🇺🇸 TOMORROW: Wear Your Red, White and Blue!


The Afton Central School District Student Government encourages all students and staff to wear red, white and blue tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 10, in honor of Veterans Day.

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about 13 hours ago, Afton Central School District
Poster with a red figure, stars, blue ribbon, and "Veterans Day" text. It says, "Honoring All Who Served."
🏀 Modified Basketball Games Begin This Week!


Afton will host the first modified girls basketball game TOMORROW, Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 4:30 p.m. vs. Harpursville for the 8th grade team.

On Friday, Afton's 7th grade and 8th grade boys teams will each host a game at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., respectively, in the upstairs gym. For Friday's games, we ask all guests to please enter on the Sand Street side of the building.

Let's go, Crimson Knights!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
about 14 hours ago, Afton Central School District
Red background with white text. It reads "Modified Basketball Home Games: Girls on Tuesday, Boys on Friday!" and includes a logo.

🗓️ Parent Information Meeting for BGAH Indoor Track


The BGAH Indoor Track Parent Information Meeting will be held TOMORROW, Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m. at Bainbridge.

Please plan attending if you have a student participating in Indoor Track this year. We will be covering scheduling, team rules and procedures, as well as overall team goals and expectations for the upcoming winter season.

#AftonCSD #BGAHBears

about 15 hours ago, Afton Central School District
A white background displays a logo with text "2026-2027 BGAH Indoor Track and Field" and "Continuing a Tradition of Excellence" with a red and blue bear emblem.
Our 5th graders have been studying human rights and the UDHR (Universal Declaration of Human Rights) in their ELA and Social Studies classes.

To show why this is important, the students traveled to Scranton, Pennsylvania, to see the working conditions of some Americans prior to these rights.

They learned that children as young as 8 years old were working dangerous jobs in the mines for pennies per day! In addition, students learned about the importance of coal and its role in the development of the nation and the Industrial Revolution.

The field trip was capped off by a fun lunch at McDonald's before returning to Afton!

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about 16 hours ago, Afton Central School District
Students in hard hats sit inside a yellow vehicle; two look ahead, one looks back.
Several children and an adult wear hard hats as they sit inside a vehicle.
Students and adults in hard hats seated in a vehicle; a child wears a necklace.
Students and adults in white helmets stand in a tunnel; a person wearing a green jacket speaks.
Several people wearing hard hats gathered around a man in a yellow jacket who points at a rock.
Group of people in hard hats inside a tunnel with rock walls and lights on the ceiling.
A group of people in helmets and jackets stand in a cave-like setting, likely during a guided tour.
Group of people in helmets inside a mine, standing in front of a sign that says 250 feet to surface.
A group of students in hard hats stand and sit inside a narrow cave with rock walls.
Six children pose in a parking lot in front of a McDonald's. Two children are crouched.
Our 2nd grade Crimson Knights have officially wrapped up their communities unit!

Throughout this unit, the 2nd graders learned about different types of communities, the people who make up a community and how families and community helpers work together.

To wrap up their learning, students worked together as a class to create their very own community, complete with different buildings and places that make a community special!

We are so proud of all the creativity, teamwork and learning that went into this project!

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about 19 hours ago, Afton Central School District
Small buildings in various colors, placed on a table, with a transparent box in front of them.
Long colorful train on desk. Behind it are two pictures of elephants and a gorilla.
A boy in a black T-shirt writes on a paper using a red marker at a desk.
Two girls seated on chairs, one smiling, at a table with papers and pens in a classroom.
Two boys sitting at a desk with scissors and art supplies. One is holding scissors and the other is coloring.
Display of colorful building-shaped art pieces on a floor, with elephant and gorilla images in the background.
Three children seated at desks in a classroom, one girl stands holding paper, two boys look at drawings.
Children sit on a black carpet, writing on papers, and playing with coins. Two children wear jackets, and one wears a dress.
There will be a Community Cupboard Mobile Food Pantry, powered by Chobani, on Monday, Nov. 9, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Afton CSD visitor parking lot.

