Albright Middle School

After working hard on their iReady lessons for the last month, Albright students earned some reward time on Friday afternoon! Students could choose between board games, a PE game, Geoguessing, owl pellet dissection, a Valentines craft, walking outside, and socializing!

One of our 8th grade students brought in their air raid siren this morning to provide an immersive experience for their current World War II unit!

Congratulations to members of the Albright Band for their performances at the Villa Park Solo and Ensemble Competition on Saturday. Albright band had 31 solo entries and earned 29 Division One medals and 2 Division Two medals. Three Albright band members earned Division One Plus for memorizing!! Congrats to Kyrie M, Kayla C, and Michalina R. Great work band!!

Thanks you Albright students and staff, we collected almost 200 items for the local food pantry. Thanks to the students in Builders Club who organized the event. It was a great way to start the new year

Dear Parents /Guardians,
It is that time of year again for registration for the upcoming 2026/27 school year. Registration is now open for all grade levels in the district for returning students starting Monday, February 2, 2026. Please take a moment to sign in to Skyward and complete the registration process by May 8. See attached flyer.
https://www.saltcreek48.org/page/registration
Thank you in advance.

The latest edition of the Viking View is ready !! Check it out here https://app.smore.com/n/x1dmv

Albright you have two more days to bring donations for the food pantry. The Builders Club appreciates your help.

The AMS builders club is hosting a donation drive for the local food pantry. It begins Monday, January 26th and ends Friday, January 30th. We are looking for donations of non perishable items and cleaning supplies. Students will bring to their anchor time. The anchor time with the most donations will receive donuts one morning. Please consider donating. Thanks!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Midterm grades are now available for you to view in Skyward.
To access midterm grades, follow these directions: https://aptg.co/sqLd9v
We encourage you to review these grades with your student and reach out to their teachers if you have any questions or concerns.

Additionally, please take a moment to review the latest school newsletter, as it contains important information and upcoming dates. https://app.smore.com/n/507wbr

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Sincerely,
Kate Beckwith

Today we said goodbye to our PE student teacher, Mr. Rodgers! We wish him luck on his next adventure and will miss seeing him in the halls of AMS!! ⚽️🥅🏸🏐🏉

Students are learning all about protein synthesis in science class by acting as mRNA and ribosomes in this hands on activity. Ask your middle school student to explain what happens during transcription and translation.

Welcome to our first weekly installment of a new series titled "Ask Me About". The goal of this series is to provide topics that spark academic conversation with your middle school student and help keep you informed about what they're learning.

Welcome to our first installment of the Viking Tip of the Week. The goal of this weekly series is to provide families with ideas on supporting the development of their middle school student. The series will provide tips and tricks to support your middle school student's executive function, as well as information on typical adolescent development.

Builders club closes out 2025. They worked concession stand to raise money for families in need. They created holiday cards for Villa Park veterans. They are a great group of kids. Can't wait to see next project?

Dear Albright Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to announce that Girls' Basketball tryouts will take place next week, on Wednesday, December 17th, and Thursday, December 18th, at St. A's from 2:40 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.

Please ensure that you complete the permission slip and return it to Mr. Lewicki or email it directly to Mrs. Beckwith. Students must have a permission slip and a current, up-to-date sports physical on file to participate in tryouts.

Please plan to pick up your student from St. A at 4:30 P.M.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your support!

The Albright Orchestra put on a beautiful winter concert!

Have a wonderful weekend. Take a little time to enjoy The Viking View!
https://app.smore.com/n/bnvuq

As a celebration of our Exemplary school designation, Albright welcomed comedian and magician Mike Bliss today. The show was an absolute riot and enjoyed by staff and students alike!