AVA Family Update
March 15, 2026
Good afternoon AVA students and families,
I have the usual schedule, guidance, and community updates below.
We are closing in on the end of trimester two. Students in single trimester classes should submit their final work for those classes by Wednesday.
Thank you for your time.
Joseph Connor, AVA Principal
508.245.9948
Next Week's Schedule
Guidance Updates
Junior Planning Night - In Case You Missed it
Thank you to any AVA juniors and families who attended the AHS Guidance Dept.'s Junior Planning Night last Thursday! Many topics were covered, including new developments on Early Decision for college applications and new tips, such as creating a separate email account for post-secondary communications. There was also much useful information on careers and military, so please click HERE for a digital copy of the slideshow presentation.
Opportunities Fair
Juniors and Seniors: School-to-Career will be hosting on AHS campus its annual Opportunities Fair in the morning of Thursday, April 18th. There will be representatives from several different employers, colleges, trade schools, and more for students to connect with and secure a plan for after high school. More details to come, mark your calendars for now!
Bridgewater State University College Fair - Last Call!
Juniors: The AHS Guidance Dept. will be sponsoring a trip to the Bridgewater State NEACAC College Fair on May 30 to see approximately 130 colleges and universities. This is a great opportunity for college-thinking juniors to explore the many different colleges and degree programs and speak directly with admissions representatives. Departure will be at 8:15 AM from the AHS campus, and we plan to return to AHS by 11:00 AM. This event is free for students, but space is limited, so please register HERE as soon as possible.
Financial Aid Night - Seniors (and Juniors!)
Reminder: The AHS Guidance Dept. will be holding its spring financial aid night on Wednesday, April 8th starting at 4pm. There will be help sessions for FAFSA completion, as well as presentations from MEFA and on Understanding Award Packages for families who've applied to colleges and received financial aid letters. Juniors are also welcome to join the MEFA presentation on the general financial aid process at 6:15pm. Registration is required, so please sign up HERE. Free pizza dinner will be provided! Virtual help this night is possible; just email Ms Nellie at least a few days ahead of time.
Attleboro Scholarships - Deadline is this Week!
The deadline for most Attleboro community scholarships is this Friday, March 20! There are two general types seniors can fill out:
1) The Attleboro High School General Scholarship Application. All AVA seniors are strongly encouraged to complete this one! Students must be logged into their APS email account to complete the application. This one application serves as the application to several different scholarships. If you experience any technical difficulties with the form, please contact Gina Spencer at gspencer@attleboroschools.com.
2) The Attleboro Scholarship Foundation - 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.
As always, please feel free to email me (nng@attleboroschools.com) with any questions, comments, or concerns. Have a great weekend!
Community Updates
You're Invited: A Night to Discover
On March 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM, Attleboro Public Schools (APS) will host A Night to Discover: APS Student Learning and Community Partnership Showcase. This annual event is an opportunity for APS staff, students, families, and community organizations to come together as students throughout the district display their learning experiences and local community resources share information about their services and programs. We look forward to seeing you there.
Attleboro Family & Community Partnership
Your experiences as a parent, caregiver, or family member matter. Join the AFCP:
The APS Family and Community Partnership (AFCP), brings APS families, staff, and community members together as collaborative partners, strengthening student success through meaningful relationships and shared responsibility.
Join the APS Family and Community Partnership (AFCP) to share your voice and guide how we build trust, share information, and support every student across Attleboro Public Schools.
Why Join?
Research shows that family members are essential to student success. Your experiences and ideas will help shape how APS engages and communicates.
To learn more or join the next meeting, email the APS Welcome Center at: welcome@attleboroschools.com
Important Dates
Friday, March 13
- 1/2 Day for Students, Professional Development
Friday, March 20
- 1/2 Day for Students, End of Trimester 2
Monday, March 23
- Trimester 3 Begins
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