Today at Avon Elementary, we celebrated Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌❤️🐬

We are so grateful for our incredible bus drivers and attendants who safely transport our students each and every day. To show our appreciation, we surprised them with goodie bags and special treats as a small thank-you for all they do.

Your dedication, care, and commitment do not go unnoticed—we appreciate you more than words can say!

#BusDriverAppreciationDay #AvonElementary #ThankYou
about 1 month ago, Avon Elementary
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026. CLose up of the poem and tag on the bag.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.
AES Bus driver with goodie bag for Bus Driver Appreciation day 2026.

🎉 Avon Elementary Spirit Day is HERE this Friday! 🎉

Get ready for our AES Color War on Friday, April 24th! 🌈 Show your school spirit by wearing your grade level color:

💙 Kindergarten – Blue
🖤 1st Grade – Black
❤️ 2nd Grade – Red
💖 3rd Grade – Pink
💜 4th Grade – Purple
💚 5th Grade – Green

Let’s come together, show our pride, and rock our colors! We can’t wait to see everyone representing their grade level! 🐬💙

about 2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Colorful Avon Elementary flyer promoting “Spirit Day” on Friday, April 24. Theme is “Color War,” encouraging students and staff to wear grade-level colors. Listed colors are: Kindergarten – blue; 1st grade – black; 2nd grade – red; 3rd grade – pink; 4th grade – purple; 5th grade – green. The design features a blue dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap and a bright rainbow background with the phrase “Let’s rock our colors!”
🎓✨ Kindergarten Round-Up Night at Avon Elementary! ✨🎓

Join us Tuesday, May 5th at 5:30 PM to learn more about our Kindergarten program and register for the 2026–2027 school year!

📍 705 W. Winthrop St., Avon Park
📞 (863) 452-4355

We look forward to meeting our future students and families! 💙

🎓✨ ¡Noche de Bienvenida de Kindergarten en Avon Elementary! ✨🎓

Acompáñenos el martes 5 de mayo a las 5:30 p. m. para obtener más información sobre nuestro programa de Kindergarten y registrarse para el año escolar 2026–2027.

📍 705 W. Winthrop St., Avon Park
📞 (863) 452-4355

¡Esperamos conocer a nuestros futuros estudiantes y sus familias! 💙
about 2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Flyer for Avon Elementary Kindergarten Round-Up Night. Event is Tuesday, May 5th at 5:30 PM. Families are invited to learn about the kindergarten program and register for the 2026–2027 school year. Location: 705 W. Winthrop Street, Avon Park. Phone: (863) 452-4355. The design includes a dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap, colorful banners, a chalkboard reading “Register Now,” a globe, books, and colored pencils.
Spanish-language flyer for Avon Elementary Kindergarten Welcome Night. Text reads: “Escuela Primaria Avon Kindergarten Noche de Bienvenida.” Families are invited to attend Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 p.m. to learn more about the kindergarten program and register for the 2026–2027 school year. Location: 705 W. Winthrop Street, Avon Park. Phone: (863) 452-4355. The design includes a dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap, colorful banners, a chalkboard reading “Registre ahora,” a globe, books, and colored pencils.

🍩 PTO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser Order and Money Due TOMORROW! 🍩

Avon Elementary PTO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser Money Due tomorrow

Avon Elementary School PTO is excited to be closing off our FIRST Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! We are raising funds to support our students, school events, and campus needs, and we need your help to make it a success!

What’s for Sale?

  • Original Glazed Donuts – $16 per dozen

  • Specialty Donuts (Chocolate Iced, Kreme Filled, Raspberry Filled) – $18 per dozen

  • Ground Coffee (Regular or Decaf) – $10 per bag

Fundraiser Dates:
April 2nd – April 17th

All order forms & money are due:
April 17th
(Return packets to your homeroom teacher or the front office)

Pickup Information:
Pickup date and details will be announced soon.

Our School Goal:
We are working to raise $5,000 to support our Dolphin family!

Top Seller Incentives (K–2 & 3–5):

  • Top Seller: Choice of Beats Solo headphones OR a Hoverboard

  • 2nd Place: $50 Walmart Gift Card

  • 3rd Place: $25 McDonald’s Gift Card

Student Incentives:

  • Sell 10 dozen donuts and earn a special edition Dolphin keychain

  • If we reach our school goal, every student who sells at least ONE item will receive popcorn and a drink!

