get food. Students found leaving school will be sent back to class.

Loitering: Students must return to their homes after their school day is over and may not “hang out” without supervision waiting for athletic practices or other activities. Loitering includes hanging around extra-curricular activities such as dances, productions, and athletic events. Loiterers will be deemed “unauthorized persons” and will be asked to leave the premises. All students must be in an assigned, supervised area during school and after school. Failure to comply with a request to leave the premises will lead to school consequences and may lead to police notification and response. After school tutoring is available most days.

After School/Dismissal

Bus Departure: Buses will depart at 3:00 PM from the Huron Parkway side of the arch.

Parent Pick-Up: Parents may use the Huron Parkway entrance to pick up students after 3:05 PM. Car pick-up is located on the Fuller Road side of the school.

Student Exits: All students should exit the building through the nearest door.

After-School Activities: Students participating in after-school activities must be in their designated locations by 3:00 PM.

Waiting for Rides: All other students should wait for their rides on the green benches by the flagpole at the south circle off Fuller Road.

Luis Gomez-Dominguez
Main Office: 734-994-2040
Email: gomezdominguezl@aaps.k12.mi.us

Daryl Hayes
Attendance & Book Depository : 734-994-4327
Email: hayesd@aaps.k12.mi.us

Ann Burdick, MSEdPH, BSN, RN
Clinic Phone: 734-994-2049
Email: burdicka@aaps.k12.mi.us
AAPS Nursing Services / Huron

Melissa Mistak
Records/Transcripts : 734-994-2047
Email: mistakm@aaps.k12.mi.us

Huron High School Counseling Center
Contact: Kristen Fraser

Email: fraserk@aaps.k12.mi.us

Phone: 734-994-2325

Building Administration:

Ché Carter
Principal Head of School
Email: carterc@aaps.k12.mi.us

Administrative Assistant: Melissa Hosman

Email: hosman@aaps.k12.mi.us

Marcus Edmondson
Assistant Principal - 11th Grade (A-K) and 12th Grade
Email: edmondso@aaps.k12.mi.us
Administrative Assistant: Kaylene Larsen
Email: larsenk@aaps.k12.mi.us

Jodi Bullinger
Assistant Principal - 10th Grade and 11th Grade (L-Z)
Email: bullinge@aaps.k12.mi.us
Administrative Assistant: Shenida Page

Email: pages@aaps.k12.mi.us

Karen Siegel
9th Grade Dean
Email: siegelk@aaps.k12.mi.us

James Trush
Email: trushj@aaps.k12.mi.us

Athletics Director/Assistant Principal

Administrative Assistant: Michele Heiney

Email: heineym@aaps.k12.mi.us
Phone: 734-994-2075
Athletics Page

Program Facilitators: Home / IB at Huron: 9th - 12th Grade

Todd Newell

Huron MYP Facilitator
Email: newellt@aaps.k12.mi.us

Carrie James
Huron DP/CP Facilitator
Email: jamesc@aaps.k12.mi.us