Senior Scoop
Class of 2026 - August 2025
Welcome back to your Senior Year!
We are excited to welcome back the Senior Class of 2026 for this school year. Thank you for reading The Senior Scoop, our newsletter specifically for our seniors and their families. Please continue to read The Avenger Announcements for all general AAI information. We will publish the Senior Scoop at least quarterly to make sure that you have all the information that you need to prepare for the big day May 16, 2026: GRADUATION! We hope that you enjoy the senior year experience!
Senior Sunrise
Class of 2026! Senior Sunrise is Tomorrow! See above for information.
Note: Bring Chairs/Blankets if you want!
Senior Year To-Do List
Senior Dues:
It is now time to pay your Senior Fees! Your Senior Fees are $160 and are due by November 30. After 11/30 the cost will go up to $185. This covers the cost of your cap, gown, tassel(s), diploma, diploma cover, pathway medallions, pins, Senior Celebration Day, and all other costs associated with your graduation ceremony on May 16, 2026. Click here to pay: AAI Senior Purchases 3rd Ascent Class of 2026 Caps and gowns will be delivered to Alliance Academy and will be handed out to students in May.
Senior Brag Sheet / Senior Profile:
In effort to assist Counselors and Teachers with Recommendation Letters, we ask that all seniors complete a Senior Profile to assist your counselor to write your recommendation letters. Please use the link(s) below to complete these forms by September 15, 2025.
Senior Guidance:
August 20-22, counselors will be in ELA classes (Advanced Comp, Dramatic Writing, and AP Lit) to conduct Senior Guidance. Counselors will also host a Senior Parent Night on Thursday, August 27, at 5 PM in person at the Alliance Cafeteria. If you are not in an ELA class on campus or are not able to attend the Parent Night, please be on the lookout for a recorded session on the Counseling Website under Parent/Student Presentations.
Aug 27, 2025 5:00-6:00 PM Senior Parent Information Night:
At this event, AAI Counselors will share important information about senior year and post high school planning for parents. If you are unable to attend, please check the AAI website after Sept. 1 for all of the information that we will share that night.
Yearbook / Senior Portraits:
All seniors must be photographed by Cady Studios. These are the portraits used in the yearbook and at graduation. All seniors must be photographed before or on December 4th. Cady has multiple locations in the area, and you may make an appointment at any of their studios. Contact our Cady Studios representative (lauren.davidson@cady.com) with questions. Ready to book your appointment? Follow the steps below!
Booking Information Senior Portrait
Yearbook Sales and Senior Ad Pages:
It's time to purchase your yearbook and create your Senior Ad page to honor your student. The deadline to submit Senior Ad Pages is Oct. 17, 2025. or when space runs out. Please note that the purchase of a Senior Ad Page does NOT include the price of a yearbook. You will have to order your yearbook separately. Directions are included below.
Questions about Senior Ads or Senior Portraits? Contact Ms. Potter.
Counseling
Important Info for Seniors from Counselors
Who is my counselor?
Last names A - C Mr. Neighbour
Last names D-K: Mr. Stuller
Last names L - P Ms. Kim-Han
Last names Q - Z Ms. Johnson
Registrar Ms. Armistead
I have questions! How do I make an appointment to see my counselor?
If you need an appointment to see your counselor, visit the Counseling Website and click the link to schedule an appointment with your assigned counselor.
College Applications:
Many colleges have Early Decision/Early Action deadlines in October. Make sure that you are checking the college websites for information specific to the college/university of choice. Check out the Senior Toolbox on our AAI Website for resources and information about the college application process. You will need to scroll down to find the toolbox.
Senior Brag Sheet / Senior Profile:
In effort to assist Counselors and Teachers with Recommendation Letters, we ask that all seniors complete a Senior Profile to assist your counselor to write your recommendation letters. Please use the link(s) below to complete these forms by September 15, 2025.
UGA @ AAI: The University of Georgia will visit AAI on 9/17 at 8:15 AM in the Innovation Lounge. Please use this link to sign up for the event!
College Visits: Please remember that students are allowed 4 excused absences for College Visits to help them make an informed decision on their next step, college bound. If you would like to coordinate a college visit, please visit the college website to schedule a tour, and download the form on the website or using the link below.
Important Dates for Seniors
Aug 14, 2025 5:00 - 7:10 PM Curriculum Night for all AAI families -- TONIGHT!!
Come to AAI on Thursday Aug. 14th to meet your student's teachers and visit classrooms for short presentations from the teachers. Please make sure that you have a copy of your child's schedule with you that evening.
Aug 27, 2025 5:00-6:00 PM Senior Parent Information Night:
At this event, AAI Counselors will share important information about senior year and post high school planning for parents. If you are unable to attend, please check the AAI website after Sept. 1 for all of the information that we will share that night.
May 16, 2026 Graduation Ceremony 2:00 PM We will celebrate the Class of 2025 at the FoCAL Center on Saturday May 16, 2026.