News & Updates

The AHS Cross Country team is hosting their 13th-annual running development camp during the week of June 2-5! Runners of all ability are welcome, and Avon students entering grades 1 to 8 are invited.

Attention, boys entering grades K-8 this fall, it's time to register for Avon Youth Summer Soccer Camp. It's scheduled for July 8-11 and will take place at the Avon High School soccer fields.

If you're a student entering grades K-8 this fall, you can register to attend the Avon Softball Youth Mini Camp on June 10 and 11 at Avon High School.

Tuesday, April 22, is National Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Be sure to tell your bus driver, aide, or transportation department member how much you appreciate them!

he Avon Library Youth Services Department invites you to design a bookmark for our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Submit your design by May 16.

If your child will be in elementary or middle school in the 2025-26 school year you won't want to miss these special events from 6:00-7:30 pm on May 20 and 22.

In April, you nominated 27 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

Students entering grades k-8, you can fly high this summer with the AHS boys basketball coaching staff and players by registering to attend Avon Youth Boys Basketball Summer Camp.

Attention, parents of students who will return to Avon Schools for the 2025-26 school year. It is now time to complete returning student registration.

In March, you nominated 44 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

What are you doing this summer? If you're a student who is into STEM, and you'll enter grades 3-8 in the fall, our June 23-27 Summer STEM Camp is for you! Register ASAP!

On Monday, 33 members of the Cedar Elementary School Kindness Club visited the Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry, where they delivered food and birthday bags and worked to shelve donations collected at Maple and Hickory Elementary Schools.

On Thursday, March 13, more than a dozen young men — AHS juniors and seniors — boarded a minibus with Principal Matt Shockley so they could participate in Men IN Action Read.

Avon Community School Corporation is now accepting open enrollment. Learn more, watch a special message from Dr. Wyndham, and begin your application process.

Children entering grades 1-6 can get a summer experience that builds confidence and imagination through STEM learning at Camp Invention. Camp happens at Cedar from June 9-13.

Last week, with the help of their teachers, school administrators, fellow students, and Big O the Oriole mascot, Avon's 2nd- and 3rd-grade students got ready to rock the IREAD test.

We are excited to welcome our new kindergarten students when the new school year begin. In the meantime, sparents and guardians, please mark your calendars for kindergarten assessment nights, April 15 and May 15.

This summer camp, which is scheduled for June 9-13, is an excellent opportunity for students entering grades 1-8 to learn the fundamentals of musical theatre and experience all aspects of practicing, producing, and performing.

Students who will be entering grades 1-9 in the 2025-26 school year are eligible to register for Showstoppers Show Choir Camp. It's coming up from June 16-20 at AMS South.

In a mere five months all of our ongoing renovation and construction projects will be complete and ready to welcome students and educators.

In February, you nominated 50 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

Approximately 30 leaders from all corners of our community showed up for Dr. Wyndham's twice-per-semester Community & Business Leader Luncheon. The highlight was a visit from Cedar students.

Even though the 2025-26 school year is still several months away, registration for our community preschool is underway and kindergarten registration begins on March 1.

In January, you nominated 42 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

In December, you nominated 52 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

Town Council proclaimed that Friday, December 13, will be 'Black & Gold Day' in the Town of Avon in honor of the triumphant season just completed by the Avon Marching Black & Gold.

Bookmark this post and make it your home for coverage of Avon Marching Black & Gold's experience at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. See inside for broadcast info, daily video logs, links to media coverage, and more.

In November, you nominated nearly 70 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

ACSC's K-8 Principals and Assistant Principals have an important message to share as we finalize the redistricting project and anticipate the 2025-26 school year. You'll want to hear directly from them.

From time to time, winter weather may cause us to call for a delay, early dismissal, e-learning day, or even a closure. Here's how and when we make these important decisions and notify you.

In October, you nominated 53 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

Enrollment is now open for Indiana Learns. This is a free tutoring opportunity for Indiana students in grades 3-8 and it is offered in partnership with educators and schools across the state.

In a season during which everyone is searching for fall flavors, Beasley’s Orchard, located in Danville, has been providing fresh-picked apples for students in all 12 Avon schools.

In September, you nominated 83 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read what a few nominators wrote.

