AMS Newsletter
August 21, 2026
August 24th Monday – Homeroom Assignments and 7&8 Schedules
Will Be Available On ASPEN
August 31st Monday – AMS OPEN HOUSE 4:30-6:30PM
September 2nd Wednesday – FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
September 4th Friday - No School
September 7th Monday – Labor Day No School
Dear AMS Families,
The 2026-2027 School Year is just around the corner. We hope you're enjoying the last week of summer vacation and making the most of these final days before the year begins! We're excited to welcome everyone back and are looking forward to a fantastic opening of school. Below are a few reminders and informational items that will be helpful over the next few weeks as you plan for the opening of school for the year.
Accessing Homeroom Assignments and Schedules on Aspen
Monday, August 24th at approximately 12:00 PM, the following student information will be available on ASPEN.
· Grade 5 & 6 Homeroom assignments
· Grade 7&8 Student Schedules
Use the following directions to access your student’s information:
1. Go to www.abingtonps.org
2. Select "Staff and Parent Portal log on" under Technology Resources
3. Log in using either:
· Family Portal Username and Password (then select your student), OR
· Your student's individual Username (Login ID) and Password
1. Make sure the "My Info" tab is selected at the top
2. Find homeroom teacher and room number at the bottom right of the screen
3. Students in grades 7 and 8 can also select "Current Schedule" on the left side to view their Trimester 1 Schedule
Open House - Monday, August 31, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM
All grade levels are invited to visit AMS on Monday evening. Please be sure to review your student's schedule and homeroom assignment on Aspen before arriving. Our staff will be available to assist families who are new to the building.
Drop-off and Pick-up Information:
· Location: Door 10 (next to the tennis courts)
· Morning drop-off: Door 10 opens at 7:20 AM and closes at 7:50 AM
· Breakfast: Available starting at 7:20 AM
· Dismissal: 2:22 PM
· Driving directions: Enter campus from Gliniewicz Way and proceed around the right side of the building past the athletic fields
· Walkers: Students who are walking to and from school will enter and exit through the main entrance at the front of the building.
Students riding bicycles to school should walk their bikes once they are on school grounds. Students should not be riding bikes in the school lots or bus loop.
AMS staff will be present at Door 10 and the main entrance during arrival and dismissal to assist. If you have questions about drop-off or pick-up procedures, please contact the main office at (781) 982-2170.
We can't wait to see everyone on Monday at Open House and to start the new school year on Wednesday!
Updating Student Information in Aspen – Available After 12:00 PM on Monday, August 24, 2026
Families may begin updating student information via Aspen on Monday.
Directions are available by clicking the following link:
Health & Medical Checklist
Helping Your Child Have a Safe & Successful School Year
As you prepare for the new school year, please take a few minutes to review the checklist below. Completing these steps before school begins helps ensure that your child’s health and medical needs can be safely and effectively supported throughout the school year.
BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS
☐ Update Emergency Contacts
Make sure the school has current emergency contact information, including updated phone numbers.
☐ Review Immunizations
Confirm that your child’s immunizations are up to date and meet Massachusetts school requirements:
☐ Request Updated Medical Orders
If your child requires medication, treatments, or other health-related accommodations at school, please request updated orders from their healthcare provider.
☐ Notify the School of Health Changes
Please let the school nurse know about any new or significant medical conditions, diagnoses, allergies, or changes in your child’s health.
HEALTH PLANS
Updated Medical Orders
Please obtain updated medical orders before the start of the school year from your child’s healthcare provider.
You may use the school’s provided forms or your healthcare provider’s own medication/medical order form, as appropriate.
Your child may need an Emergency Action Plan or other medical plan at school if they have:
☐ Allergies - allergy action plan.pdf
☐ Asthma - asthma action plan.pdf
☐ Seizures - seizure action plan.pdf
☐ Diabetes – Please obtain updated orders from your child’s endocrinologist.
☐ Other Medical Conditions
MEDICATIONS & SUPPLIES
☐ Parental Consent for Prescription Medications – parent/guardian consent for medication.pdf
Complete the required parental consent forms for prescription medications.
☐ Original Pharmacy Containers
All prescription medications must be provided in the original pharmacy-labeled container and clearly identify your child’s name, medication, dosage, and instructions.
☐ Check Expiration Dates
Make sure all medications are current and have not expired. Please request refills from your pharmacy as needed.
☐ Over-the-Counter Medications – For students at Abington Middle School and Abington High School, complete the required parental consent for over-the-counter medications.
Middle School: Consent for Over-the-Counter medication- AMS
High School:
COMMUNICATION & SUPPORT
Please provide the school nurse with all completed medical forms, parental consent forms, and required medications before the start of school.
You may:
Bring paperwork and medications to Open House
Arrange an appointment with your child’s school nurse
Contact your school nurse with any questions or concerns
School Nurse Contacts
Abington High School / AEEP
Donna Conso donnaconso@abingtonps.org
Abington Middle School
Sarah LaPointe sarahlapointe@abingtonps.org
Woodsdale Elementary School
Debra Ambrose debraambrose@abingtonps.org
Beaver Brook Elementary School
Renee Brown reneebrown@abingtonps.org
A Healthy Start to the School Year
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
Please complete all applicable items before the first day of school.