AMS Newsletter
May 29, 2026
June 1st Monday – 7th and 8th Grade Field Day (Rain Date June 3rd)
June 2nd Tuesday – ALL Library Books Are Due Back
June 3rd Wednesday – Grades 5/6 Band Concert
June 3rd Wednesday – 8th Grade Washington DC Luggage Check/
Drop-Off 3pm – 6pm
June 4th - 6th Thursday – Saturday- Grade 8 Washington DC Trip
June 8th Monday – AMS PTO Meeting
June 9th Tuesday – 5th and 6th Grade Field Day
(Rain date June 11th)
Cases Of Small Water Bottles Donations, For the Up Coming Field Days Can Be Dropped Off at the AMS Office. – Thank You
After School Club - ENDING DATES-
Wednesdays-
Grs. 5 through 8 Chess Club – Mr. Perkins – Ending 6/3
Bus Applications Are Available for 2026-2027 School Year
Bus Application Form Links CLICK HERE
Forms and Full Payment MUST Be Completed by July 1, 2026
Hydration Reminder
As the days get warmer, please remember to send your student(s) to school with plenty of water each day. Staying hydrated helps students remain healthy, focused, and ready to learn!
Refillable water bottles are a great option, as filtered water filling stations are conveniently located throughout Abington Middle School. Please note that water bottles are not available for students to purchase or receive at school, so bringing one from home each day is strongly encouraged.
Thank you for helping us keep our students hydrated and feeling their best this spring!
IMPORTANT NURSE MESSAGE:
As we move through the unpredictable New England spring, we are seeing big swings in temperature from morning to afternoon. It may feel quite chilly at the start of the day, but by lunchtime, temperatures can rise significantly.
To help students stay comfortable and healthy, we encourage families to have children dress in layers. Light jackets, sweatshirts, or long sleeves that can be easily removed are ideal for this time of year. This allows students to adjust to changing conditions throughout the day.
Additionally, with warmer afternoons approaching, it is very important that students bring a water bottle to school each day. Staying hydrated supports focus, energy levels, and overall well-being—especially during outdoor activities like recess and physical education.
Thank you for your continued support in helping students stay safe, comfortable, and ready to learn.
ADDITIONAL NOTES FROM THE NURSES’ OFFICE:
As we continue through the school year at Abington Middle School, we kindly remind all families to ensure that their student’s physical exam and immunization records are up to date with the School Nurse’s Office. Keeping records current is important for your child’s health and helps us maintain a safe and healthy school environment for everyone.
If your student has had a recent physical or received updated immunizations, please submit documentation to the nurse’s office as soon as possible.
If your child has been diagnosed with a life-threatening allergy, please provide the school nurse with the required emergency medication, a current allergy action plan, and a signed parental consent form.
If your child has been diagnosed with asthma, please provide the necessary asthma medication, an updated asthma action plan, and a signed parental consent form.
Additionally, please remember to submit a current physical examination form and an up-to-date immunization record for the school nurse’s files.
To help keep our school community healthy, please:
Keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or are feeling too unwell to participate in school activities.
Ensure your child is fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school.
Encourage frequent handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and avoid sharing drinks or utensils.
Consider consulting your healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or you have concerns about your child’s health.
We appreciate your partnership in helping prevent the spread of illness. If you are unsure whether your child’s records are complete, please reach out to the me at sarahlapointe@abingtonps.org or 781-982-2170 x4302 if you have any questions.
Thank you for your continued support.
ABINGTON INK
HOT OFF THE PRESS!
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YEARBOOK CREW:
Next Meetings will be on June 16th - Meetings are 2:30 to 3:25 PROMPT PICK UP PLEASE!
If you love ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, WRITING, or love using your COMPUTER SKILLS - then this is the club for you! This club is FREE and all students in grades 5 to 8 are welcome. Yearbook Club meets every other Thursday. If you have any questions, email Ms. Herron at amberherron@abingtonps.org
Substitute Paraprofessionals and Substitute Teachers Needed:
Abington Public Schools is accepting applications for the following positions district-wide:
Substitute Paraprofessionals and Substitute Teachers at all schools (PreK-12)
Please send your letter of interest to Nicole Leach at nicoleleach@abingtonps.org and click here for more information.
SCHOOL COUNCIL MEMBERS-
Abington Middle School needs a Community Representative to serve on our School Council. The primary function of the council is to advise and assist the principal in the development of the School Improvement Plan, Student Handbook and Program of Studies. In addition, the council discusses and advises about school-based programs, initiatives, and events. The council consists of two parent representatives, two staff representatives, a community representative and school administration. Council meetings will be held on the second Monday of each month at 4:00 in the Abington Middle School conference room. If you are interested in serving on the School Council or have questions, please contact Mrs. Blanchard at colleenblanchard@abingtonps.org.
Student Safety - Riding Bicycle, Scooter and Skateboard:
As the weather gets warmer more students will begin to walk or ride their bikes home from school, we ask that they remember to follow all traffic laws and stay off private property. These rules help keep you safe and maintain good relationships with our community.
Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school are encouraged to wear safety helmets. Students who ride bicycles or scooters to school must abide by the following rules. Failure to do so may result in the loss of the privilege of riding a bicycle or scooter to school. Upon arriving at school, students will park their equipment in the appropriate area designated by a bicycle rack. At the closing of school, students who have ridden a bicycle or scooter to school will be dismissed when the walking students are called for dismissal.
Important reminders:
Please walk your Bikes, Scooters and Skateboards on the sidewalks and in the parking lots during high traffic times.
Walk your Bikes, Scooters, and Skateboards at crosswalks.
Do not ride bikes on the track at Reilly Field. The track is for runners only. Bicycles can damage the surface of the track, which is used recreationally by townspeople and by our own APS sports teams.
If you need to pass through Reilly Field, stay outside of the track fencing. Use the designated pathways around the perimeter.
Follow all traffic signals and crosswalk rules when traveling to and from school.
Respect private property by staying on public sidewalks and paths.
Thank you for being responsible members of our school community and helping to keep everyone safe!
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures Reminder
The safety of all students remains our top priority. To help ensure a smooth and secure arrival and dismissal process, we ask that all parents and guardians carefully review the procedures below.
Authorized Pickups