All home and away after school activities are cancelled for today at Affton High School. All practices are also cancelled and all students need to leave the building at dismissal.
We are still looking for candidates to apply for our Varsity Cheer and Assistant Varsity Football positions. Please apply or send to someone you feel may be interested.
https://affton.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5038710
https://affton.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5038696
Today's Varsity Baseball game has been moved to Affton Athletic Association Field #4. Game time is 4:15 PM and we hope to see you there. Varsity Girls Soccer also opens the season today at AHS at 4:30 PM.
Mark your calendars and come out next week to support the Affton Girls Basketball team. 20% of all proceeds go back to the team. April 1st from 5-10 PM at Maggie O' Briens.
Spring sports are here!
See this week's schedule attached below.
AHS Garden Club Working Hard During Spring Break! Shout out to the AEF for the grant that the students applied for and now they are putting the funds to break ground!
For many years, providing high quality schools has been a source of Affton pride. To ensure each student in Affton School District has access to modern learning spaces that meet their needs, our district developed a facilities master plan.
Affton High School upgrades include:
🟣 Renovations for ADA accessibility at entrances and throughout the building
🟡 Library and science lab renovation
🟣 Renovation of art wing
🟡 Renovation of gymnasium and auditorium entrances
Stay tuned for information about the plans for our other schools! Learn more about Proposition 1, the zero-tax-rate-increase bond issue that would fund the facility plans: affton.net/bond2025
Our Baseball Jamboree location is changed for tomorrow. The new location is Affton Athletic Association. Game times remain the same at 10,11, 12
Girls Soccer Season Passes can be bought online at our district Infinite Campus Webstore.
An individual season pass is $20 ($30 savings if all games are attended)
A family season pass is $50 for up to 5 people ($150-$200 savings if all games attended)
We charge for all home JV and Varsity games unless it is a single JV game or we can't find gate workers.
A special thanks to the APC for the thoughtful gesture and pick-me-up on this Friday. APC is always there to support our staff and students.
Youth Soccer Camps at Affton this summer! Two opportunities to participate, just scan the QR codes to register and pay online.
We are excited to announce former Affton High School Counselor Mary Carpenter and Affton Alumni, Pat Guenzler - Class of ‘72 have been inducted into ST Louis Soccer Hall of Fame! A great honor for two amazing individuals!
📢 Attention Class of 2026 & Families! 🎓
Join us for Senior Year Prep Night this Wednesday, March 5th from 6:00-7:30 PM in the AHS Café/Commons!
💡 Get key info on:
✅ ACT Prep
✅ Senior Year Timeline
✅ College Process & Applications
✅ Scholarships & A+ Resources
✅ College Fair from 6:45-7:30 PM!
📍 Hosted by AHS College & Career Readiness Dept. (Dr. Buck & Mrs. Giunta)
🔗 Don’t miss this chance to get prepared for your future! Tag a friend & spread the word!
The following students also competed in the competition and received excellent ratings:
Owin Henderson - Violin Solo
Spencer Slavik - Cello Solo
Samantha Jenish - Vocal Solo
Louisa Sullivan - Vocal Solo
Denis Gralike - Flute Solo
Jabin Stephens - Clarinet Solo
Affton Vocal Octet - Alex Woodward, David McKenzie, Louisa Sullivan, Taylor Martin, Makayla Roe, Dijiah Towels, Sophia Rider, Liam McCart
On Saturday, Affton competed in the Solos and Small Ensemble Festival at Parkway Central. We had 3 students move on to the State Competition on April 24th!
Amy Qafoku - Vocal Solo - Outstanding
Alex Woodward - Vocal Solo - Outstanding
David McKenzie - Vocal Solo - Outstanding
Spring Sports Try-outs begin tomorrow Monday March 3rd after school. All try-outs will take place at the high school, except Boys Volleyball. They will be held at Center of St. Louis on Monday from 2:30-4:30, bus transportation will be provided both ways.
Thank you to the Affton Parents Club for taking care of us once again with "Dip Day"! The staff is very excited and appreciative. You guys are the best!
Spring Sports Tryouts are next Monday, March 3rd after school. Blue cards will be handed out this week on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at lunches and after school. Students must have a Blue Card to tryout. Please make sure all fines are paid on Infinite Campus.
WEATHER ALERT: Due to the expected winter weather, Affton School District will hold a virtual learning day today, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.
🟣 K-12 Students: Log into Canvas for schedules and instructions.
🟡 Closures: Affton Early Childhood and Cougar Care will be closed, and all after school activities will be canceled.
🟣 Our Team: Work from home unless directed otherwise by your supervisor.
Thanks to the district’s AMI plan, this day counts toward attendance and avoids adding a make-up day. This is AMI Day #4 of our six (6) total AMI Days allowed. The school year will still end on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Stay safe and warm!
Tonight's Girl's Varsity Basketball game at Affton at 4:30 has been cancelled against STEM.