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

15 - District Pink Out - wear pink

16 - PTO Meeting @ 7:30 AM

17 - End of the 1st Marking Period

22 - AGS Band Concert @ 7:00 PM

31 - Halloween Spirit Day

November

3 - No School for Students

There is an error regarding the end of the first marking period that was displayed incorrectly in ParentVue and StudentVue. Please be advised that the correct end date for the first marking period is today, Friday, October 17th. We are actively working to correct the display issue in our student information systems. Your patience is appreciated! Final grades for the first marking period will be posted and viewable to both students and parents on Friday, October 24th. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

The 8th Grade Band joined the High School Band for an exciting collaboration at last Friday's football game, and they absolutely knocked it out of the park! The energy and sound created by both groups joining forces was fantastic and made the night a huge success. What a wonderful job by our middle school musicians—it was a lot of fun to watch and hear!

We are grateful to the Fenton Arts and Cultural Commission for bringing a unique storytelling experience to AGS! About 100 students participated in this engaging activity during an SRT session, where a professional storyteller, Bil Lepp, captivated the audience with a dynamic performance that highlighted the power of imagination and the art of storytelling.

This partnership provided our students with a meaningful and engaging experience and an opportunity to appreciate storytelling as both an art form and a way to connect with others. We appreciate the continued support of the Fenton Arts and Cultural Commission in enriching the educational experiences of our students!

You can visit Bil Lepp's website by clicking on the link: https://www.leppstorytelling.com/

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. Click the button below to access the permission slip!

AST Permission Slip

We are looking forward to a little Halloween Spirit at AGS. Students that don't wish to wear a costume are encouraged to wear Halloween T Shirts, socks, etc. We appreciate your assistance in making sure that costumes are school appropriate. Guidelines for appropriate dress/costumes were developed by student leaders in coordination with AGS Administration. The guidelines are outlined below:

No Masks
No props, accessories, fake weapons
No lights or noise makers
No fake blood or gore
No inflatable costumes (must be able to sit in a desk LOL)
Makeup/hair dye/spray must be done at home

To help us celebrate, we'd be incredibly grateful for donations of bags of individually wrapped candy. Any kind is welcome! Please send your candy donations in with your student anytime between now and October 30. Thank you for helping us make this a fun and memorable day!

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!

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.

Career Development Update:

During the month of October, 8th graders started the process of developing their Educational Development Plans (EDP). EDPs are updated annually in grades 8-12 as an opportunity for students to develop and refine their postsecondary plans for employment. Our 8th graders explored how their interests match with specific careers and then spent time researching the various aspects of their career matches, including: core tasks, workplace, earnings, education requirements and future demand.
During October and November, AGS 6th and 7th graders will participate in an introduction to career preparation lesson by exploring careers that match their interests. Our 7th graders will take this a step further by attempting to create a monthly budget that stays within the entry level salary of their favorite career choice. This is always a challenge (even for adults), but offers students a great opportunity to decide if their chosen career will meet their needs and lifestyle expectations.
During SRT students have been given the choice to participate in fun career development activities, such as Career Bingo, Pictionary and Escape the Career Fair.

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.

AGS is proudly participating in Socktober! From now until the end of October, we're collecting donations to support those in need. You can find collection boxes throughout the school, and we kindly ask all students to bring in items to contribute. Together, we can make a difference! Thank you for your support. Please send any donations in by Friday, October 31!

Who: Students 7 years and older, plus parents

What: Join the 25-26' club for discounts: $30 per membership card (w/2 lessons)

Where: Tomek-Eastern Elementary Cafeteria

When: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29th

6:00 p.m. for PAST MEMBERS that just need to sign up for 25-26 season

6:15 p.m. for NEW MEMBER information presentation

Informational Letter

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