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MAGNET APPLICATIONS: Magnet school and program applications are now live for the 2025-2026 school year. Deadline for application is April 11. You can find them on the DCSS website at www.docoschools.org/magnetapps.

📣 Attention AMS Families! 💻✨

We’re excited to announce our upcoming Remote Learning Days for the 2025–2026 school year! 🗓️
✅ October 13, 2025
✅ November 10, 2025
✅ January 5, 2026
✅ February 16, 2026

On these dates, students in grades 6–8 will participate in Remote Learning by completing engaging assignments in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. 🌟

Activities will include writing, problem-solving, and creative tasks designed to support our core learning standards. All assignments will have a due date.

In compliance with the District Homework Policy, these assignments will count as extra credit opportunities. Students will receive printed copies this Friday to bring home, complete, and return to their teachers. 📝

Let’s make it a great day of mobile learning and show that at AMS we Belong, Believe, and Achieve! 💚🧡

Thanks,

Principal Simmons
10/08/2025

💚🧡 INDIAN PRIDE 4LIFE! 🧡💚

At Albany Middle School, we don’t just wear Orange & Green — we live it! 🙌
We connect as one family, cherish our school colors with pride, and most importantly… we BOND with each other 4LIFE! 💫

That’s the power of being an AMS Indian — once you’re part of this family, you’re always part of it! 💚🧡

AMS Students & Parents,

If your child is interested in playing basketball at Albany Middle School (AMS), please see the attached information regarding tryouts for both boys and girls teams.

A physical is required and we encourage all interested students to participate in the tryouts.

Thanks,

AMS Boys Basketball Coaches

AMS Family & Friends,

AMS is excited to host a 'Trunk-or-Treats' event on campus on October 31st for a fun and safe Halloween! We're asking for donations of wrapped bags of candy to make this event special. Your contribution will help create a festive, secure space for students to enjoy Halloween.

Thank you for your support!

Principal Simmons
10/07/2025

📣 AMS PARENT ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

The 1st Nine-Weeks has officially come to an end, and we are so proud of the progress our students have made! Their hard work and dedication continue to make AMS shine! 🌟

However, we want to be honest and proactive — we do have a small percentage of students whose behavior disrupts the learning environment and impacts the success of others. To ensure every student can learn and grow in a positive atmosphere, we are asking our parents and guardians to partner with us in addressing these behavior concerns. 🤝

Together, we can strengthen expectations, build accountability, and ensure success for every AMS student. Let’s continue working hand-in-hand to promote academic excellence and positive behavior throughout our school community. 💚🧡

Sincerely,

Principal Simmons
10/06/2025

🏈🔥 PEAKING AT THE RIGHT TIME! 🔥🏈

Our AMS Indians dominated their opponent on Homecoming 2025 with an incredible 44–0 victory! 💪💚🧡 The team showed true grit, focus, and teamwork — proving that they are PEAKING at the RIGHT TIME!

👏 Way to go, Indians, Coach Jones, and the entire coaching staff for an outstanding performance! The hard work, dedication, and school pride were on full display!

Let’s keep the momentum rolling — Let’s Go Indians! 💚🧡💚🧡

💚🧡 AMS Spirit Was at an All-Time High! 🧡💚

Homecoming Week 2025 was one for the books! 🎉 Our students and staff showed school spirit to the highest extreme — cheering loudly, dressing proudly, and supporting our AMS Indians every step of the way!

🏈 The football team gave it their all on the field.
📣 The cheerleaders, dance team, and band brought the energy and excitement that kept the crowd at the pep rally on their feet!
🙌 The entire AMS Family came together in true Indian Pride fashion!

Thank you to everyone who made this Homecoming Week unforgettable. 💫 Together, we continue to Belong. Believe. Achieve.

🎉👑 Congratulations to Our 2025 AMS Homecoming Court! 👑🎉

AMS Family, let’s celebrate our amazing students who proudly represent Albany Middle School with class, confidence, and Indian Pride! 💚🧡

✨ 6th Grade Representatives
👑 King – Zamir Tisdale
👑 Queen – Kamari Willis

✨ 7th Grade Representatives
👑 King – Jayce Bonner
👑 Queen – Talayshia Copeland

✨ 8th Grade Representatives
👑 King – Bentley Sutton
👑 Queen – Zy'Deriaka Harris

🌟 2025 AMS Homecoming Royalty
👑 Homecoming King – Raynard Smith, Jr.
👑 Homecoming Queen – India Lamar

We’re so proud of every student who participated and helped make this year’s Homecoming celebration one to remember! Your spirit and pride truly embody our theme — Belong. Believe. Achieve. 💫

Hello AMS Families,

The AMS Monthly Calendar of Events for October 2025 is now available at (https://shorturl.at/Vy79x). Please take a moment to download and review the calendar to stay informed about all the exciting events happening this month.

