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Avondale Kicks Off March is Reading Month with Books & Bites March is Reading Month is off to an exciting start in Avondale with a brand-new program designed to bring stories to life in a delicious way! In partnership with our dining services team, Avondale student-athletes are teaming up with K-2 classrooms for Books & Bites.
Growing Minds & Greens: A Fresh Partnership with Planted Detroit Our district's Dining Services team is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Planted Detroit to bring locally sourced, organically grown greens to our cafeterias. Through this collaboration, students will have the opportunity to enjoy fresh, nutritious produce while also engaging in unique learning experiences centered around hydroponics and sustainable agriculture.
Avondale Schools Announce 2024-2025 Teachers of The Year Avondale School District is thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year! Each school within our district has selected an outstanding educator who exemplifies excellence in teaching, student engagement, and dedication to their school communities.
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Accelerated Pathways Application Window Opens December 9, 2024
The Accelerated Pathways program supports high school students who seek academic acceleration by providing access to opportunities for early advancement in their learning. Students receive guidance from the Accelerated Pathway coordinator in course planning, facilitating both academic acceleration and postsecondary planning. Application is for incoming 9th graders, opening December 9th, 2024 for the 2025-2026 school year.
There are 4 parts to the Accelerated Pathways application process.
Student Application: Student completes the Accelerated Pathway application. https://forms.gle/kF7nNUFVRCgMYjCe7
Check for Understanding: Student completes the Accelerated Pathway quiz. https://forms.gle/7ST3kHY5x4uVTrqk9
Recommendation Form for Staff: Student kindly asks a teacher, counselor or administrator who knows them well to complete the Accelerated Pathway recommendation form. Please email the staff member this link. https://forms.gle/JB8NLUCX2ocF85nm9
Parent Form: Parent/Guardian completes the Accelerated Pathway parent form. https://forms.gle/j36pV5QMrs4Z8fAx6
Note: Application will be open from December 9th until February 10th
Avondale GATE Magnet School Application Window Now Open
Avondale School District is excited to share that the application window for the 2025-26 school year at Avondale GATE Magnet School is now open!
The 2025-26 application window will close on February 4, 2025. Families will be notified by February 28, 2025 and a letter of intent will be due from accepted students by March 21, 2025.
If you were unable to attend the GATE Information Night on December 4, the school will be holding an additional Information Night on January 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at GATE Magnet School. This session will provide further details for families interested in applying.
For more information about the application process, frequently asked questions, important dates, and available resources, or to apply, please visit www.avondaleschools.org/gate/apply or reach out at gate.applicants@avondaleschools.org.