AMHS Back-to-School Newsletter #1

Summer Dates:

July 27th - 30th | Student Schedule, Textbook & Chromebook Pickup (Details Below)

July 28th - 30th | AMHS Summer Scholars Institute (Check-in @ 7:30)

July 28th | Academic Magnet Foundation New Parent Meet & Greet (8:00 am - Cafeteria)

July 28th | Transfer Student Orientation (10:00am-Noon)

Back-to-School Dates:

Aug. 4th | AMHS Teachers Return from Summer Break

Aug. 11th | First Day of School!

Aug. 13th -14th | Grade Level Town Halls

Aug. 19th | Open House (See Below)

Aug. 27th | Senior Parent Night

Aug. 28th | 10th -12th Grade Academic Award Ceremony

Dear AMHS Parents and Students,

I hope this letter finds you and your family enjoying a well-deserved summer break. As we prepare for a new school year, I would like to express how much of an honor it is to join such a distinguished school community. The success of AMHS is built on the dedication of outstanding students, supportive families, and committed faculty and staff. I am excited to work alongside all of you as we continue to build on the strong academic, athletic, and extracurricular foundation that makes Academic Magnet so special.

To help families prepare for the 2026–27 school year, I will be sending out two AMHS Back-to-School newsletters. Each letter will include important information about the upcoming school year, key dates, and helpful reminders. Contact information will be provided for each topic should you have questions or need additional assistance.

The second AMHS Back-to-School Newsletter will be sent out the week of July 20th, and will include information regarding clubs, buses, and important reminders (e.g. IDs & cell phones) for parents and students.

I look forward to getting to know our students and families in the weeks ahead and to celebrate another successful year together.

Thanks you,

Mr. Reese

All 2026-27 Student Activity Fees can be paid via Revtrak. The individual links and those students who should pay are listed below. All links are currently open, with the exception of student parking, which will open at noon on Wednesday, July 15th, and remain open until all parking spots are sold out, at which point we will start a waiting list if needed.

2026-27 Student Activity Fees:

Physical Education Uniform ($20) - All 9th Graders

Student Activities Fee ($45) - All Students

Sports Insurance ($53) - Student Athletes

Student Parking Fee ($45) - 11th & 12th graders to reserve a parking spot; Opens July 15th at Noon

Student Parking Update & Reminders:

• After much planning and consideration, AMHS will continue the tradition of students choosing their individual assigned parking spots. Following Revtrak payment, a parking spot will be reserved for the paying student. Students wishing to choose their assigned parking spot may do so at the scheduled Back-to-School Schedule, Textbook & Chromebook Pick up times on July 27th and 28th (see flyer below). Parking spots will be reserved and assigned on a first come first served basis.
• Only 11th and 12th graders may request parking at AMHS!
• All students issued a parking spot are required to sign the AMHS Parking Contract. Hard copies will be available to sign during the pick up events.
• Student drivers should become familiar with the preferred directions to AMHS Campus.

Orientation for transfer students is scheduled for Tuesday, July 28th from 10:00am-12:00pm. Students will have their school portraits taken and will check out textbooks and Chromebooks. A member of our counseling team will be present to address any scheduling changes. If you have any questions about the Transfer Student Orientation, please email Ms. Johnson at flashette_johnson@charleston.k12.sc.us

The 2026 AMHS Summer Scholars Institute (SSI) is designed to prepare incoming students for a successful transition to high school by introducing them to AMHS expectations, academic resources, and student life. This year, Summer Scholars will take place Tuesday, July 28th - Thursday, July 30th. The program runs from 8:00am to 1:00pm each day.

Important Reminders:

• Check-in will begin at 7:30 each morning.
• Lunch will not be provided.
• Transportation is not provided by CCSD or AMHS.
• Students should bring: a backpack, refillable water bottle, pens and/or pencils & lunch.

If you have not already done so, please register your child (incoming freshmen only) using this Google Form even if they cannot attend the entire time. Registered families should have already received an email from Mr. Williams. If you have not yet received an email from Mr. Williams, please contact him at Jason_williams@charlestoncountyschools.gov

Thank you all for being responsive to Ms. Fisher and making this a priority. We are 99% complete with our 2026-27 Residency Verification. If we still need an item from you, we have reached out directly by phone and e-mail. As always, any questions about residency can be directed to our Student Data Specialist at sarah_fisher@charleston.k12.sc.us

Academic Magnet High School benefits from the dedicated support of several outstanding parent organizations. Three key groups you will hear about throughout the year are Partners in Education (PIE), the Academic Magnet Foundation (AMF), and the Raptor Athletic Booster Club.

• Partners in Education enhances the student and staff experience by supporting school climate initiatives, professional development, student activities, and participation in national competitions.
• The Academic Magnet Foundation funds important academic programs, including the Summer Scholars Institute, targeted test preparation, and college readiness opportunities for upperclassmen.
• The Raptor Athletic Booster Club provides vital support to our athletic programs, ensuring that our teams, coaches, and student-athletes have the resources they need to compete and represent AMHS with pride.

The generosity and commitment of AMHS parent organizations play an important role in enriching the educational experience and expanding opportunities for all AMHS students. Click the links above to learn more about each organization and to join!

We will share more great news about our parent organization in the coming weeks.

For the 26-27 school year, AMHS is happy to welcome Ms. Gabrielle Krupilis as Director of School Counseling! Ms. Krupilis has been a member of the AMHS Counseling Department for the past six years. AMHS also welcomes Ms. Latoya White, former Director of Counseling at Andrews High School. Ms. White brings over 9 years of counseling experience to AMHS.

Leslie Pridgen (Last Names A - Fe)

leslie_pridgen@charlestoncountyschools.gov

Room: 8128

Latoya White (Last Names Fi - Ma)

latoya_white@charlestoncountyschools.gov

Room: 8129

Gabrielle Krupilis (Last Names Mc - P)

gabrielle_krupilis@charlestoncountyschools.gov

Room: 8121

Laura Peirano (Last Names R - Z)

laura_peirano@charlestoncountyschools.gov

Room: 8118

We’ve already had a great summer with many of our athletic teams working out, practicing, and competing for the coming year. Raptor Athletics is one of many excellent outlets to explore extracurricular activities at Academic Magnet High School with enriching opportunities to grow beyond the traditional academic day. All information related to athletics, including our athletic website, social media links, contact information for coaches, and required preparticipation athletic forms, is available here.

Please contact our AMHS Athletic Director, Coach Knauer at raymond_knauer@charleston.k12.sc.us or 843-746-6376 with any athletic questions.

Go Raptors!

Website: https://www.ccsdschools.com/earlycollege
5109-A West Enterprise Street, North Charleston, SC 29405
Phone: (843) 746-1310