🏆 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS ALERT 🏆
Your BGAH varsity girls cross country team is once again Section IV Class C Champions for the third time in five years and will be moving on to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) State Meet in Queensbury next Saturday, Nov. 14!
Led by Carly LeVergne's sixth-place overall finish, followed by Laeni Baldwin, Jaylin Winans, Elzie John, Myahlee Palmer, Gabby Gross, Macey LaFever, Ruth Wilson and Marissa Mayo, the girls won a hard-fought battle against Chenango Forks, Chenango Valley, Owego and the rest of Class C, 13 teams in all.
Your BGAH varsity boys cross country team followed that up with a second-place finish of their own Class C race!
The boys were led by Owen Degan's third-place overall finish, which qualifies him individually for NYSPHSAA State Meet as well. Sean Fowler, Ethan Beardslee, Rowan Beasinger, Jackari Garipoli, My'kel George and Caleb Robertson rounded out the top seven.
This is the boys second runner-up finish in a row, and they look to compete for the top spot next year returning five of our top seven runners.
Congratulations to both teams on another amazing season!
#AftonCSD #BGAHBears #CrossCountry
Your BGAH varsity girls cross country team is once again Section IV Class C Champions for the third time in five years and will be moving on to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) State Meet in Queensbury next Saturday, Nov. 14!
Led by Carly LeVergne's sixth-place overall finish, followed by Laeni Baldwin, Jaylin Winans, Elzie John, Myahlee Palmer, Gabby Gross, Macey LaFever, Ruth Wilson and Marissa Mayo, the girls won a hard-fought battle against Chenango Forks, Chenango Valley, Owego and the rest of Class C, 13 teams in all.
Your BGAH varsity boys cross country team followed that up with a second-place finish of their own Class C race!
The boys were led by Owen Degan's third-place overall finish, which qualifies him individually for NYSPHSAA State Meet as well. Sean Fowler, Ethan Beardslee, Rowan Beasinger, Jackari Garipoli, My'kel George and Caleb Robertson rounded out the top seven.
This is the boys second runner-up finish in a row, and they look to compete for the top spot next year returning five of our top seven runners.
Congratulations to both teams on another amazing season!
#AftonCSD #BGAHBears #CrossCountry
On Wednesday, eight of our Afton Crimson Knight juniors attended the Catskill Area School Study Council conference on Student Leadership.
Our group worked on leadership development activities in the morning, then worked collaboratively to develop a student-led plan/program to improve their school.
Students will return for another two sessions to further develop a plan to implement this program their senior year.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Our group worked on leadership development activities in the morning, then worked collaboratively to develop a student-led plan/program to improve their school.
Students will return for another two sessions to further develop a plan to implement this program their senior year.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🇺🇸 Wear Your Red, White and Blue!
The Afton Central School District Student Government encourages all students and staff to wear red, white and blue on Tuesday, Nov. 10, in honor of Veterans Day.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
The Afton Central School District Student Government encourages all students and staff to wear red, white and blue on Tuesday, Nov. 10, in honor of Veterans Day.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
💃 TOMORROW: Middle School Fall Dance! 🕺
The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.)!
There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!
Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.)!
There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!
Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Several Afton Elementary School students were rewarded with fall stuffies, given out by random draw, if they chose to eat breakfast in the month of October!
Breakfast is such an important start to our day, and the elementary students can look forward to more giveaways for fueling their day with a school breakfast!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Breakfast is such an important start to our day, and the elementary students can look forward to more giveaways for fueling their day with a school breakfast!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Building Leaders. Strengthening Connections. Creating a BRAVE Community!
Today marked Week 6 and the final session of our BRAVE Youth Leadership System with Josiah “Jo” McKeon from Sweethearts and Heroes!
Over the past six weeks, 16 student leaders from our 9th and 10th grade classes have worked alongside Jo, developing the skills and confidence to build connections, strengthen our school community and make a difference while working with our 2nd grade students.
