Principals' Weekly Newsletter

Hey Avoca families!

We wanted to remind everyone about pedestrians and safety this Halloween. Don’t let your night become a nightmare.

-Your Avoca Central School Driver Education Program Students

Aboriginal Australians are the Indigenous peoples of mainland Australia and Tasmania. We learned about the animals, music, and culture of these people at today's assembly. We were entertained while learning some great new vocabulary and how to play the didgeridoo!

Students are learning how chemical weathering changes rocks over time through chemical reactions that break down or alter the minerals within them. They are exploring examples such as acid rain dissolving limestone. Looks like fun!

Want to engage kids? Mrs. VanDelinder knows the trick. She gives them a few pieces of candy to make arrays.

Our kindergarten students having fun in Ms. Brigg's agriculture class.

Sophia Osmin, Easton Burdin, Lawson Slayton, Avery Ruest, Callie Houser, Rylan Clark, Taylee Clymo, Fiona Longwell, Urijah Towner, Mia Deleo, Nora Burdick, Cohen Everett-Hughes, Willow Miller, Natalie Richman

Our seventh-grade students headed to Letchworth State Park today for a field trip filled with natural beauty and time together outside the classroom. The visit offered an opportunity to appreciate the outdoors, connect with classmates, and see how learning extends beyond school walls!

Interested in learning about the court system while earning money this summer? The New York State Unified Court System offers paid internships for high school and undergraduate students, with opportunities in Steuben County and surrounding counties.

High school students must be 17 years old by the program’s start in early July 2027. If you’re curious, check out the flyer for more information about careers in law or public service, consider applying for this opportunity to gain firsthand experience!

Congratulations to senior, Lily Slayton, for being recognized as this month's Top of the Trade student at BOCES' Wildwood Campus.

Lily is a senior who takes the New Visions Health CAreers Exploration program through BOCES. This recognition qualifies Lily to be considered and interviewed for Student of the Year.

We're proud of you, Lily! Keep working hard!

This past Sunday, seniors added a personal touch to campus by painting their own parking spots. Their designs brought color, creativity, and personality to the lot while celebrating their final year of high school. These spaces will offer a cheerful welcome as students arrive throughout the year!

Some of Mrs. Fullmer’s Spanish classes visited the Rockwell Museum in Corning to explore traditions surrounding Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Students enjoyed artwork and considered how artists honor family members, friends, and celebrities who have passed away. They also viewed an Oaxacan ofrenda—a traditional offering display—and discussed the significance of its elements.

On the way home, students rounded out their cultural experience with a Mexican meal at Casa Mezcal!

Families in grades 6-12:

If you're interested in Ski Club - take a look at the information below. There are lots of options, but the best discounts end on 10/31!

Reach out with any questions you have.

Check out all of the scholarship opportunities available for our seniors by clicking the graduation cap.

Brain breaks are quick (1-5 minute) pauses that teachers often use as a break during instructional times designed to help students reset. Brain breaks often give students an opportunity to reduce mental fatigue and improve focus!

If you have a phone, smart TV, or access to the internet, you can try these at home. Below are three popular sites to try!

Vision, hearing, and scoliosis screenings will be taking place at school for students in the following grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 11th.

We are grateful to the Lions Club for volunteering their time to assist with vision screenings.

Please note: You will only be contacted by the school nurse if your child does not pass (is referred for follow-up) on their vision, hearing, or scoliosis screening.

Thank you for your support!

Be sure to come out and support our Varsity Boys Soccer on Friday 10/23 @ 6:00 in Avoca and our Girls Varsity Soccer on Saturday @ 2:00 in Avoca. You will NOT need to purchase tickets for these events at home; they are covered!

Our Cross-Country team also competes in Hornell for the County Meet on Saturday 10/24, and our Girls Volleyball competes at a tournament in Campbell-Savona on 10/24. We are looking forward to an awesome post-season!

I would also like to congratulate our JV Boys and Girls Soccer and Volleyball teams, as well as our Modified Girls and Boys Soccer and Volleyball. These kids and coaches are AMAZING, and I am so proud of their efforts this season. Another congratulations to our Tennis Team for making it to the Sectional Finals.

Go Titans!!

More info to come on our upcoming Winter Athletic Season. For now, please keep the following in mind and on your calendar!

• Official Winter Registration opens November 1 in Arbiter. We will post the link soon. The Google Form and MS Form I shared last week was a survey to help us get participation numbers. Student-athletes will still need to register in Arbiter when the time comes!!
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• Meet the Coaches Night for Winter is November 9 at 6:00 p.m. in Prattsburgh! You MUST attend this meeting for some very important announcements and expectations.
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• Be sure to check with your school nurse if you need a sports physical. You will not start the season without one. Thank you!