AVONDALE IN THE NEWS

Avondale School District In the News Avondale High School students prepare for trip to Edinburgh, Scotland Student company selected to perform at the prestigious world-wide Fringe Festival - read more here Avondale High School student to attend Congress of Future Medical Leaders Freshman, Amarae' Robinson, selected to travel to Massachusetts for event designed to honor and inspire - read more here Auburn Hills Morning Optimist Club honors All-State Athletes Avondale High School students celebrated during special event - read more here Avondale High School students recognized at MITES competition State-wide competition celebrates excellence in career technical education - read more here Avondale School District celebrates the best of the best District honors the Class of 2016 Top Scholars at special breakfast - read more here Avondale Middle School student's art recognized by Wege Foundation Eighth-grader's original work inspired by love of nature - read more here Avondale School District rallies to pack 100,000 meals to fight world hunger Student group leads effort to help locally and abroad - read more here Elementary schools team up to support the American Heart Association Avondale School District annual Jump Rope for Heart events raise almost $34,000 - read more here Avondale High School robotics team finishes in top 1% at FIRST World Championship Robojackets shine on international stage - read more here Avondale Academy students making future plans reality Students declare post-secondary education plans at annual Decision Day event - read more here Avondale High School Leadership 101 Class makes wishes come true with annual event District-wide volleyball tournament raises more than $6,000 - click here Avondale High School Art students present unique art experience Advanced Placement students' artwork on display at annual show - read more here Auburn Elementary students taking The Golden Eagle Challenge Avondale School District reading initiative designed to engage students on a higher level - read more here Avondale Theatre Company closes main stage season with madcap comic romp Production celebrates all things Shakespeare - read more here Avondale Youth Assistance honors students for Community Service and Personal Achievement Avondale School District students celebrated as role models - read more here Avondale High School athlete signs with Grand Canyon University Yellow Jacket Emma Ahern to play volleyball for Division I college - read more here Avondale School District FPS teams demonstrate critical and creative thinking Future Problem Solving competition draws sixty teams from around the state - read more here Avondale High School offering free Early College Program Students can earn Baker College Associate Degree while earning high school diploma - read more here Participants in College and Career Fair share real-life experiences Avondale High School students have opportunity to ask pointed questions - read more here Second Annual 5K/Fun Run set for May 15 Fundraising event to support initiatives around the Avondale School District - read more here District-wide Open House morphs into celebration of "All Things Avondale" Event to mirror classroom experience - read more here Auburn Hills Morning Optimists Club brings out the best in students Oratorical contest celebrates Avondale Middle School students' best - read more here Auburn Elementary Science Fair goes beyond science Event filled with hands-on learning experiences - read more here Avondale High School announces new head football coach New hire brings years of football experience to Yellow Jacket team - read more here Avondale School District students collect water to help Flint pets Woodland Elementary fifth-graders lead "Water Cause for Paws" - read more here Bowling for Backpacks event to support Blessings in a Backpack Avondale School District fundraiser set for March 13th - read more here Avondale School District students study their world in motion Auburn Elementary fifth-graders team with engineers to consider "what if?" - read more here Avondale High School Lady Jacket signed by Hope College Athlete on her way to realizing dream of playing college ball - read more here Avondale High School receives $500 grant from ExxonMobil Foundation Funding earmarked for math and science projects - read more here Avondale High School students collect more than 145,000 returnables Students on a fundraising journey to afford chance to perform on international stage - read more here Auburn Elementary kicks off Diversity Festival with Chinese New Year Parade Avondale School District students engage in learning about other cultures through school-wide celebration - read more here High School Artists receive Scholastic Art awards Avondale School District seniors recognized for originality, technical skills and personal vision and voice - read more here Avondale School District hosts annual Kindergarten Roundups Parents of children who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2016 should plan to attend - read more here Avondale High School theatre troupe presents "Sweet Nothing in My Ear" Students use American Sign Language to deliver powerful story - read more here The "A" Train pulls into Avondale High School for day of fun Event expected to draw 4,000 train enthusiasts of all ages - read more here Steven Deutsch steps down as Avondale head football coach Coach most proud of students growing into men of good character - read more here Woodland Elementary students showcase entrepreneurial skills Avondale School District fourth-graders get real-life