AHS News & Updates

Four Mechanical & Architectural Design students, under the guidance of their teacher Cory Falk and in partnership with Director of HR Kristin Williams, have made a major contribution to ACSC's teacher recruitment efforts.

Let’s get together and celebrate Valentine’s Day! Calligraphy club is meeting and making cards after school on Friday, 2/13 in L224. Bring a friend even if you’ve never been to a meeting. All are welcome!

The Avon Speech & Debate Team would love for you to join us as we celebrate the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students at our Spring Showcase on Wednesday, March 4.

The Avon Marching Black & Gold were honored at the Indiana Statehouse for their third consecutive (sixth overall) Grand National Championship and 18th Indiana State Championship.

At the February, 2026, board meeting, we celebrated two special groups of students from Avon Middle School West and one overachieving Orchestra educator at Avon High School.

Would you like to learn how to become a millionaire?? Well, you're in luck. Matt Byers, financial advisor, will be speaking to the Occupational Outreach Club! We will meet Wednesday after school in L217 from 3:20 until about 4. Bring your questions and your financial goals!

The AHS Student Athlete Leadership Team invites you to join them as they pack the Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry as the Avon Orioles take on the Decatur Central Hawks on February 10. Students enter FREE with donations.

The Avon High School Debate team, in just its sixth year of existence, hosted the State Debate Tournament and finished 5th out of the 35 schools that participated. Numerous individual debaters had strong showings.

Joel Powell has been announced as the new Director of the state champion AHS Orchestra program. He will receive the baton from retiring Director and founder Dean Westman at the start of the 2026-27 school year.

Avon High School Softball Coach Kiah Ferrell is a unique individual. Watch her story, read about her, and check out the photos in a special IndyStar feature.

It's National School Counseling Week. In honor of the occasion, Dr. Wyndham sits down for a conversation with three members of our School Counseling team: Krista Fay, Amber Wetzel, and Candace Gadomski-Emmert. Find out why our School Counselors and Social Workers are at the heart of our mission to help all students succeed.

Avon High School Thespian Troupe 8320 presents These Shining Lives, our winter studio play - based on a true story about young women working in a factory in the 1920s and the consequences of unsafe conditions.

Performances are Friday, Feb 6 at 7:00 PM, Saturday, Feb 7 at 7:00 PM, and Sunday, Feb 8 at 3:00 PM in the Black Box Studio (F127) across from the FACS rooms—enter through Door 43.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students and will be sold at the door or at avonhs.booktix.com. Seating is limited due to the smaller space, so be sure to get tickets early.

Please note: due to mature themes, this production is intended for young adult to adult audiences, not young kids.

Here's your chance to nominate an ALL Star — any Avon Schools employee who you believe goes above and beyond to make sure Avon Schools is a place where ALL belong, learn, and grow.

Avon High School senior Dheer Pandya is one of three Hendricks County members of the class of '26 who have earned the prestigious Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship.

The Avon Rotary held its annual Speech Contest on January 20. Each of the top-three finishers, Alisha Beg, Andrew Onochie, and Santiago Jimenez Butcher, are award-winning members of the AHS Speech & Debate Team.

Registration is underway for Broadcasting Bootcamp. Students entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade are eligible to attend this June 25-6 summer camp experience at AHS.

Don't forget, there's a virtual/Zoom meeting on TUESDAY January 27th at 6:30pm, to give more information about the Fall Break Yellowstone trip. If you're interested, scan the QR code on the posters in the halls. The link to the Zoom meeting is on the survey page. If you have any questions or are interested, but can't make it to the meeting, please send Ms. Kern a Schoology message and she'll share the info with you.

Avon Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham and Avon High School junior Jay Desai were both honored at Leadership Hendricks County's annual Celebration of Leaders.

Start this new year strong by serving others! Interact Club will be meeting right after school today in the L101 Lecture Hall. New members are always welcome!

Come to fashion club today, January 21st in B213, Mrs. Turner's room, from 3:15 pm - 4 pm.

Avon High School senior Jedidiah Minnett became the 9th student-athlete in the history of the AHS boys basketball program to join the 1,000-point club.

Three Avon educators — Dina Gulley and Devin Noyes of Avon High School and Sam Smith of River Birch Elementary School — have been welcomed into the Lilly Endowment's Teacher Creativity Fellowship Program for 2026.

AHS Associate Director of Orchestras and Director of String Activities Joel Powell was named the Indiana High School Orchestra Teacher of the Year by the Indiana Chapter of the American String Teachers Association.

Join us on January 21st after school in L217. Lesa Nelson from Hendricks Regional Health will introduce you to Point of Care Coordination. The meeting will last until about 4 pm. All are welcome--especially if you've never joined us. Bring a friend!

Avon High School juniors Idowu Adeleke, Jay Desai, Fola Ayantoye, and Eli Neal have been named Rising Stars by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

The Avon Schools Human Resources team is hosting a Teacher Recruitment Event on Saturday, February 28. Join our team of dedicated educators. Registration opens January 26.

Come celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. with History Club. We’ll meet after school in L 224 on January 20th. Bring a friend!

Autumn in Yellowstone National Park is an exciting season. When you travel and learn with EPI, you'll go beyond what most park visitors see by working with park researchers to study bison and other animals, hiking along scenic trails to explore fall and winter ecology, learn about the park's geothermal features and head to the iconic Lamar Valley for a morning of wolf observation. Ms. Kern is leading a trip during Fall Break, 2026 to Yellowstone. Scan the QR code on the hallway posters for more information. There is an important virtual meeting on Jan. 27th at 6:30 pm. Please join us!

This month, you nominated 28 individuals (and the entire Transportation Department) 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.

Come to All For His Glory/Christians in Action Club on Monday December 15th after school in Mrs. Turner's room B213.

Avon High School class of ’24 valedictorian and Princeton University sophomore Liam Hoffman is launching an AI-powered tech startup to leverage considerable power of AI for the good.

Avon Schools is a great place to learn and work! Listen in as Dr. Wyndham talks with members of two families that contain both Avon students and employees about what it's like to be a student and employee in Avon.

An Avon High School senior's love for wheelchair basketball is taking her places. "You can't stop her," says her dad. He's right. You can't stop Kimi.

WHAT A NIGHT TO REMEMBER!

Our Winter Ball at the Senior Center was absolutely MAGICAL!

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to dance, laugh, and celebrate with us! The Avon High School DECA students enjoyed getting to know all of you!

The dance floor was PACKED all night long

The trivia competition had everyone on their toes

The food was delicious

So many deserving award winners—congratulations to all!

And most importantly, we made memories that'll last a lifetime

Thank you for showing us what it means to celebrate together across generations. You all brought the energy, the stories, and the spirit that made this evening unforgettable!

We can't wait to do this again!

With gratitude and joy to Avon High School DECA!

It was one of our favorite events of the year (yes, we have a lot of favorites!) Today our STRIVE classes showed off their job skills to parents, staff, and district administrators at our annual Vocational Open House. There was plenty of excitement, pride, and cookies to go around. We love being able to celebrate all of the truly amazing people that make this program special. Well done, interns and staff! And thank you to parents and administrators who trust us to make great things happen!

Congratulations to all our athletes going on to play at college level!

On Wednesday, December 17, the Avon Academy staff, district leaders, family, friends, and supporters gathered to celebrate 26 winter 2025 graduates.

This month, you nominated 47 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 in Linda Langford's first period Speech class got to practice this vital life lesson during a special event attended by school district and community leaders.

"It was incredible to witness the Avon community come together for one another and for Riley patients and families. The entire lobby was filled with love, support, kindness, and music."

Karl Hartman, Assistant Director of the Avon Marching Black & Gold, has earned membership in the Phi Beta Mu International Bandmasters' Fraternity.

Come to All For His Glory/Christians in Action Club on Monday December 15th after school in Mrs. Turner's room B213.

Come to the fashion club meeting on Wednesday, December 10th after school in Mrs. Turner's room, B213.

The Avon Oriole Advocates had an opportunity to get to know Avon Schools up front and personal on a tour of Willow Elementary, Avon High School, Avon Academy, and Avon Middle School West. 

Town Council proclaimed that Friday, December 12, is 'Black & Gold Day' in the Town of Avon in honor of the triumphant season just completed by the Avon Marching Black & Gold.

To honor the Marching Black & Gold's state and grand national championships this season and their tradition of excellence, Dr. Wyndham has a conversation with Director Matt Harloff and AHS Seniors/Drum Majors Avery McDavid and Daniel Rieger.

Avon High School's Online Education Center was recently featured in an article published to Edmentum's website. Find out what makes the program so effective.

Are you interested in learning about plants and animals in Yellowstone National Park? Ms. Kern will be taking students to study bison, wolves, bears, elk, and other species and their interactions with their environment in the Rocky Mountains.

We will also see geysers and other features of this volcanic system, do lots of hiking, and float in a hot spring!

There will be a student and parent meeting for the Fall Break, 2026 trip on Tuesday, December 9th at 6pm in B204. Enter through door 5. Scan the QR code on one of the flyers around the school for more information.

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.

ACSC administrators are grateful for so many things including the support of our strong community and the incredible students, parents, staff, and partners that make our school corporation great.

Join us for our next Bring Change to Mind club meeting on Monday, November 24th, from 3:15 PM –3:45 PM in Mrs. Chenoweth's room B114!

Our topic is gratitude and the science behind gratitude. Everyone is welcome—bring your ideas, your voice, and a friend!

Please attend the AHS Faith Meeting on 11/24 after school in room E201. This week's devotion is "Celebration of God's Work and Knowledge." All are welcome! For questions, please see Mrs. Moquete.

Interact Members: We have a packed meeting right after school this afternoon in L101. Multiple opportunities to volunteer will be presented, and we will be making Thanksgiving placemats for senior living residents. All students are always welcome!

African Diaspora will meet after school on 11/20 in room E201. Please remember to bring your $15 dues and profiles. For any questions, please see Mrs. Moquete or Mrs. Jackson.

