From the Principals Desk
Andover Central Middle School Jag-Wire Newsletter February 2015
From the Principals Desk It’s hard to believe that we are already mid-way through the third quarter of the school year here at ACMS! January and February are two of the busiest months in our school year as students return to new electives, an action packed extra curricular activity schedule and begin digging deeper into higher level content in each of their classes. January brought with it the second round of STAR reading and math screening for ACMS students, with individual growth being shown across the board for 6th-8th grade students. Project based opportunities ranged from 8th grade students trying and defending court cases in language arts classrooms to 6th grade science students creating genetic “Bloop in a Tube” creatures in science. ACMS crowned a Pioneer League Spelling Champion and had many other unique learning opportunities, like Skyping with world renowned author Avi and digital literacy presentation from Amber Norris of the Butler County District Attorneys office. ACMS also kicked off it’s new Robotics Curriculum in January with the implantation of the LEGO EV3 robotics systems that students have been building and programming throughout the last few weeks.
February also brings many activities for our students, including our first band concert of the semester on February 17th and the ACMS Jazz Band playing at Friends University’s Jazz Band Festival on February 20th. 8th Grade Students will make their first official visit to the high school on February 17th to begin the enrollment process. 6th and 7th grade students will begin the enrollment process for next year in the next month. Parent teacher conferences are also right around the corner on Monday February 23rd from 4:00-8:00. Like the fall, the conference format is a come and go setting where you can visit with the teachers in grade level pods or in the commons area. We also have our spring library book fair going on during this time as well. On February 27th, we will bring the week to a close with our Spring Dance. The dance will be held from 6:30-9:00 at ACMS for all 6th -8th Grade Students interested in attending. It will be a good way to help us kick off spring and connect with friends outside of school. State Assessments for Andover Central Middle School will start after spring break. This year’s for-
mat will have students testing more than ever before at the middle school level. Testing will last through the month of April and Tim Hayden, Principal into May. Like last year, it doesn’t look like we will receive student results on the assessment this school year, but there is the possibility of seeing results next fall. Our spring choir concert will be held March 2nd at the Andover Central High School Auditorium. Spring practices including boys and girls track and boys tennis will also begin on March 2nd. ACMS will also be hosting the Pioneer League Wrestling Tournament on March 7th. January and February are two of our busiest months here at ACMS. Students have been hard at work both in the classroom and community, and we’re certainly proud of all they have accomplished so far this semester. Things will slow down briefly in March before two more action packed months in April and May. We hope to see you at parent teacher conferences, and as always, thank you for your continued support of ACMS and all you do to make our school a great!
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February Calendar of Events 2
Boys Basketball vs Maize South MS
Girls Basketball @ Maize South MS STUCO School Store Site Council Meeting 4 Science Olympiad Team Practice 5 Wrestling 6 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule 7 Southern Plains Honors Band for Selected 6th, 7th & 8th Graders 7th Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 8th Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 7th Girls BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Valley Center MS 8th Girls BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Valley Center MS 9 PAWS Meeting Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 10 STUCO School Store 8th Grade Parent Meeting 11 Science Olympiad Team Practice 12 Wrestling @ El Dorado Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 13 No School-Teacher In-service 14 Wrestling “B” Invitational @ Goddard 16 No School—All Schools Closed 17 STUCO School Store 8th Graders to ACHS for Pre-enrollment Wrestling @ Maize South Band 6-7-8 Band and Jazz Band Concert 18 Science Olympiad Team Practice 19 Heart Dissections 6th grade Health Classes Girls BB visit to Harbor House 20 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule Band Friends Jazz Festival MS & HS Jazz Bands 21 Science Olympiad Regional Tournament 23-27 Library Book Fair “Reading is Sweet” 23 Parent/Teacher Conferences 24 STUCO School Store Wrestling 27 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule STUCO Dance All Grades ACMS Students Only 3
7th Prairie Creek 8th ACMS Maize South MS Commons ACMS Library Library Comp Lab ACHS
5:00PM 5:00PM 5:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 4:00PM 3:00PM 4:30PM
ACMS & ACHS Augusta MS Augusta MS Valley Center MS Valley Center MS FACS Room Augusta MS Commons Library Library Comp Lab El Dorado Augusta MS
8:00AM 10:00AM 11:15AM 9:00AM 11:30AM 2:00PM 5:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 7:00PM 3:00PM 4:30PM TBA
Goddard
9:00AM
Commons ACHS Maize South ACHS Auditorium Library Comp Lab
7:25-7:50AM 8:00AM 4:00PM 7:00PM 3:00PM 8:00AM 3:00PM
Friends University ACHS Library ACMS Commons ACHS
7:00AM 8:00AM
ACMS
6:30-9:00PM
4:00-8:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 4:30PM
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Reading is Sweet! The spring book fair will be held Feb. 23 – 27th in the ACMS library. Students will be allowed to visit the book fair during school hours at any time during the school day. Family night will be held on Monday, Feb. 23rd from 4:00 – 8:00 pm. Candy and drawings will be part of this fun-filled night! Come see how our library has been transformed into a reading candy land! Each grade level has the opportunity to buy books from their teacher’s wish lists and donate money to the “All for Books” program. Those students who make a classroom wish list donation will receive a TGIF coupon and be entered in a drawing to win free dance tickets. This spring the book fair goal is $4000. If you are unable to attend the book fair, you may purchase books through the online book fair. Just go to the website: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/andovercentralmiddleschool from Feb. 18 to March 6. Thank you for your support of the ACMS Book Fair!
