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Student HighlightsPrimary Prep ClassroomsPrimary prep had a wonderful visit from Josh the Otter, a fun and educational program that teaches children about water safety. This was a great reminder for AMC students about how to stay safe around water while having fun. We encourage all families to continue the conversation about water safety. Ask your child what they learned from Josh, and together review the following three key rules they learned: Never go near water without an adult, first learn to float and/or swim before going into water, and always swim with a buddy.
mRS. VOIGT'S cLASSroomOctober is wrapping up with unbelievable speed! Mrs. Voigt's class has been learning SOOOO many things this month! We celebrated our friend's book report projects and discovered that only 3% of Earth's water is fresh: with only 1% of that being thawed and accessible!
MR. Johnson's classroomIn Mr. Johnson’s language arts classes, students recently worked with a partner to write original short stories, practicing narrative structure and creative expression. After completing their drafts, they turned their stories into illustrated comics that highlighted the key events and characters. To finish the project, students read their stories aloud to the class giving them valuable practice in public speaking while sharing their creativity with peers.
Made for the stage
Alaska Native Heritage Center field tripStudents from the Mulit-Age classrooms learned about Alaska Native historical homes, dances, and sports in a fantastic field trip to the Alaskan Native Heritage Center.
American charter foundation Update A HUGE Thank you, AMC Families for volunteering for the Fun Fall Fling, donating baked goods for the bake sale, and volunteering to work at the bake sale table. The total profit of the bake sale was $964.50 which will go toward moving expenses for AMC's Big Move next summer!
Quest clubs Session 2 runs from Nov. 3rd- Dec. 12th The following clubs are starting this session. Mondays:
Tuesdays:
on going clubs The following clubs are on going. Mondays: Battle of the Books - 3rd-6th Grade - Mrs. McElvain/Mrs. Kerkove (sign-ups closed) Made for the Stage - 2nd/3rd Grade - Mrs. Ostendorf (this runs until 3:00 pm) - open to new sign ups Wednesdays: Christmas Choir - Every other Wednesday until 3:30 pm (Nov. 12th, Nov. 26th, Dec. 10th). We are accepting new students including kindergarten (limit 4 kindergarteners). Fridays: Made for the Stage - 4th-6th Grade - Mrs. Ostendorf (this runs until 3:30 pm) - open to new sign ups *Made for the Stage: The spring production will be A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare. Attendance and timeliness The numbers are in!! There has been more improvement. Last month the absenteeism rate was 5.35% and this month the absenteeism rate is 4.6%; that is a substantial improvement. Way to go AMC Families. Tardies in October held steady at 127, so let's keep working on timeliness and attendance. Remember, when a student misses 2 days of school per month, they miss 20 days of school per year, and research shows when a student misses 17 days of school or more, they have lower reading proficiency by 3rd grade, lower middle school achievement, and decreased rates of high school graduation? When a student is absent 10% or more, they are considered chronically absent and are at risk of falling behind. AMC student of the month
Principal's Corner Hello AMC Families,
Thank you, families and teachers for making Parent/Teacher Conferences last week a success! Everyone has been working hard since August as we ‘Stay True to AMC’s Mission & Plan for the Future.’ One of the results of everyone's efforts is how many students earned First Quarter Honor Roll: 59% of AMC’s 4th – 8th grade students earned a 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or above, and 8, AMC students had a 4.0 GPA earning the Principal's Honor Roll of Excellence! Wow, what wonderful accomplishments and cause to celebrate! Last week, all AMC 2nd – 8th grade students were acknowledged for their academic dedication and hard work by receiving a classroom treat and honor roll recipients were awarded certificates. Additionally, thirty-three AMC students received perfect attendance certificates at AMC’s First Quarter Assembly, which means, thirty-three AMC students were at school everyday and had zero tardies. I am continually grateful and amazed by the positive support American Charter receives. Thank you for choosing to be a community member of the ~Best Little School House in Alaska! Sincerely, Ms. Farren Upcoming events
Student HighlightsPrimary Prep fieldtripThe Primary Prep classrooms enjoyed a day at the Big Lake Library and the Meadow Lakes Park. For some Kindergarten students it was their first ride on a school bus! The kids enjoyed story time featuring fall and hibernating animals and made a hedgehog craft afterward. Eating lunch at the park and playing with their friends was definitely a great way to spend a cool September day.
