Avenel Middle School

Avenel Middle School 8th Grade Families, I am pleased to announce that all 8th grade students will be receiving their iPad this week. As stated in the Acceptable User Agreement, Woodbridge Township School District is committed to the integration of technology into student learning so that all students are prepared for the challenges presented in high school, college, and career. Below are some key points for students and families: Bring your fully-charged device and your charger to school each day; take them home each afternoon. Remember to fully-charge your device every evening at home. Your device must always remain in its case. Do not attempt to remove the case under any circumstances. Stickers, writing, painting or any other form of decoration are not permitted on cases or devices. Be careful when placing your device/charger in your backpack. Never place our device inside of a backpack that contains liquids, food, heavy objects or sharp objects. Do not throw your backpack while your device is inside. Gently place your backpack on bus/car seats, on tables/desks, on the floor/ground, etc. Do not eat or drink while using your device. Spills can cause damage. Clean your device with a damp, soft cloth when needed. Disinfectant wipes can be used. Do not use household spray cleaners or window cleaners. Take caution when plugging/unplugging power cord, headphones, mouse, etc. to protect device ports. Remember that your device is borrowed school property and does not belong to you. All activity is monitored by the District and you are responsible for adhering to all District policies regarding acceptable use of your device. Report any problem immediately to your teacher. Mr. Caldwell and Mrs. Tulloch (AMS Tech Team) will assist you and are available to answer any questions regarding your device: scott.caldwell@woodbridge.k12.nj.us samantha.tulloch@woodbridge.k12.nj.us Although we teach students proper care of the device, there are times when the device may be damaged. The district has contracted with an insurance company to help offset the costs for these repairs. However, part of the repair costs is the responsibility of the family. Parents/Guardians will be responsible for the repair co-pay if the device is damaged. 1st incident in a school year: $20.00 Each additional incident in a school year: $50.00 The loss or damage beyond repair of an iPad, and/or power cord, is the responsibility of the parent, as these are not covered in our insurance policy. $40.00 for power cord replacement $329.00 for unit replacement Thank you for your continued support. Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School

over 3 years ago, Joseph Short

AMS Parents & Guardians, The Avenel Middle School Open House will be held this, Wednesday, September 15th beginning at 6:30 pm. Please enter through Door #20. You will be reporting directly to your child's Block 1 class location. The schedule will run as follows: Welcome Remarks (6:45 - 6:55 pm) Block 1 (7:00 - 7:15 pm) Block 2 (7:20 - 7:35 pm) Block 3 (7:40 - 7:55 pm) Block 4 (8:00 - 8:15 pm) You will be following your child’s daily schedule for four blocks lasting 15 minutes each. During this time teachers will discuss their particular subject area and outline course expectations for the 2021-2022 school year. If you need to schedule an individual parent/teacher conference, please see your child’s guidance counselor. Additional parking is available on Woodbine Ave. and at School #23. Parking along yellow painted curbs is not permitted by local fire regulations. To limit the number of people in the building, we are encouraging only one parent/guardian to attend. Masks are required at this event. Please bring a copy of your child's schedule to follow. It is available in the Genesis Parent Access Portal. If you need a copy of your child’s schedule, it will be available in the cafeteria. Students/children should NOT be attending this event. We look forward to seeing you here at AMS! Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School

over 3 years ago, Joseph Short

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over 3 years ago, Anthony Competello

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over 3 years ago, Anthony Competello

