Afton Central School District

Mrs. DeYoung's math student are working on place value using Christmas decorations! Keep up the great work!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Afton Students using Christmas decorations as manipulatives

Afton students using Christmas decorations as math manipulatives

Hello, Afton Community! Happy New York Thursday! We are so thankful for the local farms and our outstanding cafeteria staff who contribute to producing high-quality meals for our students!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

New York Thursday December 12th Chicken and Vegetable Lo Mein Diced Chicken - Morning Star Poultry (Fort Plain, NY) Cabbage - Catskill Cattle Company (Deposit, NY), Garlic - East Brook Community Farm via Catskills Agraian Alliance (Walton, NY) Greenbeans Headwater via Ginsberg's Foods (Ontario, NY) Apple Behlog Son & Produce (Conklin, NY) Milk (Upstate Farm (NYS) Our Next NY Thursday is January 16th.

BGAH fell to Deposit – Hancock last night 52-24 in a MAC dual. Winning for the Bears were Colton Hulburt, Frankie Parsons, Chris Moyer, and Elliott Briggs

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Hello, Afton Community! The Afton Central School District voters have overwhelmingly approved the capital project. The vote passes by margin of 132-39! The Afton Central School District and Board of Education thank the community for voting! More information can be found here: https://5il.co/32xg3

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT VOTERS OVERWHELMINGLY APPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT Vote passes by margin of 132-39 $12 million plan to improve infrastructure, safety, and functionality, upgrade school facilities for optimized learning experiences, and enhance facilities to support co-curricular activities Capital project comes with no additional tax impact to school community Board and District thank the community for voting! Afton- The Afton Central School District thanks residents for their overwhelming support during the Capital Project vote on Tuesday at the middle school/high school. The $12M capital project passed by a margin of 132-39. “The results of our Capital Project vote demonstrate the strong support this community has for the students and staff at Afton,” said Jim Parkinson, Board of Education President. “This project addresses critical needs and ensures our facilities meet the highest standards for safety, learning and growth.” The project, which comes with no additional tax impact to the school community, will address the following: • Infrastructure, safety, and functionality improvements, accessibility enhancements, upgraded utility systems, building restoration, and transportation facilities optimization • Expanded space and functionality for Agriculture CTE programs, a new STEAM Fab Lab, and a reimagined multimedia library for collaborative learning. • Quality and accessibility improvements to co-curricular and athletic facilities, enhanced gym environments, upgraded pool locker rooms, and ADA compliance for community engagement and safety. “Thank you to the voters who recognized the importance of this investment in our schools and our students’ future,” said Afton Interim Superintendent Terry Dougherty. “Your support will help create a safer, more modern learning environment for every student.” The project is scheduled to begin in late June of 2026 and will be completed in phases to prioritize key initiatives and to minimize interruptions to the learning environment.

On Saturday, many Afton students and employees had a fantastic time making ornaments. Thank you to everyone who was involved in this engaging community event!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Congrats to the JV girls on their 52-19 win over Franklin on Tuesday. Appalonia Bushaw led the Knights in scoring with 14 points. Megan Racine led with 11 rebounds, 8 steals, and 3 blocks. This was another team win as every player on the roster scored. The Knights play again on Thursday in Afton at 5:30pm.

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Opposing player attempting to steal the ball

Afton player in action and in possession

Hello, Afton Community! Spirit Week for the middle/high school is the week of December 16th. Below are the spirit week themes!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Monday 12/16/24 - T’was the Night before Christmas Wear your holiday PJ’s Tuesday 12/17/24 - Holiday Character Day Dress as your favorite holiday character Wednesday - 12/18/24 Holiday Happiness Wear your festive sweaters, socks, headbands, hats and more Thursday 12/19/24 - Candy Cane Day Wear red and white and/ or stripes Friday 12/20/24 - Grinch Day Wear something green or grinch-y or dress like your favorite Who from Whoville

Hello, Afton Community! Spirit Week is coming up and will run from Monday 12/16 to Friday 12/20! This is the elementary spirit week schedule!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Monday 12/16 -Grinch Day Wear something green or grinchy or dress like your favorite who from whoville. uesday 12/17 - Snowman Day Bundle up like a snowman. Hats and scarves. Wednesday 12/18 - Holiday Happiness Day Break out your festive sweaters, socks, headbands, hats and more. Thursday 12/19 - Candy Cane Day Wear red and white and/ or stripes Friday 12/20 - Pajama Day Get Cozy in your jammies as we get ready for the holidays.

