Flexible seating has been a wonderful experience that I have truly enjoyed. I am very thankful for the grant and encouragement to try something new. Flexible seating has been one of the best things I have ever done for myself and my students. There has been a positive whole learning climate change to one of teamwork, support for others, and…Read More

It has been another successful year for our AMS Entrepreneurs and our involvement with KVEC and the A.R.I. S.T.A.R.S. program. We had over 200 students participate in our annual AMS Entrepreneur Fair, and sent 6 teams (3 each from 7th and 8th grade) to the Knott County Sportsplex to compete in the regional fair. We are most proud of the diverse…Read More

Another Truly Successful year using ARI funding!!!! This was the second year that I wrote a grant for purchasing fetal pigs for my 7th grade students! I first received a grant to purchase pigs last year. My students last year had really surprised me with their enthusiasm for the learning through this magnificent venture. I had girls that I…Read More

Powerpoint for Fire Summit

I implemented the flexible/alternative seating. It is so amazing! Students’ time on task has improved tremendously and their attentiveness to instruction has improved as well. Behavior issues have all but disappeared. Students love to share the space as well as taking turns in the various stations in the room. Rotation schedules allow students…Read More