GOOD MORNING ALTON HIGH,
HERE ARE THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR WEDNESDAY
OCTOBER 9TH, 2024
(Introduce yourself)
In the US, Mexican Americans make up the largest Hispanic population.
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY OCTOBER 11TH
NO SCHOOL MONDAY OCTOBER 14TH
Seniors
SIU-E will be here on October 30th for On Site Early Admissions. Seniors must complete an online SIU-E application. The application fee is waived. This is a $40 savings. Students will individually meet with SIU-E admissions counselors.
Sign up in the Guidance office by October 22nd for an appointment. All Seniors with a 2.6 GPA are automatically accepted. Students with a 2.0-2.59 GPA must have a 990 SAT or 19 ACT score.
MINORITY EXCELLENCE
The next meeting will be on Monday, October 16th.
MATH TEAM
Do you like critical thinking and problem solving? Math Team might be for you!!
AHS Math Team Practice after school in Room B227 3:15 – 4:15
Oct. 16
Oct. 30
Nov 13
HOMECOMING
The Homecoming Dance is Saturday, October 26 from 7-10 pm. Tickets are $15 and will be sold October 14-18. $15 will be charged to each eligible student’s Skyward for a ticket. Tickets can be paid for on Skyward (starting Monday, October 14). Once paid, tickets will be delivered to the student’s advisory teacher. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AFTER OCTOBER 18.
Homecoming Court nominations will be held October 15th during advisory. Links to nominate will be sent to seniors via email.
all students parked in the upperlot on Tuesdays and Thursdays they need to have their car moved out of the lot. The marching band practices on the parking lot from 4:00 – 6:30. If you are an athlete that leaves early you must relocate your car to the back of the school in order for the band to practice.
OCTOBER COLLEGE VISITS
University of Springfield: October 15th 2:00
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
OCTOBER COLLEGE VISITS
Missouri State University: October 16th 10:00
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
OCTOBER COLLEGE VISITS
University of Chicago the 16th @ 2:00
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
OCTOBER COLLEGE VISITS
University of Kansas on the 17th @ 10:00
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED
SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
LUNCH SPECIALS
THURSDAY 10.10
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURRITO BOWL
ATHLETIC EVENTS
THURSDAY OCTOBER 10TH
VOLLEYBALL @ 5:45 VS EAST ST. LOUIS
ATHLETIC EVENTS
MONDAY OCTOBER 14TH
BOYS SOCCER @ 6:30 VS HIGHLAND
ATHLETIC EVENTS
TUESDAY OCTOBER 15TH
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ 5:45 VS EDWARDSVILLE
ATHLETIC EVENTS
THURSDAY OCTOBER 17TH
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ 5:45 VS COLLINSVILLE
ATHLETIC EVENTS
FRIDAY OCTOBER 18TH
BOYS SOCCER @ 5:45 VS BELLEVILLE EAST
Joke OF THE DAY
RIDDLE OF THE DAY
Riddle: Answer: What is as light as a feather, but even the strongest man can’t hold it for very long?
Answer: Your breath.
THANKS FOR WATCHING ALTON HIGH
SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING, DO SOMETHING
We want to keep everyone safe and healthy. If you see or hear something that doesn’t sound quite right–say something to a teacher, administrator, or other staff member. We can never be too careful. Do the right thing!!
STUDENT ID’S
Student’s, if your ID is lost or you just need a new hole punch…please come to B205 before school & let us know. We will issue you a brand new ID or get you a new hole punch. ALSO, please remember to return any extra ID’s you have to B205.
SENIORS!!!!
Senior Index Link: Senior Index Forms Due—NOVEMBER 1, 2024
The Senior Index Form is a form that asks seniors to list their school activities and awards from grades 9–12
SENIORS!!!!
SENIOR PHOTOS DUE NOVEMBER 1ST
SENIORS!!!!
BABY ADS DUE JANUARY 17TH