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Originally delivered on 8/10/2026 12:06 pm

SUBJECT: AHS Raider Roundup August 10th

August 10, 2026

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

In This Issue
  • Upcoming Events 
  • AHS Updates
    • This Week at AHS
    • Back to School Hub
    • Schedule Change Request Fall 2026 - Due 8/14
    • AHS Student ID required daily
    • Free & Reduced Meal Benefits Info
    • Open Gym returns to AHS
    • Canvas Parent Information Sessions
    • The AI Generation Parenting Workshop 
    • AHS Athletics Season Pass
    • Raiderfest & Homecoming Parade
    • Spiritwear Store
    • Welcome from the AHS Foundation
  • Counseling Updates
    • AHS Counselor's Corner
  • AHS PTSA Announcements
    • Join the AHS PTSA!
    • Reflections
    • Staff Welcome Back Luncheon
  • Class of 2027 Announcements 
    • Senior Event Dues 
  • AHS Clubs and Organizations
    • Girls Lacrosse Preseason Meeting - 8/20
    • Prom Committee 2027
    • Alpharetta Baseball
  • Stay Informed
    • Principal Scheifflee's Friday Morning Message
    • AHS Video Morning Show
  • AHS Communication Channels
UPCOMING AHS EVENTS
Monday, August 10
9:18a 9th Grade Class Meeting - 2nd Period
10:15a 11th Grade Class Meeting - 3rd Period
1:41p 10th Grade Class Meeting - 7th period
Tuesday, August 11
7:30a School Governance Council Meeting
Thursday, August 13
8:30a PTSA Meeting
Wednesday, August 19
7:30a AHS Foundation Meeting
10:10a Senior Class of 2027 Student Meeting during 3rd period
6:00p Senior Class of 2027 Parent/Guardian Meeting 6pm
Tuesday, August 25
6:00p AI & Teen Mental Health: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Friday, August 28
7:30a Senior Sunrise sponsored by StuCo
AHS UPDATES
This week at AHS
Back to School Hub

Kick off the year right with our High School Back-to-School Hub featured on our AHS Website —your one-stop resource with all the essentials to start strong. Access your important to-do lists, key dates, and must-know info in one easy place. Stay organized, stay prepared, and set yourself up for a great school year!


Click Here - AHS Website
Schedule Change Request Fall 2026 - Due 8/14


Requests for schedule changes must be submitted by Friday, August 14th. Changes will only be made with the approval of the AHS Scheduling Committee and if there is space available in the requested course. If you have questions, please email your counselor. Students are assigned to counselors based on the first letter(s) of their last name:  


A - COH Cloe Crosby, CrosbyC@fultonschools.org

COI - HAQ Jami Proksa, ProksaJ1@fultonschools.org

HAR - LO Amy Longstreth, Longstreth@fultonschools.org

LU - PEQ Letitia Graham, GrahamLC@fultonschools.org

PER - SHA Brandi Taylor, TaylorB@fultonschools.org

SHE - Z Karen Bolt, BoltK@fultonschools.org


Students are expected to complete courses for which they have enrolled. The following are not necessary reasons for a schedule change: Requests to change teachers, specific periods, lunch periods, “change of mind”, incomplete summer assignments, or electives (academic or non-academic) are not considered to be necessary. Necessary changes include the addition of courses required for graduation (if student is a senior), addition of courses required to fill empty periods, deletion of courses already completed, or deletion of courses “doubled up” during a specific period. Non-necessary changes will not be entertained unless there are extreme extenuating circumstances, in which case our AHS Scheduling Committee will decide on the requested schedule change. Level Up Change Requests (i.e., on-level to Honors or Honors to AP or on-level to AP) are considered if the student meets the prerequisite grade requirement and has fulfilled all other prerequisites. The counselors and administrators will work diligently to make the requested schedule change if it is “necessary” as defined above or a level (up) change request. If your request is approved, you will see it reflected in the Campus portal by Friday, August 21st. If your request is not for a reason mentioned, you will be notified that your request is denied. In some cases, this will be due to full classes, unmet prerequisite requirements, or scheduling conflicts.


Schedule Change Request - Fall 2026
AHS Student ID required daily


Student IDs have been issued! IDs are a daily requirement and should be visible and with students at all times while on campus.

Didn’t get your ID? Scan the QR code on the Raiders on Time, Raiders on Track poster to request one today.

Need a temporary ID? Stop by the AHS Media Center.


Free & Reduced Meal Benefits Available


Families can apply online quickly and easily for free or reduced-price school meals. Scan the QR code or visit the myschoolapps.com to apply.


Click Here for myschoolapps.com
Open Gym returns to AHS


Starting August 10th, students can participate during 4th and 6th lunch. Students must complete the Open Gym contract and have a valid student ID to be eligible. CLICK HERE

Get moving, Raiders!


Canvas Parent Info Sessions


Parents and families are invited to attend a Canvas Information Session to learn more about Canvas and how it supports student learning. Sessions will be offered on the following dates:

  • August 20 at 12:00 p.m.
  • August 20 at 7:00 p.m.
  • August 25 at 9:00 a.m.
  • August 31 at 7:00 p.m.


To access the virtual meeting links for these information sessions, learn how to create a parent observer account so you can view your child's grades and assignments, and learn all about the features of Canvas as a parent, view the attached flyer or visit http://fultonschools.org/canvas


The AI Generation: Parenting with Confidence in a Digital Age


Alpharetta High School is hosting a two-part parent workshop series, "The AI Generation: Parenting with Confidence in a Digital Age.” It is designed to educate families on Artificial Intelligence, typical adolescent development, and how to guide their young person with confidence in this evolving technology environment.

