Nov. 6, 2018 Third-grader Rose Greer flipped through pages of a shiny new copy of a Jigsaw Jones chapter book. “Every kid is going to get a book every month,” the youngster exclaimed, nearly jumping out of her seat. Three teachers at McNulty Academy were inspired by a Facebook post to help bring new reading …
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Nov. 2, 2018 Because of a half day for Amsterdam High School students on Tuesday, Nov. 6, students will attend Period 1, 2, 8 and 9 only. They will use the following schedule: Period 1: 7:53 a.m. to 8:34 a.m. Period 2: 8:37 a.m. to 9:18 a.m. Period 8: 9:21 a.m. – 10:02 a.m. Period …
Oct. 30, 2018 The district’s School Health Services program supports your student’s academic success by promoting health in the school setting. One way that we provide care for your student is by performing the health screenings as mandated by the State of New York. A letter will be sent home if the screenings find anything …
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Oct. 29, 2018 Do you need help with your college application? Are you unsure on how to answer a college application question? Are you confused on how to link your Common App with Naviance? Visit College Application Help Sessions every Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Amsterdam High School Media Center. …
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Oct. 29, 2018 Students going to college next fall must apply now for student financial aid. To get financial aid, you start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Financial Aid Night is a great time to file your FAFSA – and qualify for money for college tuition, books, housing and other college …
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Oct 24, 2018 Interested in a career that offers a good work-life balance, job security and leadership opportunities? Consider driving a school bus for the Greater Amsterdam School District. School bus drivers typically work part-time, in the morning and the afternoon with a long break in between. Interested drivers may decide to cover additional afterschool …
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Oct. 24, 2018 October is Anti-Bullying Month, and at Amsterdam High School, School Resource Officer Corey Rust has been giving presentations during physical education classes. At the end, each student received an agenda to help keep them organized and scholarly throughout the year. Every October, schools and organizations across the country join STOMP Out Bullying™ …
Oct. 11, 2018 Amsterdam High School students and their families: Interim Report Cards are now available on the Parent & Student Portals. They will not be mailed home and are only accessible through the portals. Feel free to contact your child’s guidance counselor if you have any questions or concerns. Have a great day!
Oct. 8, 2018 The district is preparing for students to return to school Tuesday after a tragic loss to our community. We want to ensure that our staff members are adequately prepared to respond to any needs that may arise. Students of the Greater Amsterdam School District will report to school Tuesday on a 1-hour …
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Oct. 7, 2018 Yesterday afternoon, a car accident occurred in Schoharie that resulted in the death of an employee of the Greater Amsterdam School District. The employee’s identity is being withheld until family members have been notified. Please know that our thoughts are with all who have been affected by this tragic loss. The Red …
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