Dental Screenings Offered at Andover Elementary Schools Parents, if you are interested in taking your ACMS Student to the district offered dental screenings you will have the opportunity to do so this school year. Dental Screenings will be offered at our area elementary schools. Those parents who would like to have their ACMS Student participate in this will need to make transportation arrangements for your student to and from the screenings. If you have further questions please use the contact information listed below for each school. The locations/dates/times are as follows: Prairie Creek Elementary School: February 11th, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Contact information- Kellie Bamford, RN/ Jessica Collins Health Clerk at 218-4830 Sunflower Elementary School: February 19th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm Contact information- Denise Tauke, RN/ Nadine Hayden, Health Clerk at 218-4730 Meadowlark Elementary School: February 2nd, 9:30 am- 12:30 pm Contact information- Jenifer Slayton, RN/Kaci Collinsworth, Health Clerk at 218-463
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Skating Through PE During January, the ACMS PE classes enjoyed a roller skating unit. Mrs. T even gave it a try.
Pioneer League, Division 2 Spelling Bee On Tuesday, January 13, ACMS hosted the Pioneer League, Division 2 Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all the participants. The results are as follows: 7th Grade: 1st Place T. Sylvester, Prairie Hills MS 2nd Place A. Brundege, Augusta MS 3rd Place R. Martling, Robert Goddard MS 4th Place R. Thompson, Prairie Hills MS 5th Place J. Dessenberger, Valley Center MS B. Zimmerman, Andover Central MS 8th Grade: 1st Place K. Lyon, Andover Central MS 2nd Place M. Johnson, Augusta MS 3rd Place L. Lewellen, Augusta MS 4th Place K. Blake, Robert Goddard MS K. Moore, Augusta MS 5th Place A. Stewart, Goddard Eisenhower MS D. Crum, Haysville MS S. Hubble, Augusta MS B. Smith, Andover Central MS J. Heehler, Haysville MS A. Nelson, Goddard Eisenhower MS A. Williams, Andover Central MS
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January Cat Class Award Winners!
Cat Class Awards are given by department monthly, recognizing students who continuously strive to be their best, show continued growth academically as well as socially, and are positive contributors to Andover Central Middle School. Cat Class recipients are nominated by teaching staff, with recipients receiving a certificate and Atomic Fire Ball for their accomplishments! January recipients include Alex Kazanchi, Tracy Orgera, Kinley O'Donnell, Jessica Gulasky, Kate Cailteux, Ryan Austin, Jackson Ward, Cassandra Moeder, Mikayla Cooper, Brec Buster, Matt Sears, Alex Dalmasso, Matthew Wong, Reagan Sturges, Sarah Tharman, Hillary Tallman, Owen Spurlock, Samira Vincent, Anna Tri, Maura Flahive, Peyton Jensen, Chad Tabor, Murphy Ownbey
Jaguar Pride Award Winners!
