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Stay up-to-date with what is happening in and around Avon Middle School West by clicking on the articles below. If you'd like to see district-wide updates, visit the Avon Experience page on the district website.

student receiving immunization from doctor

The Indiana Immunization Coalition is hosting an immunization clinic at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, May 6. 

speech and debate summer camp

Students entering grades 7, 8, and 9, you are invited to find your voice, learn lifelong skills, and create genuine friendships on June 3 at Speak Up! Speech & Debate Summer Camp.

all stars

Here's your chance to nominate an ALL Star — any Avon Schools employee who you believe goes above and beyond to make sure Avon Schools is a place where ALL belong, learn, and grow.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 28 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

middle school band students performing on stage

It is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that the band directors proudly present results from last Friday’s contest!

athlete hands in huddle

Avon All-Sports Camp will be offered on June 8-12 for students entering grades 3-8 in the coming school year. Available openings at this popular camp fill quickly so be sure to register today.

runner

The AHS Cross Country team is hosting their 15th-annual running development camp during the week of June 1-4! Runners of all ability are welcome, and Avon students entering grades 1 to 8 are invited.

coffee shop

If you would like to learn more about Avon Schools and meet district leaders, consider this your invitation to attend Coffee & Conversation at Pana Donuts on Thursday, April 16.

A Note About Nova

We’ve added a new tool to our district and school websites. Meet NOVA, our AI chatbot. Learn more about why we added it and what it is designed to do.

jazz band and string students pose with state award

All Avon high school and middle school Jazz Band and String Ensembles earned Gold Ratings at ISSMA contest last weekend, placing them one step closer to the ISSMA All-Music Award.

substitute teacher with students

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in the community and gain valuable experience? It's time to Sub In! Substitute Teachers are MVPs in Avon Schools.

Dr. Scott Wyndham

Avon Community School Corporation is now accepting open enrollment. We are accepting a limited number of students who live outside our district boundaries. Begin your application today!

Avon Administration Center

Avon Schools is hosting a Curricular Resources Open House on March 12-13 to give any Avon parents/guardians and educators an opportunity to review and provide feedback.

broadway kids logo

This summer camp, which is scheduled for June 8-12, is an excellent opportunity for students entering grades 1-8 to learn the fundamentals of musical theatre and experience all aspects of practicing, producing, and performing.

student working with electronics

What are you doing this summer? If you're a student who is into STEM, and you'll enter grades 3-8 in the fall, our June 8-12 Summer STEM Camp is for you! Register ASAP!

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 129 individuals (and the entire Transportation Department) as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

collage of students and educators being recognized at board meeting

At the February, 2026, board meeting, we celebrated two special groups of students from Avon Middle School West and one overachieving Orchestra educator at Avon High School.

broadcast students

Registration is underway for Broadcasting Bootcamp. Students entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade are eligible to attend this June 25-26 summer camp experience at AHS.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 28 individuals (and the entire Transportation Department) as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 47 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

people posing in front of wall of black and yellow art

The Avon Oriole Advocates had an opportunity to get to know Avon Schools up front and personal on a tour of Willow Elementary, Avon High School, Avon Academy, and Avon Middle School West. 

black & gold day

Town Council proclaimed that Friday, December 12, is 'Black & Gold Day' in the Town of Avon in honor of the triumphant season just completed by the Avon Marching Black & Gold.

children in snow

From time to time, winter weather may cause us to call for a delay, early dismissal, e-learning day, or even a closure. Here's how and when we make these important decisions and notify you.

thank you avon

ACSC administrators are grateful for so many things including the support of our strong community and the incredible students, parents, staff, and partners that make our school corporation great.

aerial view of avon high school

With the opening of the Evergreen/Willow playground at the end of fall break, our school corporation's long season of renovation, expansion, and construction officially came to a conclusion. It is certainly worth celebrating. 

student giving speech

"The moment I realized I belonged — my definition of community" is the theme for the 2025-26 Avon Optimist Club's Oratorical Contest. The contest is open to any student under the age of 19 as of October 1, 2025.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 113 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

middle school honor band

The musical talent of Avon Middle Schools North, South, and West was on full display as 23 exceptional student musicians were selected to perform in the prestigious Indiana Bandmasters Association All-Region Band.

choir performing during halftime of a basketball game

Students grades 1-6 can sign up to participate in a one-day show choir workshop — featuring the Avon Accents Show Choir — ending with a halftime performance at an Avon Orioles basketball game.

dr wyndham and podcast guests

In this, the first of what will be an annual Avon alumni episode, Dr. Wyndham catches up with three Avon High School grads, individuals who excelled in academics, arts, and athletics during their time in Avon and who are continuing to do great things in college and beyond.

