August 2026

AUGUST

6 - Guidance Counselors Back in Office

6 - Senior Parking Pass Pick-Up

12 - Freshman Orientation (Students Only 8am PAC)

12 - Schedules Live in Powerschool (10am)

12 - Sophomore/Junior Parking Pass Pick-Up

13 - All Grade May Walk Schedules (9-11am and 1-3pm)

14 - All Grade May Walk Schedules (9-11am and 1-3pm)

18 - First Day of School

20 - Open House (6:30pm)

28 - Picture Day

SEPTEMBER

7 - No School (Labor Day)

16 - Financial Aid Night (6pm PAC)

22 - College Update Night (6pm PAC)

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We're excited to introduce weekly video announcements for the 2026-2027 school year! Beginning this fall, students will watch the announcements every Thursday at the end of 3rd period.

Created and produced by our TV Productions class, the broadcasts will keep students informed about upcoming events, important reminders, club activities, athletic competitions, and other happenings around ALHS. The announcements will also spotlight student accomplishments, celebrate school traditions, and encourage school pride.

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for the Class of 2027! Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, seniors will have the chance to show off their ALHS spirit by painting their own personalized parking spot. In order to make this happen, all Seniors that wish to paint their spot will park on the South side of the building. The cost will be $40 - $20 yearly parking pass fee plus $20 Paint Your Spot fundraiser. All monies collected from the Paint Your Spot fundraiser will go directly back to the students! Please click the link below for details and deadlines.

SENIOR PARKING PASS FORM

Student Parking Permit Rules and Guidelines

1. When applying for a parking permit, a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and parent/guardian approval are required. A temporary driver's license will not be accepted and permits will not be held for future purchase.

2. All students parked on school property must have a valid parking permit displayed in their vehicle. Permits are non-transferable and non-refundable.

3. The speed limit on campus in 10 M.P.H., and is strictly enforced. According to ORC 4513.263, seat belts are to be worn by all occupants of the vehicle. It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure that all passengers are properly restrained

4. No parking in circular driveways, faculty/visitor lots, bus garage area, or fire lanes. Vehicles parked illegally are subject to towing at owner’s expense.

5. The school cannot assume liability for vehicles or their belongings. Vehicles are to be locked at all times. Do not leave keys in the vehicle and secure all valuables.

6. Students are not permitted to go to their vehicle during the day without an office pass.

7. Students are expected to exercise good judgment behind the wheel at all times. Reckless operation of a vehicle is strictly forbidden.

8. All cars and items in cars are subject to search in accordance with state and local laws and policies.

9. A parking permit can be revoked at the discretion of administration and may result in disciplinary action under the ALHS Student Code of Conduct.

10. Parking Pass fee ($20.00 per school year or $10.00 for the 2nd Semester) will be added to PowerSchool. There is a $10.00 fee to replace a lost pass. Parking passes can be picked up at the Main Office.

Continued eligibility of student’s with parking permits will be monitored on a quarterly basis. In the event a student no longer meets the eligibility criteria, he/she must return the student parking permit to the appropriate administrator immediately upon notification. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action under the ALHS Student Code of Conduct.

Parking passes can be picked up in the Commons on Wednesday August 12, 2026 10:00am-2:00pm. No need to bring cash or check when you pick up your pass as the fee will be added to PowerSchool. If you can't make the August 12th pick up date, you can pick up your pass in the Main Office after August 12, 2026.

Please contact Laura Hout if you have any questions. laura.hout@alcsoh.org or (440) 933-6290 ext. 1548. I will return to school on Monday, August 3, 2026 and will be in the office from 7:00am - 3:00pm.

Junior/Sophomore Parking Pass Only 26/27

Orientation Details

9th Grade/New Student Orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 12th at 8:00 a.m. at Avon Lake High School. Students should go directly to the Performing Arts Center (PAC). This is a student-only event.

