AMHS Weekly Update
February 13-18, 2023
Attention Parents and Students: No Food Deliveries Allowed
Food delivered to students by outside delivery companies or peers will be confiscated. If a student opens an outside door to allow an outside food delivery, they will face disciplinary consequences as that creates a security risk. If you have questions, please contact your student's grade-level administrator.
Region 4-AAAAA Tournament- February 13th, 14th and 15th at Arabia Mountain High School
FLEX Restore Recovery Option
Students,
If you are planning to retake a failed course this semester, Spring 2023, please see your counselor to ask about the FLEX Restore Recovery option.
- You must have earned a course grade of between 55-69.
- This option is not recommended for athletes.
- Student/parent agreement forms are due back by February 21.
Talk to your counselor for details:
- Mr. Deas, all 9th grade
- Ms. Banks, 10th-12th grades, A-G
- Ms. Sherman, 10th-12th grades, H-P
- Mrs. Teague, 10th-12th grades, Q-Z
SAVE THE DATE: SPRING 2023 HONOR ROLL PROGRAM-THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd
Region 1 and 2 PTSA DeKalb Council Winter Meeting (Virtual)
PLEASE READ: Arabia Mountain High School Uniform Update
Arabia Mountain High School is a uniform school. When students enrolled at AMHS, the agreement was for students to wear the AMHS uniform daily. Our uniform is a symbol of pride for the Arabia Mountain High School student. Additionally, the uniform helps our faculty and staff members identify our students as they walk through our hallways. Thus, our uniform also serves as a safety measure in that we are able to quickly identify individuals who do not belong in our building. All students are expected to be in their full AMHS uniform daily. Over the past month, I have noticed students making changes to our uniform and we need your help to ensure that your student is adhering to the uniform policy.
Below are some reminders:
- Mondays have been designated as “Blazer Mondays” all students are expected to be in their blazers each Monday.
- Outerwear: Solid Navy, Hunter Green, White, or Black (no denim or other colors). Hoods should NEVER be worn in the building. Uniform shirts should be worn underneath the school-appropriate outerwear at ALL TIMES.
- Bookbags/Sports Bags: Clear or Mesh bags ONLY. Sports bags should be stored in a gym locker (students should have a lock for their gym locker).
- Shoes: Crocs, Yeezy Foam Runners, Athletic Slides, Mules, or Slippers are not allowed.
Periodically, we allow students to participate in Spirit Days/Spirit Weeks. Students are allowed to dress in AMHS spirit wear or specific themes for specific days (i.e., Homecoming Week, Senior Week, etc.). However, students must follow the school and district’s dress code. For example, students are able to wear an AMHS Spirit Shirt with blue/black jeans (no rips, tears, etc.) on spirit days, no leggings, no shirts showing mid-drifts, sweatpants, cargo pants, or joggers, are allowed during Spirit Days/Spirit Weeks.
Due to the increasing number of students who are violating the uniform policy, we have decided that we will pause Spirit Days/Weeks until further notice. I will announce when we reinstate Spirit Days/Spirit Weeks via School Messenger moving forward. Below is a copy of the AMHS Uniform/Dress Code Policy to review with your student.
CORE Content Tutorials for Spring Semester Schedule
Non-core Content Tutorial Sessions are on Mondays from 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm
Core Content (ELA, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) Tutorial Sessions
Tuesdays: ELA and Math
Thursdays: Science and Social Studies
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
To ensure student safety, please be sure to pick up students attending tutorials no later than 4:45 pm
Junior-Senior Prom- TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Attention Seniors and Juniors!
It is that time of year! It is time to purchase your prom ticket. Prom will be at Georgia State University's Center Parc on Saturday, April 15, 2023. Prom begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 11 p.m. The theme for the 2023 Prom is A NIGHT IN LAS VEGAS! Ticket sales will begin Monday, January 9th. Tickets will be sold during lunch in room C211. The first 40 tickets sold will be $80.00. After those 40 tickets are sold, the ticket price will increase to $100 until February 14th. Cash or money order are accepted only, NO CHECKS. Ticket prices will increase as we get closer to the actual prom date. Here are some things you need to know:
- Guests cannot be older than 21 years of age
- All guests who do not attend DeKalb County Schools will have a background check (license information is needed at the time of ticket purchase)
- There will be NO ticket sales at the door. Repeat: There will be NO ticket sales at the door due to security and venue restrictions and set-up.
- Last day to purchase your ticket will be April 13th at 3:20 p.m.
- Once you exit the first floor of the venue, you will not be allowed back in.
This is a very spacious venue with patio access to the inside of the stadium. There will be NO in and out of the venue. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Sanford in C211.
Canvas for Parents
Parents and guardians, keep up with your students' assignments, schedule, and class announcements in Canvas, the learning management system adopted by DCSD and used by AMHS teachers. There are two steps to set up observer access to your student's Canvas account:
- Look up the pairing code in your student's Canvas account. CLICK HERE for instructions on looking up the pairing code.
- Use the pairing code to set up your parent Canvas account. CLICK HERE for instruction on setting up the account.
School Information
The Georgia Department of Education Parent Survey
DCSD Social Media Guidelines for Students
Parents,
It is important that our scholars represent themselves in a positive manner online and think about what they post on social media outlets. One question to always think about is, "Would my post look good to college admissions counselors or employers?" Encourage your student to assume that someone is always observing their online actions.