Avenel Middle School 6th and 7th Grade Families, I am pleased to announce that all 6th and 7th grade students will be receiving their new Chromebook this week. As stated in the Acceptable User Agreement, Woodbridge Township School District is committed to the integration of technology into student learning so that all students are prepared for the challenges presented in high school, college, and career. Below are some key points for students and families: 1. Bring your fully-charged device and your charger to school each day; take them home each afternoon. 2. Remember to fully-charge your device every evening at home. 3. Your device must always remain in its case. Do not attempt to remove the case under any circumstances. 4. Stickers, writing, painting or any other form of decoration are not permitted on cases or devices. 5. Be careful when placing your device/charger in your backpack. Never place our device inside of a backpack that contains liquids, food, heavy objects or sharp objects. 6. Do not throw your backpack while your device is inside. Gently place your backpack on bus/car seats, on tables/desks, on the floor/ground, etc. 7. Do not eat or drink while using your device. Spills cause damage. 8. Clean your device with a damp, soft cloth when needed. Disinfectant wipes can be used. Do not use household spray cleaners or window cleaners. 9. Take caution when plugging/unplugging power cord, headphones, mouse, etc. to protect device ports. 10. Remember that your device is borrowed school property and does not belong to you. All activity is monitored by the District and you are responsible for adhering to all District policies regarding acceptable use of your device. Report any problems immediately to your teacher. Mr. Caldwell and Mrs. Tulloch (AMS Tech Team) will assist you and are available to answer any questions regarding your device: scott.caldwell@woodbridge.k12.nj.us samantha.tulloch@woodbridge.k12.nj.us Although we teach students proper care of the device, there are times when the device may be damaged. The district has contracted with an insurance company to help offset the costs for these repairs. However, part of the repair costs is the responsibility of the family. Parents/Guardians will be responsible for the repair co-pay if the device is damaged. 1st incident in a school year: $20.00 Each additional incident in a school year: $50.00 The loss or damage beyond repair of a Chromebook, and/or power cord, is the responsibility of the parent, as these are not covered in our insurance policy. $50.00 for power cord replacement $255.00 for unit replacement. Thank you for your continued support. Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School

over 3 years ago, Joseph Short

A Message from the Wildcat Daily News Team: Friends, welcome back! Check out today's Wildcat Daily! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxJyaDFXn38

over 3 years ago, Anthony Competello

A Message from the Wildcat Daily News Team: Friends, we hope you all had a wonderful summer! We are back and ready to give you the latest in the Wildcat Nation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cH8IVlt_9LQ

over 3 years ago, Anthony Competello

Avenel Middle School 2021-2022 OPENING PROCEDURES Greetings AMS Families, We have learned over the past two years that things can change quickly and we have to be ready if/when they do. Our plans for opening Avenel Middle School on Tuesday, September 7th are listed below. We will continue to monitor our procedures and adjust them as needed. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work towards getting back to normal while at the same time keeping the health and safety of our students and staff at the forefront of all decision-making. Our entire staff is so excited to see the students and begin the school year. MASKS As per the governor’s mandate, masks must be worn at all times in the building. Masks must be worn at all times on buses. Two masks are encouraged, one to wear and one as a backup. ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE All students are permitted to enter the building at 8:15 AM with the bell. Dismissal is at 3:05 pm. Students should not arrive before 8:05 am. Students should be dropped off at the designated crosswalk locations in the front parking lot. We ask that you do not park and walk your child to the entry doors in the morning and please do not wait at the doors for dismissal. 6th grade students will enter Door #2 in the morning and exit Door #2 in the afternoon. 7th grade students will enter Door #3 in the morning and exit Door #3 in the afternoon. 8th grade students will enter Door #4 in the morning and exit Door #4 in the afternoon. It is strongly recommended that you set up a routine for dismissal. DAILY MEALS ALL students will be eligible for free breakfast and lunch for the 2021-2022 school year. BREAKFAST PROCEDURES Breakfast will be served on September 7th. All students will be offered a brown bag breakfast on the way into school each morning. Breakfast will be eaten in their homeroom. LUNCH PROCEDURES Lunch will be a brown bag meal. There will be a vegetarian option. Each grade level will be divided in half. One half will eat in the cafeteria and the other half will eat in the gym. The students will be socially distanced and required to wear masks when not eating. Students can bring their own lunch from home, no glass bottles are permitted. LOCKERS Students will not be issued hallway lockers at this time. Students will be permitted to carry backpacks with them during the day. GYM LOCKERS/LOCKER ROOMS Students will not be issued gym lockers at this time. The locker rooms will not be utilized for changing. Students scheduled for gym class should come to school prepared to participate in gym class in appropriate attire/footwear. BUS INFORMATION All bus information will be posted in Genesis by the end of the week. Students should arrive at their bus stop at least 10 minutes before the listed time. Students should know their “AM-“ route number at all times. DAILY HEALTH SCREENING As part of the electronic opening packet in Genesis, parents/guardians will be required to attest they agree to perform the daily health screenings. No daily health screening form submission will be required. WATER Students are permitted to carry a water bottle during the school day. Glass is not permitted. Students can ONLY bring water, no other drinks are permitted in classes. ATTENDANCE If your child is going to be absent from school a parent/guardian must call the 24-hour Attendance Line at (732) 596-4210. Please make certain to state your child’s name, grade, and reason for absence, please speak slowly and clearly. Please report it by 8:00 AM. Thank you for your support, as we begin the new school year. Be safe and stay #avenelstrong. Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School joseph.short@woodbridge.k12.nj.us Twitter handle - @avenelmiddle

