🎄 It's time to start making plans for the AMS 12 Days of Christmas, December 5 - 20!
🎅🏻 Get in the holiday spirit and join in the festive fun! ⛄️
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Ashworth Middle School! We will be celebrating this special milestone throughout the year with alumni memories and many other fun activities. This week's "Alumni Memories" features Ms. Brittany Huff! #TogetherAMS #Ashworth50Years
AMS 50th Anniversary throwback to the early days, the 1970's! Do you see someone you know or have photos from your days at AMS in the 1970's? Tag or post them in the comments. #TogetherAMS #Ashworth50Years
Congratulations to Ashworth Middle School, Red Bud Middle School, and Gordon Central High School for their exceptional achievements in mathematics, earning them the designation of Math Leader schools for the 2023-2024 school year. Each school’s recognition reflects its commitment to student growth, achievement, and preparation for future success under the new K-12 Mathematics Standards.
Ashworth Middle School has been named a High School Outstanding Achievement Math Leader for demonstrating excellence in mathematics for 8th grade students taking high school Algebra 1. This recognition reflects the school's high percentage of students performing at the Proficient Learner level or above, underscoring Ashworth’s commitment to numeracy and academic achievement.
Red Bud Middle School has received dual honors as both an 8th Grade Gateway Growth and High School Outstanding Achievement Math Leader for 8th grade students taking high school Algebra 1. This distinction highlights Red Bud’s exceptional growth in eighth-grade mathematics, a pivotal milestone for students, alongside its high levels of student achievement. The school’s commitment to advancing students’ math skills in these critical grades exemplifies the dedication of its teachers and students.
Gordon Central High School has been recognized as a Growth Leader for its noteworthy improvement in mathematics achievement among high school students, as measured by the Algebra: Concepts and Connections End-of-Course (EOC) assessment. This growth distinction celebrates the school’s focus on ensuring all students progress in their numeracy skills, regardless of their starting points.
The Math Leader Awards criteria for 2023-2024 acknowledge schools that have increased the percentage of students scoring at the Proficient Learner level or above. The awards emphasize the significance of numeracy in fifth and eighth grades and require greater growth from schools with lower initial achievement levels. The awards were given at elementary and middle school levels, with high school awards based on the Algebra EOC state test.
State School Superintendent Richard Woods extended his congratulations to these pioneering Math Leader schools, commending their collective efforts. “The skill of numeracy is an essential one, both as students progress through their K-12 education and in their futures. These schools and their educators, students, families, and communities have worked hard to implement the new K-12 Mathematics Standards and prepare all students for life. I commend them on their outstanding work.”
This recognition celebrates the schools’ focus on enhancing students' numeracy skills and ensuring academic success across all levels. Congratulations to Ashworth Middle School, Red Bud Middle School, and Gordon Central High School.
This week is the VAC Fired Up Food Drive! Join in this effort to help others in our community. You may also bring in change - $.50 equals one can. Also, the top three homerooms will win a pizza party!
Picture Re-Take Day will be Friday, November 8th!
Students in Mr. Towe's seventh grade social studies class have been learning about European cultures. This week, they had the opportunity to present their own cultures to their peers.
Today is an At-Home Digital Learning Day.
🎃 AMS teachers and students are showing their spirit today, dressed up for Halloween & Red Ribbon Week! 👻
#TogetherAMS
Ashworth Middle School 6th grade teacher Candice Rhinehart has her social studies class working on a culture project that reflects each student's personal background and interests! The students are doing a great job showing off what makes them unique. #TogetherGCS #TogetherAMS
Order from the limited-edition Warriors Grinch collection, featuring t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts and sweatshirts. Don’t miss out—grab yours before November 3, 2024 using the link below and join the holiday fun with your Warrior Grinch gear!
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Friday, November 1st will be an At-Home Digital Learning Day.
The AMS Halloween Dance is today, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Admission is $5, and concessions will be sold! Also, there will be a costume contest! Remember, costumes must comply with the dress code in the Gordon County Schools handbook. Any student who has had OSS or more than two ISS assignments this year will NOT be allowed to attend the dance.
Happy Halloween Warriors! 🎃
Veterans Day breakfast letters are going home with your students today! See details below.
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Dear Parents/Guardians,
In honor of Veterans Day, we would like to invite veterans to join us for breakfast on Monday, November 11th, 2024, at 7:45 am. If you would like your veteran to eat breakfast with your child, please return this letter with all information filled out completely. Please fill out the bottom portion and return this page to your child’s teacher by Thursday, November 7th. It is crucial that we have an exact number of participants so we may adequately prepare for Veterans Day. We look forward to seeing all our veterans!
Please send this portion back to the school by Thursday, November 7th.
Exciting things are happening in Ms. Abernathy's 6th grade ELA class, students are actively engaging with texts through partner reading, focusing on identifying points of view. This hands-on approach not only enhances comprehension but also fosters collaboration and critical thinking skills among young learners. #TogetherAMS
Strategic Planning Survey Link: https://forms.office.com/r/MpdZUzans2
Gordon County Schools invites you to participate in our school district Strategic Planning Survey, and we greatly appreciate your feedback as we work to shape the future of our schools. Your input plays a crucial role in helping us create positive outcomes for our students and community.
The Strategic Planning Survey is a key part of our process to develop a comprehensive roadmap for guiding Gordon County Schools from 2026 to 2030. This survey allows us to hear directly from community members, parents, staff, and students about their perspectives, priorities, and hopes for our school system. By gathering this feedback, we aim to understand the community’s vision for our schools and identify areas for growth and improvement.
The insights from the survey will directly influence the new strategic plan, which will set goals and outline initiatives that promote academic excellence, enhance student well-being, support staff development, and strengthen community partnerships. Ultimately, this survey empowers the community to play an active role in shaping the future of Gordon County Schools, ensuring that we continue providing the best possible educational experiences for all our students.
You can complete the survey by visiting this link: https://forms.office.com/r/MpdZUzans2
If you would like to review our previous Strategic Plan and our 2020-2025 Scorecard, you can do so by visiting our website and following the links here: https://www.gcbe.org/page/strategic-plan
