AMS Weekly News
November 22, 2022
Amherst Middle School
Email: ams@sau39.org
Website: https://ams.sau39.org
Location: 14 Cross Road, Amherst, NH, USA
Phone: 603-673-8944
Principal's Note
We have a few new updates since the Friday edition of the AMS Weekly News, and as always you can read the reminders below for anything you may have missed.
I want to wish you a warm, safe, and relaxing Thanksgiving break. I am grateful for our talented and caring staff, our curious and hard-working students, and the supportive and generous families in our school community.
Be well,
Kristen
Calendar
November 23, 24 and 25 - Thanksgiving Holiday break
December 2 (Fri): Festive or Flannel Friday
December 3 (Sat): Lion's Club Craft Fair
December 12 & 20: SEE Science (snow date 12/19)
December 13 (Tues): Late start day, school begins at 10:30AM
December 13 (Tues): Winter Band Concerts (snow date 12/20)
December 16 (Fri): Winter Athletic Team Photos
December 20 (Tues): Amherst PTA meeting in AMS Library
December 23-January 2: NO SCHOOL, Holiday Break
January 3 (Tues): School is back in session
January 10 (Tues): Late Start Day, School begins at 10:30AM
January 12 (Thurs): Chorus Concerts (snow date 1/17)
Link to District Calendar for 22-23 School Year
New News
Automated Attendance Letters
Parent Partnership
Thankful for our AMS Nutrition Workers!
Festive or Flannel Fridays in December
Bowling Club
*You don't have to have prior experience
**We are a community and are here to support each other and grow!
***You will have great coaching from our staff to guide you to be the best bowler you can be!
****You can throw it with one or two hands!
Here's a quick video of how fun competitive bowling can be:
https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxFdPW-kiIhieHoGsPHd-JY8D3vyn0aXGNMany resources out there to see how awesome competition is!
Please get in contact with Souhegan AD Kelli Braley kbraley@sau39.org if you have any questions. Join our awesome club, and tell your friends!
Scenes from AMS
Reminders
Spring Coaching Opportunity
Anyone interested in coaching boys lacrosse this coming Spring should contact Athletic Director Jeff Wing (jwing@sau39.org).
Reminder: Computer Use Agreement
When you log in to PowerSchool and click "forms" you will see a form entitled AMS Student Computer Condition & Use Agreement 22/23. We have received many responses but are still looking for several more. Please fill this out in the coming weeks so we can be sure we have this information on file. This is an integral part of keeping our technology equipment in good shape for years to come.
A Few Reminders from the AMS Office....
The first bell rings at 8:23am which is the signal for students to move to LP/MM. School begins at 8:30am.
- Please let us know if your child will be absent or tardy to school with an email to ams@sau39.org or a phone call to 603-673-8944 ext. 1
Bus Passes
Butler Bus requires a bus pass if your child is planning to ride a different bus afterschool or would like to get off at a different stop. Please have your child drop a note from home in the office first thing in the morning with the following information:
- Their name
- Destination, including bus number
- Your signature
8th Grade Yearbook
8th grade students are invited to submit artwork for the 8th grade yearbook. Submissions and questions to Ms. Oltman at joltman@sau39.org
8th Grade Yearbooks are available to be ordered for $24 at: http://tinyurl.com/YB2223
Amherst PTA
Afterschool Activities
Afterschool Clubs and Activities:
- Eagles Jazz Band: All interested students are welcome to join playing typical band instruments (flutes, clarinets, etc.) as well as guitar, piano, and bass! Musicians should see Mr. Swift in the band room for more information.
- Magic the Gathering Club, open to 7th and 8th graders interested in learning and playing the world's greatest trading card game. We meet Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 in room 200 with Mr. Griffiths.
- Innovation & Design Club, open to all students interested in learning about 3D modeling, graphic design, and the engineering design process. We use the TAZ 3D printers and the 45W Full Spectrum Laser. We meet on Thursdays 3:30-4:30 , for more information see Mr. Opre
- Young Chef's Club 5&6 (sign-ups complete) and Young Chef's Club 7&8 has begun, 7th and 8th grade students should check with Mrs. Vordenberg if interested in learning more.
- Student Leadership & Service is open to all students interested in activities to support our school community. We usually meet the second Wednesday of the month afterschool. For more information students should check in with Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Dionne or Mrs. Wyborney.
A Note From Our Nurse
Students should be encouraged to bring their own snacks, cough drops and a water bottle and should not rely on the Nurse to provide these things. We are happy to help in a a pinch, but lately we have found our supplies are decreasing rapidly. Thank you in advance for your understanding!
Amherst School Board - Connecting With the Community
One of the Amherst School Board goals is connecting with the community.
If you have questions or thoughts for the Amherst School Board, send them an email at ASB@sau39.org.