Abington Middle School

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As we continue to recognize Nonviolent Conflict Resolution Week, remember that Conflict can be a normal part of life—we don't always agree, and that's okay! But how we handle it matters. Disagreeing doesn't mean being mean, talking behind backs, or excluding people. Let's work through our differences with respect and keep our school a safe space for everyone.

~Mr. File

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Hip Hip Hooray, today is SRK raffle day!!!  Students, remind your advisory teacher it’s raffle day. If you want to play the raffle, make sure your name and the name of the adult who gave you the ticket are on the back.  Put tickets in at the beginning of the month for the most chances to win.  Students can also save their tickets for the ticket trade-in.  Once a month, students can trade in 10 tickets for 1 credit at the SRK Reward Store. Remember, SRK is the Abington Middle School WAY!!
~Ms. Bocian

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Attention 8th-grade Students.  GREAT NEWS!!  Blue Mountain has extended the sign up for the Tuesday Night Ski and Snowboard trips.  The NEW DUE DATE is Wednesday, November 4th.  All information is posted on the High School Alternative Sports Club Google Classroom page (pvaqh6h).  If you have any questions, please stop by room 326 and see Mr. Fogle for more information.  We hope to see you on the slopes this winter.~Mr. Fogle

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The first meeting of the STEM Club will be held on Monday, November 9th. If you enjoy coding, robotics, and engineering, please consider joining. We meet once a month on Mondays. To attend the first meeting, you need to join Google Classroom and complete the Google Form survey. To join the Google Classroom, stop by room C-60 to ask Mr. Carroll or use the join code: k6nh6mbc.

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Today’s book of the day is The last Snake Runner by Kimberley Griffiths Little. Fourteen-year-old Kendall, half white and half Acoma Indian, travels through time to sixteenth-century Acoma, New Mexico, where, in the midst of the invasion of Spanish conquistadors, he joins his Acoma ancestors to play his destined role as the last member of the Snake Clan. 

~Ms. Goldberg

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The AMS Talent Show will take place on Thursday November 5, 2026 at 7pm in the AMS Little Theater.  
We are requesting a $5 Donation for entrance to the show.  All proceeds will benefit the AMS Music Department. See you there!
~Ms. Walker

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Calling all students in grades 6 through 12! Are you ready to express your unique voice and artistic vision? As we honor America’s 250th birthday, we are excited to announce this year’s Creative Expressions Contest!

You can share your message through your choice of medium, including:

• Art

• Music

• Poetry

• Creative Writing

• Expository Writing

Every entry must reference a primary source related to American history to ground your reflection. Submissions are due electronically no later than December 4, 2026. 

For more information, check your school email. Complete the interest form sent in the Creative Expressions Contest message you received on October 8th, 2026.

We are excited to experience your creative expressions!

~Mr. File

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NJHS will be meeting today in Commons A at 3:15. 
~Ms. Geller

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The AMS Student Council is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive from November 4th to November 17th. Please see the attached flyer for the details.
Food Drive Nov 4-17 2026.pdf
~Mr. Mingacci & Ms. Grande

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Any boy or girl who would like to join the wrestling team should join the Google Classroom using the code: ywkownvz. All necessary information can be found on Google Classroom, and any questions should be addressed to Coach Anderson at WilliamAnderson@abington.k12.pa.us. Interested students must have their parents complete the required forms on the Arbiter Sports website before our first practice, which will be December 1st.  

~Mr. Anderson

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Good morning. This announcement is for 7th and and 8th graders interested in cheerleading. There is an interest meeting in Commons A on November 16th 3:15-4:00. PIAA forms need to be completed BEFORE tryouts Dec 1-3.  Please join the Google Classroom to keep up with important information. The code is duknrl2w
  ~Coach Keesha & Coach Quinn