In an effort to recognize students for exhibiting positive character and citizenship on a daily basis, the Andover Central Middle School leadership team is proud to recognize spring recipients of the Jaguar Pride awards. The Jaguar Pride awards, driven by the Character Counts Initiative, recognizes students who consistently demonstrate the six pillars of positive character including trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. Students must also be on a blue or green conduct card, have passing grades and maintain good attendance. Recipients are nominated for the award by ACMS teaching staff, with winners receiving a certificate of recognition, Principal’s Award Pen, and Jag-Pride treat. Jag Pride winners for January include: Jill Duncan, Ganon Steiner, Braden Belt, Allison Uhlenhop, Kyle Kohman, Jillian Primm, Tyler Landers, Lily McBride, Darren Taylor, Sam McCray, Devin McFadden, Maura Flahive, Rachel Giebler, Kate Cailteux, Garret Toom, Hailey Barbour
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7th Grade Girls Basketball
8th Grade Girls Basketball
7th Grade Boys Basketball
8th Grade Boys Basketball
7th Grade Cheerleaders
8th Grade Cheerleaders
7th and 8th Grade Wrestlers
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GENIUS Club Trip to Kansas Aviation Museum GENIUS Club took advantage of having a day off of school on Jan 19 by going on a field trip to the Kansas Aviation Museum. They enjoyed touring the museum, making and flying gliders as well as flying simulators.
Trumpet Fest On January 24, several ACMS students had the opportunity to take part in Trumpet Fest. This was a special master class presented by Dr. David Hunsicker, principal trumpet for Wichita Symphony Orchestra and Professor of Trumpet at WSU. He and his graduate students worked with small groups and then got back together for a final concert.
Fort Hays State Summer Camp Fort Hays State University faculty have created summer camp programs in a variety of disciplines. Campers will participate in hands-on activities and experiments led by faculty leaders in a variety of subjects. Summer Academy Camps originate out of the Informatics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geoscience, and Physics departments, and will be led by expert faculty in each field. All content and activities have been designed with high school freshmen and sophomores in mind. These camps are open to current 8th graders. http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/
Girls Basketball Fundraiser At the last two home games, the girls basketball team donated baked goods and sold them to make money for Harbor House. They raised $263 and donated many supplies. Way to go girls! On February 19, the girls will be taking a trip right after school to deliver their proceeds.
Quarter 3 Grades on PowerSchool Phone App You should now be able to see Q3 grades on Pearson PowerSchool App.
From the Principals Desk It’s hard to believe that we are already mid-way through the third quarter of the school year here at ACMS! January and February are two of the busiest months in our school year as students return to new electives, an action packed extra curricular activity schedule and begin digging deeper into higher level content in each of their classes. January brought with it the second round of STAR reading and math screening for ACMS students, with individual growth being shown across the board for 6th-8th grade students. Project based opportunities ranged from 8th grade students trying and defending court cases in language arts classrooms to 6th grade science students creating genetic “Bloop in a Tube” creatures in science. ACMS crowned a Pioneer League Spelling Champion and had many other unique learning opportunities, like Skyping with world renowned author Avi and digital literacy presentation from Amber Norris of the Butler County District Attorneys office. ACMS also kicked off it’s new Robotics Curriculum in January with the implantation of the LEGO EV3 robotics systems that students have been building and programming throughout the last few weeks.
February also brings many activities for our students, including our first band concert of the semester on February 17th and the ACMS Jazz Band playing at Friends University’s Jazz Band Festival on February 20th. 8th Grade Students will make their first official visit to the high school on February 17th to begin the enrollment process. 6th and 7th grade students will begin the enrollment process for next year in the next month. Parent teacher conferences are also right around the corner on Monday February 23rd from 4:00-8:00. Like the fall, the conference format is a come and go setting where you can visit with the teachers in grade level pods or in the commons area. We also have our spring library book fair going on during this time as well. On February 27th, we will bring the week to a close with our Spring Dance. The dance will be held from 6:30-9:00 at ACMS for all 6th -8th Grade Students interested in attending. It will be a good way to help us kick off spring and connect with friends outside of school. State Assessments for Andover Central Middle School will start after spring break. This year’s for-
mat will have students testing more than ever before at the middle school level. Testing will last through the month of April and Tim Hayden, Principal into May. Like last year, it doesn’t look like we will receive student results on the assessment this school year, but there is the possibility of seeing results next fall. Our spring choir concert will be held March 2nd at the Andover Central High School Auditorium. Spring practices including boys and girls track and boys tennis will also begin on March 2nd. ACMS will also be hosting the Pioneer League Wrestling Tournament on March 7th. January and February are two of our busiest months here at ACMS. Students have been hard at work both in the classroom and community, and we’re certainly proud of all they have accomplished so far this semester. Things will slow down briefly in March before two more action packed months in April and May. We hope to see you at parent teacher conferences, and as always, thank you for your continued support of ACMS and all you do to make our school a great!
