AGS NEWS

Eric Rettenmund, Principal

Jordan Seath, Assistant Principal

Melissa Welsh, Counselor

Tiffany Peeler, Counselor

Carol Manners, Secretary

Denise Bakker, Clerk

Barb Stinson, Clerk

Students who did not have their photo taken during schedule pick up, in August, as well as students who wish to have their photo retaken, will have the opportunity to do so on Tuesday, October 3.

Fenton High School is bringing awareness to childhood cancer throughout the month of September with various activities and events. AGS will be joining the effort to raise awareness and funds with the activities listed below. Students, Staff, and Spectators are encouraged to wear yellow at these events. All proceeds donated to CureSearch, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for childhood cancer!

• Wednesday, September 20 - Yellow Out Basketball Game vs. Goodrich @ AGS
• Friday, September 29 - AGS YELLOW OUT DAY - Bracelets will be sold at lunch for $1
• Yellow Out Football Game - TBD (most likely Wednesday, September 20 v. Davison)

The 2023-24 district calendar is on the FAPS website

1. Go to www.fentonschools.org

2. Click on "Our District"

3. First bullet is "District Calendar for 2023-24"

Important Dates:

• Friday, September 29 - YELLOW OUT
• Tuesday, October 3 - Picture Re-Take Day

After School Tutoring (AST) begins on Tuesday, September 19th:

*NOTE: AST will not be held the week of October 9th due to conferences

AST is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. AGS Teachers are present to help and provide support to students. Transportation is available for students residing within the district. A light snack will also be provided.

Please email Mrs. Seelbinder or Mrs. Sayer for more information.

Mrs. Seelbinder: mailto:jseelbinder@fentonschools.org

Mrs. Sayer: mailto:esayer@fentonschools.org

Please complete the brief form (linked below) if your child will be attending AST:

https://forms.gle/tdigyHVgGWH5dCe48

WHAT DOES CURIOSITY MEAN?

You like exploration and discovery. You ask

lots of questions because you want to learn

more about anything and everything.

WHY DOES THIS MATTER?

Curious people are more likely to ask

questions and try new things, which is

how we learn and grow. Curiosity is a form

of courage because everyone is curious,

but not everyone is willing to experience

it. Practicing curiosity has many important

benefits and is a defining element of

human success.

“The power to question is the basis of all human

progress.”

– Indira Ghandi

*The communication, below, was sent in a separate email on Wednesday, August 30 *

We have changed the format in which our Health Curriculum will be delivered. The curriculum will be delivered, by PE/Health teachers, in SRT class throughout the school year. This will begin on September 12 and will continue until the end of the year. The teachers will teach approximately 4 lessons/units for 30 minutes during SRT. Attached below is a health letter that contains more information. Additionally, a health waiver form is attached. The waiver is only required for those who choose to OPT OUT of the district mandated health class. Students will receive a copy of the letter and waiver 2 weeks prior to taking health class. If you choose the OPT OUT option, please return the waiver before health class begins. You may print the form attached to this email and return it to the main office at any time or complete/return the form when your student receives it 2 weeks prior to class. There are also additional copies in the main office. We will be posting updates in the AGS NEWS, including a schedule of when the class will be taught in your child's SRT.

Please contact the main office (810 591 7700) with any questions. Thank you!

Attachments:

Health Letter .png

Health Waiver.png

Upcoming Schedule:

SRT Teacher / Dates / Health Teacher

Burrum / 9/12 - 9/21 / Young

Cavric / 9/26 - 10/05 / Young

Craven / 9/12 - 9/21 / Long

Loria / 9/26 - 10/05 / Long

DROP OFF / PICK UP LOOP

We realize that school drop off and pick up loop procedures are not the most convenient. However, please understand that the safety of AGS students will always be our first priority. The current procedure is considered to be the safest approach as endorsed by the Fenton Police Department and County Traffic Engineers. We appreciate your cooperation and patience during the morning and afternoon drop off/pick times.

Things to remember:

• The loop off of Shiawassee is for PARENT drop off / pick up
• Students may be dropped off across Donaldson Drive
• There is a crossing guard at Donaldson Drive during drop off and pick up
• There are over 2000 students arriving and departing in the same vicinity (AGS/FHS)
• The Donaldson (front) Loop and Entrance is for Bus Traffic Only
• After 7:30 AM, please drop students off at the front entrance (off of Donaldson Drive)

Thank you again for keeping our AGS Students safe! It could be worse ... check out the school below! Crazy Loop!!

AGS Bell Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

1st Period 7:25 - 8:23

2nd Period 8:28 - 9:26

3rd Period 9:31 - 10:29

Lunch

• 6th Grade 10:34 - 11:04
• 7th Grade 11:07 - 11:37
• 8th Grade 11:37 - 12:07

4th Period

• 6th Grade 11:09 - 12:07
• 7th Grade 10:34 - 11:02 / 11:37 - 12:07
• 8th Grade 10:34 - 11:32

5th Period 12:12 - 1:10

6th Period 1:15 - 2:13

Tuesday, Thursday

1st Period 7:25-8:14

2nd Period 8:19-9:07

3rd Period 9:12-10:00

Lunch

• 6th Grade: 10:00 - 10:30
• 7th Grade: 10:33 - 11:03
• 8th Grade: 11:03-11:33

SRT

• 6th Grade: 10:35 - 11:33
• 7th Grade: 10:05 - 10:35 / 11:03 - 11:33
• 8th Grade: 10:05 - 11:03

4th Hour 11:38 - 12:26

5th period 12:31 - 1:19

6th Period 1:24 - 2:13

JOIN SOMETHING!

All students are invited to join the Harry Potter Club. We meet once per month during the students' lunch periods. There is no cost & we're not reading the books. Anyone who is a fan & wants to meet other HP fans, is welcome to join. Mrs. Welsh runs this group, & it has been a huge success for HP lovers the past two years. Our first meeting is Thursday, 9/21. Students bring their lunches to the office conference room.

If your student is struggling academically, emotionally or socially, please encourage them to make an appointment with their assigned counselor. You are also welcome to contact us if you have any concerns about your student.

Link to join the Google Classroom - COUNSELOR GC

CASELOAD ASSIGNMENTS -

Mrs. Melissa Welsh - A - O last names - mwelsh@fentonschools.org

Ms. Tiffany Peeler - P- Z last names - tpeeler@fentonschools.org

Attention families - there is a new government benefit, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible households with a discount on internet services and devices. Please visit www.GetMyInternet.org for more information and to find out if you qualify!

#WeAreFenton

Email: erettenmund@fentonschools.org
Website: http://fentonschools.org/andrew-g-schmidt-middle-school/
Location: 3255 Donaldson Drive, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: 810.591.7700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fenton-Area-Public-Schools-110556712352619/
Twitter: @fentonschools