We are excited to announce our AFCES Holiday Dress-Up Days! A note was sent home with students on Monday, December 6th.

5-11 Vaccination Clinic Reminder: Tomorrow from 3pm-6pm we will hold our second dose Vaccination Clinic for 5-11 year olds at the Elementary School.
The high school girls' game scheduled for Thursday, 12/9 against Milledgeville has been postponed. New date will be posted as soon as it is confirmed!
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The boys' games at Annawan tomorrow night can be viewed online using the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb-jWTBDTwMQ1Kv9ozE33nA/live
The girls' games at Eastland tomorrow night can be viewed online at NFHS.com (subscription required).
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Given the increasing COVID-19 transmission rate in our area this is a good time to remind all guests the MASKS ARE REQUIRED for ALL GUESTS to AFC Schools WITHOUT EXCEPTION. Our goal is to keep everyone safe and keep our schools open to in person learning and maintain indoor sports and activities.
Please select the link below for information regarding positive cases of COVID-19 at the Junior High/High School and the Elementary School.
https://5il.co/12rlx
Please join AFC Jr/Sr High School spirit days!

Please select the link below for information regarding positive cases of COVID-19 at the Junior High/High School and the Elementary School.
https://5il.co/12k1j
Unfortunately an opponent for another 6th grade game tomorrow, 12/1 couldn't be found. Therefore, the 5/6 boys basketball season is over for the year. Coach Thompson will be in touch about collection of uniforms.
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Please enjoy AFC Jr/Sr High School's monthly newsletter! https://www.smore.com/e53gz
Tomorrow is the last day to order the new FFA shirts! Make sure you get your order in #AFCFFA
https://stores.inksoft.com/ashton_franklin_ffa_180643/shop/home
Due to the shortage of officials, the 6th grade game against Byron tomorrow has been canceled. Mrs. Gittleson is currently trying to find an opponent for Wednesday. Stay tuned for further updates!
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Looking for workers for the Rt. 72 Boys Basketball Conference Tournament on Saturday, December 4. Tournament starts at 9:00 AM and will run until roughly 7:00 PM. Looking for 2 clock people, 2 scorekeepers, and 1 ticket taker. There is a stipend for each job. If you can work all or any part of the day, please contact Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net. Mrs. Gittleson can teach you to work any of the needed jobs!
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Calling all former FFA members - the AFC FFA is challenging you to donate $5 or more to the Illinois Foundation FFA this year. The money raised pays for Proficiency Plaques, State Officers, reduced fees for camps and conventions and so much more! Feel free to post your challenge in the comments. Checks payable to Illinois Foundation FFA or cash can be dropped off at the AFC High School, 611 Western Ave., Ashton, IL 61006. #AFCFFA


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Mrs. Gittleson is looking for a club or a group to run the concession stand at the AFC Thanksgiving Tournament on Saturday, 11/27. Game times are 6:00 and 7:15. If a 4-H club or a girl/boy scout troupe is interested, please contact Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net ASAP!
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Due to circumstances beyond our control, tomorrow's 5/6 boys basketball game with Stillman has been canceled.
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Happy FFA Friday! #AFCFFA

Student Council has extended the deadline to Tuesday!

All winter sports pics are being taken today or this evening. 7-12 winter sports pics will start at 2:30 in the high school gym. 6th grade boys basketball will get their pictures taken in the junior high gym at 5:00 at the beginning of practice. Athletes need their uniforms for pictures. If there are any questions, please direct them to Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net.
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Last night was another great night for the AFC FFA. Great job to everyone who participated! #AFCFFA


We hope to see you there!

