Avondale Elementary School Education Foundation

Our Mission

To develop resources that remove barriers and create opportunities for student achievement.

Our Vision

To ensure that every child at Avondale Elementary School has the resources to thrive.

"Caring about my community includes caring about AES.” - Susan Belmonte, Neighbor and Secretary of AESEF

Our Story

The Avondale Elementary School Education Foundation (AESEF), founded in 2016, connects community members and local businesses with Avondale Elementary School (AES) so everyone can work together to facilitate growth and educational opportunities for the bright and curious students who proudly attend AES.

Sitting in the heart of Avondale Estates, Georgia, AES attracts students from a large, diverse attendance zone that extends beyond the city and includes many thriving businesses and community organizations, as well as residential neighborhoods and apartment communities. AES provides students with a global education through its International Baccalaureate (IB) program and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) certification track.

Current Projects

AESEF's 2018-2019 total raised goal is $90,000

Invest in student success by donating to the following school priorities

** When donating via PayPal please specify which project you would like to contribute to

STEM Initiative

Purchase science equipment and materials which support STEM program.

Goal : $3000

Outdoor Projects

Improve outdoor grounds including playground, outdoor master classroom and other exterior projects.

Goal : $5000

Field Trips

Provide and supplement monetary funds for students to attend instructional field trips.

Goal : $8000

General

Donate to help with general projects deemed necessary by AESEF.

Goal :

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Completed Projects

Thanks to your support we have been able to complete the following projects.

Fire Relief

Helped raise more than $14,000 in fire relief for parents and students affected

Student Awards and Recognition

Awards Day as well as school-wide program incentives for students.

Playground

Awarded a KABOOM grant to build a new playground for AES.

Grounds

Seasonal flowers and plants.

AES STEM Initiative

Purchase of new technology, includng a 3D printer and robotics equipment.

"Avondale Elementary School is a true community school, where teachers, administrators, parents, churches, businesses, and neighbors all work together to make sure our students have the tools they need to grow into their role as our future leaders." - Patti Ghezzi, Neighbor

Events

AES Runs The World

AESEF is excited to announce its third annual 5K race, AES Runs the World, on September 28, 2019. This year, the race will include a one-mile fun run for the “little legs”.


AES Golf Tournament

AESEF is excited to announce its third annual golf tournament. The tournament will be held in April 2019.




AESEF Board Meetings

Stay involved by checking in on our upcoming meetings or catch up on our past meeting notes.




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“As a parent and a graduate of AES, I am very proud that I brought my daughter back to where I attended elementary school. Principal Andrews and his staff are amazing. A great school starts with a “Great Leader”, and Principal Andrews is the best." - Adrienne, AES parent of third grader

Contact Us

By Email

Keith Sagers, Chairman
chair@aesef.org

Stephen Smith, Vice Chairman
vicechair@aesef.org

Dontae Andrews, Principal AES
principal@aesef.org

Susan Belmonte, Secretary
secretary@aesef.org

Calvin Williams, Treasurer
treasurer@aesef.org

By Mail

Our mailing address for donations and correspondence is:

Avondale Elementary School Education Foundation(AESEF)
PO Box 484
Avondale Estates, Georgia 30002

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“There is an overwhelming amount of support from the community and AES deserves it!” - Stephen Smith, neighbor and Vice Chair of AESEF