Thank you for always supporting our students, our school, and our PTO. We can’t wait to see our Dolphin family make this fundraiser a huge success!

#DolphinPride #AESPTO #KrispyKremeFundraiser #SupportOurSchool

about 2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Colorful flyer for an Avon Elementary PTO Krispy Kreme fundraiser featuring donuts, coffee, and dolphin graphics. It advertises original glazed donuts for $16 per dozen and specialty donuts (chocolate iced, kreme filled, raspberry filled) for $18 per dozen, plus ground coffee (regular or decaf) for $10 per bag. Fundraiser runs April 2–April 17, with order packets due April 17. School goal is $5,000. Incentives include prizes for top sellers (headphones or hoverboard, $50 Walmart gift card, $25 McDonald’s gift card) and a dolphin keychain for students who sell 10 dozen. A school-wide reward offers popcorn and a drink if the goal is met. Pickup details will be announced later.
📚✨ AES PM3 Testing 2026 is Coming Up! ✨📚

Avon Elementary students will be participating in PM3 testing on the following dates:

⭐ Kindergarten
• Wednesday 4/22 – ELA
• Wednesday 4/29 – Math

⭐ 1st Grade
• Thursday 4/23 – ELA
• Thursday 4/30 – Math

⭐ 2nd Grade
• Thursday 4/23 – ELA
• Thursday 4/30 – Math

⭐ 3rd Grade
• Tuesday 5/5 – ELA
• Thursday 5/7 – Math

⭐ 4th Grade
• Tuesday 5/5 – ELA
• Thursday 5/7 – Math

⭐ 5th Grade
• Tuesday 5/5 – ELA
• Thursday 5/7 – Math
• Monday 5/11 – Science

✅ Help your child be ready for success:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy breakfast (Breakfast is served at school until 7:20 AM)
• Arrive to school on time

We are proud of our students and know they will do their best!❤️🐬 #AvonElementary #PM3Testing
about 2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Flyer titled “AES PM3 2026 Testing Schedule” for Avon Elementary. The schedule lists testing dates by grade: Kindergarten: Wednesday 4/22 ELA; Wednesday 4/29 Math 1st Grade: Thursday 4/23 ELA; Thursday 4/30 Math 2nd Grade: Thursday 4/23 ELA; Thursday 4/30 Math 3rd Grade: Tuesday 5/5 ELA; Thursday 5/7 Math 4th Grade: Tuesday 5/5 ELA; Thursday 5/7 Math 5th Grade: Tuesday 5/5 ELA; Thursday 5/7 Math; Monday 5/11 Science Design features a chalkboard-style background with a dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap, a sun drawing in the corner, and six white boxes displaying each grade level’s schedule.
Happy Assistant Principal’s Week to our amazing Mrs. Reser! 🎉❤️

Thank you for everything you do for Avon Elementary School each and every day. Your leadership, dedication, and care for our students and staff do not go unnoticed. You bring positivity, encouragement, and a strong sense of community to AES, and we are so grateful for the impact you make! 🌟📚

We appreciate your hard work, your support, and the way you go above and beyond for everyone in our school family 💫

#AvonElementary #AssistantPrincipalWeek #ThankYou #AESStrong #SchoolLeaders #Gratitude #MakingADifference ❤️
2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Graphic celebrating Assistant Principal’s Week at Avon Elementary School. The design features a chalkboard-style background with the text “We love our assistant principal” and a red heart. In the center is a portrait of a smiling woman with curly light brown hair and glasses, wearing a red polka dot top, standing outdoors with greenery behind her. Surrounding the image are colorful school-themed drawings including a sun, rainbow, chalk, an apple, a globe, and a cartoon dolphin wearing a graduation cap.
🐬✨ Avon Elementary PTO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser ✨🐬

Avon Elementary School PTO is excited to kick off our FIRST Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! We are raising funds to support our students, school events, and campus needs, and we need your help to make it a success!

🍩 What’s for Sale?

Original Glazed Donuts – $16 per dozen
Specialty Donuts (Chocolate Iced, Kreme Filled, Raspberry Filled) – $18 per dozen
Ground Coffee (Regular or Decaf) – $10 per bag
📅 Fundraiser Dates:
April 2nd – April 17th

📝 All order forms & money are due:
April 17th
(Return packets to your homeroom teacher or the front office)

📦 Pickup Information:
Pickup date and details will be announced soon.

🎯 Our School Goal:
We are working to raise $5,000 to support our Dolphin family!

