AMS Eagle Report
Newsletter for Parents, Students, Teachers & The Community
Athens Middle School
Email: leslie.sedberry@acs-k12.org
Website: ams.acs-k12.org
Location: 100 U.S. Hwy 31, Athens, AL, USA
Phone: 256-233-6620
Facebook: facebook.com/AthensMiddleSchool
Twitter: @amseagles
October
- October 12th-October 28th-Cookie Gram Fundraiser-Sold in person during lunch and online-Cookies will be delivered on Friday, October 30th
- October 12th-October 30th-Christmas Shoebox Partnership with the Hays Family
- October 14th-Make up picture day
- October 14th-Report Cards available in PowerSchool *Email Mrs. Barlow if you need assistance
- October 28th-Early Dismissal for Students
- October 30th-Cookie Grams delivered
Makeup Picture Day-October 14th
Pictures Needed for Slideshow
Our Veterans Day program is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10th at 8:30 AM. If you have a family member who is a Veteran, we would love to have their picture and information as part of our Veterans Day slideshow. Please email a picture and information to Ms. Lawrence at carla.lawrence@acs-k12.org. Please include the following:
- Picture of the Veteran
- Name of the Veteran
- AMS student's name and relation to the student
- Branch of military
- Where/when they served
The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 30th.
Christmas Shoebox Partnership
AMS SCA is sponsoring the Christmas Shoebox Partnership with the Levi Hays Family. Please considering donating items based upon your grade level. Boxes will be placed by the Front Office after Fall Break.
Cookie Gram Fundraiser
Attendance
6th Grade
Any 6th grade student should turn in any notes to the 6th grade office. Mrs. Thomas will collect and file notes. 6th grade students should check in/ check out from the 6th grade office on the North (stadium) side.
7th & 8th Grade
Any 7th or 8th grade student should turn in any notes to the 7/8 grade office. Mrs. Misty Miller will collect and file notes. 7/8 grade students should check in/ check out from the 7/8 grade office at the main office in the front office.
Tardies
-Please note two unexcused tardies to school will void an exam exemption for that class.
-Two unexcused tardies to class will void an exemption opportunity for students.
Checkouts
-Checkouts shall be conducted through the office. Checkouts can no longer be phoned in. All checkouts must be in writing, in person or by email.
-All checkout notes must be submitted by the start of the school day.
-There are NO student checkouts after 2:45 from the front office or 6th grade office.
Bell Schedule
AMS Tardy Policy
PowerSchool Parent Portal
From the Nurse
All medications must be hand delivered by the parent or guardian to the nurse. This includes all students who "Self-Administer" and/or "Self Carry" medications. The nurse must verify all orders before students are allowed to carry and self-administer their medications. The nurse or certified medication assistant will count all controlled substances in the presence of the parent or guardian. Students are not allowed to carry medication on them while at school without proper physician orders giving permission to carry medication. The student is not allowed to “self-carry” a controlled substance. This medication will be kept in the nurse's office.
Child Nutrition Program
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
2026-2027 ACS Student Daily Lunch Pricing:
- $2.75 – Paid Meal
- $0.40 – Reduced-Price Meal (eligibility determined by application)
- FREE – No-Cost Meal (eligibility determined by application)
If you need assistance with the Free and Reduced Lunch Application, contact Dr. Tandy Blackwell, Child Nutrition Program Coordinator, at tandy.blackwell@acs-k12.org. Learn more about our ACS Child Nutrition Program at acs-k12.org/nutrition.
Visit acs-k12.org/freeandreduced to complete your application.
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
My School Bucks
An easy way to add lunch money to your student account is through MySchoolBucks. Create or log in to your student account at myschoolbucks.com and view immediate information about your student account balance and purchases. Need help? Funds can be added to your student's account at MSB on the web or download the MSB app. You may also submit a check to the school lunchroom. All checks must be made payable to Athens City Schools CNP or ACS CNP. Please write your child's name and homeroom on the check or envelope.
Meal Prices
2026-2027 Child Nutrition Program meal prices and a la carte pricing. Learn more at acs-k12.org/nutrition.
Golden Eagle Athletics
Varsity Football Schedule and School Spirit Days
AMS Football
Cross Country
Swim
Ticket Prices
Clear Bag Policy
The following bags are permitted inside Athens City Schools Athletics Facilities:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" (tote bags, fanny packs, cross-body bags, etc.)
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziplock type bag or similar)
- Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand).
- Please note that individuals are limited to (1) clear bag plus (1) small clutch.
Fans are welcome to bring cameras, binoculars, and small seat cushions/pads, however, cases are not allowed. Know before you go. Learn more at acs-k12.org/athletics.
ACS Athletic Facility Golden Guidelines
In an effort to make all Athens City Schools athletic event experiences GOLDEN for all spectators, fans and families, please take a moment to review the Golden Guidelines.
- All children in 8th grade and below and non-school age children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
- All students are expected to be seated and in the stands unless visiting the concessions or restrooms.
- Students are not permitted to loiter in groups outside of the seating area.
- Students who do not follow the ACS athletic facilities guidelines will be required to sit with the adult they arrived with or asked to leave the game.
Our goal is to always have a safe and enjoyable environment at our stadium, gymnasiums, fields and more. We appreciate your cooperation.
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Administrative Team
Mr. Joshua Goodwin, Dean of Students
Email: joshua.goodwin@acs-k12.org
Phone: 256-233-6620