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Teacher of the Year Nominations
October 17, 2021 Do you know a teacher who has had a positive impact on your child, your child's school, or your community? Nominate them for Teacher of the Year. Nominations are open until November 30, 2021.
Proposed DoDEA Dress Code
Thank you for providing input on the proposed DoDEA-wide student dress code. The commenting period has ended; however, the studentdresscode@dodea.edu mailbox will remain open until October 29, 2021.
DoDEA appreciates the many comments that have been submitted. This a great start to our working together to establish a DoDEA-wide dress code. As the next step in this process, Education Policy and Operations Division (EdOps) in collaboration with the Civil Rights Program will present your feedback to the DoDEA Civil Rights Steering Group (CRSG) for consideration.
EmailAre you thinking of becoming a principal?
We will host the DoDEA Pacific Series for Prospective Principals the last Tuesday of each month starting September 28. 1530 - 1630 JST/1630 - 1730 Guam. Prospective Principal Network
For more information, email Kathleen.Smith@dodea.edu or Kerry.Weidler@dodea.edu.
Andersen MS School Hours
Tuesdays are Early Release days
| Regular Hours | Tuesday Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 0700 - 1600 | |
| School Hours | 0745 - 1415 | 0745 - 1315 |
DoDEA Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence
Discovering the past, understanding the present, and creating a better future.
School Operations COVID-19
Teachers and the routines of school provide an important element of stability for students which adds significantly to their success.
From Around DoDEA
Bullying Prevention Month
September 29, 2021 DoDEA actively acknowledges National Bullying Prevention month in October in order to help educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention.Observances
School Health Services
September 28, 2021 DoDEA School Health Services aims to optimize learning by fostering student wellness. Learn about School Nurses, Student Immunization Requirements, Medication at School, Chronic and Acute Health Conditions, First Aid, and more.Students and Staff
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
September 28, 2021 Every October, we observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month to recognize the contributions, dedication and talents of Americans with disabilities who are a vital part of our workforce.Observances
Andersen MS
School Address
Unit 14057
BLDG 1604, Andersen AFB
APO, AP 96543-4057
GUAM, USA
Phone: 366-5973
DSN Phone: 366-5973
From US: 671-366-5973
Upcoming Events
Oct 22
Teacher Work Day No school for All Students
Oct 25
Begin 2nd Quarter
Oct 29
Parent Teacher Conferences (School Specific Schedules) PK/55/K through 12 (All)
Nov 11
Veterans Day Federal Holiday
Nov 25 - Nov 27
Thanksgiving Day Federal Holiday and Recess Day
DoDEA Mission
Educate, Engage, and empower each student to succeed in a dynamic world.
DoDEA Vision
To be among the world’s best leaders in Education, enriching the lives of military-connected students and the communities in which they live.
Our Vision
As a part of Continuous School Improvement process, Andersen Middle School has established our own vision statement through input from the students, staff, parents, and the community. This vision statement is the basis for establishing priorities which aid in decision-making.
Our Guiding Principles
At AMS, we believe all students are entitled to learn in a safe, positive and supportive environment allowing them to reach their highest academic and behavioral success. As our mascot is the DRAGON, Andersen Middle School has identified 5 guiding principles to support Dragon Pride. Classroom and school wide expectations for behavior are based on these principles. Keeping in mind that our motto is Dragon Pride Starts Inside, the Principles and supporting characteristics are based on the acronym P.R.I.D.E. The principles and characteristics are:
Preparation - Responsibility - Integrity - Determination - Excellence (P.R.I.D.E.)
Preparation - Be ready to learn and participate in my education.
* Bring all necessary materials to every class.
* Complete and turn in work and homework by the due date.
* Dress according to the school dress code.
Responsibility - Be responsible for my learning and the learning of those around me.
* Dress, behave, and speak in a manner that demonstrates respect to other students, staff and visitors.
* Be punctual to each class and designated activity.
* Have and maintain the student agenda.
Integrity - Do the right thing even when no one is watching.
* Be accountable for my actions and the consequences that follow.
* Respect intellectual property rights when completing all assignments.
* Respect the cultural diversity of our student body and community.
* Respect personal property of others and public property of the school.
Determination - Exhibit a determined attitude to do my best in all tasks.
* Set behavior and academic goals.
* Show effort and try even when the task is difficult.
* Exhibit persistence and dedication to all tasks to achieve the end results.
Excellence - Push myself to achieve excellence in all I do!
All students should follow examples of behaviors promoted by the guiding principles at all times, including before school, at dismissal, and all school sponsored events and trips. Dragon behavior represents the whole school as well as visitors in the community.
AMS Continuous Improvement Goals
Math Goal
Students will improve their Major Content performance of written expressions and equations by 3 percentage points in each grade level as prescribed by CCRSM standards in one academic school year.
ELA Goal
Improve written expression by 3 percentage points in each grade level through compare and contrast writing using text based evidence as prescribed by CCRL standards in one academic school year.
Accreditation and Awards
All schools in DoDEA Pacific, including Andersen MS are accredited by COGNIA formerly AdvancedEd the parent organization for the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI).