Avon High School students traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, to participate in the Fall National High School Journalism Convention, hosted by the Journalism Education Association. Two students earned prestigious awards.

With the opening of the Evergreen/Willow playground at the end of fall break, our school corporation's long season of renovation, expansion, and construction officially came to a conclusion. It is certainly worth celebrating. 

Avon High School Speech and Debate team recently hosted one of the largest tournaments in Indiana, welcoming more than 600 students from 36 high schools across the state.

"The moment I realized I belonged — my definition of community" is the theme for the 2025-26 Avon Optimist Club's Oratorical Contest. The contest is open to any student under the age of 19 as of October 1, 2025.

This month, you nominated 113 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.

For the sixth time in their illustrious history — and the third season in a row — the Avon Marching Black & Gold are Bands of America Grand National Champions.

The Pre-Law club will have a call-out meeting on Tuesday, November 18th from 3:15-4pm in room E201. This club is for any student who would love to expand their knowledge on the many careers offered in the law field. Bring a friend! For any questions, please see Mrs. Moquete.

Come to our fashion club meeting on Thursday November 20th after school from 3:15-3:45 PM in Mrs. Turner's Room B213!

Attention Model UN Delegates headed to Chicago in February: Your permission slip and $130 payment are due by Tuesday, November 25. Bring them to our Thursday meetings after school in C107 or drop them off on Mrs. Hoffman's desk in the OEC.

Students grades 1-6 can sign up to participate in a one-day show choir workshop — featuring the Avon Accents Show Choir — ending with a halftime performance at an Avon Orioles basketball game.

Congratulations to the Avon Marching Black & Gold. Last weekend, they won their astonishing 18th — and third consecutive — Indiana State School Music Association State Championship.

Juniors and seniors recently had the chance to search for clarity about what their plans are for after high school at the 2025 AHS Career Fair.

The 2026 Transition Fair is coming up on March 3, 2026. This interactive event is designed for families with children of all ages who have special needs.

Launching into the last weekend before Fall Break— the final countdown is on! Mr. Shartzer sported his astronaut gear as he lead the Applied Earth Space class in an Egg Drop. Administrators, teachers, and students alike enjoyed the festivities and watching this hands-on group learning experience take flight.

Avon's Model UN team will be meeting every Thursday after school in C107 to prepare for the Speedway and Chicago Model UN conferences. Delegates who are headed to Speedway on December 13 or to Chicago on February 5 should plan to attend as many Thursday meetings as possible. Stop by Dr. Lewis's room in D225 to pick up information and permission forms for both conferences. Even if you aren't going to a conference, come to club meetings to participate in fun Model UN conference simulations!

Have you ever visited a National Park? Ms. Kern is leading a group to Yellowstone over fall break in 2026. If you join the expedition, you'll spend 9 days touring the park, learning about behaviors and populations of bison, wolves, amphibians, and bears. You'll collect data for park rangers to use and earn college credit. You will also hike in the mountains and valleys of Yellowstone, learn about the geothermal features like geysers, and relax in a hot spring. There is a parent meeting on Tuesday Nov. 11th at 6 pm in Ms. Kern's room, B204. Stop by and see her in B204 if you have any questions.

Trunk or Treat sponsored by Student Government is one of our favorite community events every year. AHS is able to offer over 60+ clubs to students because of referendum funds. What a great opportunity for our students. All donations given will be given to the Avon Education Foundation and the Mary Lee Maier Food Pantry.

Avon Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham has an important message about the Operating Referendum Renewal for Avon parents, guardians, employees, and the community. 

In this, the first of what will be an annual Avon alumni episode, Dr. Wyndham catches up with three Avon High School grads, individuals who excelled in academics, arts, and athletics during their time in Avon and who are continuing to do great things in college and beyond.

The boys and girls cross country teams are headed to the State Finals! The boys came away as Regional runners-up on Saturday, only 24 points behind Carmel for the win. The boys were led by All-Regional honors from Quinn Murray, Elroe Tafese, Colin Packer, and Mitchell Ford. The girls came in rated seventh in the Regional but finished fourth to punch their ticket, as Alena Wigger and Ella Staton earned All-Regional honors as well. The boys will race at noon on Saturday and the girls will race at 1:00 at the Lavern Gibson Championship cross country course in Terre Haute.

Avon is one of the leading school corporations in the Hoosier state, and it's not by accident. Avon students succeed in school and in life thanks to the support of their parents and family members, excellent educators and school staff, and the Avon-Washington Township community.

Register your team and bounce over to Avon High School to support the Roborioles by participating in a double-elimination pickleball tournament for all ages and skill levels on November 15.

This month, you nominated 60 individuals and the entire Transportation department 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.

"I want to be able to continue the high standard of excellence that our community has come to expect, and we can only do it through the support we receive day-in and day-out from our community. I'm just thankful to be a part of such a great school district."

Thirteen Avon High School Choir students have earned spots among top Hoosier vocalists. Two will represent AHS in the 2026 Indiana All-State Show Choir. And 11 will represent AHS in the 2026 Indiana All-State Choir. Bravo!

The Avon Step Team is holding tryouts on October 9th from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm for anyone who is interested in auditioning for the team for basketball season. This will be a one-day tryout; you will learn a short segment of step choreography and will be assessed on your learning speed, control, and execution of the choreography. Please wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes. If you have any questions, reach out to Ms. Griffin or Mrs. Purifoy-Jack.

Avon High School’s Speech and Debate Team is proud to celebrate the achievements of its talented members who have earned top honors from the National Speech and Debate Association.

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Avon Middle School West Teacher Michelle Howard explains.

Listen in as Dr. Wyndham talks with Karie Mize and Matt Shockley about their experiences in Avon Schools and hear their firsthand accounts of the impact of Avon's failed 2011 Operating Referendum and the voter-approved 2018 Operating Referendum.

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Hendricks County 4-H is hosting an Open House on Sunday, November 9^th from 3-5pm at the HC 4-H Fairgrounds. Students and their families are invited to join and learn more about all 4-H has to offer!

At their September meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees celebrated some outstanding Orioles from AMS South and an AHS student who recently received an outstanding honor for her charity work.

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Avon High School Internship Coordinator Adam Clark and Pine Tree Elementary School Teacher Casie Clark explain.

We are excited to celebrate with Avon High School upon word that 13 students earned the distinction of being named Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program.

"The thing I can say, quite honestly, to our community is that the school district has been faithful stewards. They have provided an annual report regarding how [2018 Operating Referendum] funds have been used. And I think the community can be proud. ... There are direct results from how those dollars have been used and the success we have seen inside and outside the classroom for our kids."

Interact Club Members, please join us right after school this Thursday in L101 Lecture Hall as we present more service opportunities and organize shoes for our Changing Footprints shoe drive. Remember to bring any gently used shoes you wish to donate and drop off at any entrance door on Thursday morning. Interact leaders in bright blue shirts will be there to collect. If we bring in over 100 pairs of shoes, popsicles will be served at the meeting! New members are always welcome.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation have selected five AHS students, members of the class of '26, as National Merit Semifinalists.

An annual tradition at Avon High School, on Thursday, September 11, more than 800 juniors and the entire senior class participated in Junior Day of Caring and Senior Kickback.

AHS Online Education Center Director and veteran Avon educator Denise Handlon took time out of her busy schedule to tell us about how the team in the OEC is helping students succeed.

This month, you nominated 62 individuals and two entire departments 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.

Dr. Wyndham is joined by three employees who play a direct role in welcoming families and students to our schools and helping them belong, learn, and grow: Pine Tree Secretary/Registrar Nicole Derhammer, Avon Middle School West Instructional Assistant Sue Misner, and Pine Tree Multilingual Teacher Sarah Valentin. Find out how the 2018 Referendum is empowering their work.

Attention:

The next African Diaspora meeting is this Thursday at 3:15 p.m. in Room E201. Please bring your completed form, signed by your parent or guardian, and please bring your $15 club due. The meeting will end at 4:15p.m so please have your rides ready to pick you up at Door 1. If you have any questions, please message Mrs. Moquette or Mrs. Jackson on Schoology. Thanks!

Hey Orioles! ⚡ Avon High School is bringing the gods to the stage with The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Come see Percy and his friends take on epic quests, monsters, and the gods themselves.

Showtimes are:

Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th at 7 PM

Sunday, October 5th at 3 PM.

Tickets are on sale now at avonhs.booktix.com—don’t miss this electrifying adventure!

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Willow Elementary School Teacher Amy Adams and Avon Middle School South Dean/Athletic Director Scott Adams explain.

"For me, I'm Avon 100%. ... The sky is the limit on what this school can do and provide for our amazing students. We can do anything. The future is incredibly bright." - Matt Harloff, Avon Marching Black & Gold Director

Remember that the Occupational Outreach Club will meet in the LGI, upstairs L217, after school today, September 10th, until about 3:50 pm. Please have your ride pick you up at door 29!

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Veteran Avon educator Donnell Shrewsbury explains.

This information is designed to help the community participate and to share factual information related to the Renewal of the voter-approved 2018 Operating Referendum, which expires in 2026.

Eighty Avon Band students in grades 7-9 recently joined more than 1,000 young musicians from across Indiana to perform in the 2025 Drum Corps International INpact Band.

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 $2.15.

The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation provides quality individualized services to enhance and support people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, or retain employment. All parents of seniors with an IEP or 504 are encouraged to attend this meeting.

Welcome to episode 100 of the Orioles In-The-Know podcast. After 99 episodes of Dr. Wyndham playing host — listening to others answer his questions — Avon High School senior Robert Porter flips the script on him, taking control of the podcast for this special episode. A lot has happened in Avon Schools in the five years that have passed since episode 001.

Are you good at Math? Would you like to help your classmates? Do you need community service hours? Come out to the Math Café tutoring club call out meeting. It’s Wednesday 9/3/2025 right after school at 3:15. Email or Schoology message Mrs. H. Rutledge to say you’re coming.

