Attention all AMS students: If you love to dance and perform, this is the club for you! The AMS Dance Team is a chance for students in Grades 6 through 8 to get moving, have fun, and meet new people. No prior dance experience is necessary. Each week, we will work on a routine that will be performed for the school. If you are interested, complete the Dance Team Interest Form. 20 students will be randomly selected. You will receive an invite for the Google Classroom after names are selected. AMS Dance Team will be held on Wednesdays from November through February.
AMS Dance Team Interest Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduDMkrAHZoGQxggPfYa-Jh0JSKQ59WxJqDTgs9QreYiPccVA/viewform?usp=sf_link
7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball:
For both 7th and 8th Grade girls interested in playing basketball this season, Please go to the Little Theatre This Friday the 27th of October during Advisory from 9:35 to 10:55 for the Interest Meeting.
7th Grade Girls: Please Join Google Classroom with Code: f7z55rf
8th Grade Girls: Please Join Google Classroom with Code: dvhw5oh
Information regarding try-outs and PIAA Clearances is currently posted on the Google Classroom.
BANDS IN THE BONEYARD:
The ASHS Marching Ghosts are hosting our annual "Bands in the Boneyard" this Saturday, October 28 in Schwarzmann Stadium. There are 5 bands performing and the event goes from 5:45-7:15 PM. The weather forecast is looking perfect for a nice fall night!
WRESTLING TEAM:
Any 7th or 8th grade students who would like to join the wrestling team in December should plan to attend an interest meeting after school on Thursday November 2nd in room P102. You should also immediately begin submitting your PIAA health forms on the Planet HS / Big Teams website. Information about this process can be found on the middle school athletics webpage.
The AMS Yearbook is now on sale! Don't forget to pre-order your 2024 edition of the Apparition.
https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/?event=general.displayLanding&jobnumber=4218
ABINGTHON: AMS
Abingthon leaders will be here to help students sign up on Friday, October 27th and Monday, October 30th. during lunches in the commons.
SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION CLUB:
The School Beautification Club will meet this Tuesday after school in room 324.
7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball:
For both 7th and 8th Grade girls interested in playing basketball this season, Please go to the Little Theatre This Friday the 27th of October during Advisory from 9:35 to 10:55 for the Interest Meeting.
7th Grade Girls: Please Join Google Classroom with Code: f7z55rf
8th Grade Girls: Please Join Google Classroom with Code: dvhw5oh
Information regarding try-outs and PIAA Clearances is currently posted on the Google Classroom.
Attention all GSA members: Our next meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, October 25th from 3:00-4:00 in Commons A. If you haven't signed up yet, visit Ms. McGuffin in room 334 or Ms. Benner in room 220 for more information.
Student Council is sponsoring the annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. We are collecting canned and boxed goods to benefit families in our Abington community as the holiday season approaches. Collection locations are Ms. Cantwell's room (157), Mr. Mingacci's room (325), and the cart in the front lobby. The collection will run from 10/18 through November 10th. We thank you in advance for your support!
RED RIBBON WEEK: Happy Red Ribbon Week!. Staying drug free means investing in your current and future health. You don’t have to use drugs to fit in. There are other ways to belong. Celebrate your uniqueness and show it to the world. Tomorrow’s theme is “Wake Up Drug Free.” Wear neon/bright colors.
Attention All Creative Writing Club members:
It's finally here. Our first creative writing club meeting will be held this Monday, October 23rd in the library at 3:05. Please bring your ideas and know how you are getting home after the meeting.
Attention AMS Musicians: Jazz Band Auditions will take place next week, Monday
through Thursday (10/23-10/26). Please stop by room M2 to sign up for an audition time. Any questions, please see Mr. Wetherill.
STUDENT COUNCIL:
Student Council is sponsoring the annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. We are collecting canned and boxed goods to benefit families in our Abington community as the holiday season approaches. Collection locations are Ms. Cantwell's room (157), Mr. Mingacci's room (325), and the cart in the front lobby. The collection will run from 10/18 through November 10th. We thank you in advance for your support!
RED RIBBON WEEK:
Next week, we will celebrate Red Ribbon Week. This is a special campaign designed to encourage participation in drug prevention education and activities. This year’s theme is “Be Kind to You Mind. Live Drug Free!”. The theme is a call to action to speak out in support of healthy choices. It also serves as a reminder that we are all empowered with shaping the communities around us through positivity, bravery and strength. You are encouraged to show your support by wearing red on Monday and participating in the theme days throughout the rest of the week.
In observation of Bullying Prevention Month, students in grade 5 at Copper Beech and grade 8 at Abington Middle School attended an assembly led by educators and public speakers, Mr. Alhassan Susso and Dr. Josue Falaise, who spoke about bullying prevention and respect, the October theme of the Abington Pledge of Character. The presentation, "Turning Adversity into Opportunity," engaged students with a variety of stories to increase their awareness around developing and maintaining positive relationships, treating each other with kindness and respect, and the purpose of valuing diversity. #ASDProud
In observation of Bullying Prevention Month, students in grade 5 at Copper Beech and grade 8 at Abington Middle School attended an assembly led by educators and public speakers, Mr. Alhassan Susso and Dr. Josue Falaise, who spoke about bullying prevention and respect, the October theme of the Abington Pledge of Character. The presentation, "Turning Adversity into Opportunity," engaged students with a variety of stories to increase their awareness around developing and maintaining positive relationships, treating each other with kindness and respect, and the purpose of valuing diversity. #ASDProud
STARTING TODAY: We are enabling a new function of our Thrillshare mass communication system that can automatically translate communications into a parent/guardian's preferred language. Any changes to your language preference for school communications can be made by calling the main office of your student's school.
AMS Dance Team:
If you love to dance and perform, this is the club for you! The AMS Dance Team is a chance for students in Grades 6 through 8 to get moving, have fun, and meet new people. No prior dance experience is necessary. Each week, we will work on a routine that will be performed for the school. If you are interested, complete the Dance Team Interest Form. 20 students will be randomly selected. You will receive an invite for the Google Classroom after names are selected. AMS Dance Team will be held on Wednesdays from November through February.
AMS Dance Team Interest Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduDMkrAHZoGQxggPfYa-Jh0JSKQ59WxJqDTgs9QreYiPccVA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Attention AMS Musicians: Jazz Band Auditions will take place next week, Monday through Thursday (10/23-10/26). Please stop by room M2 to sign up for an audition time. Any questions, please see Mr. Wetherill.