Latest Newshttp://www.ardmoreschools.orgSat, 19 May 2012 13:23:02 GMTThu, 10 May 2012 19:08:59 GMTAMS Announces Dates for Summer Blast Programhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-announces-dates-for-summer-blast-programThu, 10 May 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterIt's Summer Blast at AMS!

Won't you join us?  Breakfast and lunch provided!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-announces-dates-for-summer-blast-programDonna Stanton Named 2013 Teacher of the Yearhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/donna-stanton-named-2013-teacher-of-the-yearFri, 04 May 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services Center

Donna is a Special Education teacher at Ardmore Middle School.  She has been a member of the ACS education family for 30 year.  Congratulations!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/donna-stanton-named-2013-teacher-of-the-yearParent Power Session Topics-What You Need to Know...http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-session-topics-what-you-need-to-knowFri, 20 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe spring session of Parent Power Night is scheduled for Monday, April 23rd from 5:15 until 7:30 pm at the HFV Wilson Community Center.  A light dinner and children's activities will be provided.  To preview the agenda including session topics for the evening, click on the news story headline.

 Parent Power Night Agenda

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-session-topics-what-you-need-to-knowMay 4 - ACS Students Out of Schoolhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/may-4-acs-students-out-of-schoolWed, 18 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe Board of Education approved the release of students from attending school on May 4th.  The District did not have to use any "banked" days for inclement weather this school year so Superintendent Bates noted that the District had enough days in order to do this. 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/may-4-acs-students-out-of-schoolParent Power Night Spring Session Date Announcedhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-night-spring-session-date-announcedWed, 11 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterACS will be hosting the second Parent Power Night for parents of children in Pre-K through 12th grade.  Please join us...Your Invitation

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-night-spring-session-date-announcedProfessional Kidshttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/professional-kidsFri, 30 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonProfessional Kids is a program for High School Students (9-12) who are serious about their future, have goals set for themselves, are willing to work hard to achieve their goals, remain positive and optimistic, and are respectful of themselves and others.
Purpose of Professional Kids:
- To direct students to available resources for higher education (OK Promise, OHLAP, financial aid, scholarships, etc.) and provide assistance in completing college admissions forms, financial aid forms, and scholarship applications. 
- To help students choose colleges, vocational schools, and/or universities that will suit their needs. 
- To inform students and parents of college requirements, expectations, and financial information. 
- To develop short and long term goal, personally and professionally.
Contact:
Mrs. Antwine, M.A. (Kindergarten Teacher)
Email: antwinesangels@yahoo.com
Phone: 580-223-2482 (8am-4pm)

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/professional-kidsTraining Teens for Tommorrow (T-3) Eventhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/training-teens-for-tommorrow-t-3-eventTue, 27 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterAttention Students or Parents of Students Who are Age 14 through 18!

Take part in a very important program which will assist teenagers in achieving independence and a successful transition to adulthood.  For more information please click on the title of this article.

Training Teens for Tomorrow (T-3) 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/training-teens-for-tommorrow-t-3-eventCongratulations Jefferson Elementaryhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/congratulations-jefferson-elementaryFri, 16 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services Center
Congratulations to the Jefferson Elementary staff for receiveing "Reward School" status from the Oklahoma State Department of Education.  You are AWESOME!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/congratulations-jefferson-elementaryMarch Mania AHS Talent Showhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/march-mania-ahs-talent-showMon, 05 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonMarch Mania AHS Talent Show will be Friday, March 9th at the Goddard Center. There will be three shows; 9am/1pm/7pm. The morning and afternoon admission is $2 and the evening admission is $5.
Come out and support our AHS students and The Pride of Ardmore. See great acts and help pick our Crowd Favorite! Winners will be announced at the conclusion of our 7pm performance. Our 1pm judging panel will be: Leslie Dvorak, John Moore, Chris O'Donnell, and John Pryor.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/march-mania-ahs-talent-showACS Instrumental Concert Fundraiserhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/acs-instrumental-concert-fundraiserMon, 05 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonThe ACS Instrumental Music OSSAA Solo & Ensemble Superior Concert Fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 11th at 2pm at the Ardmore High School Cafeteria (701 Veterans Blvd). Admission for the concert will be $5 and will include a fun filled, musical afternoon! Entertainment will include AHS Brass, Percussion, Woodwind, and Orchestra. Ensembles as well as solists from AHS and AMS. Desserts and punch will also be included.

