AHS Student Bulletin

This is a reminder that anyone picking up a child from school must be on the student's identified pickup list and must come into the reception area to present their ID. Students will not be dismissed to anyone that is not on their contact list. In the event that a student has their license, parents/guardians must indicate in their dismissal note that the child will be driving themselves.

We have also seen an uptick in students signing out of school for driving lessons. This is a reminder that driving lessons are not an excused absence from school. We ask that families to find times outside of the school day to schedule these lessons. Additionally, we will be enforcing the same dismissal procedures, and if the person picking that child up for a lesson is not on the contact list and does not present proper ID, they will not be allowed to leave. Student safety and attendance are top priorities, and we appreciate your support.

We have set a date for the SEPAC morning coffee support group! This will be held at Water St Cafe at 9am on Monday February 10th.

We are really getting rolling now and will be planning new events! Would you mind sending out a quick blast to the parents?

Thank you in advance and have a wonderful week!

11: Mark your calendar for College Night for Juniors on February 5th at 6pm in the Francis E. Lawlor auditorium. Students and parents are invited to attend; this year's guest speaker is an admissions rep from UMass-Lowell.

11, 12: If you have documented disabilities and plan on taking the SAT or an AP Exam this year, please see Mr. Sydow in Guidance at least three months in advance of your test date to review the process for requesting accommodations.

12: When you receive an acceptance from a college, please bring in your letter or forward the email to Mrs. Foley/your guidance counselor. You can then put a star up on the acceptance board!

Any scholarship information (regional, state or national) received by Guidance will be added to the Scholarship Search section under the Scholarships & Money header in Naviance. The information will also be added to the blue Scholarship binder in Guidance.

Help is needed to maintain the ice rink at the town park. If you are interested contact Dan Ouellet at 978-504-0213.

Some Options Include:

shoveling when it snows
shoveling to get the crust off before our almost daily coating
picking up trash
being part of the resurfacing process.

Norovirus, is a highly contagious "stomach virus/bug" that causes vomiting and diarrhea, and is currently on the rise nationwide. To help mitigate the virus here at AHS, please review the following signs & symptoms and recommendations from the CDC.

Signs & Symptoms:

• Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach Pain

• Fever, Headache and Body Aches

Prevention:

• Wash hands before eating, preparing or serving food

• Clean and Disinfect Contaminated Surfaces

• Stay home when sick and per AHS Policy may return to school 24 hours after vomiting/diarrhea has stopped and/or your child is able to tolerate a normal diet

Student Health Guidelines - 24-25 SY (1).pdf

To learn more about the virus, signs and symptoms, treatment and ways to help prevent contracting the virus review here: Norovirus | CDC

Wow! Senior year is upon us for the Class of 2025! Be on the lookout for announcements from the class about all of the exciting things to come this year.

SAVE THE DATE FOR GRADUATION!

Friday, May 30, 2025 - Landry Stadium - 7 pm

We can't wait to celebrate your graduates!

Class questions? Email advisors Mrs. Johnston and/or Mr. Opolski.

kaitlin.johnston@amesburyma.org

ian.opolski@amesburyma.org

Yearbook questions? Email Ms. Leary.

barbara.leary@amesburyma.org

All the bus routes can be found by following the link below

https://schools.amesburyma.gov/cms/lib/MA02201857/Centricity/Domain/154/9.16.24%20route%20updates%20.xlsx%20-%20HS.pdf

Save the Dates!

2/5/25

Junior College Night

6:00 pm - AHS Auditorium

Meet with our guidance team to learn more about beginning the college process.

2/6/25

PRT Day

11:30 dismissal

Breakfast and lunch will be served.

2/10/25

Mac 'N' Monday

5:30-7:30 pm - AHS Cafe

Come support the AHS Class of 2027 and eat some mac & cheese! $5 per person

2/17/25-2/21/25

FEBRUARY VACATION - NO SCHOOL

2/22/25

Build a Buddy Fundraiser

9:00-11:00 a.m.

Bring your little one to build a stuffed animal and support the Class of 2026. $30 admission

2/27/25

Principal's Coffee

8:30-9:30 a.m - Dr. Ricci's Office

RSVP to Jennifer Machado (jennifer.machado@amesburyma.org) by 2/25/25

Link to School Calendar

Order AHS Spiritwear to support Boosters! The sweatshirts, hats, blankets and shirts make great gifts for the holidays or any occasion! Click on the link below to order.

https://amesburyboosters.com/

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