TN Department of Education has released a Family Toolkit on Understanding Student Testing. TN Ready Testing will begin for students in grades 2- 8 next week in Athens City Schools.
https://bestforall-cms.tnedu.gov/sites/default/files/documents/AC_R360_FCE_Toolkit01_UnderstandingStudentTesting-compressed%201.pdf
Kids Connection program is currently taking applications for Summer program. The Intent to Apply will remain open through 6PM on Monday, 4/15 . Please follow the link to apply https://www.athenscityschools.net/apps/form/form.ATHCS.u8NWFqj.1OQ_
April 15th is Purple Up for Military Families. ACS encourages our students and staff to wear purple on Monday, April 15th to show our support to Military Families. Thank you for your service!
ACS PreK registration packets for 2024-2025 school year are available at the Central Office at 943 Crestway Drive. For questions, please call 745-1516.
Save the date! Summer Camp invitations will be coming home this week with students.
It’s a beautiful morning at Athens City Schools !
Kids Connection Summer Adventure 2024 Intent to Apply will be open 4/5- 4/15 to apply online at www.athenscityschools.net.
Kids Connection Summer Adventure 2024 Intent to Apply will be open 4/5- 4/15 to apply online at www.athenscityschools.net.
ACMS Spring Musical The Big One, Oh! is coming soon. Be sure to make plans to attend this great performance.
The Big One-Oh Jr. Cast Spotlight!
Zombie King, Swampy, and Alien are Charley's imaginary friends—his 3 Monsters. When Charley is feeling frazzled or friendless, his Monsters appear to talk him through any dilemma and help him make decisions.
Rachel Hurst (Alien) is returning to the ACMS stage after a great run in last year's production of Newsies Jr.! She is such a character, bringing high energy and such a positive light to the stage! Her dance skills paired with an innate stage presence make her an unstoppable force when she steps on stage.
Devin Arnwine (Zombie King) is an ACMS Fine Arts Department veteran. She is no stranger to the stage, having done the ACMS musical for 3 years, as well as many productions at The Arts Center. When you hear this young lady sing, you'll understand why she is soooo special.
Caitlyn Long (Swampy) is an ACMS Fine Arts Department veteran and leader!! She has been a star since she hit the stage in Matilda Jr.! Cailtyn has an indomitable presence on stage and it's impossible not to notice her! When you come to see this show, prepare to be overwhelmed by her talent!
Based on the beloved book, The Big One-Oh! JR. features lyrics by Academy Award-winner (Fame, Footloose) Dean Pitchford, the author of the novel; music by three-time Tony-winner Doug Besterman (The Producers, Fosse, Elf, Young Frankenstein), and a book by iTheatric's award-winning playwright Timothy Allen McDonald (Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, James and the Giant Peach).
You have 4 chances to come see this show!! Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and can be pre-purchased in the office at ACMS or bought at the door!
Doors open at 6:00 and the show starts at 6:30 Thursday-Saturday. For the Sunday matinee, doors open at 2:30, with the show starting at 3:00.
We hope to see you there!!
6th Grade and their puppets in Mrs. Bryant's class.
Kids connection students having fun on solar eclipse day.
Kids Connection students enjoyed learning about the Solar Eclipse and watching it on Monday.
Monday, April 15th is Purple Up for Military Families Day. ACS Staff and Students are encouraged to wear Purple to show support for our military families.
TN Ready Testing begins next week on April 16th through May 3rd. All tests will be conducted in the morning and end by 11:00am each day. Please do not pick up your child(ren) before 11:00am for any appointments and make sure they arrive to school on time each day!!! Thank you for your assistance!
Save the date! Japan Fest is April 29. Everyone is invited to attend.
ACS Family Engagement and Kids Connection will be providing a Zumba Family Night on Tuesday, April 16th at 5:30 p.m. at the Athens City Intermediate Gym. It will be a fun night for the entire family.
The Big One-Oh Jr. Cast Spotlight!
Introducing Vince Champagne and his assistants, Annie and Andy!
Sean McCracken (Vince Champagne) is new to the ACMS Fine Arts Department this year. Sean is an 8th grader who has taken the ACMS stage by storm!! Sean's portrayal of his character Vince brings the razzle dazzle that this show needs!
Presley Stephens (Assistant Andy) is new to the ACMS Fine Arts Department. She is an ACMS Singer and also a member of the ACMS Band. She brings a sweet and calming presence to the cast, but don't let her demeanor fool you! This girl can sing!!!!
Kira Morgan (Assistant Annie) is an ACMS Fine Arts Dept. veteran, having served in ACMS Band, ACMS Singers, and the ACMS Spring Musical for 3 years running! Serving quirk and high dance energy, Kira is ready to wow this year's audience with yet another stellar performance!
Based on the beloved book, The Big One-Oh! JR. features lyrics by Academy Award-winner (Fame, Footloose) Dean Pitchford, the author of the novel; music by three-time Tony-winner Doug Besterman (The Producers, Fosse, Elf, Young Frankenstein), and a book by iTheatric's award-winning playwright Timothy Allen McDonald (Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, James and the Giant Peach).
You have 4 chances to come see this show!! Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and can be pre-purchased in the office at ACMS or bought at the door!
Doors open at 6:00 and the show starts at 6:30 Thursday-Saturday. For the Sunday matinee, doors open at 2:30, with the show starting at 3:00.
We hope to see you there!!!
Kids Connection Summer Adventure 2024 Intent to Apply will be open 4/5- 4/15 to apply online at www.athenscityschools.net.