Proceeds will go towards ACS Instrumental transportation and supplies. Come Supports our Musical Students!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/acs-instrumental-concert-fundraiserMagnificent Middle School Students!http://www.ardmoreschools.org/magnificent-middle-school-studentsWed, 29 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonWe have some celebrating to do! A few AMS Orchestra students participated in the OSSAA District Solo and Ensemble Contest this weekend in Durant. The students are:
Nick Dool-Superior Rating, String Bass Solo (with a broken arm, I might add); Colin Caudle-Superior Rating, Violin Solo; Pearlea Heller-Superior Rating, Violin Solo; Brittani Ayres and Samuel Allen-Superior Rating, Violin and Cello Duet; Terrence Harlowe and Michael Rogers-Excellent Rating, Violin and Viola Duet.
Great Job Guys!!

Also, Congratulations to Travis Nguyen! He won first place in the Oklahoma Bar Association Creative Writing contest for 8th graders. Congratulations to Megan Klages for Honorable Mention.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/magnificent-middle-school-studentsArdmore High Cheer Clinichttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/ardmore-high-cheer-clinicFri, 03 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonArdmore High School Cheerleaders will be holding a cheer clinic on Saturday, February 11 from 9:30 to noon. The cost is $20 (includes a t-shirt) and is open to the public, ages 4 years to 8th grade.
Students that participate in the clinic will cheer a quarter AND perform at half-time of the Varsity Boys' Basketball game on Friday, February 17.
Parents are invited to come early and see with their child has learned (approximately 11:40am that morning).
For questions, contact Terri Ogden-Oyler at Ardmore High School - 226-7680.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/ardmore-high-cheer-clinicParent Power Nighthttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-nightThu, 02 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterHere's what parents had to say about Parent Power Night...

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-night7 Ardmore Athletes Sign Letters of Intenthttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/7-ardmore-athletes-sign-letters-of-intentWed, 01 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonSeven of Ardmore High School's most talented senior athletes signed letters of intent Wendesday, Feb 1, 2012. The students were surrounded by a crowd of peers, ACS staff, members of the media, and family. The students are as follows:


Jywayne Allen - Oklahoma Baptist Univeristy (Track)


Tyler Dickson - Northwestern Oklahoma State University (Football)


Josiah Reed - Northeastern State Universtiy (Football)


Tre'Von Lawson - Northeastern State University (Football)


Brian Carr - Bacone University (Football)


Ashdon Perry - Northeastern State University (Football)

 
Juaren McGee - Bacone University (Football)


 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/7-ardmore-athletes-sign-letters-of-intentParent Power Night Dates Announcedhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-night-dates-announcedWed, 18 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterYou're Invited to Join Us for Parent Power Night!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-power-night-dates-announcedSuperintendent's Cornerhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/superintendents-cornerFri, 13 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe January edition of the Superintendent's Corner is available!  Click HERE.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/superintendents-cornerLincoln Elementary Achieves Great Expectations Model School Statushttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/lincoln-elementary-achieves-great-expectations-model-school-statusFri, 13 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMTCourtnie YeltonLincoln recently achieved the prestigious honor of being named a Great Expectations Model School. The school’s principal, faculty, and staff worked diligently to accomplish this impressive goal.
Lincoln is a showcase for the rewarding benefits that Great Expectations provides students, faculty, staff, parents and the community, and it will be visited by other schools/districts that want to follow in their footsteps. “The school is truly a shining star in the community, state, and nation. They are to be highly commended for their efforts. We are overjoyed to add them to our list of ‘Showcase Schools’,” said Dr. Linda Dzialo, President and CEO of Great Expectations. The Great Expectations Program, founded in 1991, is a scientifically-based research educational reform model that is bringing major change and innovation to PK-12 public and private school classrooms in Oklahoma. The program represents an approach to learning that empowers teachers to expect and to get the best from students; it rekindles the excitement of discovery among both students and teachers, and it pushes everyone involved to greater heights of achievement. The basic principles of the program are: high expectations for students, a learning climate based on mutual respect between student and teacher, student self-esteem, a belief that all students can learn, positive teacher attitude, and highly skilled and knowledgeable teachers who inspire and enable students to achieve success.
More information about the program can be found at www.greatexpectationsok.org or by calling 918-444-3744.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/lincoln-elementary-achieves-great-expectations-model-school-statusA Message from the Superintendenthttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/a-message-from-the-superintendentFri, 16 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterAs I complete my first five months as the Superintendent of Ardmore City Schools, I must say that it has been a wonderful experience.  I couldn’t ask for a better staff of teachers, support personnel and administrators.  Parents and community members have been very welcoming and supportive.

