2022-23 School Year

POSITIVE PANTHER ACTION!

Panthers of the Month

The AMS staff is on the look-out for students doing the right thing without being asked.  Examples could be sharing supplies with a peer who doesn’t have something, offering to help out in the classroom, picking up trash that wasn’t theirs on the campus, etc.  

When a student is "Caught Doing Good," the AMS staff member will give them a sticker. 

The students may then go to bit.ly/CaughtDoingGoodDrawing to enter in a weekly drawing for an Ice Pop.

HINT:  Be sure to be logged into your student Google account before you click on the link!

8th Grade CELEBRATION Dress Code:

Congratulations to the winning teams of 2022-23!

1st Semester First Place:
Treating Our Islands Right by  Rory Lantz, Hannah Pasion, and Malia Rodriguez 

1st Semester Second Place:
How Do You Want to be Remembered?  by Tiare Gauer, Halia Helgenberger, and Princess Lara Mae Medrano

Click on this LINK (for privacy, you need to be logged into your AMS google account) to check out all the 1st Semester AMS #PonoPassItOn Videos. 

2nd Semester First Place:
What is the Key to Success?  by Landen Lee & Ashtonn Richardson  

2nd Semester Second Place:
Traditions in Da Fam  by Dayton Acoba-Pantil, Adam Espejo and Manheart Sonish

Click on this LINK (for privacy, you need to be logged into your AMS google account) to check out all the 2nd Semester AMS #PonoPassItOn Videos. 

Any questions?  See Mrs. Young in F4

Click HERE for a digital copy of our 8th Grade Celebration Permission Slip and Dress Code

American Heart Association Donation Drive

FEBRUARY 1 - 15

Learn more about heart health and WIN PRIZES when you support the American Heart Association during our American Heart Association Donation Drive 

* Use Donation Envelopes to collect donations 

* Register on http://american.heart.org/americanheartchallenge/ 

Interested in paddling with the Radford High school outrigger canoe club? The club welcomes 7th and 8th graders from Aliamanu to join. Mrs. Dilks' two kids started paddling when they were in 7th grade at Aliamanu, they now are 11th and 12th graders with the canoe club. See flyer for more info or come talk to Mrs. Dilks in B3.  

Diversity in Our Community Calendar Art Contest

• CALENDAR ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2022, 4:30 P.M

• PRIZES : $25 gift card and artwork published in the 2023 calendar

• Calendar Contest Theme: "Diversity in Our Community"  

Click HERE for more information!

NEW FRIENDS BINGO!

On Wednesday, October 26, your Advisory Teacher will give you a BINGO game.  Complete a few easy steps on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at recess or lunch (and Advisory on Friday) to win!!!

Instructions: 

• Look around campus and find people who can relate to traits in the bingo boxes, preferably people that you do not know already!

• When you do find someone, have them sign their name in that box.  

• A person can only sign in ONE box. 

• You must fill out a row in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line to win.

• Once you fill a line, bring the bingo sheet to F4 after school on October 26 - 28 for your prize!

The Amazing Shake

This is the information for the school level Shake Competition in November. Our AMS Shake Challenge winners will determine our AMS who may represent us at the national level Shake Competition in Atlanta.

Here is a link to view a video sharing information about The Amazing Shake (national competition) and what it entails.  

If you are interested in signing up for the AMS school level Shake Challenge in November please fill out this  Google Form that is Due Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022.

The AMS School Shake Challenge will be a smaller competition modeled after the national one.  If you choose to sign up to participate in The AMS Shake Challenge you will also have the chance to attend practice sessions to get tips and feedback to help you prepare.

If you have any questions about this opportunity see Mrs. Teraoka in S2 or email her at Cherie.Teraoka@k12.hi.us

In this competition students will be asked to think on their feet and present themselves with confidence, charisma, poise under pressure, and common sense in different situations and scenarios. Remember, these skills will truly help you in high school, college, job interviews and throughout your entire life.  

  LOOKING GOOD, PANTHERS! Free-dress Days     

We are celebrating how great this group of Panthers are with Free-dress Days on Wednesday, September 7 – Friday, September 9 (and also so that you can dress-up for your school picture)!  

