On this beautiful Christmas morning, we want to take a moment to send our love to the heart of our school—our students, families, and staff. You make AMS more than just a place of learning; you make it a home. 🏠❤️
May your day be filled with the warmth of family, the joy of tradition, and the peace of the season. We are so grateful for the memories we have made together this year and cannot wait to see what is in store for 2026!
Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! 🥂❄️
Principal Simmons
12/25/2025
As we head into the winter break, we want to thank our students, teachers, and parents for making this semester so special. May your halls be high on cheer and your hearts be light. Enjoy the well-deserved rest, and we’ll see you in the New Year! ❄️❤️
Happy Holiday,
Principal Simmons
12/19/2025
Please join us in sending a massive wave of congratulations to all of the well-deserving 2025-2026 DCSS REACH Scholarship Winners! 🌟
We are especially proud to celebrate our very own Albany Middle School star, Miss Jalexia Figgins!
Jalexia's dedication and drive are truly inspiring. Despite her young age, she boasts an impressive resume, highlighted by exceptional Lexile reading scores and active participation in Math Corps, Basketball, Cheer, and Dance. Her ambition shines through as she already has clear plans for her college career! Future is bright!
Join us in celebrating Jalexia and all the recipients who have earned this incredible, life-changing opportunity!
Read more about the winners here! https://www.walb.com/2025/12/12/40000-earmarked-doco-8th-graders-families-say-theyre-eternally-grateful/
Thanks,
Principal Simmons
12/16/2025
Dear AMS Family,
It is with great excitement that we announce the AMS Teacher of the Year Finalists for the 2026-2027 school year! Each of these dedicated professionals exemplifies the excellence and commitment that defines our school community.
Principal Simmons
12/15/2025
AMS family, get ready! We will kick off our 12 Days of Christmas Dress-Up Fun tomorrow, and we can’t wait to see everyone join in on the holiday spirit. Each day brings a new, joyful theme to help us celebrate the season together!
Check out the flyer for the full list of daily dress-up themes. Students, staff, and families—let’s make this a fun and memorable countdown to winter break! 🎅🏽🎁❄️
Please join us in giving a huge round of applause to our October 2025 Teacher of the Month, Mrs. Tabithy Thomas, and Support Staff of the Month, Mrs. Ethel Moses!
Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Moses truly embody the spirit of excellence at AMS. They are both outstanding, dedicated educators and incredibly caring individuals whose efforts positively impact our school community daily.
Thank you both for your tireless work and unwavering commitment to our students! We are so fortunate to have you!
Principal Simmons
12/02/2025
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This Thanksgiving, we pause to celebrate the incredible community that makes our school so special.
To our students: Thank you for your energy, curiosity, and bright minds that fill our halls every day. You are our inspiration.
To our parents: Thank you for your partnership, trust, and commitment to your children's education. Your support is invaluable.
To our faculty and staff: Thank you for your dedication, passion, and tireless effort. You are the heart and soul of our success.
We are profoundly grateful for each and every one of you. May your holiday be filled with warmth, rest, and happiness.
Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving!
Principal Simmons
11/27/2025
AMS Family & Friends,
The AMS Monthly Calendar of Events for December 2025 is now available at (https://shorturl.at/oKz9y). 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
11/21/2025
AMS Family,
As the beautiful season of autumn deepens, we are delighted to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving Break. Please note that school will be closed from
Monday, November 24th, through Friday, November 28th. We will happily welcome everyone back to school on Monday, December 1st.
I sincerely encourage everyone in our school community to use this time to:
Practice Gratitude: Take moments to reflect on the many blessings and positive experiences in your lives.
Foster Togetherness: Strengthen the bonds with family and friends.
Reflect on Generosity: Consider the achievements, the lessons learned, and the overall bounty of knowledge and community we share here at school.
Your hard work and dedication have made the start of this school year incredibly successful. We hope this break provides a restful and rejuvenating experience for all.
Wishing you a joyful, peaceful, and truly thankful Thanksgiving!
Warmly,
Principal Simmons
11/21/2025
📢💻 2nd Nine Weeks Progress Reports Now Available! 💻📢
AMS Parents and Guardians! 🧡💚
This is a friendly reminder that 2nd Nine Weeks Progress Reports are now available for viewing in Infinite Campus. We encourage all parents to log in through the Parent Portal to review your child’s current grades and academic progress. Click on the link https://shorturl.at/9fRC6 for more detailed information.
📬 At-Risk Letters will also be sent home to notify parents of any student who may be in danger of failing or who requires additional academic support.
🎓 Report Cards will be distributed on Thursday, January 9, 2026.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us support every student’s success at Albany Middle School, where we Belong, Believe, and Achieve! 🧡💚
Principal Simmons
11/12/2025
Today and every day, the Albany Middle School family recognizes and honors the brave veterans among our staff, faculty, and wider community.
