We cannot celebrate the students, without acknowledging our Champions in the Classroom! The children have taken meaningful first steps in their academic journeys, but it is our teachers who walk along to support and guide them. We also want to thank the parents for constantly showing up and pouring into our schools. We are so grateful to the parents, educators, and staff who made this school year a success.
Some scholars were chosen for special awards due to their academic excellence and improvement. This achievement is the first of many, and we are so proud of how they have evolved this year. From morning songs to story time and counting to 100, our kindergarteners have come so far. We are so honored to help our little ones celebrate their big day!
During the ceremony, the students gave several endearing performances. It shows that our students have learned more than academics — they’ve also built the confidence to sing and speak. Our students have spent this year building foundational skills that will support a lifetime of success. We are so excited for their next steps and to welcome them back next year!
What a joyful day at Allendale-Fairfax Elementary, as we celebrated Kindergarten Graduation! There were big smiles, tiny caps, and proud families all across the gymnasium. Today was a beautiful reminder of how much growth and progress our children have made with early education. This day marks the end of one chapter and the exciting start of another. We cannot wait to see how our rising first graders will thrive next school year!
This week's edition of The People-Sentinel features the 2025 Graduation Section! This 28-page special section recognizes our very own graduating seniors, plus those from Barnwell! Make sure to grab a copy to preserve this special moment. This keepsake is a way to honor their hard work and mark an major milestone. Years from now, it will be a cherished reminder of how far they’ve come, so don't hesitate! Copies are in local grocery stores, convenience stores, and other local businesses for $1. An online version is also available at www.thepeoplesentinel.com/graduation-section. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 and thank you for supporting local news!
Last but not least, let's congratulate Dhailauna Taylor-Maner and Logan Fullington for also being part of our Top Ten Percent. Dhailauna will be a student at the University of South Carolina Columbia, while Logan will be attending North Carolina Central University. These young women worked extremely hard to persevere through this journey. They have almost reached the moment they deserve, and we cannot wait to celebrate them!
Let's applaud Sinaya Owens and Rebekah Powers for also making the Top Ten Percent of their class. Both Sinaya and Rebekah are dedicated JROTC officers. Rebekah will continue her career in the U.S. Marines while Sinaya will be enrolling at the University of South Carolina Columbia Campus. Your Tiger Family will miss you!
Brianna Holmes and Seth Krebs are also in our Top Ten Percent! Brianna is a licensed cosmetologist before even graduating, and we are so impressed! Seth has been enrolled in dual enrollment courses, so he will also have a head start! We are so proud of both of these students for taking initiative and being consistent!
We are excited to finally announce the Top Ten Percent of our graduating class! Jaylen Outing is our Valedictorian for the Class of 2025. His involvement in several of our programs-such as Student Government, Varsity Basketball, and BETA Club-speaks to his ability to stay balanced and focused. Jaylen has a great head on his shoulders and we know that he is bound for success! We are also proud to announce Miss Ariana Priester as our Salutatorian for the Class of 2025. Ariana serves as the Senior Class President and has served in several leadership roles at our school. She is a natural born leader and we look forward to her continued growth! Each of these students worked extremely hard to earn these titles, and we know that they will represent them well at our graduation ceremony tomorrow.
We were excited to celebrate our young scholars at Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School. To keep spirits high, the AFES Cheerleaders gave several performances throughout the ceremony. Students received honors for Principal's List, Honor Roll, and Perfect Attendance. Plus students who embodied integrity for the month of April were selected as Students of the Month. We are always glad to see family and friends come out to uplift our students, especially at a time like this when they need extra support.
Apologies for the delay, but we couldn't let the school year end without celebrating our April Birthdays! We are sorry we missed the announcement earlier, but we still want you to feel loved and celebrated! We hope your year has started off wonderfully and that your special day was filled with joy. We value having you on our team and look forward to another promising year ahead!
Greetings Tiger Family,
I hope this message finds you well. After continued collaboration with state, county, and local law enforcement agencies, we have made the decision to move the 2025 Allendale-Fairfax High School Commencement Ceremony back to the TIGER Stadium. This decision was made in the best interest of our students and families so our 2025 Senior Class can have the ceremony they so deserve.
We remain committed to a safe, dignified, and memorable graduation experience. To that end, law enforcement from multiple agencies will be on site and any violations of safety protocols will result in immediate removal and possible arrest.
Please review and follow the expectations below:
• No bags will be allowed.
• No flowers, balloons, or noise-making devices are permitted.
• All guests will be screened using metal detectors and handheld wands.
• All guests must remain seated throughout the ceremony.
• Photographs must be taken from your seat—no approaching the stage or aisles.
• No loitering before or after graduation will be allowed.
• Guests must exit the stadium immediately following the ceremony.
• If inclement weather occurs, graduation will be held indoors at the Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School Gymnasium.
The ceremony will be professionally live-streamed on our YouTube channel and Facebook page for those unable to attend.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we celebrate the Class of 2025 with the safety, pride, and unity our community deserves.
With much love and respect,
Dr. Vallerie Cave, Superintendent
The Allendale-Fairfax High School Staff
It’s time to shine! Our football team is excited to show off their skills tonight at 6:00 PM in a 7v7 Spring Game at theTiger Stadium. It’s the perfect preview of the hard work our players and coaches have put in this spring. We’d love for you to come out, support the team, and be part of the journey toward the Fall season!
Tonight is for our dedicated student athletes. Whether you competed in the Fall, Winter, or Spring, tonight is about you and your accomplishments. Our banquet will start at 6:00 PM in the AFHS Cafeteria. We hope to see you there so you can receive your well deserved recognition.
Join us as we celebrate athletic excellence! We’re proud to host our Athletic Banquet on May 22nd at 6:00 PM in the AFHS Cafeteria. This special evening will honor the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our outstanding student-athletes. We look forward to recognizing your accomplishments in front of your family and friends.
Get ready for an exciting showdown! Our football team is ready to put their skills to the test on May 23 at 6:00 PM in the Tiger Stadium. Don’t miss this thrilling 7v7 Spring Game as we showcase the dedication, teamwork, and hard work of our players and coaches. See you there as we build momentum for the Fall season!
Last reminder that there will be a Board/Community Meeting tonight in the AFES Gymnasium starting at 6:00 PM. During this meeting we will hear the second reading of the proposed budget. Our Superintendent, Dr. Cave, will also be sharing some end of the year updates. We hope you come out to support our district!
Don't forget to join us for our May Board/Community Meeting on tomorrow, May 19th at 6:00 PM in the AFES Gymnasium. We will be sharing updates from the Superintendent as well as our HR, Curriculum, and Finance Departments. We will also have the second reading of the proposed budget for next year. The most exciting part of the night is when we get to recognize our students, teachers, staff, and parents for their contributions this month. We hope that you will join us!
It is with profound sorrow that we share the tragic passing of one of our cherished Senior students, Andrey Gadson.
His loss has deeply affected our entire Tiger Family, and we are heartbroken by this devastating news. We kindly ask that you respect the family’s wish for privacy as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. Your continued support and prayers are a source of strength and comfort to them. To support our students and staff, grief counseling services will be available at our high school tomorrow. Also, there will be an increased law enforcement presence on campus as an added safety measure. We sincerely thank you for your patience, compassion, and understanding during this time of mourning and reflection.
We are eager to showcase our Football talent and skills on May 23 at 6:00 PM in the Tiger Stadium. This Spring Game will be a 7 versus 7 challenge. We look forward to seeing the result of the hard work our players and coaches have put in during training. Please come out to support our team and district as we head towards the Fall season.