For today's final session, Jo began with one last lesson for our high school student leaders before they headed over to the Elementary School to reunite with their buddies from Ms. Hardler's and Ms. Doing's 2nd grade classrooms.
The groups kicked things off with fun activities and games before getting to work rehearsing another round of bully drills. Each group then presented its scenario in front of the class, demonstrating important lessons about recognizing and preventing bullying. After each presentation, students had the opportunity to "rewind the tape," discussing what bullying behaviors they witnessed, what they learned and how they could prevent similar situations from happening.
There were plenty of smiles, teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the session as students learned from one another and had fun putting their lessons into practice!
These experiences are about so much more than practicing a skill. By bringing students together across grade levels, we are building meaningful relationships, developing student leaders and creating a stronger sense of belonging throughout our school community.
While today marked the conclusion of our six-week program with Jo, the learning doesn't stop here! Our 9th and 10th grade student leaders are encouraged to continue visiting other elementary grade levels throughout the school year, sharing what they've learned and carrying the BRAVE program forward.
We are incredibly proud of the leadership, enthusiasm and care our students have demonstrated throughout this experience as we continue working toward our vision of a pre-K through 12th grade community of collaboration for students and staff.
A big thank you to Jo McKeon and Sweethearts and Heroes for helping our Crimson Knights learn what it means to lead with courage, kindness and compassion!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Today marked Week 6 and the final session of our BRAVE Youth Leadership System with Josiah “Jo” McKeon from Sweethearts and Heroes!
Over the past six weeks, 16 student leaders from our 9th and 10th grade classes have worked alongside Jo, developing the skills and confidence to build connections, strengthen our school community and make a difference while working with our 2nd grade students.
For today's final session, Jo began with one last lesson for our high school student leaders before they headed over to the Elementary School to reunite with their buddies from Ms. Hardler's and Ms. Doing's 2nd grade classrooms.
The groups kicked things off with fun activities and games before getting to work rehearsing another round of bully drills. Each group then presented its scenario in front of the class, demonstrating important lessons about recognizing and preventing bullying. After each presentation, students had the opportunity to "rewind the tape," discussing what bullying behaviors they witnessed, what they learned and how they could prevent similar situations from happening.
There were plenty of smiles, teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the session as students learned from one another and had fun putting their lessons into practice!
These experiences are about so much more than practicing a skill. By bringing students together across grade levels, we are building meaningful relationships, developing student leaders and creating a stronger sense of belonging throughout our school community.
While today marked the conclusion of our six-week program with Jo, the learning doesn't stop here! Our 9th and 10th grade student leaders are encouraged to continue visiting other elementary grade levels throughout the school year, sharing what they've learned and carrying the BRAVE program forward.
We are incredibly proud of the leadership, enthusiasm and care our students have demonstrated throughout this experience as we continue working toward our vision of a pre-K through 12th grade community of collaboration for students and staff.
A big thank you to Jo McKeon and Sweethearts and Heroes for helping our Crimson Knights learn what it means to lead with courage, kindness and compassion!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
📚 Guest Readers Bring Stories to Life at Afton Elementary!
We welcomed another round of guest readers to our pre-K through 5th grade classrooms at Afton Elementary School this morning!
Various Afton staff members and parents volunteered their time to visit an assigned classroom and share a story with our students, providing a fun and engaging way to kick-start our Wednesday.
Here are just a few snapshots from this morning's visits, including:
📖 Director of Special Education Tracy Caezza reading to Ms. Waffle's 4th grade class.
📖 Student Service Typist Ronal Noone reading to Ms. Hardler's 2nd grade class.
📖 Parent Shannon Stiner reading to Mr. Kober's kindergarten class.
A big thank you to all of our staff members and parents who took the time to share a story and make reading extra special for our elementary students!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
We welcomed another round of guest readers to our pre-K through 5th grade classrooms at Afton Elementary School this morning!
Various Afton staff members and parents volunteered their time to visit an assigned classroom and share a story with our students, providing a fun and engaging way to kick-start our Wednesday.