🏆 Top Seller Incentives (K–2 & 3–5):

🥇 Top Seller: Choice of Beats Solo headphones OR a Hoverboard
🥈 2nd Place: $50 Walmart Gift Card
🥉 3rd Place: $25 McDonald’s Gift Card
🎉 Student Incentives:

Sell 10 dozen donuts and earn a special edition Dolphin keychain
If we reach our school goal, every student who sells at least ONE item will receive popcorn and a drink!
💙 Thank you for always supporting our students, our school, and our PTO. We can’t wait to see our Dolphin family make this fundraiser a huge success!

🐬🍩✨

#DolphinPride #AESPTO #KrispyKremeFundraiser #SupportOurSchool
2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Avon Elementary PTO Krispy Kreme fundraiser flyer with a dolphin theme. The flyer advertises donut and coffee sales, including original glazed donuts for $16 per dozen, specialty donuts (chocolate iced, kreme filled, raspberry filled) for $18 per dozen, and ground coffee (regular or decaf) for $10 per bag. Fundraiser runs April 2–April 17, with order forms due April 17; pickup details will be announced later. The school’s goal is $5,000. Incentives include prizes for top sellers (headphones or hoverboard, $50 Walmart gift card, $25 McDonald’s gift card), a dolphin keychain for students who sell 10 dozen, and a school-wide reward of popcorn and a drink if the goal is reached. Decorative images show donuts, coffee, and cartoon dolphins.
Avon Elementary Families 🐬❤️

There will be no school this Friday.

🚫 No AES Daycare

Enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, April 6th.

Have a safe and relaxing weekend! 🌼
2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Decorative school announcement image featuring a smiling cartoon dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap. The dolphin stands among colorful spring flowers with butterflies, a sun, and a cloud in the background. Large, bright text reads “No School Friday!”
🎉 Fin-tastic Friday at Avon Elementary! 🐟✨

Get ready to spread some positivity on March 27th by wearing your favorite Positive Vibes T-shirt! 🌈💛

Let’s fill our school with kindness, smiles, and great energy all day long. We can’t wait to see everyone’s uplifting messages and bright styles!

#AvonElementary #FintasticFriday #PositiveVibes #SpreadKindness
2 months ago, Avon Elementary
A vertical flyer with a light beige background and orange decorative shapes in the corners. The text reads: “Fin-tastic Friday. Wear a Positive Vibes T-shirt. March 27th.” Small star icons separate the lines of text.
✏️📚 Avon Elementary BEST Writing Test 📚✏️

🗓️ Tuesday, March 31st
👩‍🏫 4th & 5th Grade

Students will be taking the computer-based writing test. 💻✍️
Please make sure your child arrives to school on time and ready to do their best! ⭐

#AvonElementary #BESTWritingTest #StudentSuccess #TestDay #DoYourBest
2 months ago, Avon Elementary
Promotional school flyer for Avon Elementary’s BEST Writing Test. The design features a red, white, and blue color scheme with a white center panel and angled red and blue borders. At the top, large blue text reads “Avon Elementary BEST Writing Test.” Below, a red rounded banner with white text states “Tuesday March 31st” and “4th & 5th Grade.” Under the banner, blue text explains: “Students will be taking the computer based writing test. Please make sure your child arrives to school on time.” In the bottom right corner, a smiling cartoon dolphin mascot wearing an “Avon” shirt holds a pencil, reinforcing the school theme.
Need something to do over Spring Break that's FREE and FUN? Head to one of our local libraries and see Stella 🐾 and Janie 🐾, our local Therapy Dogs that work with the HSCO, and both LOVE to READ! 📖

Highlands County Library Schedule: Spring Break with Therapy Dogs.
📖 Avon Park: Tues, March 17 @ 11 am
📖 Sebring: Wed, March 18 @ 11 am
📖 Lake Placid: Thursday, March 19 @ 11 am.
3 months ago, Avon Elementary
Two therapy dogs sit on a rug in a children’s library section. A small brown, white, and black corgi with its tongue out sits beside a taller gray dog; both wear alphabet-print bandanas. Bookshelves filled with children’s books line the space, and a small sign on a table reads, “Meet our Therapy Dogs: Stella & Janie!” with adults and a child browsing in the background.
Flyer for the Highlands County Library System titled “Spring Break with Therapy Dogs.” Event dates and locations: Avon Park Public Library, Tuesday, March 17 at 11 a.m.; Sebring Public Library, Wednesday, March 18 at 11 a.m.; Lake Placid Memorial Library, Thursday, March 19 at 11 a.m. Logos for the County of Highlands, Heartland Library Cooperative, and the Highlands County Sheriff’s Office are displayed. A circular badge shows two therapy dogs, Stella and Janie, with the words “Highlands County Therapy Dogs – Sheriff’s Office – Instilling Hope.”

