AGS NEWS

Eric Rettenmund, Principal

Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal

Lisa Wissinger, Dean of Students

Melissa Welsh, Counselor, L.C.N.

Stephanie Miller, Counselor, M.S.W.

Barb Stinson, Secretary

Randi Thorp, Clerk

October

10 - No School

16 - PTO Meeting @ 7:30 AM

17 - End of the 1st Marking Period

22 - AGS Band Concert @ 7:00 PM

A huge thank you to all the families who took the time to attend our recent Parent-Teacher Conferences to discuss your child's progress! Your commitment to your child’s education and your willingness to partner with us are what make our school community so strong. We look forward to a successful rest of the semester working together!

During Parent-Teacher Conferences, the LINKS students hosted a successful Dirty Soda Fundraiser. They sold over 90 drinks and raised more than $450 to support future LINKS activities. Huge shout out to Aurora Hazlett, Addison Moshier, Breonna Mulligan and Ries Voelker for taking orders and managing the new concession stand with enthusiasm and teamwork. Thanks to everyone who helped make it a success!

AST will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays directly after school in the media center and will end at 3:15 with bus pickup scheduled for 3:25 PM. A completed permission slip is required for students to stay for AST. The permission slip is a Google Form that parents must fill out. Please click the button below to access the Google Form permission slip!

AST Permission Slip

A fundraiser flyer promoting "WOW Pink Day" and instructing people to WEAR PINK ON OCTOBER 15TH TO SUPPORT BREAST CANCER AWARENESS! During the month of October, donations are being collected for Hot Pink Helpers, a Michigan Non-Profit Organization. Donations can be submitted to a child's teacher or the school office. The flyer details the three steps required to request financial assistance from the non-profit: 1. Write a short letter stating financial needs; 2. Get a doctor's note confirming diagnosis and treatment plan; and 3. Submit both to their website. The organization's website is listed as www.hotpinkhelpers.com.

If you have any school-related pictures of AGS students only, please share them through the link below for a chance to be featured. We look forward to seeing all the memories you've captured!

Choose a tag for your photos. Some examples include: Football, Basketball, Clubs, First Day of School, etc. Also, rename the photo with the student(s) name and grade please! See the screenshot below! Reach out to Lisa Wissinger at lwissinger@fentonschools.org with an questions. Thank you for helping us create an amazing yearbook!

To pre-order your yearbook, visit ybpay.com and use the yearbook code: 14635326. The order deadline is April 19, 2026.

CLICK HERE to share your photos!

The 8th grade SRT session, "Exploring after high school opportunities after high school", was a success! Mrs. Welsh will run this a few more times in the future during SRT sessions if your student wasn't able to attend it on Thursday.

Mrs. Miller will be running a SRT session, What is Mental Health?- In this session, students will explore the fundamental concept of mental health and why it is essential for overall well-being. They will learn what mental health means, including emotional, psychological, and social aspects that affect how we think, feel, and behave. The session will also cover common factors that influence mental health, such as stress, relationships, and lifestyle, and discuss the importance of seeking help and supporting others. By the end, students will gain a better understanding of mental health as a vital part of life and how to foster a positive mental state for themselves and those around them.

6th Grade- 10/16/2025

7th Grade- 10/21/2025

8th Grade- 10/23/2025

Upcoming meetings -

- Leadership Council will meet during the SRT session on Tuesday, 10/28. New members are welcome to join from all grades.

- Harry Potter Club will meet during the SRT session on Thursday, 10/30. New members are welcome to join from all grades.

Mrs. Melissa Welsh - last names A - M

mwelsh@fentonschools.org

Mrs. Stephanie Miller - last names N - Z

stmiller@fentonschools.org

The AGS PTO is run by parent volunteers, and your support—whether it's your time, knowledge, helping hands, or a donation—is essential for a successful school year full of exciting events!

This year, we are hoping to establish Parent Representatives for each grade, especially for 6th graders, to help coordinate volunteers and be a point of contact. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and help out! If you're interested in volunteering in any way, please fill out this quick form: https://forms.gle/1y3CuJ96L4WCsx5o6 Thank you, Go Tigers!

A detailed PTO fundraiser flyer titled "Boo Grams." The flyer features cartoon ghost illustrations and promotes a Halloween sale where, for $3 Cash, a student can send a cookie and personalized message as a sweet treat to a friend, teacher, or as an act of kindness. Purchase locations and dates are listed as: at Parent/Teacher Conferences, at the school store on Oct. 8, 15, 22, and during lunch on Oct. 24th & 24th. Delivery is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 30th.

The middle school health curriculum is delivered by PE/Health teachers in SRT class throughout the school year. This will begin in mid-September and will continue until the end of the year. The teachers will teach approximately 4 lessons/units for 30 minutes during SRT. Attached below is a health letter that contains more information. Additionally, a health waiver form is attached. The waiver is only required for those who choose to OPT OUT of the district mandated health class. Students will receive a copy of the letter and waiver 2 weeks prior to taking health class. If you choose the OPT OUT option, please return the waiver before health class begins. You may print the form attached to this email and return it to the main office at any time or complete/return the form when your student receives it 2 weeks prior to class.

Please contact the main office (810 591 7700) with any questions. Thank you!

Attachments:

Health Letter .png

Health Waiver.png

A recruitment flyer for the Fenton, Linden, Lake Fenton combined ski team. The flyer, titled "DO YOU LIKE TO SKI?", lists "WHAT TO EXPECT": combined boys and girls practices, discounted passes, time in ski gates, and so much fun. A section titled "JOIN OUR TEAM!" includes a QR code for the team's Snap App. The bottom of the flyer confirms the name: Fenton, Linden, Lake Fenton combined ski team.

Junior Ski Team Interest Form

We aim to keep you informed and supported throughout the school year! Below, you'll find quick links and important information for frequently asked questions:

At-Home Resources: Explore resources you may need to support your student's learning at home.
Attendance Policy: Find everything you need to know about our school's attendance procedures.
Want to Donate? Click the Tiger Paw Pantry button below to easily support our school programs.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our coordinator, Lauren Underwood directly at 810-591-7750] or lunderwood@fentonschools.org.

Tiger Paw Pantry Flyer/QR Code