SAVE THE DATES!
Just a heads up for interested students. We have several visitors coming to APH in the coming months, culminating with the Career Fair in January. For those interested, please see Mrs. Barrett in Guidance.
Just a heads up for interested students. We have several visitors coming to APH in the coming months, culminating with the Career Fair in January. For those interested, please see Mrs. Barrett in Guidance.
🍁 OCTOBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH SPOTLIGHT 🍁
Join us in giving a massive round of applause to our October Students of the Month. 🎓👏
9th grade - Miley Rivera
10th grade - Adriana Ambriz
11th grade - Kaelanie Martinez-Gonzalez
12th grade - Myra Glabach
Students are chosen by our faculty and staff for exemplifying what it truly means to be a leader in our school community. Throughout October, these students consistently demonstrated outstanding academic effort, self-control, and genuine respect for both peers and teachers.
Why these students have stood out this month:
🌟 Character & Integrity: Known for showing compassion, honesty, and optimism every single day.
📚 Effort & Drive: Pushes through challenges with a positive attitude toward learning.
🤝 Citizenship: A reliable helper who models responsibility, accountability, and strong leadership.
Congrats~!!
#GoBigRed #Schoolof Champions #StudentOfTheMonth #FueltheFireIgniteExcellence
Join us in giving a massive round of applause to our October Students of the Month. 🎓👏
9th grade - Miley Rivera
10th grade - Adriana Ambriz
11th grade - Kaelanie Martinez-Gonzalez
12th grade - Myra Glabach
Students are chosen by our faculty and staff for exemplifying what it truly means to be a leader in our school community. Throughout October, these students consistently demonstrated outstanding academic effort, self-control, and genuine respect for both peers and teachers.
Why these students have stood out this month:
🌟 Character & Integrity: Known for showing compassion, honesty, and optimism every single day.
📚 Effort & Drive: Pushes through challenges with a positive attitude toward learning.
🤝 Citizenship: A reliable helper who models responsibility, accountability, and strong leadership.
Congrats~!!
#GoBigRed #Schoolof Champions #StudentOfTheMonth #FueltheFireIgniteExcellence
🎓 FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY IS COMING TO AVON PARK HIGH SCHOOL! 🎓
Interested in Florida’s only public STEM university? Representatives from Florida Poly will be visiting Avon Park High School on Thursday, November 19th at 9:30 AM! Come get all your questions answered and learn more about what Florida Poly has to offer.
🔥 $30 APPLICATION FEE? WAIVED! APPLY TODAY! 🔥
Why Choose Florida Poly?
🏆 #1 in the Nation for Career Outcomes
💰 85% of our students graduate without debt
📉 #1 in the State for lowest student debt (average of $14,250)
🏅 100% of incoming students receive a merit scholarship
⚙️ Top 20 in the Nation for Public Engineering programs
📝 APPLYING IS EASY:
1️⃣ Step 1: Begin your application! (Available on Common App)
2️⃣ Step 2: All we need is a transcript and test scores!
3️⃣ Step 3: Submit by November 15 for early decision!
👉 For more information and a pass to the presentation, see Mrs. C. Barrett
Join us for the 1st Annual Pancakes with Santa!
APHS Chapter of Florida Future Educators of America is hosting a pancake breakfast on Saturday December 5th from 9am-11am with a Santa visit straight from the North Pole (bring your camera for pictures), make reindeer food and other crafts, and listen to Christmas stories read by FFEA members.!
There will be many photo opportunities and Christmas fun!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spots today.
You will pay at the door the day of the event!
Contact FFEA Sponsor for any questions- Tennille Borden: bordent@highlands.k12.fl.us
APHS Chapter of Florida Future Educators of America is hosting a pancake breakfast on Saturday December 5th from 9am-11am with a Santa visit straight from the North Pole (bring your camera for pictures), make reindeer food and other crafts, and listen to Christmas stories read by FFEA members.!
There will be many photo opportunities and Christmas fun!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spots today.
You will pay at the door the day of the event!
Contact FFEA Sponsor for any questions- Tennille Borden: bordent@highlands.k12.fl.us
AP Seminar students are busy working on researching current issues, problems, and solutions. These students are "speed dating," a type of peer review that helped them refine their group research questions. Research for their individual 1,200 word essays started in earnest this week.
Good Luck to our AP Seminar students as they tackle one of the more difficult AP courses available!
Good Luck to our AP Seminar students as they tackle one of the more difficult AP courses available!
Has your student shared their grades with you from the first 9 weeks?
It is time to check report card grades. Log into Skyward to view grades for the first nine weeks.
https://skywardstudent.highlands.k12.fl.us/Student/web/seplog01.w
Remember, report cards are no longer sent home with students.
Students may stop by the front office for a printed report card if one is needed.
If you need assistance to login into Skyward, please contact Mr. Harris via email at harrisc@highlands.k12.fl.us or calling 863-452-4311.
