Summer Reading Info 2021 - Albert Hill's summer reading program this year is all about choice! Click on the link here to find a flyer detailing all the info you need for summer reading!

The Big Transition - The greater Richmond SCAN is providing a workshop that will provide parents/caregivers with support and strategies to prepare their family for the return to in person instruction. This 60 minute workshop will be offered twice, once in English and once in Spanish. More information can be found here.

Immunization Information - Please consult this flyer for information regarding regional immunization clinics across Central Virginia.

RPS Annual Engagement Survey -  As we prepare to #ReopenWithLove2.0 this fall, we want to know what's working and what's not so we can continue to improve as a division. The survey responses are anonymous and confidential. The link can be found here.

Technology Collection AHMS 6/17  - Please return all school issued technology to include Chromebooks, hotspots, and tablets. All items can be returned on June 17th , from 12:30 - 5:30 at the cafeteria entrance to Albert Hill.

High School Credit Opt Out for Middle School Students - Families of Middle School students may opt out of having their high school credit classes appear on their child's transcripts. Please fill out this form by July 30, 2021 if you are interested in opting your child out.

Spirit Week! - Celebrate the end of this virutal year by participating in special themed spirit days next week! See info in the flyer here.

Immunization Information *Risining 7th Graders Only! - Please consult the attached links for required immunizations for rising 7th graders.

Parent Letter

HPV Letter

HPV Info

Required Immunizations

TDAP FAQ

Albert Hill SOL Information -  Please see the following information for updates regarding SOLs for Spring 2021. The In-Person SOL information can be found by clicking on this link. The Remote Testing schedule can be found here.

Adult English as a Second Language Summer Classes - RPS Adult Education will conduct our English As A Second Language summer classes registration beginning Tuesday, June 22, 2021 (Please see flyer for additional registration dates.)

Registration will be held at 10 am and 1 pm at the Richmond Alternative School (119 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23230).  Classes will begin the week of July 5, 2021, and end the week of August 26, 2021.

Appointments are required.  Students may go to the link to register or download the QR scanner on their cell phone and scan the QR code on the flyer to set up a registration appointment.

8th Grade Slideshow - Attention parents of 8th graders! The NJHS and 8th grade teachers want to celebrate your child's time in Middle School by creating a slideshow honoring each 8th grader. Please click the following form to have your child submit an appropriate photo of themselves currently and a baby picture of themselves for their slide. Photos will be due on May 26th! https://forms.gle/Fm2Apez7e31CvWch6"

Virtual Spring Showcase - Come join us in celebrating our Tiger band by attending a Virtual Showcase on May 20th at 6:30PM. More info can be found here.

8th Grade Moving On Ceremony! - Come join us in celebrating our resilient 8th graders! The Moving On Cemeony will take place on June 17th, at Albert Hill Middle School. You must sign up for a time slot ahead of time, please visit this link, or see this flyer for more information.

Graduation Slideshow - Attention parents of 8th graders! The NJHS and 8th grade teachers want to celebrate your child's time in Middle School by creating a slideshow honoring each 8th grader. Please click this form to have your child submit an appropriate photo of themselves currently and a baby picture of themselves for their slide. More info can be found here.

Richmond Public Library Teen Programming - Please fill out this survey to give feedback regarding virtual programming from the Richmond Public library for the upcoming summer. 

Makeup Picture Day 5/12: Yearbook photos will be taken at Albert Hill on May 12, from 2:00PM - 5:00PM in the cafeteria. No signups or reservations are necessary. Please see this flyer for more info. To order pictures, please consult this form.

Carytown Chalk About Comm-UNITY - The Albert Hill Tigers will join the Carytown Merchant's Association on Friday, My 14th from 5:30 - 7:30PM to decorate positive messages on our designated school block (which is from Les Crepes to Mary Angela's Pizza). More info can be found here.

MathScience Innovation Center Summer Regional Governor's School - The Summer Regional Governor's School is a two-week program for students currently in grades 6, 7, and 8 who are identified as gifted by their school divisions. For more information please take a look at this letter and this flyer.

Course Selection Information - Course selection is now live for all students (this includes rising sixth graders!). Please consult the guide for more information about course sequence, and fill out the Google Form to select your courses.

Community Conversations: Reopening - Virtual conversations will be hosted with RPS and members of the Richmond Health Community to discuss RPS's fall reopening plans. Spanish interpretation will be provided and in-person community viewings will be available (locations will be posted soon). Please see this flyer for more details.

In-Person Testing Parent Intent Survey - Our spring In-person Testing Parent Intent Survey is now available. Parents will have the option to allow their child to test in-person, refuse testing, or refuse testing but allow their child to take the VDOE’s remote assessment (grades 3-8 only). Parents are also able to indicate their intent for the WIDA assessment. The survey can be found here. For frequently asked questions, please see the flyer here.

Course Selection Consultation with School Counselor - The AHMS Guidance Counselor, Mr. G, has created a signup sheet where students/parents can meet virtually with him to discuss course options for next year. It is highly recommended that all students/parents discuss their options with him. The virtual signup link can be found here.

NextUp Spring Sessions - Calling all middle and high schoolers! If math class can be online then why not dance, art, cooking or coding? LIVE, online enrichment classes led by area program providers are now available to RPS middle school and high school students through NextUp RVA’s new online portal. Through this online portal, students can participate in live and interactive enrichment classes led by local, quality program providers. Classes are offered at no-cost to RPS families. Please visit our online portal to get your kids started. Registration for the upcoming Spring session is now open! For more information about NextUp, visit www.nextuprva.org

Course Selection 2021-2022 - It is time to start planning your classes for next year using SchooLinks! SchooLinks is a modern, college and career readiness platform to prepare students for what comes after graduation. SchooLinks helps students discover their interests and strengths, explore colleges and careers, and create a personal graduation plan that best reflects their post-secondary goals. SchooLinks at Richmond Public Schools is accessible in 6th-12th grades by students and their parents. More info on how to access SchoolLinks can be found here. A SchoolLinks guide can be found here and some sample screenshots can be found here. There is also a SchoolLinks tutorial video you can view here.

