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 7:00 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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New Powers Dedication and Open House

The Powers Elementary School Dedication and Ribbon Cutting will take place on Sunday, January 5th at 2:00 pm. Following the 30 minute ceremony, there will be an Open House that is open to the public until 4:00 pm.

Stadium and Track Closed

Mercy Health Stadium and Richard S. Cooley Track will be closed for approximately two weeks starting on Wednesday, December 4th for the installation of a new irrigation system. Thank you for your patience!

Important Information - Dec. 20th

Important Information: There will be no school for students in grades PreK-3 on Friday, December 20, 2019. Students in grades 4-12 with have a normal school day with a two-hour early dismissal.

Powers Final Walkthrough

Please join us on Sunday, December 1st from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for the FINAL public walkthrough/open house event at the current Powers Elementary School. Walk the halls and pick up a commemorative Powers magnet!