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Hello, Afton Community! Today's game times have changed. The JV girls basketball game will start at 4:00 p.m. The varsity boys basketball game will start at 5:30 p.m.
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The JV girls play Sidney in a MAC JV Girls Basketball semifinal game tonight at 4:00 p.m. in Afton. The winner of this game will advance to the MAC JV Girls Basketball championship game. The girls currently have 16 wins and 2 losses on the season. Please support them for their hard work this season as they aim to advance to one final game. The team is asking all spectators to wear white.
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Hello, Afton Community! Afton Elementary Family Fun Night is tonight from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!
![Afton Academic Family Fun Night Event Schedule 12 Feb 2025 5:00-7:00 PM Room 205 Impact of Reading Room 136 Fab Lab Introduction (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 203 Author Talk - Lucas Nichols (5:00-5:20) (5:30-5:50) (6:00-6:20) (6:30-6:50) Room 204 Publishing Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Library DEAR Time (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 226 Craft Time (5:10-5:50)(6:00-6:40) Room 210 Shopping Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 207 Math Jeopardy (5:00-5:30)(5:30-6:00)(6:00-6:30)(6:30-7:00) Cafeteria P.S. I Love You and Board Games (5:00-7:00 pm)](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13691599/large_Playful_Illustrative_Event_Schedule_Flyer.png)
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![About Us Impact of Reading Join Mr. Beames as he dives into the exciting world of reading and shares how YOU can be part of our awesome Reading Ice Cream Party! Don’t miss out on this fun opportunity to learn, read, and indulge in some sweet rewards! Fab Lab Introduction Come on down and join Mr. Hunter and the students as they unveil our brand-new Fab Lab! Get hands-on and discover how to use all the amazing tools, while having a blast in the process! Don’t miss out on the fun! Author Talk - Don’t Miss out on Lucas Nichols, an Afton graduate, shares the inspiring story behind his 2022 book! We’re the Wastelanders— written while he was still in college! He’ll reveal how he got started and show you how YOU can make your own writing dreams come true! Math Fun Get ready for some hands-on fun with Mrs. Andrews and a variety of exciting math challenges! Are you up for the challenge? Come test your skills and discover the fun side of math! Math Jeapardy! Get ready for some friendly competition as families go head-to head with age appropriate questions! Think you’ve got what it takes to win? Let the games begin! Publishing room - Join Mrs. Lucchese for an opportunity to write and illustrate your very own short story! We’ll be sending them off to get published, so get ready— you could become a published author! Craft time Join Mrs. Sabol and Ms. Waffle for a fun filled read aloud session, followed by a creative craft with your child! Enjoy a great story and make something special together its the perfect way to spark imagination and creativity.! Fab Lab Introduction Come on down and join Mr. Hunter and the students as they unveil our brand-new Fab Lab! Get hands-on and discover how to use all the amazing tools, while having a blast in the process! Don’t miss out on the fun! Afton Academic Family Fun Night Event Schedule 12 Feb 2025 5:00-7:00 PM Room 205 Impact of Reading Room 136 Fab Lab Introduction (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 203 Author Talk - Lucas Nichols (5:00-5:20) (5:30-5:50) (6:00-6:20) (6:30-6:50) Room 204 Publishing Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Library DEAR Time (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 226 Craft Time (5:10-5:50)(6:00-6:40) Room 210 Shopping Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 207 Math Jeopardy (5:00-5:30)(5:30-6:00)(6:00-6:30)(6:30-7:00) Cafeteria P.S. I Love You and Board Games (5:00-7:00 pm) What is P.S. I love you? P.S. I love you Day is held every second Friday of February, making our next celebration on February 14, 2025. On this day we ask everyone to wear purple to stand up against bullying help end depression, and ultimately prevent suicide. We hope that on this day you walk around your community, school, or work office and see a sea of purple. We hope that you hear nothing but positive messages that make you feel special, loved, and remind you, that you are never alone. 2025 Theme: A brighter tomorrow begins today.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13691598/large_2.png)
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Hello, Afton Community!
