Andover CSD

Get ready for Spring Spirit Week coming up April 29 through May 3, 2024, at Andover Central School. Link to Spring Spirit Week Schedule: https://5il.co/2iu25 Link to Spring Spirit Week Class Colors: https://5il.co/2iu26 Let's see that Spring Spirit!

The Andover Central School District is accepting applications for a K-12 Instrumental Music Teacher. Please click the following link to view the posting: https://www.applitrack.com/andovercsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=K-12+Grade+Teacher

Please click the following link to view a job vacancy posting for an Anticipated Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for the 2024-2025 School Year with the Andover Central School District: https://www.applitrack.com/andovercsd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=288

Dear Andover School Families - The Kinship Caregivers Youth Group will be hosting an ice cream social at 3:00 PM today, April 29th, at ACS. This is open to students of all ages who are being cared for by a family member. Please contact Kim Fanton with any questions. Thank you!

April 29th Announcements: PDF - https://5il.co/2jx8o Espanol - https://5il.co/2jx8p Video - https://5il.co/2jx9d

Please click the following link for the May 2024 Breakfast, Snack, and Lunch Menu at Andover Central School: https://5il.co/2jr3w Thank you!

Is your child missing any clothing? Please click the following link to the photo gallery of our Lost and Found Items at Andover Central School as of April 23, 2024. https://www.andovercsd.org/documents/pictures/lost-and-found-items-as-of-4%2F23%2F2024/612851 Any items not claimed prior to May 17, 2024, will be donated to a local charity. You may contact Mrs. Karen Odom at (607) 478-8491, extension 239, to claim any items belonging to your child. Thank you!

April 22nd Announcements: PDF - https://5il.co/2j1vj Espanol - https://5il.co/2j1vk Video - https://5il.co/2j1w6

New Influencers making a difference in 1st and 2nd grade PE at Andover Central School.

Dear Andover School Community - Please click the following link for information on a Parent Forum being held on April 27, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:30 PM at Alfred University's Child and Family Services Center: https://5il.co/2iv0a This will include presentations from Early Intervention, Preschool Evaluators and Service Providers based around children with special health care needs.

April 18th Announcements: PDF - https://5il.co/2iu0m Espanol - https://5il.co/2iu0n Video - https://5il.co/2iu12

Notice of Special Meeting - Please take notice that the Board of Education of the Andover Central School District will hold a Special meeting on Monday, April 22, 2024, at 5:00 PM in Room 142/143. https://5il.co/2iquw

Dear Andover School Community - The Village of Andover will be flushing hydrants April 16 - April 18, 2024. Expect brown tint to the water. Please let water run until it becomes clear. All drinking fountains have filters so this should not affect drinking water. Just as a precaution, please let drinking fountains run for a second before drinking the water. Thank you! https://5il.co/2ijpp

Don't miss the FREE Food Pantry (with no income requirements) today, April 15, 2024, from 5:30 -6:30 PM (while supplies last) in the school cafeteria. This is open to families who have students enrolled in the Andover School District. Please enter through the cafeteria doors out back of the school building. Contact Kim Fanton with any questions at kfanton@andovercsd.org. https://5il.co/2i8qg

Dear Andover School Families - Please click the following link to a letter from Mrs. Kimberly Fanton regarding the Scholastic Book Club: https://5il.co/2iima Any questions may be directed to her at 607-478-8491, extension 209, or email kfanton@andovercsd.org. Thank you!

Dear Andover School Families - Starting Monday, April 15, 2024, buses will go back to the original pickup times. Bus will no longer be 5 minutes early in the morning. The BOCES/Scio bus #81 will leave at 7:35 a.m. and the Cuba Academy bus will be leaving at 7:30 a.m. Cuba Academy students will be riding bus #80 (the original bus that went to Cuba). Please contact Shane Sharrett at 607-478-8491, extension 232, with any questions. Thank you!

Our Modified Games for tonight have been postponed to 5/15 at 6pm in Andover. Our Varsity Games for tomorrow have been postponed to next Saturday at 11am in Andover. Our Modified Teams will not practice tonight. Our Varsity Softball practice will now be in Andover from 4:15-5:45.

Andover Central School is pleased to announce Makaila Brewster as the Valedictorian for the Class of 2024. In addition to attending ACS and being a member of the ACS National Honor Society, she also is heavily involved in school-based athletics and volunteering within the community. Makaila is currently enrolled in several college-level courses and attends the weekly Government Internship at the Belmont BOCES Center. For all four years of her high school career, she has been a dedicated member of the soccer, basketball, and softball teams, demonstrating strong leadership skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship both on and off the field. Makaila has been an active member of the Music Department, Drama Club, and National Honor Society. Makaila’s enthusiasm for music is evident through her participation in both the chorus and band programs. Her musical talents have enriched our school community, and her commitment to perfecting her skills is truly commendable. Notably, she has also participated in the all-county music program, showcasing her abilities and passion for music beyond our school's walls. Beyond her academic and extracurricular commitments, Makaila consistently demonstrates a strong sense of community spirit through her volunteer work. She generously volunteers her time to assist with organizing dinners at the school and in the wider community, exemplifying her dedication to giving back and supporting others. During her junior year, she was awarded the Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award, Frank McKibben Award, Bonnie Scholarship Award, George H. Ball Community Achievement Award, and Women in STEM award through RIT. Makaila is the daughter of Jacob and Angela Brewster. Makaila plans to attend St. Bonaventure University for Biochemistry in the fall of 2024. We are also pleased to announce Louis Simon as the Salutatorian for the Class of 2024. Louis has consistently excelled in his courses, demonstrating a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for learning. Beyond his academic pursuits, Louis is actively involved in extracurricular activities, particularly in the drama club and the National Honor Society. In the drama club, he has proven himself to be a talented and dedicated performer, captivating audiences with his stage presence and commitment to his craft. His involvement in the National Honor Society further attests to his strong character and leadership skills, as he consistently contributes to various service projects and initiatives in our school community. Louis is a positive influence on his peers and is well-respected among students and faculty alike for his kindness, integrity, and willingness to help others. His academic awards include the Bonnie Scholarship Award, George H. Ball Community Achievement Award, Xerox Award for Innovation and Information Technology and the RIT Computing Award. Louis is the son of Neal Simon and Heather Simon and plans to attend Alfred State to study Computer Information Technology in the fall of 2024. Congratulations to Makaila and Louis, who have worked hard to earn this honor and should be very proud of their accomplishments.

Some of our kindergarten class enjoyed using materials from BOCES play kits, during free time today. They followed picture directions to construct a cabin with plastic logs. They were super proud of what they built together! ☺️ 🔨 🪵

Dear Andover School Community - The Andover Central School District has two Board of Education vacancies to fill the expired terms of Patrick Howland Jr. and Betsy Kent. Petitions are available in the office of the District Clerk from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays, and must be returned by 5:00 PM on April 22, 2024. Please click the following link for more details regarding the vacancies: https://5il.co/2hs1m Candidates must meet the qualifications found in the following link: https://5il.co/2hs2f Thank you!