Amsterdam High School
140 Saratoga Ave.
Amsterdam, NY 12010
518-843-4932
518-843-5432 (fax)

Gavin Murdoch - principal
Christine Pietro, assistant principal
John Davey, assistant principal

News & Announcements

• Attention high school students and parents: The 2008-09 course description book has been updated. To visit the guidance page to view the most recent version, click here.

• A schedule of Regents examinations to be held in June has been released by the New York State Education Department. To view the schedule, click here.

Our mission statement

"The mission of the Amsterdam High School as a center of learning with a diversified population is to ensure that students become good citizens. This is accomplished by providing strong academic programs in a safe environment that is supported by all stakeholders."

Belief Statements

We believe...

• All children can learn.

• The purpose of our school is the education of the whole child.

• With rights come responsibility.

• Everyone deserves an education.

• Respect is to be afforded to all members of society.

• Learning is a life-long process.

• Everyone is unique and has value.

• Everyone deserves a healthy, secure environment.

• Diversity is valuable.

AHS history

Until 1976, the Wilbur H. Lynch High School was located on Brandt Place in Amsterdam. In January of 1977, the Amsterdam High School officially opened its doors in the Town of Amsterdam and began its proud history. The "Rugged Ram" is the school mascot.