Afton FFA Returns from Camp Oswegatchie!
The Afton FFA had an incredible week at Camp Oswegatchie, wrapping up six days and five nights filled with leadership, outdoor adventure, friendship, and unforgettable memories.
Did you know that Afton FFA is the third oldest FFA chapter in New York state, chartered in 1929? Camp Oswegatchie was founded in 1946, and Afton FFA has proudly been sending campers there ever since. That's nearly 80 years of tradition!
One of our campers, Michelle P., made this year's camp experience even more special by sharing a piece of Afton FFA history with her fellow campers. She brought her grandfather's original "Afton Aggie" membership from his time in FFA, giving everyone a glimpse into the rich legacy of our chapter and the generations of members who came before us.
We are especially proud to recognize Connor, Emma, and Michelle, who received Leadership Awards during the camp awards banquet. Their positive attitudes, leadership, and dedication made Afton FFA proud throughout the week. Congratulations to these students on this well-deserved honor!
Camp Oswegatchie continues to be one of the most rewarding experiences available to our members, providing opportunities to build leadership skills, develop lifelong friendships, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you are interested in having your student attend Camp Oswegatchie next summer, please reach out to Cat Reeder, Afton FFA Advisor, for more information. We'd love to help your student become part of this long-standing Afton FFA tradition!





Fall Sports Starts Dates
August 17 - Varsity Football
August 24 - Varsity Soccer, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Cheer and Volleyball
August 31 - Modified Football
September 8 - Modified Soccer, Cross Country and Field Hockey
All guardians need to complete the online athletic forms that will be sent out this afternoon containing the athletic contract, medical paperwork, consent to ride and other information. Student-athletes must also have a current physical before the start of their season in order to participate. Please reach out to the school’s health office if you need to confirm this information, as well as to provide any updates. If a physical is needed, please contact your medical provider.

Afton FFA Has a Busy Weekend of Service
Afton FFA members spent the weekend giving back to the community through service and outreach at the Chenango County Fairgrounds.
On Friday, members joined FFA chapters from across Chenango County to help prepare the fairgrounds by weeding and mulching the community garden. Their hard work helped create a welcoming space for visitors while supporting the fairgrounds and promoting teamwork among local FFA chapters.
Then, on Saturday, Afton FFA participated in Dairy Day at the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Students welcomed families by distributing fresh produce, including peaches, nectarines, and yellow squash. Visitors also enjoyed complimentary lemonade, iced tea, and bottled water to stay refreshed throughout the event.
One of the most popular attractions at the Afton FFA booth was free face painting, where members transformed children into colorful creations and helped make the day even more memorable. Through their volunteer efforts, students promoted healthy living, agricultural awareness, and community engagement while representing Afton FFA with pride.







They will be doing face painting and making fresh lemonade. Everyone is invited to come out and support this great cause!

📢 We've Got a New Name!
If you notice something different in your Facebook feed, don't worry – it's still us!
To make our page easier to find when searching on Facebook and online, we've changed our page name from "Spotlight at Afton CSD" to "Afton Central School District."
While our name has changed, our commitment hasn't. We'll continue sharing the latest district news, student achievements, events, important updates and everything that makes Afton a great place to learn and grow.
Thank you for following along, and be sure to keep an eye on Afton Central School District for all the latest from our schools!

Mobile Community Cupboard Pantry on Monday, July 13
There will a mobile Community Cupboard Pantry this afternoon from 4-5 p.m. in the front of the Middle/High School.

Afton Students Compete in Norwich Gus Macker Tournament
Congratulations to all of the Afton students who competed in the Norwich Gus Macker Tournament over the weekend!
The Gus Macker is an annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament held each July in Norwich, drawing more than 300 teams and thousands of spectators.
We’re proud of everyone who represented Afton and hope you had a great experience. Great job!

Girls Wrestling Open Gyms
Any Afton girls in grades 7-12 this upcoming school year who would like to try wrestling are invited to attend open gyms from now until the end of August, every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Harpursville Elementary School. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

Congratulations to Our 2026 Afton Early-Degree Graduates!
Congratulations to our six students who graduated with associate's degrees from Tompkins Cortland Community College:
Lucius Shaunler
Emilie Hopkins
Jordan Phillips
Samantha Sperry
Jaylee Kehoe
Kathleen Charette
Boys Varsity Soccer Summer Kick-Arounds
Boys varsity soccer summer kick-arounds start on Thursday, July 16, from 6-8 p.m. on the field next to Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge.

We Are Hiring!
Are you passionate about helping students learn, grow and thrive? We're looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and help shape the future of every learner.
If you're committed to building meaningful relationships, inspiring student success and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us make a difference – one student at a time.
The full job descriptions, qualifications and application information can be found at the link below.
LINK: https://www.aftoncsd.org/page/employment

Volleyball summer open gyms is coming up! Check out the flyer for more information!

Jenna Wilson- First Team All Star
Makenna Schultz- First Team All Star
Emilie Hopkins- Second Team All Star
Adleigh Noone- Second Team All Star
Rylee Rupakus- Second Team All Star
Miranda Schultz- Honorable Mention
McKenna Ross- Honorable Mention
Megan Racine-Honorable Mention
Kadence Racine- Honorable Mention
Congratulations to Jenna Wilson for also being selected to the Second Team All State for Class D in New York State!


Mary Batsford
Cindy Covey
Geri Daly
Cindy Keller
Donna Scourzo
Denise Vawter

The last community swim for this school year is canceled for today (6/25).

BGAH Weightlifting and on-field practice is canceled for today.
https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2026-06-23/45123/Afton-FFA-projects-abound-and-include-Dairy-Day,-July-18

Community Swim is canceled for tonight.