collage of individuals

Avon is one of the leading school corporations in the Hoosier state, and it's not by accident. Avon students succeed in school and in life thanks to the support of their parents and family members, excellent educators and school staff, and the Avon-Washington Township community.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 60 individuals and the entire Transportation department as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

avon schools superintendent dr. scott wyndham

"I want to be able to continue the high standard of excellence that our community has come to expect, and we can only do it through the support we receive day-in and day-out from our community. I'm just thankful to be a part of such a great school district."

michelle howard alking about class sizes

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Avon Middle School West Teacher Michelle Howard explains.

dr wyndham and podcast guests

Listen in as Dr. Wyndham talks with Karie Mize and Matt Shockley about their experiences in Avon Schools and hear their firsthand accounts of the impact of Avon's failed 2011 Operating Referendum and the voter-approved 2018 Operating Referendum.

adam and casie clark talking about momentum

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Avon High School Internship Coordinator Adam Clark and Pine Tree Elementary School Teacher Casie Clark explain.

matt shockley

"The thing I can say, quite honestly, to our community is that the school district has been faithful stewards. They have provided an annual report regarding how [2018 Operating Referendum] funds have been used. And I think the community can be proud. ... There are direct results from how those dollars have been used and the success we have seen inside and outside the classroom for our kids."

check presentation at Avon Middle School West

AMS West was  designed with long-term effeciencies — and savings — at the forefront. Yesterday, Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham was on-hand to receive a large rebate check from Steve Hite, Hendricks Power Cooperative Energy Advisor.

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 62 individuals and two entire departments as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

dr wyndham and podcast guests

Dr. Wyndham is joined by three employees who play a direct role in welcoming families and students to our schools and helping them belong, learn, and grow: Pine Tree Secretary/Registrar Nicole Derhammer, Avon Middle School West Instructional Assistant Sue Misner, and Pine Tree Multilingual Teacher Sarah Valentin. Find out how the 2018 Referendum is empowering their work.

amy and scott adams talking about student supports

What was it like to be a teacher in Avon Schools in the years before and after voters approved the 2018 Operating Referendum? Willow Elementary School Teacher Amy Adams and Avon Middle School South Dean/Athletic Director Scott Adams explain.

matt harloff

"For me, I'm Avon 100%. ... The sky is the limit on what this school can do and provide for our amazing students. We can do anything. The future is incredibly bright." - Matt Harloff, Avon Marching Black & Gold Director

person's hand placing vote in ballot box

This information is designed to help the community participate and to share factual information related to the Renewal of the voter-approved 2018 Operating Referendum, which expires in 2026.

band students gathered on monument circle in indianapolis

Eighty Avon Band students in grades 7-9 recently joined more than 1,000 young musicians from across Indiana to perform in the 2025 Drum Corps International INpact Band.

breakfast is served

All Avon K-12 students have the opportunity to begin each day filled up and ready to learn. Our schools serve breakfast each morning for just $2.15.

dr wyndham and podcast guests

Welcome to episode 100 of the Orioles In-The-Know podcast. After 99 episodes of Dr. Wyndham playing host — listening to others answer his questions — Avon High School senior Robert Porter flips the script on him, taking control of the podcast for this special episode. A lot has happened in Avon Schools in the five years that have passed since episode 001.

The image presents a graph comparing the annual graduation rates of Avon High School to the average annual graduation rate in Indiana over the years from 2011 to 2025.

Avon High School has always had a high graduation rate, but the class of 2025 broke the record for the all-time highest. This spring, 98.4% of AHS students graduated. How was AHS able to achieve such a high mark?

ALL Stars

This month, you nominated 47 individuals as ALL Stars — Avon Schools employees who embody our mission: ALL belong, learn, and grow. Meet this month's ALL Stars and read a few of the comments.

chart showing test scores

In 2012, Avon Schools ranked 16 out of 292 Indiana school corporations on standardized testing results. In the following years, our state rank fell 39 places to 55th in the state. In 2018, when the community supported the Operating Referendum, test scores rebounded immediately.

dr wyndham and podcast guests

Dr. Wyndham talks with three excellent educators: Maple Elementary Kindergarten Teacher Janet Craig, Evergreen Elementary 1st Grade Teacher Lauren Ruth, and Avon High School Math Department Chair and Math Teacher Andrea Austin. They share their perspectives on Avon Schools before and since voters approved the 2018 Referendum.

chart showing before and after 2018 operating referendum

Avon Schools has a track record of incredible achievements that stretches decades into the past. Students, educators, and staff are empowered to achieve even more when they are surrounded by enthusiastic community support.

vote buttons

A special election is being held in Avon-Washington Township on Tuesday, November 4. You can register by October 4 at the self-serve kiosk at your child's school or online using these links.

