AMHS Weekly Update
December 6, 2021- December 10, 2021
HOW TO STUDY FOR FINAL EXAMS?
As we approach final exams, below are some ways to help your student be successful in retaining information so that they can do well on their final exams. (adapted from The Princeton Review, "How to Study for Finals")
- Get Organized. Students should organize their notes and study guides for each class prior to studying,
- Make a Game Plan. Students are taking exams in all 7 classes. Have students make a plan that carves out specific times for their study sessions.
- Start Early. If you haven't started studying for final exams, start now. Many teachers have been reviewing the material in class with students, so now it is time to set aside time each day to review course material to ensure that they know it prior to the exam.
Study in this order: a) definitely b) probably c) might be on the final. Students should use their study guides to help them know the focus of the final and NOT as the final exam. They will need to identify concepts that they have had difficulty with during the semester and go back to their note to be sure that they understand the concepts prior to the exam.
Devote time to the classes that are the toughest. Identify the classes that you have had the most difficulty with his semester and devote more time to these classes. Write down questions that you may have and be sure to attend tutorial sessions to ask questions regarding concepts that may have been difficult to grasp.
Form a study group. Nothing motivates us like our peers. Take the opportunity to study with your peers and review the class material, compare notes, or work through tricky concepts. Remember, that even though you are studying as a group you are responsible for understanding concepts independently.
Get creative with study aids. Identify the best ways for your to internalize the course information and use it. Whether is analogies, acronyms, flashcards, etc. this will help you remember important concepts when needed.
Make sleep a priority. Getting the proper rest is important. There is no need to cram for your finals. The added stress will not help you to remember the concepts you need to do well on your final exam.
Take a break. Believe it or not, but short five-minute breaks while studying help to maintain your focus.
Brain food is real. Eating healthy and drinking plenty of water to keep your brain firing on all cylinders
FALL 2021 FINAL Exam Schedule
Final Exams will begin on Wednesday, December 15th. Students are expected to follow the exam schedule above. Friday, December 17th is an Early Release Day and students will be released at 12:10 pm. Students who do not show up to take their final exams will need to report on January 3, 2022, from 9:00, am until 1:30 pm to make up their final exams. No early exams will be administered.
GA Milestomes End of Course (EOC) Benchmark Assessment #2
Going on Now: EOC Tutorials
EOC Tutorials have begun. Students are invited to attend tutorial sessions on Tuesday and Thursdays from (3:35 pm - 4:35 pm)
Tuesdays: Coordinate Algebra and American Literature
Thursdays: Biology and US History
To ensure student safety, please be sure to pick up students attending tutorials no later than 4:45 pm.
Bank of America Student Leaders Program
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
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Swimming @ Chamblee @ 6:00 vs. Dekalb Schools
Wrestling @ Arabia vs. Tucker / Lithonia
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
JV Boys Basketball @ McNair @ McNair @ 6:00
Thursday, December 9, 2021
9th Grade Boys Basketball vs, Columbia @ Columbia @ 6:00
Friday, December 10, 2021
Varsity Basketball vs. Mays HS @ Arabia @ 5:30 & 7:00
JV Wrestling Tournament vs. Dekalb Schools @ SWD @ 5:30
Saturday, December 11, 2021
JV Wrestling Tournament vs. Dekalb Schools @ SWD @ 9:00 AMJV Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Druid Hills @ Arabia @ 10:00 and 11:00 AM
9th Grade Boys Basketball vs, Lithonia @ Arabia @ 1:00
Winter Sports are Here!!! Purchase tickets Online
Student Success Academy
Greetings Ram Scholars,
Our school district has formed a partnership with the Students Success Academy. This virtual mentoring program provides students with their own success agent. The paired agent will assist your student with goal setting, academic support, career guidance, and adulting.
Registration is simple and there is no cost to parents or students.
DCSD Tech Cafe Training Events for Parents and Caregivers
AMHS Yearbook Orders
Time to order your 2021-2022 AMHS yearbook! CLICK HERE for the order form, order link, and pricing details. Yearbook cost is $80, and the deadline to pre-order is March 11, 2022.
Class of 2022 parents and families, it's time to honor your seniors by ordering yearbook ads. CLICK HERE for complete details and the order form.
Class of 2022 News
Seniors, click here to complete your Class of 2022 Information Sheet!
Senior Remind Join Codes
- Click to join the Remind for your last name and counselor:
- Last Names A-F (Banks): https://www.remind.com/join/3hb222
- Last Names G-M (Sherman): https://www.remind.com/join/khddkd
- Last Names N-Z (Teague): https://www.remind.com/join/bka99b
Cap and Gown Orders from Jostens
CLICK HERE to order your cap, gown, stole, and tassel package from Jostens.
Cost: $75 (plus tax); deposit: $50
Please order by October 31, 2021. All balances must be paid by April 1, 2022.
CLICK HERE for a printable with helpful QR codes.
COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS
Parents and Scholars,
ACT: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html
College Board: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
Parents of students who are seeking accommodations for either exam should reach out to our testing coordinator, Mr. Paris Burd at Paris_Burd@dekalbschoolsga.org.