The pantry will run on the second Monday of each month unless they cancel it.

All are welcome to come through the line for food.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Cat Reeder at creeder@aftoncsd.org.

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
1 day ago, Afton Central School District
White poster with red text. Logos of Community Cupboard and Mobile Food Pantry. Dates November 9-13. Locations listed with addresses.
🏆 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS ALERT 🏆


Your BGAH varsity girls cross country team is once again Section IV Class C Champions for the third time in five years and will be moving on to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) State Meet in Queensbury next Saturday, Nov. 14!

Led by Carly LeVergne's sixth-place overall finish, followed by Laeni Baldwin, Jaylin Winans, Elzie John, Myahlee Palmer, Gabby Gross, Macey LaFever, Ruth Wilson and Marissa Mayo, the girls won a hard-fought battle against Chenango Forks, Chenango Valley, Owego and the rest of Class C, 13 teams in all.

Your BGAH varsity boys cross country team followed that up with a second-place finish of their own Class C race!

The boys were led by Owen Degan's third-place overall finish, which qualifies him individually for NYSPHSAA State Meet as well. Sean Fowler, Ethan Beardslee, Rowan Beasinger, Jackari Garipoli, My'kel George and Caleb Robertson rounded out the top seven.

This is the boys second runner-up finish in a row, and they look to compete for the top spot next year returning five of our top seven runners.

Congratulations to both teams on another amazing season!

#AftonCSD #BGAHBears #CrossCountry
4 days ago, Afton Central School District
Group of students and adults standing on a field with trees in the background, some wearing medals.
On Wednesday, eight of our Afton Crimson Knight juniors attended the Catskill Area School Study Council conference on Student Leadership.

Our group worked on leadership development activities in the morning, then worked collaboratively to develop a student-led plan/program to improve their school.

Students will return for another two sessions to further develop a plan to implement this program their senior year.

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4 days ago, Afton Central School District
Several people in a room with chairs and tables. Two people are looking at something on the floor.
Two girls in a room with green walls. One has red hair and is smiling; the other has blonde hair and is looking at a cellphone.
Two girls, one wearing glasses, smile and pose in a busy hallway with ceiling lights.
Three students in jeans and long-sleeve tops pose for photo in a room with a round ceiling.
Group of people sitting around a table, two standing, in a room with a projector screen.
Several students seated in a circle around a table in a room with a projector screen in the background.
🇺🇸 Wear Your Red, White and Blue!


The Afton Central School District Student Government encourages all students and staff to wear red, white and blue on Tuesday, Nov. 10, in honor of Veterans Day.

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
5 days ago, Afton Central School District
Red figure in silhouette, head bowed, hands clasped behind back. "Veterans Day" and date "11.11.2026" on beige background.
💃 TOMORROW: Middle School Fall Dance! 🕺


The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.)!

There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!

Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
5 days ago, Afton Central School District
Green poster with white text and orange stars. "Ms. Fall Dance" in white. Date, time, and location listed. Admission fee noted. Raffles, games, music by DJ Kober.
Several Afton Elementary School students were rewarded with fall stuffies, given out by random draw, if they chose to eat breakfast in the month of October!

Breakfast is such an important start to our day, and the elementary students can look forward to more giveaways for fueling their day with a school breakfast!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
5 days ago, Afton Central School District
Group of children holding orange puppets, some wearing hats, seated and standing in a room.
Building Leaders. Strengthening Connections. Creating a BRAVE Community!


Today marked Week 6 and the final session of our BRAVE Youth Leadership System with Josiah “Jo” McKeon from Sweethearts and Heroes!

Over the past six weeks, 16 student leaders from our 9th and 10th grade classes have worked alongside Jo, developing the skills and confidence to build connections, strengthen our school community and make a difference while working with our 2nd grade students.

For today's final session, Jo began with one last lesson for our high school student leaders before they headed over to the Elementary School to reunite with their buddies from Ms. Hardler's and Ms. Doing's 2nd grade classrooms.