📢 Avon Elementary – 3rd Quarter Parent Conference Sign-Up

It’s time to schedule your child’s 3rd Quarter Report Card Parent Conference!

Please click on the attached document and select your child’s teacher. You will be directed to SignupGenius.com, where you can choose an appointment time that works best for your family.

🔹 In-person conferences are required for 3rd quarter.
🔹 Conferences will be held the week of March 30th.
🔹 Each teacher has their own schedule listed within their link with their days and times.
🔹 If a teacher’s name is not in blue, they have sent home separate report card sign-up information.

https://tinyurl.com/AES3rdQtrConferences

If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher through the Rooms message portal.

We look forward to meeting with you!

3 months ago, Avon Elementary
Gemini said To ensure this image is ADA-compliant and accessible for screen readers, the alt text needs to capture both the informative text and the visual context. Alt Text Educational flyer for Avon Elementary featuring the school's mascot—a blue dolphin wearing a graduation cap—standing in a school hallway with blue lockers. The headline reads "Avon Elementary: 3rd QUARTER REPORT CARD PARENT CONFERENCES." Additional text states, "Conferences start week of March 30th" and "CLICK THE LINK IN THE MESSAGE TO SCHEDULE." A banner in the background says "HOME OF THE DOLPHINS!"
🌸☀️ Avon Elementary Spring Break coming soon! ☀️🌸

📅 March 16th–20th
🚫 No School & No AES Daycare

We hope our students and families enjoy a fun, safe, and relaxing Spring Break! 🏖️🌼

We look forward to welcoming our Dolphins back on Monday, March 23rd! 💙

#AvonElementary #SpringBreak #EnjoyYourBreak
3 months ago, Avon Elementary
Colorful beach-themed graphic announcing Avon Elementary Spring Break, March 16–20. Text reads “Spring Break! March 16th–20th. No School & No AES Daycare. See students back Monday, March 23rd.” The image shows a cartoon dolphin wearing a graduation cap holding a beach ball on a sandy beach with ocean water, a smiling sun wearing sunglasses, butterflies, flowers, a kite, a bucket and shovel, flip-flops, and tropical plants.
Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment is here! Lock in future college costs at today’s rates. New options include 1-year plans and payments as low as $29/month. 🎓

Secure your child’s future today: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/flprepaid
3 months ago, The School Board of Highlands County
Risk-free college savings starting at $29/mo. Florida Prepaid
📣 Calling All Incoming 5th Graders Headed to APMS! 📣

Are you interested in becoming an APMS Cheerleader for the 2026–2027 season? 🎉

Join us for our Mandatory APMS Cheer Parent Meeting to get all the important details!

🗓 March 30, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 APMS Commons

‼️ At least ONE parent/guardian MUST attend for a student to be eligible to try out.

At the meeting, we will cover:
✔️ Important Tryout Information for the 2026–27 Season
✔️ Season Overview (including mandatory dates)
✔️ Team Commitment & Expectations

Stay connected for updates and upcoming tryout information:
📘 Facebook: @APMS CHEERLEADING
📸 Instagram: @APMS_CHEERLEADING2018

Questions?
📧 deancl@highlands.k12.fl.us
📧 potts@highlands.k12.fl.us

We can’t wait to meet our future APMS cheerleaders! ❤️📣
3 months ago, Avon Elementary
Red and white graphic flyer titled “Mandatory APMS Cheer Parent Meeting.” The flyer includes a photo of cheerleaders in red and white uniforms holding pom-poms. Text states that the meeting will cover important tryout information for the 2026–27 season, a season overview with mandatory dates, and team commitment and expectations. The meeting is March 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the APMS Commons. At least one parent or guardian must attend for a student to be eligible to try out. Contact emails listed are deancl@highlands.k12.fl.us and potts@highlands.k12.fl.us . Social media accounts shown are Facebook: APMS Cheerleading and Instagram: @APMS_CHEERLEADING2018.
✨💎 Fin-tastic Friday at Avon Elementary! 💎✨

Get ready to shine bright like a diamond!