Coach Rob Gibson has been named the Colts Coach of the Week. The football team enjoyed a visit from Mike Prior, the Youth Football Commissioner at the Indianapolis Colts.

Avon High School has always had a high graduation rate, but the class of 2025 broke the record for the all-time highest. This spring, 98.4% of AHS students graduated. How was AHS able to achieve such a high mark?

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Veteran Avon educator Julie Lucas explains.

The Model UN club will be meeting after school on Thursday, August 28th in their New location C107. There was a large and enthusiastic turn out at the call out meeting, and this conference room will be a perfect location for Model UN meetings. Come learn how to represent a country in a collaboration team! The meeting is from 3:15 pm -4:30 pm. Stay as long as you can.

This month, you nominated 47 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.

Avon Community School Corporation Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham has a brief message for all Avon and Washington Township Voters.

In 2012, Avon Schools ranked 16 out of 292 Indiana school corporations on standardized testing results. In the following years, our state rank fell 39 places to 55th in the state. In 2018, when the community supported the Operating Referendum, test scores rebounded immediately.

Are you looking to get more involved at AHS? Do you have an interest in helping others? Interact Club is for you! All are welcome to the first Interact Club meeting right after school this Thursday in the L101 Lecture Hall. Snacks will be served, and various volunteer opportunities will be presented.

Hey, History Club wannabes! Remember: the callout meeting is tomorrow in L224 after school until around 3:45. Bring a friend! Questions? Reach out to Kendall Shipp or Mrs. Sever.

Dr. Wyndham talks with three excellent educators: Maple Elementary Kindergarten Teacher Janet Craig, Evergreen Elementary 1st Grade Teacher Lauren Ruth, and Avon High School Math Department Chair and Math Teacher Andrea Austin. They share their perspectives on Avon Schools before and since voters approved the 2018 Referendum.

Are you ready for Friday night football, Avon? The season is underway this week and here's what you need to know as you come and go to the game.

Avon Girls Wrestling Call-Out Meeting

When: Thursday, August 21st

Where: Avon High School Wrestling Room

Time: 3:30-4:00 PM

Girls Wrestling is one of the fastest growing sports in the country! Join us this Thursday and learn more about joining the Avon Girls Wrestling team! If you can't make the meeting, stop by room N105 to get more information.

In July, Confidence Club Martial Arts Taekwondo students competed in AAU Nationals, and most of these competitors won medals.

Experience the permiere performance of the 2025 Avon High School Marching Band Show at Community Day, Saturday, August 16.

In the spring, the Avon Orioles were named the Sportsmanship Award winners by their fellow Hoosier Crossroads Conference schools. This is the first time AHS has earned this award since 2016.

Avon Schools has a track record of incredible achievements that stretches decades into the past. Students, educators, and staff are empowered to achieve even more when they are surrounded by enthusiastic community support.

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Veteran Avon educator Sarah O'Brien explains.

This summer, four Avon Aerial Orioles competed at the American Jump Rope Federation National Championships in Sioux Falls. Anna Koehlinger, Lauren Klein, Vivian Ford, and Olivia Koehlinger each did a fantastic job and represented Avon well.

The callout meeting for the robotics team is on Friday August 15th after school until 3:40 in L119. If you have any questions, message Mr. Hamsley.

An incredible Avon High School student is Avon's Distinguished Young Woman for 2025-26.

A special election is being held in Avon-Washington Township on Tuesday, November 4. You can register by October 4 at the self-serve kiosk at your child's school or online using these links.

Did you know there's a direct link between low class sizes and student achievement? The 2018 Operating Referendum provided funds to hire enough excellent educators that large class sizes could return to normal.

Ever thought about joining the Speech and Debate team? Now’s your chance to find out what it’s all about!

Come hang out after school on Tuesday, May 6th for a fun and casual info session - meet the coaches, chat with experienced team members, and get all your questions answered.

There will be snacks.

Where? The Small Cafe

When? 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM

This is just an informational meeting—no pressure, no commitment. Come for the snacks, stay for the debate! See you there!

Are you interested in running for an officer position for the Model UN club next year? Elections will be held on Tuesday, May 13th. Message Dr. Lewis if you would like to run for a position and which position you will be running for.

We'll hold the candidate speeches on May 13th, then elect our new slate of officers, followed by an end-of-year celebration with tons of pictures and superlatives!

When Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham asked this AHS junior to give a short speech in front of 1,500 Avon Schools employees at their Back-to-School Celebration, he knew everyone was in for a treat.

Our Transportation Department employees will be up early tomorrow morning. But their job isn't just about completing the routes on time. It's about safety first.

Our employees chose Transition Coordinator Kimberly Lobosky as our school's Teacher of the Year and Custodian Norbert 'Bert' Johnson as our Support Staff of the Year.

Dr. Wyndham and Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley sit down with Avon's 2025 Teacher of the Year, Transition Coordinator Kimberly Lobosky. Spend a few minutes with her and you'll see why AHS teachers chose her as their Teacher of the Year award and why our panel of three community leaders selected her as our district's 2025 Teacher of the Year.

Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley is back with one final update on the Making Room for More renovation and expansion project. Go inside the caution tape with Principal Matt Shockley to get a sneak peek before school begins on Wednesday, July 30.

Autism Consultant Brianne Miller has earned the Distinctive Service of the Year Award from the Indiana Council of Exceptional Children. Meet Mrs. Miller and find out how she's impacting staff, students, and families across our community.

"This project was more than just making room for more. It was about capturing the hearts and minds of our staff, students, and community in building a facility and school campus that they deserve and can be proud of," Principal Matt Shockley.

We've assembled our Back-to-School Guide — a detailed webpage, accessible to all Avon families — to serve as your one-stop-shop for all the information you need for the new school year.

Several members of the Avon High School class of '25 sat down to tell us about their experiences in Avon Schools. From special teachers to extracurricular programs and from lifelong friends to incredible memories, each of them are glad they have an Avon education.

A special group of graduating seniors — students who have enlisted in the US Armed Forces — made their way to the foot of the stage at Commencement to lead all those gathered in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The 108th Commencement of Avon High School is now in the books. We are so proud of the 860 young men and women who have now officially completed their educational careers in Avon Schools.

AHS would like to congratulate two Avon High School seniors who participated in the AHS Alternate Graduation Ceremony on May 22^nd. Joined by district staff, ACSC Board of Trustee Members, family, and friends, Ryan Harris and Atlay Cortes-Carmona received their Alternate Diplomas to recognize their accomplishments and officially mark the end of their journey at AHS.  We are proud of their growth and are honored to have been a part of their experience.  Fly high, Orioles!

"It’s hard to believe that we’ve reached the end of another school year. This year has been full of individual, school-level, and district-wide highlights that are worth celebrating."

CONGRATULATIONS SENIOR ORIOLES! Raising Cane’s is celebrating YOU, the class of 2025!  

WHEN: Wednesday, May 28th and Thursday, May 29th 
TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

WHAT: Bring your 2025 tassel to Raising Cane’s in Avon (8970 E. US Hwy 36) receive a free t-shirt!  Come enjoy games and festivities with your fellow graduates! See you at Cane’s!

The Avon Board of School Trustees, Dr. Wyndham, district administrators, friends, family, and colleagues gathered to celebrate with 15 special individuals upon their retirements from Avon Schools.

The Avon Disc Golf Club took home the state championship earlier this month after a dramatic three-way playoff at Boylan Acres. Avon pulled ahead in the playoff to secure another title.

Join us for History club this Wednesday (5-21) for our final meeting of the year. We will meet in L224 and choose leadership for next year. We should be finished up by about 3:45 p.m. Bring a friend!

Join us for the last Calligraphy Club meeting of the year! We need to establish our leadership team for next year. We will meet in L224 after school until about 4 p.m. Snacks will be provided.

Dr. Wyndham talks with four members of the AHS class of '25 about their experiences in Avon Schools from kindergarten through graduation, their plans for the next chapter of their stories, what their advice is to incoming freshmen, and much more.

At their May 12 meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees recognized the accomplishments of the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Avon High School class of '25.

In May, 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 and read a few of the comments.

Avon High School Senior Ike Coleman has been modeling the power of networking, persistence, and hard work during his work-based learning internship. He's on a fast track to a career in racing as a result.

Is Math your thing? Would you like to help out your classmates and earn community service at the same time? If so, come be a part of the Math Cafe Tutoring Club starting next school year. Math Cafe is looking for student Math Tutors. If you're interest, come to Room C119 and meet with Mrs. Rutledge on Tuesday, May 20th after school at 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm for an information session. Light Refreshments will be served.

The Avon High School Symphony Orchestra won the 2025 Indiana State Championship, their fourth state title since 2018. Bravo!

We are excited to welcome a new Assistant Principal, Lucas Klipsch, to the team at Avon High School. He will begin his new role in Avon this summer.

Once again, Avon Community School Corporation has been recognized as one of the nation's Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants.

What better way to celebrate our adventures in the Work Study Program than by sharing stories around a campfire! These interns’ backpacks are full of life skills and ready for the big, big world thanks to educators and community partners that know the outcome is worth the climb.

An Avon High School senior recently won the Indiana South District Optimist Oratorical Finals. Her victory marks the fourth year in a row that the Avon Optimist Club has sponsored the student who won the district competition.

The Avon Alumni Association wishes to extend its gratitude to the Reunion Committees of the Avon High School classes of 1974 and 1984, whose generous donations made possible the awarding of three scholarships to AHS seniors.

Are you interested in running for an officer position for the Model UN club next year? Elections will be held on Tuesday, May 13th. Message Dr. Lewis if you would like to run for a position and which position you will be running for.

We'll hold the candidate speeches on May 13th, then elect our new slate of officers, followed by an end-of-year celebration with tons of pictures and superlatives!

It's Teacher Appreciation Week, the perfect time to reveal our 2024-25 Teachers & Support Staff of the Year. Congratulations to these deserving individuals who nominated and chosen by their colleagues!