It is time to check report card grades. Log into Skyward to view grades for the first nine weeks.
https://skywardstudent.highlands.k12.fl.us/Student/web/seplog01.w
Remember, report cards are no longer sent home with students.
Students may stop by the front office for a printed report card if one is needed.
If you need assistance to login into Skyward, please contact Mr. Harris via email at harrisc@highlands.k12.fl.us or calling 863-452-4311.
Hey Red Devils!
🏈🎉 Get ready to pump up the pride! We can't wait to see everyone at the Avon Park High School Homecoming Parade! 🚗📣
📅 When: 5:00 PM
🗺️ Where: Begins on North Butler Ave ➡️ Proceeds to Main Street
Let's paint the town red!
🏈🎉 Get ready to pump up the pride! We can't wait to see everyone at the Avon Park High School Homecoming Parade! 🚗📣
📅 When: 5:00 PM
🗺️ Where: Begins on North Butler Ave ➡️ Proceeds to Main Street
Let's paint the town red!
📣 AVON PARK HIGH SCHOOL FAMILIES!
📝 PSAT/NMSQT TESTING – TOMORROW, OCTOBER 14!
This test is for 10th grade students and any 11th or 12th grade student needing an ELA or Math Graduation Testing Requirement.
✅ Get a good night’s sleep.
⏰ Arrive at school on time.
📚 Bring a fully charged school-issued device.
The PSAT/NMSQT is an important opportunity to practice for the SAT and may help students qualify for National Merit recognition.
Let’s show up, stay focused, and do our best! ❤️🖤🤍
📝 PSAT/NMSQT TESTING – TOMORROW, OCTOBER 14!
This test is for 10th grade students and any 11th or 12th grade student needing an ELA or Math Graduation Testing Requirement.
✅ Get a good night’s sleep.
⏰ Arrive at school on time.
📚 Bring a fully charged school-issued device.
The PSAT/NMSQT is an important opportunity to practice for the SAT and may help students qualify for National Merit recognition.
Let’s show up, stay focused, and do our best! ❤️🖤🤍
📢 ATTENTION RED DEVILS! 📢
Join us TONIGHT for our School Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting!
This is your chance to stay informed, share findings, share your voice, and collaborate on strategies to support our students, staff, and school community.
All parents, staff, and community members are welcome to attend!
🗓 When: Tonight at 5:00 PM
📍 Where: Room 302
👥 Who: Parents, staff, & community members
Topics We’ll Cover:
• Parent Involvement
• School Planning
• Collaboration
We hope to see you there! ❤️🖤
Join us TONIGHT for our School Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting!
This is your chance to stay informed, share findings, share your voice, and collaborate on strategies to support our students, staff, and school community.
All parents, staff, and community members are welcome to attend!
🗓 When: Tonight at 5:00 PM
📍 Where: Room 302
👥 Who: Parents, staff, & community members
Topics We’ll Cover:
• Parent Involvement
• School Planning
• Collaboration
We hope to see you there! ❤️🖤
🚗💨 FORD DRIVE 4UR COMMUNITY! 🚘
Simple test drive, BIG impact!
Just 10 minutes of your time is all it takes to help Avon Park High School earn up to $6,000!
Test drive a Ford to earn $30 to support APHS Career and Tech Ed programs.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!
Your test drive directly helps support:
📈 Business Management
🍳 Culinary Arts
🩺 Health Sciences
🌱 Agriculture/Animal Science
🤖 Applied Robotics
📅 When: Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Bill Jarrett Ford (1301 US Highway 27 N, Avon Park, FL)
Come take a test drive & make a difference!
❤️ High school students, staff, and community members—see you there!
Simple test drive, BIG impact!
Just 10 minutes of your time is all it takes to help Avon Park High School earn up to $6,000!
Test drive a Ford to earn $30 to support APHS Career and Tech Ed programs.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!
Your test drive directly helps support:
📈 Business Management
🍳 Culinary Arts
🩺 Health Sciences
🌱 Agriculture/Animal Science
🤖 Applied Robotics
📅 When: Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Bill Jarrett Ford (1301 US Highway 27 N, Avon Park, FL)
Come take a test drive & make a difference!
❤️ High school students, staff, and community members—see you there!
👗👔 Avon Park High School Homecoming Dance Dress Code Guidelines 💃🕺
Heading to the Homecoming Dance on October 24, 2026?
Please review the official dress code rules below to ensure you're ready for the big night!
Ladies:
• Semi-formal dress or pant suit.
• Dresses shall be no shorter than a 3x5 index card from the top of the knee (including slits).
• No dress will be form-fitting, revealing, or show excess skin; this includes excessive skin that can be seen through transparent materials.
• No side cutouts or mid-drift tops that show belly.
Gentlemen:
• Tie required or dress shirt and jacket.
• No jeans, hats, or head coverings.
• Shirts must be tucked in at all times; pants must be worn at waist.
❓ Questions about your outfit?
If you are unsure whether your clothing selection meets these guidelines, please see Mrs. Whidden or Mrs. Edsall, who will make the determination.