Here are just a few snapshots from this morning's visits, including:
📖 Director of Special Education Tracy Caezza reading to Ms. Waffle's 4th grade class.
📖 Student Service Typist Ronal Noone reading to Ms. Hardler's 2nd grade class.
📖 Parent Shannon Stiner reading to Mr. Kober's kindergarten class.
A big thank you to all of our staff members and parents who took the time to share a story and make reading extra special for our elementary students!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🏀 Afton Girls Tip-Off Tournament
Mark your calendars for the Afton Girls Tip-Off Tournament, kicking off one month from today, Dec. 4 and 5, in the main gym at Afton Central School District!
📆 Friday, Dec. 4
🏀 Worcester vs. Cincinnatus at 5:30 p.m.
🏀 Otselic Valley vs. Afton at 7:15 p.m.
📆 Saturday, Dec. 5
🏀 Consolation Game at 9 a.m.
🏀 Championship Game at 11 a.m.
🎟️ $5/spectator per day (students and children free!)
🍿 Concessions will be available!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Mark your calendars for the Afton Girls Tip-Off Tournament, kicking off one month from today, Dec. 4 and 5, in the main gym at Afton Central School District!
📆 Friday, Dec. 4
🏀 Worcester vs. Cincinnatus at 5:30 p.m.
🏀 Otselic Valley vs. Afton at 7:15 p.m.
📆 Saturday, Dec. 5
🏀 Consolation Game at 9 a.m.
🏀 Championship Game at 11 a.m.
🎟️ $5/spectator per day (students and children free!)
🍿 Concessions will be available!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
A little lunchtime fun at Afton!
Today, our Crimson Knights enjoyed some time to relax, catch up with friends and make the most of the warm November weather!
Superintendent Annette Hammond and Middle/High School Principal Joel Carle stopped by the Middle School lunch to chat with students, while others took the opportunity to snap some pictures with their friends. Outside, students enjoyed the warm temperatures with a little friendly competition, kicking soccer balls and tossing around footballs.
Just a few snapshots of the everyday moments that make our school community special!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Today, our Crimson Knights enjoyed some time to relax, catch up with friends and make the most of the warm November weather!
Superintendent Annette Hammond and Middle/High School Principal Joel Carle stopped by the Middle School lunch to chat with students, while others took the opportunity to snap some pictures with their friends. Outside, students enjoyed the warm temperatures with a little friendly competition, kicking soccer balls and tossing around footballs.
Just a few snapshots of the everyday moments that make our school community special!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🏐 VOLLEYBALL SECTIONALS!
Good luck to Afton/Harpursville Volleyball tonight as the girls travel to Walton for a sectional game against Walton-Downsville at 6 p.m.!
#AftonCSD #AftonHarpursville #Volleyball
Good luck to Afton/Harpursville Volleyball tonight as the girls travel to Walton for a sectional game against Walton-Downsville at 6 p.m.!
#AftonCSD #AftonHarpursville #Volleyball
💃 REMINDER: Middle School Fall Dance! 🕺
The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is coming up this Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.).
There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!
Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
The Afton Middle School Fall Dance is coming up this Friday, Nov. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the old 55 gym (enter on Sand St.).
There will be raffles, games and music by DJ Kober!
Admission is $5/person (middle school guests welcome), and concessions will be available for purchase during the dance.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🎭✨ TONIGHT: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE! ✨🎭
📸 Here's a sneak preview of the entertainment you'll be able to enjoy this evening as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!
From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶
📅 TONIGHT! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.
We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tonight!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
📸 Here's a sneak preview of the entertainment you'll be able to enjoy this evening as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!
From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶
📅 TONIGHT! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.
We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tonight!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
SUNY Broome is excited to be partnering with Afton Central School District in offering the College Express program to all graduating seniors.
Through the College Express partnership, all Afton seniors were offered acceptance to SUNY Broome for the fall 2027 semester. This direct admissions program helps students get through the enrollment process easily in collaboration with the school district.
