ACMS Athletics/Activity Newsletter
July 28th, 2023
Athletic/Activity Update Week of March 18th
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news about our 7th and 8th grade choir students. The Wednesday, before spring break, they participated in a choir competition and achieved an outstanding accomplishment! Our choir received a straight "1's" outstanding rating from every judge, showcasing the hard work, dedication, and talent of our young singers. Additionally, we are proud to announce that our soloists Imre Thomas, Bella Babb, and Karrington Marshall also received "I" ratings for their exceptional performances.
We concluded the Thursday before spring break with Exploration Day, which proved to be a positive and successful experience for our students. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without the support of our community, parent volunteers, and the fundraising efforts that occur in the fall.
As we enter the last nine weeks of the school year and approach the spring sports season, we are excited about the opportunities ahead. We have a track meet scheduled for April 8th and would greatly appreciate any assistance with running field events. Below, you will find a sign-up sheet for those interested in volunteering.
ACMS Sports
Track and Field
Track Practice begins on Monday. We have 220 athletes out for our program. Our first meet will be in Salina on March 28th. Our first home competition is April 8th. Please sign up below if you can help
Tennis
Tennis Practice is from 3:15 to 4:45 daily. First Competition is at Derby North on March 21th.
Spring Sports Pictures: Track, Tennis, and Math Relays
Attention parents! Get ready for team and individual photo day on 3/27 with Pete Iseman Photography. You can view and order the images online through the Photoday gallery platform. Don't miss out on the prepay credit special, which gives you free shipping and a 10% discount on your order. Just text ACMSSPRING24 to 90738 to access the gallery and purchase a credit, which can be used toward your order. You can save an average of $11 with this option, and you'll get several poses to choose from. If you end up spending more than your credit amount, just pay the difference at checkout. You can keep any unused credit on your account or request a refund. Once the images are uploaded, you'll receive a text notification automatically.
If you would prefer to view the images on your computer browser, you can also click on this link and use the same code from above when prompted: my.photoday.com
Contact Pete if you have any questions about these exciting photo opportunities!
ACMS Performing Arts
ACMS Activities
Math Relays March 19th starting at 3:30
ACMS StuCo
3-25 Fruit Snack Monday: Individual snacks: fruit snacks, single serve chips, individual cereal cups, protein bars
3-26 Paper Towel Tuesday: Paper towels, disposable paper plates and bowls
3-27 Diaper Wednesday: Disposable diapers; especially need premie and small
3-28 Toiletries Thursday: Mouthwash, men or women deodorant, toothbrushes and toothpaste
PAWS (Parents Acknowledging Wonderful Students & Staff)
Parents and even grandparents are invited to attend meetings and participate in our committees. It is not necessary to attend meetings to be a part of PAWS! Most activities are organized entirely by email. If you would like to included in emails please send a message to paws.acms@gmail.com
Other Information
- Mark Your Calendar-Wednesday, April 24th-6:00pm-7:00pm Sports Information Night at ACHS- this is for summer activities and camps for the Central Schools.
Incentives for 3-18-24
8th Grade won fewest office referrals and 7th grade had the best attendance for Exploration Day.
Our Score is now 8th-30, 7th-24, and 6th-28
This week we are looking at the class with the highest percent that met their GPA Goals.
Final Forms and Sports Physicals
Please have physicals and final forms completed if your child plans to participate in Fall sports. Links to both are attached below.
Please note that your child will not be allowed to participate in any school sports program until the KSHSAA physical examination form and the Final Forms registration process are complete.
GoFan Tickets
Andover Central Middle School is moving to online tickets for all games and will no longer be accepting cash at the gate, in alignment with Andover Central High School. This transition means that tickets for various events can now be conveniently pre-purchased online or at the gate using a card. By eliminating the need for cash transactions, the school aims to streamline the ticketing process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for students, parents, and staff. With this move, Andover Central Middle School is not only embracing technological advancements but also fostering a safer and more convenient environment for all stakeholders involved in their events and activities. Cash and Cards will be accepted at the Concession Stands.
March Family Talk
Healthy communication is a must for strong relationships with our children. Head over to usd385.org/familytalk to find tips for engaging with your child in meaningful ways through all that life brings.
Family Support for Success
We are excited to continue this opportunity for families in Andover this semester! Have you ever had questions about how to support your children or their learning and not been sure who to ask? Take advantage of our program that will connect you with our district’s Family Engagement Consultant, Alysia Rich, for a one-on-one conversation to discuss your specific questions. Some ideas about topics to discuss are:
- understanding grades or assessments
- how to establish routines and habits at home
- how to best support your child’s learning
- behavior and responsibility
To sign up for a one-on-one session please complete this form and Alysia will contact you.