Dear Avon Lake Families,
Welcome to February! We have stepped into the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year. I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we've made and look ahead to the opportunities this new term brings. While the recent cold weather may have kept us bundled up, the warmth of our shared commitment to education and growth continues to shine brightly.
The start of a new semester is an excellent time to set fresh goals. Students, I encourage you to approach your studies with enthusiasm and determination. Remember, each day is a new chance to learn, grow, and excel. Parents and guardians, your support and encouragement make all the difference.
It’s important to maintain open lines of communication. Stay in communication with your student’s teachers and take advantage of opportunities to discuss their progress. Whether through emails, the March parent-teacher conferences, or school events, staying connected helps us better support each student on their journey.
Let’s also take a moment to celebrate the resilience and positivity within our school community. Despite the season's challenges, I see inspiring examples of hard work, collaboration, and kindness every day. Together, we can continue to create an environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
Thank you for your partnership in making our school a place of excellence and growth.
Thank you for your support.
Take care,
Michael J. May, Principal
FEBRUARY
10 - PTSA Meeting (6:30 Commons)
13 - Course Recommendation Day
14 - No School for Students
17 - No School (President's Day)
20 - Winter Orchestra Concert (7pm PAC)
26 - Winter Band Concert (7am PAC)
27-28 - Chorale/Orchestra Trip to NYC
MARCH
1-3 - Chorale/Orchestra Trip to NYC
6 - SAT Test (11th grade)
6 - Early Release (Grades 9, 10, and 12)
6 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
7 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
7 - No School for Students
10 - No School
10 - PTSA Meeting (6:30 Commons)
19-21 - Senior Class Trip to Washington DC
21 - Senior Speaker Speeches due
28 - End of 3rd Grading Period
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Class of 2025 Important Dates for Graduation
Parents and Students of the Class of 2025, click HERE for important information regarding Senior Year and Commencement.
BABY PICTURES
Email your baby pictures for the yearbook to Mrs. Rudkin Tori.Rudkin@alcsoh.org.
ALUMNI
Click the link here to submit alumni information for your family. May 1st is the Last day to submit Alumni information for inclusion in the graduation program.
COMMENCEMENT TICKETS
If a handicap or wheelchair ticket is needed, seniors should email Mrs. Gannon at amy.gannon@alcsoh.org to request a ticket. Emails must come from students. Please include the type of ticket needed (handicap or wheelchair) and the name of the person needing the ticket. The last day to request Handicap or Wheelchair tickets is May 23rd.
Guidance Department Updates
For more information on the Guidance Department please click the links below.
Job Posting & Career Information
Band Notes
On January 18, 65 members of the ALHS Band performed at the Ohio Music Education Association's Solo and Ensemble Event held at North Ridgeville HS. Our students had wonderful performances with high ratings results!
On January 28th, the Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra hosted their first Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band Concert of the school year. With that said, Sarah Hibler, Ben Mars, Jacob Mars and Blake Campbell (Symphonic Band members at ALHS) performed in the NOYO Wind Symphony with an outstanding first performance! They performed a traditional March (On The Mall), a wonderful arrangement of John Williams Schindler's List, and they performed a piece in which our Senior Blake Campbell performed "Tuba Concerto' which featured Blake performing a solo in front of the Wind Symphony! The ALHS Band is very proud of our performers!
Coming up on February 26,the ALHS Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Jazz Band will be performing in their Winter concert held a 7pm in the Dr. Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
As always, check out our calendar https://avonlakeband.weebly.com/calendar.html
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Drama Club
DON’T MISS ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL!!
April 10th 7pm
April 11th 7pm
April 12th 7pm
April 13th 2pm
Please, contact Ms. Frank with questions: patricia.frank@alcsoh.org
School Fees for 2024-25
REMINDER: All school fees and Pay to Participate fees (Fall and Winter sports) are in PowerSchool and are past due. Fees must be paid prior to purchasing a ticket to Homecoming ticket, Prom ticket or participating in graduation activities. If you have extenuating circumstances or financial hardships that your family is facing, please let your grade level principal know as soon as possible. To view your student’s fee balance login to your PowerSchool account.
Payment Options
BY MAIL: Check made payable to ALHS can be mailed to : Avon Lake High School, 175 Avon Belden Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012, Attn: Student Fees.
PAYMENT DEPOSITORY: Place payment in an envelope marked "Student Fees" into the Payment Depository located to the right of the Main Office door.
ONLINE: Payments may be made online at www.payschoolscentral.com. The student's ID number is necessary to set up an account. A 3.9% Convenience Fee for all credit card or a $1.75 Flat Fee for all ACH (electronic check) transactions will be charged.
Pay-to-Participate
The fee is $300 per student per year to participate in any sport at the high school. There is a District Family Cap of $400 for families with more than one High School and/or Learwood Middle School student participating in sports. More information on Pay to Participate can be found on the athletics homepage of the website. www.avonlakesports.com
If there are any questions or concerns regarding your school fee balance please contact Emily Armstrong (Emily.Armstrong@alcsoh.org) or 440-933-6290 x 1548.
Lunch Account
If there are any questions regarding your lunch account please contact Andrea Sokolow (andrea.sokolow@alcsoh.org) or 440-933-6210 x 1522.
