AMS FRIDAY NEWS
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1. Selecione seu idioma no canto superior direito em 'Traduzir'
2. Clique em nossa escola no canto superior direito em 'Escolas'
3. Selecione o 'Boletim informativo' na seção 'Notícias'
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1. Selecciona tu idioma en la parte superior derecha debajo de "Traducir"
2. Haga clic en nuestra escuela en la parte superior derecha debajo de 'Escuelas'
3. Seleccione 'Newsletter' en la sección 'Noticias'
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1. Chwazi lang ou nan tèt dwa anba 'Tradui'
2. Klike sou lekòl nou an anwo dwa anba 'Lekòl yo'
3. Chwazi 'Bilten nouvèl la' nan seksyon 'Nouvèl' la
DATES TO REMEMBER
APRIL 21 - 25 SPRING VACATION
APRIL 24 Teen Night AMS & AHS Students Only/Hosted by Abington C.O.P.E.S. at Beaverbrook Elementary School Gym 6:00pm-8:30pm
APRIL 28 AMS Full Day Back to School
APRIL 28 AMS Running Club-CONTINUATION of the Fall Running Club
APRIL 28 AMS Yearbook Order Deadline
APRIL 30 Trimester 3 AMS Mid-Trimester Reports
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, May 16th Grade 8 Semiformal 7-9:30pm
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Good afternoon:
As we begin our April vacation week, I want to take a moment to celebrate our extraordinary cafeteria staff. These dedicated individuals serve well over a thousand meals daily—both breakfast and lunch—to our Abington Middle School and High School communities.
During the past two weeks of AMS spirit days, our entire cafeteria team enthusiastically participated every single day, bringing extra joy to these events in ways our students definitely noticed and appreciated.
I'd like to extend special recognition to cashier Mr. Bill Finnegan. Each day, approximately 300 students pass through his register, and remarkably, he greets each one by name with a warm wish for a good day. This simple personal connection might seem small, but its impact is profound students consistently leave his register with brightened faces and genuine smiles. Thank you, Bill, and thank you to our entire cafeteria team, for being such a vital part of what makes AMS a wonderful place to grow and learn.
We hope that the next nine days allow our community to rest and recharge. There is value in down time and the ability to pursue healthy interests and self-care. We wish you the best of weeks and cannot wait to welcome everyone back on April 28, 2025.
Have a relaxing and restful week.
Mr. MacCurtain, Principal
Ms. Sullivan, Assistant Principal
AMS RUNNING CLUB
The AMS Running Club with Mrs. Calcano will resume Monday, April 28th. Any student that participated in the Fall Running Club can begin again after school in the Spring Running Club on Monday, April 28th. Reminder emails will be sent out to the parents of all the students participating in this Running Club from Mrs. Calcano.
AMS DRAMA PERFORMANCES
On Friday, May 9th at 7pm and on Saturday, May 10th at 2pm, the AMS Drama Club will be presenting “The Little Mermaid Jr” in the AMS/AHS Auditorium! This 1-hour production (with no intermission) features all the favorite characters and songs from Disney’s “The Little Mermaid" animated classic! Tickets will be available prior to each performance at $10 for adults and $10 for children. Please support the wonderful work of our students!
Cast, Crew, and Families/Guardians of the AMS Drama Club should be checking their emails regularly regarding dates/times of “Tech Week” and for special information from Mr. Leonelli. The evening rehearsals are required to attend for participation in the performances. Please reach out to Mr. Leonelli with any questions at timleonelli@abingtonps.org.
Grade 7 & 8 Math Course Placement 2025-2026
Abington Middle School has two grade level mathematics courses in grades 7 & 8. Those are Math 7, Accelerated Math 7, Math 8 and Accelerated Math 8. The majority of students will be placed into the grade level Math course, either Math 7 or Math 8.
In alignment with the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards, a group of students will be placed into Accelerated Math courses. Grade 7 placement into Accelerated Math is based on statewide assessments, a math common assessment in grade 6 and teacher recommendation. Grade 6 parents/guardians will be notified of placement decisions via mail in mid-April.
Grade 8 placement into Accelerated Math is based on statewide assessments, mathematics classroom achievement in grade 7 and teacher recommendation or can be initiated through parents/guardians request. Grade 7 families will only be notified if there is a recommendation for change of placement. This notification will take place closer to the end of the school year.
