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Raptor Report

August 27, 2025

from AMHS Partners in Education (PIE)

Support our Raptors: Join PIE (or Renew!) Today

Did you know that PIE plans and funds the AP Picnic celebration for all students each spring? It's your donations that make this possible! 

A BIG "Thank You!" to all of our families who have joined PIE or purchased Family Sponsorships already! We are still working toward our goal!

If you haven't had a chance to join PIE, we hope you will please support your PTSO for the 2025- 2026 school year! You can Join PIE or Renew your membership or sponsorship HERE.

More from PIE...

Show your AMHS pride with t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and more! Scan the QR code above or visit this link!

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

Thursday, August 28: Senior Parent Night

The school counseling department will be hosting a parent night for all seniors and their parents on Thursday, August 28, at 6 pm in the AMHS Lecture Hall. This event will be an opportunity for seniors and their parents to hear important general information about senior year, and there will be a special guest presentation by The College Coaches!

Attendance is encouraged so that counselors can spend more time with students during their IGP meetings on their individualized information! Parents and students are reminded to check your email to sign up for your Senior IGP meeting through Calendly.

Support the AMHS Booster Club!

Support our student athletes by joining the AMHS Athletics Booster Club this year! Our primary means to support Raptor Athletes is through your membership and sponsorships. Your donation supports: 

• Team Allotments
• Hudl Sports Video Performance Platform
• Scholarship Awards
• All Sports Banquet and Awards Ceremony
• Sports Events & Festivities
• Senior Athlete Posters
• Team Needs as requested
• And MORE!

Magnet Sports Fans! Show your school pride with our official Academic Magnet Sports gear! No matter what team sport you're supporting, find high-quality apparel and accessories designed to keep you comfortable and stylish while cheering on your athlete!!

Check it out at this link: bit.ly/AMHSFanGear

Academic Magnet High School is proud to welcome two new teachers to our Science Department for the 2025-2026 school year. Learn more about these two teachers by clicking on the links below:

• Ms. Christine Taylor - AP Chemistry & Honors Chemistry
• Ms. Stephanie Garcia Ayala - Honors Chemistry

Leslie Pridgen

School Counselor

Grades 9 -12 Last Names: A - HOL

Leslie_Pridgen@charleston.k12.sc.us

Gabrielle Krupilis

School Counselor

Grades 9 -12 Last Names: HOM - SI

Gabrielle_Krupilis@charleston.k12.sc.us

Monica Vallejo 

Director of School Counseling  

Grades 9 -12 Last Names: SK - Z

Monica_Vallejo@charleston.k12.sc.us

Please contact your counselor if you have any questions about your schedule or what seniors need to do to prepare for the new year (an email was sent to all senior families about Xello, the Common App, and more!).

SENIORS: Click here for

College Planning Guidance

• 25-26 Scholarship Spreadsheet
• College Rep Scheduled Visits

• Click here for past free college planning workshops. Example: Affording College: Accessing free money, scholarships, and paying for higher education 

Colleges often visit AMHS or the Charleston area. Keep up to date by visiting this document.

September 3: George Washington University

September 4: Tulane University

September 8: Tufts University

September 9: Wofford College

September 11: The University of Alabama

September 15: Middlebury College and US Naval Academy



Register through Naviance to show demonstrated interest. These sessions are open for all grades. 

Ms. Mansfield, the 2024-25 College and Career Specialist, is on the AMHS campus on Wednesdays and Thursdays during school hours.

Her email is rhiannon_mansfield@charleston.k12.sc.us 

Click here for Resume Tips!

Click here for Interview Tips!

Class of 2026

SAVE THE DATE! CCSD has set graduation dates for 2026 and our 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.

Essay prompts for 2025-26 can be found here.

Learn more about the Common App here and here.

Application Guide for First Time Applicants/Rising Seniors.

The Common App opened August 1 and seniors can begin their college application process in full swing! Please see recent emails from our counseling staff about how to connect your counselor to your student's Common App!

Class of 2027

Class of 2028

Class of 2029

Freshman Carnival 2025-26 | Friday, September 26, 2025

3:30-6:30pm | Click the link above for information on payment ($35), permission slips, and more!

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.

Next PIE Board Meeting is Thursday, September 18, at 4 pm

AMHS Conference Room #7235

We will be voting on the proposed PIE Budget for the 2025-2026 school year at the beginning of our September PIE meeting on Thursday, September 18th. A preview of the budget is available at this link: 2025 - 2026 proposed budget for review

Please contact Kate Williams at amhspie@gmail.com with any questions.

Learn more about the AMHS School Improvement Council (SIC) here. 

The first meeting of 2025-26 will be on September 8 at 4 pm at AMHS. 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.

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.

Fall Sports Photo Galleries Now Available!

Check out photo galleries for Fall Sports through Saltwashed Photography. Scan the QR code in the graphic or visit this link to see indivdual and team photos!

Interested in Girls Basketball?

There will be an interest meeting this Thursday, August 28, during all lunches for all girls interested in playing basketball this season. Stop by the weight room across from the gym and come meet our new coaching staff and learn more about the team.

Know a Raptor Interested in Medical Career?

Are you interested in a career in the medical field? Ms. Kaley, the AMHS athletic trainer is accepting applications for student aides who are interested in learning more. Please complete this application and reach out to Ms. Kaley at Mixonka@musc.edu with any questions.

Fall Sports Schedules!

Contact information for all of our head varsity coaches is available here. Follow the Raptor Athletics Instagram and Facebook page for updates and/or changes. View the Raptor Athletics Website at this link.

Athletic Director: Raymond Knauer or 843.746.6376

Coach contact information is here.

Apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

The 2026 Application is OPEN for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship! High school students graduating during the 2025-2026 school year and who meet our other criteria can apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program $20,000 scholarship application August 1-September 30, 2025. Find full details and the application at Cokeurl.com/Apply2026! Watch a video about the application process below. Learn more on the web at this link.

Know a Raptor Interested in Medical Career?

Are you interested in a career in the medical field? Ms. Kaley, the AMHS athletic trainer is accepting applications for student aides who are interested in learning more. Please complete this application and reach out to Ms. Kaley at Mixonka@musc.edu with any questions.

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.

2024, No. 7

2023, No. 8

2020-22, No. 2

2019, No. 1