Hello & Merry Christmas, to ALL Avalon families.

As you start your Christmas Break, I do wish to bring a few items to your attention and remind you of special dates in the week we return to campus.
*Monday, January 5th is Teachers Planning Day. Students return Tuesday, January 6th.
*Take Stock in Children On-Line Scholarship Applications are due Wednesday, January 7th. Please take time to look into this.
*Make-Up Pictures are Thursday, January 8th.

From everyone at Avalon Middle School, Thank You for a great First Semester. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year. Please stay safe and we will see you in 2026.

Go KNIGHTS!

Ryan Stokes
Avalon Middle School Principal
StokesR@santarosa.k12.fl.us
3 days ago, RYAN STOKES
Take Stock in Children Application
Don't forget track practice!
7 days ago, Avalon Middle School
Track

Good evening, Avalon Families.

This is a reminder of our upcoming semester exams. I also wish to remind everyone that Friday, December 19th, is the ONLY early release day (@ 1:00). I have included a copy of the district calendar, which was updated in August.

*First and Second period exams are scheduled for Wednesday (12/17) @ 9:15 & 2:14.
*Third and Fourth Period Exams are Thursday (12/18) @ 9:15 & 2:14.
*Fifth and Sixth Period Exams are Friday (12/19) @ 9:15 & 10:30.

I hope this clears any confusion.

We wish our students the very best on their exams. We also wish all Avalon Families a Merry Christmas and Safe & Happy New Year.

Thank you and Go KINGHTS!

11 days ago, RYAN STOKES
District Calendar
Don't forget! Get your picture made again!
11 days ago, Avalon Middle School
Pic Ab Day
Buy some Donuts to support our SGA/Amazing Shake/Yearbook/BETA and Mock Trial!
17 days ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
Donut Flyer

Rooms Access for Middle and High School Students

17 days ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
Rooms Access students
Hello, Avalon Families.

As we begin to experience cooler temperatures, please remember that our drop-off time begins at 8:35 AM and ends at 9:04 AM. Also, in preparation for the cold weather, our AMS Beta Club will conduct a Blanket & Jacket Drive all of next week. Your child can drop off Blankets or Jackets with Mrs. Kelly in room 711 (8th grade hallway).

**VERY IMPORTANT**
Take Stock in Children is a unique program to help qualifying students achieve success in high school and guidance towards college. Our program provides a mentor, college success coach, workshops, and individualized college readiness for each participant. Students make a commitment to their success and are held accountable for their grades, attendance, and behavior as well as committing to remaining crime/drug free. At graduation, and completion of the Take Stock program, students are awarded up to 4 years of college tuition to pursue a technical, associates, or bachelors degree.

To be eligible to apply:
• Santa Rosa student in grades 7-9
• Minimum 2.0 GPA or "C" average
• Show financial need (qualify for free/reduced lunch)
• Legal US resident
• Determined to succeed!!!

Applications are now available online through our website and the link below. A transcript of the application can be downloaded from our website to give you a preview of the required information and questions to be answered. Please complete the application with your student and answer all questions honestly and thoroughly. The student must complete "Section E - Student Information and Student Statement". Tax information is required to verify income eligibility and financial need. All information submitted is confidential and will not be shared.

TSIC Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026.

The first semester of school is rapidly winding down. I have sent many letters home with children who's grades need attention. If you have received one of these letters, please sign and return it with your child. Check your child's grades. They should all have homework at this time because they all have semester exams in the near future. Please help us insure your child's success.

If you have any questions, please call the school at 850-983-5540.

Thank you & Go KNIGHTS!

21 days ago, RYAN STOKES
Take Stock 2526
Beta Blanket/Jacket Drive & Take-Stock Application
Let's Dance!
21 days ago, Avalon Middle School
Impact dance
Make Up and Club Pictures are in January! Check this out!
23 days ago, Avalon Middle School
Yearbook
Progress Monitoring #2 begins tomorrow, December 2-9, 2025.
25 days ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
Progress Monitoring #2
Order your Yearbook TODAY!!!
about 1 month ago, Avalon Middle School
Yearbook
SAC (School Advisory Council) Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 16th @ 8:00am in the media center.
about 1 month ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
SAC Meeting Notice
Congratulations to Avalon's 8th grade girls, the Santa Rosa County Middle School 3x3 Girls Basketball Champs!! Awesome win, ladies!! #GOKnights
about 1 month ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
8th grade girls Basketball Champs
Hello, Avalon families.