Students may display their personal style with their choice of school appropriate clothing.   Please review the guidelines below and add your personal flair.  If there is any question regarding appropriate attire, you may be asked to speak to an administrator.

SCHOOL APPROPRIATE GUIDELINES:

a.  All tops shall not reveal any cleavage and must cover the midriff.  Sleeveless tops must have straps two (2) inches or wider and be tight fitting under the arms.  Spaghetti straps, backless or shoulderless garments with or without jackets are not permitted.

b.  All clothing must be free of messages relating to drugs, gangs, sex or profanity.

c.  The length of the skirts or shorts shall reach the open fingertips when arm is extended down student’s side.

d.  All skirt or dress slits must not be shorter than open fingertips when the arm is extended down student’s side.

e.  No layering of shirts is allowed.

f.  Sagging or oversized pants are not allowed.  Pants must be secured at the waist (no under garments showing).

g.  Baseball caps, visors, stocking caps, or sweat band of any kind are not to be worn.

h.  Jewelry representing drugs, gangs, inappropriate language, etc. is prohibited.

i.  Any gang related fashion is prohibited.

k. Students are strongly encouraged to wear their AMS ID if they are out of school uniform. 

Student Government ELECTIONS!

Would you like more detailed information about our August elections?  Click HERE 

August 1 - 5, 2022 Bell Schedule

2021-22 School Year

Student Government Leaders

SBG President - Jasmine Sullivan

SBG Vice President - Malia Rodriguez

SBG Treasurer - Greg Cachero

SBG Corresponding Secretary - Alema Sylva

SBG Recording Secretary - Naomi Haigler

PTSO Student Body Representative - Tyler Stiers

SCC 8th Grade Student Representative - Arshalyn Agmata

SCC 7th Grade Student Representative - Mai Coverson

SCC 8th Grade Student Alternate - Roy Nguyen

Finishing with Panther Pride!

May Panthers of the Month

The 7th grade Panther of the Month for May is Peyton Mannin.  Peyton regularly goes the extra mile on her own school work and is also happy to help her classmates study and review the topics being taught in class.  She is a kind and supportive classmate, making sure that everyone feels confident about what they have learned.  Hoʻomaikaʻi e Peyton!

The 8th grade Panther of the Month for May is Molly Fitzgerald.  Peers report that Molly gets along with everyone and makes the work fun when taking part in group assignments.  Molly is extremely conscientious about her school work and routinely kind to fellow panthers.  What a great role model!  Congratulations, Molly! 

• We are coming to the end of the school year!  Thank you for all you have done as part of our Student Body Government!  

  1. • On  FRIDAY, MAY 13 please complete the form at this LINK .  

     • There are 2 parts, one section for your whole class to share their opinions and a second section for the SBG class representative and alternate to share their opinions.    

• Virtual Meetings occur in Mrs. Young's WebEx Room  - NEXT MEETING WILL BE NEXT YEAR!!!

• Participating students and staff will get an email the morning of the SBG meeting with the link to the WebEx Room

• During their Advisory class on the following day, Student Representatives and Alternates are asked to :

  1. Present information from the SBG Meeting to their Advisory Class 

  2. Complete an SBG Report by collecting information from the Advisory Class  

  3. Share the completed doc with Elizabeth.Young@k12.hi.us

• The slideshows shared in the SBG meetings are available for viewing in this SBG Meeting Google Folder

Click HERE for a digital version of the 8th Grade Celebration Permission Slip

March Panthers of the Month

Panther of the Month for March is Mikaela Morse.  Nominated for being exceptionally responsible, a thoughtful problem solver and a great team member, Mikaela models the GLOs for all.  She is very helpful to her classmates, explaining ideas clearly and helping others to understand confusing homework.  Congratulations, Mikaela!

Panther of the Month for March is Alex Tate.  Students and teachers nominating Alex report that he is an enthusiastic member of class. He supports his peers by being a resourceful and reliable team member when completing group projects.  His positive attitude creates a friendly and productive climate in all her classes.  Great work, Alex!

April Panthers of the Month

The 7th grade Panther of the Month for May is Jonah Rodriguez.  Nominations report that Jonah is a really nice, respectful young man, making sure that he takes time to support classmates and teachers when help is needed.  He goes out of his way to encourage others and asks clarifying questions so that everyone in class can succeed.  Great work, Jonah!

