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ATHENS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

At AIS, we prepare students for success in secondary school and beyond Our foundation is grounded in instruction, culture, leadership, and systems.

We are Growing our Leadership, Determination, and Empathy Now! Whatever It Takes!

What Makes Us Special

We are an AVID Elementary School. AVID Elementary is a foundational component of the AVID College Readiness System, and supports AVID's mission to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. AVID Elementary's implementation resources, professional development, and philosophy are all grounded in the idea that the growth mindset can be taught to students, and it is through the growth mindset that AVID students succeed in following their dreams and fulfilling their aspirations.

What It Means To Be A Part Of Ais

We are the bridge from the younger elementary years into adolescence. This is the stage where kids find out who they are, what they are passionate about, and what to do with that knowledge.

Instruction At Ais

Our teachers collaboratively create learning targets, lesson plans, and assessments aligned to the Alabama Course of Study Standards. They work together to design engaging lessons and incorporate instructional strategies that engage all students in learning. Teachers use research-based, high-yield instructional strategies to help students learn. They monitor student learning and adjust instruction to address individual learning needs Collaborative teams analyze assessment results and adjust instruction accordingly

What You Can Expect From Us

We will build and support a learning culture for adults and students.

What We Expect From You

We are looking for educators who have a passion for instruction demonstrated by increasing the conceptual understanding, honing the competencies of skills, and building character in their students.

Three Words To Describe Us

Friendly. Energetic. Progressive.

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