Wednesday, February 20, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between ham and cheese sandwich, nachos with salsa or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the gym for a game of Cat’s corner.

2). All 7th grade students interested in attending the Knott's Berry Farm field trip please talk to your science teacher about your interest in going on the trip and being a part of the 7th grade science club.

3). All Lady Cougars basketball players must bring their uniform back to Mrs. Sloan.

4). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

5). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

6). STUDENT STORE WILL BE OPENED DURING 2ND LUNCH ONLY TODAY.

7). TEACHERS PLEASE REWARD STUDENTS WEARING COLLEGE SHIRTS WITH 5 COUGAR CASH.

8). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

9). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken. DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

10). If you want to raise your grade in math and reverse some school absences then make sure and return your signed State Test Prep, Saturday school permission forms to your math teachers right away! The first day you’ll need to attend is this Saturday, February 23rd; so don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

11). There's no tutoring with Mrs. Hawara today February 20th.

12). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher. Lastly Students are ONLY ALLOWED to enter and exit campus through the gates near the gym. PERIOD.

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between ham and cheese sandwich, nachos with salsa or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the gym for a game of Cat’s corner.

2). All 7th grade students interested in attending the Knott's Berry Farm field trip please talk to your science teacher about your interest in going on the trip and being a part of the 7th grade science club.

3). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

4). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

5). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

6). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis. Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken. DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE. 

7). If you want to raise your grade in math and reverse some school absences then make sure and return your signed State Test Prep, Saturday school permission forms to your math teachers right away! The first day you’ll need to attend is this Saturday, February 23rd; so don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

8). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

9). Lastly Students are ONLY ALLOWED to enter and exit campus through the gates near the gym. PERIOD.

Thursday, February 14, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken strips, enchiladas, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the library for Valentine’s Day card craft.

2). DANCE TICKETS MUST BE BOUGHT TODAY AT LUNCH - ABSOLUTELY NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AFTER SCHOOL

3). TEACHERS PLEASE REWARD STUDENTS 5 COUGAR CASH FOR WEARING PINK OR RED

4). Thursday 2/14: Thank you all for participating in kindness week! Please be sure to turn in your completed kindness checklists to your homeroom teacher! Daily kindness challenge: Give 5 compliments. Kindness quote: Kindness to me means doing things for the cause and not the applause.

5). 7th grade tutoring cancelled today, enjoy your Valentine’s Day!

6). All 7th grade students interested in attending the Knott's Berry Farm field trip must attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, February 13th in room 107. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please talk to your science teacher about your interest in going on the trip and being a part of the 7th grade science club.

7). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

8). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

STUDENT STORE WILL BE OPENED WEDNESDAY FOR 1ST LUNCH ONLY.

COLLEGE SHIRT DAY IS WEDNESDAY - EARN 5 COUGAR CASH

WEAR RED/PINK ON THURSDAY FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

DANCE TICKETS AND VALENTINE GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE AT LUNCH THROUGH WEDNESDAY

9). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105.  Please have  your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues.  Late applications will NOT be accepted.  If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

10). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour. However, Cleaning Club is cancelled this week so you can enjoy Valentine’s Day. Cleaning club will resume on Thursday, February 21st.

11). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

12). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken.   DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

13). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between taco in a bag cheese, burrito, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the gym for popcorn basketball.

2). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.  THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

3). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127.  BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

4). Wednesday 2/13: Daily kindness challenge: Smile at 25 people. Kindness quote: Kindness is spreading sunshine into other people's lives regardless of the weather

5). Thursday 2/14: Thank you all for participating in kindness week! Please be sure to turn in your completed kindness checklists to your homeroom teacher! Daily kindness challenge: Give 5 compliments. Kindness quote: Kindness to me means doing things for the cause and not the applause.

6). All 7th grade students interested in attending the Knott's Berry Farm field trip must attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, February 13th in room 107. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please talk to your science teacher about your interest in going on the trip and being a part of the 7th grade science club.

7). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

8). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

STUDENT STORE WILL BE OPENED WEDNESDAY FOR 1ST LUNCH ONLY.

COLLEGE SHIRT DAY IS WEDNESDAY - EARN 5 COUGAR CASH

WEAR RED/PINK ON THURSDAY FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

DANCE TICKETS AND VALENTINE GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE AT LUNCH THROUGH WEDNESDAY

9). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105.  Please have  your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues.  Late applications will NOT be accepted. If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

10). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour. However, Cleaning Club is cancelled this week so you can enjoy Valentine’s Day. Cleaning club will resume on Thursday, February 21st.

11). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

12). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken. DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

13). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Tuesday, February 12, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between pizza special, enchiladas, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the library for Valentine’s Day paper hearts.

2). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.  THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

3). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127.  BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

4). Tuesday 2/12: Daily kindness challenge: Say good morning to 10 people. Kindness quote: Kindness is our very own pixie fairy dust, it gives people the ability to soar and not just fly.

5). Wednesday 2/13: Daily kindness challenge: Smile at 25 people. Kindness quote: Kindness is spreading sunshine into other people's lives regardless of the weather

6). Thursday 2/14: Thank you all for participating in kindness week! Please be sure to turn in your completed kindness checklists to your homeroom teacher! 

7). Daily kindness challenge: Give 5 compliments. Kindness quote: Kindness to me means doing things for the cause and not the applause.

8). All 7th grade students interested in attending the Knott's Berry Farm field trip must attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, February 13th in room 107. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please talk to your science teacher about your interest in going on the trip and being a part of the 7th grade science club.

9). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

10). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

11). STUDENT STORE WILL BE OPENED WEDNESDAY FOR 1ST LUNCH ONLY.

       COLLEGE SHIRT DAY IS WEDNESDAY - EARN 5 COUGAR CASH

       WEAR RED/PINK ON THURSDAY FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

       DANCE TICKETS AND VALENTINE GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE AT LUNCH THROUGH WEDNESDAY

12). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105.  Please have  your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues.  Late applications will NOT be accepted.  If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

13). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour. However, Cleaning Club is cancelled this week so you can enjoy Valentine’s Day. Cleaning club will resume on Thursday, February 21st.

14). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

15). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken.   DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

16). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Monday, February 11, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between cheese sticks with marinara sauce, honey sriracha boneless wings with breasdstick, or shaker salad with bread stick yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda out on the field for some football fun.

2). Library will be closed this week for the Book Fair. Book Fair begins today February 4th through February 8th during lunches only. Come and get your read on!

3). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.  THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

4). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127.  BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

5). Monday 2/11 : This week is kindness week! You will get a Kindness Checklist from your homerooms. Please fill this out throughout the week and turn in on Thursday to your homeroom teacher to be entered into a kindness drawing for prizes. 

6). Daily kindness challenge: Hold the door open for 5 people

7). Kindness quote: No act of kindness is too small. The gift of kindness may start as a small ripple that over time can turn into a tidal wave affecting the lives of many.

8). Each month, there will be a drawing for students who have had zero tardies to all periods for the previous month. The students who won for having zero tardies for the month of January. Please see School Counselor, Ms. Z, in her office for your reward.

9). Tuesday 2/12: Daily kindness challenge: Say good morning to 10 people. Kindness quote: Kindness is our very own pixie fairy dust, it gives people the ability to soar and not just fly.

10). Wednesday 2/13: Daily kindness challenge: Smile at 25 people

Friday, February 8, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken patty and relish cup, pizza special, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda out on the field for some football fun.

2). We just want to say we are so proud of our 8th grade Lady Cougars for all their hard work and dedication to the game this basketball season. Fantastic job!

3). Library will be closed this week for the Book Fair. Book Fair begins today February 4th through February 8th during lunches only. Come and get your read on!

4). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.  THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

5). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127.  BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

6). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

7). All 7th and 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

8). Yearbooks are on sale now for $30.00 so get yours today!

9). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

10). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105.  Please have  your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues.  Late applications will NOT be accepted.  If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

11). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

12). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

13). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken.   DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

Thursday, February 7, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken strips with bbq sauce, meatball sandwich or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda out on the field for some soccer fun.

2). Congratulations to our Mighty Cougar boys basketball teams for the valiant effort during this basketball season. Good luck today to our lady Cougars who will bring the thunder as they battle it out for the Championship today at Hillview Middle School at 4:30 pm against Millen.

3). Library will be closed this week for the Book Fair. Book Fair begins today February 4th through February 8th during lunches only. Come and get your read on!

4). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.  THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

5). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127. BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

6). Are you wearing a college shirt today? YOU CAN EARN 5 COUGAR CASH FOR WEARING A COLLEGE SHIRT EVERY WEDNESDAY.

7). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

8). All 7th and 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

9). Yearbooks are on sale now for $30.00 so get yours today!

10). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

11). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105.  Please have  your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues. Late applications will NOT be accepted. If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

12). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

Tuesday, February 5, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between hot sandwich pork chop patty on a bun with bbq sauce, nachos with salsa or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda on the field during both lunches for a soccer scrimmage game.

2). Our Mighty Cougars will be battling it out at the basketball playoffs this week beginning today 6th and 7th grade Lady Cougars will play Joe Walker at Piute at 3:30 pm. 8th grade lady Cougars will play Piute here at the Creek at 3:30 pm and our 8th grade boys team will play at Desert Christian at 2:30pm.

3). All girls Basketball team must see Mrs. Sloan TODAY at lunch in room 132.

4). Library will be closed this week for the Book Fair. Book Fair begins today February 4th through February 8th during lunches only. Come and get your read on!

5). VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE TODAY FOR $5.00 THROUGH FEBRUARY 14TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. THIS IS THE LAST DANCE FOR 6TH AND 7TH GRADERS. THE DANCE WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 14TH FROM 3:02 - 4:30.

6). VALENTINE'S DAY GRAMS WILL BE ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR 25 COUGAR CASH IN ROOM 127. BUY YOUR FRIEND A SPECIAL TREAT AND IT WILL BE DELIVERED DURING HOMEROOM ON VALENTINE'S DAY.

7). THE STUDENT STORE IS CANCELLED THIS WEEK. YOU CAN EARN 5 COUGAR CASH FOR WEARING A COLLEGE SHIRT EVERY WEDNESDAY.

8). GATE Students must have their field trip permission slips turned in by the 22nd of February or they will not be able to go on the Field Trip.

9). All 7th and 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

10). Yearbooks are on sale now for $30.00 so get yours today!

11). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

12). CJSF applications for all 7th and 8th graders are due NO LATER than Wednesday, Feb. 13 to Ms. Lambeth in room 105. Please have your application complete along with a copy of your Semester 1 grades and $10 cash for membership dues. Late applications will NOT be accepted. If you need an application, they are available outside room 105.

13). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

14). Make sure and have your parents join us for paint night this Wednesday from 4:30 to 6:00pm. Paint Night is free when your parents join PTO for $5. So make sure to pick up PTO envelopes and return them with your money as soon as possible because space is limited to the first 75 painters. Envelopes are available in the library. 

15). Spring Picture Day will be on February 22nd during P.E. classes. 

16). Pictures will be taken on a pre-paid basis.  Order form including payment are to be turned in to the photographer at the time your picture is taken. DO NOT TURN YOUR ORDER FORMS IN TO THE OFFICE.

17). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Friday, February 1, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken patty, mini cheeseburgers or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the gym during both lunches for Knockout Basketball.

2). Library will be closed today due to our Book Fair set up. The Book Fair will begin Monday February 4th through February 8th.

3). Gamers of Thrones – during Both Lunches in room 124/109.

4). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

5). Yearbooks are on sale now for $30.00 so get yours today!

6). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

7). IN HONOR OF SUPERBOWL SUNDAY, WE WILL HAVE A SPORTS JERSEY DAY ON FRIDAY.  YOU CAN EARN 5 COUGAR CASH.

