Welcome To Alpena Public Schools
Alpena Public Schools, located in the cultural, economic, and educational hub of northeast Michigan, is a Class A district. We serve a population of approximately 3,600 students in 6 elementary schools for grades K-5, a junior high for grades 6-8, and a high school for grades 9-12 as well as an alternative high school program.
APS Strategic Plan
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APS Strategic Plan Timeline
At its August 26, 2025, Regular Meeting, the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education officially adopted a 3-5-year Strategic Plan—a roadmap created to guide our district’s growth and success.
This process officially began on February 24, 2024, when more than 50 students, staff, administrators, Board of Education members, and community stakeholders came together to identify the district’s strengths and areas for improvement. From there, the Board, administration, and district leadership teams worked collaboratively to refine a plan that addresses the current and future needs of our students, schools, and community.
Since the plan’s adoption, we have been focused on defining, assessing, and strengthening our systems, language, protocols, and practices to ensure they are aligned with the needs of our students and staff. Every step forward is intentional and measurable.
Our Strategic Focus
The Strategic Plan is built around five key goal areas, all supporting the district’s mission:
- Academics & Programs – Delivering high-quality instruction to maximize student achievement.
- Whole-Child Development – Providing supports that foster student engagement, growth, and well-being.
- Personnel – Attracting, recruiting, retaining, and developing highly qualified staff.
- Family & Community Partnership – Strengthening relationships with families and community partners.
- Stewardship – Advancing and maintaining a long-term sustainability plan.
A Commitment to Continuous Improvement
The plan is structured using the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP), ensuring that each goal area includes strategies and implementation activities that are monitored and measured for ongoing progress.
The foundation of this plan is continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, communication, monitoring, and support. Together, these principles will help us create the best possible learning environment for all APS students.
We are excited to move forward with this plan and will continue to share updates as we implement meaningful changes for our schools and community.
Bid Request: Grass, Weed Cutting and Trimming
Alpena Public Schools will accept sealed bids for Grass, Weed Cutting and Trimming until Monday, April 7, 2025.
APS Board Meeting March 24, 2025 5:30 PM Live Stream Link
APS Board Meeting March 24, 2025 5:30 PM
Live Stream Link https://youtube.com/live/IqaEy6OGV_o?feature=share
Bid Request: K-5 Math Curriculum
Alpena Public Schools (APS) will accept sealed competitive proposals for a comprehensive Mathematics Curriculum for grades K-5.
March 2025 APS Superintendent Update
3.5.25
APS Strategic Plan
At its August 26, 2025, Regular Meeting, the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education officially adopted a 3-5-year Strategic Plan—a roadmap created to guide our district’s growth and success.
This process officially began on February 24, 2024, when more than 50 students, staff, administrators, Board of Education members, and community stakeholders came together to identify the district’s strengths and areas for improvement. From there, the Board, administration, and district leadership teams worked collaboratively to refine a plan that addresses the current and future needs of our students, schools, and community.
Since the plan’s adoption, we have been focused on defining, assessing, and strengthening our systems, language, protocols, and practices to ensure they are aligned with the needs of our students and staff. Every step forward is intentional and measurable.
The Strategic Plan is built around five key goal areas, all supporting the district’s mission:
Academics & Programs – Delivering high-quality instruction to maximize student achievement.
Whole-Child Development – Providing supports that foster student engagement, growth, and well-being.
Personnel – Attracting, recruiting, retaining, and developing highly qualified staff.
Family & Community Partnership – Strengthening relationships with families and community partners.
Stewardship – Advancing and maintaining a long-term sustainability plan.
The plan is structured using the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP), ensuring that each goal area includes strategies and implementation activities that are monitored and measured for ongoing progress.
The foundation of this plan is continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, communication, monitoring, and support. Together, these principles will help us create the best possible learning environment for all APS students.
We are excited to move forward with this plan and will continue to share updates as we implement meaningful changes for our schools and community.
Location change APS Board Meeting 2/24/25 to AHS
Location change to Alpena High School Wildcat Den (Library) for the 5:30 PM 2/24/25 APS Board Meeting. Strategic Planning Summit to follow at 6 PM.
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7 Apr
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BOE Workshop Meeting 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMBOE Workshop MeetingDate: Apr 7Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: Gerry Ludwig Board RoomCalendar: APS Board Calendar
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9 Apr
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Board Visitation - Hinks & Besser 9:00 AM to 11:30 AMBoard Visitation - Hinks & BesserDate: Apr 9Time: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AMCalendar: APS Board Calendar
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15 Apr
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Lincoln Kindergarten Round Up 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMLincoln Kindergarten Round UpDate: Apr 15Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMCalendar: District Calendar
Welcome to Kindergarten!
Stop in any time between 5 PM and 6:30 PM to:
Enroll your child
Take a building tour
Take a photo for “Kindergarten Signing Day!”
Take home a school readiness activity bag
Enjoy light refreshments
To be eligible for enrollment in Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten, your child must be 5 on or before December 1, 2025. If your child will turn 5 after September 1, but prior to December 1, an age waiver is required.
What to bring with you:
Legal birth certificate from the courthouse
Proof of parent’s residency (updated driver’s license, utility bill, rent/mortgage receipt)
Immunization record or proof of waiver from the health dept.
Vision screening (if completed) Must be after March 1, 2025
Dental screening (if completed) Must be after March 1, 2025
Questions or can’t make registration night?
Contact Susan at APS (989) 358-5025 or woodens@alpenaschools.com
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16 Apr
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Hinks Kindergarten Round up 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMHinks Kindergarten Round upDate: Apr 16Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PMCalendar: District Calendar
Welcome to Kindergarten!
Stop in any time between 5 PM and 6:30 PM to:
Enroll your child
Take a building tour
Take a photo for “Kindergarten Signing Day!”
Take home a school readiness activity bag
Enjoy light refreshments
To be eligible for enrollment in Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten, your child must be 5 on or before December 1, 2025. If your child will turn 5 after September 1, but prior to December 1, an age waiver is required.
What to bring with you:
Legal birth certificate from the courthouse
Proof of parent’s residency (updated driver’s license, utility bill, rent/mortgage receipt)
Immunization record or proof of waiver from the health dept.
Vision screening (if completed) Must be after March 1, 2025
Dental screening (if completed) Must be after March 1, 2025
Questions or can’t make registration night?
Contact Susan at APS (989) 358-5025 or woodens@alpenaschools.com
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18 Apr
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No School - Good FridayDate: Apr 18Calendar: District Calendar
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21 Apr
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No School - Easter MondayDate: Apr 21Calendar: District Calendar
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Our Mission
Our District's mission statement reflects our close connection with the people we serve: "Alpena Public Schools, in partnership with our community, teaches and challenges all students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens."
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Annual Reports
Beginning with the 2009-10 academic year, the State of Michigan has provided families, communities and schools with a comprehensive report of school progress. This Annual Education Report (AER) takes data collected from schools on student achievement and teacher qualifications and presents this along with information on school and district Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) status. Combined with the appropriate building or district Cover Letter, these two documents give a complete report that meets the requirements of the Federal Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA) and Michigan's PA 25 of 1990.
These documents may be viewed online or downloaded and printed (warning: some documents are lengthy). Buildings are listed below alphabetically with the full district report at the end.
 Wilson Elementary Cover Letter Wilson Elementary AER | |
| Alpena Public Schools District Cover LetterAlpena Public Schools District AER |