Auditions for next year's musical "The Lightning Thief: the Percy Jackson Musical" will be Wednesday, May 21st, right after school in the concert choir room. Please complete the online audition form that is posted on Schoology. Message Dr. Steckbeck if you have any questions!

For this Teacher Appreciation episode, Dr. Wyndham has a fast-paced conversation with five veteran teachers: Preschool Teacher Kastonia Gray, Kindergarten Teacher Renee Moore, 5th Grade Teacher Dee Andrus, 7th Grade Teacher Luke Tudor, and High School Teacher Chris Hill.

Dr. Wyndham sits down to talk with two Show Choir student leaders and Directors/Teachers Leah Trigg and Drew Stainbrook for a recap of their championship season and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to put together a successful show choir performance.

Please join us for the annual AHS Student Art Exhibit on Thursday, May 8th from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm. Student works from all art courses at AHS will be on display in the Door 1 and lower D hall commons.

In addition to the art show there will be a silent auction featuring over forty artworks created by National Art Honor Society members. The silent auction bidding will end at 7:10 pm.

AHS senior Calleigh Neal earned a spot among the top 40 Indiana high school seniors and was honored as an Indiana Academic All Star at a ceremony hosted by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

Wednesday, April 30th is the LAST DAY to preorder your 2024-2025 Yearbook and Senior Recognition Ads. Seniors can choose the ship to home option under the accessories options if they would like. Books will be distributed during Oriole Preview Days this summer. Place your order at Jostens.com and search for Avon High School. Contact Mrs. Schonhoff with any questions: knschonhoff@avon-schools.org

Avon High School Advanced Mathematics students competed in the Indiana University-Indianapolis State Mathematics Contest this semester and captured second place and the Spirit Award. Leading the way for AHS were junior AP Calculus AB students Omar Saleh, Alex Serbezov, and Diego Stanis Farias and sophomore College Algebra II student Jonas Eklou. This marks the 12th time in the past 15 years that Avon has finished either first or second in this state-wide competition.

CIESC will be in the main commons during lunches on May 6th to answer questions about drivers ed.

Avon High School Media students traveled to Seattle to participate in this year's Journalism Education Association's National High School Journalism Convention. They flew back to Avon with arms full of national awards.

When a famous performer and his team wanted to create a show that would 'blow away' the crowds at Coachella, who did they call? Avon Marching Black & Gold Director Matt Harloff.

Once again, the Avon Indoor Winds completed the season as State and World Champions. Avon Drumline also brought home a State Championship and an impressive 4th-place finish at the World Championships. 

Forty-nine AHS students attended the Indiana State Leadership Conference for HOSA-Future Health Professionals. Five qualified to compete at HOSA's International Leadership Conference in June.

Girls Cross Country Call Out Meeting

Monday, May 5th from 7:40am - 8:00am

Room N103 - ATHLETIC HOSPITALITY SUITE

Join us for the last Interact Club meeting of the school year right after school on Thursday, April 24th in the L101 Lecture Hall. We will recap and celebrate what a great year of service we have had and enjoy a popsicle party.

Remember: History Club will meet on Wednesday, April 23rd, in L224 from 3:15 until 3:45. We'll be learning about the Titanic. Bring a friend for some fun!

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!

Seniors did you forget to pick up your cap and gown? Go to A-HIC or HID-Z Student Services to pick yours up. All other items you may have ordered will be mailed home.

Matthew Payne, Avon High School Chemistry Teacher, is a 2025 Indiana finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.

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.

This AHS senior has been busy. Her most recent adventure took her to the Indiana Statehouse, where Senator Brett Clark and Representative Greg Steuerwald honored her.

An Avon High School senior earned the distinction of being one of only 12 Indiana seniors to win a 2025 IHSAA Eugene C. Cato Memorial Scholarship for her impact on the court, in the classroom, and around the community.

This year's spring play, Sherlock Holmes and the Baker Street Irregulars, is Friday and Saturday, April 25th and 26th, at 7:00 pm and Sunday, April 27th, at 3:00 pm in the auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

Today is the day seniors pick up graduation cap and gowns during SRT and lunches. Pickup in the Auditorium. All other items you ordered will be mailed home.

Avon High School Show Choirs had a stellar season this year, and they wrapped up the season with outstanding results at state competition — including the program's state title.

Want to be a part of our State Championship Choir Program? Choir try-outs are starting this week. We have show and concert choirs that you can be a part of! No experience is necessary, because there is a place for everyone in our choir department! If you are interested in show choir, the dance audition workshop is Wednesday, April 9th from 3:15-4:15 p.m. in the choir room and the actual audition is Thursday, April 10th at 6:00 p.m. If you cannot make those dates, message Mrs. Trigg to set up another time to audition. If you have any further questions send a schoology message to Mrs. Trigg or fill out the "Join Choir" form on the choir website (www.avonchoirs.com).

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.

DECA hosted a Senior Prom at the Hendricks County Senior Services - a great time was had by all!

Great job to all of the Work Study interns and staff in Mr. Shartzer’s, Ms. Brothers’, and Mrs. Holmer’s classes on the STRIVE Vocational Open House this afternoon. We are lucky to have so many supporters of our program!

Two AHS seniors have advanced on the merits of their submissions to the Avon Optimist Club's oratorical and essay competitions. They are moving on to represent Avon at the next level of these longstanding competitions.

An AHS freshman and Avon Aerial Oriole qualified in four events and will join Team USA this summer at the IJRU World Championships in Kawasaki, Japan.

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.

Two Avon High School educators, Linda Langford and Troy Drosche, were recognized by state organizations for their respective contributions to the AHS Speech & Debate Team and DECA.

AHS was well represented at DECA's state competition as 105 students competed with 2,500 Hoosier students. Sixteen students qualified to participate in Nationals.

The Avon Varsity Dance Team is happy to celebrate two more State Championships, including a 5-peat, bringing their 2025 season total to three State Championships!

The AHS Speech Team won its second consecutive Indiana 3A State Championship yesterday! It was a tremendous team effort, with 21 semi-finalists and 14 finalists.

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America recently held its annual State Leadership Conference, and we are excited to share that our students earned an impressive two bronze, five silver, and one gold medal.

The Avon High School Open House, held on Wednesday, February 26, drew a crowd. Guests got to tour many new and newly renovated areas of the school.

On Saturday, March 1, the Avon High School Speech and Debate team qualified 11 competitors for the national tournament, which takes place in June. Additionally, our team won the District Team Sweepstakes and the Leading Chapter Award.

The Avon High School Varsity Dance Team brought home the 2025 AAA Varsity State Championship from the IHSDTA State Finals. Varsity Jazz placed 4th. JV Pom was State Runner Up and placed 3rd in Hip Hop.

The Avon High School Show Choirs keep rolling along with great performances! Come to AHS to witness the amazingly talented groups as they compete at the Avon Vocal Invitational on March 7-8.

Avon Athletic Director Jason Young provides a report on an incredible run of results from a busy weekend of wrestling (including a State Championship), swim, and basketball competitions.

The AHS Dance team attended Regionals last weekend. JV are Regional Champions for Pom and Hip Hop and Varsity are 1st place Regional Champions for Jazz and 2nd place for Hip Hop.

An AHS senior is Indiana's Distinguished Young Woman, the first AHS student to win this honor. As our Hoosier representative, she will advance to participate in the national competition this summer in Alabama.

Avon High School Show Choir, Accents, brought home their third consecutive Grand Championship last weekend. Attraction placed 2nd.

After an exciting qualifying tournament, all four Avon High School Robotics teams are going to the state championship match in early March. AHS is the only school in the state with numerous teams qualified for the tournament.

The Avon High School Speech Team won their 4th consecutive Speech Sectional Championship on Saturday, February 22. The team competes Saturday at IU Columbus to qualify students for Nationals. State Finals are Saturday, March 1, at Fishers High School.

To celebrate National Public School Week, February 24-28, Dr. Wyndham highlights three high-achieving Orioles on this special episode of the Orioles In-The-Know podcast. Meet Lisa, Heiabeal, and Calleigh. Learn more about the awards they've won, their plans for the future, and how Avon Schools has helped equip them to succeed.

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.

An Avon High School student has been selected as one of four Hoosier delegates to the National 4H Conference. She'll journey to Washington DC in April to participate.

Both of our amazing show choirs, the Avon High School Accents and Attraction, took home the Grand Champion trophy at the Quaker Classic Invitational last Saturday.

We want to share the results of CDC, because Avon did spectacular!

• Avon got 1st place for their social media campaign (four years in a row now!!!) 
• We got 3rd place in our commercial and chapter brochure
• Arsema Melaku was 1^st Place in Prepared Speaking (Public Speaking)
• Olorunkanyinsola "Kanyin" Tokan-Lawal got 1st Place for her Cover Design and Digital Invitation
• Taliyea Pusha, Anna Temateme, and Marion Namuddu got 2nd in their Business Plan (Entrepreneurship) with their business Toolshare!
• Faith Olowofela got 2nd Place in Employability Skills!!

Arsema, Kanyin, and our social media campaign will be going to State in March, and Perla Tecan-Cruz was accepted to represent Avon (and JAG Indiana as a whole) at Nationals in April. Wish them luck and a huge congratulations to everyone!!!

We are so incredibly proud of these students and the hard work they put in all year, so please give them the proper accolades!!

Each year, the HCCF oversees the awarding of three Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships to deserving Hendricks County seniors. This year, an Avon High School senior received the award.

As the renovation and expansion project at Avon High School approaches its final stages, the students and staff would like to invite you to join them for a community open house on Wednesday, February 26.

If you purchase washes at Crew Carwash using this special link, you can help AHS TV, Yearbook, and Newspaper students travel to Seattle to compete in nationals.

Don't miss your opportunity to see the 2024 Indiana State Champion Speech Team perform at the 2025 Avon High School Speech & Debate Showcase Night on Thursday, February 27.