over 3 years ago, Joseph Short

In person picture day returns to Avenel Middle School, Friday September 10th. Be there!

over 3 years ago, Scott Caldwell

Avenel Middle School Orientation Reminder: We will be holding an in-person 6th Grade Orientation on Monday, August 30, 2021. Parents/guardians and students are invited to attend ONE of the two sessions being held, at either 10:00 am (Session 1) or 4:00 pm (Session 2). The program will be held in our cafeteria (Please enter through Door #20). Two sessions are being offered to accommodate the schedules of all families. We will also be hosting an orientation for 7th graders AND any 8th graders that are new to Avenel Middle School this year. This orientation is optional and will serve as an opportunity for your child to familiarize themselves with the school. This orientation will be held on Tuesday 8/31 at 11:00 am (Please enter through Door #20). Do not worry if you cannot attend our orientations on 8/30 or 8/31. Teachers will spend time orienting students to life at AMS during the first few days of school. As a reminder, masks must be worn at all times while in the school building. Be safe and stay #avenelstrong. Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School

over 3 years ago, Joseph Short

Avenel Middle School 6th Grade Families: Welcome to Avenel Middle School! We will be holding an in-person 6th Grade Orientation on Monday, August 30, 2021. Parents/guardians and students are invited to attend ONE of the two sessions being held, at either 10:00 am (Session 1) or 4:00 pm (Session 2). The program will be held in our cafeteria (Please Enter through Door #20). Two sessions are being offered to accommodate the schedules of all families. A reminder and additional details will be sent out later in the summer. The start of middle school is an exciting time and we will be here every step of the way in helping all students find success here at AMS. We are all looking forward to an outstanding 2021-2022 school year. Sincerely, Joseph A. Short Principal

almost 4 years ago, Joseph Short

AMS 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baC_Um-73Ic

almost 4 years ago, Joseph Short

AMS Families, 1.) I would like to thank our families for all of your support this year. I am so proud of what our students have been able to accomplish. 2.) Beginning on Monday, June 21st, our building will be closed for electrical upgrades. This is scheduled to last for several weeks. During this time our main office phone line and email will be operational. 3.) All students are encouraged to participate in the District Summer Bridge Program. The information for the program is below: https://5il.co/u0ot https://5il.co/u0ou 4.) Updates for next school year will be sent via email throughout the summer. Have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer! Joseph A. Short Principal, Avenel Middle School

almost 4 years ago, Joseph Short

A Message from the Wildcat Daily News Team: Friends! On behalf of the Wildcat Daily team, it has been a pleasure sending you the daily announcements! For the last time in the 2020-2021 school year, check out today's Wildcat Daily! https://youtu.be/9pUHiqdlWo8