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ATHENS MIDDLE SCHOOL
100 US Hwy. 31 N. Athens, Alabama 35611 p 256.233.6620 f 256.233.6623 www.acs-k12.org/ams Dr. Rick Carter, Principal
PRINCIPAL Dr. Rick Carter rick.carter@acs-k12.org
COUNSELOR Mrs. Lou Ann O'Rear louann.orear@acs-k12.org
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
COUNSELOR
Mrs. Amanda Tedford
Mrs. Shana Winter
amanda.tedford@acs-k12.org
shana.winter@acs-k12.org
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
SECRETARY & BOOKKEEPER
Mr. Graham Aderholt
Mrs. Cindy Baker
graham.aderholt@acs-k12.org
cindy.baker@acs-k12.org
ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL
FRONT OFFICE SECRETARY
SIXTH GRADE CENTER
& ATTENDANCE CLERK
Mrs. Kim Moore kim.moore@acs-k12.org
REGISTRAR Mrs. Tracy Crow tracy.crow@acs-k12.org
Mrs. Misty Miller misty.miller@acs-k12.org
SIXTH GRADE SECRETARY Mrs. Vickie Ford vickie.ford@acs-k12.org
I M P O R T A N T
D A T E S
FOR THE BEGINNING OF THE 2019 SCHOOL YEAR
JULY 22, 23 & 25
Early Schedule Pickup for All Grades Location: AMS Cafeteria Service fee & MacBook fee to be paid at time of early schedule pickup.
AUGUST 6
Open House for All Grades Location: AMS Main Gym 6th Grade: 6:00 - 7:00 pm 7th Grade: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
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During schedule pick up, students will be able to purchase P.E. uniforms. AUGUST 12
Schedule Pickup
Location: AMS Cafeteria This is the alternate date for those who miss the July dates. Service fee & MacBook fee to be paid at time of early schedule pickup.
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SCHEDULE CHANGES
To provide the greatest probability for students to receive requested courses, students are given an opportunity to review the AMS Curriculum Catalog and complete a Student Registration Form. From there, a master schedule is constructed and teachers are hired to ensure that what was requested would be received. Knowing that not every course request can be honored due to conflicts in the student’s schedule, the following procedure provides the greatest potential for requests to be honored. Student registration forms indicate a commitment to completion of the course requested. All 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students will take a math, science, social science, English and one semester of PE each year. Once a schedule is assigned students commit to course completion as defined in the student schedule. Schedule changes should be requested prior to the first day of school. The principal may approve course changes due to extenuating circumstances. There will be a $20.00 charge for each student/parent initiated schedule change. All elective schedule changes will incur a $20.00 charge. SCHEDULE CORRECTIONS
Schedule corrections will be made and only when approved by the following criteria: duplication of courses, courses are out of sequence, or Chorus/Band to be entered due to auditions.
I N F O R M A T I O N
R E F E R E N C E
FALL SEMESTER
The first and second nine-week term of the school year (18 weeks).
SPRING SEMESTER
The third and fourth nine-week term of the school year (18 weeks).
COURSE CORE COURSE
A unit of instruction. Courses required (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) for all students.
HONORS/ADVANCED CLASS
Honors courses are designed for the college-bound student. The curriculum is covered at an accelerated pace and provides students opportunities to take advanced level courses in English, math, and science. These courses follow the Alabama College and Career Ready Standards and include enrichment activities, project based learning, research, and/or laboratory experiences. Honors/Advanced courses are noted in the course registration choices. Sixth Grade Center students are allowed to choose one honors course, 7th Grade students are allowed to choose two honors courses for the year and 8th grade students are allowed to choose three honors courses. They are designed to prepare students to take Honors/Advanced Placement (AP) courses in HS and Dual Enrollment, which allows students to complete college level studies while in high school.
iNOW PARENT PORTAL & STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Parents will receive information regarding accessing student records online at the beginning of the school year.
