Join us for a Food Drive in collaboration with United Way on Thursday, November 13th at 10:00 AM. We are giving out one box of food per car, and we ask that you line up near the DMV entrance no earlier than 9:30 AM. We are grateful to be able to facilitate this giveaway and support our community. Together, we can make a difference and ensure no family goes without this season.
Tomorrow is the last day to secure your Thanksgiving Meal at AFMHS for only $8! Our Food & Nutrition Staff will be preparing a savory feast including turkey, yams, rolls, dressing, and lemonade for our students and their families to enjoy on Friday, November 14th. You must RSVP and prepay for your order with cash or check by tomorrow, November 14th. Come out to enjoy a wholesome moment and filling meal.
Join us for our S.T.E.A.M. night at AFES on Thursday, November 13th at 5:00 PM. We will have several stations for students to enjoy and after completing five they will earn a snow cone and popcorn! There will be food, games, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. So come on out and help us make learning fun!
Don't forget to join us tomorrow at 9:00 AM for our Veterans Day program in the AFMHS gymnasium. Our high school JROTC students host this event each year to celebrate our soldiers. This year, we will have a special guest, SFC Jimmie Elliot. Let's honor our veterans and show our appreciation for their service.
Final reminder that our mandatory substitute training is in two days at 9 AM in our District Office Conference Room. This training will be helpful for our new subs to learn the ropes and get familiar with our district. We provide competitive pay, professional development, and a warm environment. To apply please fill out form: https://forms.office.com/r/sH7rpB2Yhr?origin=lprLink
Congratulations are in order to our Athletic Director, Coby Brandyburg, who recently earned his Doctorate in Education from South Carolina State University! We are extremely proud of his hard work and dedication. Earning this degree while continuing to serve in our district is a remarkable accomplishment. Please join us in celebrating Dr. Brandyburg on this outstanding achievement!
We have made giving easy and delicious this holiday season! There are only three more days to purchase fresh fruit from our AFMHS Chorus and Band. All proceeds will go towards the costs of lodging, transportation, and food for our 2026 trip to New York. To support the cause, please see a choral or band student or purchase from the website: https://FreshFruitOrder.org/thesoundofaf
We are so grateful that actor and comedian, Brandon T. Jackson, visited our middle and high school students to discuss his initiative, “Making a Brand.” Mr. Jackson spoke to our scholars about the importance of business etiquette, entrepreneurial spirit, and the relentless grind it takes to achieve success. He even heard pitches from three of our students who run small businesses and generously offered them a trip to Hollywood to support their dreams! His presence inspired everyone, and we are truly thankful he took the time to share his wisdom and talent.
Parents and families at our middle and high school, it's your turn to feast on a delicious Thanksgiving meal prepared by our Food Service staff! We will be serving plates with turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, yams, and rolls on Friday, November 14th during your child's lunch. You can come and eat with your student or simply come pick up your order. Please note we will not be accepting walk-ins and all orders must be prepaid in cash or check by Wednesday, November 12th.
If you are looking for opportunities to join our family at Allendale County Schools, apply to be a substitute! We’re hosting a required training session on November 12th at 9 AM for all new substitutes. Our district is committed to providing strong professional development to prepare you for success in the classroom. Start your application now! https://forms.office.com/r/sH7rpB2Yhr?origin=lprLink
Purchase fresh fruit to make a big impact! Every delicious fruit you purchase will benefit our trip to New York in early 2026. Our chorus and band students are accepting orders, but only until November 13th! Purchase now from one of our students or by using this link: https://FreshFruitOrder.org/thesoundofaf
Allendale-Fairfax High School, in partnership with United Way, will host a community food distribution on Thursday, November 13th, at 10:00 AM.
Lineup will begin at 9:30 AM, and participants must use the entrance located by the DMV. Please note that distribution is limited to one box per vehicle, and food will be provided while supplies last.. This is our joint effort to contribute to our community during this time of uncertainty.
Lineup will begin at 9:30 AM, and participants must use the entrance located by the DMV. Please note that distribution is limited to one box per vehicle, and food will be provided while supplies last.. This is our joint effort to contribute to our community during this time of uncertainty.
Allendale-Fairfax High School will be hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, November 18th from 9 AM to 2 PM. OneBlood will be collecting blood to help save lives. Each donor will receive a wellness check, free sweatshirt, and light refreshments. Every drop counts, so register today: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1693356
Please join us for our annual Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11th at 9:00 AM. The AFHS JROTC will be hosting this event in the gym to honor those who have fought for our country. We will have SFC Jimmie Elliot as a special guest. Let's pay homage to our veterans for their sacrifices.
Please be reminded that actor Brandon T. Jackson will be at the AFMHS Gymnasium on tomorrow at 1:00 PM. Please have your 2-3 minute pitches prepared if you plan to present during his visit. There will be entertainment by the Livingstone College Band and the Divas of Perfection dancers, so enjoy the show. This is an invitation only event and only our students, faculty, and selected persons are permitted to attend.
We're excited about the Parenting Partners Graduation Ceremony tonight at 6 PM in the AFES Cafeteria! This celebration honors parents who have dedicated their time to learning strategies that strengthen family communication and enhance student success. By bridging school and home, this program empowers families and reinforces teamwork. We know that the tools the parents learn and use will help our scholars succeed.
We are excited to announce that actor, Brandon T. Jackson, will be visiting our middle and high schools on Friday, November 7th! As part of his Making A Brand show, he will be hearing 8 pitches from our students. He will be joined by the Livingstone College Band and the Divas of Perfection Dancers. We are thrilled about this opportunity to promote entrepreneurship and boost creativity amongst our young adults. Please note that this event is closed to the public and only those with an invitation will be allowed entry.
National Principals Month may be over, but we will never stop giving thanks to our amazing principals Ms. Hall, Dr. Dandy, and Ms. Patterson. Superintendent Dr. Cave presented each principal with a personalized basket as a token of her appreciation for their outstanding efforts. Each of them show up every day to represent our schools with Tiger pride and unwavering dedication. Their commitment enriches not only the lives of our students, but our entire community, and your impact spans far beyond one month! Thank you for being #AllInForTheAllendaleComeback
We hosted a full house for our October Board Meeting. Our Truancy Officer, Mrs. Badger, recognized over 200 children with perfect attendance for the month of September, as it's Attendance Awareness Month. Superintendent Dr. Vallerie Cave spoke about our naming committee, live-streaming protocol, and leave bank policy. We also got departmental updates from Human Resources, Finance, and Curriculum and Instruction. We are grateful for all the support we received from the community! If you were unable to attend please watch here: https://youtu.be/kd7HtPV8gqA
Mrs. Davis, our guidance counselor, designed an interactive Haunted Hallway to help scare our students away from drugs! As part of our commitment to a drug-free environment and Red Ribbon Week, students toured the spooky gallery filled with eerie music, live monsters, and creative posters, all reminding them of our school wide pledge to stay drug free. A huge shoutout to our teachers and counselors for transforming the hallway and inspiring our scholars to make healthy choices!
