
AFSA K-12 Family Update
October 18 , 2024

October 18, 2024
AFSA PreK-12 Families,
It was great to see all of the families at conferences! Thank you to all who came and a huge thank you to everyone who donated snacks to the teachers for their conference and work days.
We are looking for Halloween decoration donations for the NHS Haunted Hallway! If you have decorations that you would like to donate please contact Mr. Wakefield.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you!
Important Date Reminders:
October 25th - NO SCHOOL AFSA PreK-12
November 1st - NO SCHOOL AFSA Elementary ONLY (AFSA High School is in session)
Special Note - To access the downloadable files attached to the newsletter click the top of the Family Update email that says "View in browser."
Haunted Hallway at the High School
Join AFSA's National Honor Society (NHS) at AFSA High School's first ever Haunted Hallway on Wednesday, October 30th! From 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. we will have a kid friendly hour (Geared towards PreK-4th grade) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. the hallway opens up to teens (5th-12th) grade.
There will be crafts, games, treats and more! There is no charge for the event however, we are asking for free will donations. See you there!
We are also on the look out for donations of Halloween decorations. Please contact Mr. Wakefield if you would like to make a donation.
AFSA PreK-12 Parent/Family Group - Family
The Parent/Family Group is seeking volunteers to help seek donations for and coordinate the silent auction held in January! Much of this work involves submitting online requests. If interested, please contact lscherer@afsahighschool.com
Want to be a part of planning and organizing parent/family group sponsored events and activities? We could use your help!! Fill out our Google form here. Please email lscherer@afsak12.com with questions
Stay connected with us on Facebook! Join the AFSA PreK-12 Parent/Family Group click here.
AFSA's Donation Request List
We are looking for a few items! See below for details:
AFSA Elementary:
- Ice packs (Reusable - liquid, gel, beads etc.)
- Pants (Gently used, sizes 4T to 14)
- New Underwear (Boys and Girls Sizes 4-8)
Please drop any items off at the elementary building.
AFSA High School:
- Lumber (Hard or soft wood) we are specifically looking for a wider stock Lumber
- Hard plastic to-go containers to grow microgreens in 9th grade
- Woodworking finish nails
- Plywood sheets (24X48) would be the preferred size
- Epoxy - tabletop
If you have any of the above items please contact Sam Wakefield.
Thank you for your support!
AFSA PreK-12 Yearbooks - On Sale Now!
Elementary Yearbooks (PreK-6th):
Elementary Yearbooks are on sale now for $15. Yearbooks will be delivered at the end of the school year. If you would like to order an AFSA Elementary (PreK-6) yearbook online please click here. Cash and check payments can be made in the front office of the elementary school. Orders for the AFSA Elementary yearbook ends April 25th, 2025.
High School Yearbooks (7th-12th):
High School yearbooks are on sale now! Yearbooks are $35 if ordered by December 20, 2024 after that the cost goes up to $45 until March 8, 2025 and after that the cost goes up to $55 until the last day to order, April 29, 2025. Click here to order the HS yearbook online. The HS yearbooks are ordered through Entourage (not SchoolPay). You can also pay for high school yearbooks with cash or check in the front office at the high school.
AFSA PreK-12 at the Vadnais Heights Halloween Party
AFSA PreK-12 Picture Retake Day and Photo Ordering Information
Picture retake day is coming up November 7th at both the elementary and high school building.
Ordered Photo Package and Student is Having Retakes: If your student is having retakes and you ordered a photo package and received the photo package you will need to send the photos back to school on retake day. Your student will have their photo retaken and your new photo package will be delivered to school.
Student has Not Had Photo Taken Yet: If your student has not had their photo taken yet they can have it taken on retake day, November 7th. To order photo packages please use the attached photo ordering form. You can pay online or send the money in on retake day. Your photo packages will be delivered to the school.
Still want to order pictures from Original Photo Day?: If you still would like to order photos from the original photo day you will need to use your personalized code. This can be found on the proof sheet you should have received. If you do not have your proof sheet no worries, to get your personalized code please call our Strawbridge representative, Kara McGinnis 763-219-2434.
IMPORTANT - Road Construction Information
Please be aware of a road construction project that will impact how our AFSA High School Team Members, students, and families reach the high school.
The intersection at Edgerton St and Centerville Rd (by Bigwood Brewery) will be closed for approximately 90 days (Open possibly October) with no through traffic for utility installation. Click here for more information from Ramsey County.
Starting September 9th Rice Street, from Demar Ave. to Rustic Pl., will be closed. This does NOT impact the 694 Rice Street Exit. Click here for more information from Ramsey County.
Please use Rice Street (from 694) and proceed to Vadnais Blvd to access AFSA High School until further notice.
AFSA High School Sports - Boys Volleyball Club
Check out the Boys Volleyball Club! Open to 7th-12th grade boys. Starting October 22. Contact Ms. Vorwald for more information.
AFSA High School Basketball Team Meeting
Informational Meeting for Basketball November 14th at AFSA Highschool. If your 7th-12th grade student is interested in playing in the 2024-2025 AFSA basketball season and/or you have any questions about it, please join us from 6:00-6:30. Any questions please contact our Athletic Director, Amanda Vorwald at avorwald@afsak12.com.
