AMHS Dragon Beat
AMHS Administration
Contacts
AMHS Main Office:
📞Commercial: 01638460120
📞DSN: 324-846-0120
Attendance : attendance.alcohs@dodea.edu
Announcements
Important Information from the School Meal Program:
FREE AND REDUCED MEALS
INFORMATION MESSAGE:
- The verification process for the School Meal Program 2025 that began in early October 2025 and was paused due to the government shutdown is being restarted in order to have it completed during or before the first week of February 2026.
- Impacted families are being notified as of 15 January to provide their documentation with a deadline of 21 January and provided our contact information for questions or concerns.
- Current eligibility statuses will remain unchanged throughout this new verification period.
- After the verification process is complete, an email detailing the outcome, including any changes to eligibilities will be sent.
- If eligibility status changes and results in a higher meal rate, families will receive a 10-day advance notice before any new charges are applied.
📢Attendance reminders:
- Students arriving after 0830, must be signed in at the front office by a parent or guardian, regardless of grade level. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us account for all students.
2. If your student(s) will be missing 3 or more days of school, they must complete an extended absence form. This can be picked up in the front office. Parents are to complete the top section and it is then given to administration for approval. Students then take the form to their teachers to receive the assignments they are missing while they are out. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Atkins-Hash at brian.atkinshash@dodea.edu.
Parents of Middle School Dragons,
AMHS is thrilled to announce that our school will host a special guest on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 – a best-selling author and former football journalist, Dan Freedman! Dan started as a football journalist working with the England World Cup team and interviewing the biggest names in international soccer – like Rooney, Beckham, Messi & Ronaldo! He then wrote an award-winning series of books for middle school students about a young football (soccer) star, Jamie Johnson, that was adapted for a television series for the BBC (available for FREE now on the BBC iplayer), as well as the young adult novel Unstoppable and 50 Ways Into Football. This is an incredible opportunity for our middle-school students to meet a writer whose work has inspired readers worldwide and to learn firsthand about the journey from sports journalism to becoming a celebrated author.
During the visit, the author will:
- Share insights about writing and storytelling
- Discuss experiences as a football journalist
- Answer student questions about books, sports, and careers in writing
This event is designed to spark creativity and encourage a love of reading and writing among our middle school students. Students can submit questions for Dan Freedman by using the form emailed to their school account. If their question is selected by a panel of MS teachers, that student will not only get to ask the question to Dan directly, but will also win a free signed copy of one of Dan’s books!
The AMHS library has purchased several copies of Dan’s books to help students prepare for Dan’s visit on 21 January. However, Dan also has a fantastic website filled with information on his books, his career as a football journalist, and a special service where you can order signed copies of his books to be delivered to your UK door within two weeks (just in time for the holidays – great gift idea!) https://www.danfreedman.co.uk/signed-books/
We look forward to an inspiring day! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Berneau.
📣 WE ARE HIRING!
Join the Alconbury Middle High School team and make a difference in our school community! 💚🐉
Open positions include: Educational Aide and Substitute Teacher (no teaching degree required)
✅ Apply online at USAJOBS:
Substitute: USAJOBS - Job Announcement
Educational Aide: USAJOBS - Job Announcement
School Events
This Week...
January 19th - 24th
MONDAY
❌No School for Students- MLK Jr. Holiday
“Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.
TUESDAY
1st day Semester 2, Quarter 3
🤝Principal's Coffee Connection 0900 | DoDEA principals will host a casual parent Q&A at Vosler Hall for those working at Molesworth—please join us!
🤖Robotics Club
🎨Art Club 1515-1700 in the art room
WEDNESDAY
📖21 January- Author Dan Freedman visit for Middle School Students
🍝 Ratatouille’s Pasta Bar Fundraiser 🍝
Hosted by the Alconbury MHS Junior Class ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM📍 AMHS Library | Preorder here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTZzLCtP1FLlNHZ-tpZgwTyabun_qlUEDSEXGbxqA6kPL-FQ/viewform
THURSDAY
😋Lunch Bunch (Middle School)
✍🏼Homework Club
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Next Week...
January 26th - 31st
MONDAY
❌No School for Students- MLK Jr. Holiday
“Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.
TUESDAY
1st day Semester 2, Quarter 3
🤝Principal's Coffee Connection 0900 | DoDEA principals will host a casual parent Q&A at Vosler Hall for those working at Molesworth—please join us!
