Welcome to ACES Academy
Alternative Choices for Educational Success
ACES Academy is a learning community focused on preparing students for individual success.
ACES Academy provides students the opportunity to work with our staff and personalize their learning allowing for greater opportunities for success. Using an Online based instructional format, teachers infuse technology into daily classroom lessons providing greater flexibility in connecting students to our digitally-wired world. Additionally, students have a variety of options to earn credit outside of the classroom including: work based learning, Career and Technical Education options, credit recovery, volunteering, and dual enrollment with Alpena Community College.
To help support students in their learning journey, each student is connected with a staff member who will become their mentor and “go to” person as they plan their roadmap towards graduation. Mentors connect with parents and families using a variety of communication tools to help build a solid bridge between home and the ACES community. From our orientation program to graduation, our support team works closely with the students and their families to help overcome the barriers that often interfere with student success.
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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.
APS BOARD OF EDUCATION Strategic Planning Meeting
BOARD OF EDUCATION Strategic Planning Meeting Monday, February 24, 2025 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. AHS Wildcat Den 3303 S. Third Ave. Alpena, MI 49707
APS School Board Meeting January 27 2025 5:30 PM (Streaming Link)
Click Here to stream the January 2025 APS School Board Meeting
January 2025 APS Superintendent Update
January 7, 2025
Welcome Back!
Happy 2025! I hope everyone is well-rested and ready to finish the first semester strong! Yes, it is hard to believe, but we are rapidly approaching the halfway point of the school year!
NWEA Testing
NWEA Winter testing begins this week for our elementary school students. These assessments help us track student progress in math and reading.
Our teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators analyze the data in several ways:
Individual student level: To tailor instruction to meet specific needs.
Grade level, building, and district levels: To identify trends and areas for improvement.
We use this information to adjust and improve instruction, make curriculum updates, and plan for necessary changes in instruction, curriculum, and resources for the next school year.
2025-26 School Calendar (Click for downloadable PDF)
We are pleased to share the 2025-26 School Calendar with you. You can view the calendar here or on our website at www.alpenaschools.com. You can also read below about how our calendars are created in partnership with our Alpena Education Association HERE.
I may as well get this out there now, so you have time to prepare. Next year’s Winter break will be 10 business days (two weeks), but the following year, 2026-27 Winter break will be 7 business days (one and a half weeks). These changes occur because of the shifting days of the week upon which a holiday falls.
Strategic Plan Summit in February
This February marks one year since we began reviewing our Strategic Plan. Last year, a diverse group of 54 people—students, parents, staff, community members, and board members—came together to discuss the district’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
At the end of February, we will come back together to share our progress and, most importantly, to gather your input on our next steps.
We want you to be part of this important summit. Your voice and perspective are essential as we shape the future of our district. Stay tuned for more details and an invitation to join us!
Office Personnel
ACES Academy Benefits
- Diversity of Credit Earning Options
- Mentoring
- All Students Provided a Chromebook
- Unique Schedule and School Year Calendar
- Career-Based Learning Experiences
- Co-Enrollment with Alpena High School
- Dual Enrollment with Alpena Community College
- Smaller Class Sizes
- Career Exploration Experiences
- Personalized Learning
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24 Feb
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Art in the Loft 11:15 AM to 1:15 PMArt in the LoftDate: Feb 24Time: 11:15 AM to 1:15 PMLocation: Art in the Loft, 109 N 2nd Ave Suite 300, Alpena, MI 49707, USACalendar: ACES Academy Calendar
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27 Feb
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Art in the Loft 11:15 AM to 1:15 PMArt in the LoftDate: Feb 27Time: 11:15 AM to 1:15 PMLocation: Art in the Loft, 109 N 2nd Ave Suite 300, Alpena, MI 49707, USACalendar: ACES Academy Calendar
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28 Feb
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ACES 1st & 2nd Course DeadlineDate: Feb 28Calendar: ACES Academy Calendar
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4 Mar
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Kirkland Community College 7:30 AM to 2:00 PMKirkland Community CollegeDate: Mar 4Time: 7:30 AM to 2:00 PMCalendar: ACES Academy Calendar
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13 Mar
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AM Students- PM Staff Records Day/Evening Parent Teacher ConferencesDate: Mar 13Calendar: District Calendar
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