lesson in economics - read more here Avondale Middle School student takes it to the next level Tech-savvy eighth-grader has idea to boost video class productions - read more here R. Grant Graham Elementary celebrates diversity Avondale School District students proud to share heritage during special presentations - read more here Auburn Elementary students learn the Gift of Giving Avondale School District 4th and 5th graders help out Gleaners Community Food Bank - read more here Avondale High School National Honor Society inducts new members Students selected to join elite group from across the nation - read more here Woodland Elementary cares a ton Avondale School District students break past record for food donations - read more here Avondale High School senior awarded $1000 scholarship for "Making a Difference" Recipient Julia Rosander recognized during annual holiday parade - read more here Owner of Shelving, Inc. in Auburn Hills wants to keep wife's passion for art alive Avondale School District students to share $1000 endowment - read more here Auburn Elementary students learn to apply Newton's 1st Law of Motion Avondale School District students enjoy hands-on Science experience - read more here Troy Police Officer brings cyber bullying presentation to Avondale School District Fifth-graders at Woodland Elementary hear presentation designed to raise awareness - read more here Avondale students shine at Youth in Government Conference Eighth-grader elected Speaker of the House while classmates write four of top thirty bills sent to Youth Governor - read more here Bridge Buddy program designed to develop social skills Avondale Middle School students learn about friendships through their buddies - read more here Avondale eighth-graders raise $2000 to help families of cancer victims Avondale Middle School students find "what's important to them" - read more here Avondale Youth Assistance announces second parent education presentation Important community conversation will focus on suicide prevention - read more here Avondale High School band on the "Road to the Future" High school marchers help open new interchange in Auburn Hills - read more here Deerfield Elementary students get ready for Empty Bowls Dinner Avondale School District event to raise money for Blessings in a Backpack - read more here Ukulele Rock Stars come to Auburn Elementary Avondale School District teacher receives funding to purchase "mini guitars" - read more here Avondale Theatre Company production of TARZAN presents challenges for cast and crew Student production is equal parts engineering and acting - read more here Turning struggling students into successful students First in parent education series aims to help ALL learners - read more here Students learn more than science from "Near-Peers" Oakland University med students bring timely experiences into Avondale School District classrooms - read more here Boys State and Girls State attendees share experience that "changed their lives" Avondale High School students present to group that includes two former Boys State attendees - read more here College rep's visit gets students thinking Avondale School District Academy hosts college reps to help guide students' post high decision making - read more here Avondale School District student radio station turns 40 years old WAHS 89.5 inviting alumni to take the mic at Radio-A-Thon in November - read more here Yellow Jackets remember graduate with special dedication Avondale High School honors member of Class of '71 - read more here Mom Squad puts the fun back into fundraising Avondale School District groups' donations top $30,000 - read more here Avondale School District announces newest member of high school administration team Standout candidate demonstrates values-based leadership - read more here Avondale High School student named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist Senior Andy Jiang earns elite distinction - read more here Avondale Academy awarded $5,000 grant to increase college readiness MCAN Grant will assist staff in helping students pursue postsecondary education - read more here Avondale Middle School seventh-graders explore new digital writing tool School selected to pilot innovative writing platform - read more here Avondale School District student performs Star Spangled Banner at national conference  Fourth-grader Ria Narange meets Senator Gary Peters - read more here Avondale student's art selected for national exhibit Seven-year old Chase Smith's piece "Solar System" to be displayed at Kennedy Center - read more here R. Grant Graham Elementary students get surprise visit from local leaders Avondale School District welcomes legislators' support - read more here Avondale High School teacher studies in "The Most Southern Place on Earth" Selection as National Endowment scholar provides opportunity for rich learning experience to be shared in the classroom - read more here Avondale School District honors service men and women during special football game Team marks anniversary of 9/11 attacks with tribute to those who serve - read more here Avondale School District announces new leadership team at Avondale High School New administrators poised to lead "dedicated staff" and "goal-orientated" students - read more here Avondale School District SKILL program hires new facilitator Candidate demonstrates experience and capacity for working with students with special needs - read more here Service organizations come together for "Back to School Shopping" event Meijer, Optimist Club, Avondale Youth Assistance, Auburn Hills Police Department and Avondale