There is an upcoming blood drive on Wednesday, February 19th, at the Afton United Methodist Church at 34 Spring Street, Afton NY, 13730 from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. You can make an appointment at https://www.redcrossblood.org/.
![American Red Cross Give from the heart. Donate Blood and help save lives. Blood Drive Afton United Methodist Church. Church Hall/Banquet Room 34 Spring Street Afton NY, 13730 Wednesday February 19th, 2024 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Start a 2025 tradition & bring a friend to donate with you. BE Heroes. Please consider giving Red power cell donation if you are o-, o+, A- or B-. Make an appointment to give blood now! Visit Red cross blood drive.org. Download the blood donor app. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Create a flurry of hope. Come give blood January 27th to February 28th for a $15 e gift card rcblood.org/flurry.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13686167/large_Screen_Shot_2025-02-11_at_7.27.23_PM.png)
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Afton Central School District is proud to recognize Makenna Schultz (Junior) and Lilly Bagg (Senior) for their selection as members of the Elite 11, a prestigious roster of our best Field Hockey players from the coverage areas of the Binghamton Press & Sun Bulletin, Elmira Star-Gazette, Ithaca Journal, and Corning Leader. Selections were determined by coaches in New York State's section IV Athletic Conference voting on players with great skill and outstanding work during the 2024 Field Hockey Season. Great job, Mackenna and Lilly!!!
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Hello, Afton Community!
Our Middle/High School students are celebrating Spirit Week this week! The themes are below.
![Monday Show your love for Comfort wear comfy clothes, Tuesday Dress to impress wear dressy clothes. Wednesday We love pink THursday Show your love for your favorite sport team Friday PS I love you Day! Spread Kindness reduce bullying and promote mental health awareness. Wear something purple!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13653254/large_Feb2025__1_.png)
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Hello, Afton Community!
Afton Elementary Family Fun Night is this Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. There are several fun activities for all ages including a book talk from Afton alumni, Lucas Nichols! We hope to see you there!
![Afton Academic Family Fun Night Event Schedule 12 Feb 2025 5:00-7:00 PM Room 205 Impact of Reading Room 136 Fab Lab Introduction (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 203 Author Talk - Lucas Nichols (5:00-5:20) (5:30-5:50) (6:00-6:20) (6:30-6:50) Room 204 Publishing Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Library DEAR Time (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 226 Craft Time (5:10-5:50)(6:00-6:40) Room 210 Shopping Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 207 Math Jeopardy (5:00-5:30)(5:30-6:00)(6:00-6:30)(6:30-7:00) Cafeteria P.S. I Love You and Board Games (5:00-7:00 pm)](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13641841/large_Playful_Illustrative_Event_Schedule_Flyer.jpg)
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![About Us Impact of Reading Join Mr. Beames as he dives into the exciting world of reading and shares how YOU can be part of our awesome Reading Ice Cream Party! Don’t miss out on this fun opportunity to learn, read, and indulge in some sweet rewards! Fab Lab Introduction Come on down and join Mr. Hunter and the students as they unveil our brand-new Fab Lab! Get hands-on and discover how to use all the amazing tools, while having a blast in the process! Don’t miss out on the fun! Author Talk - Don’t Miss out on Lucas Nichols, an Afton graduate, shares the inspiring story behind his 2022 book! We’re the Wastelanders— written while he was still in college! He’ll reveal how he got started and show you how YOU can make your own writing dreams come true! Math Fun Get ready for some hands-on fun with Mrs. Andrews and a variety of exciting math challenges! Are you up for the challenge? Come test your skills and discover the fun side of math! Math Jeapardy! Get ready for some friendly competition as families go head-to head with age appropriate questions! Think you’ve got what it takes to win? Let the games begin! Publishing room - Join Mrs. Lucchese for an opportunity to write and illustrate your very own short story! We’ll be sending them off to get published, so get ready— you could become a published author! Craft time Join Mrs. Sabol and Ms. Waffle for a fun filled read aloud session, followed by a creative craft with your child! Enjoy a great story and make something special