Current 6th and 8th grade students, along with their guardians, are invited to Orientation on May 13, 6:00 p.m., at the Jr/Sr High School. As incoming 7th and 9th-grade students, you will hear from students and staff about courses, organizations, expectations, and more. Don't miss out! Students will be given a raffle ticket; bring it to the event and win a prize!
On May 1st, Kate Viall participated in the District 1 Creed Speaking Leadership Development Event. Ten first-year FFA members presented the FFA Creed to a panel of judges and answered questions about the Creed's purpose and their interpretations of its words. Kate received fourth place overall. Congratulations! #AFCFFA
This year, the Junior class built a wooden pergola for the AFC Prom Grand March. Now that Prom is over, they are looking for buyers to purchase the arch!
Proceeds will help cover the cost of the project and Prom and will benefit the AFC Junior class. The sale will be held via a silent auction. More information is provided in the following form where interested buyers should make their bids: https://forms.gle/Z3fnR5oSzPe3HEZ69
Direct questions to Kelly Viall at kviall@afcschools.net
Congratulations to our Raiders of the Week, Hailey and Kylie! These two have been rocking it on the track and softball fields. Hailey has been outstanding in the long jump, the 200, and the 4X200 relay. Kylie has been phenomenal behind the plate, as well as with the bat. We are proud of your hard work - finish the year strong!
Book Blast begins today! All you have to do is invite 10+ friends and family members to earn 3 awesome prizes and a chance to win one of four Treasure Chests or an iPad! Visit https://app.booksarefun.com/AshtonFCES61031 and unlock the treasure. It takes just 7 minutes TONIGHT. #BookBlast #UnlockTheTreasure.
The first 50 students to register and invite 10+ friends and family members will receive the 3 prizes the very next day! Any student who qualifies after that will still receive the 3 prizes after the event. #bookblastadventures #booksarefun
AFC Choir students enjoyed a fantastic concert at NIU this weekend followed by dinner at Portillo’s. These Raiders had a great time!
This week at AFC (4/29 - 5/4)
Nineteen AFC High Schoolers attending Manufacturing Day. They toured Crest Foods and Donaldson, along with learning about the Manufacturing Pathway Endorsement and putting their manufacturing skills to the test while making cars to race.
Softball @ Dixon has been cancelled tonight. Stay tuned for make up date information
Baseball today is cancelled. Make up dates:
Varsity Baseball @ Eastland has been moved to 5/3 - 4:30 start.
JV Baseball at AFC has been moved to 5/11 - 10:00am start
Softball today will be decided at 1:30
Oops! I forgot! Lauren Stone received an honorable mention for her lovely painting of zoo pals. Congratulations!
Six AFC FFA members attended the Middle School FFA Leadership Conference hosted at Sauk Valley Community College. Our members interacted with other middle school members, Section President, and current and former State FFA Officers. They also received a tour of SVCC. #AFCFFA
We are excited to host an information meeting for all students and parents interested in joining Band during the 2024-2025 school year!
Congratulations to all the high school artists who participated in the Amboy Art Show last Friday! Here are the results and ribbon winners including Ella Coffman-Best of Show 3D! Adriel Ortiz, 2nd; Kate Viall, 3rd; Nivea Noon, 1st, Honorable Mention; Ella Coffman, 1st, Best of Show 3D; Katara Paul, 2nd; Leah O'Brien, 2nd, Honorable mention; Oliver James, 1st; Gracee Homlgren, 3rd; Bri Gonnerman, Honorable Mention; Ethan Vogeler, 3rd; Jacob Armstrong, 2nd; Yarisca Lopez, Honorable Mention; Olivia Gould, 2nd; Katrina Underhile, 1st, 2nd, & 2nd; Kaylee Nelson, Honorable Mention. All of their winning works will be on display MAY 8TH at our High School Showcase--SAVE THE DATE!
#AFCARTBALL
We are approaching the final day (Friday the 26th) of our activities for National Volunteer Month! Join us in the impact of volunteerism and encouraging more people to get involved in their communities. 💛🖤
SCHEDULE UPDATE! Softball senior night with Amboy is now on Wednesday, May 1st with first pitch set at 4:30pm. Come on out to support your Lady Raiders and celebrate the senior girls!
We're hiring! Click the link below to apply for the high school volleyball assistant coach position.
https://bit.ly/afchsassistantvolleyball
Biology students created DNA models.
Get ready to make an impact! In-district 8th grade students can sign up for the Impact Program by registering at svcc.edu/impact.
