ASMS
Middle School Grades 6-8
Innovative Teaching
Student-Centered Learning
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This February, ASMS students and staff came together to celebrate our annual Cultural Day, an event that highlights the rich diversity within our school community. With families representing more than 20 different countries, our school truly reflects a vibrant melting pot of cultures and traditions.
This year’s Cultural Day featured two wonderful presentations. The Pitner family shared the culture and traditions of Japan, while the Wyrick family introduced students to the beauty and heritage of Guatemala.
Both families created engaging and memorable experiences for students through a variety of items, games, food, crafts, and cultural insights.
Students were excited to explore these countries and left the event feeling inspired and enriched by what they learned. Experiences like Cultural Day help bring global learning to life and give students a deeper appreciation for the traditions and perspectives that make our community unique.
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the many parents and teachers who volunteered their time and energy to support the event in each room. Their collaboration and enthusiasm helped make Cultural Day a joyful and meaningful experience for everyone involved.
ASMS is grateful to the families who shared their cultures with us this year, and we look forward to welcoming even more community members in the future who would like to help bring their countries and traditions to life for our students.
Meanwhile, the cafeteria offered a more laid-back atmosphere where students gathered to play Heads Up, Pictionary, 5 Card Stud, Monopoly, and many other favorites. Several students even brought games from home, adding to the fun and variety of the evening.
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As this was a new event for our community, the evening was open to ASMS students only, which helped create a welcoming and connected atmosphere. All attendees were entered into a raffle featuring prizes to help them host their own epic Game Night at home, a highlight that added even more excitement to the evening.
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We are grateful to our PTO for helping make this fresh winter experience possible and proud of our students for making it such a positive, joyful night together.
We’re already looking forward to our Spring Dance on May 1st, when we will celebrate our 8th graders in a big way!
This winter, ASMS switched things up by hosting a school-wide Game Night in place of our traditional winter dance, and it was a wonderful success!
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Students enjoyed a relaxed evening filled with light snacks, laughter, and a wide variety of games throughout the building.
The gym was full of energy with basketball, four-square, gaga ball, spikeball, and other active games.