Seven Avon High School students competed in the Annual Avon Rotary Speech Contest on Tuesday, January 21, and the top three finishers will move on to compete at the Rotary District 6560 competition on February 8.

The Avon High School varsity boys basketball team is on a hot streak. At 13-1, they are off to the best start in program history and they have already wrapped up their second consecutive Hendricks County Tournament Championship.

Avon High School Science Teacher Lisa Kern recently learned that the White House had issued her a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

An AHS Senior is headed to Washington DC this March as a delegate to the 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program. She is one of only two Indiana high school seniors who earned this honor for 2025.

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.

Did you know that the AHS Performing Arts Department has been operating for years with major space limitations? That was true until earlier this fall when construction on the new orchestra rehearsal room was completed.

This year, College Board recognized 48 high-achieving AHS students for their outstanding academic accomplishments. The number of students earning this national honor has grown rapidly in the last few years.

Avon High School students and staff tuned in for a special broadcast of the school's news program, Oriole Report. This was the first broadcast from the new broadcast studio, a high-tech environment where students learn and collaborate on the job.

Students and staff who return to Avon High School after winter break are going to be excited to experience several big changes that have occurred while they were away. Go inside the caution tape with Principal Matt Shockley to get a sneak peek.

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.

On Wednesday, December 18, Avon Academy honored 31 graduates who officially completed their studies this semester. We are excited for each of these students and we wish them all the best!

Nearly 30 Oriole Advocates boarded buses for a tour of Avon High School, Avon Intermediate School East, the Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry, White Oak Early Learning Center, and Avon Academy.

Avon High School senior Aniah Smith had quite a week last week. She broke both the all-time scoring and steals record for Avon girls basketball.

Everyone faces challenges. Sometimes they just need an extra hand to get through. The Avon Youth Assistance Program is there to provide the support, enrichment, and unique opportunities students and their families need to thrive.

AHS Orchestra Director and Performing Arts Department Chair Dean Westman wanted to give Avon's Gold Card Holders a gift, so he extended a VIP invitation for these ardent Avon supporters to enjoy an incredible Orchestra performance.

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.

Four members of the Avon High School class of '26 have achieved the high honor of being named Rising Stars by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

An AHS senior has been a mainstay in the studio and on the sidelines at AHS. Her skills have helped her become the first-ever high-school-aged intern at the Indiana High School Athletic Association.

With Thanksgiving coming up, we take a break from our normal conversations and invite you into some of our classrooms. We want you to be able to hear directly from students at Pine Tree Elementary, Avon Intermediate School West, Avon Middle School South, and Avon High School as they answer a single question: What are you thankful for?

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.

The Avon Marching Black & Gold are back-to-back National Champions! They brought home their fifth overall Bands of America Grand National Championship last weekend at Lucas Oil Stadium, besting bands from across the nation.

See photos from the AHS 2024 Trunk or Treat

AHS’s Speech and Debate team is celebrating the achievements of its talented members who have earned top honors from the National Speech and Debate Association.

The Avon Marching Black & Gold are, once again, Indiana State Champions. This is the band's 17th marching band state championship since 2001.

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.

College Board admitted AHS to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll "for developing an AP program that creates a college-going culture and gives students opportunities to earn college credit and to maximize their college outcomes" and awarded AHS the 2024 AP Access Award "for ensuring AP coursework is equally available to students no matter their backgrounds."

Avon High School Construction Trades students have been busy, and their hard work is going to benefit children who participate in programs offered by Avon Youth Sports.

Eight Avon High School students made it into the Indiana All-State Honor Choir. They will be performing at the IMEA Convention in January.

On Thanksgiving Day, the Marching Black & Gold will march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Let's celebrate this huge occasion and support them on their adventure by ordering t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, and accessories!

While staff and students are enjoying major sections of the project that have opened in recent months, there's much more to come. Go behind the caution tape with AHS Principal Matt Shockley to learn more about the project.

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.

Avon Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham delivered a State of the Schools message at this month's Greater Avon Chamber luncheon with the help of seven awesome AHS students.

Avon High School graduate Cameron Hollins, also known as Cam Jam, has always been an athlete and performer. He couldn't have imagined was just how 'high' his skills would take him.

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.

Three AHS grads played important roles in producing and airing the news for Avon TV during their time as Orioles. Now, these Ball State Cardinals are carrying on where they left off.

Avon High School’s Model UN club is experiencing a renaissance as more than 45 students have attended each meeting so far this school year. Strong student leadership and outreach have created a buzz.

While the juniors were out serving the community for Junior Day of Caring, the seniors were at Avon High School getting closer as a class during Senior Kickback.

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.

There's still time to order your 2024 Avon High School yearbook. Visit the Jostens website to order your copy before they're gone!

On July 1, Indiana Senate Bill 185 went into effect. Avon High School educators shared their opinions about the new policy and their observations about its impact.

On July 1, Indiana Senate Bill 185 went into effect. Avon High School students shared their opinions about the new policy and their observations about its impact.

If the turnout at their information meeting last week is any indication, the award-winning AHS Speech and Debate Team will continue to gain momentum as they head into a new season.

Avon High School Building Trades students have been busy out at the OLC for the past couple of weeks. They have redone some of the trail surfaces, making the OLC more accessible.

Avon High School is able to support our continued growth in diversity by celebrating 12 members of the class of '24 who were recently awarded with the Indiana Certificate of Multilingual Proficiency.

How did you learn to jump start your car? An Avon High School student learned this important life skill recently when her car wouldn't start after school, and she got some help from two unlikely mechanics.

Avon High School ran up the score last year — the sportsmanship score — and officials at the IHSAA have noticed. We raised our score from 90 for 2022-23 to 130 for 2023-24.

Four Avon High School Roborioles are serving this year on the Board of Directors for FIRST Indiana Robotics. There are 21 Hoosier high school students on this statewide board, which means AHS is well represented.

On Saturday, August 3, eleven young women heading into their senior year at Avon High School participated in the Distinguished Young Woman of Avon program. Judges awarded the title to Calleigh Neal.

Support the Avon Marching Black & Gold as they prepare to head to New York City for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and enter for your chance to win a new car from Andy Mohr.

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!

Meet the Avon High School student who is the 2024 Optimist International Oratorical World Champion.

This summer, the Avon Aerial Orioles jump rope team sent three jumpers to attend and compete at AMJRF Nationals, and they jumped right up on the podium.

Forty-seven Avon students were accepted into the Drum Corps International INpact Honor Band this year and will be performing several times this upcoming weekend in downtown Indianapolis.

An Avon High School student and Speech & Debate Team member wrote an article about the team's experience this summer at the national competition in Des Moines, Iowa.

AHS Athletics is going cashless this year. You can purchase season passes or order tickets ahead of time at Eventlink, or you can pay with credit/debit card at the gate.

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

Big things are in store for students when they return to school on Wednesday, July 31. Go behind the caution tape with AHS Principal Matt Shockley to learn more about the project. Students, you especially won't want to miss the special announcement at the 5:48 mark.

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.

For the second year in a row, an Avon High School student will participate in the Songbook Academy. 

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!

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.

Avon High School softball and baseball teams continue to win and advance. The softball team won their fourth Regional competition in program history and the baseball team won their Sectional competition.

On Wednesday evening, 46 students walked across the stage and received their diplomas. They joined the 12 students who graduated in December as the first class of Avon Academy graduates.

Alumnus Tristan Fitzpatrick paid a visit to his old newspaper classroom on May 17. Fitzpatrick, a graduate of the class of 2014, spoke to Bill Caulton’s newspaper class about career opportunities in communications and media.

The Making Room for More project at Avon High School is just over one year from completion and Principal Matt Shockley has several important updates to share about what will be happening over the summer.

Broadcast students at Avon High School recently reported on ACSC's effort to recruit more bus drivers. Check out the story. If you or someone you know is interested, apply today!

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. 

The Avon High School Disc Golf Club competed in the Indiana High School Disc Golf State Championships on May 5. The team of 20 members sent eight players to compete and was crowned best team in the state.

At their May 13 working session, the Avon Board of School Trustees paused to celebrate three deserving individuals for their incredible achievements.

It all began when a few art teachers saw a social media post and got inspired! AHS art students turned Sycamore kindergarten students' monster drawings into ceramic monsters, displayed them at the Art Show, and gifted them back to the kindergarten students.

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.

Attention all girls interested in trying out for the high school golf team in the fall of 2024. Learn more about summer practices and the tryout schedule.

The Kiwanis Club of Avon hosted a Salute the Recruits dinner and recognition event this week. They honored four members of the AHS class of '24 who have chosen military service as their next step after graduation.

Avon High School's Performing Arts Department Chair and Director of Orchestras Dean Westman has received the 2024 Outstanding Indiana Music Educator Award. Bravo, Mr. Westman!

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

It's Teacher Appreciation Week, the perfect time to reveal our 2023-24 Teachers & Support Staff of the Year. Congratulations to these deserving individuals who were selected by their colleagues!

Model UN is a fantastic club for students interested in international affairs, conflict resolution, and honing their negotiation and debate skills. This was a big year for this Model UN.

At their April 22 working session, the Avon Board of School Trustees took time to honor academic excellence at two of our schools and to honor a member of the class of '24.

Avon Drumline brought home a bronze medal in this year's WGI Scholastic World Class Championship. Their performance, Imprints, was awesome!

The Avon Indoor Winds brought home another WGI Scholastic World Class Championship. Their performance, Start a Wave was absolutely incredible.

Cross Country fastest runner record

Students in Ceramics classes at AHS have been working to add a third dimension to two-dimensional drawings created by Sycamore Elementary kindergarten students. The results are incredible!

Aaron Vogl's AP US History students shared a remarkable experience on Wednesday, April 24. Vogl called it 'a core memory' for all involved ... especially for one special student.

The Avon Chamber Singer/Accents Concert Choir, Wind Symphony, and Symphony Orchestra competed in ISSMA State qualifications and all made it to state finals!

