Avon CSD

Announcements

School offices will be open during the summer between the hours of 8am and 3 pm. We wish you all a fun, safe summer break!

The first day of school for students will be Wednesday, September 3. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

The minutes from the July 10, 2025 Board of Education meeting are now posted on the website.

The next Board of Education meeting will be on Monday, August 25, at 6:00 pm in the Middle School Library. The agenda for the next meeting can be found on the Board of Education webpage in the BOE Agendas tab. 

Here is the link for the Board Meeting on 8.25.25.  Zoom Board Meeting Link

Here is a link to our Optional Radon Testing Information

Please see an important message from our Health Office Health Office Important Information

Please see the following information for parents/guardians regarding our policy on Internet-enabled Personal Devices:

How did we arrive at our new policy? 

To develop our 2025–2026 Cell Phone Policy, we began by carefully reviewing the new state law, which prohibits the unsanctioned use of internet-enabled devices by students on school grounds throughout the instructional day. In addition to complying with these legal requirements, we gathered input from school districts across New York State and actively engaged our community, students, families, and staff to help shape a policy that reflects our shared values and priorities. We feel the result is a student-centered approach that supports a focused learning environment while ensuring families can stay connected with their children in appropriate ways. Please see the FAQs below for more information. 

FAQs

• Whose idea was this?

New York State passed legislation that bans the use of internet -enabled devices from bell to bell. 

• • What if a student needs to contact a parent or guardian?
    Students may go to the main office to call a parent or guardian. Additionally, parents are welcome to contact the main office to leave a message for their child.

  • What if there is an emergency?
    In the event of an emergency, Avon will follow the procedures outlined in the district safety plan. Students who need to contact a parent or guardian during such situations will be permitted to do so from the main office if it is safe to do so. 

  • Why can’t devices be used during lunch?
    The use of personal electronic devices during lunch violates New York State law. This policy also supports the school’s efforts to encourage face-to-face social interaction and reduce the potential for negative experiences associated with social media.

  • What if my student has a medical need for their phone (e.g., glucometer)?
    Students with documented medical needs may be granted exemptions to the "bell-to-bell" cell phone restriction. This includes students who require phones to manage medical conditions or as outlined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). Accommodations will also be made for students who need devices for language translation purposes.

  • Can students use electronic devices on the bus?
    Yes, students are permitted to use personal electronic devices while riding the bus.

  • Can students take their phones to BOCES?
    Yes, students attending a BOCES program are allowed to bring their phones with them. They must follow the procedures put in place by their program from arrival to dismissal. 

Here is a link to our policy: Avon Personal Electronics Expectations and Procedures