The groups kicked things off with fun activities and games before getting to work rehearsing another round of bully drills. Each group then presented its scenario in front of the class, demonstrating important lessons about recognizing and preventing bullying. After each presentation, students had the opportunity to "rewind the tape," discussing what bullying behaviors they witnessed, what they learned and how they could prevent similar situations from happening.

There were plenty of smiles, teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the session as students learned from one another and had fun putting their lessons into practice!

These experiences are about so much more than practicing a skill. By bringing students together across grade levels, we are building meaningful relationships, developing student leaders and creating a stronger sense of belonging throughout our school community.

While today marked the conclusion of our six-week program with Jo, the learning doesn't stop here! Our 9th and 10th grade student leaders are encouraged to continue visiting other elementary grade levels throughout the school year, sharing what they've learned and carrying the BRAVE program forward.

We are incredibly proud of the leadership, enthusiasm and care our students have demonstrated throughout this experience as we continue working toward our vision of a pre-K through 12th grade community of collaboration for students and staff.

A big thank you to Jo McKeon and Sweethearts and Heroes for helping our Crimson Knights learn what it means to lead with courage, kindness and compassion!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
6 days ago, Afton Central School District
A woman leads a classroom activity with students around a bulletin board showing numbers and patterns.
Three children in a classroom, one kneeling on the floor with a hula hoop, another standing with a hula hoop, and a girl holding one.
Three girls seated around a table, one wearing a blue cape, another wearing a pink shirt, and the third in a purple sweater.
A group of children in a classroom; one girl holds long red and yellow sticks.
Three children in a hallway; girl in middle holds paper, boy looks at her, girl on left watches.
A teacher speaks with two young students in a classroom. One student wears a yellow cape.
Three boys and a woman sit around a table in a classroom. One boy claps with a clapper board.
Three children in a classroom, one playing a game on a computer, another standing and another gesturing towards the screen.
Teacher in black T-shirt with message standing in front of students seated at desks.
A man stands in front of a group of children in a classroom, holding a clapperboard.
📚 Guest Readers Bring Stories to Life at Afton Elementary!


We welcomed another round of guest readers to our pre-K through 5th grade classrooms at Afton Elementary School this morning!

Various Afton staff members and parents volunteered their time to visit an assigned classroom and share a story with our students, providing a fun and engaging way to kick-start our Wednesday.

Here are just a few snapshots from this morning's visits, including:
📖 Director of Special Education Tracy Caezza reading to Ms. Waffle's 4th grade class.
📖 Student Service Typist Ronal Noone reading to Ms. Hardler's 2nd grade class.
📖 Parent Shannon Stiner reading to Mr. Kober's kindergarten class.

A big thank you to all of our staff members and parents who took the time to share a story and make reading extra special for our elementary students!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
6 days ago, Afton Central School District
Teacher reads book to small group of children sitting in a circle on classroom floor.
A teacher reads a book to young students sitting on a colorful rug while a classroom board with pictures and text is in the background.
A woman sits cross-legged on a multi-colored floor mat, holding a book. Several children sit around her, listening.
Woman reading book to seated students; shelves, baskets, and storage bins in background.
An adult sits on a floor surrounded by students; one child has a raised hand.
Group of children sitting on floor in circle, one adult reading a book to them.
A woman holds a book and speaks to a group of children sitting in a circle.
Woman sitting in front of children reading a book, word "Harder" on wall behind her.
Woman reading to children sitting in circle on rug in front of TV mounted on wall.
Woman reading to students sitting on floor in classroom; letters on wall behind them spell 'Learn'.
🏀 Afton Girls Tip-Off Tournament


Mark your calendars for the Afton Girls Tip-Off Tournament, kicking off one month from today, Dec. 4 and 5, in the main gym at Afton Central School District!

📆 Friday, Dec. 4
🏀 Worcester vs. Cincinnatus at 5:30 p.m.
🏀 Otselic Valley vs. Afton at 7:15 p.m.

📆 Saturday, Dec. 5
🏀 Consolation Game at 9 a.m.
🏀 Championship Game at 11 a.m.

