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2024 W.E.B. Leaders
Our W.E.B. Leaders are ready for the 2024-25 school year!
ARCO Orchestra
When rock music and orchestra musicians collide!
Newsies Jr. on Stage
A cast and crew of talented students entertains
Middle School Tech Wars
Innovation and creativity earns Tech War awards
Studio in Art
Students silk-screen Darwin Martin House Jr. Docent shirts
Mission & Philosophy
Amherst Middle School
At Amherst Middle School, we are committed to maintaining high academic standards while also encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Our classrooms will be filled with engaging lessons and opportunities for students to explore their interests and talents. We believe that each student brings a unique perspective to our school, enriching the overall experience for everyone.
News & Events
Latest News
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Students at Amherst Middle School earned five awards by competing in the middle school division of the Tech Wars competition at ECC City.
![Students stand on hockey rink]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718293223/amherstschoolsorg/iutxbzfydqgzlegjzymg/ARCOgroupshotPOST.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718293223/amherstschoolsorg/iutxbzfydqgzlegjzymg/ARCOgroupshotPOST.jpg","width":305}])
The Amherst Rock Concert Orchestra (ARCO), directed by Patrick O’Donnell, took their show on the road and performed at a Buffalo Sabres game at the KeyBank Center in January 2024.
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about Tickets Available for Jan. 11 AMS Production of Newsies Jr.
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about Get Ready for September! (opens in new window/tab)
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about Penny Wars Raise More than $4,000 for Bald for Bucks
![Digital Drama Does it Exist? Yes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709027927/amherstschoolsorg/hdauxodfvdyqhsnueiq0/DigitalDrama_NEWS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709027927/amherstschoolsorg/hdauxodfvdyqhsnueiq0/DigitalDrama_NEWS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709027927/amherstschoolsorg/hdauxodfvdyqhsnueiq0/DigitalDrama_NEWS.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709027927/amherstschoolsorg/hdauxodfvdyqhsnueiq0/DigitalDrama_NEWS.png","width":999}])
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about Getting Middle School Students to T.H.I.N.K. About Their Digital Footprint
![photo of principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709027926/amherstschoolsorg/fyd2p82lygfspkvtd5mj/Lawniczak_NEWS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709027926/amherstschoolsorg/fyd2p82lygfspkvtd5mj/Lawniczak_NEWS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709027926/amherstschoolsorg/fyd2p82lygfspkvtd5mj/Lawniczak_NEWS.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709027926/amherstschoolsorg/fyd2p82lygfspkvtd5mj/Lawniczak_NEWS.jpg","width":999}])
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about Scott Lawniczak Named Principal at Amherst Middle School
![Julie Doyle portrait]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709027911/amherstschoolsorg/m1atayhabavgaruv2lvm/JulieDoyle_NEWS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709027911/amherstschoolsorg/m1atayhabavgaruv2lvm/JulieDoyle_NEWS.jpg","width":305}])
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about Julie Doyle Named to New Position as Assistant Principal Dean of Students at Amherst Middle School
![tech wars]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709027908/amherstschoolsorg/iajfy4d1iozkkswnua9b/TechWars1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709027908/amherstschoolsorg/iajfy4d1iozkkswnua9b/TechWars1.png","width":305}])
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about Competing in Tech Wars, AMS Teams Earn Awards
![two students with coffee cart]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709027889/amherstschoolsorg/km8mgdj9c1ppb39lnue8/CoffeeCartDelivery_NEWS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1709027889/amherstschoolsorg/km8mgdj9c1ppb39lnue8/CoffeeCartDelivery_NEWS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1709027889/amherstschoolsorg/km8mgdj9c1ppb39lnue8/CoffeeCartDelivery_NEWS.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709027889/amherstschoolsorg/km8mgdj9c1ppb39lnue8/CoffeeCartDelivery_NEWS.jpg","width":999}])
Year-Long Effort Raises $616 for Food Pantry
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about Running a Coffee Cafe in Class Offers So Many Lessons for Students
Upcoming Events
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Amherst Middle School
ACHS Cafeteria
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ACHS South gym
ACHS Cafeteria
Students! Get Involved!
We offer many afterschool clubs and extra curricular activities and encourage our students to join a club. Listen to announcements or look for posters in the hallway for meeting dates and times.
![Classroom with students at desks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715957807/amherstschoolsorg/xz0fcjohx9ff97zcn33c/CareersatSDS_Showcase.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715957807/amherstschoolsorg/xz0fcjohx9ff97zcn33c/CareersatSDS_Showcase.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715957807/amherstschoolsorg/xz0fcjohx9ff97zcn33c/CareersatSDS_Showcase.jpg","width":800}])
At Amherst, we pride ourselves for offering opportunities for collaboration, challenge and rewarding career growth. Apply online!
![Adult with student in classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715956826/amherstschoolsorg/lihszcnpmitjsdwifd0l/StaffDirectory_SHOWCASE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715956826/amherstschoolsorg/lihszcnpmitjsdwifd0l/StaffDirectory_SHOWCASE.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715956826/amherstschoolsorg/lihszcnpmitjsdwifd0l/StaffDirectory_SHOWCASE.png","width":800}])
Access the Staff Directory
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Learn about the resources and services available through our Family Support Center.
![UPK student holds puppets]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715885570/amherstschoolsorg/pfgjy82gn8jtgy69tir0/SDSUPKPuppets_SHOWCASE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715885570/amherstschoolsorg/pfgjy82gn8jtgy69tir0/SDSUPKPuppets_SHOWCASE.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715885570/amherstschoolsorg/pfgjy82gn8jtgy69tir0/SDSUPKPuppets_SHOWCASE.jpg","width":800}])
Central Registration is used to register new and re-entry students, UPK, kindergarten and private, parochial, charter school students.
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Parents can receive text messages, straight to a mobile phone with information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.