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February Calendar of Events 2
Boys Basketball vs Maize South MS
Girls Basketball @ Maize South MS STUCO School Store Site Council Meeting 4 Science Olympiad Team Practice 5 Wrestling 6 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule 7 Southern Plains Honors Band for Selected 6th, 7th & 8th Graders 7th Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 8th Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 7th Girls BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Valley Center MS 8th Girls BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Valley Center MS 9 PAWS Meeting Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 10 STUCO School Store 8th Grade Parent Meeting 11 Science Olympiad Team Practice 12 Wrestling @ El Dorado Boys BB-Pioneer League Tournament @ Augusta MS 13 No School-Teacher In-service 14 Wrestling “B” Invitational @ Goddard 16 No School—All Schools Closed 17 STUCO School Store 8th Graders to ACHS for Pre-enrollment Wrestling @ Maize South Band 6-7-8 Band and Jazz Band Concert 18 Science Olympiad Team Practice 19 Heart Dissections 6th grade Health Classes Girls BB visit to Harbor House 20 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule Band Friends Jazz Festival MS & HS Jazz Bands 21 Science Olympiad Regional Tournament 23-27 Library Book Fair “Reading is Sweet” 23 Parent/Teacher Conferences 24 STUCO School Store Wrestling 27 Pride Time—Adjusted Schedule STUCO Dance All Grades ACMS Students Only 3
7th Prairie Creek 8th ACMS Maize South MS Commons ACMS Library Library Comp Lab ACHS
5:00PM 5:00PM 5:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 4:00PM 3:00PM 4:30PM
ACMS & ACHS Augusta MS Augusta MS Valley Center MS Valley Center MS FACS Room Augusta MS Commons Library Library Comp Lab El Dorado Augusta MS
8:00AM 10:00AM 11:15AM 9:00AM 11:30AM 2:00PM 5:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 7:00PM 3:00PM 4:30PM TBA
Goddard
9:00AM
Commons ACHS Maize South ACHS Auditorium Library Comp Lab
7:25-7:50AM 8:00AM 4:00PM 7:00PM 3:00PM 8:00AM 3:00PM
Friends University ACHS Library ACMS Commons ACHS
7:00AM 8:00AM
ACMS
6:30-9:00PM
4:00-8:00PM 7:25-7:50AM 4:30PM
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Reading is Sweet! The spring book fair will be held Feb. 23 – 27th in the ACMS library. Students will be allowed to visit the book fair during school hours at any time during the school day. Family night will be held on Monday, Feb. 23rd from 4:00 – 8:00 pm. Candy and drawings will be part of this fun-filled night! Come see how our library has been transformed into a reading candy land! Each grade level has the opportunity to buy books from their teacher’s wish lists and donate money to the “All for Books” program. Those students who make a classroom wish list donation will receive a TGIF coupon and be entered in a drawing to win free dance tickets. This spring the book fair goal is $4000. If you are unable to attend the book fair, you may purchase books through the online book fair. Just go to the website: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/andovercentralmiddleschool from Feb. 18 to March 6. Thank you for your support of the ACMS Book Fair!
Dental Screenings Offered at Andover Elementary Schools Parents, if you are interested in taking your ACMS Student to the district offered dental screenings you will have the opportunity to do so this school year. Dental Screenings will be offered at our area elementary schools. Those parents who would like to have their ACMS Student participate in this will need to make transportation arrangements for your student to and from the screenings. If you have further questions please use the contact information listed below for each school. The locations/dates/times are as follows: Prairie Creek Elementary School: February 11th, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Contact information- Kellie Bamford, RN/ Jessica Collins Health Clerk at 218-4830 Sunflower Elementary School: February 19th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm Contact information- Denise Tauke, RN/ Nadine Hayden, Health Clerk at 218-4730 Meadowlark Elementary School: February 2nd, 9:30 am- 12:30 pm Contact information- Jenifer Slayton, RN/Kaci Collinsworth, Health Clerk at 218-463
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Skating Through PE During January, the ACMS PE classes enjoyed a roller skating unit. Mrs. T even gave it a try.