8). Do you have good grades? Would you like to promote from Amargosa Creek with honors? Would you like to be elibile for future scholarships?  Then apply to be part of the California Junior Scholarship Federation here at ACMS. This is open to all 7th and 8th graders with qualifying grades.  There will be a short informational meeting after school on Friday in Ms. Lambeth's room, 105.  Please be there promptly right after school.  All interested 7th graders and any 8th grader who was not a member last semester must attend. ALL students MUST reapply to be a member. Applications will be available starting Friday.

9). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

10). We’re excited to let all of you know that Amargosa Creek will be holding it's 1st Annual Paint Night Next Wednesday, February 6th in our cafeteria from 4:30-6:00pm. Please join us for a night of fun and creativity and walk away with a gift for your Valentine. Join our PTO for $5 and you won't have to pay the 6$ entry fee. Checkout the attached flyer. We look forward to seeing you there.

11). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Thursday, January 31, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken strips with bbq sauce, tamale or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). Library will be closed today due to our Book Fair set up. The Book Fair will begin Monday February 4th through February 8th.

3). Gamers of Thrones – during Both Lunches in room 124/109.

4). Student Store will be open during 2nd lunch only.

5). Today our Might will be taking on the New Vista Tigers at 3:30. Lady Cougars will be playing at New Vista while the boys will be battling it out at the Creek. Come and support our Cougars!!! Good luck today!

6). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

7). Yearbooks will be on sale for the low price of $25.00 until January 31st. beginning February 1st they will be $30.00 so get yours today!

8). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

9). IN HONOR OF SUPERBOWL SUNDAY, WE WILL HAVE A SPORTS JERSEY DAY ON FRIDAY. YOU CAN EARN 5 COUGAR CASH.

10). Do you have good grades?  Would you like to promote from Amargosa Creek with honors?  Would you like to be elibile for future scholarships?  Then apply to be part of the California Junior Scholarship Federation here at ACMS. This is open to all 7th and 8th graders with qualifying grades.  There will be a short informational meeting after school on Friday in Ms. Lambeth's room, 105.  Please be there promptly right after school.  All interested 7th graders and any 8th grader who was not a member last semester must attend.  ALL students MUST reapply to be a member.  Applications will be available starting Friday.

11). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

12). We’re excited to let all of you know that Amargosa Creek will be holding it's 1st Annual Paint Night Next Wednesday, February 6th in our cafeteria from 4:30-6:00pm. Please join us for a night of fun and creativity and walk away with a gift for your Valentine. Join our PTO for $5 and you won't have to pay the 6$ entry fee. Checkout the attached flyer. We look forward to seeing you there.

13). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between Pepper bellies, burrito with taco sauce, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. Meet Ms. Amanda in the gym during lunch for Soccer skills relay grades.

2). Library will be closed today due to our Book Fair set up. The Book Fair will begin Monday February 4th through February 8th.

3). Student Store will be open during 2nd lunch only.

4). WOOHOO!! CONGRATULATIONS to our Mighty Cougar 8th grade boys Basketball team for remaining undefeated. Good job 6th and 7th grade on your great sportsmanship. Today our Lady Cougars will be taking on the Endeavour Ravens at 3:30 be there to support our Lady Cougars!!!

5). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

6). Yearbooks will be on sale for the low price of $25.00 until January 31st. beginning February 1st they will be $30.00 so get yours today!

7). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

8). IN HONOR OF SUPERBOWL SUNDAY, WE WILL HAVE A SPORTS JERSEY DAY ON FRIDAY. YOU CAN EARN 5 COUGAR CASH.

9). Do you have good grades?  Would you like to promote from Amargosa Creek with honors? Would you like to be elibile for future scholarships?  Then apply to be part of the California Junior Scholarship Federation here at ACMS. This is open to all 7th and 8th graders with qualifying grades.  There will be a short informational meeting after school on Friday in Ms. Lambeth's room, 105. Please be there promptly right after school. All interested 7th graders and any 8th grader who was not a member last semester must attend.  ALL students MUST reapply to be a member. Applications will be available starting Friday.

