We Are Avondale
We are a district where every student matters, and every story counts.
We are an inclusive and diverse community, striving to create a culture where every voice is heard, respected, and valued. We believe success isn't just about academic achievement; it's about personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery. We are dreamers. We are leaders. We are innovators. We are Avondale.
Mission & Vision That Guide Us
Our Mission
The Avondale School District will cultivate innovation, foster strong relationships and engage ALL students in real-world experiences to inspire and empower tomorrow’s leaders and responsible citizens.
Our Vision
The Avondale School district, in partnership with the community, prepares ALL students to be lifelong learners and to achieve success in a globalized society.
Our Values
We envision...
- A district in which staff members use instruction and assessment to ensure the achievement of all learners.
- A community that promotes, recognizes and celebrates individual and collaborative effort and achievement.
- A district in which staff, students, and parents maximize the use of current technology.
- A district in which a rigorous and relevant curriculum is effectively implemented.
Avondale by the numbers
We Are Leaders
Noteworthy News
Students use class project for unified fundraiser January 20, 2026
Taking what they learned in the classroom, Avondale students used their class project to make a real fundraiser for the unified program. For their marketing class semester passion project, Avondale students created a t-shirt fundraiser where the proceeds benefited the unified program at the school. In addition to purchasing a shirt, customers were also able to make a donation to the program directly through the site created. During the fundraiser the group sold over 50 t-shirts and raised over $370. Keaton Moreton, one of the students creating the project said "It helped get us noticed and it also gives us more support". "I had a sense of pride seeing people buy the creation and I also learned how a business is run" Moreton said as well. Ben Beltinck, another student working on the project said "it was teamwork" when it came to developing the slogan for the shirts. The shirt sales will help the unified program in the different activities that are ran through it, including the sports programs and some whole school engagement measures as well.
Avondale Unveils Sensory Garden Honoring Dr. Crystal Sanford-Brown December 18, 2025
This week’s Avondale Board of Education meeting was a truly special and meaningful occasion, as the district came together to honor former Board Member Dr. Crystal Sanford-Brown and unveil a heartfelt project that will leave a lasting legacy for generations of Avondale’s youngest learners.
Avondale Hosts Unified Tip Off Night December 18, 2025
Avondale Unified hosted the first ever "Tip-Off Night" December 17 as a full start to the basketball season. The event featured 5 schools from around the metro Detroit area coming together to play before heading into the holiday break. There were a total of 4 games played and close over 65 athletes taking part in the event.
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Employment
Employment Information
We believe that developing the best staff through a robust support network and comprehensive professional development is essential for creating a community poised to provide exceptional opportunities for our students. By investing in our educators, we empower them to enhance their skills and knowledge, ultimately enriching the learning experiences they offer.
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Featured Students
Three Avondale High School Seniors Recognized as Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program October 6, 2025
Avondale High School is proud to celebrate seniors Brandon Chan, Benjamin Decoster, and Ajitesh Ravula for earning national recognition as Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. This distinction places them among the top 50,000 students in the nation who demonstrated exceptional academic ability on the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
Avondale Top Scholars: Class of 2025 May 14, 2025
Honoring Excellence, Dedication, and Leadership
We are proud to recognize the extraordinary achievements of our Top Scholars, students whose perseverance, resilience, and drive have not only defined their time at Avondale but have laid the foundation for their continued success.
Avondale Student Spotlight: Anirudh Anand May 12, 2025
Anirudh Anand, 5th grader at Avondale GATE Magnet School, won the Michigan Elementary State Chess Championship! Ani's hard work, strategic thinking, and dedication to the game earned him the top spot in the state, and now he's preparing to represent Michigan at the 125th U.S. Open Chess Championship.
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