EAGLE STUDENT SUPPORT TEAM (SST)
The Student Support Team (SST) is a school-based problem solving support group. Team members discuss issues related to specific needs of students and offer teachers assistance in resolving problems. The team is composed of regular education teachers, administrators, counselors, and other individuals as needed. Outcomes of a team meeting may include curriculum strategies and intervention, alternative instructional strategies, behavioral management plans, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, conferences with interested parties, or referrals for additional evaluation.
ONE ATHENS ELECTIVE
This specially designed elective will cover many areas that will be needed to help all sixth grade center students the tools to be successful as they transition to secondary. The elective will cover the following topics: Digital Citizenship, MacBook Basics, Intensive Study Skills, AVID Organization, Safe and Civil Schools Expectations, Athens History and Traditions, and in the spring students will have an opportunity to sample the 7th and 8th grade elective options that will be available to them.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How are grades reported? Information Now (iNow) Parent Portal, Web Portal, Progress Reports and Report Cards
Is there a supply list? A grade level supply list will be release prior to the end of the school year so that parents will be able to have items purchased prior to the first day of school. It will be available on the website and in the local stores. What is the difference between regular and Honors? Both regular and Honors courses will use the Alabama College and Career Ready grade level standards. Honors may have additional readings and materials to supplement courses. Students who meet the qualifications (Data Rubrics) and have parental consent will be selected to take honors classes.
STNEMETATS FEILEB
1. We believe all students can learn. 2. We believe it is important for students to attend school every day and in a safe, secure, and supportive environment. 3. We believe technology is a progressive learning tool for students to reach their greatest potential and provides equity for student outcomes. 4. We believe every student deserves a rigorous, relevant, and engaging learning experience including extracurricular and fine arts experiences. 5. We believe students are valued individuals, and our system will respect and empower them to reach their greatest learning potential. 6. We believe every student is inherently unique and diversity enhances learning. 7. We believe it is important for every student to develop a sense of personal and community responsibility and for the system to promote community service opportunities. 8. We believe honesty and open communication are vital for healthy relationships. 9. We believe passionate teachers have the greatest impact on learning. 10. We believe that school staff should be connected with students and families outside the classroom because learning is a shared responsibility for which school, home, student, and community are accountable. 11. We believe leadership at every level matters. 12. We believe our system is tradition-rich and future-focused in preparing our students for a global society.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Athens City Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of sex, color, handicap, religion, creed, national origin, race, or age in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Federal Regulations. Inquiries or complaints regarding compliance with Federal Regulations may be directed to Title IX, Title VI, and 504 Coordinator, 455 US Hwy. 31 N, Athens, AL 35611 256.233.6600.
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Established 1909
ATHENS MIDDLE SCHOOL 2019-2020 6th Grade REGISTRATION FORM
Date Received
Homeroom Teacher (AIS)
Student’s Name (Last, First, Middle)
Date of Birth
Address
Sex
City
State
Zip Code
Home Phone
Father/Guardian’s Name
Work Phone
Mother’s/Guardian’s Name
Work Phone
Student Lives With
Emergency Contact Name
Emergency Contact Relationship
Emergency Contact Phone(s)
Are you planning to attend Summer School?
Yes
No
Yes
No
If yes, what subjects are you taking?
Do you currently have an IEP or 504 Plan?
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INSTRUCTIONS 1. Please read the Course Selection Guide carefully before you make any decisions. 2. Check your choice. 3. Sixth Grade students are only allowed to select one possible honors course if they feel that is an option. Multiple data sources will be used to evaluate student choice.
Core Courses (Mark only one of each course) English
Honors English
Math
Honors Math
Science
Honors Science Elective Course (Choose One)
AVID
BAND
CHOIR
FINE ARTS Required Classes (All 6th Gr) Social Studies
*Required
Physical Education
*Required
One Athens Elective
*Required
Parent Signature Student Signature
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