This program provides resources beyond SUNY Broome to learn more about Financial Aid, Opportunity Programs and College Success. No matter what plans a student has after graduation, this program offers access now and in the future.
This program is part of SUNY Broome's effort to strengthen the community and to show all students there is a place for them at SUNY Broome if they are interested.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights #CollegeExpress
Through the College Express partnership, all Afton seniors were offered acceptance to SUNY Broome for the fall 2027 semester. This direct admissions program helps students get through the enrollment process easily in collaboration with the school district.
This program provides resources beyond SUNY Broome to learn more about Financial Aid, Opportunity Programs and College Success. No matter what plans a student has after graduation, this program offers access now and in the future.
This program is part of SUNY Broome's effort to strengthen the community and to show all students there is a place for them at SUNY Broome if they are interested.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights #CollegeExpress
🎭✨ TOMORROW: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE! ✨🎭
Get ready for an evening of entertainment as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!
From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶
📅 TOMORROW! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.
We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tomorrow!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Get ready for an evening of entertainment as the Afton Middle/High School Drama Club proudly presents All the World’s a Stage, a variety show showcasing the incredible talents of our students and staff!
From vocal and instrumental performances to dancing, acting scenes, monologues and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎤🎶
📅 TOMORROW! Tuesday, Nov. 3
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Afton Middle/High School Auditorium
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Donations are appreciated and will help support future Afton Drama Club events.
We invite all families, friends and community members to come out for a fun-filled evening and show their support for our talented Crimson Knights!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. We hope to see you tomorrow!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
November Menus Available!
With a new month comes new breakfast and lunch menus! You can always access the daily menus on our website and mobile app by selecting Menu at the top and navigating to the "Dining" button.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
With a new month comes new breakfast and lunch menus! You can always access the daily menus on our website and mobile app by selecting Menu at the top and navigating to the "Dining" button.
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🎃👻 A SPOOKTACULAR DAY AT AFTON! 👻🎃
Our Crimson Knights were dressed to impress today for our annual Halloween Costume Parade and Halloween Party Celebration!
Students and teachers alike showed off their fun, festive and creative costumes as they made their way around the bus circle for our outdoor parade before heading inside to the gym to get the Halloween party started! 🧙♀️🦸♂️🦇
From spooky to silly and everything in between, there was no shortage of Halloween spirit at Afton today!
📸 Check out all the photos from our frightfully fun celebration! Happy Halloween, Crimson Knights!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Our Crimson Knights were dressed to impress today for our annual Halloween Costume Parade and Halloween Party Celebration!
Students and teachers alike showed off their fun, festive and creative costumes as they made their way around the bus circle for our outdoor parade before heading inside to the gym to get the Halloween party started! 🧙♀️🦸♂️🦇
From spooky to silly and everything in between, there was no shortage of Halloween spirit at Afton today!
📸 Check out all the photos from our frightfully fun celebration! Happy Halloween, Crimson Knights!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🇺🇸 HONORING OUR VETERANS! 🇺🇸
Afton Central School District invites you to a special Veterans Day Breakfast as we come together to honor and thank those who have served or are currently serving in our armed forces.
Please join us for a morning of appreciation and gratitude!
📅 Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Afton Elementary School, 29 Academy Street
🚪 Entrance: Please enter through the Sand Street entrance via the High School cafeteria.
PLEASE RSVP BY OCT. 29 to the Elementary Office at 📞 607-639-8234.
We look forward to welcoming our local heroes and expressing our heartfelt appreciation for their courage, service and sacrifice.
Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Afton Central School District invites you to a special Veterans Day Breakfast as we come together to honor and thank those who have served or are currently serving in our armed forces.
Please join us for a morning of appreciation and gratitude!
📅 Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Afton Elementary School, 29 Academy Street
🚪 Entrance: Please enter through the Sand Street entrance via the High School cafeteria.
PLEASE RSVP BY OCT. 29 to the Elementary Office at 📞 607-639-8234.
We look forward to welcoming our local heroes and expressing our heartfelt appreciation for their courage, service and sacrifice.
Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
The BGAH cross country team turned in an outstanding performance Wednesday evening as they hosted the 2026 MAC Championships!
Leading the way was Owen Degan, who was crowned the Boys Varsity MAC Champion, winning the race with an impressive time of 16:10! The varsity boys earned a hard-fought second-place team finish, led by Owen, Sean Fowler in 5th, Ethan Beardslee in 7th, Jackari Garipoli in 13th and Rowan Beasinger in 15th.
The varsity girls battled their way to a third-place team finish in an incredibly close championship race, with just eight points separating the top three teams! Carly LaVergne led the girls with a 10th-place finish, followed by Lelaenia Baldwin in 12th, Jalyn Winans in 14th, Macey LaFever in 16th and Elzie John in 18th.
The modified teams stole the show, with BOTH the boys and girls capturing MAC Team Championships with perfect scores of 15 points!
The modified boys were led by Dawson Mayo, Zachary Ives, Charles Knapp, Roman Lucchese and Ivan Lans.
The modified girls matched that championship performance behind strong races from Hadley Buttice, Evelyn Noxon, Zendaya Pierson, Sophia Beach and Delanie Shem-Tov.
Congratulations to all of our BGAH runners on a fantastic evening of racing!
#AftonCSD #BGAHBears #CrossCountry #MACChampionship
Leading the way was Owen Degan, who was crowned the Boys Varsity MAC Champion, winning the race with an impressive time of 16:10! The varsity boys earned a hard-fought second-place team finish, led by Owen, Sean Fowler in 5th, Ethan Beardslee in 7th, Jackari Garipoli in 13th and Rowan Beasinger in 15th.
The varsity girls battled their way to a third-place team finish in an incredibly close championship race, with just eight points separating the top three teams! Carly LaVergne led the girls with a 10th-place finish, followed by Lelaenia Baldwin in 12th, Jalyn Winans in 14th, Macey LaFever in 16th and Elzie John in 18th.
The modified teams stole the show, with BOTH the boys and girls capturing MAC Team Championships with perfect scores of 15 points!
The modified boys were led by Dawson Mayo, Zachary Ives, Charles Knapp, Roman Lucchese and Ivan Lans.
The modified girls matched that championship performance behind strong races from Hadley Buttice, Evelyn Noxon, Zendaya Pierson, Sophia Beach and Delanie Shem-Tov.
Congratulations to all of our BGAH runners on a fantastic evening of racing!
#AftonCSD #BGAHBears #CrossCountry #MACChampionship
🎃 Afton Elementary School Halloween Costume Parade 🎃
Join us Friday morning in the bus loop starting at 8:15 a.m. for our Halloween Costume Parade!
Please make sure any costumes and accessories are school appropriate.
We hope to see you there tomorrow!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
Join us Friday morning in the bus loop starting at 8:15 a.m. for our Halloween Costume Parade!
Please make sure any costumes and accessories are school appropriate.
We hope to see you there tomorrow!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
🎃 More pumpkin decorating fun at Afton! 🍂
The creativity continued Wednesday as more Afton Elementary School classes visited Mrs. Reeder's new Agriculture Education room in the Middle/High School for day two of pumpkin decorating!
With help from Mrs. Reeder and her Ag students, our young artists transformed their pumpkins into colorful, festive masterpieces just in time for Halloween! 🎨
What a fun couple of days bringing our elementary and secondary students together for some hands-on fall fun!
📸 Check out more photos from Wednesday's pumpkin decorating festivities!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
The creativity continued Wednesday as more Afton Elementary School classes visited Mrs. Reeder's new Agriculture Education room in the Middle/High School for day two of pumpkin decorating!
With help from Mrs. Reeder and her Ag students, our young artists transformed their pumpkins into colorful, festive masterpieces just in time for Halloween! 🎨
What a fun couple of days bringing our elementary and secondary students together for some hands-on fall fun!
📸 Check out more photos from Wednesday's pumpkin decorating festivities!
#AftonCSD #AftonCrimsonKnights
