🌟🎶 Mark your calendars! Our school band concert is happening on May 8th at 6 PM in the High School Gymnasium! 🎷❤️ A huge thank you to our talented student, Samyrah Richardson, for designing the fantastic poster! ✨
The athletes that have been competing at the track meet in Commerce today are on the way home. They are expected to be at the school around 5:40PM.
Junior High Powerlifters please bring your powerlifting shirt tomorrow so that you can get your group picture taken for the yearbook!
🎉 Come and join us for dinner and a show Tomorrow night!! 🍽️ Our talented Drama class is thrilled to present "Sam Shovel Private Eye!" 🤩 Seats are limited, so make sure to reserve your spot by filling out the Google form below! Who's excited for a night of fun? 🎭✨ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTbDR589Bqe8TrdxUqsRtqRJEG4MwkEPzYQpwjwVEgDTUNIQ/viewform?usp=sharing
**Reminder**
Athletes who are in grades 7th- 12th, all cookie dough fundraiser orders and money are due in the office tomorrow, Monday, April 28th.
🚨Reminder: All 7th-12th grade athletes-cookie dough orders and money need to be turned in tomorrow 4/28!
Don't miss the chance to check out the new safe room. Tonight during parent teacher conferences we will be opening the safe room for Chili and Cinnamon Rolls. Dinner will be from 5:00-6:00. It will be $10 a plate and proceeds are going to help our new drama classes get stage curtains.
🚨 Parent Reminder: Parent Teacher conferences this evening from 3:30-6:30.
Pre-Enrollment for high school students during conferences.
Chili/Cinnamon Roll feed in the new safe room 5:00-6:30.
🦅 2024-2025 Junior HighTeacher of the Year 🦅
Congratulations to the 24-25 Junior High Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Natasha Hiseley!
Natasha Hiseley has been named Middle School Teacher of the Year, recognized for her passion and skills as an English teacher. Her engaging approach inspires students to develop a love for reading and writing, while fostering critical thinking and creativity. With a strong ability to connect with each student, Natasha's dedication and support make her an exceptional educator.
Here are some kind comments & feedback from colleagues:
🧡 She has really taken the role of a great Junior High teacher. She cares so much for her students and their education. She has gone above and beyond what's expected.
🧡 Mrs. Hiseley has worked hard with all the students this year. She has managed to keep them learning while still keeping things fun. She is a Christ like example to us all everyday. I really appreciate her smile and good attitude with all the children and her co-workers.
🧡 She has done an amazing job this year of helping to get our junior high back in order. You can tell she cares about her students by the way she talks about them, her engaging lessons, the way the students talk about her, and just her energy that she brings to work everyday.
Help us to congratulate our Junior High Teacher of the year, Mrs. Natasha Hiseley!
🦅 2024-2025 High School Teacher of the Year 🦅
Congratulations to the 24-25 High School Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Dezari Pierce!
Dezari Pierce's recognition as High School Teacher of the Year highlights her exceptional ability to make FACS engaging and accessible. Her passion for teaching, supportive classroom environment, and dedication to her students' success make her an outstanding educator who inspires both learning and critical thinking.
Here are some kind comments & feedback from colleagues:
🧡 She's done a great job with the junior class and has quickly won the respect of many students.
🧡 Works hard and took on a tough job to fill and did great.
🧡Dez consistently goes above and beyond in every aspect of her role—both in and out of the classroom. Her passion for Family and Consumer Sciences is matched only by her dedication to her students’ personal and professional growth. She doesn’t just teach content she teaches life skills, leadership, and confidence.
🧡 She came in following a very good teacher and actually excelled and improved the program in addition she took the Jr. class sponsorship and ran with it being the point person on fundraisers and prom.
Join us in congratulating our High School Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Dezari Pierce!
🦅2024-2025 Elementary Teacher of the Year 🦅
Congratulations to the 24-25 Elementary teacher of the year, Mr. David Markes!
David Markes' recognition as Elementary School Teacher of the Year highlights his exceptional ability to make math, science, and social studies engaging and accessible. His passion for teaching, supportive classroom environment, and dedication to his students' success make him an outstanding educator who inspires both learning and critical thinking.
Here are some kind comments & feedback from colleagues:
🧡 David has been a positive influence, and encourages all of his students.
🧡 David works very hard to help his students to succeed.
🧡He always seems very engaged with his students in a very positive way. I never hear him say anything negative about students, just their positive traits. He does fun, engaging assignments with his students (that my middle schoolers still talk about). He's a positive male figure for all students, and always seems very happy to be here. I also love how he takes interest in all students, not just his own.
🧡 He's maintained interest and involvement of his students year after year and kids love him!
🧡 He has shown his dedication to his students through the many years of service at Afton School.
Help us in congratulating our Elementary Teacher of the Year, David Markes!
🩸 Blood Donors Needed Today!
We have 4 donation slots still open and would love your support.
📍 Afton Gymnasium
🕒 Happening now!
Your donation could help save a life. 💪
The 5th-8th grade track meet scheduled at Commerce today (Wednesday) has been canceled.
Gym Rat Basketball Camp Information
Where: Afton High School Gym
Who: Boys and Girls entering Grades 3rd – 8th
When: May 27th – 29th
Time: 9:00-10:30 AM
Cost: $40 ($20 for any additional camper)
Bring Your Own Basketball (If Possible)
Forms Due: May 15th (Late entries will be accepted we will just not be able to guarantee a t-shirt)
Pick up a form at any of the school offices!!
Baseball will be live streamed today at the following link @ 1PM-
https://garberwolverines.tv/schedule/
📣 We are proud to announce that Afton High School's Abigail Osterberger and Keilah Dickenson have been recognized as Academic All-Staters in Cheerleading! This prestigious recognition highlights their academic achievements, requiring a minimum ACT score of 25, a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher, and at least three years of varsity cheerleading. Only 25 athletes are selected in the state of Oklahoma and 2 of them are Afton Eagles! These remarkable young women exemplify the balance of academic excellence and athletic commitment. Congratulations, Abigail and Keilah! 🧡 🖤
Alumni Game reminder! We still need 6-7 more girls to play a girls only game, and we are also still accepting guys who want to play! Please let Coach Cottrell know if you would like to join!
Do you have a child that will be attending high school next year? Join us this Thursday, during Parent-Teacher Conferences to complete your child's enrollment.
🚨 SOFTBALL & BASEBALL UPDATE: District play has now been moved from Thursday 4/24 to Tuesday 4/22. Softball at Hominy @ 12PM. Baseball at Garber starting @ 1PM.
🚨 Baseball Update: Baseball games scheduled for today 4/21 have been cancelled.