luke tudor talking about class sizes

Did you know there's a direct link between low class sizes and student achievement? The 2018 Operating Referendum provided funds to hire enough excellent educators that large class sizes could return to normal.

students in hallway

The 2025-26 school year is underway. Check out these photos of morning arrival at our three new schools: Willow Elementary, Evergreen Elementary, and Avon Middle School West.

transportation staff in training

Our Transportation Department employees will be up early tomorrow morning. But their job isn't just about completing the routes on time. It's about safety first.

group cutting ribbon

On Tuesday, July 22, a large crowd of students, families, educators, staff, administrators, friends, neighbors, community leaders, and partners gathered in front of Avon Middle School West to celebrate a ribbon cutting ceremony.

brianne miller

Autism Consultant Brianne Miller has earned the Distinctive Service of the Year Award from the Indiana Council of Exceptional Children. Meet Mrs. Miller and find out how she's impacting staff, students, and families across our community.

student getting onto bus

We've assembled our Back-to-School Guide — a detailed webpage, accessible to all Avon families — to serve as your one-stop-shop for all the information you need for the new school year.

new classroom

The construction work at Avon Middle School West keeps moving ahead. The project will wrap in time for grand opening and the start of the 2025-26 school year. Here's a sneak peek.

AMS West Assistant Principals

At their March 10 meeting, the Avon Board of School Trustees unanimously approved the hiring of AMS West's first Assistant Principals, Briana Temple and Jessica Rabedeau.

Dr. Wyndham and podcast guests

In this conversation, Dr. Wyndham talks with Avon Middle School North Principal Mike McKinney, Avon Middle School South Principal Dr. Dan Peo, and Avon Middle School West Principal Dan Chapin about the work that is going on to prepare our three middle schools to welcome students this July.

avon principals

ACSC's K-8 Principals and Assistant Principals have an important message to share as we finalize the redistricting project and anticipate the 2025-26 school year. You'll want to hear directly from them.

aerial photo of ams west

In the summer, we'll open our third middle school, Avon Middle School West. Head inside the construction site with Principal Dan Chapin for a walk around the project. Watch your step, it's a busy place!

aerial photo of ams west

Head inside the construction site with Principal Dan Chapin for a detailed work on this project, scheduled for completion one year from now.

aerial photo of construction site

Have you been out west lately? If not, you'll be amazed at the progress that has been made on the construction of Avon Community School Corporation's third middle school, Avon Middle School West.

The image displays the logo of the Avon Community School Corporation, along with the text "2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR Highlights" against a bright yellow background with radiating sunburst patterns.

A lot can happen over the course of a school year, especially in a school corporation like Avon Schools. We have compiled a list of some of the academic, artistic, athletic, and teacher/leader highlights that have happened since last July, and you can access them all on our website. 

ibeams

Join Performance Services, Indiana Steel, and Avon Schools on May 20 as we celebrate a Beam Signing at AMS West. Don't miss this opportunity to write your name into Avon history.

Dr. Wyndham and podcast guests

Join Dr. Wyndham as he discusses the details of the proposal our corporation and middle school athletic directors have been working on for middle school athletics. Find out what their ideas are for existing programs like football, basketball, cross country, track, volleyball, and more, how they're slow-rolling the growth of new programs like baseball and softball, and what their plans are for adding new sports.

aerial photo of east and west

Avon’s kindergarten through sixth grade students have spoken. In August 2025, when AIS East and West open their doors as elementary schools, students will walk into Evergreen Elementary and Willow Elementary.

aerial photo

In the 50 days between our last update on November 1 and today, December 21, 2023, a ton of progress has occurred. Thanks to excellent weather, site work and foundation work is taking shape. Check it out!

aerial photo

In the 35 days between the September 26 groundbreaking ceremony and November 1, 2023, so much work has happened on the site of Avon Middle School West. Check it out!

The image displays a laptop screen with the Avon Academy logo and the text "VISIT US ONLINE!" against a dark background with a stack of books and a coffee mug.

Avon Academy and Avon Middle School West are the newest additions to ACSC's collection of school websites. Browse by to learn more about what is happening at Avon Academy and what is coming at AMS West.

Dr. Wyndham and podcast guests

During this conversation between Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham, CFO Sheila Glass, and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Michael Sullivan, you'll learn about the work that has already occurred at AMS West, what is coming in the next several months, how Avon Schools will be able to complete this project with no taxpayer impact and without the use of referendum funds, and much more.

aerial photo of farmland

Curious about the location of Avon's third middle school? This video will show you the location of the property — acquired in 2010 — and help you get your bearings.

strategic growth announcement

Our Board of School Trustees made an important – unanimous – decision at their meeting last night in selecting a model that will position Avon Schools to meet the demands of our growing student enrollment.