Good afternoon, Husky Families!

We have officially reached the halfway mark of the first nine weeks! This Thursday, student progress reports will be available online through Parent Access. This milestone marks a perfect opportunity to sit down with your student to reflect on their successes, navigate any challenges, and collaborate on setting meaningful goals for the remainder of the quarter and the school year ahead.

We also have plenty of exciting ways to show our school pride this week, starting with our student-athletes. Our soccer teams have two away games this week: Monday at Timber Springs and Thursday at Legacy. We would love to see a great turnout to cheer them on! Additionally, tomorrow night from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, we are hosting an AMS Spirit Night at Oh So Sweet in the Avalon Marketplace. Please consider stopping by for a delicious dessert and be sure to mention AMS at checkout to support our school.

Finally, don't forget that yearbooks are on sale (flyer below). September offers the lowest price of the year, so be sure to secure your copy today. If you have an eighth grader and are interested in purchasing a dedicated 8th-grade yearbook ad to celebrate their journey, those spaces are filling up fast, so please reserve yours as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued partnership and support, and have a wonderful week!

Principal, Avalon Middle School

Wednesday's - Wear school color, school shirt day's

Friday's - Wear College Shirts, jersey's, colors

14th - Soccer @ Timber Springs 5:30pm/6:30pm

14th Spirit Night at Oh So Sweet Avalon in the Marketplace

15th - Final PM1 Makeup Day for Math and ELA

17th - Soccer @ Legacy Makeup game 5:30/6:30pm

17th - Progress Reports available on Parent Access

21st - School Picture Day

21st-25th Start with Hello Week

22nd - Soccer @ Luminary 5:30/6:30pm

24th - Resiliency Day (Modified Bell Schedule)

25th - Pink and Pages Day - Wear Pink, read a book, and Share Kindness!

28th - Soccer Playoffs

28th - SAC Meeting 5pm Media Center

30th - Soccer Playoffs

5th - Soccer Playoffs

5th - Band Beginning Band Recital 6pm - 7:30pm Cafeteria  (was moved from Oct 6th due to an event with TC Band program)

8th - Band/Orchestra Fall Concert AMS Cafeteria

8th - Soccer Playoffs

9th - End of 1st Marking Period

12th - Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

13th - First Day of 2nd Marking Period

14th - Chorus/MT Fall Showcase Dress Rehearsal 3:15pm-4:45pm Cafeteria

13-15th Soccer Championship

21st - Chorus/Musical theater Fall Showcase

22nd - 1st Nine Weeks Report Cards available in Parent Access

26th - SAC Meeting 5pm Media Center

28th - 1st Volleyball Game

We are raising funds to support the Avalon Middle School Athletic Programs and create a stronger, more connected school community for all AMS students!

Your donations directly support our athletes by helping provide essential equipment, facility/field improvements, athletic training supplies, celebrations/awards, and much more. But the impact goes beyond our athletes. We are investing in the overall student experience at Avalon Middle School—a strong athletic program builds school spirit, teamwork, leadership, school pride, and a stronger sense of community for everyone.

Every donation, big or small, helps us create better opportunities and memorable experiences for our entire Husky family.

Ready to build, design, and create? The PLTW (Project Lead The Way) Club is kicking off the school year with hands-on STEM activities, including rocketry, robotics, 3D printing, CAD, and more!

Important Note for Parents & Students: A signed parental consent form is required for students to participate in club activities. 

Ms. Ludwick's 8th Grade PLTW class practiced their knowledge of atomic structure with a Candy Atom lab.

Creative Butterfly Club will meet Wednesday's after school.  If you are interested see Ms. Alejo and turn in your permission slip.  

Dress Rehearsal for Jr. Thespians’ Winter Showcase is November 2 from 4-6 in the cafeteria.

Jr. Thespians’ Winter Showcase is November 3 at 6:00 in the cafeteria.

Jr. Thespians District Festival is Saturday, November 7th at University High School. 

September 28th

October 26th

Reminder: E-Scooters and E-Bikes will not be allowed to be used a mode of transportation to and from school. Families have until September 8th to transition to a new mode of transportation for their student, which means starting Tuesday they are no longer allowed.  

 

If your school students ride a Bike to school, please take time to review safety procedures with them and ensure they understand the rules and regulations that apply. Safe riding practices help protect not only your student but also others on the road and sidewalks.

 

• Florida Statutes §316.2065 (Bicycle Regulations)

 

Safety Reminders for Families:

• Helmets are strongly encouraged (and required by law for riders under 16).

• Riders should obey all traffic signals and posted signs. 

• Riders should dismount their Bike before crossing a crosswalk.

• Night riding requires lights and reflective gear for visibility.

 

Please ensure that your student locks their transportation appropriately in the designated bike rack. OCPS is not responsible for theft, loss, or damage to devices brought onto its property.

 

If you have questions, please reach out to the Office of Occupational Safety and Health at OfficeofSafety@ocps.net. 

All OCPS students will eat for “No Charge” in schools this year. Our “Breakfast Grab n Go” will be available daily at the bus loop and in the courtyard. Lunch will be available in our beautiful café to all students. We will also be selling many a la carte items that can be paid for with cash, check, or credit card through School Pay. Any additional money will go directly into the student's account for future purchases.  

Parents can view the school meals at: 

https://schools.mealviewer.com/results/avalon 

 

Any student requiring a special diet due to allergies/special needs, please complete the "Special Diet Order" form. Once approved by our FNS Nutritionist, we will be able to prepare meals. All special diet breakfast and lunch meals will be served on the line with the yellow dangler. Look for the cashier wearing a “Yellow Apron". Special diet forms are available thru the OCPS website or thru the link:  

  

https://www.ocps.net/departments/food_and_nutrition_services/special_diets_for_food_allergies 

  

Please go to the OCPS.net website to Food and Nutrition Services for additional information and forms. Please contact our cafe manager, Francis Soltes at 407-207-7839 for any questions or concerns. 

  

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