Next Tuesday evening at 5:30, we will have our November PTO meeting in the AMS media center. All are welcome to join and attend. PTO dues are $10.00 per family.

Thank you for your time.
about 1 month ago, RYAN STOKES
Dear Santa Rosa Student and/or Parent/Guardian,

Take Stock in Children is a unique program to help qualifying students achieve success in high school and guidance towards college. Our program provides a mentor, college success coach, workshops, and individualized college readiness for each participant. Students make a commitment to their success and are held accountable for their grades, attendance, and behavior as well as committing to remaining crime/drug free. At graduation, and completion of the Take Stock program, students are awarded up to 4 years of college tuition to pursue a technical, associates, or bachelors degree.

To be eligible to apply:
• Santa Rosa student in grades 7-9
• Minimum 2.0 GPA or "C" average
• Show financial need (qualify for free/reduced lunch)
• Legal US resident
• Determined to succeed!!!

Applications are now available online through our website and the link below. A transcript of the application can be downloaded from our website to give you a preview of the required information and questions to be answered. Please complete the application with your student and answer all questions honestly and thoroughly. The student must complete "Section E - Student Information and Student Statement". Tax information is required to verify income eligibility and financial need. All information submitted is confidential and will not be shared.

Take Stock in Children New Student Application

2026 TSIC STUDENT APPLICATION

TSIC Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

More information regarding Take Stock in Children can be found on our websites or you can reach out to Mr. Stokes.

Go KNIGHTS!
about 1 month ago, RYAN STOKES
Take Stock Application
Good evening, Knights! This is a reminder that there is no school tomorrow, 11/11 in observance of Veterans Day. In addition, Minecraft club has been cancelled for Thursday, 11/13. To all our Veterans, thank you for your service and dedication to our country!
about 2 months ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
Congratulations to our 8th grade girls, the North End 3 on 3 Basketball Champs!'
about 2 months ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
8th grade girls basketball
Congratulations to our 6th grade boys, the North End 3 on 3 Basketball Champs!
about 2 months ago, ROSELYN CURTIS
6th grade Boys Basketball
Hello, Avalon Families.

A few reminders before the weekend begins.

Please remember that time change is this weekend and we fall back an hour.

Next week is the last week we are accepting Minecraft Club T-shirt orders. Please turn in all orders and requests to Ms. Yankovoy in the 6th grade (Green) hallway.

PTO will be on campus Monday morning accepting PTO dues in the parent drop-off line. PTO dues are $10 and you can simply hand a PTO representative an envelope with your child's name and $10 (or a check).

Also, we want to remind families that if your household income has changed during this challenging time, you may be eligible to submit a Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application. Families may also choose to decline benefits if circumstances change. To apply or re-apply, please visit www.myschoolapps.com.

Additionally, if your family is experiencing a need during this time, please contact your school administrator and/or counselor for additional support. We are here to assist you and will do everything we can to help your family and connect you with available resources.

Thank you for an amazing week. Thank you for your participation and support at last night's family event. We had a great evening with you.

Happy Halloween, and Go NIGHTS!

Ryan Stokes
Principal, Avalon Middle School
StokesR@santarosa.k12.fl.us
850-983-5540
about 2 months ago, RYAN STOKES
AMS Update, 10/31/2025
Hello, again, Avalon families. Tomorrow, Thursday, is the last day our IMPACT club will I'll sell BOO-grams. BOO-grams cost $1 and will be sold during all three lunches, then delivered Friday, October 31st. Thank you for supporting the kids and clubs of Avalon Middle School. Go KNIGHTS!
about 2 months ago, RYAN STOKES