🤖Robotics Club
WEDNESDAY
📖21 January- Author Dan Freedman visit for Middle School Students
🍝 Ratatouille’s Pasta Bar Fundraiser 🍝
Hosted by the Alconbury MHS Junior Class ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM📍 AMHS Library | Preorder here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTZzLCtP1FLlNHZ-tpZgwTyabun_qlUEDSEXGbxqA6kPL-FQ/viewform
THURSDAY
😋Lunch Bunch (Middle School)
✍🏼Homework Club
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
📣Mini Cheer Camp Fundraiser
Green and Gold Calendar
On the Horizon...
🔕13-16 February- No school for students, Presidents Day.
✍🏼14 February- ACT testing
🪩28 February- Military Ball
🍝Ratatouille’s Pasta Bar Fundraiser
Hosted by the Alconbury MHS Junior Class
📅January 21 | 🕛5:00–7:00 PM | 📍 AMHS Library | $10 Adult | $8 Child | PayPal & Cash accepted
PRE‑ORDER ONLY until 20 January 🔗 https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScTZzLCtP1FLl.../viewform
Choose from: Spaghetti with Meatballs or Chicken Penne Alfredo
🍝🥗🥛🥖Each meal includes a side salad, garlic bread, and a drink.
Grab it to‑go or stay and enjoy Italian music—and maybe even Ratatouille playing in the background!
Athletics Schedule
Be Involved at AMHS
Our Dragons soar higher when families and community partners join us on the journey. Whether through volunteering, PTO, or SAC, every contribution strengthens our school and enriches the student experience.
School Advisory Committee (SAC)
The SAC is composed of an equal number of locally elected parents and full-time professional school employees and may also include a senior high school student enrolled in the school. The SAC advises the school principal on all local school-related matters, including educational programs, resources, services, and policies. Issues unresolved at the school level may be elevated to the DAC.
- Meetings are held at 4:00 pm in room 210.
- Sign in at the main office
Meeting Dates:
| March | 5th |
| May | 7th |
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
- Meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 4-5pm in the Media Center.
- Join today!
Meeting dates:
| Jan | 8th |
| Feb | 12th |
| Mar | 12th |
| April | 9th |
| May | 14th |
Dragon Health Spotlight
Vaccination appointments available with the – 423rd Medical Squadron by calling 01480842273.
✅Eligibility:
Vaccines are available for:👇
- All DoDEA enrolled students regardless of military status, may receive DoDEA required immunizations at the MTF by appointment only.
School Nurse - Danielle Boyett, RN
Sports Physicals & Medication Guidelines (printable forms)
Free Eye Exams and Glasses for Students
Children under 16 and students under 18 are able to receive FREE NHS eye tests and optical vouchers for corrective lenses.
🗓️How to book an appointment - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-an-nhs-sight-test/location/
How Often Should Children Have a Comprehensive Eye Exam?
According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), children should have a comprehensive eye exam by an optometrist:
- At 6 months
- At age 3
- Before starting school (around age 5–6)
- Every 1–2 years thereafter, or annually if vision correction is needed.
Regular exams help detect conditions like amblyopia, myopia, and other vision issues early—critical for learning and development.
📌 Learn more: AOA Pediatric Eye Exam Guidelines [aoa.org]
Know Your Kid's Buzz: Caffeine Facts for Ages 11–18
Caffeine & Teens: Safe Limits and Smarter Choices
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that teens ages 12–18 limit caffeine to under 100 mg per day and avoid energy drinks entirely because they often contain excessive caffeine and other stimulants that can harm sleep, heart health, and mood.
Instead of energy drinks, consider lower-caffeine alternatives like green tea or black tea, which provide hydration and antioxidants without the high stimulant load. Research suggests green tea catechins may support heart health and modestly improve cholesterol levels.
Links for Parents & Teens
Smart Swaps for Teens: Help Your Teen Find Alternatives
Skip energy drinks – The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says they’re unsafe for teens.
- ✔️Choose lower-caffeine options – Try green tea (30 mg per cup) or black tea (45 mg per cup) instead of 200 mg energy drinks.
- ✔️Stay hydrated – Water and herbal teas (0 mg caffeine) are best for focus and health.
- ✔️Check labels together – Teach your teen to spot caffeine content.
Adolescent Support and Counseling Services Program (ASACS)
Denole Taylor-Louis, LCSW, LSSGB, CCM, RAS
Highlighting our Community Partners
🎓 SAVE THE DATE – AMSC 2026 SCHOLARSHIP
🗓 Applications Open: 21 January 2026
🗓 Applications Close: 19 March 2026
📌 Who can apply? Affiliated with RAF Alconbury or RAF Molesworth: • Active Duty • Civilian • Contractor • Dependents 📚 Eligible applicants include: • 2025 graduating seniors • Undergraduate & graduate students • DoD ID cardholders pursuing continuing, vocational, or technical education
🏫 Eligible schools: Accredited 2‑year, 4‑year, vocational, or technical institutions
📧 Questions? Contact Karen Brown: ➡️ amsc.scholarship@gmail.com
✨ More details coming soon — mark your calendars and spread the word!
