Amherst JR. High School

Welcome to Amherst Junior High School. On behalf of the entire faculty and staff I extend our best wishes for a successful school year. We look forward to supporting you in another year of academic growth.

We hope that with clear expectations, a strong instructional program, and the cooperation of you and your family, the year will be an outstanding one. We are proud of you and of the talents you possess, and hope that you will work hard to use them in the best way possible.

The building is open to students at 7:15 a.m. Our school day begins promptly at 7:25 a.m. Car riders and bus riders are dismissed at 2:25 p.m. Office hours are from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

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Meet Our Principal

Welcome! My name is Andrew Gibson and I am incredibly excited to lead the team at AJH. I am looking forward to working with our remarkable staff to create another innovative and engaging school year for our students, and I am dedicated to providing a nurturing, challenging, and supportive environment for our students and staff.

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Returning Student Information - OPEN!

The online process for updating student information for the 2021-2022 school year is live and OPEN! All parents and guardians must use their PowerSchool Parent Portal account. Please read for more information!

AJH Third Trimester Honors

Congratulations to the AJH students who received an academic award for the 3rd Trimester!

Mobile Pantry - June 8th!

The Second Harvest "Drive-Thru Mobile Pantry" will be at Marion L. Steele High School on Tuesday, June 8th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Summer Experience Sign-Up!

Amherst is offering a summer learning opportunity to help any student prepare for the 2021-2022 school year. Please review summer program details. The deadline to sign-up is Wednesday, June 16th.