AVA Family Update
September 21, 2025
Good afternoon AVA students and families,
The schedule, guidance updates, community updates, and important dates are all below. I encourage students and families to read our update weekly to stay informed of important info and opportunities.
1. Students, please note the unusual start time for Period 3 on Wednesday. Everything else is pretty standard.
2. For all families wishing to get a parent portal account so they can see the work pace of their students, please email me at the address below from the email you wish associated with the account. You can see how much time per subject and assignments completed with the portal, and is a good way for working families to keep tabs on their virtual students.
Thank you for your time.
Joseph Connor, AVA Principal
508.245.9948
Next Week's Schedule
Guidance Updates
Welcome Handout - all grades
In case you missed it, please save/bookmark this handy AVA Welcome Sheet that contains lots of useful information, including all AVA teacher contact info, graduation/promotion requirements, and links to AHS sports and activities.
AHS College Visits
Many college reps have begun coming to AHS campus to speak to our upperclassmen about their colleges/universities! AVA juniors and seniors are welcome to join in person; if you want to join virtually, please email Ms Nellie at least 24 hours ahead of time. Please check HERE for the list of upcoming visits as well as directions on how to sign up in Naviance.
AHS College Fair
Kind reminder: The AHS campus will be hosting its annual College Fair on next next Monday, September 29th. Estimated time frame is 8am-9:30am. To date, well over 100 institutions have registered! Colleges and universities from around the country will be joining us, as well as military branches and local employers. AVA juniors and seniors are encouraged to come join us on campus that day! Please check the College & Career Fair 2025 list frequently, as representatives are still signing up each day.
Military Service Academy
If you are interested, please see the deadline and requirements for a recommendation from Jake Auchincloss: Military Academy Nominations | U.S. Congressman Jake Auchincloss Of Massachusetts 4th District
Contest/Scholarship Opportunity
The AHS Lions Club is sponsoring the Youth Speech Contest for students in grades 9-12 (AVA included) who would like to prepare speeches in competition for scholarship funds. This year's topic is "What Can Past America Teach Future America?" The top prize is $1500 and runner-ups receive $500. Please see this link for more information.
As always, please feel free to email me (nng@attleboroschools.com) with any questions, comments, or concerns. Have a lovely weekend!
Community Updates
Welcome Center Update
The APS Welcome Center serves all APS families, students, and staff. Contact or visit the Welcome Center for access to Community Resources, Community Flyers, and support for all things APS.
Did you know that APS has a Community Resource Guide? Visit the resource guide for more information and access to local resources, organizations, and service providers. Contact the Welcome Center if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
Important Dates
Thursday, September 25
- Senior Planning Night (info above)
Monday, September 29
- College Fair 8:30 AM-10 AM
Saturday, October 4
- SAT Exam
Friday, October 10
- 1/2 Day For Students - Professional Development
Monday, October 13
- Columbus Day - No School
Wednesday, October 22
- T1 Progress Reports Shared with Families
Friday, October 24
- PSAT Day
Thursday, October 30
- Parent Teacher Virtual Conferences
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