Avon High School senior Liam Hoffman is an Indiana Academic All-Star. This is the highest academic honor given to Indiana students by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

For the first time in Avon High School's history, a Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) student has won a National Championship. A senior won first place for Employability Skills at the National JAG Conference in St. Louis.

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.

The Avon High School Speech Team won the school's first ever Speech State Championship this spring and three individual competitors won State Championships. The Avon Board of School Trustees issues Resolutions of Commendation for each feat at their April 11 meeting.

At their April 11 meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees recognized the State Championships won by three DECA participants with a Resolution of Commendation, the highest honor they can issue.

Avon High School sophomore Giselle Long is having breakout success on the rugby pitch and she's receiving attention for her exploits. She has been scouted by US Rugby and she'll travel Europe this summer as a member of Eagle Impact Rugby Academy.

On April 10-12, 20 of Avon High School's Project Lead The Way Biomedical Science students attended the Indiana State HOSA Leadership Conference. Two students placed first, two placed second, two placed third, and multiple students finished in the top 10 in their disciplines.

Recently, Dr. Wyndham had a conversation with two clarinetists from the AHS Band. Betty Barding was a member of the first Avon Band and graduated in 1954. Abbi Churchill plays clarinet in the Marching Black and Gold and Indoor Winds and will graduate this May.

The Avon World Guard earned the highest score ever given at the WGI Scholastic World Class Championship. Their performance, Voila had to be seen to be believed.

What were you doing during the total solar eclipse on April 8? Avon High School Teacher Lauren Patton had an experience she'll never forget. She and her fiancé Alex Bradshaw tied the knot. Their ceremony got national attention.

Avon High School juniors and seniors had the opportunity to participate in a Career Fair last Wednesday, and it was a huge success. More than 70 local businesses and locations participated.

The Indiana Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers held their annual conference recently and two Avon High School Physics Teachers earned well-deserved recognition.

Are you interested in joining a club that treats you like family, acknowledges our differences, and celebrates what unites us? If so, African Diaspora is for you! Join us for our call-out meeting on August 24th in rm. C201 from 3:10-4pm. For any questions, please see Ms. Moore or Mrs. Jackson.

Join Dr. Wyndham as he discusses the details of the middle school athletics proposal our athletic directors have been working on. Find out what their ideas are for existing programs like football, basketball, cross country, track, volleyball, and more, how they're slow-rolling the growth of new programs like baseball and softball, and what their plans are for adding new sports.

Join Dr. Wyndham as he discusses the details of the proposal our corporation and middle school athletic directors have been working on for middle school athletics. Find out what their ideas are for existing programs like football, basketball, cross country, track, volleyball, and more, how they're slow-rolling the growth of new programs like baseball and softball, and what their plans are for adding new sports.

STEM Club tutoring will resume after school on Wednesday, October 25 in L229. If you need any help in math or science , we hope to see you there! It will be every Wednesday through November 15.

Avon Bands are at it again. World Guard, Drumline, and Indoor Winds have each earned the title of 2024 State Champions. WOW! Congratulations, students, on your championship performances!

The Avon High School Roborioles sent three teams to the Indiana State championships. All three teams competed well. One team reached the semifinals, but that wasn't the biggest news. One student earned the highest honor available to individuals in Indiana robotics competitions.

The Making Room for More project at Avon High School is approximately half-way finished. Go inside with Principal Matt Shockley to get the latest updates.

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.

Avon's Choirs celebrated the end of the season with remarkable finishes at the state competition. Attraction finished 1st runner up in univoice and Accents received 2nd runner up in mixed division.

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.

High school basketball season is over in Indiana, but that didn't prevent the Avon Orioles from being part of the proceedings during the lead up to CBS Sports' Selection Sunday broadcast.

Avon Choir Department took four choirs to the Fame Productions Show Choir America competition in Orlando. They competed with concert and show choirs from around the US and achieved incredible results.

Two AHS students recently achieved a unique and noteworthy goal. They gained induction into the Guinness Book of World Records.

An Avon High School student advanced to the Indiana South District Optimist Oratorical Finals based on her presentation on the topic of 'How to Change the World with Optimism'. She will compete at the District Finals in April.

The Avon High School Speech Team made history on March 9. For the first time in school history, Avon is the 3A Indiana Speech Team State Champion. In addition, three competitors won state championships in their individual events.

Three Avon High School DECA students brought home state championships this month. They'll be joined by 10 additional teammates at the international competition from April 27 to May 1 in Anaheim, California.

The Avon High School Dance Team had a great season this year! Our large ensemble won their 4th consecutive State Championship title, and our Small and Junior Ensembles were State-Runner ups.

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.

The Avon Board of School Trustees issued a Commendation honoring Avon High School senior Luke Rioux for his IHSAA Wrestling State Championship. Luke is the sixth wrestler in the program's history to bring home an individual state championship.

With help from the drum corps, student government, cheerleaders, the Oriole mascot, Avon Food Services, and school/district administrators, representatives from the American Dairy Association Indiana and the Indianapolis Colts launched National School Breakfast Week with a celebration at AHS on Monday, May 4.

The Avon Orioles boys basketball team is on a roll. This weekend, they defeated both Terre Haute South (61-45) and Terre Haute North (49-41) to claim the school's fourth Sectional title. They advance to compete in Regionals on March 9. Go Orioles!

Avon Choirs put in a dominant performance at the Mooresville Spotlighter Invitational over the weekend. Chamber Singers, Attraction, and Accents all won and several individuals were recognized.

Their topic was 'How to Change the World with Optimism', and three Avon High School students delivered. Meet the young women who earned first-, second-, and third-place awards.

Big O has been a familiar sight on Avon High School's sidelines and baselines. His commitment to his beloved Orioles, his warm spirit, and his harrowing story have caught the attention of the IndyStar.

Two Avon High School graduates — Briana Begeman and Michaela Di Palmo — have been chosen to serve as 500 Festival Princesses for the months leading up to the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 this Memorial Day weekend.

STEM Summer Camp

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.

The Rotary District 6560 Speech Contest was recently held at Anderson University. Ten participants from eight Indiana high schools competed. AHS students won first and second place.

The Avon High School Team finished in 8th place at the State Debate tournament in Kokomo. This is the third year in a row that the debate team has finished in the top 10 at State.

On January 27 and February 3, a record number of Avon's grade 6-12 musicians performed at the Indiana State School Music Association Solo & Ensemble contest. Hundreds brought home gold and silver ratings.

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.

Interact Club Meeting

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.

It's a leap year. What are you planning to do with your extra day on Thursday, February 29? If you don't already have plans, join us at Avon High School for three open house events. Tour new and renovated spaces, attend the Speech & Debate Showcase, and check out the Black History Month Program.

Two Avon High School teachers – Jared Emmons (now a two-time winner) and Micah Borcherding – won 2024 Lilly Endowment Teacher Creativity Fellowships.

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.

Avon High School Teacher and Director of Theatre Caitlyn Steckbeck recently won the Outstanding Educator Award for Indiana Thespians.

Meet the basketball player who recently scored her 1,000th point. She moved into seventh place on the all time Avon High School scoring list and became the fastest girls basketball player in school history to reach 1,000 points.

STEM Club tutoring will resume after school on Wednesday, October 25 in L229. If you need any help in math or science , we hope to see you there! It will be every Wednesday through November 15.

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.

The Rotary Club of Avon recently held its annual Speech Contest and awarded three cash prizes to the winners. This year's competitors, all members of the award-winning Avon High School Speech & Debate team, were poised, prepared and on point.

An Avon High School junior recently embraced a real-world engineering challenge that has helped him accelerate toward a career in the auto racing industry.

Four members of the Avon High School class of '25 have achieved the high honor of being named Rising Stars by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

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.

"Whoa!" "Check this out!" "This is nice!" These were among the many exclamations overheard as students entered two new spaces for the first time upon returning to Avon High School from winter break.

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.

The Avon High School boys basketball team cut down the nets on Saturday evening after defeating Danville High School to become the 2024 Hendricks County Tournament Champions.

It's time for the biggest Making Room for More Update yet as two major components of the Avon High School Renovation and Expansion project are set to open when school resumes after winter break.

The Simon Youth Academy at Avon opened its doors for the first time in July. Just five months later, on December 20, 2023, Avon Academy honored its first group of 12 graduates.

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.

AHS Speech students have been learning the art of conversation. This week, community leaders volunteered to join them in the library so students could put their learning into action. Connections were formed and the conversations were great. Good job students!

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 Avon High School Madrigal Singers toured around Avon Schools and the community last week, bringing holiday cheer with them. Check out photos and a video from their performance and learn about how you can get tickets to Friday's Sounds of the Season choir concert.

Approximately 20 Oriole Advocates boarded two Avon Schools activity vans for a three-hour whirlwind tour of Maple Elementary, Avon High School, Avon Intermediate School West, and the Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry.

During the Celebrating Orioles segment at the December 22 meeting, Avon Board of school trustees — and friends — celebrated AHS's 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award and the Marching Black & Gold's Bands of America Grand National Championship.

Principal Matt Shockley, Chemistry Teacher Justine Griffin, Math Teacher Tim Titzer, and English Teacher Heather Meunier tell the story of how it felt and what it means for Avon High School to earn the 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award.

This fall, Avon High School earned the 2023 National Blue Ribbon School Award and the Avon Marching Black & Gold won their fourth Bands of America Grand National Championship. Community members share their congratulations in this warm-hearted video.

Listen in as Dr. Wyndham visits Area 31 and talks with seniors Alexis and William and Director of Career and Technical Education Dr. Patrick Biggerstaff about how Area 31 prepares students to graduate with the confidence and preparation they need to meaningfully contribute in our community in a place of employment that is of interest to them.

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.

Avon Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham, AHS Principal Matt Shockley, and AHS Teacher Andrea Austin were on-hand at a special ceremony in Washington D.C. as AHS was recognized as a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School.

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.

Preschool students whose parents signed them up to support the Avon High School Advanced Child Development Lab got to have a hands-on, eye- and ear-opening experience last week when they visited an AHS Orchestra class.