🎟️ $5/spectator per day (students and children free!)
🍿 Concessions will be available!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
6 days ago, Afton Central School District
Tournament poster with games, times, and admission fees for a sporting event.
A little lunchtime fun at Afton!


Today, our Crimson Knights enjoyed some time to relax, catch up with friends and make the most of the warm November weather!

Superintendent Annette Hammond and Middle/High School Principal Joel Carle stopped by the Middle School lunch to chat with students, while others took the opportunity to snap some pictures with their friends. Outside, students enjoyed the warm temperatures with a little friendly competition, kicking soccer balls and tossing around footballs.

Just a few snapshots of the everyday moments that make our school community special!

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7 days ago, Afton Central School District
Three girls smile at camera in a classroom. Background includes a table, chairs, and a door.
Students and staff in a brightly lit cafeteria with tiled walls, gathered around tables and conversing.
A man in a suit and red tie stands smiling at others seated at a cafeteria table.
People play with a ball on a grassy field, some in hats, with trees and buildings in the background.
Several children play on a green field; others stand on a walkway in front of a school building.
Students outside, some playing on grass and others near a building, one adult watches from a sidewalk.
Two girls pose for photo; one in colorful jacket and red hair, other in purple shirt. Background shows tables and colorful wall tiles.
A man in a suit gives a thumbs up while two women with backpacks converse. Behind them, a row of tables and chairs.
Girl in black dress stands with two people behind her. One person bends over. A sign reads "FALL".
Woman and boy stand in cafeteria, hands on chins. Several students sit at tables. Green sign on wall.
🏐 VOLLEYBALL SECTIONALS!


Good luck to Afton/Harpursville Volleyball tonight as the girls travel to Walton for a sectional game against Walton-Downsville at 6 p.m.!

#AftonCSD #AftonHarpursville #Volleyball
7 days ago, Afton Central School District
Blue and yellow graphic with a volleyball and mascots from two teams, with date, time, and location for a game.
💃 REMINDER: Middle School Fall Dance! 🕺


The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is coming up this Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.).

There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!

Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
7 days ago, Afton Central School District
Dark green background with white text and stars. Banner reads "MS FALL DANCE" with "Hosted by MS Student Government".
🎭✨ TONIGHT: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE! ✨🎭


📸 Here's a sneak preview of the entertainment you'll be able to enjoy this evening as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!

From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶

📅 TONIGHT! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.

We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tonight!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
7 days ago, Afton Central School District
A person on stage holds a microphone in front of a backdrop of an outdoor landscape.
Person sits on stool on stage, playing small guitar, with large projected image of rainbow and landscape behind.
Person holding a microphone and singing, standing in front of a large screen displaying a sunset.
Four people dance in front of a large projection of a sunset. One wears a plaid coat.
Person standing on stage with microphone, speaking. Projection of landscape with waterfall behind them.
Person in casual clothes on stage with a microphone, speaking into it, with a large screen behind them.
Two women stand on a stage holding microphones, performing. A drum set and other instruments are in the background.
SUNY Broome is excited to be partnering with Afton Central School District in offering the College Express program to all graduating seniors.

Through the College Express partnership, all Afton seniors were offered acceptance to SUNY Broome for the fall 2027 semester. This direct admissions program helps students get through the enrollment process easily in collaboration with the school district.

This program provides resources beyond SUNY Broome to learn more about Financial Aid, Opportunity Programs and College Success. No matter what plans a student has after graduation, this program offers access now and in the future.

This program is part of SUNY Broome's effort to strengthen the community and to show all students there is a place for them at SUNY Broome if they are interested.

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights #CollegeExpress
8 days ago, Afton Central School District
A group of students holding signs on stage in a school auditorium with red curtains in the background.
Group of students standing on stage, holding white signs with black writing, and wearing winter clothes.
🎭✨ TOMORROW: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE! ✨🎭


Get ready for an evening of entertainment as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!

From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶

📅 TOMORROW! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.

We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tomorrow!

#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
8 days ago, Afton Central School District
Theater poster with spotlights, stage curtains, masks, instruments, and text: "All the World's a Stage".