August 28th, 2018

Good afternoon,
 
Just a reminder tonight is Open House. We will begin at 6:00pm in the AHS Auditorium.
 
If you are new to AHS, we would like to extend a special invitation to attend our New Family Meet and Greet. We would love to say hello and answer any questions you may have. Join us anytime between 5:30-6:00 in the AHS Library. See the attached flyer.
 
PowerSchool
Did you know the PowerSchool Portal for parents and students opened yesterday?
 
A few notes on PS:

• An account must be created before you can access information in PowerSchool.
• If you have created a PowerSchool portal account in the past, you will continue to use that same account and login credentials. Usernames, passwords and linked family members have not changed.
• If you are new to to Arlington Community Schools, account setup information was mailed last week.
• If you forgot your login or need assistance, please contact the Attendance Office. 901.867.1541 ext 7003
• Student login information was shared yesterday during homeroom.

 
Schoology Parent Access

• Schoology parent access letters were sent home with students yesterday during homeroom.
• The Schoology Parent Access will allow you to check your student's courses, calendars and assignments.
• If you need help setting up an account or have not seen the access letter, please contact Shawna Segerson, Curriculum Technology Teacher, at shawna.segerson@acsk-12.org

 
Parent Tech University is back!
AHS Parent Tech University is a learning opportunity designed with our parents in mind.  Join the AHS technology team for hands-on sessions around Schoology and Citizenship in the Digital age. Fall classes are now forming. Seats are limited. Learn more and register at http://arlingtonhs.acsk-12.org/parent-tech-university.html.
 
Here is a look at what is going on this week at AHS:

• Today: Open House and New Family Meet & Greet
• Friday:
  • Deadline to pay $30 iPad insurance.
  • Yearbook Photos
  • Class Ring Order Date: A Balfour Representative will be available from 7:00-2:00 to meet with Juniors and Seniors. A $60 deposit is required to place an order. Information packets are available in the guidance office.
  • Small group Senior student meetings with Ms. Dixon and Ms. Chisum

Save the date:

• Monday, Sept. 3: Labor Day  *No School for students
• Friday, Sept. 7: Senior Parent Roundtable in the AHS Library at 7:05am
• Wednesday, Sept. 12: Q1 Interims will be sent home
• Monday, Sept. 17: 
  • In-Service day for teachers *No School for students
  • Parent Conference Night *Sign-ups will open soon
• Oct. 8-12: Fall Break
• Friday, Oct. 19: End of Q1
  

 
Fine Arts and Athletic Events can be found on the AHS website or by clicking here.
 
Thank you and Go Tigers!
 
Chris Duncan | Principal