AFC FFA member Denzell Schwarz was recently selected as the 3rd place winner in the 15-18 year old category for the 2021 Cream of the Crop annual photography contest sponsored by State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs. This contest showcases Illinois agriculture. Denzell's amazing photograph, entitled "Nap Time" features one of the baby pigs that was farrowed in the ag shop at school. All the winners are featured in the new calendar - get yours here: https://illinoistreasurer.gov/Invest_in_Illinois/Ag_Invest/Cream_of_the_Crop_Photo_Contest/Order_a_Calendar. Way to go, Denzell!! #AFCFFA
It's never too hot for FFA Friday! Wear your shirt on Fridays for a chance to be featured! #AFCFFA
8th grade parents/guardians, we wanted to let you know that the Constitution Test is scheduled for Thursday, 9/2. Please encourage your student to study!
Just a reminder that AFC is hosting a walk-in COVID Vaccine clinic today at the High School. The clinic is located at the west side of the building in the weight room. You can enter the weight room directly from the south parking lot. The clinic runs from 3pm until 6pm and will offer the Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Any one 12 and older are eligible, those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
You can schedule an appointment online at:
https://idph-mychart.pchosted.com/IDPH/signupandschedule/embeddedschedule?vt=24629&dept=9001410010899
The AFC Athletic Boosters will have a meeting this evening at 6:15 in the junior/senior library. Anyone who wishes to join are invited to attend! Come and see what great things the Booster Club does for our athletic programs.
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All AFC School will be dismissed at 1:30pm tomorrow (Wednesday, August 25th) due to excessive heat.
The Jr/Sr High School will have before and after school support starting on Monday for any student. Please encourage your student to attend!
Don't forget that tonight is Meet the Raiders in the high school gym at 6:00. Come out and meet all of our Fall athletic teams and coaches! Public is welcome. Masks are required.
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Meet the Raiders will be held this Friday, 8/20, starting at 6:00 in the high school gym. All of our high school teams will be introduced and our junior high teams will also be recognized. The high school volleyball team will have a short scrimmage following introductions. Both the high school volleyball team and football team will also have a short parent meeting with the respective coaches. Come out to meet our teams and support the Raiders. Masks will be required for all while in the school/gym. We thank you for your cooperation.
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The AFC FFA hog cooperative still has pork available (whole hogs or halves) - please contact Mrs. Viall kviall@afcschools.net ASAP!! #AFCFFA
CHANGE IN PRACTICE TIME!
There is a change in the beginning of 6th grade volleyball. Practice will now begin Wednesday, 8/18 after school and will end at 5:00.
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Please enjoy AFC Jr/Sr High School's first newsletter of the 2021-2022 school year!
https://www.smore.com/acn5d
Please welcome a new member to our AFC Jr/Sr High School teaching staff!
6th grade volleyball practice will begin Monday, 8/16, at 3:30 at the ES. Practice will last until 5:00. Schedules for future practices and games will be distributed at the first practice. All girls are encouraged to participate!
Any questions should be directed to Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net or Mrs. Humphrey at chumphrey@afcschools.net.
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Raider Wear Available!
The AFC HS volleyball teams and football teams are selling Raider wear through Breedloves.
For AFC Volleyball items, use the following link:
https://afcvolleyball2021.itemorder.com/
For AFC Football items, use the following link:
http://raiderfootball2021.itemorder.com
Support your teams and show your school spirit!
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Please welcome a new member to our AFC Jr/Sr High School teaching staff!
Clarification:
When registering athletes for sports, registration needs to be done on both Skyward and the AFC athletic website. Skyward is for fee purposes. The AFC athletic website is for contact information and medical insurance information. If there are any questions, please email Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net.
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Support the AFC FFA Hog cooperative by purchasing one of the 6.5 hogs available that are going in on August 16th. Please contact Jessie jmilligan@afcschools.net or Mrs. Viall kviall@afcschools.net to purchase a half or whole hog. #AFCFFA
CHANGE IN PRACTICE TIME!
High School Golf will now practice at 2:00 on Monday, 8/9, at Shady Oaks Golf Course in Amboy. If a golfer needs a ride to practice, please contact Mrs. Gittleson at tgittleson@afcschools.net as soon as possible.
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