“The Eagle Eyes on The Beacon” Group Explores Journalism Skills
Kindergarteners are learning about Community Helpers. Lesley Clark and Tugboat taught us about what veterinarians do and how to give a dog a check-up. The class also walked over to see Michaela Hoover at the Andover Town Library. We learned about what a librarian does, listened to a story, and took a tour […]
Second-place award won for Trills and Thrills
Music programs can help kids learn to collaborate, gain self-esteem, make quality work, and have determination. Mikayla Colburn is the Andover Elementary/Middle School music teacher for all grades K–8. She also runs Chorus and Band programs that let kids experience all the different ways to use music, from singing to playing instruments. She wants her […]
Eighth grade students attended "Nature's Classroom"
Once again, the Eighth Grade class at AE/MS was given an opportunity to attend Nature’s Classroom in Massachusetts. From September 18-22, students experienced a fully immersive and highly engaging environmental education program (coupled with a strong team-building and character development component) that makes Nature’s Classroom a very meaningful and powerful experience for students. Last year […]
Donations needed for instrument scholarships
Article Text: Supporting a student will help them develop a multitude of skills that will not only help them with music but in life as a whole. From learning goal setting to teamwork, raising self-esteem, to gaining a sense of hard work, dedication, and perseverance and so much more! $350 for a full scholarship; $175 […]
Sat., Nov. 4; 9 AM - 2 PM
There will be a blood drive at AE/MS on Saturday, November 4, from 9 AM – 2 PM. Donors can schedule an appointment at americanredcross.org.
Tentative date for fall Open House
Greetings from your friends at the Andover Elementary/Middle School! It has definitely been getting cooler at night, and that can mean only one thing: it is Back to School time! We have had another busy and productive summer here at AE/MS, with substantial progress made on a number of facility projects, new hires, professional development […]