Pioneer League, Division 2 Spelling Bee On Tuesday, January 13, ACMS hosted the Pioneer League, Division 2 Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all the participants. The results are as follows: 7th Grade: 1st Place T. Sylvester, Prairie Hills MS 2nd Place A. Brundege, Augusta MS 3rd Place R. Martling, Robert Goddard MS 4th Place R. Thompson, Prairie Hills MS 5th Place J. Dessenberger, Valley Center MS B. Zimmerman, Andover Central MS 8th Grade: 1st Place K. Lyon, Andover Central MS 2nd Place M. Johnson, Augusta MS 3rd Place L. Lewellen, Augusta MS 4th Place K. Blake, Robert Goddard MS K. Moore, Augusta MS 5th Place A. Stewart, Goddard Eisenhower MS D. Crum, Haysville MS S. Hubble, Augusta MS B. Smith, Andover Central MS J. Heehler, Haysville MS A. Nelson, Goddard Eisenhower MS A. Williams, Andover Central MS
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January Cat Class Award Winners!
Cat Class Awards are given by department monthly, recognizing students who continuously strive to be their best, show continued growth academically as well as socially, and are positive contributors to Andover Central Middle School. Cat Class recipients are nominated by teaching staff, with recipients receiving a certificate and Atomic Fire Ball for their accomplishments! January recipients include Alex Kazanchi, Tracy Orgera, Kinley O'Donnell, Jessica Gulasky, Kate Cailteux, Ryan Austin, Jackson Ward, Cassandra Moeder, Mikayla Cooper, Brec Buster, Matt Sears, Alex Dalmasso, Matthew Wong, Reagan Sturges, Sarah Tharman, Hillary Tallman, Owen Spurlock, Samira Vincent, Anna Tri, Maura Flahive, Peyton Jensen, Chad Tabor, Murphy Ownbey
Jaguar Pride Award Winners!
In an effort to recognize students for exhibiting positive character and citizenship on a daily basis, the Andover Central Middle School leadership team is proud to recognize spring recipients of the Jaguar Pride awards. The Jaguar Pride awards, driven by the Character Counts Initiative, recognizes students who consistently demonstrate the six pillars of positive character including trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. Students must also be on a blue or green conduct card, have passing grades and maintain good attendance. Recipients are nominated for the award by ACMS teaching staff, with winners receiving a certificate of recognition, Principal’s Award Pen, and Jag-Pride treat. Jag Pride winners for January include: Jill Duncan, Ganon Steiner, Braden Belt, Allison Uhlenhop, Kyle Kohman, Jillian Primm, Tyler Landers, Lily McBride, Darren Taylor, Sam McCray, Devin McFadden, Maura Flahive, Rachel Giebler, Kate Cailteux, Garret Toom, Hailey Barbour
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7th Grade Girls Basketball
8th Grade Girls Basketball
7th Grade Boys Basketball
8th Grade Boys Basketball
7th Grade Cheerleaders
8th Grade Cheerleaders
7th and 8th Grade Wrestlers
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GENIUS Club Trip to Kansas Aviation Museum GENIUS Club took advantage of having a day off of school on Jan 19 by going on a field trip to the Kansas Aviation Museum. They enjoyed touring the museum, making and flying gliders as well as flying simulators.
Trumpet Fest On January 24, several ACMS students had the opportunity to take part in Trumpet Fest. This was a special master class presented by Dr. David Hunsicker, principal trumpet for Wichita Symphony Orchestra and Professor of Trumpet at WSU. He and his graduate students worked with small groups and then got back together for a final concert.
Fort Hays State Summer Camp Fort Hays State University faculty have created summer camp programs in a variety of disciplines. Campers will participate in hands-on activities and experiments led by faculty leaders in a variety of subjects. Summer Academy Camps originate out of the Informatics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geoscience, and Physics departments, and will be led by expert faculty in each field. All content and activities have been designed with high school freshmen and sophomores in mind. These camps are open to current 8th graders. http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/
Girls Basketball Fundraiser At the last two home games, the girls basketball team donated baked goods and sold them to make money for Harbor House. They raised $263 and donated many supplies. Way to go girls! On February 19, the girls will be taking a trip right after school to deliver their proceeds.
Quarter 3 Grades on PowerSchool Phone App You should now be able to see Q3 grades on Pearson PowerSchool App.