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School Procedures
DoDEA School Dress Code
Students MUST wear:
- Tops with sleeves (sleeveless tops/dresses are permitted for school sponsored formal events such as prom)
- Solid clothing (not transparent or translucent) that fully covers the top and bottom from armpit to mid-thigh
- Shoes (shoes must be safe for the school environment)
- Bedroom slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the principal
- Open toe shoes with a strap across the heel are allowed
Students CANNOT wear clothing with:
- Language or images promoting violence
- Language or images that depict, promote, or advocate the illegal use or sale of drugs, alcohol or tobacco products; violent conduct; curse words; pornography; that contain threats or expressions which are violent, discriminatory, lewd or obscene; or that advocate or promote any other illegal item or activity or the use of same
- Derogatory speech and/or imagery that targets groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Headgear that obscures the face (except as a religious observance or health purpose); clothing items with hoods attached can be worn but must not cover the head
* Teachers/courses can require certain attire as part of the curriculum (for example: physical education, culinary) that may include specific dress
* DoDEA issued athletic uniforms and athletic practice attire outside of the DoDEA school dress code is permitted when worn by participants during athletic practices and sports events
Applicable DoW Policies
Accelerated Withdrawal
The Principal may authorize an accelerated withdrawal of a student who must withdraw from school 20 or less instructional days prior to the end of a semester, in accordance with Section 3.1.d, of DoDEA Administrative Instruction 1367.01, “High School Graduation Requirements and Policy,” [TBD]. Accelerated withdrawal will only be considered if the parent/sponsor presents PCS orders. The parent or sponsor must present verification of the date required for the student to depart from the school (e.g., PCS orders). All of the conditions of an accelerated study program outlined by the student’s teachers must be met prior to withdrawal in order for grades to be assigned and credit to be granted. Students who withdraw prior to the 20-day limitation of the accelerated withdrawal policy will receive “withdrawal” grades rather than final grades. In this case, the sponsor/parent should notify the school two weeks prior to the date of withdrawal.
Applicable DoW Policies
DoD School Liaison Program
School Liaisons serve as the primary point of contact for PK-12th grade school-related matters. The School Liaison Program offers an array of services and resources to support students, parents, installation leadership, schools and the surrounding community. They inform parents about local schools, graduation requirements, afterschool programs, homeschooling and much more. By working together with these stakeholders, the School Liaison Program builds a support network to provide the best possible education experience for military-connected children and youth worldwide.
The School Liaisons Program goals are to:
- Identify barriers to academic success and develop solutions
- Promote parental involvement and educate local communities and schools regarding the needs of military children
- Develop and coordinate partnerships in education
- Provide students, parents, and school personnel with the tools they need to overcome obstacles to education that stem from the military lifestyle
The School Liaison:
- Serves as the primary point of contact for school-related matters
- Represents, informs, and assists Command
- Assists military families with educational issues
- Coordinates with local school systems
- Forges partnerships between the military, community and schools
School Liaisons are located at each installation to provide information as well as build partnerships with the civilian and military community to help address common education challenges of military families. School Liaisons are also an initial contact for participation in the Youth Sponsorship Program which builds resilience in youth and eases transition. School Liaison support is free of charge and open to all Department of Defense identification card holders, educators who serve military students and community partners involved with PK-12 education. For more information on the School Liaison Program visit School Liaisons & Military Youth | Military OneSource
To find a School Liaison in your community use this link School Liaison Contacts MILITARY INSTALLATIONS
Whether you're planning a move to your next installation or want to know more about your current duty station, MilitaryINSTALLATIONS, one of many free resources from Military OneSource, is the place to get answers. Use it to find installation overviews, contacts for programs and services, check-in procedures, and community information for installations worldwide.
Applicable DoW Policies
School Administrators
Contacts
| Name | Position Details | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Danielle Boyett | School Nurse | 01638460122 |
| attendance.alcohs@dodea.edu Email | Attendance | |
| Brian Atkins-Hash | Registrar | 01638460131 |
| Jack Wade | School Psychologist School Psychologist | |
| Lauren Nulf | School Secretary | +44 (0)1638460120 |
| Steven Casner | School Counselor |