AFSA Class of 2025
AFSA Class of 2025 Graduation Information:
Graduation will be held the evening of Friday, June 6, 2025 at Bethel University in Arden Hills. Directions and details, including ticket information, will be sent home later in the school year.
Keepsake Gown/Cap/Tassel:
The cost for the keepsake gown/cap/tassel is $25.00 per student. Families can purchase the keepsake gown/cap/tassel online here or pay with cash/check in the front office. Last day to purchase is December 20, 2024.
Graduation Details:
Seniors need to submit their Diploma Name and sizes for shirt and Gown. Please click here to fill out important details for graduation. Last day to submit information is December 20, 2024.
Yearbook Submissions:
We want to ensure that the yearbook is special for our senior class. Therefore, we need the following from each senior by December 20th, 2024:
- Baby Picture
- Senior Picture
- Family message of congratulations or encouragement
To submit your senior's photos and message, please click here. If you have any problems uploading the items you can email them to afsamedia@afsahighschool.com
Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Thank you!
AFSA K-12 Culver's Fundraising Nights
Join us at Culver's in Little Canada (2880 Rice Street Little Canada) for our Culver's fundraising nights throughout the 2024-2025 school year! See dates below! Take your family out to dinner and support AFSA K-12 at the same time! AFSA receives 10% of all food purchases from 5-7 p.m.
- November 19, 2024
- December 17, 2024
- January 21, 2025
- February 18, 2025
- March 18, 2025
- April 15, 2025
- May 20, 2025
Special thank you to the Little Canada Culver's for their continued support of AFSA K-12!
A+ Driver's Education Information
A+ Driving School is proud to offer 2 online options for Drivers Education classes!
ZOOM Teleconference and Fully Online (at your own pace). Both options are engaging and high energy! Students receive a downloadable study guide to help them retain the information.
Here are details about both options:
- ZOOM: ZOOM OPTION
- FULLY ONLINE: FULLY ONLINE
Click Here for Registration! www.APlusDrivingSchool.net
Community Events and Opportunities
Minnesota Children's Museum is looking for Volunteers!:
Put on your best costume and join for a night of volunteering for a night of kid-friendly Halloween Fun including trick-or-treating, dance party with live DJ activities, crafts, games and more! Minnesota Children's Museum in looking for teen and adult volunteers to assist with set-up, assist at the event and clean-up. Youth must be at least 14 years old, free parking or bus/light rail transportation and dinner.
Event Date: October 25 and 26
Shift options between 3:30 pm - 10:30 pm
The Roseville Police Explorer program is an exciting opportunity for youth (ages 14 to 21) interested in helping their community while obtaining a first-hand glimpse into the challenging and rewarding field of police work.
For more information about the Explorer program click here: Explorers | Roseville, MN - Official Website (cityofroseville.com) or contact Officer Rieffer
Help Spread the Word About AFSA PreK-12
Attention AFSA K-12 Families! We need your help getting the word out about AFSA K-12! We would love to have you write a review on Google, share a post on social media, submit a quote or story about what you like best about AFSA K-12 or distribute flyers!
- Flyers: If you are interested in getting some flyers to help advertise the school please contact Ms. Forliti.
- Google Reviews: To write a Google review for AFSA Elementary click here and for AFSA High School click here.
- Social Media: To follow us on Facebook click here. To follow us on Instagram click here.
- Submit a Quote: If you are interested in submitting a quote or story, please fill out the AFSA Cheer Google Form or email Ms. Forliti.
Thank you for helping spread the word about AFSA K-12!
AFSA K-12 Family Directory
The school directory is a great way for AFSA K-12 families to stay in touch! Click here if you are a current or incoming AFSA K-12 family and would like to be added to the 2024-2025 school directory. The directory will be emailed out to all participating families. If you have been in past directories you will still need to sign up this year to be included. Questions? Please contact Ms. Forliti
Become a Part of the AFSA StAFSA Community - Now Hiring!
Become a part of the AFSA StAFSA community! We are looking for a few additional staff members. Please pass these opportunities on to friends and family!
- We are looking for substitute teachers for grades K-12, all subjects. Must hold or be eligible for an MN teaching license. On call as needed.
- We are also hiring Educational Assistants
AFSA PreK-12 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
The 2024-2025 AFSA K-12 School Calendar is attached to this newsletter!
If you are having a problem downloading this file please make sure you click the top of the Family Update email that says "View in browser."
AFSA PreK-12 Upcoming Events 2023-2024
October 21-24
AFSA High School O-term
October 25
AFSA PreK-12 No School
AFSA PreK-12 at the Vadnais Heights Halloween Party
Community Park Vadnais Heights 5-7 p.m.
October 29
School Board Meeting
November 1
No School AFSA Elementary (PreK-6th Grade Only)
November 7
Picture Retake Day
November 8
AFSA High School College & Career Fair
November 14
AFSA High School Open House/Presentation Night
AFSA High School 4-7 p.m.
November 21
AFSA Elementary Open House/Presentation Night
AFSA Elementary 4-7 p.m.
November 22
No School AFSA Pre-K-12
November 27-29
No School AFSA PreK-12
Click Here to go to the School Calendar for more details
Lunch Menu
AFSA PreK-12 Contact Information
Please call the attendance line or email the following if your student is absent.
Elementary Attendance Line:
612-260-2664 or email k6attendance@afsak12.com
High School Attendance Line:
651-209-3910 or email hsattendance@afsak12.com