The crossing is unblocked. All transportation will resume as normal. Students who walk across the tracks will no longer ride the shuttle bus.
about 2 months ago, Jenah Burkitt
Check outthe links for tonight's volleyball action against Fulton.

Fr/So and JV:
Check out Ashton-Franklin vs Fulton High School Girls' JuniorVarsity Volleyball livestreaming at 5:00pm
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/ashton/organization/7327/ashton-franklin-high-school/watch?ib=4468297

Varsity:
Check out Ashton-Franklin vs Fulton High School Girls' Varsity Volleyball livestreaming at 7:00pm
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/ashton/organization/7327/ashton-franklin-high-school/watch?ib=4468303
about 2 months ago, AFC Athletics
Don't forget your Homecoming tickets! You can purchase them in the office. $20 each.
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Transportation Notice – Franklin Grove

The railroad crossing on Elm Street in Franklin Grove is blocked. All students who typically walk and cross the tracks will take a shuttle bus and be dropped off at Living Waters Church, 121 W. North St., in Franklin Grove. Please also note that, due to this, both shuttle and route students may be running late this afternoon. If you would like to arrange a different transportation plan for your child, please contact Mrs. Wolf in the main office by 2:30 PM.
about 2 months ago, Jenah Burkitt

Please click the link to be taken to next week's edition of The Raider Report from AFC Elementary School.

about 2 months ago, Jenah Burkitt
It's Homecoming week! Don't forget your spirit wear. Tomorrow is Jet Lag day. Get your travel outfit ready!
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275

Budget Hearing and Regular Board Meeting are this Monday, September 21.

Board Meeting Agenda: https://5il.co/3vow1

Budget Hearing Agenda: https://5il.co/3vow2

about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
If you are unable to make the trip to Milledgeville for tonight's varsity football game use the link below to watch the livestream:

https://youtube.com/live/KqUSoZba43c?is=6PC4-XjovILOGZZY

about 2 months ago, AFC Athletics

Introducing our 2026-2027 AFC yearbook staff! 📸 We are so excited to see where this amazing group will go as they break ground on the next yearbook! 🎉

about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Homecoming Tickets are on sale now in the main office! Coronation is at 6:30 PM on September 26 in the Jr. High Gym.
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Next week is Homecoming Week! Start preparing now for the Dress Up Days. The class with the most participation will earn points towards earning a pizza party!
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
🎬🍿 What a wonderful evening at AFC Elementary! Last Friday, our Family Connection Committee hosted its Quarter 1 Family Connection Event: Movie on the Lawn. More than 50 students and their families joined us for a fun night of community and connection. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Tomorrow is Picture Day!

Ready, set, smile! Picture Day begins at 8:15 a.m. We can’t wait to see your smiling faces!

Please avoid wearing green shirts due to the green screen background.
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Save the Date for the Homecoming Parade and Bonfire! The whole community is welcome back to the school for a pep rally and bonfire after the parade. This year No Prep Tacos, Daughters Smokehouse, Main Squeeze Lemonade, and Roiel Scoop will be available! We hope you will join us to find out our Homecoming Court and cheer our teams on!
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
FR/SO and JV:
Check out Ashton-Franklin vs Morrison High School Girls' Freshman/Sophomore-JuniorVarsity Volleyball livestreaming at 5:00pm
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/ashton/organization/7327/ashton-franklin-high-school/watch?ib=4437494

Varsity:
Check out Ashton-Franklin vs Morrison High School Girls' Varsity Volleyball livestreaming at 7:00pm
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/ashton/organization/7327/ashton-franklin-high-school/watch?ib=4437503
about 2 months ago, AFC Athletics
Our Biology students put their scientific thinking to work by designing their own experiments to find out what keeps cut flowers fresh the longest!

Students are testing a variety of solutions, including:
Aspirin
Coconut water + bleach
Coconut water
Vinegar + sugar
Simple sugar syrup
Lemon juice + baking soda
Lemonade

Now we wait…

Which one do YOU think will keep the flowers freshest the longest? Drop your prediction in the comments!

We’ll check back to see which solution comes out on top!
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275
Picture Day is Thursday, September 17, beginning at 8:15 a.m.!

Please avoid wearing green shirts because photos will be taken with a green screen background.

Picture retakes are scheduled for October 8.
about 2 months ago, Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD #275

Please click the link to be taken to next week's edition of The Raider Report from AFC Elementary School.

2 months ago, Jenah Burkitt
Junior High Boys Basketball season starts in just 3 weeks from Monday. Boys will need to be registered on the SNAP mobile website, have a current physical on file, and have fees paid. Any questions please reach out to AD Andrew mcKay at amckay@afcschools.net

https://manage.snap.app/register/ashtonfranklin
2 months ago, AFC Athletics

Join us for Movie on the Lawn tonight at AFC Elementary School! The AFC Education Association will be selling concessions, with all proceeds going toward student scholarships. Our Student Leadership Team will also be selling raffle tickets for a chance to pie a teacher in the face—one ticket gives you one chance to win! Additionally, every student who attends tonight will have their name entered into a raffle to win a donut party for their class. We hope to see you there!

2 months ago, Jenah Burkitt