The 8th grade Panther of the Month for April is Brianna Glenn Kopp.  Glenn is a great role model whose work is always completed carefully and turned in on time.  Whenever anyone needs help, classmates or teachers, Glenn is ready to step in and help out.  This student is regularly respectful, kind and, to quote a teacher, “the epitome of a good person.”  Well done, Glenn!

SPIRIT WEEK ! April 18 - 22

February Panthers of the Month

Panther of the Month for February is Alexia Moran.  Nominations for Alexia report that she is a great role model for her peers, routinely putting others ahead of herself.  She is always ready with a smile, making everyone feel welcome.  If a classmate doesn’t understand the homework, Alexia helps find a way to figure it out.  Well done Alexia!

Panther of the Month for February is Austin Hager.  Austin was selected because of his positive and productive approach to school.  He takes the initiative to solve problems, no matter how challenging.  Routinely nice to everyone, Austin helps teachers and classmates create positive learning environments.  Hoʻomaikaʻi e Austin!

ACTIVITY DAY - MARCH 11

Advisory Surprise Event

Walk-a-thon

Activity Afternoon!

Be prepared to finish the quarter with fun!!!

STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICER ELECTIONS!

Are you interested?  Bring your completed form to the informational meeting on Tuesday, March 8 during your Advisory Period!

• 8th Graders' FORM for running for Radford Freshman Class Office

• 7th Graders' FORM for running for Āliamanu Middle School SBG Office

CLICK HERE for more information on Panthers with a Purpose!

Spirit Week!  September 20 - 24

   LOOKING GOOD, PANTHERS! Free-dress Days

We are celebrating how great this group of Panthers are with Free-dress Days on Wednesday, September 8 – Friday, September 10 (and also so that you can dress-up for your school picture)! 

Students may display their personal style with their choice of school appropriate clothing.   Please review the guidelines below and add your personal flair.  If there is any question regarding appropriate attire, you may be asked to speak to an administrator.

SCHOOL APPROPRIATE GUIDELINES:

a.  All tops shall not reveal any cleavage and must cover the midriff.  Sleeveless tops must have straps two (2) inches or wider and be tight fitting under the arms.  Spaghetti straps, backless or shoulderless garments with or without jackets are not permitted.

b.  All clothing must be free of messages relating to drugs, gangs, sex or profanity.

c.  The length of the skirts or shorts shall reach the open fingertips when arm is extended down student’s side.

d.  All skirt or dress slits must not be shorter than open fingertips when the arm is extended down student’s side.

e.  No layering of shirts is allowed.

f.  Sagging or oversized pants are not allowed.  Pants must be secured at the waist (no under garments showing).

g.  Baseball caps, visors, stocking caps, or sweat band of any kind are not to be worn.

h.  Jewelry representing drugs, gangs, inappropriate language, etc. is prohibited.

i.  Any gang related fashion is prohibited.

j.  Outerwear must fit the theme or follow AMS dress code.

k. Students are strongly encouraged to wear their AMS ID if they are out of school uniform.

Student Government ELECTIONS!

Elections of Advisory SBG Representative & Alternate

SBG Representative Elections will be on Monday, August 23 or Tuesday, August 24 during advisory.  As with other activities, all representatives must have a 2.0 GPA.  

Duties of the SBG member are to:

• attend SBG meetings 

• share opinions and ideas from their Advisory Class in the SBG meeting using the SBG Report Form

• share information from the SBG meeting with their Advisory Class

• assist the Advisory teacher as needed

• show Panther Pride by respecting and uplifting themselves, their peers and all AMS staff members

• Representatives should not be an SBG officer, SCC, or PTSO student representative.  

The Alternate is the 2nd place winner in the SBG Representative election.  

The duties of the Alternate are to complete the Representative’s duties when the Representative is unable to.

AMS Student Activities on SEESAW

• Already joined?  Go to https://web.seesaw.me/ and log-in to see what is happening!

• Still need to join?  Contact Mrs. Young for the security code and registration directions at elizabeth.young@k12.hi.us