Mrs. Yerbich's ClassroomMrs. Yerbich's class remembered September 11th by hiking and raising the flag. They also want to thank all of the families that participated in the fundraising for craft supplies.
Mrs. blankenship's classroomMrs. Blankenship’s Physical Science students investigated Newton’s Force Laws by building spaghetti bridges and calculating the force exerted on the bridge. Team members Zion Johnson, David Khuda, and Dane Laulainen had the winning design, which supported six textbooks weighing 2,610 grams. The record to beat was 83,914 grams accomplished by Elijah Chestnut and Aaron Carpenter last year.
Gold Mint Trail Middle School Field TripSTARTING THE 2026 SCHOOL YEAR STRONG! The American Charter Academy Middle School recently went on a hike and science excursion along the Gold Mint Trail in Hatcher Pass. This adventure makes learning engaging by offering amazing experiences outside the classroom and keeping both our minds and bodies active. The hike provided students with the opportunity to get to know new students, explore nature, discover, and connect with science in a real-world setting. ~Leigha Bird, AMC Grade 9, Writer  amc's running clubAMC's Running Club started practices the end of August and ran each Tuesday after school to prepare for fall competitions. This year AMC Runners competed in two events: The Colony Invitational and the MSBSD Elementary Competition. Participants in the Colony Invitational were Finn Jarik, Leon Durance, Bernadette Maixner, Aloisa Maixner, Abigail Andrews, Brynn Bird, and Grady Johnson.
Ground Breaking Ceremony for AMC's New SchoolThe Mat-Su Borough organized a wonderful groundbreaking ceremony in September for AMC's new school! Several assembly members, state legislators, district personnel, and AMC families attended the event. I was overwhelmed by the community support and am still amazed at the accomplishment of getting the building bond passed, the years of effort given to obtain land for the school, designing the school with Wolf Architecture, and the incredible support of American Charter families over the years! Truly, AMC's new school is a result of our community working together. Thank you, AMC families who were able to attend the event! I was so excited to see everyone there; if you haven't seen the new school site, drive north on Church Rd past Seldon and you can't miss seeing the ongoing construction by Big Dipper and Roger Hickel Contracting! NEW SCHOOL COMING SOON... SUMMER OR FALL 2026!!!
Student of the month-September 2025
Attendance and timeliness ** CORRECTION... Did you know last September, American Charter Academy had a 5.15% average absenteeism rate and a total of 142 tardies? Yes, that is correct; not 58 tardies, but 142 tardies September 2024. Do you think AMC did better this September? Did the number of tardy students decline? Did the absenteeism rate decline? Yes, the amount of tardies declined, but no, the absenteeism rate increased. September 2025: there were 127 tardies and an absentee rate of 5.35%. That is an improvement; let's build on the momentum and beat October 2024 stats: 225 total tardies and 5.62% absenteeism. Stay tuned to see what the American, Can Do, mindset will accomplish! The rate of absences and tardies can be improved. Join the school; Stay True to AMC's Mission, and Achieve Academic Excellence! Let's do this!!!
Principal's COrner Hello AMC Families,
It’s hard to believe the first quarter is winding down with just three weeks left! Already students have participated in several learning and athletic events: mClass & MAP testing, daily classroom assignments and projects, middle school & primary prep field trips, running club competitions, and flag football games. Amidst all the activities, remembering AMC’s mission and vision is of utmost importance. Mission Statement – Achieving academic excellence… the American way! Vision Statement – American Charter Academy students will thrive both academically and in their future careers. We aim to nurture a generation of young individuals equipped with the habits, skills, and attitudes needed to succeed as lifelong learners, contributing members of society, and exemplary citizens. As we say goodbye to September, let's embrace October as a great month to focus entirely on learning; thank you for everything you do to make AMC such a wonderful school!! Thank you for partnering with AMC as we, ‘Stay true to our mission and plan for our future.’ Sincerely, Ms. Farren |
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