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Raptor Report
February 4, 2026
from AMHS Partners in Education (PIE)
| | Support AMHS Student Athletes Through the Third Annual Raptors Golf Classic & Silent Auction | | Teachers & Staff Appreciate the Luncheon | | | | |
Many thanks to the many parents who contributed to the success of the Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon last week. This was enjoyed even more in light of the unusually cold weather last week! The teachers posted a thank you on Facebook for the "incredibly tasty buffet of soups and salads." They noted: "What a magnficent treat on a cold January day!"
Many thanks to all for your support of PIE that allows full support of our teachers & staff!
| | RESCHEDULED: Mingle with Parents During the AMHS Semi-Formal | | |
While the arrival of snow last week was fun, it caused the postponement of the AMHS Semi-formal and Parent Social. The events were moved to this Saturday, February 7.
During the Semi-formal, AMHS Partners in Education (PIE) will host a Parent Social at Southern Roots Smokehouse in Park Circle (1033 East Montague Avenue). Drop off your student and come mix and mingle with other parents until pick-up time! We hope to see you there.
| | Almost Time to Welcome Guest Speakers to the Career Symposium | | | | AMHS Parents! The biennial Career Symposium is right around the corner on the morning of Friday, February 6th. There are still a few volunteer openings to help give our guest speakers a warm Raptor welcome! Check out the volunteer opportunties at this link. | | Parents Needed to Get Involved with PIE | | The next PIE meeting will be Thursday, February 19 at 4 pm in the AMHS Conference Room #7235. If you are interested in taking on an active role in this important school community, come join us! | | | | |
Know someone who is interested in attending Academic Magnet?
Tours for students and families interested in learning more about Academic Magnet and the CCSD School Choice process are invited to tour the school in the new year. There are still spaces in the final tour on Feb. 11.
Interested Students Can Sign Up For Tour Dates Here. All questions related to tours can be directed to amhstours@charleston.k12.sc.us
| | Gen X Women Needed for Online AP Research Survey RE: Skincare Product Consumption | | |
For her AP Research class, Kate Stahle-Smith '26 is studying skincare product consumption and knowledge in Generation X vs. Generation Z.
As the majority of AMHS parents are considered Generation X (born 1965-1980) she is looking for female participants to take the brief survey at this link. If you agree to participate, you will fill out a survey with questions about your current knowledge and consumption patterns of skincare products as well as your social media use. Thank you in advance for your participation!
| | Let's go to South Korea in Summer 2028! Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/3003258WX. A $200 discount on the trip is available until February 6. | | Limited Yearbooks Remain; Order Soon! | | | | |
Even though Early Bird Pricing has ended, there's still time to order your student an AMHS Yearbook. The price is now $75.
Visit yearbookordercenter.com and use our school code: 25698
Senior ads were due by December 31.
| | Teacher Cadets Learn From CCSD Chief Financial Officer | | |
Last week, the AMHS and SOA Teacher Cadets and their teacher, Mr. Martin (SOA) welcomed CCSD’s Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Daniel Prentice. As shared by Mr. Martin, Mr. Prentice's visit afforded students the opportunity to “connect leadership, lived experience, and the future of education” in a meaningful way!
View more photos and learn more about his visit on Facebook at this link.
| | Students May Request Student Peer Tutoring from NHS | | |
Don't forget that if AMHS students need a hand with their studies, they can request help from an NHS peer tutor! The NHS Tutoring Request form is posted on the school website under students/National Honor Society. Or you can view here at this link.
**Please allow 3 to 5 days for AMHS NHS to respond to your tutoring request. We will try to make a pairing as quickly as possible, but submitting a request in advance gives us ample time to fulfill the request properly. For example, if you have a test on a Thursday, notify us by Monday or sooner that you would like to schedule a tutoring session. If you have a test on Monday, notify us by Wednesday of the previous week or sooner**
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SENIORS: Click here for
College Planning Guidance
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Financial aid looks different for everyone. Explore what’s available—and how it can help you pay for college—then start your application at https://bit.ly/DoTheFAFSAired contributor on your form.
| | Click here for Resume Tips! | | Click here for Interview Tips! | | |
SAVE THE DATE! AMHS seniors will walk across the stage on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 3 pm. Graduation will be held at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.
College Decisions! Follow along as AMHS Seniors announce their college plans on the AMHS Decisions page on Instagram at instagram.com/amhsdecisions
Congratulations to all of our amazing AMHS Seniors, and good luck to each of you as you make these exciting decisions!
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Check out the updated AMHS College Planning Handbook--an essential resource for students and parents navigating college applications, featuring new articles on financial aid offers, college tours, admissions interviews, and supplemental essay tips.
Find it online at this link!
| | AMHS enjoys the support of three parent-led, community supported groups and an active SIC group. You can read about each group's mission and get updates below or find out more under the Parent Tab on the School Website. | | | | Raptor Parents - Do you have a business or service that PIE might be able to partner with when looking for vendors for special events? Please let us know! Email us at: amhspie@gmail.com | | Haven't joined yet? Memberships and sponsorships are still welcome even though the official campaign has ended!!! Join PIE or renew your membership or sponsorship HERE. | Please contact Kate Williams at amhspie@gmail.com with any questions. | | |
Learn more about the AMHS School Improvement Council (SIC) here.
