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District News

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Click here to visit the Avon Virtual Summer School page.

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Welcome to Avon!

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Registration for the 2013-2014 Seedlings Preschool is now open. Click here for registration information.

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ACSC Board Honors Avon Parent Partnership Committee

The ACSC Board recently honored the Avon Parent Partnership Committee (APPC) for its leadership and dedication. Eight chairpersons/presidents who led the group for the past eight years were recognized at a recent board meeting: Mary Burkhart, AMS South (2005-06); Linda Langford, Hickory (2006-07); Kristi Kerr, Sycamore (2007-08); Sue Miller, Sycamore (2008-09); Jennifer Rice, AIS West (2009-10); Sophie Lazaro, Maple (2010-11), Amy Lex, AIS East (2011-12); and Lisa Gemmer, AMS North (2012-13). A plaque inscribed with these individuals’ names/buildings will be displayed in the building where the next chairperson represents. The names/buildings of future chairpersons will be added to the plaque and will travel among the school buildings.

The mission of the Avon Parent Partnership Committee is to give voice to parents regarding academics. The group currently consists of two parents per building who meet regularly with school administrators to talk about academic issues. Parents serve a two-year term. Become involved and learn more about APPC at http://www.avon-schools.org/Page/199.

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School Surplus Sale
The 2013 Annual Avon Schools Surplus Equipment Sale will be held on Thursday, June 27th. Please come to the Avon Maintenance Facility (SR 267 in Avon) between 8 a.m. and noon. This event is open to the public. The proceeds will benefit the educational programs funded by the Avon Education Foundation.

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ACSC Board Names Assistant Principal for AIS West

Mrs. Jenny Shayotovich was named Avon Intermediate School West’s new Assistant Principal by the Avon Community School Corporation Board.

Mrs. Shayotovich is currently an instructional and technology coach. Prior to her current position, she taught at AIS-West and Maple Elementary, where she was named Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Shayotovich began her teaching career in PerryTownship.

"We look forward to Jenny’s contributions in her new position and welcome her to this new role,” said Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Hoernemann, ACSC superintendent.

Mrs. Shayotovich received her Bachelor’s degree from Purdue, her Master’s in Education with an emphasis in technology and her administrative licensure from IUPUI. She has also coached the AHS Softball team for over a decade.

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New Principal Named for Sycamore Elementary

The Avon Community School Corporation Board has named Ms. Nicole Harris as the next principal of Sycamore Elementary School. Ms.Harris is currently assistant principal at Avon Intermediate School West. She will return to Sycamore having served there as a part-time assistant principal when she first came to Avon Community School Corporation in 2007.
Prior to her experiences in Avon, Ms. Harris served as principal of a K-6 elementary school in Fountain County and taught both special and general education in Reelsville, IN.
“We are delighted to see Ms.Harris take on this role at Sycamore,” said Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Hoernemann, ACSC superintendent. “Her tenure in Avon has been filled with successful student, parent, and staff relationships. She has been a leader in our district’s implementation of Response to Instruction and has consistently been an advocate for all students.”

Ms. Harris has a B.S., M.S., and Educational Specialist degrees from Indiana State University. Her new role is effective July 1, 2013.

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ACSC Announces New Assistant Superintendent

The Avon Community School Board has appointed Dr. John Atha as the new assistant superintendent. The Corporation announced the appointment during a board meeting on May 28, 2013.

Dr. Atha is currently the principal of Bishop Chatard HighSchool (Indianapolis) and will begin his new position with ACSC on July 1, 2013. Prior to these three years as a high school principal, Dr. Atha served five years as Assistant Superintendent in Noblesville Schools where he also worked as Director of Curriculum, Elementary Principal, and Middle School Assistant Principal. Dr. Atha began his career as a middle school mathematics teacher. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Ball State University.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Atha join our team. His previous successful experiences at all levels of education make him a uniquely qualified leader,” said Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Hoernemann, ACSC superintendent. “Dr. Atha is known as a dynamic educator who is admired and respected by those with whom he has worked.”
Dr. Atha received a doctor of education, specialist in education, master of arts in education all from Ball State University, and a bachelor of science from Saint Joseph’s College.

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Six Avon Schools among Those Named as Indiana 4-Star Schools
Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz announced Indiana's 4-Star schools for 2013 with six Avon schools among them. River Birch Elementary, Maple Elementary, Avon Intermediate School East, Avon Intermediate School West, Avon Middle School North and Avon Middle School South have been designated 4-Star Schools. In order to achieve this honor, a school must be in the top 25th percentile of schools in ISTEP+ testing results. A total of 313 schools received the award throughout the state.

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Superintendent's Message

A Message from Superintendent Hoernemann

As the school year comes to a close, a simple thank you is in order. First, to the retirees who will end their careers in public education – we are all grateful for your service. Thank you to:

v Steve Belcher (AHS Science Teacher for 28 years)

v Fred Bostelman (School Bus Driver for 12 years)

v Dannie Britt (School Bus Driver for 10 years)

v Loren Enders (AHS Business Teacher for 41 years)

v Jimmy Goins (Maple Elementary Custodian for 36 years)

v Terri Gunn (AHS ELL Teacher for 14 years at Avon and 18 total years in education)

v Cheryl Hettlinger (Administration Center Secretary with 15 years at Avon)

v Diane Kimbley (School Bus Driver with 13 years at Avon)

v Stan Malless (AHS Business Teacher for 32 years)

v Paula McCardle (River Birch Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher with 33 years at Avon)

v Suzanne Medvescek (AHS Social Studies Teacher with 15 years at Avon)

v Gerry Nordmeyer (School Bus Driver for 10 years)

v Sylvia Partlow (Pine Tree and Sycamore Elementary School Art Teacher with 26½ years at Avon and 31½ total years in education)

v Frank Perkins (AMSN Principal with 15 years at Avon and a total of 24 years in education)

v Melinda Quirke (Avon Deputy Treasurer/Payroll Clerk with a total of 25 years at Avon)

v Susan Shaffer (AHS French Teacher with 38 years at Avon and 41 years total in education)

v Shirley Weasner (School Bus Driver for 10 years)

Thanks to our parents who send us such wonderful students. We appreciate the myriad of ways you support not only your children but all children. Volunteering in the classroom, donating to various projects, monitoring homework, attending extra-curricular activities and encouraging staff members are just a few reasons we are grateful to you.

We thank our community for its monetary and moral support. Our partnership is strong and growing stronger.

Finally, my personal thanks to our extraordinary ACSC staff. Whatever your role or department, your commitment to our students is inspiring. Thank you for dedicating your work life to public education.

Best wishes for a safe and rejuvenating summer!

As always, feel free to email me at mehoernemann@avon-schools.org.

Sincerely,

Margaret Hoernemann
Superintendent

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