Schools collaborate on special night of fun - read more here Avondale School District graduate awarded highly competitive fellowship Alumni nominated for award and acknowledged as "game changer" by dean of Honors College - read more here Auburn Elementary garden sparks growing interest for students Avondale club designed to incorporate real-world experience into classroom - read more here Avondale School District announces new middle school principal Candidate has track record of raising student achievement levels - read more here Avondale School District students pack boxes for Desert Angels Classroom assignment becomes lesson in community service - read more here Oakland University helps empower educators through national Teach to Lead movement Partnership with Avondale School District powers opportunities for students and teachers - read more here Auburn Hills Morning Optimist Club presents Lifetime Achievement Award Avondale retiree honored for years of service to students - read more here Avondale Education Foundation Golf Outing Nets $11,000 Proceeds to fund student enrichment opportunities - read more here Avondale Early Learning Center kicks off summer program HighScope curriculum provides framework for program's hands-on learning - read more here Avondale School District announces new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Position to be filled by candidate with extensive public education background - read more here Optimist Club names Nancy Dolehanty as Outstanding Educator of the Year Avondale educator supported students for thirty-one years - read more here Science experience spawns interest in Great Lakes Ecosystem Avondale third-graders release salmon into local watershed - read more here Avondale CTE students earn awards at State Competition High school students shine at annual event - read more here Players bring their "A" game to support Make-A-Wish District-wide event raises donations and awareness for important cause - read more here Middle School students participate in memorial event Avondale eighth-graders pay tribute to vets - read more here Avondale Academy announces Open House Alternative high school program accepting applications for 2015-2016 school year - read more here Avondale High School announces Top Scholars Students honored for academic excellence - read more here Avondale Academy students "Reach Higher" Students commit to post-graduation plans at College Decision Day event - read more here 28 Avondale students to attend Tim Hortons Children's Camp Avondale Youth Assistance facilitates experience for area youngsters - read more here Yellow Jackets Cheer Team headed to Texas Avondale High School announces team selected to perform at Alamo Bowl - read more here Avondale/OU Partnership announces 5K Fun Run Fundraiser to support students across the District - read more here Deerfield Elementary students present big ideas during Small Business Day Avondale students learn the ins and outs of entrepreneurship - read more here Auburn Elementary combines Festival of the Arts with Empty Bowls Night Avondale students and staff raise money to support Gleaners Community Food Bank - read more here Woodland Elementary celebrates Autism Awareness Month Avondale students participate in efforts to build awareness - read more here Avondale High School hosts Career and College Fair Sophomore students explore fields of dreams - read more here R. Grant Graham students set pace for success Avondale students hone reading and math skills in Morning computer Club - read more here R. Grant Graham students explore science through experiments and experiences Avondale elementary students demonstrate science mastery at Science Night - read more here Avondale students growing interest leads to Michigan Green School Award Deerfield Elementary recognized by Oakland Intermediate School District - read more here Avondale students battle over books Auburn Hills Library sponsored event takes reading to a higher level - read more here Avondale High School robotics team headed to state championship RoboJackets compete to be state champions - read more here Avondale Theatre Company presents "The Addams Family"  Award winning high school troupe brings classic TV show and movie to life - read more here Youth Assistance Recognition Night honors Avondale students More than ninety students receive honors from state and local leaders - read more here Auburn Elementary students present to BOE on Meaning of Leadership Student team sponsors Crazy Sock Day as part of leadership initiative - read more here Avondale students make their optimism come true Auburn Hills Morning Optimist Club provides opportunity for student speakers to shine - read more here Avondale gymnast earns place on All-State team Senior receives All-Scholar All-State and MHSAA Sportsmanship Award - read more here Fiesta engages students in exploration of Hispanic culture Avondale eighth-graders make connection between language and careers - read more here Middle school student shares her experiences to help others Avondale students send powerful message about bullying - read more here Avondale students turn classroom assignment into fundraiser Middle school students organize to raise funds for the American Heart Association - read more here Avondale students build skills while helping others Avondale post high transition students support Blessings in a Backpack and learn valuable lessons about volunteerism - read more here Avondale students pave their road to the future Avondale Academy provides information and support for student dreaming of college - read more here