together its the perfect way to spark imagination and creativity.! Fab Lab Introduction Come on down and join Mr. Hunter and the students as they unveil our brand-new Fab Lab! Get hands-on and discover how to use all the amazing tools, while having a blast in the process! Don’t miss out on the fun! Afton Academic Family Fun Night Event Schedule 12 Feb 2025 5:00-7:00 PM Room 205 Impact of Reading Room 136 Fab Lab Introduction (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 203 Author Talk - Lucas Nichols (5:00-5:20) (5:30-5:50) (6:00-6:20) (6:30-6:50) Room 204 Publishing Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Library DEAR Time (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 226 Craft Time (5:10-5:50)(6:00-6:40) Room 210 Shopping Room (5:00-7:00 pm) Room 207 Math Jeopardy (5:00-5:30)(5:30-6:00)(6:00-6:30)(6:30-7:00) Cafeteria P.S. I Love You and Board Games (5:00-7:00 pm) What is P.S. I love you? P.S. I love you Day is held every second Friday of February, making our next celebration on February 14, 2025. On this day we ask everyone to wear purple to stand up against bullying help end depression, and ultimately prevent suicide. We hope that on this day you walk around your community, school, or work office and see a sea of purple. We hope that you hear nothing but positive messages that make you feel special, loved, and remind you, that you are never alone. 2025 Theme: A brighter tomorrow begins today.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13641843/large_2.png)
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Hello, Afton Community!
Please review this important updated related to the recent cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool. You can view a pdf version of the document here: https://5il.co/37eh0
![February 10, 2025 AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Crimson Knights District Office (607) 639-8229 • FAX (607) 639-1801 Business Office (607) 639-8245 • FAX (607) 639-1801 Elementary Office (607) 639-8234 • FAX (607) 639-8257 MS/HS Office (607) 639-8201 • FAX (607) 639-8257 Health Office (607) 639-8212 • FAX (607) 639-8211 29 Academy Street • PO Box 5 • Afton, New York, 13730-0005 Dear Afton Parents and Guardians, We are writing to update you regarding the recent cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool, the software vendor that provides our Student Information System (SIS). The types of information involved in this incident included one or more of the following: the individual’s name, contact information, date of birth, limited medical alert information, and other related information. At this time, we do not have evidence that the individual’s Social Security number was involved. As previously mentioned, PowerSchool has engaged Experian, a trusted credit reporting agency, to provide two years of complimentary identity protection to current and former students and educators that had information exfiltrated from PowerSchool SIS. For adult students and educators, this offer will also include two years of complimentary credit monitoring services. If you are interested in enrolling, please sign up via https://www.experianidworks.com/plus using the following code: CEBP456TRK (if the individual is a minor) or CTYU949PRK (if the individual is an adult). Ensure that you enroll by May 30, 2025 (Your code will not work after this date at 5:59 UTC) You are encouraged to remain vigilant against incidents of identity theft and fraud by reviewing account statements for suspicious activity. PowerSchool will never contact you by phone or email to request your personal or account information. You may also visit PowerSchool’s website to learn how to activate the offering from Experian and “General Information About Identity Theft Protection”: http://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/notice-of-united-states-data- breach/. If you have any questions or concerns about enrolling, please call 833-918-9464, Monday through Friday, 9:00am through 9:00pm ET (excluding major US holidays). Please be prepared to provide the engagement number (B138812 or B138813.) Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please email Stacy Huyck, Afton Central School District, Data Protection Officer, at shuyck@aftoncsd.org. Sincerely, Terry Terrance P. Dougherty, Ph.D. Interim Superintendent Afton CSD](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/13639623/large_Identity_Theft_Protection-Community.png)
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Afton CSD: Reminder - There will be a FREE Community Movie Night tonight (2/7) at Afton Middle/High School in auditorium starting at 6 pm. The movie is The Wild Robot rated PG. Paid concessions will be available to support the 6th grade class. We hope to see you there!
