AHS PTSA is proud to publish the weekly newsletter that showcases our school, opportunities for engagement, and updates for our AHS community. This is one of the many ways your PTSA Membership supports our community. Thank you for your support. 

• AHS Updates
  • This Week at AHS
  • Altered Bell Schedule 3/17
  • IB Community Meeting 3/25
  • AHS Junior/Senior Prom 2026
  • AP Exam Volunteers Needed
  • Past ENN Links
  • AHS Communication Channels
• Counseling Updates
  • Attention Senior Class of 2026
  • All Students and Families
• Class of 2026 Senior Announcements
  • Class of 2026 Cap & Gown Distribution
  • Senior Athletic Honor Cords
  • Save the Date - Senior Field Day 4/1
  • Seniors - Mandatory Grad Practice
  • Save the Date: Graduation Ceremony - May 20th
• AHS Clubs & Organizations
  • Raider Athletic Showcase - March 26
  • Alpharetta Fastpitch Softball Spring Training
  • AHS Raider Guard - Rising 9th graders
• Stay Informed
  • Principal Scheifflee's Friday Morning Message
  • AHS Video Morning Show
  • Raiders Information Hub
  • FCS School Calendar 
• SGC Public Comment

We will be operating on an altered bell schedule this Tuesday, March 17th, to administer the EOC technology readiness check. This is an important step to ensure our network is prepared to administer EOC in April. If your child is enrolled in Lit/Comp II or AP Seminar, they will be required to participate in the technology readiness check during 5^th period.

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Location: Guardian Works  

775 Echo St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318  

Time: 8:00 – 11:00 pm 

Theme: Once Upon a Time  

Prom Tickets Sold Online via GoFan  

Ticket Dates & Prices:  

• 3/1-3/30: $90 each
• 4/14 – 4/17: $99 each   
• 4/18: $100 per ticket   
• NOTE: Juniors and seniors may purchase up to 2 tickets total (including 1 for themselves). Outside guests and underclassmen must attend with an AHS junior or senior and the AHS junior or senior must purchase their ticket for them. Outside guests or underclassmen cannot purchase a ticket. No refunds!! Students must bring their physical AHS student ID to prom.  

Court Nomination/Voting Dates (online form will be sent to Junior & Senior FCSTU emails):  

• Nominations: 3/30 – 4/3  
• Voting: 4/13 – 4/17  

If the AHS student’s guest does NOT attend AHS, the AHS student MUST fill out a guest permission form. Forms are available LINKED HERE and are due to be uploaded HERE by Friday, April 3.  

Please follow @Alpharetta_Prom on Instagram for updates.  

Contact skeltone@fultonschools.org with questions.  

If you have any questions, please reach out to Michelle Copeland at copelandm2@fultonschools.org.

• GoFan Spring Raider Pass
• AHS Cheer Mini Camp Fundraiser
• AHS Ameris Amphitheater Volunteer Program

ATTENTION SENIOR CLASS OF 2026

March Application Fee Waivers – Apply for Free! 

Seniors, great news! Our March Application Fee Waivers initiative is back again this year. Throughout the entire month of March, you can apply for free to participating colleges and universities across Georgia. 

Georgia Finance Commission partnered with the University System of Georgia, the Technical College System of Georgia, and several private institutions to remove financial barriers and help you confidently pursue your postsecondary plans—whether you're submitting your first applications or applying to back‑up schools. 

Throughout March, fee waivers will be live on GAfutures.org. Simply select participating institutions and submit your applications without paying an application fee. 

Learn more and see the full list of participating colleges here: 
https://www.gafutures.org/college-planning/apply-to-college/application-fee-waivers/

Honors' Cords  

Graduating Seniors with a weighted Cumulative GPA of 88 or above (we cannot round up so a student with an 87.9 will not be eligible) are eligible to wear an honor cord at graduation.

Please check your transcript in Infinite Campus "documents" to determine if the senior has a Weighted Cumulative GPA of 88 or higher. The GPA on the transcript at this time, March 2, has to be 88+- we will not look at current spring semester grades for eligibility. Feel free to email   Boltk@fultonschools.org  if unsure. Do not order a cord unless you are sure your senior met the 88+ Weighted Cumulative GPA as we cannot offer a refund if you order in error.  

Please communicate with your parent/student before purchasing as you both received the email.  Student emails were sent to their Fulton County email addresses.  

1. Purchases can be made until March 24, 2026  
2. No refunds will be given 
3. Your student ID number MUST be entered at the time of purchase
   1. Cord pick-up dates and times will be determined later.

Cord Prices: 

• Cord amount - $10.00  
• No Refunds - Please verify that your senior has an 88 or higher weighted Cumulative GPA before purchasing. 

Order on OSP - find "Grad Honor Cords (Suma Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Cum Laude)". 