Once again, the Avon Marching Black and Gold are the Bands of America Grand National Champions, winning their fourth championship in the competition since 2008.

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.

Dr. Wyndham enjoys a conversation with student-athletes Nevaeh, Jayana, Fawzy, and Cannon about their workout and APC experiences. Then, they're joined by Athletic Director Jason Young and Strength and Conditioning Coaches Chris Stevenson and Craig Ray to talk about their goal of involving every student at AHS who wants to get stronger, faster, and healthier and the new space opening this winter.

Twenty-two AHS Media students — members of the yearbook, newspaper, and broadcasting teams — traveled to Boston to compete with students from across the nation at the National High School Journalism Convention and they were rewarded for their efforts.

Two Avon High School musicians auditioned and made it into the 2024 Indiana All-State Orchestra, indicating that they are among the most talented high school players in the state. They will rehearse and perform at the Indiana Music Educator's Convention in January.

We are very excited to honor our Senior Student-Athletes who will be signing to participate in college athletics. All Signings will begin at 6:00 pm. Please click on the link and choose the date that works for you and your family and fill out the information.

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.

The Avon Marching Black & Gold are once again Indiana State Champions. They were crowned at the culmination of last weekend's ISSMA Marching Band State Finals competition at Lucas Oil Stadium. This is AMBG's 16th State Championship.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation recently notified Avon High School that eight students have earned recognition as Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Are you looking for an amazing fall event to enjoy? If so, come support the Fashion Merchandising class by attending the ThankFULL for Treats Event, November 14th in the AHS Library! Come enjoy fall goodies, color turkeys in disguise, and watch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving". The fee is $5 (cash only). All proceeds will go towards this year's Winter Fashion Show! For questions, please see Ms. Moore.

There have been so many developments since August when Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley last took you on a tour of the renovation and expansion project. Put on your hard hat and come behind the caution tape for this detailed update.

College Board admitted AHS to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll "for developing an AP program that creates a college-going culture and gives students opportunities to earn college credit and to maximize their college outcomes" and awarded AHS the 2023 AP Access Award "for ensuring AP coursework is equally available to students no matter their backgrounds."

Hey, mentors!

We will have a short meeting on the first day back after break (Monday, October 23rd) in A112 after school to finalize Trunk-or-Treat. Our theme is “The Lorax.” We need decorations for the booth and candy/sticker/trinket donations from members. We need members to set up, dress up and pass out candy, and tear down. It’s fine if you can only help for part of the time. Setup will begin after school. Sensory hour starts at 5:30. Tear down will start at about 8:20 p.m.

Avon High School has changed a lot in the last four decades, but at least one thing remains the same: Gary Ayers has been teaching there. He recently announced he'll retire at the end of the year. Don't miss his perspective and insights earned by 43 years of teaching at AHS.

Attention Pre-Med Club! We will meet on October 2nd after school in Mr. Payne’s room (A108) until about 4 p.m. Please bring your dues and a bag of candy for Trunk-or-Treat if you haven’t already. Hope to see you there!

October 5,2023

7:00PM

Venue: Hendricks Regional Health Performing Arts Center @ Avon High School

AHS Principal Matt Shockley and and a member of the class of '24 joined the Indiana Association of School Principals on a recent podcast where they got to discuss the impact of the JAG program.

Attention Calligraphy Club members and “wannabes”! We will be meeting next Thursday, October 5th, in A112 after school until about 4 p.m. We need to finalize our plans for Trunk or Treat. Please bring a bag of candy to donate. Hope to see you there!

Ten Avon High School Choir Members recently auditioned for and earned spots on the Indiana All-State Choir!

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.

Dr. Wyndham is joined by Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley, senior and Student Body President Christine White, and sophomore Robert Porter to discuss life at Avon High School as it is squarely in the middle of an ongoing renovation and expansion project.

AHS has been named a National Blue Ribbon School for 2023 by the U.S. Department of Education based overall academic performance. AHS is one of 353 schools in the nation to be recognized this year and one of only eight public schools in Indiana – and the only public high school – to earn the honor.

Junior Day of Caring is a tradition at Avon High School, stretching back nearly a decade. It is a day in which the entire junior class gets the valuable opportunity to learn about being empowered citizens, making a difference in the community in the process.

Financial Aid Night 

October 2, 2023

7:00-8:00PM

High School Auditorium

A student's senior year is a year that is packed full of memorable experiences. The Class of '24 gathered last Thursday to celebrate one of those milestones together: Senior Kickback.

Please join us at the Interact Club meeting right after school this Thursday, September 21st in the Lecture Hall. Please bring a pair of gently used shoes you no longer wear to donate to our Changing Footprints shoe drive. In addition to sorting shoes and writing cards to Veterans for Honor Flight, there will be many opportunities to sign up for services. See you there!

This Thursday, 9/21/23, is the offical
deadline for those interested in becoming
official memebers of African Diaspora. To 
become an official member, bring the necessary
signed forms and $10 dues to room C201 or D201 prior
to Thursday's meeting, or bring these materials with
you to Thursday's meeting held in C201.
Reminder to be on time if planning to attend the meeting.
Arrive by 3:15 and have a ride home ready
by 3:45. Thank you!

History Club--bring a friend and join us after school in A112 on Tuesday, September 19th. We will meet until about 3:45; our topic will be WWll. Snacks provided!

Junior Day of Caring Pictures

Several AHS Work Study students serve at the Avon Education Foundation SOS Store. It is an especially rewarding assignment for both the students and the beneficiaries of their hard work — our teachers.

Dear interested members of African Diaspora,

This is a reminder that the next AD meeting will be held on Thursday 9/7/23 in Room C201 from 3:15p.m to 3:50p.m. Please come with your signed forms and your club due of $10. This week we will discuss more about the AD club and hopefully get to know each other better. Please have your ride home arrive by 3:45p.m at Door 1. Thanks again for your interest and participation, and please remember to have the required materials ready to turn in at the start of the meeting. It's imperative to be on time! Thanks again!

Calligraphy club will meet on Wednesday, September 6th, after school in A112 until about 4 p.m. Bring a friend and learn a little about hand lettering. Our President, Drake, will be giving a demonstration!

AHS senior and Speech and Debate Team member Liam Hoffman recounts his experience at this summer's national competition and his visit to the Governor's mansion.

Thirty-eight Avon High School students have been awarded National Recognition from the College Board for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher and outstanding marks on the PSAT/NMSQT®, PSAT™ 10, and/or AP® Exams.

Junior Day of Caring/Senior Kickback 9/14/23

9th & 10th Grade No School

MULTICULTURAL CLUB call out meeting will be on Wednesday August 30th from 3:15 - 4 pm in room B208 ! Snacks are provided.

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.

For anyone interested in history: The History Club callout meeting will be on Tuesday, August 29th, in room A112 after school until 3:45. Bring a friend. Can’t wait to see you there!

For all members, especially new incoming ones: Pre-Med callout meeting will be today, Monday, August 28th, in room A108. We'll do a Kahoot, introduce our new officers, and describe our club. Can’t wait to see you there!

We had a great time at Community Day! Here are some of the shared pictures!

We're experiencing uncomfortably hot temperatures in Avon. It's not a good time to encounter a problem with a school air conditioning system. The team at AHS has done a great job keeping the 'cool' in school this week.

FCA is one of our Christian clubs here at Avon high school. Everyone is invited to join us every Friday morning at 7:27am sharp in the Café Study part of the Cafeteria (old ALC Media Center). Enter the building at door #33 to be let in. We promise to bring the breakfast, if you bring yourself and friends! For more questions ask Spanish teacher Sr. Stewart in B201.

History Club Callout has been postponed from today until next Thursday. Sorry for any inconvenience!

Avon High School commemorated the rapid progress of the AHS renovation and expansion project with a topping out ceremony. Learn more and see photos.

Are you interested in learning to grow house plants or gardening? Horticulture Club is just starting up with our first callout meeting on Monday, August 28th from 3:15-4:15 in Mrs. Kern's room, L113. Join us to help us plan activities for the year!

Having trouble in math or science class? STEM tutoring can help. Join us after school beginning on August 30 until 4pm. Bring your homework or any concepts that you find difficult, and our capable tutors will help. Tutoring is offered each Wednesday from August 30 through the end of the semester in Mrs. McAfee's room L229

If you're coming out to root for the Avon Orioles, you can save time by purchasing your ticket(s) online!

Tonight is our first home Football event vs. Lawrence North. Kickoff is at 7:00 pm and gates open at 6:00 pm. Save time by purchasing your ticket(s) online!

Please refer to the following map for your pre- and post-game experience. Thank you for your patience, and GO ORIOLES!

Please refer to the following map for your pre- and post-game experience. Thank you for your patience, and Go Orioles!

Are you interested in joining a club that treats you like family, acknowledges our differences, and celebrates what unites us? If so, African Diaspora is for you! Join us for our call-out meeting on August 24th in rm. C201 from 3:10-4pm. For any questions, please see Ms. Moore or Mrs. Jackson.

Looking for a way to get involved and help others? Come to the Interact Club's first meeting right after school today in the ALC Lecture Hall. We need volunteers to serve at Honor Flight, read at daycare centers, help at elementary carnivals and more. Everyone is invited!

If you are interested in joining the robotics team, the callout meeting is after school in L119 on Friday, August 18th. If you have any questions, message Mr. Hill.

The Avon High School Athletic Department has hired Kiah Ferrell as varsity Softball Head Coach. Her hiring follows a thorough selection process that involved administrators, educators, parents, and student-athletes.

Senior Parent Night 

Thursday, August 17

 7:00-8:30pm

Auditorium

The 2023-2024 Yearbook Presales have begun! Order your yearbook by this Friday, August 18th to lock in the lowest price of the year. Books start at $50. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter job number 3010 to place your order. Prices increase Saturday, so get your orders in now!