10). Students can earn volunteer hours by participating in cleaning club on Thursdays after school for one hour.

11). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between pizza special, turkey and gravy with mashed potatoes, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). Library will be closed today due to our Book Fair set up. The Book Fair will begin Monday February 4th through February 8th.

3). Attention 4.0 students the pancake breakfast is in the cafeteria, ENJOY!!!

4). Cougar Den will be open during 2nd lunch for 15 Cougar Cash.

5). Huge CONGRATULATIONS to our Mighty Cougar boys Basketball teams and our 8th grade Lady Cougars for being UNDEFEATED, WOOP WOOP!!! And to our 6th/7th grade Lady Cougars Keep up the fantastic work!!!

6). Today the Boys will be battling it out against Endeavour Middle School at 3:30pm be there to support our boys!!!

7). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

8). Yearbooks will be on sale for the low price of $25.00 until January 31st. beginning February 1st they will be $30.00 so get yours today!

9). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

10). Do you have good grades?  Would you like to promote from Amargosa Creek with honors? Would you like to be elibile for future scholarships?  Then apply to be part of the California Junior Scholarship Federation here at ACMS. This is open to all 7th and 8th graders with qualifying grades.  There will be a short informational meeting after school on Friday in Ms. Lambeth's room, 105.  Please be there promptly right after school.  All interested 7th graders and any 8th grader who was not a member last semester must attend.  ALL students MUST reapply to be a member. Applications will be available starting Friday.

11). Parent conferences will be on January 29th from 1:30-3:30pm in the library.

12). Reminder to ALL students: You are not allowed in the hallways before school or at lunches. Also you may not be in the hallways during the school day without a hall pass from your teacher.

Monday, January 28, 2019

1). Monday January 28th is a regular day.

2). Tuesday, January 29th
      Is a MINIMUM DAY students will be released at 1:02 pm
      SST DAY – PARENT CONFERENCES from 1:15 p.m. -3:15 p.m.

3). Boys Basketball team will play Endeavour at 3:30 p.m. in the gym 
      6th Grade Awards Ceremony A-K 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m
      6th Grade Awards Ceremony L-Z 6:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m

4). Wednesday, January 30th
      Lady Cougar Basketball game against Endeavour will be –played at home at 3:30pm
      7th Grade Awards Ceremony A – H and Colburn / Delgadillo 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 
      7th Grade Awards Ceremony I – Z 6:40 p.m. – 7:40 p.m.

5). Thursday, January 31st
      Will be the last day yearbooks can be purchased for $25, beginning February 1st yearbooks will be sold for $30
      Lady Cougars Basketball team will battle New Vista at New Vista while the Boys will be home, both games begin at 3:30.
      4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Parent Project in the Library with the Counselors 
      8th Grade Awards Ceremony A – K and Welch 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
      8th Grade Awards Ceremony L – Z 6:40 p.m. – 7:40 p.m.

6). Friday, February 1 st
      We’re Kicking off AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH with a JERSEY DAY

7). ATTENTION 8Th grade parents morning tutoring will be canceled until further notice.

Friday, January 25, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken patty relish cup, pizza special, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). Lady Cougar Soccer Team will have practice after school today until 4:30, don’t forget your shin guards. Also, there will be a boys and girls soccer parent meeting in the gym Monday January 28th at 4pm in the gym.

3). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

4). Tutoring is in full swing, however it is not too late to turn in your tutoring application. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

5). Yearbooks will be on sale for the low price of $25.00 until January 31st. Beginning February 1st they will be $30.00 so get yours today!

6). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

7). Attention 4.0 students the pancake breakfast has been rescheduled for January 29th.

8). Parent conferences will be on January 29th from 1:30-3:30pm in the library.