Students will get a welcome and introduction, then tour the school to become familiar with their schedules and learn more about ALHS. We are looking forward to meeting our new students!

Students and families who would like to walk the building can do so on Wednesday the 12th from the end of orientation until 3:00 p.m. Additionally the building will be open on Thursday the 13th and Friday the 14th during the following times:

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Please join us for Open House on Thursday, August 20th, starting at 6:30 PM. Please enter the school through the Commons doors and proceed directly to your child's 1st period classroom.

During the evening, you will have the opportunity to follow your child's full class schedule. Maps of the high school will be available in the Commons to help you navigate the building.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Juniors and Seniors are eligible to receive junior/senior pass privilege if their course schedule permits. The junior/senior pass privilege allows a junior/senior to begin their school day at the beginning of 2nd period for juniors or 3rd period for seniors and/or end their school day at the end of 6th period for seniors or 7th period for juniors.

*** Please fill this form out ONE time only. It will take 2-3 SCHOOL DAYS for the change to appear on your schedule.

JUNIOR/SENIOR PASS FORM

Picture Day for all students in grades 9–12 will be held on Friday, August 28th. Students will be called down for photos during their English class. Below is the link and code for online orders:

For more information on the Guidance Department please click the links below.

Job Posting & Career Information

Naviance

Program of Studies

Guidance Department website

The Avon Lake Marching Shoremen will be hosting their community preview night on August 11 at 7pm at AL Memorial Stadium. Admission is free so come check out what we have been working on during our summer rehearsals!

On October 10 at 5pm in Memorial Stadium, The Marching Shoremen will be hosting our 61st Band A Rama! Admission and show details can be found at this link:

https://avonlakeband.weebly.com/band-a-rama.html

If there are ever any questions, please check out the website at https://avonlakeband.weebly.com/ or email Mr. Brunger at Joshua.Brunger@alcsoh.org

Wednesday September 9th 5-7:00 pm Mamma Mia Choreography Class followed by 7-8:00 pm Mamma Mia Audition Information meeting

Join ALHS Drama Club 2026-2027 Class Code: yq7caglb

Save the dates for Mamma Mia Performances

Thursday December 3rd – Saturday December 5th @7:00pm

Sunday December 6th @2:00pm.

*Reminder parents/guardians of 12th grade students*

The Ohio Department of Health requires that *2 doses of MCV4-Meningococcal vaccine be administered before a student enters 12th grade. This vaccine protects against meningitis. If the first dose of MCV4 was administered on or after the 16th birthday, a second dose is not required. Ohio Revised Code (Section 3313.671) requires “exclusion” on the 15th day of school entrance of all pupils who do not meet the above requirements. If you have not done so already, please send in a copy of your child’s immunizations which show that they have received these vaccines. A copy can also be emailed to: Debra.Valadez@alcsoh.org

If you would like more information on meningitis, please use the following link https://www.cdc.gov/meningococcal/

*If you choose to not have your child vaccinated, a waiver form must be completed and be on file. You can print out a waiver form by going to www.avonlakecityschools.org Click “District” on the top menu, select Health news, scroll down under School Medical Forms for the immunization wavier form.

Troy Intermediate is looking for seniors with 7th/8th period pass to volunteer to help tutor students in reading Monday through Thursday from 1:30–2:30 p.m. Volunteers will work alongside one of our teachers to provide extra reading support and encouragement to students. If you are interested please reach out to the principal at Troy- Mrs. Lengel @ 440-933-2701.

Please note that the striped areas in the parking lots are designated bus loading/unloading zones. For safety reasons we request you do not park in the striped areas.

2026-27 School Information

JVS Bell Schedule

JVS Announcements

The Spectrum

Commons Doors Open At 7:00AM

Interior Doors Open At 7:30AM

Main Office Hours

7:15AM - 3:30PM

Website: https://www.avonlakecityschools.org/highschool

Location: 175 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, OH, USA
Phone: 440-933-6290