I have also been very humbled by the generosity of our community in assisting those who are less fortunate.  I am so proud of our staff and student groups that have given of their time to help the community by collecting and donating coats, clothing, food or toys.  We are also very blessed to have so many organizations in town that help out during the holiday season like, Toys for Tots, First United Methodist Church Christmas Ministry, Rotary Club, Angel Tree, Shop with a Cop and the list goes on and on.

In addition, three of my staff members in the Central Office, Shirley Morgan, Sabra Emde and Marcy King, put together the Spirit of the Tigers Program in mid November.  The purpose of the program is to simply help students in need.  With no funds in hand, a group of my central office staff members and our school-based social workers gathered to identify students who may not be receiving any assistance this holiday season.  With a very short time table, this group of ladies sent out a few emails and you, the community, and ACS staff members have stepped up and made Christmas happen for many more students.

I am also happy to report that as funding continues to come in, the Spirit of the Tigers Program will have the ability to continue helping  students in need throughout the school year.  Thank you for your generosity and compassion for the students of Ardmore City Schools.  This is a great community and I am very proud to call it home.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/a-message-from-the-superintendentParent Tips for Holiday Breakhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-tips-for-holiday-break1Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterHelp your child stay at the top of his/her learning game during the holiday vacation!

Tips_for_holiday_break.pdf

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parent-tips-for-holiday-break1Thank You Enrichment Foundationhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/thank-you-enrichment-foundationMon, 28 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterA big thank you goes out to the Ardmore City Schools Enrichment Foundation for their recent grants to teachers.  This is an awesome group of community members that do wonderful things for our school district.  If you see one of them in the community, be sure to say thank you.

They are:  Mary Kate Wilson, Donna Spring, John Veazey, Charley Williams, Carey Baldwin, Kevin Boatright, William Crosby, Sharon McAnally, Jenni Moen, Joann Moore, Paula Pfau, Joe Rison & Ryan Youderian.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/thank-you-enrichment-foundationLet the Ardmore Wrestlers Do Your Cookinghttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/let-the-ardmore-wrestlers-do-your-cookingMon, 28 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterWrestling Hams.pdf

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/let-the-ardmore-wrestlers-do-your-cookingBoard Seat #2 Up for Electionhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/board-seat-2-up-for-electionWed, 16 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterVoting Ward V (Office 2) is up for election this year.  Mr. Alan Vernon, who has served our school district for several terms, will be retiring after his term. 

To be eligible to be a candidate for member of the BOE, a person must have resided in the district for at least six months preceding the first day of the filing period, and have been a registered voter registered with the county election board at an address located within the geographical boundaries of the district for six months preceding the first day of the filing period.

Filing period for this year is December 5-7, 2011 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Carter County Election Office, 106 Hinkle Street.  The election is set for February 14, 2012.

For more information, please contact Marcy King at 223-2483 or check out the OSSBA flier.

 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/board-seat-2-up-for-electionAMS Chili Supper & Silent Auctionhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-chili-supper-silent-auctionMon, 14 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe National Junior Honor Society will host a chili supper and silent auction on December 13, 2011, from 5-8 p.m.  The event will be held at the Ardmore Middle School in the Cafeteria.  Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from any National Junior Honor Society student.  Your $5 will include chili, dessert and a drink!  All proceeds will go toward the National Junior Honor Society's trip to Washington DC in May of 2012.

Silent Auction items include:  a Dell Laptop Computer, Gevalia Coffee Maker, Jewelry, Skin Care Products, Chiropractor consulatation exam and x-ray, sculptures, Waterpik, Gift Certificates, Hunting Supplies & Household Supplies.

For more informatiom, contact Vicki Peters at Ardmore Middle Schools, 223-2475.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-chili-supper-silent-auctionIt's Band BBQ Time!http://www.ardmoreschools.org/its-band-bbq-timeFri, 28 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe Ardmore Band BBQ is Thursday, November 10th. at Heritage Hall in beautiful downtown Ardmore.  Tickets are $6 each and the money raised will be used for the Pride of Ardmore's trip to Chicago in March and for other band-related expenses throughout the school year.  BBQ will be served from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.  Your ticket will get you a delicious BBQ sandwich, chips, a drink, and a dessert.  Contact Chauvin Aaron, Allison Scott or Jill Hagan to get your ticket today at 226-7680.