To these courageous men and women, we say thank you for your service while defending our freedom here in the United States of America. We are incredibly proud of your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment.
Albany Middle School is proud of YOU!
We salute you for your selflessness and everything you’ve done for our country. 💙🦅
Thanks for your service!
Principal Simmons
11/11/2025
Dear Albany Middle Families!!!
Albany Middle School is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive to support families in need. We are collecting perishable and non-perishable items, and we need your help! Please help us give back this Thanksgiving
Event Details:
Food Drive Event: Friday, November 21, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Drop-Off: School lobby | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM until Thursday, November 20, 2025
This is a time of giving, and every donation counts. Let’s come together as a community to make Thanksgiving special for families in need.
Bring your donations and be a part of spreading joy this season!
Thank you in advance,
Ms. Lou Hardy | Parent & Community Engagement Facilitator
229-431-3325 or email at lou.hardy@docoschools.org
2nd Nine-Weeks Progress Reports are now available for students and parents. Please take a moment to review your child’s current academic progress and reach out to teachers if you have any questions or need clarification. Staying informed helps support continued growth and success for all students.
Thanks,
Principal Simmons
11/10/2025
🍂💻 Remote Learning Day & Veterans Day Holiday Announcement! 💻🍂
Hey AMS Family! 🧡💚
Monday, November 10, 2025, is our second Remote Learning Day for all students in grades 6–8. Students received extra credit assignments at the end of school today to bring home. Please take time to complete these engaging activities in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies and return them to your teachers.
📆 Veterans Day Holiday will follow on November 11, 2025!
We hope everyone enjoys this well-deserved time to relax and honoring our Veterans.
Let’s make it a great day of mobile learning before the break! 🧡💚
Thanks,
Principal Simmons
11/07/2025
We are thrilled to announce and celebrate our outstanding September 2025 Teacher of the Month, Mrs. Keysha Torrence, and Support Staff of the Month, Mrs. Ella Quimby!
Both Mrs. Torrence and Mrs. Quimby are truly deserving of this recognition. They are outstanding, dedicated educators and incredibly caring individuals who make a real difference in the lives of our students and the atmosphere of our school every single day.
Thank you, Mrs. Torrence and Mrs. Quimby, for your commitment to excellence and for being such valuable members of the Albany Middle School family! 🍎
Principal Simmons
11/07/2025
The AMS Monthly Calendar of Events for November 2025 is now available at (https://tinyurl.com/3bn6kxak). 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
11/03/2025
Thank you for your generous contributions to our Annual Candy Drive during the last week of October! Because of your kindness, we were able to give our students an exciting walk through the haunted house and a bag of candy at the end of their journey. 🍬🎃
This tradition is our way of giving back to our students and demonstrating that fun can be safe, structured, and community-driven. The joy and excitement on their faces made every donation worthwhile!
Parents and guardians, we truly appreciate your partnership and support. At AMS, we are a TEAM with one common goal — to educate our youth. Yes, our students deserve to have fun, but that fun should always come after they have met their educational requirements and expectations for the week.
Let’s continue working together to ensure that every child at AMS not only enjoys memorable experiences, but also understands that nothing can replace a mind that is well-educated.
Sincerely,
Principal Simmons
Belong. Believe. Achieve. 🧡💚
11/01/2025
🎃👻 Hey AMS Family! 👻🎃
It’s Trick-or-Treat time! As you head out tonight, remember to keep it fun AND safe! 🍬💚🧡
Here are a few quick safety tips:
✨ Go with friends or a trusted adult — never alone.
🚶♂️ Stay in well-lit areas and use sidewalks.
🚦 Look both ways before crossing the street.
🏠 Only visit houses with their lights on.
🍭 Don’t eat your candy until it’s been checked!
Have a spooktacular night, AMS Indians — be safe, have fun, and enjoy all the sweet treats! 🎃💚🧡
Principal Simmons
10/31/2025
Subject: October Family Focus: 9 Mental Health Activities to Do with Your Child
Message:
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we continue to focus on the well-being of our students and families, we want to share some simple and meaningful ways to support your child’s mental health this month. Attached is a flyer titled “9 Mental Health Activities to Do with Your Child” — designed to help you strengthen connections, build positive habits, and promote emotional wellness at home.
We encourage you to take a few moments each week to try one or more of these activities together. Small actions can make a big difference in helping children feel supported, valued, and confident.
Thank you for partnering with us in nurturing the whole child — mind, body, and spirit.
Warm regards,
Lou Hardy, Parent Facilitator
229-431-3325