*Email Ms. Bolt at  Boltk@fultonschools.org  with any questions.

All Students and Families

Create Your GAfutures Account – Track Your Path to Success!

Georgia is committed to being the Top State for Talent, and that starts with empowering all high school students to plan for their future. Students are encouraged to create a GAfutures account to access important tools and information that support their education and career goals.

With a GAfutures account, students can:

• Track initial HOPE Scholarship eligibility
• Monitor College and Career Readiness progress
• Participate in Dual Enrollment
• Explore the Dual Achievement Program

Creating an account ensures every student stays informed and prepared for their next steps after high school.

Visit GAfutures.org to get started today! Create GA Futures Account Directions

AHS Career Fair 

March 24th — 4th & 6th Periods
Location: AHS Media Center

Attention Raiders!
Don’t miss the AHS Career Fair on March 24th during 4th and 6th periods in the media center. This is a great opportunity to explore career pathways, meet professionals from various industries, and learn about future opportunities.

Encourage students to stop by, ask questions, and get inspired about their next steps!

FREE SAT Prep Sessions – Sign Up Now!

FREE SAT PREP COURSES

Students can now register for free SAT prep sessions offered through Applerouth Tutoring!

• These sessions are completely free for AHS students.
• Limited to 25 students per session — spots will fill quickly!
• Students may sign up for one or multiple sessions.
• Workshop topics and session details are listed on the Applerouth website.

Register here:www.applerouth.com/events/group-classes
Review workshop topics:www.applerouth.com/events/group-classes

Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for the SAT with expert support!

Retake Previously Failed Course

Fulton County Schools’ Summer Learning registration opens March 2, 2026.

Fulton County Schools offers three summer learning opportunities for high school students who need to retake a previously failed course:

1. Face-to-Face Summer School (hosted at Innovation Academy)
2. Fulton Virtual Learning Program  https://www.fultonschools.org/all-departments/academics/learning-teaching/virtual-learning/registration/fulton-virtual-summer-learning
3. Fulton County Credit Recovery (hosted at Innovation High School)

Please visit https://www.fultonschools.org/all-departments/academics/learning-teaching/academic-programs/applied-learning-design/summer-school/high-school-summer-learning

Summer Dual Enrollment

Engage in summer enrichment by taking advantage of free college courses offered through Georgia's Dual Enrollment program! Students can get ahead and earn both college and high school credit! Visit AHS counseling DE website for more information and email your School Counselor to enroll yourself in the Dual Enrollment Canvas Classroom.

Summer Acceleration

Students may also accelerate their learning during the summer by taking a course for the first time through the Fulton Virtual (must remain in the US) or Georgia Virtual.  Tuition is required to take a course for the first time during the summer. As you consider your options, please keep in mind that one course is the equivalent of a semester-long class for a 0.5 credit.  Students are limited to taking:

*2 courses in Fulton Virtual (1 full credit total)

*Depending on student need, a student may be simultaneously enrolled in more than one summer learning option. 

Georgia Virtual Registration Opens March 1, 2026 see GAVS for information regarding accessing outside of the US.

Fulton Virtual Summer Learning Registration Opens March 2, 2026 cannot be accessed from outside the US.

Georgia Service Academy Day, March 28th @ Dobbins Airforce Base

High school students and their families are invited to Service Academy Day to learn more about the application and congressional nomination process for the 5 U.S. Service Academies — the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, and the U.S. Naval Academy.

Students and families will have the opportunity to meet with Senator Ossoff, other elected officials, and military leaders. For more information, please visit Georgia Service Academy Day 2026 - U.S. Senator for Georgia Jon Ossoff

Follow these pages to stay up-to-date with the deadlines and events planned for the AHS Class of 2026! 

• AHS Sr. Events IG: @ahs.seniors.26

• AHS Graduation IG: @ahsgraduation

• Parent Facebook page: facebook.com/groups/ahsclassof26 

• Class of 2026 email:  alpharettaclassof26@gmail.com

Seniors who paid the graduation fee by March 13 will pick up their cap and gown on Tuesday, March 24 during both lunches in the gym. Seniors who are unable to pick up their gowns on this date can get them from suite 1255. Questions — contact Kelly Talele at talelek@fultonschools.org.

Seniors, mark your calendars! On Wednesday, April 1 from 11:15 AM–3:00 PM, the Senior Field Day will take place in the Alpharetta High School Stadium. This exciting event will be one of the final opportunities for the Class of 2026 to come together before graduation.

All seniors will be excused from class to attend and enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, music, and friendly competition. The event will include a Chick-fil-A lunch, a live DJ, and classic field day games inspired by the ones we all loved in elementary school.

Start getting excited and planning your teams—more details coming soon!

Reminder: Wear BLACK and bring a water bottle.

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