See the DCSD Social Media Guidelines by clicking the following link: https://bit.ly/2wWOHmC
AMHS Athletics
This week in athletics:
Monday, February 13th
Varsity Soccer vs. Drew Charter @ Drew Charter @ 5:30 pm / 7:30 pm
Region Basketball Tournament @ Arabia Mountain (1st game begins @ 4:00 pm)
Wednesday, February 15th
JV Soccer Boys vs. Cedar Grove @ Godfrey Stadium @ 5:00 pm
JV Soccer Girls vs. Tucker @ Arabia Mountain @ 4:00 pm
Tennis vs. Tucker @ Henderson Park @ 5:00pm
Region Basketball Tournament @ Arabia Mountain 4:00 pm
Thursday, February 16th
Tennis vs. Lithonia (Girls Only) @ Sugar Creek @ 5:00
Baseball vs Columbia @ Arabia @ 4:30pm
GHSA Wrestling Traditional Tournament @ Macon Centreplex
Friday, February 17th
GHSA Wrestling Traditional Tournament @ Macon Centreplex
Region Basketball Tournament @ Arabia Mountain 4:00 pm
Saturday, February 18th
GHSA Wrestling Traditional Tournament @ Macon Centreplex
Track All Comers @ Chapel Hill HS
Earning Parent Volunteer Hours
Parent involvement has been the key to the continued success of the students at Arabia Mountain High School. Each year Arabia Mountain High School parents/guardians must complete 10 hours of volunteer service hours each year to maintain enrollment at AMHS. Parents can volunteer at the school or school events to earn their volunteer hours or provide donations of $105.00 ($10.50 = 1 volunteer hour).
It is the responsibility of the coach/sponsor of the organization to provide the list of their parent volunteers and hours to Ms. Bills at the conclusion season or event. Parents need to be sure they are signing in at all events to ensure an accurate account of their volunteer hours. Please click the file below to see some of the ways you can earn your volunteer hours. We look forward to seeing you at AMHS!!!!
Do you know your Counselor?
Senior Information and Opportuntities
Arabia Mountain High School (AMHS) Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) Scholarship
The mission of the Arabia Mountain High School (AMHS) Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is to encourage and enrich the educational, advocacy, and volunteer experience of its students. It is with pride that we award these scholarships to encourage the furthering of their education beyond high school. These awards are given to students who have shown determination to enrich themselves with their high school experience and who give of themselves to their community.
The Ascent Educational Foundation, Inc.
The Whiteside Foundation Scholarship
The Whiteside Foundation is dedicated to the future of children and making sure that they have the resources that are needed to be successful. This scholarship is offered to graduating high schools seniors who live in a single-parent household. The recipients will be awarded $1000 towards school expenses.
Requirements
Graduating High School Senior
GPA: 2.75 or higher
Formally accepted by college or university that is deemed as a Historically Black College and University
Part of a single-parent household
Majors choice: STEM majors, Education, Criminal Justice or International Studies
Complete and submit the application below and email your official acceptance letter to thewhitesidefoundation@gmail.com by the deadline below to be considered.
Deadline: April 30, 2023, by 11:59 PM
For more information visit The Whiteside Foundation's Website
James L. Thornton Memorial Scholarship Fund 21st Year
Seniors from Lithonia, MLK Jr., Arabia Mountain, and Miller Grove High Schools are eligible to apply.
The James L. Thornton Memorial Scholarship is in its 21st year and we are again making 3 scholarships available this year.
The application and essay are due (postmarked) by March 18, 2023. For more information CLICK HERE.
AMHS PTSA PRESENTS 2023 GRAD BASH
Student Opportunities
Dual Enrollment - Earn College Credit
Emory University College Preparatory Program 2022-2023
Testing Information
SAT Test Dates
ACT Test Dates
Parent and Family Engagement
DCSD February Tech Cafe'
Session Links
February 7, 2023: https://bit.ly/TechCafeFeb7th
February 21, 2023: https://bit.ly/TechCafeFeb21st
Principal Advisory Council (P.A.C.)
What is PAC?
The PAC is a group of the principal and elected members of the school, including 2 teachers and 4 parents. The PAC’s focus is the Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP) which involves initiatives for Science, Math, Attendance, and Graduation.
What Do We Do?
We meet once a month throughout the school year and discuss action items to support student achievement, current activities related to the school and district, and community engagement. We establish specific goals each year to work towards that allow us to stay focused and productive.
The members of the Principal Advisory Council are accountable to the constituents they serve. The purpose of the Principal Advisory Council is to bring parents, school employees, students, and community members together to create a better understanding of and mutual respect for each other’s perspectives and share ideas for increasing student achievement and performance.
1. Maintain a school-wide perspective on issues;
2. Act as a link between the school and the community;
3. Encourage the engagement of parents and other stakeholders within the school community; and
4. Work to increase student achievement and performance through transparent operations and shared best practices.
The Principal Advisory Council operates under the control and management of the DeKalb County School District and will follow Board of Education policies and procedures. The Principal Advisory Council provides advice and recommendations to the school principal, the local board of education, and the local school superintendent on matters related to school climate/culture, student achievement, and community partnerships.
All meetings are open to the public and some meetings are open for commentary. For more information on the PAC in general, visit the district’s website: www.dekalbschoolsga.org/principal-advisory-councils for more information.
Please visit the Principal Advisory Council link on the school's website for more informaiton.