Grades 5 & 6 Student Council
Please email Ms. Regan if you are not able to attend a monthly meeting. Lauraregan@abingtonps.org
May 6th
June 3rd (End of Year Party)
AMS Music Department News
Music Selections for 2025-2026 Current Grade 6:
This week sixth grade students completed a survey to select their top choices for Music class next year.
There are three (3) options for Grade 7 Music: Band, Chorus and General Music.
Current Grade 5 and 7 students will be placed in their current Music class next year. If your child would like to change their Music selection for next year, please have a parent/guardian email Mrs. McDermod at carolinemcdermod@abingtonps.org prior to Thursday, April 17, 2025.
MCAS 2025 Testing Dates
MATH MCAS
Grades 5 & 6 MATH MCAS - May 5th and May 6th
Grades 7 & 8 MATH MCAS - May 7th and May 8th
SCIENCE MCAS
Grades 5 & 8 SCIENCE MCAS - May 12th and May 13th
CIVICS MCAS
Grade 8 CIVICS MCAS - May 19th and May 21st
AMS REMINDER/BICYCLES AND SCOOTERS
Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school are encouraged to wear safety helmets. Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school must abide by the following guidelines. Failure to do so may result in the loss of the privilege of riding a bicycle or scooter to school. Upon arriving at school, students will park their equipment in the appropriate area designated by a bicycle rack. As you know, cycling is a great way for students to get to and from school, and it can also be a lot of fun. However, it is important to make sure that your child is riding their bike safely.
Here are a few tips for bike safety:
Make sure your child's bike is in good working order. This means that the brakes work properly, the tires are inflated, and the chain is lubricated.
Your child should always wear a helmet when riding their bike. Helmets can help to prevent serious head injuries in the event of a crash.
Teach your child the rules of the road. This includes things like obeying traffic signals, riding in the same direction as traffic, and signaling before turning.
Make sure your child is aware of their surroundings when riding their bike. They should be on the lookout for other vehicles, pedestrians, and objects in the road.
If your child is riding their bike at night, make sure they have lights on their bike. This will help to make them more visible to other drivers.
Grades 5/6 Band Concert Date Change for Spring
Please note the following date change for our Spring 5/6 Band Concert! The concert will now be on Tuesday, June 3rd at 7pm, rather than on Wednesday, June 4th. Please reach out to Mr. Leonelli with any questions at timleonelli@abingtonps.org. The students are doing VERY well and are excited to play their new music for you!
**There is no change for the 7/8 and HS Chorus date, which is Wednesday, May 14th and the 7/8 and HS Band Concert date, which is Tuesday, May 20th at 7pm.
Anonymous Reporting and Safety Link
Abington Middle School has an anonymous tip line to report any concerns about the school, typically used for reporting bullying, harassment, and/or discrimination. The link below allows people to submit reports and concerns that go directly to our administration. While this tip line is anonymous and available as needed, we also encourage you to contact us directly, as we seek to create and maintain a positive school culture and climate in partnerships with families and the community. Click Link Here
HEALTHY ATTENDANCE PRACTICES
Click here for important information/Attendance practices for APS
AMS Nurse News
Please provide the school nurse with an updated physical and immunization form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the nurse, Joan Smith at (781) 616-2951 or email joansmith@abingtonps.org. Please keep your child home if running a fever for at least 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.
*Please ensure your child wears appropriate clothing for the changes in temperature/weather. We strive to have PE and recess outside unless it is raining or the "Real Feel" temperature is 20 degrees or below.
IMPORTANT SCHOOL SAFETY REMINDER
As the school year continues, we want to remind you of the importance of safety around our school campus, especially during drop-off and pick-up times. With many students walking or biking to school, it is essential that we all exercise caution on the roads. Please be extra vigilant when driving near the school and be aware of students who may be crossing the street or riding bicycles. Slow down, be patient, and always yield to pedestrians.
DOOR 10 DROP OFF SAFETY PROCEDURES
When you drop off your students at Door 10 in the morning, please encourage your students to exit the vehicle onto the sidewalk side of the building for safety reasons.
NOTES FROM HOME
Parents must notify the school if your child is to be absent, tardy, or dismissed. A written note must be submitted for each absence stating the date and reason for the absence. A note is also needed to dismiss your child from school or if your child will not be taking the bus home. Phone calls changing student dismissal plans can impact child safety. Thank you for cooperating with this important child safety issue.
LAPTOP REMINDER
Please have your student bring their charged laptop and a water bottle to school every day. (Plastic water bottles please - no glass bottles).