THANK YOU FOR A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR
As we prepare for the last day of school, we would like to thank everyone for a great year. We are so fortunate to have such a supportive school community. The hard work of our students, staff and families has made this a year to remember. We sincerely appreciate your support throughout this past year and look forward to another great year ahead in September. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Rob Messia, Principal
Algonquin Middle School
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MATH AND READING SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Attention Students Entering Grades 6, 7 & 8:
Please check out the information provided on the following website for information about our math and reading summer assignments. The information is up-to-date and reflects what your teachers discussed in classes about the assignments. Be ready to share your work with your math and ELA teachers at the beginning of September. Please click here for more information: https://www.averillpark.k12.ny.us/
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SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS FOR 2023-24
Please click on the following link for information about school supply lists for the upcoming school year:
Grade 6:
https://docs.google.com/
Grade 7:
https://docs.google.com/
Grade 8:
https://docs.google.com/
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GRADE 8 – CHROMEBOOK & CHARGER TURN IN – THURSDAY
Attention Grade 8 Students and Families: Grade 8 students are asked to turn in their Chromebook and charger on Thursday, June 22nd. Students will receive a new Chromebook for the start of ninth grade. All grades 6 and 7 students will keep their Chromebooks at home this summer. Thank you.
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GRADE 8 RECOGNITION DAY ASSEMBLY – FRIDAY
Our Grade 8 Recognition Day Assembly will take place on Friday, June 23 at 8:30am. Please click on the link below for information that was previously shared with Grade 8 families.
https://docs.google.com/
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END OF YEAR EVENTS
Our busy week continues here at AMS!
Wednesday, June 21:
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Grade 8 Social Studies Final Exam
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Grade 7 Spanish/French Final Exam
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Grade 6 Social Studies Final Exam
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Grade 8 Visit to APHS (11:00-1:00)
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Grade 8 Picnic (1:00-2:25)
Thursday, June 22:
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HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS (10:55 am Dismissal)
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Grade 8 Awards Ceremony & Recognition Day Rehearsal
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Grade 7 Science Final Exam
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Grade 6 Science Final Exam
Friday, June 23:
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HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS (10:55am Dismissal)
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Grade 8 Recognition Day Assembly (8:30am)
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Grade 7 Hidden Figures Movie Event
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Grade 6 A Kid in King Arthur’s Court Movie Event
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GRADE 8 VISIT TO APHS
To assist with the transition process, all AMS grade 8 students will participate in a visit to APHS on Wednesday, June 21 from 11am until 1pm. There students will learn more about the high school program first hand from students, teachers and principals. Sessions will include a Q and A session, meet the counselors, extracurricular opportunities and a chance to tour the building.
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GRADE 8 STUDENT PICNIC WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2023
On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, grade 8 students will participate in an end-of-year picnic. In addition to an outdoor lunch with their friends, students will participate in an activity of their choosing including Tiger Ball, tie-dye, rock painting, and board games to name a few. Mr. Ding-a-Ling will also be on hand selling ice cream and other treats. Prices will range from $1-$6.
In order to participate, students must be in good behavioral standing. Any students who receive 2 or more referrals, ESD, ISS, or OSS between May 30 and June 21 will attend a teacher-supported study hall instead.
Please encourage your student to make good choices between now and June 21st. We look forward to all students earning an opportunity to participate in this fun event!
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REMINDERS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
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All medications must be picked up by 6/23 before noon, please call to arrange a pick up time 518-674-7103.
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All students trying out for fall sports will need a physical on file that was completed after 8/31/2022.
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Students entering grades 7 and 9 will need a physical on file in the health office which was completed after 9/1/22.
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All students entering grade 6 must have received the T-dap immunization within 14 days of turning age 11.
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All students entering grade 7 must have received the meningococcal -A immunization.
Please email documentation to dingeev@apcsd.org or fax 518-674-8426 (AMS health office)
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CAMP ADVENTURE
Click here for more information
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AVERILL PARK YOUTH SOCCER CAMP
Click here for more information
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AVERILL PARK YOUTH FOOTBALL AND CHEER SIGN UPS
Click here for more information
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TWIN TOWN WARRIORS TRAVEL BASEBALL TRYOUTS
Click here for more information
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AP ALL SPORTS CAMP IS BACK!
Chris Anderson and Mike Cavotta are proud to announce the return of AP All-Sports Camp! This non-competitive games camp for elementary and middle school students will take place June 28 – July 1, from 9 AM to noon at Algonquin Middle School. The cost is $I20 per camper but discounted rates are available for families. Visit apallsportscamp.com for more information and to register online. Finally, email any camp questions to apallsportscamp@gmail.com.
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DYKEN POND OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP
Click on this link for more information.
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BRIGHTSIDEUP SUMMER CAMP CATALOG
Click on this link for more information.
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PALACE THEATRE SUMMER IN THE CITY
https://drive.google.com/file/
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AVERILL PARK YOUTH TRAVEL SOCCER
https://drive.google.com/file/
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FROM THE LIBRARY
Summer Reading:
This document will help guide you and your child through the summer reading assignment:
https://docs.google.com/
Sora Ebooks and Audiobooks:
All Averill Park students have access to thousands of free and amazing ebooks and audiobooks through Sora. https://soraapp.com/welcome Students log in through their Google account. They select Questar III Boces and then APCSD and then can begin searching for books. Please email Mrs. Ekstrom if you have questions: ekstromr@apcsd.org These e-books are available through the generous support of the Questar III School Library System.
Social Media Use:
A study finds that when young adults limit their social media use to 30 minutes a day, “participants scored significantly lower for anxiety, depression, loneliness, and fear of missing out (FOMO).” Read more here: