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January 19, 2025

 

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ALL STUDENTS

Starting Spring Semester Classes

On Wednesday, January 22 we will begin spring semester classes.  Students will report to homeroom first in order to get their official class schedules.  More information on class schedules, bell schedules, and more is available at this link.

Spring Semester Lunch Assignments

Students can view spring semester lunch assignments at this link.  Lunches are assigned by your period 3 teacher.

Spring Sports Tryouts

Spring sports tryouts will start in a few weeks.  Student athletes who are interested in participating in tryouts should ensure that (1) they are eligible, and (2) that they are fully cleared in DragonFly.  More information can be found on the AFHS website and at this link.

Pat Time Updates

We will be making some updates to Pat Time as we move into the spring semester.  The goal of these changes are to (1) increase positive academic outcomes as a result of Pat Time, and (2) to increase student accountability for using Pat Time as intended.  As we move into the spring, please anticipate the following:

  • Standard Session Names.  Students will notice that sessions have a standard naming structure to make it easier to find sessions aligned to their needs.  All sessions will start with the category (ex: CLUB, SUPPORT, etc.) followed by the name of the session.  In parentheses at the end of the session title, students will find information on who can attend.  For example: 

    • CLUB: National Honor Society (current members)

    • SUPPORT: Biology Support (Wentz Students Only)

    • SUPPORT: Study All (open to all)

  • Attendance.  All teachers will start utilizing a QR code for attendance for Pat Time sessions.  It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they scan the QR code.  Notices will be sent home 2-3 times per week where students are not signed in for their session.  Also, students can now choose a session called ABSENT when they know they will have a planned, expected absence.
       

  • Entry to Sessions.  All students will be expected to show their phone or laptop screen showing that they are assigned to the session they are entering.  Students will not be admitted to any other session.  No changes to sessions will be made after 12pm on the day prior to the session.  Teachers will no longer be able to add students on the day of the session.
      

  • Academic Success.  Students who are making a D or F in their class at interims should anticipate being assigned to required support sessions for those classes.

We anticipate that students who have been using Pat Time as intended will see no significant changes.  We do think these minor adjustments will increase both effectiveness and safety of Pat Time which will in turn help us to maintain Pat Time as a structure for students.

Calendar Reminders

Please note the following items that are upcoming for AFHS students.

  • Monday, 1/20 - Holiday / No School

  • Tuesday, 1/21 - Teacher Workday / No School for Students

  • Wednesday, 1/22 - First Day of Spring Courses;  Homeroom before first period; No Pat Time

 

Juniors Only

ACT Testing & Preparation

We are offering a free ACT Prep Session for any 10th or 11th grade student. It will be held on Feb. 22nd from 8am-12pm. Students will rotate through 4 sessions (English, Reading, Math, and ACT Test Prep). All sessions are taught by AFHS teachers. This is intended to help prepare students for the ACT that all 11th grade students will take on March 18th at AFHS. Registration for the prep session is required. If space becomes limited, 11th grade students will get the priority. Use the link below to register. https://bit.ly/ACTlikeaPat2025.  

Also, all juniors have access to online test prep resources that you can access through your WakeID.  This includes five practice modules for all parts of the ACT.  To access these resources, please follow the following directions.  If you have trouble accessing the modules, please contact Ms. Wooten (twooten2@wcpss.net). 

  • Login to WakeID Portal

  • You will need to add Edgenuity to your portal.  Click the + button, search for “Edgenuity” and add it to your portal.

  • Click the Edgenuity icon.

Best practices for using these modules include:  (1) Be sure to do the orientation as it will help you navigate the program, (2) For each lesson you will typically have the following - warm up, instruction, assignment, instruction, summary, then quiz.  Do all parts to get the most from the modules!
  

Questions?  Contact Assistant Principal Amy Matthews (amatthews@wcpss.net).
  

Seniors Only

SECU Scholarship

Seniors are encouraged to review information on the People Helping People Scholarship.  Eligible students who choose to submit their application to be considered as the school nominee should submit their information to Ms. Carter by February 3rd.  This scholarship is worth $10,000 and will be awarded to an AFHS senior.  More Information

    

Senior Yearbook Ads

Senior yearbook ads can be submitted through January 31.  No ads can be accepted after that date.  More Information

 

WCPSS Future Teachers Program

If you are interested in becoming a teacher, consider applying to the WCPSS Future Teachers Program. This program supports students throughout their collegiate experience and provides a job for them after graduation. They will be holding a virtual information session on January 23. Registration link will be available soon. Learn more about the program here https://www.wcpss.net/Page/20672

 

Financial Aid Updates

The latest financial aid update from our financial aid advisor, Ms. Brannan, can be found at this link.  Please be sure to reach out to her if you have any questions.

 

Submit Your Scholarships!

All seniors are encouraged to submit scholarships that they are offered.  Even if you are not planning to accept the scholarship, we want you to report it so that we can include it in our celebration at the end of the year!  Use this form to submit those scholarships.

Reminders From Previous Updates: