Parents of Pre-K3 Students, we invite you to an informative meeting on Thursday, August 21st at 5:00 PM in the AFES Cafeteria. This meeting will help make the transition for you and your student easier. As first year students, there are a lot of changes and we want to help you adapt in any way we can! Please join us for an opportunity to discuss potty training, meet with teachers, and bridge the gap between school and home. Your attendance will make the year go smoother, so we are counting on you to be there!
We are back with another Mindful Moment and this week we will be using the ballon arm technique while breathing. This technique helps to relax your body and ease your mind. Practice it at home, school, or both to reset your mind and body. Thanks to our Climate Specialist, Ms. Nelson for another mindful exercise.
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Are you interested in early morning child care for your K-5 student? Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School is considering offering early morning childcare from 6:15-7:15 AM for a weekly fee of $30. This fee would go towards labor and supplies. We are always looking to support our parents in any way we can, so please fill out our survey below if this seems like a fit for you and your family.
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We are so proud that two of our paraeducators, Ms. Calhoun and Ms. Hightower, were selected to participate in the Center's EPIC Registered Apprenticeship. While attending the event, they both soaked up knowledge and expressed their passion for teaching. Ms. Hightower was awarded a copy of "Oh the Places You'll Go" by Dr. Seuss because her reason for joining the program was so compelling! After completing one year of the program, they will eligible to gain educator certification through an alternative certification program and serve as the teacher of record! The program is no-cost, and all interested paraeducators are welcome to apply. For more information, please contact Ms. Tonya Davis, district liaison.
Our climate specialist Jayla Nelson is back with another Mindful Moment for this week! She walks you through the butterfly hug which can help you focus and breathe. Try this method when you feel stressed, and report back next week for more mindful tips! https://youtu.be/0oL9lsub7Ns
AFES Fall iReady Testing - August 12-14, 2025
Testing Tips:
Get a good night's rest!
Eat a healthy breakfast.
Come to school on time.
Do your very best!
Testing Tips:
Get a good night's rest!
Eat a healthy breakfast.
Come to school on time.
Do your very best!
Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School is excited to announce that through its collaboration with Family Solutions and its partners, we will be able to provide weekend food powerpacks for our students! A special thanks to Tiffine Forester, Gwen Walker, Tonia Capers, Carolyn Lyles, Lamikka Samuel (Senior Director of Family Solutions), Tracy Golden and Romaine Stephens for personally packing and delivering the bags to our school yesterday. This initiative was possible through community partners who helped provide the food items for the powerpacks. We appreciate each of you for your kind acts of service and support of our district.
What an exciting start to the school year! At AFES, our theme is, "Growing Minds Under Construction" and we’re ready to help our scholars build bright futures! Students were met by teachers, administrators, and our Superintendent Dr. Cave as they entered this morning. Although the day is often bittersweet for parents, we always look forward to welcoming our students back!
Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School will host Meet the Principal Night on July 24th at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria. Come enjoy ice cream and get to know your new principal, Ms. Audrey Patterson! She will be speaking with students and parents to share her vision for the school and hear your expectations for the year ahead. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and connect with each other. Let’s start the school year on the right foot by building strong relationships with your child’s administrators and teachers.
Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School's Meet the Principal Night is just two weeks away! Come meet Ms. Audrey Patterson over ice cream and learn more about her and her goals for AFES. Building relationships with your child's administrators is key! By joining forces, we can provide more support and resources to help your child thrive. We hope to see you there so that we can collaborate on ideas and set a strong, unified foundation for the school year ahead.
We are less than a month away from the start of a brand new school year! Make sure your child has everything they need to succeed by checking out our official school supplies lists. These lists have been curated by grade teachers and school administration to ensure each child is prepared for a year of learning and growth. Please be reminded we will provide some school supplies at our annual Back to School Bash for registered students on July 26th from 9-11 AM.
Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School's Meet the Principal Night is just two weeks away! Come meet Ms. Audrey Patterson over ice cream and learn more about her and her goals for AFES. Building relationships with your child's administrators is key! By joining forces, we can provide more support and resources to help your child thrive. We hope to see you there so that we can collaborate on ideas and set a strong, unified foundation for the school year ahead.
Join us for Meet the Principal Night on July 24th from 5–7 PM to meet your new school principal, Ms. Audrey Patterson! This is a great opportunity to connect with Ms. Patterson one-on-one and begin building a strong partnership between home and school. You'll also have a chance to hear about her vision for AFES, ask any questions you may have, and share your hopes for the upcoming school year. We hope you’ll join us for ice cream and conversation as we kick off an exciting new chapter at AFES!
Get ready to level up on July 26, 2025 at our Annual Back to School Bash! This year we are making the Allendale Comeback, and we are ready for the games to begin! We invite members of the community to come out to the Tiger Stadium from 9-11 AM to receive free school supplies for their registered students. We will also have free games, food, and music to enjoy. Please come out to join the fun and get ready for next school year!
Students get ready for Summer CERDEP Spirit Week! Starting next Monday, June 23rd, students can elect to dress down according to our schedule and theme. We want to promote reading and learning in a fun, engaging way! Please be advised students are required to wear hard bottom shoes everyday and that no nightgowns are allowed. Students can only wear bottoms that are shorts or pants. Thank you for your cooperation and we can't wait to see you show your spirit!
Throughout the ceremony, the 5th graders gave several performances to showcase their talents. There was a beautiful cover of Diamonds led by one of our students. At the end of the ceremony, several students performed a sign language dance in honor of their achievement. We also had students recite a speech and conduct the ceremony. It is truly remarkable how intelligent and confident our scholars have become!
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony. Mr. Elmore, a youth pastor, was a speaker for the event and he did not disappoint! The entire room was moved by his inspiring speech! He encouraged our scholars to not let any circumstance hinder them, and reminded us all that we are in charge of our own destiny.
Our Steel Drum Band gave their final performance of the year at the Promotional Exercise. For our 5th grade drummers, it was their last performance and a heartfelt farewell. We are excited to see them bring their talents to our AFMHS Chorus and Band.
Superintendent Dr. Vallerie Cave and Principal Sheila Leath handed out certificates to our scholars. They take pride in knowing the students have built a strong foundation at our elementary school. 5th grade was full of memories and milestones, but now it's time for the next step in their educational journey. While the transition is bittersweet, it is a moment we anticipate every year.
An exciting day for our 5th graders! Today we held our 5th Grade Graduation at Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School. Our 5th graders are officially moving on and stepping into a whole new world—middle school. They've grown into independent young minds, ready to take on new challenges at our middle school. We are looking forward to seeing how they continue to grow and thrive!