Heading to the Homecoming Dance on October 24, 2026?
Please review the official dress code rules below to ensure you're ready for the big night!
Ladies:
• Semi-formal dress or pant suit.
• Dresses shall be no shorter than a 3x5 index card from the top of the knee (including slits).
• No dress will be form-fitting, revealing, or show excess skin; this includes excessive skin that can be seen through transparent materials.
• No side cutouts or mid-drift tops that show belly.
Gentlemen:
• Tie required or dress shirt and jacket.
• No jeans, hats, or head coverings.
• Shirts must be tucked in at all times; pants must be worn at waist.
❓ Questions about your outfit?
If you are unsure whether your clothing selection meets these guidelines, please see Mrs. Whidden or Mrs. Edsall, who will make the determination.
🚨 APHS RED DEVILS BOYS SOCCER TRYOUTS 🚨
Attendance is MANDATORY for all four days!
📅 WHEN: October 12th, 13th, 14th, & 15th
⏰ TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 LOCATION: Boys and Girls Club (Rec Field), 207 E. State St., Avon Park, FL
What to bring & remember:
• Be on time
• Bring a refillable water bottle
• Wear appropriate footwear
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Any student who is not cleared will NOT be permitted to partake in tryouts. Make sure your paperwork and clearances are completely up to date before Day 1!
Share this post with anyone interested in trying out! ⚽🔥
Attendance is MANDATORY for all four days!
📅 WHEN: October 12th, 13th, 14th, & 15th
⏰ TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 LOCATION: Boys and Girls Club (Rec Field), 207 E. State St., Avon Park, FL
What to bring & remember:
• Be on time
• Bring a refillable water bottle
• Wear appropriate footwear
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Any student who is not cleared will NOT be permitted to partake in tryouts. Make sure your paperwork and clearances are completely up to date before Day 1!
Share this post with anyone interested in trying out! ⚽🔥
🚗💨 FORD DRIVE 4UR COMMUNITY! 🚘
Simple test drive, BIG impact!
Just 10 minutes of your time is all it takes to help Avon Park High School earn up to $6,000!
Test drive a Ford to earn $30 to support APHS Career and Tech Ed programs.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!
Your test drive directly helps support:
📈 Business Management
🍳 Culinary Arts
🩺 Health Sciences
🌱 Agriculture/Animal Science
🤖 Applied Robotics
📅 When: Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Bill Jarrett Ford (1301 US Highway 27 N, Avon Park, FL)
Come take a test drive & make a difference!
❤️ High school students, staff, and community members—see you there!
Simple test drive, BIG impact!
Just 10 minutes of your time is all it takes to help Avon Park High School earn up to $6,000!
Test drive a Ford to earn $30 to support APHS Career and Tech Ed programs.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!
Your test drive directly helps support:
📈 Business Management
🍳 Culinary Arts
🩺 Health Sciences
🌱 Agriculture/Animal Science
🤖 Applied Robotics
📅 When: Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Bill Jarrett Ford (1301 US Highway 27 N, Avon Park, FL)
Come take a test drive & make a difference!
❤️ High school students, staff, and community members—see you there!
📣 REMINDER: Avon Park High School Homecoming Dance 📣
Please review the following attendance and discipline guidelines for this year's dance:
Attendance & Discipline Rules:
• Referrals leading to ISS (In-School Suspension), OSS (Out-of-School Suspension), or unexcused absences between October 12th – 23rd will result in no admittance to the dance.
• Any student who has received OSS at any point this school year may not attend.
Late Entry Policy:• No one will be admitted to the dance after 9:30 p.m.
Please review the following attendance and discipline guidelines for this year's dance:
Attendance & Discipline Rules:
• Referrals leading to ISS (In-School Suspension), OSS (Out-of-School Suspension), or unexcused absences between October 12th – 23rd will result in no admittance to the dance.
• Any student who has received OSS at any point this school year may not attend.
Late Entry Policy:• No one will be admitted to the dance after 9:30 p.m.
🎬 Get ready for Homecoming, Red Devils! 🍿✨
The biggest event of the fall is here! This year's Homecoming Dance theme is "Lights, Camera, Action!" Grab your tickets and get ready to walk the red carpet.
📌 Ticket Sales Info:
📅 On Sale: October 12 – October 23
⏰ When: Available during A & B Lunch
💵 Cost: $20 per ticket
🎟️ Homecoming Dance Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Avon Park High School
Make sure to grab your tickets during lunch before sales close on October 23rd! 🎟️👑
The biggest event of the fall is here! This year's Homecoming Dance theme is "Lights, Camera, Action!" Grab your tickets and get ready to walk the red carpet.
📌 Ticket Sales Info:
📅 On Sale: October 12 – October 23
⏰ When: Available during A & B Lunch
💵 Cost: $20 per ticket
🎟️ Homecoming Dance Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Avon Park High School
Make sure to grab your tickets during lunch before sales close on October 23rd! 🎟️👑