Some of these concepts include:
• Core academic classes with different levels of curriculum
• Related arts classes
• Enrichment and homeroom periods/study time
• Accelerated reader program
• Team planning time
• Character Counts and the 6 Pillars of Character
• Life skills taught in homerooms
• School based interventionist
• Pride calendar and pride activities
• Student-led conferences
• Athletic programs at grades 7 and 8
• Schoolwide behavior management policy
• Keyboarding classes for grades 6 and 7 and Computer Applications class for grade 8. Technology integration in all classes at AMS.
• Communication with home via monthly grade level newsletters and Tuesday take home folders
At AMS we strive to serve our students' needs. Young adolescent learners, ages 10-14, require special middle level programming. Students at AMS are indeed provided with a program that fits their needs.
Best of luck to all for a successful school year! |