Email: jared.paschall@acs-k12.org
Website: acs-k12.org/ams
Location: 100 U.S. Hwy 31, Athens, AL, USA
Phone: 256-233-6620
Facebook: facebook.com/AthensMiddleSchool
Twitter: @amseagles

AMS students will dismiss early at 11:30 AM on Thursday, December 7th for the Athens Christmas Parade. This is for AMS only!

Monday, December 11th-Exam review

Tuesday, December 12th-Regular schedule-Students will test in 1st, 3rd, and 5th period

Wednesday, December 13th-Regular schedule-Students will test in 2nd, 4th, and 6th period

Thursday, December 14th-Make up exams

Exam exemptions will be for the fall and spring semester also. The following excerpt is from our district handbook.

Excerpt from the Handbook:

Students receiving an In School Suspension (ISS) and/or Out of School Suspension (OSS) assignment voids all exemptions.

Students who have the following grade at the end of the second grading period (1st semester) and fourth grading period (2nd semester) may be exempt for that class:

1. 92 with no more than three excused absences

2. 85 with no more than two excused absences

3. 80 with no more than one excused absence

*Doctor's notes do not count toward exam exemption absence totals.*

Students who receive an unexcused tardy twice to any class will void exemptions for that class. An unexcused absence to any class voids examination exemption for that class.

Please submit your pictures from the Neon Dance, fall sports, dress up days, or any other AMS school activities. To submit your pictures, use the following link https://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/?code=amseagles

Please read the following statement from Mrs. Beth Patton, ACS Superintendent, regarding bus reminders for students and families.

Mrs. Dean's 8th grade Science students were very creative with their modeling of molecules that are important in our lives. Science in Action: STEAM

All medications must be hand delivered by the parent or guardian to the nurse. This includes students who "Self-Administer" and/or "Self Carry" medications. The nurse must verify all orders before students are allowed to carry and self-administer their medications. Students are not allowed to carry medication on them while at school without proper physician orders giving permission to carry medication. Further information on medication guidelines are available in the 2023-2024 Student-Parent Handbook for grades 6-12 on pages 23-25.

kelley.anderson@acs-k12.org

With the cooler temperatures comes the increase of cold and flu cases. Remember: Per Athens City Schools policy, a student with a fever of 100.0 or greater should not come to school. A student at school with a fever of 100.0 or greater will be isolated from the classroom and the parent/guardian will be contacted. Students should not return to school until they are fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.

Students should not return to school until they have NOT been vomiting for 24 hours. Nurses will use their judgement when requesting students to be sent home from school for vomiting.

If a student brings cough drops or cough medicine to school, the student must have a Prescriber/Parent Authorization (PPA) completed and signed by a parent or guardian.

Find out if your family qualifies for Free and Reduced Lunch by completing the 2023-2024 Free and Reduced Lunch Application. Only one application is necessary per family. Families must re-apply each school year to potentially receive this benefit. Apply at acs-k12.org/nutrition.

2023-2024 ACS Student Daily Lunch Pricing:

$2.75 - PAID (Family does not qualify for free or reduced lunch)

$0.40 - REDUCED (apply to see if your family qualifies)

$0.00 - FREE (apply to see if your family qualifies)

If you have any questions or need help with your Free and Reduced Lunch Application, contact Dr. Tandy Blackwell, Director of Child Nutrition, at Tandy.Blackwell@acs-k12.org or (256) 233-6600.

Apply to see if your family qualifies today!

AMS Cheer recently participated in two different competitions. At the UCA Magic City Regionals in Birmingham, they placed first in both the Small Junior High and Large Junior High Game Day categories. At the AHSAA Cheer North Super Regional Competition they placed first in Large Junior High Game Day and second in Small Junior High. They will compete at the State competition in December. Congrats ladies!

Tickets and passes are available on the GoFan app or at gofan.co/app/school/AL109.

*AMS/AHS Student All Season Sports Pass $30
*AMS/AHS Adult All Season Sports Pass $75

View athletic schedules at acs-k12.org/athletics.

Athens City Schools is implementing a new Clear Bag Policy for all athletic events beginning Friday, September 1, 2023. This new security enhancement affects bags allowed in stadiums, gymnasiums, and fields. The implementation of this measure is to enhance public safety.

Permitted Bags

Athens City Schools encourages our Golden Eagle fans to not bring ANY type of bags inside ACS Athletic Facilities. However, the following bags are permitted:

• Bags that are CLEAR plastic, vinyl, or PVC that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" (tote bags, fanny packs, cross-body bags, etc.)

• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziplock type bag or similar)

• Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand).

Please note that individuals are limited to (1) clear bag plus (1) small clutch. Fans are welcome to bring cameras, binoculars, and small seat cushions/pads, however, cases are not allowed. During inclement weather, blankets are permitted and must be tossed over the shoulder or arm.

Exceptions to this policy include medically necessary items, subject to inspection. Individuals with proper credentials from Athens City Schools or recognized media organizations may be granted an exemption for bags that do not meet these guidelines. However, bags will be subject to screening and inspection.

Learn more at acs-k12.org/athletics.

In an effort to make all Athens City Schools athletic event experiences GOLDEN for all spectators, fans and families, please take a moment to review the Golden Guidelines, implemented in 2022. Thank you for supporting Athens City Schools Athletics. It's great to be a Golden Eagle!

Never miss a weather alert, school closing or important update. Download the ACS mobile app to stay connected at all times. Use the app to can check calendars, lunch menus, and receive "push" notifications about school events and weather emergencies. Download the free app today at the App Store for iPhones or Google Play for Android devices. Search "Athens City School System."

Be sure to allow alerts, pushes and banners in your phone settings under "notifications" to properly receive notifications. In the app settings, please select the schools from which you wish to receive updates. Contact our office with any questions. 256-233-6600

Email: jared.paschall@acs-k12.org
Phone: 256-233-6620

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Phone: 256-233-6620

Email: leslie.sedberry@acs-k12.org
Phone: 256-233-6620

Email: josh.fuqua@acs-k12.org
Phone: 256-233-6620