AMS Parent Peek
November 12, 2023
Thank you!
Thanks to Futuma Hussein and the Immigration Resource Center for providing the staff with some wonderful sambusa and tea. We feel so appreciated by our AMS family!
Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, November 22nd - Friday, November 24th
AUBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEKLY ATHLETIC UPDATE
Monday, November 13th:
BASKETBALL PRACTICE:
8TH GRADE GIRLS: 2:15-3:45
7th GRADE GIRLS: 3:45-5:15
7th GRADE BOYS: 5:15-6:45
8th GRADE BOYS: 6:45-8:15
Tuesday, November 14th:
BASKETBALL PRACTICE:
8TH GRADE GIRLS: 2:15-3:45
7th GRADE GIRLS: 3:45-5:15
7th GRADE BOYS: 5:15-6:45
8th GRADE BOYS: 6:45-8:15
Wednesday, November 15th:
BASKETBALL PRACTICE:
8TH GRADE GIRLS: 2:15-3:45
7th GRADE GIRLS: 3:45-5:15
7th GRADE BOYS: 5:15-6:45
8th GRADE BOYS: 6:45-8:15
Thursday, November 16th:
BASKETBALL PRACTICE:
8TH GRADE GIRLS: 2:15-3:45
7th GRADE GIRLS: 3:45-5:15
7th GRADE BOYS: 5:15-6:45
8th GRADE BOYS: 6:45-8:15
Friday, November 17th:@ EDWARD LITTLE HIGH SCHOOL GYM
BASKETBALL PRACTICE:
8TH GRADE GIRLS: 2:15-3:45
7th GRADE GIRLS: 3:45-5:15
7th GRADE BOYS: 5:15-6:45
8th GRADE BOYS: 6:45-8:15
WAYS WE KEEP STUDENTS SAFE AT AMS
Safety is our first priority. This is why we have high expectations for student behaviors. It is why we train to evacuate and we train for intruders. Every staff member has multiple ways to access administration and are capable of making emergency calls as needed.
All the doors are locked all the time, external and internal
Hard wired phones in each room
Cameras that are observed
Secure front entrance
Badged staff
Practice safety measures
Staff members every 10 feet in the building
We do not have unannounced visitors
Bates mentors are trained and have background checks
Staff have multiple communication devices to contact others for immediate assistance
Reminder of rules around personal technology at school (Cell Phones)
Odyssey of the Mind Team at AMS
Odyssey of the Mind Information Night for parents and students
Thursday, November 14th
5:30-6:30 PM
AMS Technology Lab with Mr. Rowe
Notice: We cannot add new students without parent volunteers for coaching
Watch this video for an overview.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWHP64kUhWc
Teams are formed of up to seven students and a coach. Each problem solution requires an 8-minute performance, with specific requirements and limitations unique to each problem type. From writing scripts and acting, to building structures and designing vehicles – there is a problem that appeals to all types of interests.
There are 3 scoring elements for each team. The Longterm Problem can earn the team up to 200 points. The spontaneous Problem can earn up to 100 points. The Style category can earn up to 50 points. A perfect score, therefore , is 350 points.
Once your team knows the problem limitations, it’s time to create a solution! This can be done any way the team wishes, but usually takes place over a few months during team practices and work sessions.
Ideas become reality as the team builds sets, creates props, makes costumes, writes scripts, and more. Then it’s all about practice, practice, practice!
There are two levels of competition – State Finals, and World Finals.
To learn more about OM:
National Association:
https://www.odysseyofthemind.com
Maine Association:
IMPORTANT DATES
- Thanksgiving Turkey Trot: Friday, November 17th. Raises funds to send students to summer camp and we collect Food to support out families for Thanksgiving.
- Please remember to call or email the main office at AMS when your child/student is going to be out of school or tardy to school. Email us at: AMSattendance@auburnschl.edu or call 207-333-6655
AMS Parent Teacher Organization
This year, we are:
- Organizing Dances: 1/19/24 and 3/29 then the 8th Grade Semi Formal near 6/9/24
- Thanksgiving Turkey Trop: Friday, November 17th. Raises funds to send students to summer camp.
- Teacher Appreciation each Month but focusing on May 8th - 12th.
- Various CORE competitions
Communication
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