 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/its-band-bbq-timeParents' Preview of HIV/AIDS Informationhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/parents-preview-of-hivaids-informationTue, 25 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe annual Parents' Preview of the HIV/AIDS video and education materials has been set for November 1, 2011 in the cafeteria at Ardmore Middle School (511 Veterans Blvd) at 6 p.m.  The district gives all 5th - 7th grade parents the opportunity to preview the materials along with the video at least one month before the information is shared with students. 

If you have any questions, please contact Renita Dotson, Ardmore Middle School RN at 223-2475.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/parents-preview-of-hivaids-informationOctober 10-14 is Support Personnel Weekhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/october-10-14-is-support-personnel-week1Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterOver 25,000 support employees are working as the helping hand in education.  Here at Ardmore City Schools, we are blessed to have 204 dedicated support staff members working hard each and every day to help us to meet the educational needs of our students.  We depend on these staff members to make the schools a better place for students to learn.

Food service employees, custodial/maintenance, transportation, building and grounds, teachers’ aides, paraprofessionals, clerks, secretaries, technology assistants and other support personnel believe that the work they do makes a difference in the lives of our students.

If students attend a clean, well-maintained school, get there safely in a school bus driven by an expert, eat a tasty, nourishing lunch, and get assistance from a secretary or assistant, it helps the learning process.

Cafeteria personnel arrive at the school cafeteria early in the morning to prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals each day.  Custodian/maintenance and delivery personnel are responsible for opening the buildings each morning, keeping them clean, and in the winter seeing that snow and ice are removed from sidewalks.  In the summer, they must assure that the air conditioning operates well to maintain classroom comfort.  Each day support personnel deliver supplies, school mail, text books, custodial and food service items.

Transportation employees not only pick up and deliver students to and from school, but also make additional trips for special activities, all with the safety and well-being of the students uppermost in their minds.  Mechanics are employed to keep buses in safe operating condition.

Teacher assistants assist classroom teachers and office assistants assist in building offices.  School secretaries maintain records, payroll data, and many other bookkeeping tasks as well as serve the principal, an administrator, teacher and student needs.  Personnel in the administrative offices serve many functions.  They coordinate school activities and compile reports from all buildings into a final report.  They also keep the records that are audited by state and federal auditors.

As parents and others know, our country’s future lies in our children and their education.  The schools have a tremendous job.  Each day, support personnel in schools across the state are the “Helping Hands” which assist districts in successfully meeting their responsibilities.  Vital services are provided as support personnel strive to make a positive difference in the lives of the students and to make the world a little easier and better for children.

Join me in thanking all the support staff members of Ardmore City Schools.  They do a GREAT job!

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/october-10-14-is-support-personnel-week1AMS Food Pantry - You Can Help!http://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-food-pantry-you-can-helpWed, 05 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterThe AMS Food Pantry has been set up as a resource to students who may not have access to food at home.  Your donations are greatly appreciated.  Items suggested for donation include canned vegetables, canned meats, and dry goods.  You can drop off items at Ardmore Middle School, 511 Veterans Blvd from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/ams-food-pantry-you-can-helpMy Stomach Hurts, I Can't Go To Schoolhttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/my-stomach-hurts-i-cant-go-to-schoolWed, 05 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterDoes your child find reasons to stay home from school?  We can help.  Contact your child's school counselor or one of our school-based social workers (Stephanie Hacker at 223-2475) or (Cindy Sperry at 223-2472). 

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/my-stomach-hurts-i-cant-go-to-schoolClean Out Those Closetshttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/clean-out-those-closetsWed, 05 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterAre your children growing faster than you can keep up with them?  Don't know what to do with those clothing items they have outgrown before being outworn?  Think about donating your items to the ACS Clothes Closet.  Many times we have students who need a pair of shoes, shirts, pants, gym shorts .... and no resources to get them. 

For more information or to make a donation, contact Sabra Emde our Homeless Liaison at 221-3001 Ext 252.

Donations of new clothing items are also accepted.

]]>http://www.ardmoreschools.org/clean-out-those-closetsTiger Pridehttp://www.ardmoreschools.org/tiger-prideWed, 21 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMTEducation Services CenterAHS Students Thonmas Childs, Ethan Stedman, Payton Stein & Kolton Lima were recognized at the September Board meeting for their amazing artwork creation in the mall area of Ardmore High School. 

    

GREAT JOB!

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