Avondale Elementary

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Avondale Elementary is a public K through 5 school in DeKalb County, Georgia. Avondale offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, focusing on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, at school and throughout life. Avondale Elementary is also a Cognia STEM certified school.

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Veterans Day Parade at AES

October 27, 2026

Join students for Veterans Day Parade. Family members of students who are veterans are invited and welcome to attend. See more information from the school with details.

Independent Learner Day

October 27, 2026

Tuesday, November 3, is an Independent Learner Day and Professional Development Day for all Dekalb County Schools. There will be no school. If you haven’t voted early, remember that Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Make a plan to vote!

Caught Being Caring

October 21, 2026

We’re excited to share a new program developed by the Avondale counseling department: Caught Being Caring, a schoolwide recognition program centered around our IB Learner Profile attribute of Caring.

Winter Musical “Jingle Bell Jukebox” Sign Ups

October 21, 2026

For AES Music Club and students in grades 3rd-5th grades, it is time to sign up to participate in the upcoming winter musical, “Jingle Bell Jukebox” which will be performed on Wednesday, December 16, at 6 pm. On this form, parents can also sign up to volunteer with Props, Costume, and Decor Planning Team, or as Program Videographer.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

STEM

PBIS

technology

DISCOVERY

MUSIC

ART

SPANISH

PARENT GROUPS

Avondale’s success relies on support from families, faculty and community partners. Generous contributions of time, materials and financial assistance help close gaps in needed resources. You can help by participating in these groups.

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Avondale thrives because of the involvement of families and community partners. Use these helpful assets to reinforce our students’ academic and interpersonal experiences.