Dear AMS Families,

As we approach the end of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support and partnership throughout this academic year. Your involvement and dedication have played a crucial role in making this year a successful and enriching experience for our students. Together, we have navigated the challenges and celebrated the achievements, and I am truly thankful for the collaborative spirit that has defined our school community. It is through our combined efforts that our students have been able to grow, learn, and thrive.

As we wrap up the school year, I wish you and your families a restful summer break. May it be filled with fun, relaxation, and wonderful memories. We look forward to welcoming our students back in the August, refreshed and ready for another exciting year of learning.

4th Quarter Report Card Distribution

• Report cards will be sent home with students on the last day of school. This decision was made primarily to avoid the substantial cost of postage, which individual schools are now required to fund.
• This process helps us allocate more resources directly to our students' educational needs. If your student is not on campus the last day of school, you may always view their final grades through the PowerSchool Parent Portal or come by the school to pick up their report card in the front office. Contact: Lori Nugent

2024 Spring EOC/ EOG Score Reports

Students will bring home school curated data sheets this afternoon. In addition, parents of students who took EOG or EOC tests this spring will be able to view their child’s Individual Student Report (ISR) in PowerSchool on the dates listed below. To view your child’s ISR, log in to PowerSchool (https://wcpss.powerschool.com/public) and click on State Test Reports in the left side of the menu. (The ISRs will only be viewable in the web-based version of PowerSchool.

They are currently not viewable in the PowerSchool mobile app.)

Results will be available on the following schedule:

• Week of June 24 for all students who tested through June 21*

• Week of July 8 for all remaining assessments.

• For additional information about how to interpret these results, please view this short video or go to the NCDPI ISR webpage or the WCPSS Understanding EOG/EOC Test Results page.

Lost and Found

Please be sure to check the Lost and Found as soon as possible. We will donate items at the end of the school year!

Kind regards,

Mrs. Raleigh Bame

While we operate with a limited staff during the summer months, we are only open to the public for appointments and registrations during the following hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. For registration information, please reach out to Lori Nugent at lnugent@wcpss.net

Any rising 7th & 8th grader interested in trying out for Fall Sports should read the 24/25 Fall Sports Information Sheet. All necessary information is included in this document. Fall Sports Tryouts will begin on 9/3.

Any rising 7th & 8th Grade Boy interested in attending optional summer Basketball workouts should complete the linked form. Please read the directions in the google form for dates and times of workouts. Any interested participant must complete the Dragonfly Registration process prior to attending workouts.

Any rising 7th & 8th grader interested in attending optional summer Football workouts should complete the linked form. Please read the directions in the google form for dates and times of workouts. Any interested participant must complete the Dragonfly Registration process prior to attending workouts. Students should also join the Football Team CANVAS page to stay up to date on any information this summer.

It's yearbook time! Thank you to all who purchased AMS yearbooks online. We have a limited number of yearbooks for purchase on a first come first serve basis. Checks must be made out to Varsity in the amount of $35. Cash in the exact dollar amount will also be accepted. Your child can bring payment to room 2211 in Building B during homeroom. Thank you for supporting Apex Middle School!

Date and Time: (students and staff only)

• 6th Grade CAPP Celebration ~ Monday, June 10th

• 7th Grade CAPP Celebration ~ Tuesday, June 11th

Celebrations will occur during each grade level’s elective time.

Reminder:

• Our 8th grade students enjoyed a sunny CAPP event today (pictured above)!

• Our aim is to create an enjoyable and rewarding celebration for our Cougars! It's a fantastic opportunity for our students to celebrate their progress and achievements in a fun atmosphere.

• To ensure this celebration is unforgettable, we need your support!

Please consider signing up to contribute items via the SIgn Up Genius link below to support our remaining 6th and 7th grade events.

AMS End of Year Testing Celebration

We are trying something new this year! To minimize waiting times for families after the 8th-grade commencement ceremony, please fill out the checkout form below in advance of the ceremony day.

NOTE: There are NO tickets for the 8th Grade Commencement. The event is a first come, first serve experience. We recommend arriving early. Doors will open at 8:30 am for visitors to begin accessing seating in our gym. Please be prepared for warm conditions. Although we have asked for the county to "pre-cool" our gym overnight, the age of our gym system is a factor during warmer months.

If you have already completed this form before or on June 12th, there is no need to sign out again after the ceremony. NOTE: Students who remain on campus after the commencement will follow a normal school schedule. There are no special activities planned after the event.

If a current AMS sibling will attend the ceremony and leave afterward, please sign them out in advance using this form.

Ice Cream Social: We are hoping to organize a frozen treat celebration on Wednesday, June 12th. If you would like to donate items, that would be greatly appreciated! We are in need of the individual serving ice cream cups, ice cream sandwiches, or popsicles (they must already be frozen). We would also need napkins/paper towels and spoons. Please have items to the school by Monday, June 10th with your child's Homeroom teachers name on the item(s). Thanks so much for all you do!

Library Books: Please return books to the media center asap

Field Day: Students can bring a towel or blanket to sit on during the event. Also, water bottles, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen (applied at home) are encouraged. Sneakers MUST be worn. Cleats and Crocs are not allowed. Team colors, signs, chants, etc. are all fair game and encouraged.

Veeder: Blue

Dewar: Red

Grz: Lime Green

Ganzel: Turquoise

Maynard: Orange

Schroeder: Purple

Tate: Kelly Green

Paxton: Dark Green

Simpson: Pink

DePerno: Gray

Important Dates:

Mon, June 10: CAPP Celebration (during electives)

Tues, June 11: Field Day - Wear Homeroom color

Wed, June 12: Last Day - Ice Cream Social - Hawaiian Theme

NO 6TH GRADE CHECKLIST THIS WEEK