Thursday, January 24, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken strips and bbq sauce, specialty burrito with taco sauce, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). Our Cougar basketball teams will be playing Desert Christian at 3:30 pm. Boys will play at home while the lady Cougars will be at Desert Christian.

3). Lady Cougar Soccer Team will have practice after school today until 4:30, don’t forget your shin guards. Also, there will be a boys and girls soccer parent meeting in the gym Monday January 28th at 4pm in the gym.

4). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

5). Tutoring is in full swing, however it is not too late to turn in your tutoring application. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

6). Yearbooks will be on sale for the low price of $25.00 until January 31st. Beginning February 1st they will be $30.00 so get yours today!

7). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

8). Attention 4.0 students the pancake breakfast has been rescheduled for January 29th.

9). Parent conferences will be on January 29th from 1:30-3:30pm in the library.

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between orange chicken with brown rice, flaquito with taco sauce, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). Hip hop team you will have rehearsal after school from 3:15 to 4:30, do not be late.

3). The Cougars basketball teams will be playing Tropico Middle School at 3:30 pm Boys will be away and Lady Cougars will be playing here at the 4). Creek. Good Luck!

4). Lady Cougar Soccer Team will have practice after school today until 4:30, don’t forget your shin guards.

5). Attention 6/7th grade boys basketball team. Mr Hodges would like to meet with you during lunch in the gym.

6). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

7). Tutoring is in full swing, however it is not too late to turn in your tutoring application. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

8). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in soon so get yours today!

9). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

10). Attention 4.0 students the pancake breakfast has been rescheduled for January 29th.

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between cold sandwich or wrap, nachos with salsa, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt.

2). ATTENTION Boys POTENTIAL COUGAR Soccer players! Soccer tryouts are TODAY for boys after school until 2:30. SHIN GUARDS are a MUST, you will not be allowed on the field without them. Good luck!

3). Congratulations to the Following students who made the Lady Cougar Soccer Team.

4). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

5). Tutoring is in full swing, however it is not too late to turn in your tutoring application. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

6). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in soon so get yours today!

7). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

Friday, January 18, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between chicken strips with chicken patty, mini cheeseburgers, or shaker salad with soft pretzel yogurt. 

2). ATTENTION ALL POTENTIAL COUGAR Soccer players! There will be a meeting for the Boys who are trying out for soccer during both lunches in the gym.

3). Soccer tryouts are TODAY for both Boys and girls from 3:10 to 4:30. SHIN GUARDS are a MUST, you will not be allowed on the field without them. Good luck!

4). All 8th graders please turn in your PSAT papers to Mrs. Scates.

5). Tutoring is in full swing, however it is not too late to turn in your tutoring application. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

6). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in soon so get yours today!

7). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

8). CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE STUDENTS WHO ENTERED THE YEARBOOK DRAWING CONTEST. PLEASE COME TO ROOM 127 AT LUNCH FOR A PRIZE FROM THE YEARBOOK CLASS. ALL ENTRIES WILL BE IN THE YEARBOOK

9). GATE Students remember to get your Museum of Tolerance Field Trip permission slip from Mrs. Puckett in room 208. 

10). AVID Fact of the Week

Did you know: In addition to needing algebra and geometry skills, auto mechanics need college-level reading skills to read factory manuals and analyze diagnostic data on the vehicles they are servicing. 

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between an Asian chicken bowl, green chili quesadilla with taco sauce, or shaker salad with breadstick with yogurt.

2). Student store will be open during 1st lunch only today.

3). There is no tutoring this week. It will resume when we return January 14th. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

4). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in soon so get yours today!

5). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

6). January 9th will be the start of the Mighty Cougar Basketball Season. Please come and support your Lady Cougars at home on the 9th battling it out on the court against Joe Walker, our boys will be playing them away. January 10th the Boys will be home playing Ana Verde Hills the girls will be away.

7). BASKETBALL PASSES WILL BE ON SALE IN ROOM 127 FOR 20 COUGAR CASH EACH. THE PASS WILL GET YOU INTO ONE REGULAR SEASON BASKETBALL GAME FREE. PASSES WILL BE ON SALE AT THE STUDENT STORE AT LUNCH.