Questions for SIC? Reach out to Chair David Northrup or Ms. GG.
The SIC Report for 2024-2025 can be found on the AMHS website. Read it at this link.
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We support Raptor Athletes through membership and sponsorships.
All funding serves a variety of needs: Team Allotments, Hudl Sports Video Performance Platform, Scholarship Awards, All-Sports Banquet and Awards Ceremony, Sports Events and festivities, Senior Athlete Posters, Team Needs as requested, and MORE!
It's never too late to join, just click here.
Website: https://amhsbc.membershiptoolkit.com/
Email: amhssportsinfo@gmail.com
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Our gear is in stock, but popular items sell out quickly. Grab a couple of favorites, like a sweatshirt (with pockets!), hat, or towel, and build a ready-to-wrap spirit set they’ll love.
To order, simply Venmo (@AMHSAthleticBoosterClub or Cash App ($amhsathleticbooster) and note your merch items in the payment comments.
| | Help spread the good news! Got scoop on a current or former Raptor making their mark in the world? Share it with the Raptor Report here. | | |
Congratulations to Academic Magnet High School's own Vanessa Nguyen '26 and Madison Jolly '26, two of the FOUR total U.S. Presidential Scholar Nominees in Charleston County School District.
As reported by the South Carolina Department of Education, the U.S Presidential Scholars Program "honors high school seniors for exceptional achievement" and includes "nominations for academic excellence, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and, new this year, visual and performing arts." Vanessa Nguyen represents Charleston County School District's female nominee and Madison Jolly will serve as the CTE nominee.
U.S. Presidential Scholar Finalists are typically announced in May of each year. Vanessa and Maddy, we're rooting for you!
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On January 11, 2026, seniors Julian Churchill ’26 and Suguri Yamaguchi ’26 were honored at a Scouting America Troop 519 Court of Honor for earning the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Both began their scouting journeys as Cub Scouts in Mt. Pleasant Pack 11, Den 7, before joining Troop 519 on Daniel Island.
Julian earned his Eagle Scout rank in July after leading a project to refurbish six outdoor dog runs for one of the Charleston Animal Society’s off-site sanctuaries, as well as organizing a medical supply drive through Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital to benefit its clinic and veterinary summer camp. Suguri earned his rank in October after completing a project to repaint three apartment buildings in West Ashley through the collaboration with the City of Charleston’s Love Your Block program. Together, these projects accounted for more than 250 hours of community service performed by Troop 519 scouts and volunteers.
Over their more than 10 years in scouting, both were supported by many mentors, including Scoutmaster Mike Coulter ’23P. Their accomplishments reflect strong leadership, ethical conduct, and a commitment to service aligned with the AMHS mission.
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Congratulations to our AMHS winners from the Scholastic Art Awards Lowcountry visual art competition. We had several photographers win this year and a couple AP Art students. Thanks, Ms. Callicott, for helping these amazing artists grow.
Gold Awards-Photography:
William Balderose, Andrew Wohlfeil, Erin Efa
Silver Awards-Photography:
Will Balderose, Hoyt Knox
Honorable Mentions:
Sophie Compton-Painting
Victoria Carabus-Photography
Tyler Altman-Photography
Christina Heiney-Drawing
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As we begin Black History Month we offer a heartfelt thank you to Jordan Roberts '26, Lillian Patterson '26, Selena Owens '26, Abby Trolley '26, and Anna Grace Lesher from SOA and the other members of the Academic Magnet Black Student Alliance who joined together to create a masterpiece featuring Afrofuturism, the speculative fiction genre that addresses African-American themes in the "context of technoculture."
Check out this display and one of the accompanying books in the Bonds Wilson Library!
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The AMHS Student Newspaper. Read it here to "get the word on the birds."
| | What's on the Schedule... | |
Know of an opportunity from which AMHS students might benefit? Share it with the Raptor Report here.
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The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund provides up to $10,000 per year in college scholarships for high-achieving South Carolina students with a demonstrated financial need (who will be attending an eligible South Carolina college/university).
We're accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-26 school year from January - May. Learn more and apply now at this link.
| | Community Service + Activities | | |
Guidance counselors will regularly post opportunities for service on students' Canvas page and those are also sometimes shared on AMHS social media accounts. Students are encouraged to find opportunities for service in their own communities. Additional opportunties that are shared with the Raptor Report are listed below.
Have a service opportunity to share? Email raptorreporteditor@gmail.com.
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Volunteers are needed for the annual Walk for Autism on Saturday April 25th, 2026 from 7 am to 1:30 pm. Any students wishing to volunteer can come for part of the hours or all. If interested in volunteering please contact Rose O'Neal at 843.553.1316 or rrzoneal@hotmail.com. Volunteers will be needed in several tasks: setting up tables and tents, manning jump castles, food stations, silent auction tables, merchandise table, ticket sales and at the end of the event breaking down tables and tents along with clean up.
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The Raptor Report is published weekly by AMHS PIE on Wednesdays during the school year except for holiday breaks.
Faculty, students, and parents are encouraged to submit articles and/or pictures of AMHS events, honors, and needs.
Please email your information to the Raptor Report Editors by 5 pm on the Monday preceding the Wednesday publication date.
Feedback or suggestions for improvement? Please send an email as well.
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