On September 12, 850 juniors descended upon the Town of Avon today for the 10th-annual AHS celebration of community involvement: Junior Day of Caring.

More than 1.3 million US juniors in about 21,000 high schools entered this year's National Merit Scholarship Program and seven AHS students earned a spot on the list of 16,000 Semifinalists.

Thanks to the valuable insights brought forward by dedicated ML teachers, Avon Education Foundation has provided funding to purchase multilingual reading materials for all Avon school libraries.

Avon is participating in a pilot program called ILEARN Checkpoints, an initiative by the IDOE designed to help students from Grades 3 to 8 in assessing their progress in key skills and concepts in English/Language Arts and Math.

The NOVA Run Club Fall Season is for any ACSC students in grades 1 through 6 to promote the sport of distance running in our community. The session runs from September 5 through October 10.

We are excited that we have been able to welcome 76 new certified staff and 105 new support staff members to our Avon Community School Corporation team this summer.

Avon Schools Bus Driver Shirley Brinkman is our 2024 Support Staff of the Year.

Stand up, speak out for Avon Schools by becoming an Oriole Advocate. Advocates promote student achievement and community engagement by lending a voice to students, teachers, and staff. Apply today!

River Birch Elementary Multilingual Teacher Sam Smith is Avon Community School Corporation's 2024 Teacher of the Year.

Washington Township Parks & Recreation is hiring Club Supervisors & Counselors for their Explorer Extended Care Program. Employees will work in all of the ACSC K-6 buildings for the 2024-2025 school year.

We have a great team in Avon Schools, but there's still room for you. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow, get meaningful experiences, access benefits, make a positive impact, or just earn a few extra dollars, you'll find openings here in Avon Schools.

Avon Education Foundation will help to send more than 1,100 Avon students back to school at this year's Supply it Forward event. You can help!

On July 31, Avon Schools is preparing to welcome approximately 700 kindergarten students to school for the first time. An influential team is already hard at work re-imagining what their first eight days in kindergarten will entail.

In the minutes leading up to 2024 Commencement, Avon Schools employees and their graduating sons and daughters took a moment to pose for a group photo.

In May, you nominated 67 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

A lot can happen over the course of a school year, especially in a school corporation like Avon Schools. We have compiled a list of some of the academic, artistic, athletic, and teacher/leader highlights that have happened since last July, and you can access them all on our website. 

Avon Schools district leaders, family, and friends gathered on May 13 to celebrate 24 employees who are retiring this year. In total, these individuals dedicated 552 years of service to Avon.

Avon Schools recently named three new principals and one new assistant principal. Each of these individuals will fill positions vacated by principals who have taken on new challenges.

The votes are in. Donnell Shrewsbury is our Teacher of the Year and Lori Griffin is our Support Staff of the Year.

At their May 6 meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees celebrated eight separate groups and individuals for their high achievement and academic growth.

In April, you nominated 54 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

In March, you nominated 78 individuals as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

Hundreds of incredible Avon teachers deserve our admiration, respect, and support every week of the year, and we're glad for the opportunity we have to demonstrate our appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10.

Thanks to our friends in the Danville Community School Corporation, Avon elementary students get to explore the outer reaches of space from the center of Hendricks County.

A group of a dozen young men from Avon High School gathered early Thursday morning with Principal Matt Shockley, district administrators, civic leaders, business owners, religious leaders, and hundreds of good neighbors from across the county to participate in Men IN Action READ.

AEF exists to support creativity, innovation, and excellence within Avon Schools. They recently awarded 21 Helping Hands Grants to Avon educators. Meet the recipients and find out how they plan to use their awards.

Students have a special opportunity to support innovation, creativity, and excellence in our classrooms by participating in Hats Off to AEF Day, Friday, March 8. Students who bring a $1 donation can wear a hat to school.

In February, you nominated 83 individuals as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

Avon’s kindergarten through sixth grade students have spoken. In August 2025, when AIS East and West open their doors as elementary schools, students will walk into Evergreen Elementary and Willow Elementary.

Each quarter, Cedar recognizes students in each class who demonstrate our three core values: Respectful, Responsible, and Safe

Congratulations to these students!