Mark your calendar for Tues, Aug. 22 for an AHS Dine to Donate at Jaggers in Avon. Show the attached flyer or mention Avon High School when you dine in or drive thru 11:00am-10:00pm.

Did you hear that Avon now has a Horticulture Club? If you're interested in learning to grow garden flowers, vegetables, or house plants, you should join us! Our first meeting will be on Monday, August 14th from 3:15-4:15 in L113. Hope to see you there!

Please join us at Community Day on Saturday, August 19th! We will have food trucks, vendors, raffles, as well as performances by the Avon Step Team, Avon Golden Girls Majorette Club, and Premiere Dance Academy. Your Avon Marching Black & Gold will do their premiere performance of the 2023 show, and there will be a flag football game between the Avon Football Team and Avon Band! Tickets are $5. See you there!

For Avon High School Robotics and Engineering Teacher Chris Hill, biking is a way of life. He biked to and from work 180 of 185 work days during the 2022-23 school year.

If you're interested in the environment, you should join Eco Club! It's a service organization that does the recycling for Avon High School, goes on nature hikes, and does a river cleanup each year. Eco Club will have its first meeting on Wednesday, August 16th from 3:15-4pm in L113. Hope to see you there!

The AHS Teen Republicans will have a callout meeting Monday, August 14th afterschool in D101. We will be discussing the purpose of the club, events to take part in, and elect this year's officers. If you are interested in joining but cannot attend, please contact Mrs. Handlon in person or via Schoology so that she can add you to our Schoology page.

Put on your hard hat and come inside Avon High School for an update from Principal Matt Shockley on the ongoing renovation and expansion work on the east, south, and west sides of the school.

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

Calligraphy Club meeting

From 6:30-8:30 pm, parents can walk their student’s schedule and meet teachers. Back-to-School Night is a great opportunity to establish a relationship with your student’s teachers and gain an overview of classes being taken.

There will be a callout meeting for BOYS and GIRLS interested in wrestling this year for the Avon High School Wrestling. Girls Wrestling is an emerging sport with the IHSAA and is the fastest growing sport in the United States.

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

Are you a performer at heart? Do you like to argue, get your opinions across, or do you have a message that needs to be shared?

See what its like to be on the stage crew at the Anastasia Muscial

On Tuesday, July 25, dozens gathered at the newly remodeled Avon Schools Administration Center to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the brand-new Simon Youth Academy at Avon, or Avon Academy.

On June 10, 16 members of the Avon High School Speech and Debate team departed for Phoenix, Arizona to compete in the National Speech and Debate Association’s annual National Tournament. Find out how they did.

As students and staff return to school, one of the most frequently repeated questions overheard in the halls will be, "What did you do this summer?" One AHS senior will have a lot to share.

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.

We are proud to present the new AHS Athletics logo. Read all about the project and scroll through the slides. GO ORIOLES!

Interested in playing girls golf this fall? There will be optional practices starting Monday, July 10 through Friday July 14 at Prestwick Golf Course starting at 9:00 am.

Two AHS students have earned exclusive admission to this summer's edition of The Songbook Academy.

Congratulations to 45 Avon High School students who graduated from Harris Academy this week.

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

Multiple Avon High School students who attend Area 31 Career Center were recognized for their outstanding achievements during the 2022-23 school year. 

Avon High School finished in a tie for first place with American Heritage School of Palm Beach, Florida. This is Avon High School’s fourth national team championship.

Please join us in celebrating the nearly 30 members of the AHS class of '23 who are set to begin serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

The Avon Board of School Trustees had their hands full at their May 8 meeting. They celebrated multiple individuals and groups of students for recent successes.

Put on your hard hat and come inside Avon High School for an update from Principal Matt Shockley on the ongoing renovation and expansion work on the east, south, and west sides of the school.

Join the conversation as Dr. Wyndham talks with AHS seniors McKenzie Musser, Wendel Hollister, and Cheaney Schoeff about their immediate plans for the future, how well their Avon Schools education has prepared them for their next steps, their favorite memories from being a student in Avon, and much more.

At a work session on Monday, May 15, the Avon Board of School Trustees issued a commendation honoring the AHS Class of '23 Valedictorian Katherine Langford. 

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.

Students in Cory Falk and Jared Johnson's Intro to Engineering Design class at Avon High School participated in a unique and creative design project.

The two winners of the Avon Rotary local speech contest took home 1st and 3rd places at the central Indiana District competition at Anderson University, speaking on the topic of 'Imagine a World of Service above Self'.

Two AHS students recently participated in the SkillsUSA state competition and won. They have qualified for national competitions, which occur this summer.

The Avon Optimist Club held their annual oratorical competition this year, and two Avon High School students fared very well. Both advanced to the South District Optimist Oratorical Finals.

Avon High School senior Katherine Langford has earned the distinction of being named a 2023 Indiana Academic All-Star by the Indiana Association of School Principals.

Avon Community School Corporation has hired Jason Young as Corporation Athletic Director. He will provide oversight and direction to athletics programs across the school district.

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 Avon High School Marching Black & Gold have accepted an invitation to travel to New York City to perform in the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. See the moment the students learned about the honor.

graduation items

Calligraphy Club meeting April 20th, after school.

Avon High School HOSA-Future Health Professionals had an impressive showing at the 2023 Indiana State Leadership Conference. Their PSA brought home 1st place. Watch it here.

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.

Avon Schools and Ambassadors Pet Food Drive April 24th-April 28

History Club Meeting in Mrs. Servers room A112.

 Spring play, "The Diary of Anne Frank." 

Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham is joined by AHS JAG Specialist Elena Stidham and two outstanding JAG students who have recently won statewide recognition for their success.

Avon High School DECA recently competed against over 2,100 students from across Indiana in the state DECA competition. Multiple students placed in the competition.

At their April 10 meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees issued five commendations recognizing recent outstanding accomplishments of several Avon High School students.

AHS students Charlie Dana, Cade Coons, and Austin Krueger represented Avon Schools as they competed in and won the 2A State Championship Hockey Game in Evansville.

On Saturday, May 13, Avon High School Visual Art Teacher and National Art Honor Society Sponsor Margo Wallace will be in Antwerp. She is among the artists whose work will be on display.

The Avon Speech and Debate team recently ended their 2023-24 season. They are looking forward to sending 15 students to Nationals this summer. Take a look at their season in review.

Our Avon High School JAG students recently returned from the state competition, where they competed against students from all across the state, and the results were incredible!

Congratulations to Avon Choirs for concluding another golden season. Mark your calendars and plan to attend Spring Sing on May 12 to see one final concert from these talented groups.

We had a record 57 athletes try out! This was by far the most talent and skills we have seen, which made the selection process extremely difficult and competitive!

This year, two Avon High School Teachers won Teacher Creativity Fellowship Grants from the Lilly Endowment. Meet them and find learn about the adventures they're planning.

Voter Registration during all lunch periods

Maryam Beg was awarded as the top student TV anchor in the state of Indiana by the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters.

Tryouts are underway for the AHS Cheerleading team. Please note these important dates, times, and deadlines.

Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley is back with an update on the progress being made with the Making Room for More renovation and expansion project.

March is Disability Awareness Month. In recognition of the occasion, and in celebration of our incredible students of all abilities, Dr. Wyndham sat down for a conversation about the Avon High School Work Study Program.

Congratulations to Avon World Guard and Avon Indoor. They both came home as Regional Champions at the WGI Regional in Chicago last weekend!

Orange Leaf Fundraiser-Avon TV

Speech and Debate Spring Showcase

Band Director Kevin Welborn took several of Avon High School's most talented musicians to visit students at White Oak Early Learning Center for a round of musical show-and-tell.

This season, for the first time, AHS has fielded three separate teams of student innovators and all three have qualified to compete in the state competition in March. Dr. Wyndham talks robotics with members of the Avon High School Roborioles.

Our JAG students just returned from the Career Development Conference where they swept the competition. Learn more about the competition and meet the students who will compete in State Finals in March.

Avon High School's reigning Large Ensemble State Champions brought home their third state title in three consecutive years. They not only earned the highest score to date but the highest score of the entire State Competition.

JAG Students Winner

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.

Teen Republicans meeting

Avon High School boys and girls bowling teams went undefeated in conference play this year. They continued to knock down the competition during the postseason.

Several Avon High School students won prestigious awards at the Scholastic Art and Writing competition. Meet the students and see their artworks.

Listen in as Dr. Wyndham talks teaching with Alyssa Hartsock from Avon High School (AHS class of '16), Levi Hawk from Avon Middle School North (class of '16), and Alek Edick from Avon Intermediate School West (class of '14).

LatinX Club spreading love

A large group of Avon High School students attended the Black Student Leadership Summit at Butler University on Friday, February 3.

Senior Katherine Langford became a 2x State Champion in Congress at the 2023 Indiana Schools Speech & Debate Association finals last weekend.

Abigail Hatfield credits the Avon Marching Black and Gold for preparing her to march across the AHS graduation stage this spring and to continue marching at the United States Military Academy this summer.  

STEM Tutoring, every Tuesday in B215 

Boys Volleyball call out meeting.

Last weekend, the Avon High School Debate Team had a strong showing at the District Debate Tournament. Two students qualified for 2023 Nationals in Arizona.

The Roborioles set a goal at the start of the seeason: to send all three teams to the State Championship match. Mission accomplished!

Avon High School has hired its next Varsity Football Coach. Rob Gibson brings his motivation, energy, and experience to the Orioles football program.

Choir Preview Night, 7pm

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.

Willow Center Community Director Chase Cotton will lead this interactive and informative community session on February 22. It is designed to equip parents and caregivers to talk to their children about substance use and mental health. Join us.

Yearbook Club Picture Day

Robotics Competition at AHS.

Avon High School Principal Matt Shockley is back with an update on the progress being made with the Making Room for More renovation and expansion project.

Avon Academy Coordinator — former AHS Assistant Principal — Kellie Rodkey, gives an overview of plans for the Academy, which is taking shape at the Administration Center.

Boys Volleyball Open Gym