 

Workshop Dates

• August 25, 2026, 6:00–7:30 PM – Foundations: What Parents Need to Know Now

• November 10, 2026, 6:00–7:30 PM – Applications: Platforms, Influence and Ethics

 

The workshops will address topics including:

•  AI and teen mental health

•  Online safety and digital risks

•  Screen time and technology balance

•  Social media influence and algorithms

•  Healthy, values-driven technology use within families


AHS Athletics Season Pass
Click Here - Purchase Fan Pass
Raiderfest & Homecoming Parade


 AHS Raiderfest & Homecoming Parade are back!


Think last year was incredible? We’re raising the bar! Bigger crowds. Bigger spirit. Bigger fun. Bigger Raider Pride.

🏆 Who’s taking home the Best Float Award? Start planning now because the competition is ON!

🗓️ Wednesday, September 30th
⏰ 5:00 PM (Get there early!)
🎉FREE games & activities
🌮 Incredible food trucks
🏴‍☠️ AHS vendors
🎶 Homecoming parade 

🖤An entire community decked out in Raider Pride

Whether you’re a student, parent, alumni, future Raider, or lifelong fan, this is YOUR night. Let’s fill the parking lot with maroon, silver, and black, cheer louder than ever, and show everyone why NOBODY does Homecoming like Alpharetta!


AHS Spiritwear Store


Show your school pride and stand out in the crowd with our official spirit wear! From hoodies to tees, we’ve got the perfect gear to rep your colors at every game and event. Don’t wait—grab yours now and be game-day ready! Order yours today from our Spiritwear Store


Click Here - AHS Spiritwear Store
Welcome from the AHS Foundation


Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year from the AHS Foundation!  The AHS Foundation is a dynamic 501(c)(3) nonprofit, partnering with the entire Raider community to support the four pillars of Alpharetta High School and foster a culture of excellence. 

Through inclusive fundraising initiatives, the Foundation provides meaningful resources for students, staff and the school community, including: 

  • scholarships for continuing education; 
  • instructional grants and professional development for educators; 
  • staff recognition to support retention; 
  • impactful school-based programming; and 
  • enhancements to campus facilities and equipment.


The Foundation is also looking forward to collaborating with PTSA around its Mini-Grants and entertaining its own first round of grant applications in the Fall.  


For more information about the Foundation visit alpharettahighschoolfoundation.com

COUNSELING UPDATES
AHS PTSA Announcements
Membership Has Its Perks – Join the AHS PTSA!

Support Raider Nation! ❤️🖤


The AHS PTSA is committed to supporting students, teachers, and families through enrichment programs, mini-grants, campus improvements, communications, hospitality, and volunteer opportunities. Your support makes a difference! Donate, volunteer, and help us continue creating meaningful opportunities for the AHS community.

Click Here - Join AHS PTSA Today
Reflections


National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

 

Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-created theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.

 

2026-2027 Reflections theme: “What My Culture Means to Me”! The key to the Reflections program is the student interpreting the prompt any way they want to - this is theirs to think about and express however they desire!

 

The deadline for 2026 - 2027 HS PTSA submissions will be Friday October 9th. 

  

Questions - contact Christa Griffin - AHS PTSA VP Special Programs - christagriffin2020@yahoo.com and Courtenay Sealock courtenaysealock@gmail.com



AHS PTSA Reflections
PTSA Hosted Staff Welcome Back Luncheon


Our teachers came back to a warm welcome! The AHS PTSA hosted its annual Welcome Back Luncheon to show appreciation for the educators, staff, and school resource officers who make Alpharetta High School run. Teachers and staff had a chance to relax, reconnect, and kick off the new school year together.


Events like this are made possible by PTSA membership. Thank you to everyone who helped plan, set up, and serve, and welcome back to all our amazing AHS staff!


CLASS of 2027 SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
Click Here - Senior Event Dues
AHS CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Raider Club & Organization Directory


Check out the new AHS Club Directory. There's something for every Raider. Get involved today. 


Click Here - AHS Approved Clubs
Girls Lacrosse Preseason Meeting - 8/20


New and returning players and families, the countdown begins…


Join us for our Girls Lacrosse Preseason Meeting! 


📅 Thursday, August 20
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Alpharetta High School Media Center


Let’s get ready for the 2027 season!


Prom Committee 2027


Junior and Senior students in good standing can join Prom Committee!

 Apply at http://bit.ly/PromComAHS27


Meetings will take place monthly, on Wednesdays. There will be 7-8 meetings and attendance is required at all meetings + 1 outreach initiative per student to be eligible for Prom Committee Incentives. This application will close 8/20 and application status will be sent out 8/21. 

First meeting for successful applicants will be 8/26! Questions can be directed to Mrs. Barroso (Skelton) at skeltone1@fultonschools.org


Click Here to Apply
Alpharetta Baseball


Calling all current freshmen and 8th graders interested in becoming part of Alpharetta Baseball!

We want to hear from you. Complete our Future Raider Interest Form to stay connected with everything happening around the program, including workouts, camps, important dates, tryout information, and more.

Scan the QR code above to get connected. Or use the link below to fill out the interest form: https://forms.gle/zciNnBQ7u1GVTTEFA


Come see what it means to be a Raider!

Discipline. Brotherhood. Relentless.

The Standard Lives Here.


Click Here to Signup
STAY INFORMED
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