Avon will experience totality during the total solar eclipse on April 8. It's exciting to be in the path of such a rare event. Let's plan together so we can all enjoy it safely.

AEF's mission is to support creativity, innovation, and excellence within the Avon Community School Corporation. Join them by participating in the Major Saver Fundraiser.

In January, you nominated 37 individuals as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

We are extremely grateful for the dedication and commitment of our five school board members: President Kim Woodward, Vice President Anne Engelhardt, Secretary Sarah Parent, Cindy Simmons, and Jennifer Smith.

In December, you nominated 61 individuals and one team of instructional assistants as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

The Avon Town Council has declared Friday, December 15, Black and Gold Day in honor of Avon High School's 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award and the Avon Marching Black & Gold's fourth Bands of America Grand National Championship. Celebrate with us!

The Cedar Elementary staff hosted Family Game Night last week. Hundreds of students and parents enjoyed an evening of fun, games, educational activities, and BINGO.

In Avon Schools, it’s beginning to look — and sound — like the holiday season. Mark your calendars and join us at the band, orchestra, and choir performances listed here.

In recent days, AEF Executive Director Jayda Sommers and members of the AEF Board have been busy showing support to Avon educators by notifying ACSC several that they have been awarded Helping Hands Grants. Meet the fall '23 recipients.

In November, you nominated 53 individuals and one entire school staff as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

Each November, we dedicate an episode of the Orioles In-The-Know podcast to one simple question, “What are you grateful for?” During the e-learning day earlier this month, we spoke with River Birch Elementary, Avon Intermediate School West, Avon Middle School North, and Avon High School teachers, administrators, and support staff about what they're grateful for.

Join Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham in this special episode as he talks with Director Matt Harloff and Assistant Director Karl Hartman about Avon Marching Black & Gold's Bands of America Grand National Championship, the fourth in the AHS Band's illustrious history.

To all past and present members of the US Armed Forces, thank you for your service. Our schools have been awash in red, white, and blue this week as Veterans Day celebrations have taken place. Enjoy a few photos showing some of the highlights.

Last spring, district leaders amended the 2023-24 school year calendar to include dedicated space and time for conferences to occur on two afternoons in September. We surveyed parents and educators about the experience and here is what they said.

In October, you nominated 41 individuals as ALL Stars - Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars.

All Avon K-12 students have the opportunity to begin each day filled up and ready to learn. Our schools serve breakfast each morning for just $1.85.

You nominated 61 staff members, a volunteer, a team, and a therapy dog — It's true! — who you feel embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Thank you for taking the time to submit your nominations.

Parent-teacher conferences will take place for grades k-8 on September 28 and 29. Students will have school in the morning. During the afternoon, parents will attend conferences and students will complete e-learning assignments. Here are the details.

Cedar students had fun racing around the track at the Cedar Fun Run last Friday.  They also competed in egg races, played freeze dance, and found some shade under the trees.  This event is the main fundraiser for our PTO.

Don't miss out on a crucial informational presentation that could make all the difference in your child's life. Join us for an informative and enlightening session on current drug trends among teenagers.

Megan Gregory is the new Assistant Principal at Cedar Elementary. She will begin at Cedar in early September. Welcome to Cedar, Mrs. Gregory!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 19, and plan to join Avon Marching Black & Gold and Avon Athletics at 2023 Community Day.

LINQ Connect has replaced the Titan Family Portal for online lunch payments. Learn how to use the service.

Registration is open for the Fall Cheerleading Clinic. Students in grades k-8 can participate. Register by August 11.

Pine Tree Elementary Multilingual Learner Teacher Sarah Valentin is our 2023 Teacher of the Year. Congratulations, Sarah!

Avon Intermediate School East Special Education Assistant Sue Misner is our 2023 Support Staff of the Year.

Cedar students rocked this school year!  Students were honored for academic achievement, showing the Cedar Way, and outstanding attendance. See the pictures!

Each year, on the final few days of school, Avon High School seniors gown up and parade around the elementary schools they attended.

The Board, Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham, school and district administrators, and friends and family gathered to celebrate 19 men and women who are retiring from Avon Schools this year.

One of the most exciting events of the Cedar Elementary School's recent 'Celebrating Cedar' event was the grand unveiling of a brand-new book vending machine.

