The Athens City Schools Foundation thanks the following Presenting Sponsors for supporting the 3rd Annual Teacher of the Year Gratitude Banquet at the highest levels of giving! Grayson Bailey Landscaping, Hand Arendall Lawyers, and SwitchDesk. Learn more about the Foundation, banquet and sponsors now!
WiFi on the Go is a new program offered to parents of students and all employees of Athens City Schools. You can receive a portable hotspot device and unlimited data at a special cost. Click here to learn more now.
LeanStream is a new online fundraising platform that has multiple features designed for teachers, support organizations and parents. Everything happens online, and it is quick and easy. Click here to learn more now.
Athens Middle School registration for 2018-2019 information is now available! Click here to view or download the curriculum guide.
Free Tax Services are available based on individual circumstances. Please click link below for more information.
AMS, how about UNLIMITED data on a free T-Mobile hotspot shipped free to your door for $50.00 per month? We say ROLL TIDE to that! And the $50 is a donation that goes to support Athens Middle School too? Well, WAR EAGLE! A game where everybody wins! So whether you are headed to Rocky Top or the Grove this weekend, you'll be a winner for sure with WiFi on the Go. Sign up now at http://bit.ly/AthensWiFi and get your hotspot! #rolltide #wareagle #WiFionthego
Hot Spot Offer
No Tricks & No Treats, Free Hot Spot Offer, Click http://bit.ly/AthensWiFi
Congratulations to the AMS Teacher of the Year!! We are very honored to announced Mrs. Chancey Gregg as Athens Middle School’s Teacher of the Year. Congratulations Mrs. Gregg. #EveryStudentEveryDayWhateverItTakes #athensproud #oneathens
Students that check-in and check-out must provide a written note with one of the reasons stated below to be considered excused.
Girl Power Hour will meet after school the 4th Monday of each month. We will meet from 3:30-4:30 in Mrs. Viers's room (814b, across from the band room). Join us to learn how to develop into strong young women with a sense of empowerment. We will meet on the following dates:
October 29, November 26, January 28, February 25, March 25 and April 29
Our group is open to all girls in 6th-8th grades.
AMS Extra-Curricular Passes We appreciate your continued support of AMS students and recognize the costs of that support and the strain it can place on families large and small. Knowing your commitment to our students, we are very proud to announce the launch of our new Athens Middle School Extra-Curricular Pass Packages! We are offering an All Inclusive Extra-Curricular Pass that is good for all AMS home Extra-Curricular events. This pass does not work for AHS events, only AMS Home events. Pricing is as follows:
Individual Passes:
Single Adult Yearly Pass - $65
Single Student Yearly Pass - $50.
Family Passes:
Family Fall Semester Pass - $100
Family Spring Semester Pass - $100
Family Yearly Pass – $175
Passes will become available for purchase beginning September 19th, 2018. You can pay online by choosing “Pay Fees”. You must print and bring your receipt to the main office to pick up your pass beginning September 19th, 2018.
AMS Library is selling MacBook covers! Please see Mrs. Johnstone for more information. Prices are $20 for solid colors and $22 for designs. We will be offering MacBook accessories and other items in the school store coming soon!
AMS Traffic Flow/Transportation
6th Grade:
● Enter campus on Phillip Rivers Dr.
● Follow route with the cones through North parking lot
● Drop Off and Pick Up - Black and Gold Drive at 6th Grade Entrance
● Exit Campus on HWY 31
7th and 8th Grade:
● Enter campus on Swan Creek Drive off of HWY 251
● Continue on Swan Creek Drive behind stadium and behind AMS
● Drop Off and Pick Up - behind building
○ Students will enter building at one entrance near bandroom
■ Signage will be visible to help signify drop off and pick up
● Exit campus - Continue around the building and exit at traffic light on HWY 31
Bus Transportation The Athens City Schools Transportation Department mailed bus stop notification letters on August 15. Letters detailed your bus stop location and other important bus information for the 2018-2019 school year.
To register for bus service, please contact AMS at 256.233.6623. Questions about bus stops can be sent to the transportation department directly using this link: https://www.acs-k12.org/Page/1929
Free & Reduced Lunch Applications for 2018-2019 Free & Reduced Lunch Applications for 2018-2019 are available online. Click here to apply.
7th/8th grade 2018-2019 Supply List AMS School Supply List 2018-2019
Sixth Grade Center 2018-2019 Supply List
AMS Student Handbook Please note the attendance, dress code, and cell phone sections. https://www.acs-k12.org/Page/418 click 6-12 Handbook.
Student Re-Enrollment Re-Enrollment must be completed for your child to return to school in the fall of 2018. Re-enroll now. For more information, please visit ACS Student Enrollment.
AMS Stay Connected
Get the app! We have a new mobile app to keep you connected at all times. Use the app to check calendars, lunch menus and receive "push" notifications about school events and weather emergencies. To customize your experience, you can select only the schools you want to follow. Download it for free at the App Store or Google Play. Search "Athens City School System."
2018-2019 Course Catalog The AMS Course Catalog/Curriculum Guide is now available. We look forward to a fantastic 2018-19 school year!
