AMS CHROMEBOOK HELP DESK
Should your child need technical assistance with their Chromebook, please encourage them to visit the library circulation desk, particularly during Morning Meeting. During Morning Meeting, Mr. Anderson, and soon a small crew of tech-savvy students, will be there to help your child with technical challenges by triaging and sharing common problem-solving strategies. Should your child’s chromebook challenge be more significant, their Chromebook will be sent to the Technology Department and they can be provided a loaner Chromebook while their Chromebook is under repair. Thank you.
OPEN HOUSE – THURSDAY
As a reminder, parents and guardians are encouraged to attend the AMS Open House scheduled for Thursday, September 12 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Parents can also attend one of our “Pre-Open House Workshops” on either the Dignity for All Students Act or Response to Intervention, which start at 6:00 p.m.
Please see the flyer (which was provided in hard copy form during Morning Meeting today) linked below for more information about this event. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday evening.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mNlLYSS9Gm1L5l6Pukny31A7pa5PIPmr/view?usp=sharing
APO MEETING – MONDAY – 7PM
The Algonquin Parent Organization will have their first meeting of the year on Monday, September 16 at 7 p.m. in the AMS Library. This is one of only three meetings during the year and lasts less than one hour. Please consider attending and find out how you can be involved in this outstanding group that supports our school in so many ways.
WE ARE WARRIORS EVENT
Coming up on Thursday, September 26, students are encouraged to stay after school and participate in on our “We Are Warriors” sports afternoon. Students can stay after school with a teacher from 2:40-3:20 p.m., then spend some time in the Recess Area hanging out with friends from 3:20-4:00 p.m. and then cheer AP on to victory watching the Modified Football, Girls Soccer or Volleyball team matches. Students must have a ride home at the conclusion of the sporting events (typically 5:15 p.m.).
Parents are welcome to attend and be a part of the fun as well! In the past this has been a great time for everyone involved and a great way for students to show their Blue and Gold pride. We look forward to a great afternoon where we will celebrate our vibrant modified athletics program.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS ATTENDING APHS ATHLETIC EVENTS
Any student attending a high school sporting event must be supervised by an adult. Middle schools students are not to be unsupervised during APHS athletic events. Thank you for your assistance with this safety matter.
STUDENT COUNCIL – OFFICER ELECTIONS
Any 8th grade student interested in running for student council should plan on attending an informational meeting after school on Thursday, September 12 in room 800. Students may take the late bus home. If you are unable to make the meeting, please see Mrs. Kehn in room 800 during morning meeting.
APO FALL BOOK FAIR: VISIT AT OPEN HOUSE!!
**COME STUFF YOUR KIDS’ HOMEROOM BUCKET WITH CASH!!**
The home room collecting the most $$ will get a DONUT party!
Students should look for their home room bin at the book fair.
(Parents can stuff the bin during Open House!!)
The Fall Book Fair runs from Tuesday, Sept 10, during lunches, through Monday, Sept 16.
Book Fair is also open during Open House (9/12) from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. near the cafeteria. **Purchase books from Teachers’ Wish Lists or purchase a gift certificate for a teacher**
Students who make a purchase at the book fair get a chance to win a FREE poster.
The money collected from the homeroom contest goes to “All For Books”, a Scholastic program that helps buy books for the library AND the teachers… PLUS Scholastic matches every dollar collected by donating a book to a child in need through a variety of charitable organizations.
*If you are unable to make it to the book fair; you can shop the on-line book fair at:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/algonquinmiddleschool4
*Parents: You can also set up an “eWallet” for your student (a convenient payment option); just click on the above link**
If you are interested in volunteering, contact Denise Nero danero530@gmail.com
APCSD NOW ON INSTAGRAM
Follow news from the school district on Instagram. Follow the district on Twitter and Instagram: @ AverillParkCSD. Also, follow our Algonquin accounts on Twitter and Instagram: @ APAlgonquinMS.
GET ON THE EMAIL LIST FOR THE AVERILL PARK EDUCATION FOUNDATION (APEF) EVENTS:
The APEF is a non profit that provides grants to our teachers to help provide enriching experiences and educational opportunities for our entire student community.
If you weren’t aware, the APEF is the organization that has helped to fund
AMS grand piano
Music in our Schools programming
Science electives in the high school
Robotics Club equipment
AMS and APHS digital announcement system
3D printers and other chrome book technology
Multiple visiting authors, speakers and entertainment at all schools
Teacher continuing education
And so much more…….
Consider joining their email list to receive Event invitations (Gala 11/15/2019)
Get on their list by clicking on the link – all information will be digital in 2019: https://tinyurl.com/APEFInformation-Events
Thank you for your support.
MORNING DROP OFF
For those parents dropping their child off at Algonquin in the morning, please review the traffic pattern map linked below.
It is important for student safety that students get dropped off on the sidewalk marked on the map. Please do not drop your child off in the middle of the parking lot.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UzUWGZ3cro2yvJRugBu7qN6MA44pC2B8/view?usp=sharing
AFTERNOON PICK UP
For those parents picking their child up at the end of the day, please review this map. We ask that if you pull into the large parking lot and keep the driveway clear for bus traffic, which will allow for a more efficient dismissal.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2MrYymjFoQsRFN1T2hQMjUxWDA/view?usp=sharing
FROM THE LIBRARY:
There is a special event you might be interested in: A 10th Anniversary Event Inspired By The Disney Movie Series DESCENDANTS – And Featuring A Star Of The Movie, ….Thomas Doherty (“Harry Hook”).
Join us Saturday, September 21, 2019 at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center for the largest Back to School Expo in the Northeast. From 10 am to 3 pm thousands of families will enjoy ongoing entertainment, hands on STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) experiments, interactive exhibits, celebrity appearances and so much more!
Ticket Options: Children 2 years of age and under are free.
General Admission – $10 if paid in advance / $13 at the door
Visit this link for more info.: http://www.backtoschoolexpo.com/
The info. above is from the link provided.
SAND LAKE CENTER FOR THE ARTS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING:
The Sand Lake Center for the Arts is offering after school programming for Algonquin students. The program will take place at the SLCA from 3:15-5:15 p.m. with transportation provided by the school district. “Circus Theatricks” will run from September 16 to October 24 and thanks to the Troy Music Hall Charitable Foundation is free for the first 22 AMS students that sign up! “Myth and Magic” will run from October 2 to November 22 on Wednesdays and Fridays and costs $100. Please click on the following links for more information:
Circus Theatricks: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cd66Ajfw-TB78cAW-FFMr_ID-YPhA8Ha/view?usp=sharing
Myth and Magic: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MzqznUU-MWO5M3XyX7ZF0VBxDwjAXFrk/view?usp=sharing