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Principal's Update
Hey everyone! Dr. Nover here. Happy Friday and Happy 2024!
It has been a great first week back at AMD. We began Tuesday with a reminder to students about our basic expectations outlined in our AMD Student Expectations guide that was shared with all families this summer. I am so happy to report that 95% of all students are carrying their laptops in cases. Thank you for supporting us in this endeavor. These cases significantly decrease the amount of damage the devices incur. Please take time to review our cell phone policy with your student leader as well. All cell phones must be off and away in their lockers at all times during the school day. If you need to reach your student, please contact the main office.
We are beginning preparations for our mid-terms for 8th graders. In addition, all students will be taking the New York State test on the computer this year. Our trial at Roosevelt was very successful last year! To support the implementation of this test format, we will conduct a state-mandated simulation on Wednesday, January 24th. All students will take a practice math exam to learn how to use the computer-based testing system and embedded tools. Please work with your student leader to ensure that their devices are fully charged daily and that they bring a charger with them to school. In the upcoming weeks, we will be rewarding all students who bring a charged device and/or charger to school.
I know a big focus of this year has been on relationships, safety, and systems and structures. This is why I am so often updating families on these practices. I want to assure you that these foundations are allowing for deep and engaging instruction to occur. We have bridges being built in our 6th grade STEM classes, debates in 8th grade social studies, daily literacy practices in ELA and our students are strengthening their math problem-solving skills in addition to all the work occurring across departments and in our Encore classes. AMD is an amazing place to be and we will continue to strive for programs that place our students at the forefront as the leaders of our community.
Have a wonderful day and a fantastic weekend! I hear there is some snow on the way. Stay safe and warm. And, as always, if you need anything, please reach out.
With gratitude,
Dr. Nicole Mangiere Nover
Principal
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