Shannon Sanders

Congratulations to all the AES participants in the 2026 DCSD Technology Competition! We are incredibly proud of our students for their creativity, innovation, and hard work. A special congratulations to our County-level winners who will advance to the State Competition on March 14 in McDonough, Georgia.

Join AES friends on Tuesday, March 24 for Spirit Night at Avondale Pizza Cafe in Decatur. 10% of sales benefit the AES Foundation. Please mention “AES” in your order to make sure the proceeds go toward the school.

We have immediate needs for Mystery Readers in the class room or in the Media Center now through March 9! And we have lots of opportunities to volunteer during the Scholastic Book Fair, March 27 - April 3. Sign up now!

Sign up now! Read-A-Thon ends March 9. Let's celebrate reading at AES and support our school. This is a favorite fundraiser—engaging the students, encouraging reading and having fun! Volunteers needed as mystery readers!

Learn more about Avondale Elementary School on our first Spring Tour. Gather at the front office on Monday, March 9 at 8:30 am.

Get ready for a week full of SCHOOL SPIRIT, March 2 - 6! AES is celebrating Read Across America Week, a special time to enjoy stories, use our imaginations, and show how much we love reading.

Celebrate career week with spirit days! Wednesday, Feb. 25: Your Future is Bright – dress in bright colors and sunglasses Thursday, Feb. 26: College Roommates – find a friend & dress like twins Friday, Feb. 27: Future Selfie Day –…

You’re invited to the AES Black History Program, “What A Wonderful World!” presented by the AES Music Department. Please note date change. Use the links to sign your child up to participate and view the practice materials.

Winter Break is February 16 - 20! Reminder: there is no after care this Friday, February 13. Please make arrangements to have your child picked up from school by 2:45 pm.