On Friday, February 27th, we’re celebrating in sparkling style — wear your glitter, sequins, and sparkle to school! 🌟

Let’s light up Avon Elementary with our shine! ✨🐟

#AvonElementary #FintasticFriday #ShineBright #SchoolSpirit
3 months ago, Avon Elementary
Gold glitter background with large red text reading, “Shine Bright Like a Diamond.” Below in black text: “February 27th.” At the bottom, smaller black text reads, “Fintastic Friday.
Happy School Resource Officer Day! 🎉

Thank you, Deputy DeShazo, for working so hard to keep Avon Elementary safe. We appreciate the way you connect with our students and staff and the pride you show in being a true AES Dolphin supporter! 🐬💙

We are lucky to have you! #AESDolphins
4 months ago, Avon Elementary
Collage on a black background with school-themed drawings including a sun, rainbow, chalk, apple, globe, and a dolphin next to the words “THANK YOU.” The collage features multiple photos of a uniformed school resource officer interacting with students and staff at a school. In the photos, the officer is pictured sitting at a desk, standing with students in a classroom and hallway, posing with a staff member, and holding a small black pig outdoors.
💙🐬 Celebrating School Counselor Week at Avon Elementary! 🐬💙

We proudly celebrate and honor Mrs. Ogburn for the incredible heart, dedication, and compassion she brings to Avon Elementary every single day.

Mrs. Ogburn’s love for our AES Dolphin students is nothing short of superb. She is a constant source of encouragement, wisdom, and support — helping our students navigate challenges, build confidence, and believe in themselves. Whether she’s offering a listening ear, guiding problem-solving conversations, or celebrating student successes, she makes a lasting impact on our school community.

Her kindness creates a safe space.
Her guidance builds strong character.
Her dedication changes lives.

We are beyond grateful for the care and commitment she pours into our Dolphins each day. 💙

Thank you, Mrs. Ogburn, for being such an important part of the AES family. You make our school a better place! 🌟🐬
4 months ago, Avon Elementary
Graphic with a dark chalkboard background bordered on the top and bottom with colorful crayons. Large white text in the center reads, “THANK YOU for all you do.” An Avon Elementary dolphin mascot wearing a graduation cap appears above the text. Four photos surround the message: top left shows Mrs. Ogburn wearing a bright yellow rain jacket outside; top right shows Mrs. Ogburn and another staff member holding colorful gift bags in a hallway; bottom left shows Mrs. Ogburn smiling with two students; bottom right shows Mrs. Ogburn and another staff member posing with a dolphin mascot in front of a holiday backdrop.

📚 Avon Elementary Book Fair is Coming this week! 📚

We’re excited to welcome students and families to our AES Book Fair, happening:

📅 February 16–20
📖 Students will have opportunities to visit the Book Fair during the school day to browse and purchase books.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Night:
📅Thursday, February 19
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Families are invited to shop together and find great books for home!

💳 eWallet Available!
eWallet is a secure, digital payment option that allows parents to preload funds so students can shop independently—no cash needed.

Click this link to get access the eWallet setup: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/avonelementaryschool2

🔗 View the flyer & learn more:
https://tinyurl.com/AESbookfair2026

Thank you for supporting reading at Avon Elementary! 📖❤️

#AvonElementary #AESBookFair #BookFairFun #FamilyReading #LoveToRead

4 months ago, Avon Elementary
Scholastic Book Fair promotional graphic with a blue background and bold text reading, “Best. Invite. Ever! Come to our Scholastic Book Fair.” Below the text, three smiling elementary-age children sit in front of bookshelves, holding and reading colorful books at a school book fair.
Promotional graphic for Scholastic Book Fair eWallet. The text reads "Book Fair eWallet: The easy way for kids to pay!" The image features a red wallet icon and yellow decorative stars and a lightning bolt against a green background.
Our hearts are full at Avon Elementary! ❤️

A massive thank you to the wonderful people at the Crystal Lake Club for their generous donation of Valentine boxed cards. Because of your kindness, our students are all set to share smiles and sweet messages with their friends this week.

It’s neighbors like you who make our school community shine. Thank you for making sure every student can participate in the fun! 💌🏫

#AvonElementary #CrystalLakeClub #CommunitySupport #ValentinesDay #SpreadKindness
4 months ago, Avon Elementary
Cornell principal and ladies from Crystal Lake Club who were dropping off a tub of boxed Valentine Cards for our students.