Overdue Library Books - Please return any overdue library books to Albert Hill. A book return will be placed outside the front of the building from 9:00 - 4:00 every Wednesday.

Science Community Curriculum Conversations - RPS invites you to an evening of Community Curriculum Conversations. Join Curriculum and Instruction leaders to hear from top curriculum providers to select rigorous, engaging, and equitable curricula for K-12 Science as outlined in the Dream4RPS Strategic Plan. Click here for signup info.

YAVA Award Celebration - You are invited to enjoy a virtual pajama party celebrating Young Adult Virginia Authors and their 2019 books. Join authors and readers via Zoom for an afternoon of bookish conversation, fun games, and the announcement of the 2021 YAVA Award winning author! If you are local to RVA, there is a special party pack for you to enjoy during the celebration that can be picked up from the RPL.  More info can be found here.

RPS Virtual Tutoring - Richmond Public Schools will offer virtual tutoring AT NO COST to all RPS K-8 students. Flexible tutoring times in the evening will allow families to schedule sessions that meet individual needs. All tutors are certified RPS teachers. Click here for more info about signups.

Tiger Talk - Introducing The Tiger Talk! A website led by the National Junior Honor Society where you can shoutout teachers, celebrate student and staff birthdays, and see school wide announcements. Please enjoy what The Tiger Talk has to offer and make sure to bookmark the website page so you can come back for future fun updates! https://sites.google.com/rvaschools.net/thetigertalk

Virtual Mornings in the Library - Do you miss coming to the library in the mornings? Join Mr. Prest every weekday morning (except Wednesday) from 9:00 - 9:15 for virtual library time! Sign up info here.

Adult & Continuing Education Classes 2021 - Registration is open for the Richmond Public Schools Adult and Continuing Education classes for the 2021 year. All students must be age 19 ½ or above to participate. 

The following classes are offered this session:

• English for Speakers of Other Languages – Citizenship Preparatory Class
  • Prepares students for components of the citizenship exam
  • Registration Fee:  FREE
  • English Flyer / Spanish Flyer

• Customer Service Certification & Advanced English Training
  • Prepares students to interact with customers and co-workers
  • Registration Fee: FREE
  • English Flyer / Spanish Flyer

• English As A Second Language Classes
  • Adult classes provide a variety of skills to non-English speakers. Includes grammar, reading, comprehension, writing, and vocabulary.
  • Registration Fee: $25
  • Flyer

BLAST Stem Program - Check out this awesome STEM program. It's completely free! 

Newtowne Tutoring Info - Newtowne Tutoring is a service club provided by Maggie Walker students dedicated to instilling a love of learning in the children of Richmond. We tutor students of all ages and ability levels. Newtowne meets every Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00pm. More information can be found at this link.

RPS Lit Limo - The Lit Limo is a neighborhood book-mobile that is giving away free books to Richmond kids. Click here to find out when it will be in a neighborhood near you!

ChildSavers Outpatient Therapy - If your are considering counseling services for your child, please review the flyer for more information and fill out a referral form for outpatient mental health services. You may also contact Jessica Gregory, jgregory@childsavers.org, for more information.

Kroger Rewards - Did you know you can link your Kroger account to Albert Hill so that the school receives rewards from every purchase you make?

 Here’s how you do it -- first, open up your Kroger app. In the top right corner of the app, from the opening screen hit the four square symbol in the top right corner. Then press My Account, and then Community Rewards under the Loyalty tab. It'll ask you to sign in with your email address, and then all you have to do is search for Albert Hill.

 It couldn’t be easier to support Albert Hill!

Free Extended Day Programming - RPS, in partnership with the City of Richmond, will be providing FREE extended day programming for the 2021-22 school year! This programming will be available for all Preschool-5th grade students and includes academic support and enrichment. Please complete this survey for each student interested by August 11th.

RPS SummerFest - You are invited to RPS SummerFest! Join us for food, fun, and fellowship as we prepare to Reopen With Love 2.0! Click here to learn more. We can't wait to see you at #RPSSummerFest!

Reopen With Love 2.0 FAQ - We have gathered the most asked questions from our Regional Community Conversations and have the answers available for you in one place. Click here to check it out!

2021-22 Required School Immunizations - As of July 1, Virginia has mandated new vaccinations (unrelated to COVID-19) for any child attending school or daycare in the state. These are in addition to current vaccination requirements. Click here for more information or visit www.rchd.com.

K-12 Summer School Bus Stops - Click here to view the bus stops for the 2021 Summer School session for Elementary, Middle, and High School students.

New Summer Meal Distribution - We are excited to share a variety of free meal pick-up options for our families beginning Monday, June 21st through the summer! Click here to find a site nearest you and to see an interactive map of sites!

New 2021-22 Bell Schedule - The RPS School Board has approved new daily start/end times for students next year, click here to view the new schedule!

Vaccine Opportunity for RPS Families & Staff - On Wednesdays, you can walk up to George Wythe High School (4314 Crutchfield Street) from 3pm - 6pm and get the COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment. All walk-up events at George Wythe will offer either the Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson vaccine, so anyone 12+ can attend. Click here to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine.

RPS Reopening Dashboard - Click here to download the latest update of the RPS Reopening Dashboard.

Family Support Helpline - Questions about reopening? Call the RPS Family Support Helpline at (804) 780-6195 and learn more about other resources available to families.