Alton v Lincoln FB--time change
Posted on 09/18/2025
Due to the heat, today's MS football games will push back start times 1 hour & follow this schedule:4:30 -- Gates open; 7th grade team warm-up (no helmets/shoulder pads)4:50 -- teams leave the field for water & dress; captains meeting5:00 -- kick-off game played with 6-min quarters & 5-min cooling break at 3:00 mark of each quarterno overtime6:45 -- 8th grade teams will have 15-min on-field warm-up (players can stretch behind end zones as 7th grade game is finishing). Team & Cheer recognition.7:00 -- 8th grade kick-offgame played with 7-min quarters & 2-min water break at 3:30 mark of each quarterno overtime
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Girls' Basketball Tryouts
Posted on 09/10/2025
This is a reminder that Girls' Basketball tryouts begin next Mon, Sept. 15 in the College gym from 3:30-5:15pm for any 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls. AMS supports 8th grade & 7th grade teams that compete in the Metro East Athletic Conference and a 6th grade team that plays in a league at Trimpe MS (Bethalto).Those interested in participating should contact AMS Athletic Director Scott Harper by email (sharper@altonschools.org) to receive an Admit Card identifying tryout requirements are met. [Requirements--current physical, completed athletic paperwork on Healthy Roster & academic eligibility.]For those that need to set up a Healthy Roster account, use this invitation link: Request Healthy Roster inviteFor those that already have an account, you can access both '25-'26 documents at www.healthyroster.comI will be in the Olin computer lab (Rm 808) tomorrow Tue 9/9 after school from 3:15-4:00pm & from 5:00-6:00pm for anyone that needs assistance.A
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Girls Basketball Camp
Posted on 09/01/2025
Camp info is on the form below--please complete it & bring with you on Fri. If you can't make it this week, join the next one. Tryouts will begin Mon, Sept. 15 in the College gym after school. Remember, you must have a current physical on-file with your building nurse AND complete the athletic registration paperwork (2 documents) on-line through Healthy Roster. Both documents must be signed by both athlete & a parent. If you need assistance, please contact AHS Athletic Trainer Andy Renner (arenner@altonschools.org)
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Athletic Event Attendance Policy
Posted on 08/22/2025
The Fall sports seasons are underway, so let’s make Alton MS events a safe and enjoyable time for everyone. Please read the following information and help in spreading the word to your students and parents:Athletic Event – Attendance PolicyThe District requires that all patrons entering sporting events comply with the following:No outside food/beverages or coolers (when concessions are sold)No backpacks, large purses or gym bags brought in by studentsAll bags/purses are subject to search/scan via the Open Gate system (when in use)Standing in the mezzanine/lobbies/walkways will not be permitted unless in line for concessions or restrooms.No noise makers, balls, projectiles, skateboards, etc. allowedNo re-entry will be permitted MS & Elementary students: Must be accompanied by an adult/chaperone & remain with that person throughout the game—they cannot be left unsupervised.HS students: Must have your student ID to receive the student rate. Admission Fees
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V SB cancelled Fri / V BB time change
Updated on 08/22/2025
Var SB game vs Triad has been cancelled today. Sat's V BB game vs Southwestern at Shipman Elementary will now start at 8:00am--bus leaves AMS at 6:40am.
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8/18 BB & SB cancelled
Posted on 08/18/2025
BB with Triad & SB with Mascoutah were cancelled today.V & JV BB games are rescheduled for W 8/20.V SB game is rescheduled for W 8/20 at Scheve Park in Mascoutah at 4:00pm.No make-up date yet for JV SB
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SB & BB games today are cancelled
Updated on 08/22/2025
All SB & BB games, home & away are cancelled due to the heat--wet bulb readings are in the no-play zone. Practice information will be sent out by your coaches--we are limited to 1-hour max outside.
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SB moving to AHS turf
Updated on 08/22/2025
Today's Var SB game vs Staunton will be moved to the AHS turf field--still planning to play at 4:30pm.
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Softball games ppd today due to heat
Updated on 08/22/2025
Both Var & JV softball games are postponed today due to the heat. Practice will be held at AHS indoor cages. One-way bus shuttle will be provided at 2:45 from MS field. Coaches will communicate an end time.
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2025-26 Sports Tryouts
Updated on 08/22/2025
Here are links to important information on AMS Sports offerings & tryout requirements--most of the Fall sports begin BEFORE school starts, so don't miss out.Healthy Roster Registration infoEveryone must have an up-to-date physical on file with the Nurse/Athletic Office in order to tryout.BJC PhysicalsContact AD Scott Harper (sharper@altonschools.org) or 618-474-2200 x21832
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