Thank you,

Principal Simmons
10/02/2025

Good Morning AMS,

Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and I want us all to take a moment to give a powerful thank you to our amazing custodians. Each day, they work tirelessly to keep our building clean, safe, and refreshing for our students, staff, and community. Their efforts often happen behind the scenes, but the impact is felt by every single one of us.

Please join me in showing them the appreciation they so richly deserve. They are not just part of our team—they are the heart that keeps our school running smoothly. Simply put, they are the BEST!

With gratitude,

Principal Simmons
10/02/2025

AMS 2025 Homecoming T-Shirts Distribution

Dear AMS Parents & Guardians,

The AMS 2025 Homecoming T-Shirts have arrived! 🎉 They will be handed out to students beginning around 12:00 PM today.

Thank you again for your support in helping our students show their school spirit for Homecoming! 💚🧡

WE Belong, WE Believe, and WE Achieve… TOGETHER!

Sincerely,

Principal Simmons
10/01/2025

This October, we’re celebrating Bullying Prevention Month with the theme “You Belong Here.”
We’re helping students learn the power of kindness, friendship, and including others.
Ask your child: “What’s one way you made someone feel like they belonged today?”
Small acts of kindness make a big difference — at school and at home. -DCSS

🧡💚 Thank You, AMS Grandparents! 💚🧡

Last Friday night, our cafeteria was filled to the brim with love and joy as we celebrated Grandparents Night at AMS! 💐 Nearly 400 grandparents, parents, students, and staff joined us for this special event — what an amazing turnout!

A huge shoutout to our Grandparents Night Committee. and student performers for organizing such a beautiful evening. Your hard work truly made this night unforgettable!

Way to go, AMS Family! 🧡💚

Principal Simmons
09/30/2025

🚨 Intruder Alert Drill Notice 🚨

Parents & Guardians, please be advised that Albany Middle School will conduct an Intruder Alert Drill today.

✅ This is only a drill to ensure our students and staff are well-prepared in the event of an emergency.
✅ There is no actual threat to our school.
✅ Safety is always our top priority.

Thank you for your continued support as we work to keep our school community safe. 💚🧡

Principal Simmons
09/30/2025

✨AMS August's Shining Stars! ✨

Please join us in celebrating Mr. Grady Vance & Mrs. Arian Mitchell, our August Teacher and Support Staff of the Month!

Thank you for your incredible dedication, positive energy, flexibility, tireless effort, and all you do for our students and school community. We're so lucky to have you! 🍎🌟

Principal Simmons
08/31/2025

🎉💚🧡 It’s almost time for AMS Homecoming Spirit Week! 💚🧡🎉
📅 September 29 – October 3, 2025

Let’s show off our school pride all week long:

👒 Monday – Hat Day: Wear your favorite hat!
👯 Tuesday – Twin Day: Match with a friend, teacher, or classmate!
🏈 Wednesday – Jersey Day: Rep your favorite team jersey!
💚 Thursday – School Spirit Day: Rock your AMS shirt or school colors!
🎨 Friday – Color Wars:

6th Grade – Orange 🧡

7th Grade – Blue 💙

8th Grade – Red ❤️

Let’s CELEBRATE our school spirit and get ready for Homecoming! 🙌

​Look up AMS! 🤩

This morning's rainbow over our campus was a stunning symbol of unity.
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Remember that it takes all the colors, coming together after the storm, to create something truly magnificent. We are stronger, brighter, and more beautiful when we work together. Let's make it a day where every color shines!

​Have a magnificent day! 💙💚💛🧡❤️

Principal Simmons
09/26/2025

💡✨ Get ready to GLOW, AMS! ✨💡

Join us for the Albany Middle School Glow in the Dark Homecoming Dance! 🎶🕺💃

📅 Friday, October 3, 2025
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 AMS

🎟️ Advance Tickets: $10
🎟️ At the Door: $15

👔 Attire: Semi-Formal / Casual
📌 AMS Students Only

Let’s light up the night and celebrate Homecoming in style! 💚🧡

🎉👕 AMS Homecoming 2025 T-Shirts On Sale Now! 👕🎉

Get ready to show your Indian Pride! 💚🧡
📅 Now – September 22, 2025
✨ Preorder your Homecoming shirt today and be game-day ready!

Let’s fill the stands with AMS spirit! 🙌
WE Belong, WE Believe, and WE Achieve… TOGETHER! 🏈