The Evening of Excellence is a celebration of the Avon High School graduating class featuring the top 25 students by academic rank. Each student honors two educators. Meet them all.

The substance abuse epidemic isn't only happening somewhere else or on the evening news. It is affecting young people in our community. Dr. Wyndham talks with substance abuse, mental wellness, and law enforcement experts about how we can protect and care for young people.

Inside this issue: a note from Dr. Wyndham about plans for future growth and expansion, information about the Avon High School project, stories about students and and teachers achieving high honors, and much more.

Avon kindergarten teachers are using structured play to promote social-emotional development, problem solving, and other critical skills that are necessary for normal and healthy child development.

Join Cedar's third and fourth grade teams at an information night focusing on IREAD and ILEARN.

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At a recent game, members of the AMS South Boys Basketball team took a moment before tipoff to recognize the teachers who have made the biggest impact on them.

The November meeting agenda for the Oriole Advocates class of '23 was dominated by a lengthy, interactive discussion with eight of Avon's 12 Teachers of the Year.

Avon Community School Corporation is one of two Indiana school districts recognized as 2022 Clean Air Award recipients by the National Air Filtration Association.

Learning will take place at home on November 8, 2022. View our K-4 Guide to E-Learning for login instructions.

Several Avon residents banded together to conduct a campaign to raise money from hundreds of likeminded individuals. They presented Avon Schools with a gift that would remind us of their support and deep appreciation.

Listen in as Dr. Wyndham discusses PLCs with seven educators. Learn what they are, how they're impacting educators, and how students are reaping the benefit as academic growth and achievement rise.

To eliminate any remaining confusion, please read this information about school meal pricing and contact us if you have additional questions.

Thanks to a small collection of helpful tools — and the people who use them — our multilingual learners and their families can belong, learn, and grow.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in the community and gain valuable experience? It's time to Sub In! Substitute Teachers are MVPs in Avon Schools.

There's no more appropriate way to conclude season 2 of the Orioles In-The-Know podcast than to highlight some of our graduating seniors in this senior sendoff.

In light of their unprecedented success at the 2022 WGI World Championships, The Town of Avon honored Avon Bands and declared Monday, May 16, as Avon School Band Day in the Town of Avon.

Find out how one child is remaining connected with her school friends while she's absent from school due to a lengthy hospitalization.

Join Dr. Wyndham in this celebration of Avon's incredible educators as he talks with leaders from two of the organizations working hard to support our teachers. Plus, hear from dozens of Avon students.

Make plans to bring your entire family and join the celebration at the 2022 Culture Fair on May 7. The event is open to the public.

April is School Library Month in the Avon Community School Corporation libraries. Here are some examples about what is happening in your school library.

The members at Crossroads Church participated in a special offering recently, and due to their generosity, they were able to include a gift to Avon Schools to fund a special initiative.

March 7-11 is National School Breakfast Week (#NSBW22). Did you know that Avon Schools cafeterias serve breakfast – FREE to all – every school day? It's true!

Inside this issue, get details about development happening in and around Avon, information about Pine Tree Elementary School's big recognition, the latest Performing Arts accomplishments, and much more.

The Cedar Elementary 2022 Winter Kindness Olympics took place this month, involving students and educators in a wide variety of activities.

With Thanksgiving coming up, we take a break from our normal conversations and invite you into some of our classrooms to hear what makes Avon's students and educators grateful.

Learn more about AHS student enrollment and growth predictions, portable classrooms at Intermediate East and West, the Teacher and Support Staff of the Year, Baby and Golden Oldie Orioles, and more.

If a picture tells a thousand words, this group of Cedar Elementary students and their Art Teacher, Mrs. Stenftenagel, spoke volumes.

The Fun Run is the PTO’s major fundraiser for the year. Students had fun running along multiple paths mowed into the grass and over, under, and through obstacles along the way.

Avon's elementary students are enjoying 'College Go Week' during the week of September 20-24. It gave them an opportunity to dream and plan for the future.

Join Dr. Wyndham and two Avon educators, Steph Duda and Sarah Tuttle, as they sit down for a conversation about the work they’re doing to provide rich, hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) experiences for all 3,500 elementary students in our school district.

School's out for the summer but the Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry is open each Thursday except July 1.