February 2025
Dear Parents,
I hope this message finds you well.
We are over halfway through the school year and I am so proud of all of our students and their continued efforts to do well in school and in our community.
The month of February is a great reminder of the importance of being kind. Kindness not only benefits those who receive it but also contributes to our own well-being, promoting empathy and connection. Iβm thrilled to share that over the course of the school year, our students take time to give back to our community in various ways, such as ringing bells for the Salvation Army, helping with local events and even Christmas caroling at area assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Not to mention all the other activities that they are involved with in groups such as 4-H, Youth Groups, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. All of which contribute to our local communities by volunteering. In addition, we have also had middle school students plan school wide events to help raise money for local charities and national disaster relief. It is important for us to recognize these efforts so we can continue to encourage and support these acts of kindness now and well into the future.
With that said, let's continue to make a conscious effort to spread kindness in our daily lives, whether it's through a smile, a small gesture, or a thoughtful word. If you need a dose of inspiration, check out this link that provides random acts of kindness that you can incorporate into your life: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-ideas
Looking ahead, I encourage parents to stay engaged by checking the upcoming events calendar included in this newsletter. We have some important testing dates and music events approaching, and your awareness and support are essential in ensuring student participation and success.
Together, let's cultivate a world where kindness is not just a choice but a way of life!
Warm regards,
Juli Gauerke-Peter
Principal
Athens Middle & High School
Curling
Curling
Cris Velazquez/ Boys Basketball
Cris has shown amazing self-motivation this past month! He has challenged his teammates everyday, whether it was in practice or in a game by giving everything he has. Cris has done everything we have asked of him and has shown great determination to improve everyday. His effort has never been questioned!
!!Attention High School Parents!!
Seniors: Community Scholarship information can be found on the school website. Due dates are posted online, on the bulletin board outside the counselors office, and have been emailed to you. Any questions please stop by and ask.
Juniors: ACT is coming up. There are many online resources to help you prepare. Stop by and ask if you need help finding them.
Sophomores and Freshman: PreACT is in March. Practice items can be found online. Please stop by if you need assistance.
Scheduling for next year should start soon. Please check through your transcripts and current classes to make sure you are meeting graduation requirements. There are worksheets on the website and there are some in the counselor's office. Stop by and get help filling one out so you can plan for next year.
