AVA Family Update
January 19, 2025
Good evening AVA students and families,
I have the usual schedule, guidance, and community updates below.
Thank you for your time.
Joseph Connor, AVA Principal
508.245.9948
Next Week's Schedule
Guidance Updates
Next Year Plans
Reminder: AVA non-seniors and families who intend to enroll back on campus next year should complete this quick Next Year Plans Survey. Ms. Nellie will follow up soon after submitting the survey about the AHS course request process.
Leadership Brunch for Young Women
Nichols College is hosting on its campus a "Women Mean Business Brunch" event for high school female students who see themselves as strong leaders. It will be on Sunday, February 1st from 10am to 1pm, and will include networking and panels with many current female leaders, a campus tour, and, of course, brunch! Click HERE to register.
The Landing School - Marine Trades
Interested in boat-building and/or design systems? The Landing School offers a 9-month certificate option as well as two Associate of Science degree programs. More information as follows:
Financial Aid + Scholarship Reminder
College-bound and trade-focused seniors and families: now that many of you have submitted some applications, it is time to focus on financial aid and scholarships! To that end, it is imperative to:
1) Complete the FAFSA (before each school's priority deadline ideally) - The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open, and any college-bound AVA seniors and families are encouraged to start the FAFSA process sooner than later. Everything needed can be done 100% onilne. Class of 2026 will complete the FAFSA 2026-2027 form. Be sure to first create an FSA ID if you do not have one. Students and at least one parent must each create an individual FSA ID in order to digially sign and complete the FAFSA. Email Ms Nellie with any questions or for support.
2) Apply for Scholarships - In preparing scholarship applications, it is helpful to have a resume started. If you do not currently have one, here is a template you can use. Please make a copy and fill in your information. Attleboro Scholarship info as follows:
2a) The Attleboro High School General Scholarship Application is now online for seniors to complete. ALL college-bound and trade-focused seniors are strongly encouraged to complete this form. Students must be logged into their APS email account to complete the application. This one application serves as the application to several different scholarships. Application deadline is March 20, 2026. If you experience any technical difficulties with the form, please contact Gina Spencer at gspencer@attleboroschools.com.
2b) The Attleboro Scholarship Foundation general application, loan application and all of their individual scholarship applications are all online this year. Their general application serves multiple scholarships, and, like above, there are separate applications for certain awards. All of these can be found on the Attleboro Scholarship Foundation website. Please note, you must create an account as a first step in the process.
Scholarship Presentation - In case you missed it
Thank you to all students and families who joined us this past Thursday night for the AHS Guidance Dept. financial aid night. There was a scholarship presentation, so please click HERE to view the slideshow used in the presentation.
As always, please feel free to email me (nng@attleboroschools.com) with any questions, comments, or concerns. Have a nice long weekend!
Community Updates
Welcome Center Update
Contact or visit the Welcome Center for access to Community Resources, Community Flyers, and support for all things APS.
Keeping Your Student Healthy and In School
A regular attendance routine is important for your child’s well-being, learning, and long-term success. Below are some tips on keeping your student healthy and guidance for going to school.
Keep Your Child Healthy and in School
Important Dates
Monday, January 19
- No School, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Wednesday, February 11
- T2 Progress Reports Published
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