Calling all FFA members - come join us at our annual Christmas party! #AFCFFA
Biology students working on cellular movements by using eggs to demonstrate osmosis and diffusion.
The seniors in Constitution/Civics class conducted a mock trial this week. The mock trial court was a part of our studies of the Justice System.
Lee County was in driver’s education today to walk students through a traffic stop. They covered the documentation needed and appropriate behavior during a traffic stop.
Tomorrow's boys basketball game will be played at West Carroll Middle School in Mt. Carroll. The address is: 633 S. East St. Mt. Carroll.
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Raider of the Week is Back!
Congratulations to Kaleb Goldman for receiving Raider of the Week for basketball. Kaleb averaged a double-double in points and rebounds for the previous week. He is the son of Amanda Goldman and Bill Goldman.
We thank our sponsors AFC Athletic Boosters, Huddle Cafe & Mimini's Grocery Store, Ralphie & Lu Lu's, Rev on 38, Rooney's, and tmg designs for helping the Raider of the Week continue!
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During the "Food We Eat" Unit, the 8-2 class taste-tested different types of pickles and compared them to cucumbers, learning about how different ingredients change the taste. Some pickles were more well liked than others!
We have updated our district calendar and revised the student dismissal time on December 21st, our last day before Christmas break. The elementary will dismiss at 1:30pm and the Junior Senior High School will dismiss at 1:45.
ISO:
Seeking a 7th grade girls basketball coach! Season starts after Christmas break and runs through early March. If interested, please contact Mrs. Gittleson at
tgittleson@afcschools.net
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Schedule for 12/7-12/10
Wednesday, 12/7 - HS BKB vs. Annawan, 6:00.
Thursday, 12/8 - Var GBKB at Milledgeville, 6:00
HS WR vs. Morrison and Lena-Winslow (in Amboy), 5:30
Friday, 12/9 - HS BKB at West Carroll in Mt. Carroll, 6:00
HS WR @ Plano Tournament, 5:30
Saturday, 12/10 - 7/8 AB Rt. 72 Conference Tournament @ Winnebago, 8:00 am
Var GBKB Pearl City Tournament vs. Pearl City, 12:30 & Morrison, 3:30
JV BKB Freeport Aquin Tournament vs. Le-Win, 3:00 (another at 6:00 or 7:30)
HS WR @ Plano Tournament, 9:00
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Fun in 8th grade math this week. Kids earned chances to play the “unfair game” in math based on IXL bellwork scores. Here are some of the rewards!
The AFC 7th and 8th grade Academic Bowl teams both bring home a win after their meet this evening at Meridian Junior High. Well done!
Did you miss AFC on the Stateline Quiz Bowl this weekend? Tune in on youtube as AFC's team takes on Newman Central: https://youtu.be/wshC6lobuOU
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The AFC FFA and NHS rang bells for the Salvation Army on Saturday. #AFCFFA
The AFC FFA Alumni will meet on Tuesday, December 6 at 6 pm in the high school ag room. All parents are welcome. We’ll review and reaffirm our purpose and discuss activities for 2023. Past FFA membership not necessary!
Making pig barns with Mrs. Pratt- engineering in action.
About The Academy
The Academy at Sauk Valley Community College provides access to an engaging and rewarding college experience to high achieving high school seniors. The Academy is built on four educational tenants:
Academics: Challenge students with rigorous college classes and high academic standards
Leadership: Develop leadership skills by engaging students in discussions with some of the best community leaders in the Sauk Valley area
Service: Create and implement a service project that benefits the Sauk Valley area
Cultural, Historical and Scientific Appreciation: Develop more appreciation of the world by having some of Sauk's best faculty lead them on local educational excursions and experiences.
Attend the informational meeting next week to learn more! https://www.svcc.edu/students/dual-credit/academy/
Oliver and Bentley, our resident rabbits, visited the 8-2 students today while they worked through an assignment about selecting the right equipment to meet animal needs, including bedding, feeders and waterers.
Schedule of Events for 12/2-12/10
Friday, 12/2: HS BKB @ Ottawa Marquette, 5:30
Saturday, 12/3: 6th BKB @ Steward Tournament, 11:00
7/8 BKB @ Route 72 Tournament in Pecatonica, TBA
HS GBKB @ Amboy Shootout vs. Somonauk, 11:00
HS WR @ Seneca Tournament, 9:00
Monday, 12/5: 7/8 AB at Stillman Valley, 3:45
Tuesday, 12/6: HS GBKB vs. Eastland, 7:00
Wednesday, 12/7: HS BKB vs. Annawan, 6:00
Thursday, 12/8: HS GBKB @ Milledgeville, 6:00
HS WR vs. Morrison & Le-Win in Amboy, 5:30
Friday, 12/9: HS BKB @ West Carroll (Mt. Carroll), 6:00
HS WR @ Plano Tournament 5:30
Saturday, 12/10: 7/8 AB @ Route 72 Conference Tournament, TBA
HS GBKB @ Pearl City Tournament vs. Pearl City, 12:30 & vs. Morrison, 3:30
JV BKB @ Freeport Aquin Tournament vs. Le-Win, 3:00 & either 6:00 or 7:30
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