| Raptors Lacrosse Wins Ret Thomas Sportsmanship Award |
The 2013 AMHS Women's Lacrosse Team has been awarded the Ret Thomas Sportsmanship Award. This recognition of good sportsmanship is given annually to the school whose lacrosse team, by the vote of the officials and umpires for the South Carolina High School League, best exemplifies the highest standards of sportsmanship consistent with the tradition of lacrosse.
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| Raptors Successful in James Island Tri Series |
While the rest of their schoolmates were busy doing summer work, the members of the Academic Magnet Triathlon Club continued to swim, bike, run and compete in triathlons.
The Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series is five triathlons held between May and August at James Island County Park. Many Magnet students won or placed in their age groups during the individual triathlons throughout the summer. The top finishers earned points and those who competed in at least three of tris were eligible to win the Series Championship.
Sophomore Hayden DiBona was the overall Series winner in the Open division, competing against top male athletes of all ages.
Other Raptors who won their age divisions were Carter Brzezinski (10-15 Males), Cassidy Rindge (10-15 Females), Trace Hall (16-19 Males), and Kristen Phlegar (16-19 Females).
Placing in the championship were: Emma Crowfoot (2nd in 10-15 Females); 16-19 Females Elizabeth Mappus (2nd), Micah Norton (3rd), Sierra Zardus (4th) and Gwyneth Bradley (5th); and 16-19 Males Jake Tucker (3rd) and Jakob Obenaus (4th).
In addition, Laura Eicher, who advises the club with her husband, Murray, and Krista Cornehl, came in second in the 35-39 age group.
The club plans to continue training and competing this school year.
 More than 20 members of the Magnet Triathlon Club participated in the Aug. 11 Charleston Sprint Triathlon, which was the series championship
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Arrival and Dismissal Plans
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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 Jeff Lansink.
INTERNATIONAL DINNER ADULT/STUDENT COORDINATOR
Our annual International dinner is set for October 19, 2013. We need a volunteer for adult student coordinator for just this event. This is a fun position as our students are a pleasure to work with! It's a great opportunity for students to earn community service hours. Volunteers are needed and welcome! Please contact AMHS co-chairs Elaine Coen or Maura Johnson for information on how you can help!
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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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Pie Board Meeting
August 22
Labor Day Holiday
September 2
Open House
September 11
Convocation for Students & Evening Presentation
October 18
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Click on this link to receive the Raptor Report.
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Raptor Football Schedule
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Aug 22 at The Citadel - Sertoma Classic 5:30 pm
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
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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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Open House will be held on Wednesday 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 Board Members and Committee Chairs
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Academic Magnet Foundation
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Dates are set for the Academic Magnet Foundation's Fall Board of Directors Meetings. AMF Board meetings are open to the public, and all can participate. They are typically held in the Media Center Conference Room at AMHS from 5:30 p.m. Fall meeting dates are all MONDAYs as follows:
September 9
September 23
October 14
November 11
This is the Foundation's first year in operation, and the first General Campaign for AMHS kicks off in October. Please participate and help support your School!
Email: Academic Magnet Foundation
AM Foundation Website
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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.
Beach and Marsh Clean Up Event
this Saturday
Milo Hanckel of Hanckel Marine has organized a beach and marsh clean-up event for this coming Saturday the 24th of August. Click here for details on how to get involved in this community event.
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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
| The Raptor Report is published weekly on Thursdays during the school year, except for holiday breaks. Faculty, students, and parents are encouraged to submit articles and/or pictures of AMHS events, honors, and needs. Please email your information to
by the Tuesday preceding the Thursday publication date.
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