THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2021
We Are #AvonStrong
What do all these people (and many more) have in common? They are #AvonStrong!

Educating students - even in the best of times - takes a tremendous amount of dedication, hard work, coordination, and kindness. This year, it has taken a valiant, sustained effort from everyone in Avon Community School Corporation.

Late in 2020, we asked district leaders and principals to nominate people who have shown resilience this year. The nominations flooded in. We've been featuring these individuals in a series of posts on Facebook and Twitter using #AvonStrong. It has been encouraging to read the comments and to know people are being encouraged, receiving a breath of fresh air, in the midst of this challenging year.

If you know a teacher, student, assistant, administrator, coach, cafeteria worker, bus driver, social worker, or anyone else who deserves recognition, tell them about it. If you want to share on social media what makes them so special, tag @Avon.Schools (Facebook) or @OrioleTweets (Twitter) and use #AvonStrong.

Let's keep encouraging one another!
Episode 9: Oriole Advocates
Dr. Scott Wyndham talks with Oriole Advocates Trilby Berry-Tayman and Sarah Parent about the important work this group does to cultivate relationships with our legislators and to represent Avon Schools at local and state levels. Did you know you can play a role? Listen to find out how!

National School Counseling Week
Next week, February 1-5, we have an opportunity to recognize the incredible work our school counselors are doing to promote mental wellness. Join us in thanking the Avon Counseling and Mental Wellness team for their work.
2021-22 Preschool Registration
Exciting plans are underway in our preschool program for the 2021-22 school year. In the coming months, we will share more about the program's transition to White Oak. In the meantime, if you'd like to register your child for preschool, bookmark this webpage and watch for more info in the coming weeks.
Proposed 2021-22 Start/End Times
An additional school start/end time option for the 2021-22 school year was generated in consideration of community and staff input. The Board will study the options with the goal of making a final decision at their next meeting on February 8 at 7 pm.
Avon Education Foundation Launches Major Saver Program
The second annual Major Saver program is underway and ends on February 8. Your participation supports AEF as well as the PTO at each of our 12 schools. Last year, AEF raised more than $32,000. Let's smash the record this year.
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