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Counting down...only 6 more days until school opens on Wednesday, August 21st.
Teachers have returned this week and have begun to work on curriculum planning as teams of teachers. With this focus, we are confident that our students will have equitable experiences with the courses taught by more than one teacher. It will help ensure that each student will experience similar content, similar delivery and common assessments. With some of the schedule teaming that we did with math and science and English and social studies, the master schedule is tight and focused for student support and achievement. Therefore, we will not be able to move students easily; however, we believe that this schedule's emphasis, coupled with the work the teachers have begun, will contribute positively to an outstanding educational experience for every student.
AMHS is also scheduled this year for HSTW/SACS evaluation, and we expect that this work will forward our efforts for a strong presentation of our liberal arts program and our common vision. In short, we are off to a really good year and expect to serve every student well. Thank you in advance for your support of our efforts to continue to strengthen AMHS.
Two brief, but important, reminders:
School start time is now 8:10 AM!! Students should plan to arrive at school by 8:00 AM.
School dress code has adjusted the cutoff for shorts and skirts to mid-thigh, and shirts must have a shoulder width of at least 3 inches. I realize that these adjustments may seem tough, but AMHS is a community of boys and girls, men and women, and everyone is entitled to feel comfortable and able to focus on the academic experiences offered.
The Arrival/Dismissal Plan is shown below to assist with the driving patterns on the campus. Our SRO, Officer Snipes, will help us every day with monitoring campus speed limits and adherence to the driving plans, which are designed for safety and the efficient flow of traffic. (The bus is still best!!)
Judith Peterson
Principal, AMHS
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Bonds Wilson Campus
2013-2014
Arrival: 7:40 AM to 8:10 AM
Parent Drivers: Will use the right lane only and drop student riders at the Rose Maree Myers Theater
Student Drivers: Will use the left lane only and enter the parking areas at the first left (AMHS) or the second left (AMHS and SOA).
Teachers: AMHS teachers will use the right lane and enter the parking areas to the right ; SOA teachers will use the left lane and enter the parking area at the second left.
Departure: 3:00 PM to 3:40 PM Parent
Drivers: Will proceed in the right lane to the Rose Maree Myers Theater for pick-up. Students may not be picked up at any other location. Once the students are in the car, parents will exit to the left only.
Student Drivers: Will exit left through the AMHS or SOA parking areas and "merge" with the parents leaving the theater area.
Teachers: Will exit to the right from the AMHS parking area and turn left (at SOA parking area) to exit the campus.
All cars must follow this pattern; no cars are allowed behind the buildings or in the bus loop.
Students and parents may not drive through the teacher parking areas under any circumstances.
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Volunteer Opportunities
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WELCOME DESK VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
If you are looking for a low-key way to become involved at AMHS, this is a great option. Volunteers staff the welcome desk daily when classes are in session. We are primarily responsible for answering the AMHS phone and greeting guests. We also perform other tasks while at the desk to help out the staff, such as mail organizing and conference scheduling. We have 3 shifts per day from 8am-3:30pm. If you are interested in being a part of this group, please email amhsofficevol@gmail.com or call Lisa Short at 697-3240 for more information.
FOOTBALL CONCESSIONS COORDINATOR
The football team is looking for someone to coordinate the concession stand for the football games for the 5 home games at the Danny Jones Field. The team will supply volunteers to cover the concessions, but is in need of a coordinator. If you are able to help please email Sydney Delanty at sdelanty@comcast.net.
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Support Raptor Football
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 The Raptors start their season on Saturday, August 16th. Mark your calendar for their upcoming games! Aug 16 at St. Johns (scrimmage) 6 pm Aug 22 at The Citadel - Sertoma Classic TBA Aug 24 (Sat) at home vs. Lincoln 7:30 pm Aug 30 Open Date (No game scheduled) Sept 6 at home vs. Military Magnet 7:30 pm Sept 13 at Branchville 7:30 pm Sept 20 at home vs. Bishop England 7:30 pm Sept 27 at Woodland 7:30 pm Oct 4 at home vs. Ridgeland 7:30 pm Oct 11 at Garrett 7:30 pm Oct 18 at Burke 7:30 pm Oct 25 at North Charleston 7:30 pm Nov 1 at home vs. Battery Creek 7:30 pm Nov 8 State Playoffs begin TBA |
Attention Class of 2014!
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It's hard to believe, but it's time to think about senior photos. Tumbleston Photography is our official school photographer, and you must have your senior portrait taken by the studio to appear in the yearbook. You will receive a letter with appointment information soon from Tumbleston. In the meantime, information is attached about costs, scheduling, etc. The yearbook deadline for senior photos is August 24, 2013. If you have any questions, contact larissa_bortz@charleston.k12.sc.us.
