MCA (High Stakes) Testing
MCA testing season is soon upon us. Here is some information
to reference as you help your child prepare for these critical
tests. Upcoming MCA II Test dates:
April 13 - GRAD Grade 9 Writing
April 13 - MCA II Grade 11 Math Segments 1 & 2
April 13 - MCA II Grade 10 Reading Segments 1 & 2
April 14 - MCA II Grade 11 Math Segments 3 & 4
April 14 - MCA II Grade 10 Reading Segments 3 & 4
To help prepare: Check out the Minnesota Department of Education
website,
under Assessment and Testing for more information relating to
preparation for the test. Also check out "Perspectives"
for more information related to strategies on helping students
increase learning in specific reading or math areas.
Apollo Chamber and Orchestra Concert
The Apollo music department proudly presents..."Another
Blast from the Past" Pops Concert featuring the Apollo Chamber
and Symphony Orchestras on Monday March 22 at 7:30 p.m. The concert
will be in the Apollo Auditorium. Admission is $5 for Adults and
$3 for Students and Senior Citizens.
Apollo Local Scholarships Available
The Apollo Local Scholarship Listing for 2010 is now available.
Seniors received the listing in their senior social classes on
Monday, 3/22/10. The listing and application is available online
local scholarships, scholarship
application and in the Guidance Office Career Center. The
deadline for most of these scholarships is Thursday, April 1st!
Some scholarships listed have separate applications and deadlines.
Some need to be returned to the Guidance Office and some you send
in on your own. If you have any questions, contact your Guidance
Counselor.
Spring Fling Dance
The Spring Fling will be Friday, March 26 at Apollo from 9:00
p.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 with a food donation or
$6 without. Tickets will be sold starting Monday, March 22 thru
Friday, March 26. All guests from outside Apollo must be approved
in the office by Friday, March 19.
Apollo Monthly Newsletter
All the upcoming events and news may be found on the Apollo Capsule
Newsletter view here.
The Apollo High School Newsletter will be posted by internet
only.
Influenza Information
Apollo students and parents are asked to please follow the guidelines
from the health care providers to stay home if you have a fever
greater than 100 degrees, sore throat, cough or nasal congestion.
If your student is showing any of these symptoms please contact
the Apollo Attendance Office at 253-1600. For more information
please visit the District 742 web
page.
Got Conflict: con.flict (noun) (kon flikt)
Conflict is a natural part of life and we all handle conflict
in different ways. Managing conflict in a school setting can be
challenging. Apollo High School cares about teaching our students
manageable and constructive ways to handle conflict in their daily
lives. Apollo High School is introducing a 9th Grade Conflict
Resolution Campaign called STOP THINK CHOOSE.
Click here for additional information
regarding the campaign. For more information: Contact Ms. Shawn
Gombos at Shawn.gombos@isd742.org Or (320) 253-1600, extension
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Parents Are Important at Apollo High School
Transitioning to High School can be a stressor for some ninth
grade students. Many experience a drop in grades and attendance.
The transition can be difficult due to the physical space of a
new school, new people, new rules and routines. There may be a
feeling of disconnectedness. At Apollo, we are committed to helping
your son/daughter transition in the best way possible. Click here
to view parent involvement belief statements. We want to partner
with you, freshman parents. Please attend the three Freshman Parent
Meetings. Click here to see dates. Working together for success!
That is what Apollo High School is all about! Welcome to a great
school year.
Requesting a Transcript or School Records
Transcript requests require anywhere from one day to two weeks
to process. To request a copy of an Apollo transcript or school
records please follow these instructions.
View for the school
profile.
Discovery Academy - Earn College Credit at Apollo
If you are interested in challenging yourself in different areas
of technology, the Discovery Academy might be for you! Here at
Apollo we offer a variety of college courses that cover areas
like design, engineering, welding, automotives, and construction.
These classes require a Discovery
Academy application. Students also must reference the desired
course under Technology
Education in the 09-10 Apollo registration book. All Discovery
Academy courses result in an official college transcript. For
more information please contact
Mr. Weimer
Advanced Placement Courses Offered
Apollo High School offers a wide variety of options for students
to consider in Advanced Placement. Participation in AP classes
will prepare students for the higher rigor expected in college
coursework. To find out what Apollo has to offer visit our Advanced
Placement Program web site.
Apollo Student Handbook
The 2009/2010 Apollo student handbook is available online. View
the Apollo Student/Parent
handbook and the general
student information.
Accessing Resources From Home
There are useful tools for completing homework from home. Go
to "Reference Tools" on the right side of this page
under Tools, go to "Home Access". You will need a username
and password to access this site. Check in the Computer Lab or
Resource Center for these.
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