8). CONGRATULATIONS TO THE DISTRICT RED RIBBON ART CONTEST WINNERS! 6TH, 7TH, AND 8TH GRADE DISTRICT WINNER AND THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER WHO HAS A BILLBOARD MADE IS 8TH GRADER. ALL WINNERS ARE INVITED TO THE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING ON JANUARY 15TH, TO BE RECOGNIZED. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED!

9). Do you have a "B" average in your classes?  An "A" in citizenship?  Now all you need to do is get 25 or more hours doing Community Service and you will receive the Award of Excellence at 8th Grade Promotion.  Please pick up the forms outside of Ms. Ercek's room, room 106 and get started.  Any questions about what counts as community service, see Ms. Ercek at 6th period lunch or after school.

10). Students make sure you are on time to your classes. The admin team will be having more tardy sweeps in the weeks to come. We need to be sure we are on time to classes.

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between a hot sandwich with bbq sauce, nacho steak burger, or shaker salad with breadstick

2). There is no tutoring this week. It will resume when we return January 14th. You can pick up an application for tutoring at the Student Information Center.

3). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in soon so get yours today!

4). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

5). January 9th will be the start of the Mighty Cougar Basketball Season. Please come and support your Lady Cougars at home on the 9th battling it out on the court against Joe Walker, our boys will be playing them away. January 10th the Boys will be home playing Ana Verde Hills the girls will be away.

6). Girls BB team: Go to Room 132 during lunch today (Tuesday) to get your uniform. Also, there WILL be practice on Friday afternoon.

7). BASKETBALL PASSES WILL BE ON SALE IN ROOM 127 FOR 20 COUGAR CASH EACH. THE PASS WILL GET YOU INTO ONE REGULAR SEASON BASKETBALL GAME FREE.  PASSES WILL BE ON SALE AT THE STUDENT STORE AT LUNCH.

8). Each month, there will be a drawing for students who have had zero tardies to all periods for the previous month. Please see School Counselor, Ms. Z, in her office for your reward.

9). Do you have a "B" average in your classes?  An "A" in citizenship?  Now all you need to do is get 25 or more hours doing Community Service and you will receive the Award of Excellence at 8th Grade Promotion.  Please pick up the forms outside of Ms. Ercek's room, room 106 and get started.  Any questions about what counts as community service, see Ms. Ercek at 6th period lunch or after school.

10). Students make sure you are on time to your classes. The admin team will be having more tardy sweeps in the weeks to come. We need to be sure we are on time to classes.

Monday, January 7, 2019

1). On the menu today you have your choice between cheese sticks with marinara sauce, steak burger, or shaker salad with breadstick

2). There is no tutoring this week. It will resume when we return January 7th.

3). Yearbooks are currently on sale for $25.00. The price will go up in January so get yours today!

4). All 8th grade students interested in applying for SOAR High School please see Mrs. Scates in the counseling office as soon as possible.

5). Lady Cougar soccer tryouts begin today, your application should have been turned in to Mrs. Romer in room 117. At this time we do not have a Boys soccer coach.

6). January 9th will be the start of the Mighty Cougar Basketball Season. Please come and support your Lady Cougars at home on the 9th battling it out on the court against Joe Walker, our boys will be playing them away. January 10th the Boys will be home playing Ana Verde Hills the girls will be away.

7). Tutoring permission Slips will be available during lunch today for the new Tutoring session beginning January 14th.

8). Do you have a "B" average in your classes?  An "A" in citizenship?  Now all you need to do is get 25 or more hours doing Community Service and you will receive the Award of Excellence at 8th Grade Promotion.  Please pick up the forms outside of Ms. Ercek's room, room 106 and get started.  Any questions about what counts as community service, see Ms. Ercek at 6th period lunch or after school.

9). Students make sure you are on time to your classes. The admin team will be having more tardy sweeps in the weeks to come. We need to be sure we are on time to classes.