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The Yearbook Needs Your Support
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 This year was a banner year for the AMHS Carpe Diem yearbook staff. For the first time in school history, the yearbook sold out! Our amazing staff is gearing up for another great year, and we need your help. The Carpe Diem staff is hitting the streets to sell advertisements and we'd love your support. If you'd like to purchase a business ad, attached is a form with information, pricing, etc. If you have any questions, please contact larissa_bortz@charleston.k12.sc.us. And thank you for your continued support! |
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2014 Spring Break Trip to England, Scotland, & France
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 If you are interested in going on the Spring Break Trip 2014 to England, Scotland, and France, please use the EF Tours link below to find more information.
The total price for students is $3652 (includes everything but lunches and cancellation insurance). If you have already traveled with EF, you can receive an additional $100 savings. Go to eftours.com, then type in the tour number 1229635. You can view the itinerary and other details. Sign up online with a $95 deposit, and make monthly payments.
Any questions, email Dr. Altman at Mary_Altman@charleston.k12.sc.us or call 746-1300, ex 26227. We look forward to traveling with you!
Dr. Altman, Mr. McCormick, and Mrs. Lankford
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School Calendar
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First day of school!
August 21
Pie Board Meeting
August 22
Labor Day Holiday
September 2
Open House
September 11
Convocation for Students & Evening Presentation
October18
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Click on this link to receive the Raptor Report.
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Check here for PIE events and information. The link will remain all year, so be sure to check for updates.
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| PIE Update
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Registration was a great success thanks to the efforts of our PIE parent and student volunteers! Thank you especially, to Robyn Bradley, who didn't miss a minute of the four days of registration, and has worked diligently to organize the Memberships and Directory information. I am so appreciative of all who give their time and energy to help our school succeed on so many levels! Open House will be held on Thursday September 11th in the Caf� beginning at 6 pm. Parents will pick up a copy of their students classes and have an opportunity to follow their schedule and meet the teachers. PIE will give a report on our budget and our plans for the coming year, and everyone will cast their vote to approve the budget. We will have several tables open for parents to join PIE and link up to other ways we can help our wonderful school, staff and teachers. Look to purchase our new "Top Ten in the Nation" car MAGNET and the new 22 oz. TUMBLERS with unique art by nationally acclaimed FOM (Friend of Magnet) artist Tate Nation! Don't miss the Open House, and keep checking the Raptor Report for news of all the exciting events we have planned to keep parents "In the Know". I'm looking forward to a really terrific year!
Christen Hall, PIE President
PIE Board 2013-2014 Elected Board Members
Christen Hall, President
Nina Hoffman, Vice President
Sharon Beeson, Treasurer
Cheryl Levin Roberts, Secretary
Brenda Rindge, Member-at-Large
Committee Chairs and other Board Members
Robyn Bradley, A/B Honor Roll, Membership/Student Directory Co-Chair
Open, Auction Gala Co-Chairs
Christen Hall, Family Enrichment/College Fair
Coleman Legerton, Grocery Store Partnerships
Ellen Schaaf, Hospitality
Elaine Coen, International Dinner Co-Chair
Lisa Short/Debi Rieflin, Office Volunteers Co-Chair
Cathy Cocolas, Raptor Report
Cammie Camp, Staff Appreciation
Sarah Winters, Student Volunteer Opportunities Co-Chair
Hayley Carter, Student Volunteer Opportunities Co-Chair
Angela Kordonis, Teacher Meetings
(Snacks/Appreciation)
Jill Leber, Thinkers-In-Residence
To Be Assigned, Student Representative
Gwen Hooffstetter, Teacher Representative
Susan Henley, Website
Judith Peterson, Principal
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Academic Magnet Foundation
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Academic Magnet Foundation Board of Directors meeting -- this coming Monday, August 19th, @ 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center Conference Room. Everyone is welcome as all AMF Board Meetings are open to the public.
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Students...
Do you need community service hours? Click on the link above for a list of community service opportunities. If you choose to participate in a community service project, remember to take the Community Service Project form and have the event sponsor sign it for you. If you know of an opportunity that needs to be added to the list, forward that information to Sarah Winters at tswinters@hotmail.com.
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QUICK LINKS
AMHSClick here to go directly to the school website.
Raptor Report Archive Access back issues of the Raptor Report here. (Note: Due to digital storage limitations, pictures may not display in older issues of the Raptor Report.)
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Remember to pick up a Publix keychain card at the AMHS visitor desk, and give it to the cashier each time you shop at Publix
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Click on the logo to link your REDCard. AMHS School ID is 118136
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Raptor Report
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by the Monday preceding the Wednesday publication date.
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