Hello, Afton Community! Tomorrow, from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. is when our community stakeholders will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed capital project. We encourage everyone who is able to vote. For more information about the proposed Crimson Renaissance capital project, please visit our Crimson Renaissance page. https://www.aftoncsd.org/o/acsd/page/capital-project

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Hello, Afton Community! The Afton Village Christmas Parade is today! Check out the exciting schedule to see all the fun family activities! Our students will be participating in the parade at 5:30 tonight! We hope to see you there!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

A Dickens Christmas Afton Village Christmas Parade and Activities Saturday December 7 2024 8 am -8 pm

A Dickens Christmas Afton Village Christmas Parade & Activities Saturday December 7th 2024 Main Street Afton New York 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Festivities Food and Fun for the Entire Family! HAve Fun and Dress Up like People from A Christmas Carol 8-12 pm Pancake Breakfast with St. Nicholas & Mrs. Clause, VFW 1-3 Cookie decorating & Crafts VFW 1-3 PM Hop aboard the Polar Express, in front of the Afton Inn 2pm Meet n' Greet the Parade Horses, The River Club parking lot! 5:15 p.m. Pre-parade Entertainment Fun, Main Street, Afton Village 5:30 pm Parade Entry Line Up (entry forms available) 6:00 p.m. Parade Kick-off join the fun along Main Street sidewalks 7:00 p.m. Photos and Gifts St Nicholas & Mrs. Calus inside NBT Lobby Watch of the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who throughout the Day! T’s on the Go, Tammy Mills, Afton Resident, Food Truck for Burgers, Burritos, Stand in Selfi Photo Boards by Christopher Wright, The Afton Inn, “DIckens” Characters Scrooge, Tiny Tim & The Ghosts of Christmas: Past, Present, and to Come, This event is hosted by the Village of Afton and organized by a lively voluntary committee.

The JV girls won their first round game of the Fisher and Preston Tournament in Davenport on Thursday against Charlotte Valley, 57-39! Great job, Team! Rylee Rupakus led the team with 20 points, and App Bushaw scored 10. Ariana Florance had a team-high 9 rebounds. Misty Bushaw led with 4 assists. Rupakus also had a team-high 8 steals. This was a total team win as every player on the Afton roster scored. The girls head back to Davenport on Saturday to play for the championship at 2:00 p.m.

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Congratulations to our talented students who performed in our first annual Variety Show! We are so thankful for everyone who participated in the event. Thank you, Ms. Krause and Ms. O'Connor for organizing this production!

4 months ago, Afton Central School District

Afton music teachers playing instruments together

Afton teachers and students in a band together

Afton teacher and students in act together

Hello, Afton Community! The Afton Spotlight for honor society and class of 2030 is launching an exciting initiative to provide holiday babysitting services in the new gym on December 14th.

5 months ago, Afton Central School District

d HOLIDAY BABYSITTING Saturday, December 14, 2024 10AM- 2PM in the new gym $20 for the first child, $5 for each additional sibling. Have holiday shopping to do? Want to clean your house, go out with friends, take a nap or just enjoy a few hours child free? Let the Class of 2030 and National Honor Society watch the kids for you. We will have various activities and a snack provided. Email jwheeler@aftoncsd.org aklee@aftoncsd.org or vsmith@aftoncsd.org to reserve a spot or for more information. Your paragraph text Class Advisors: Mrs, Smith, Mrs. Klee and Ms. Wheeler will be in attendance and watching all kids.. Please note children must be 4 and up to attend. Thank you!

Hello, Afton Community! We are so proud of our students for their performance in the Winter Concert last night! Great job, Students!

5 months ago, Afton Central School District

The Variety Show is tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the MS/HS auditorium. Admission is free, donations are appreciated. We hope to see you there!

5 months ago, Afton Central School District

Join us for the 1st Annual Rescheduled Afton Variety Show Wednesday December 4th t, 2024, 6:00 PM in the auditorium Admission is free, donations are appreciated. Acts include: singing, acting, instrument playing, dancing, and more! All acts will be familiar favorites from Disney! There will be refereshments available during intermission Hosted by the Afton MSHS Drama Club Dream Believe Dare Do

Hello, Afton Community! Spirit Week is coming up and will run from Monday 12/16 to Friday 12/20! This is the middle/high school spirit week schedule!

5 months ago, Afton Central School District

Hello, Afton Community! We have exciting news about the Crimson Renaissance Capital Project! Check out our latest newsletter here: https://5il.co/326ue We have a public hearing tonight in the School Board Room at 7:00 p.m. The vote for the capital project is held on December 10th. For more information, please visit the Crimson Renaissance page. https://www.aftoncsd.org/o/acsd/page/capital-project

5 months ago, Afton Central School District

Afton Elementary students enjoyed Math Jeopardy games. We are so proud of all their hard work. Great job, Students! We are so thankful for everyone who worked so hard at putting together this great event for our students!

5 months ago, Afton Central School District