Andover CSD

Dear Andover School Community - The Andover Central School District has two Board of Education vacancies to fill the expired terms of Patrick Howland Jr. and Betsy Kent. Petitions are available in the office of the District Clerk from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays, and must be returned by 5:00 PM on April 22, 2024. Please click the following link for more details regarding the vacancies: https://5il.co/2hs1m Candidates must meet the qualifications found in the following link: https://5il.co/2hs2f Thank you!

It’s that time Andover families! Pre-K and Kindergarten enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is coming right up! If your child will be turning 4 by December 1st, they are eligible for Pre-K. If they will be 5 by December 1st, they are eligible for kindergarten! We welcome you to register your future scholar! Reply by using the links provided below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftUpkHURtv9dkFORHpS7UUZeWwZeyY12fY49CPaeR6W6D30g/viewform Pre-K Form - https://5il.co/2h0tl Kindergarten Form - https://5il.co/2h0tn Please contact Marcy Smith with any questions at 607-478-8491, extension 243. Thank you!

Dear Andover School Community - The SOAR Program is looking for donations to help fill their Hygiene Closet. A list of items needed can be found on the attached flyer. Thank you in advance for your generosity and helping support our SOAR Program. Items may be dropped off in the boxes located in the main lobby and by the SOAR Room. Thank you!

Good Evening, ACS Students, Families and Community Members; As we strive to find the perfect balance between a focus on structured learning time and providing real life opportunities for growth through independence, we are seeking your input. Please complete the following survey by Friday, March 15th at 3:00PM. https://forms.gle/Gc3MXdBwe4VMbg5W8 IMPORTANT: Please accept this survey at face value. Sign out privileges are NOT going away! There is no question that the privilege promotes responsibility and independence. We want your opinion; does our current policy needs to be reviewed/modified to support the school's mission? Thank you for your input, and enjoy your evening!

The Andover Central School District Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 School Calendar at the meeting held on Monday, March 11, 2024. Please click the following link to view the calendar: https://5il.co/2gf4c Thank you!

Today's K9 drill has been successfully concluded. The drill was carried out smoothly without any incidents or findings. We appreciate the cooperation of our students and staff during the drill. Have a great day, everyone!

We wanted to inform you that at approximately 8:45am our school will be conducting a K9 drill as part of our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of our students and staff. During this drill, law enforcement K9 units will be on-site to perform routine searches for prohibited items. Please rest assured that this is a precautionary measure, and there is no imminent threat to the safety of our school community. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Dear Andover School Families - Today, March 4th, we experienced a small, contained fire in one of our classrooms, which led to a necessary fire drill. We want to assure everyone that all students and staff are safe. The incident was handled swiftly and efficiently, and the fire drill served as a valuable reminder of the importance of safety protocols. We appreciate everyone's cooperation and understanding. We want to thank the members of the Andover Volunteer Fire Department for their quick response and assistance! Thank you!

Please click the following link to view the Andover Central School District Honor Roll and Students of the Quarter for the 2nd Marking Period of the 2023-2024 school year: https://5il.co/2ey3c

Congratulations Coach Joyce! We are proud of you!

Dear Andover School Families and Community - Please click the following link for a great opportunity offered to families of Allegany County including our ACS students: https://5il.co/2dulq Please contact Kimberly Fanton with any questions at 607-478-8491, ext. 209 or email: kfanton@andovercsd.org Thank you!

Please click the following link to view pictures from the many wonderful events here at ACS this December: https://5il.co/2bdkx Thank you and Happy Holidays!

Andover Central School District results of Capital Project Vote - December 12, 2023: Yes - 81 / No - 14

Please click the following link to watch a recording of tonight's Elementary Winter Concert at Andover Central School: https://5il.co/2atns

Dear ACS School Community - Please click on the following link for a message from Superintendent, Jennifer Joyce: https://5il.co/29dz1

The Andover Central School District is looking to hire substitute nurses on an as needed basis. Please click the following link for more information: https://5il.co/29a8j Thank you!

Another successful Grandparents Thanksgiving Luncheon in the books at Andover Central School. Thank you to the Andover Lions Club for sponsoring this great event for our students and their grandparents. Please click the following link to view more great photos taken during the luncheon: https://www.andovercsd.org/documents/pictures/grandparents-thanksgiving-luncheon-pictures/546653 Happy Thanksgiving!

Mrs. Barney’s crew had so much fun preparing for and spiling their parents and guardians for a BIG Thanksgiving feast that they made all by themselves. They loved serving them as their waiters, eating with them, and even playing them a few notes on their school instruments.

Andover Central School students attended the Junior High Area All State Festival on November 3rd and 4th, 2023, at Hornell High School. Click link to view pictures: https://www.andovercsd.org/documents/event-pictures/junior-high-area-all-state-november-3-4%2C-2023/541701

Dear Andover School Community - This is a reminder that the school pool is available for Open Swimming from 3:00 to 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday when school is in session. Please contact Karissa Ordiway of Kim Fanton with any questions. Thank you! https://5il.co/28er9