Albert Leonard Middle School

9/04/24 - FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

9/15-10/15 - Hispanic Heritage Month

9/16-9/20 - Start with Hello Week

9/19/24 - Meet the Teacher Night 6:30 PM

9/25/24 - ALMS PTA Meeting 6:00 PM

9/25/24 - 8th Grade Pictures

9/26/24 - 7th Grade Pictures

9/27/24 - 6th Grade Pictures

*9/26 & 9/27 - Co-Curricular Lunch Fair

9/27/24 - 6th Grade Movie Night - See below for details

Throughout the first few classes Ms. Carew had her students get into groups to work on their team building skills! They had to work together to create structures out of dried spaghetti and marshmallows! It was a day full of trial, error, and fun! Students needed to work together, communicate, and problem solve to accomplish this task!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to remind you about our upcoming Meet the Teacher Night, which will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. this evening. This event is a valuable opportunity to meet your child's teachers, gain insights into our educational approach, and foster a strong home-school connection. This email has two attachments: a copy of the blank schedule and a welcome video created by our Media Club students.

To ensure that the evening runs smoothly and is productive for both you and our staff, here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Please allow enough time for parking; it will be crowded. You may consider carpooling.

2. Bring your child’s schedule with you: We will follow a Day 3 schedule. Please arrive on time to ensure you have enough time to visit all your child's teachers. Our staff will be available during the specified hours.

3. Bring a Notepad: Bring a notepad or device to take notes during your conversations. This will help you remember important information discussed with each teacher.

4. Collect Handouts: Teachers may provide important handouts or syllabi for their classes. Be sure to collect these materials for reference throughout the school year.

5. Google Classroom: Check in with your student’s teachers to ensure you are linked to their Google Classroom pages. This typically comes through your e-mail, please be sure to check your Spam Folder as well.

6. Respect Time Limits: Keep in mind that other parents are also eager to meet teachers. This is a general meet and greet time, should you have any individual questions regarding your student please follow up with the teacher and/or counselor at a later date.

7. Follow Up: After the event, review your notes and follow up with any additional questions or concerns via email or scheduled meetings.

We look forward to seeing you at Meet the Teacher Night and working together to support your child's education. If you have any further questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our school office.

Please click here for a Meet the Teacher Night Greeting from the Principal.

Click below for a blank student schedule. Ask your child to complete it.

Thank you for your continued partnership in your child's education.

Sincerely,

Dr. Camille Edwards-Thomas & The ALMS Administrative Team

Mr. Collin Smith, Assistant Principal

Ms. Elizabeth Alvarez-Pena, Assistant Principal

Ms. Kristen Muschio, Dean of Student Life

It has come to our attention that students are engaging in a game where backpack tags are being removed from others backpacks in order to collect them. We have made several morning announcements regarding this behavior and that there is a zero tolerance policy for touching any other students belongings. Any student that is caught engaging in this practice will be brought to Administration and parents/guardians are being notified. We remind students that they are responsible for their own belongings and common areas such as the cafeteria, gym, and outdoor recess where bags are placed in large groups should not be visited by students without adult supervision. We are asking for your support in speaking with your child in reference to these practices and behaviors. WE STRONGLY SUGGEST YOUR CHILD KEEP THEIR TAGS AT HOME WHERE THEY WILL BE SAFE.

To ALMS Parents and Students,

As a Middle School student, you are required to come to school with your district-provided chromebook charged. The district-provided chromebook is also your responsibility; if it's in your backpack, locker, on a bus, or at home, you must keep it protected from being damaged or lost/stolen.

Please refer to the AUP and Device Loaner Form, which you have signed with your parent/guardian, and review the terms and conditions listed on the form both inside and outside of school.

To all parents/guardians, please speak with your child regarding Chromebook care and responsibilities. Some of the computers are damaged due to students spilling liquids, tossing them to the ground during recess, getting knocked around in a backpack, or dropping them. Damaged Chromebooks are subject to fees. You may want to consider purchasing a case as was indicated on the school supply list.

You can refer to our Acceptable Use Policy and Device Loaner Form (linked above) for the CSDNR policy.

If you are in need of a new device for any reason, the first step is to fill out a Droplet Form (found within the link above). Once filled out, the child can report to the computer lab in the building for next steps. Thank you!

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Pick Up & Drop Off:

• We encourage families to consider using alternate drop off/pick up locations to avoid the congestion in the ALMS Traffic Circle.

• The Green Arrows indicate the ALMS Traffic Circle traffic pattern

• The Red Lines indicate the Bus Drop Off & Pick Up Locations. DO NOT PARK IN THESE AREAS

• The Blue Lines indicate common alternate drop off and pick up locations to avoid the congestion of the traffic circle

Metrocards/Bee-Line Buses:

• Regular Bee-Line busing will begin on Thursday, September 5, 2024 for eligible students. All students who wish to utilize Liberty Lines Bee Line Service will be required to use a Metrocard or Student Pass.
• Your child may purchase a STUDENT PASS or a MetroCard, not both.
• Students MAY BOARD THE BUS without a Metrocard ONLY during the first few days of school. After the initial period, MetroCards are Required on every trip the students take on the Bee Line buses.
• Metrocards will be available for purchase during student lunch periods starting 9/5/24.

  
  

• Students who pre-purchased a MetroCard via the online RevTrak system students must bring a proof of purchase / printed receipt to pick up their card.

• METROCARDS are $9.00 per card and are good for 8 trips per card. A maximum of 2 cards per month may be purchased. There are no replacements.
• STUDENT PASSES are $115.00 for a 5 month period. Lost or stolen cards will be replaced for $5.00. STUDENT PASSES are valid M-F 5:30 a.m. through 8:30 p.m. on Bee-Line buses only.

• We understand that students will need time to acquire a Metrocard/Student Pass, so it will not be required during the opening days of school.

• Bee Lines Buses are public buses. Students must be at their designated bus stop prior to the arrival of their bus.

• Click Here for the ALMS Bee-Line Bus Schedule.

• Click here for the half day dismissal bus stop schedule

Click here for the CSDNR Transportation Webpage which includes Metrocard pricing details

The school district renewed the tutor.com license for middle and high school students! See the attached fliers for more information!

Website: https://albertleonard.nred.org/
Phone: (914)576-4339