During today's Fine Arts Showcase, the full student body got to see the highlights of our fine arts department through photos of student art pieces, orchestra and choir performances, a film showcase and a spring musical preview. #afftonlearns #afftonstrong
AHS families, Mrs. Gyuriseck, AHS science teacher is working with EF an educational tour company to plan a trip to Costa Rica during the Summer 2024. She is hosting an info session next week. Use this link to register for the meeting: https://bit.ly/3mmNWwD
BEST DAY EVER - YEARBOOK CELEBRATION - MAY 3!!
The yearbook students have been working hard planning this celebration day! May 3, all AHS students who ordered a yearbook will receive their yearbook. They will be able to sign each other's yearbooks and make lasting memories. There are a few yearbooks still available for purchase.
Click the below link and enter Order Number: 8472
https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/jobsearch/displayHome?clearSession
Sports Night has been an Affton tradition for more than 50 years. One of the highlights each year is the canned goods sculptures that are donated to Affton Christian Food Pantry after the event. This year 2,700+ items were donated!
Which one is your favorite? #afftonstrong
Today is class color day for Spring Spirit Week! πβ€οΈοΈππ€ The cafeteria staff is clearly #teamsenior as they dressed in the class color -- black! The seniors thank you for the spirit points! #afftonstrong #afftonproud
Our students were so excited to meet AHS Alumni, Class of 1990 St. Louis mayor, Tishaura Jones in person! Thanks to University of Missouri for inviting Affton students to The Women in Politics Panel #WomensHistoryMonth
Help us give an #afftonstrong congrats to AHS award nominees and winners.
π Caitlynn Ward, Language Arts teacher & 2023-24 AHS Teacher of the Year, &
π Jennifer Snethen, teachers' assistant & 2023 AHS Distinguished Service Award winner! We're proud to call you colleagues.
Congrats to sophomore Ella F. who is currently competing at FCCLA State Leadership Conference at Lake of the Ozark. She beat 17 others to come in 2nd and qualified to compete at the national level in her event, Focus on Children, in Denver in July. #afftonstrong
The cold never bothered them anyway.... Garden Club continues to prepare for the growing season! #afftonstrong
A student led Art Club has met this semester as part of a 20% project for Honors English II. Recently, they had their culminating show to display their recent projects. #afftonstrong #afftonlearns
Affton High School Band had the great opportunity and honor to be invited to perform with UMSL Wind Ensemble at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Each band performed individually, then together for one piece. #afftonstrong
On International Women's Day, GSA invited student to the auditorium during advisory to celebrate with slides, a Kahoot and prizes! #afftonlearns #afftonstrong
Today, NHS hosted their annual blood drive in partnership with Mercy. For many, this is their first time giving blood. Great job, everyone!
These two groups Honors English I students finish their student led "ed camp style" grammar lessons with a Kahoot and a Bingo game. #afftonlearns
After reading The Great Gatsby in AP Language and Composition, students gathered on Friday night for their annual celebration of food. drinks and a viewing the film. #afftonlearns
Graduation may be more than 2 months away, but we're getting ready! Yesterday, the 9 students who submitted a speech to be considered for graduation speaker workshopped their first drafts. A team of teachers will choose 2 and announce winners at the end of March.
Thank you to all the Class of 2024 students and families for attending the Senior Year Prep Night and College Fair! We appreciate all the STARR college reps who came tonight to help answer questions and guide families on the start of their college process. #afftonstrong
Each year St. Louis County PD joins students for a roundtable discussion where students guide the discussion. We were able to welcome them on Wednesday afternoon in the library with 6 classes in attendance. #afftonlearns
Thanks, Chartwells! During all the lunches today students in the Bosnian American Studies class handed out a taste of a Bosnian dessert, Δupavci, to celebrate Bosnian Independence Day. #afftonstrong
Today during Advisory, Honors English II students had the opportunity to hear from guest speakers from Preferred Family Healthcare on the topic of teen addiction. The event was organized by Sophomore Eleanor L. for her 20% project for Honors English II. #afftonlearns
