It’s time to get cozy and creative at our Paint & Pajama Party! The AFES PTO Club is hosting this free event on December 16th at 5:00 PM in the AFES Cafeteria. There will be games, snacks, and prizes for everyone to enjoy ahead of our Winter Break. We can't wait for you to create a masterpiece while you connect with your family and friends!
We are back from Thanksgiving Break with a new Mindful Moment for us to utilize in the coming weeks! This week, we will be practicing snowball breaths. This method teaches us to inhale calm, peace, and warmth, then exhale stress like melting snow. Watch our video, take a break, and reset your minds. Video link: https://youtu.be/R3Q-iTCuHXg
Pajamas on, paintbrushes up! THE AFES PTO club is hosting a fun and relaxing Paint & Pajama Party on December 16th at 5:00 PM. There will be light refreshments, door prizes, and entertaining games to enjoy! Come on out enjoy a night of cozy vibes and family fun!
Congratulations to our November Students of the Month from Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School! The word for this month was courage, and these students consistently demonstrated bravery in their actions, choices, and character. Whether facing challenges in the classroom or stepping up to try something new, they showed what it truly means to be courageous. We are proud of their leadership and the positive example they set for their peers. Watch our video here: https://youtu.be/oAhpvV_swM0
In honor of Thanksgiving Break, Superintendent Dr. Cave has approved a dress-down day for all staff and students tomorrow, the last day before break. Students are not required to wear uniforms, but all attire should remain tasteful and school-appropriate. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and heart. We are truly grateful for each of you and the impact you make every day. Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving! Please enjoy your time with family, rest, and renewal!
Donate blood today to help save a life tomorrow! OneBlood will be in the parking lot of our middle high school collecting blood from 9AM to 2PM. Each person who donates will receive a checkup, sweatshirt, and snack. It's your last chance to make a difference in someone's life! If you haven't already registered please do so before time runs out! https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1693356
Tomorrow we will be having our Blood Drive in partnership with One Blood from 9 AM to 2 PM in the AFMHS parking lot. A few minutes of your time can mean a lifetime for someone else. Plus, each person who donates will receive a few goodies including a sweatshirt, checkup, and snack! Register now to make an impact: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1693356
Tune in to our 15th edition of Mindful Moments! This week’s video is focused on students giving thanks and taking a moment to “Pause for Thanks.” It includes student reflections on gratitude as well as staff voices sharing what they are thankful for this season. Together, their messages help reinforce mindfulness, gratitude, and calm across our school community. Watch here: https://youtu.be/7iJ0PahqdQM
We celebrated Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day at AFES. One of our students, Emori Patterson, dressed as Bridges as she walked down our hallways escorted by our SRO Officer Jones. We also held a balloon release as a tribute to Bridges' bravery. She continues to be a symbol of equality and inclusion today, over 60 years later.
Our annual S.T.E.A.M. night was an event filled with engagement, fun, and learning! We had several stations that our students completed to win prizes. We're glad we hosted our students and parents while fostering their interests in the S.T.E.A.M fields. Thanks to all the faculty and families who participated!
Parents and families, you are reminded to join us tonight from 5–7 PM for our annual S.T.E.A.M. Night! This year, we’re bringing you a carnival themed experience, where students can earn snow cones and popcorn by completing five engaging stations. We will also have face painting and fun activities for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss this evening of hands-on learning, creativity, and discovery!
Don't forget we have be having a food drive sponsored by United Way this morning at 10:00 AM at the front of our AFMHS Gymnasium. Please line up near the DMV entrance no earlier than 9:30 AM. We will be distributing one box of food per car on a first-come, first-served basis. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support our community through this event.
Get ready for an exciting evening of carnival themed activities and stations! Tomorrow night we are hosting our annual S.T.E.A.M. night at 5-7 PM in the AFES Gymnasium. We will have free prizes and face painting, plus students can get popcorn and snow cones as a reward for completing five stations. Parents we encourage you to bring out your students so they can get involved with science, math, engineering, technology, and the arts!
Our blood drive with OneBlood is only one week away! It will be on next Tuesday from 9AM to 2PM and located in our AFMHS parking lot. Donating blood is a reward in itself, but there will also be light refreshments, wellness checks, and free sweatshirts for every donor! Help us save lives and give back by rolling up your sleeve! To donate please register here: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1693356
Allendale-Fairfax High School, in partnership with United Way, will host a community food distribution on Thursday, November 13th, at 10:00 AM.
Lineup will begin at 9:30 AM, and participants must use the entrance located by the DMV. Please note that distribution is limited to one box per vehicle, and food will be provided while supplies last.. This is our joint effort to contribute to our community during this time of uncertainty.
Lineup will begin at 9:30 AM, and participants must use the entrance located by the DMV. Please note that distribution is limited to one box per vehicle, and food will be provided while supplies last.. This is our joint effort to contribute to our community during this time of uncertainty.
We're excited about the Parenting Partners Graduation Ceremony tonight at 6 PM in the AFES Cafeteria! This celebration honors parents who have dedicated their time to learning strategies that strengthen family communication and enhance student success. By bridging school and home, this program empowers families and reinforces teamwork. We know that the tools the parents learn and use will help our scholars succeed.
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Join our House Wars! We are asking each house (Opal, Topaz, Onyx, Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire) to bring can goods to support families who are less fortunate for the Thanksgiving holidays. We want to give back to the community. The house with the most cans collected will win an ice cream party. We will be collecting until November 19th. Please support!
Mrs. Davis, our guidance counselor, designed an interactive Haunted Hallway to help scare our students away from drugs! As part of our commitment to a drug-free environment and Red Ribbon Week, students toured the spooky gallery filled with eerie music, live monsters, and creative posters, all reminding them of our school wide pledge to stay drug free. A huge shoutout to our teachers and counselors for transforming the hallway and inspiring our scholars to make healthy choices!
Our Mindful Moment this week gets us in touch with our five senses! We can use our sense of touch, taste, sight, smell, and sound to practice mindfulness and ground ourselves. Check out our video to see what our Climate Specialist Ms. Nelson calls the, "5,4,3,2,1 method" https://youtu.be/W_1gHoGo5cE
Join us on November 7th for a Thanksgiving-inspired lunch that will fill both your heart and your plate! Share a special meal with your student and savor our turkey with rice and gravy, cranberry sauce, and warm buttered rolls. No walk-ins will be accepted, so reserve your spot before November 4th by RSVPing and sending your $8 payment. It’s a small price for a memorable meal and quality time with your child!