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Our Afton/Harpursville bowling team just had their senior night matchup! Congratulations to our Afton seniors, Julian Hosier, Grace Sabol, Tristan Pike, and Dominic Westbrook. The boys team won ( 3-1) and the girls team was defeated (4-0). The team bowled a high team series scoring 2446 with Brayden Barton leading way with a 583 series and Nick Farnham scoring 220. Nice job, Team!
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The Afton Central School District is closed today, Thursday, February 6th. All after school activities are cancelled including the Board of Education meeting.
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Hello, Afton Central School Community,
The Afton Central School Board of Education is opening the search for Superintendent of Schools. As part of the process, we ask you to fill out this survey on what the top 5 attributes you would like the next superintendent to have. Your participation and opinion is important to us. This survey is intended only for school district residents, students, and school district employees. Thank you for taking the time to fill out the survey, your participation is appreciated. The survey will close on February 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Here is the community characteristics survey link: https://forms.gle/1RwWJbTXoa5Gx5Kg7
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The JV girls defeated Greene 51-41 on Tuesday in their last game of the regular season. Appalonia Bushaw led the Knights in scoring with 11 points, and Rylee Rupakus added 10. Megan Racine had a team-high 10 rebounds, and McKenna Ross led with 4 assists. The Knights hit four three-pointers in the win: Misty Bushaw (2), Rylee Rupakus (1), and Appalonia Bushaw (1).
With this win, the girls clinched one of the top 4 spots in the MAC league and will play in the league semifinals next week. The day and time of this semifinal game is TBD, but it will be a home game. Great job, team!
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Hello, Afton Community! The sixth-grade class of 2031 will be hosting a Movie Night: Wild Robot and there will be a Basket Raffle on Friday, February 7th at 6:00 p.m.! The movie night is free for the community and concessions are available for purchase. Tickets are on sale for the basket raffle. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Tickets will also be on sale at the movie and winners will be chosen during intermission of Wild Robot. Contact Jessica Wheeler with questions or ticket sales!
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Hello, Afton Community!
Check out our most recent elementary newsletter on our website!
https://www.aftoncsd.org/o/acsd/page/elementary-newsletters
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Hello, Afton Community! The girls JV basketball team has an important home game tonight against Greene at 5:30 p.m. If they win, they will finish 2nd in the MAC out of 11 teams and advance to the MAC league semi-finals with the opportunity to compete for a league championship! The varsity boys also play Greene tonight at home at 7:00 p.m. Both teams would really appreciate your support tonight! We hope to see you there!
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Afton middle schoolers, Khloe Wayman (8th grade) and Roman Lucchese (6th grade) participated in the Regional Spelling Bee at SUNY Oneonta. Roman Lucchese placed 5th out of 28 contestants. Way to go!
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Hello, Afton Community!
This month's Teacher Spotlight features Mr. Bill Hunter! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/TWSKfO2Uf44
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Hello, Afton Community! You still have time to support the Afton Central School Drama Club! Between January 26th and February 1st, ten percent of the sales at the Vestal Five Below (located on the Vestal Parkway) will be donated to the Drama Club! Please share with friends and family! Thank you for your support!
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Happy New York Thursday!
We are so thankful for our community partners who help provide these nourishing meals to our students!
![New York Thursdays January 30th Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese Butternut squash - headwater via Ginsberg's foods Ontario NY Cheese - Great Lakes - Adams NY Shells -Sfoglini via FGinsberg's foods Coxsackie NY BReadstick Steamed Peas Headwater via Ginsberg's Foods Ontario NY Apple Slices Ginsberg's Foods Hudson NY Milk Upstate Farms NYS Our Next NY Thursday is February 6th](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/afton_central_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/12794019/large_Afton_January_30th_NY_Thursday_Poster_75.png)