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				<title><![CDATA[School Holiday - April 3/In-Service - April 6]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant for Parents of Special Education Students!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of Special Education students!  Grant opportunity for your family for 2026-2027 through the Texas Education Agency!  Apply by April 30!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Come to our SUPER Egg Hunt ~ April!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make plans to join us for our 17th annual Superintendent's SUPER Egg Hunt on Wednesday, April 1st! The FREE hot dog dinner will begin at 5:30]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SUPER Egg Hunt!  April 1!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break!  March 9-13]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026-2027 Pre-K/Kindergarten Round-Up!  March 6]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026-2027 AISD School Calendar]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:52:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Blood Drive!  Wednesday, March 4]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Holiday!  Monday, February 16]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary/Middle School UIL ~ Monday, Feb 2]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, February 2, is an In-Service Day and Avalon ISD is hosting the district elementary/middle school academic meet on our campus!  Good luck to all of our Academic Eagles!  

Coach Currin's and Mr. Hernandez's bus routes will run as usual, same time, on Monday morning, February 2, to pickup all the UIL academic participants for competition!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 23:43:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan 26!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In the event of school delay or closing. . .]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School ~ Monday, January 19!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Val-O-Gram Order Due Jan 30!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order form and page of choices available at this link!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Semester begins Jan 7!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[(Semester Exam Make-Up info included) We're getting ready for a new semester as our students head back to school on Wednesday, January 7! Teachers will have In-Service activities on Tuesday, January 6. Students who missed SEMESTER EXAMS the last week of school in December MUST report for their exams on Tuesday morning, January 6, at 9:30 a.m. at the high school office.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 10:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Community Christmas!  FREE event!  Wed, Dec 17]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Christmas Dress Days!  Dec 15-18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2146012</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:55:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MS/HS Christmas Dress Days!  Dec 15-18!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thursday, Dec 4 is Orange and White Day!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Let's kick off the 95th annual Avalon basketball tournament with a wave of our school colors - Orange and White!  Go Eagles!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Food Drive ~ Nov 17-Dec 5]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's holiday time and our NHS/NJHS organizations are excited to kick-off the 2025 Avalon Annual Food Drive on Monday, Nov 17! This flyer will go home with all students today. Please note the needed items for your child's grade level or a donation of $2 or more is greatly appreciated to help reach their goal. All donations are due Friday, December 5. If your organization or employment would like to be a part of our Food Drive, please reach out to Mr. King at jking@avalonisd.net]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order Your Avilion Before Price Goes Up!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2135480</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order by Thursday, November 20, before the price goes up!  Order form here on website under Calendars/Policies/Forms!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[JH and HS Basketball Schedules Online Now!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2135171</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Day Program - Tues, Nov 11, 10 a.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2130782</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACT at School ~ Nov 5 ~ Seniors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2124771</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 22:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GLOW on Thursday, Nov 6! Pep Rally at 3:00!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2130736</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RSVP for Thanksgiving Lunch!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Red Ribbon Week ~ October 28-31]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 22:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pink Week!  October 20-24!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2124769</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 22:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friday, Oct 10 - Early Dismissal and Fall Festival!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon ISD will dismiss classes at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10.  That evening, the 2025 Fall Festival is scheduled for a night of fun, food and family!  Come out and make it a great all-around day capped off by our Avalon yearly tradition!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week. . .]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming 2025 ~ Friday, September 19]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 07:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week Sept 15-19!  HOCO Sept 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2105454</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Cashless Only" at Games Begins Thursday, Aug 28!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2099590</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Earns "B" Rating from TEA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2095849</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2025 22:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No Devices Begins 2025-2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new Texas law is House Bill 1481, which was signed into law on June 20, 2025, and is now in effect for the 2025–26 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grandparents Lunch - Friday, Sept 5]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grandparents of our students are invited to join us for a free lunch on Friday, September 5!  Come and enjoy some school time with your grandchildren!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 21:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Military and First Responders Honored Friday, Sept 5]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Friday, September 5, is our annual Military and First Responders Appreciation Night at the Avalon home football game. The Eagles meet Fruitvale starting at 5:00 with the junior high game, followed by the varsity starting at 7:30. Military personnel and the first responder will have free entry with proper ID.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 21:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Day of School ~ Thurs, Aug 7!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2090969</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 14:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the Teacher!  Tues, Aug 5!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2090968</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 14:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ALL Parents Asked to Sign-Up for Lunch Progam!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2090971</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 15:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Supply Lists for 2025-2026!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2082034</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Programs!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2077322</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:59:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation Exercises ~ Friday, May 23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2073513</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 21:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wed, May 21 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2073514</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 21:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Baccalaureate for the Class of 2025!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2071681</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 21:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eagles are REGIONAL SEMI-FINAL CHAMPIONS!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2072190</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 21:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FFA Banquet ~ Sat, May 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2071687</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 22:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Dismissals for Final Week of School!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2071679</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 21:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[6/7/8 Field Trip Information!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2069432</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 16:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Eagles ~ AREA CHAMPIONS!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2069386</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 19:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Athletic Banquet ~ May 7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2064640</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Splash/Field Day!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2064632</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NHS/NJHS Induction Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2064648</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STAAR Testing Schedule!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2055737</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 16:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Youth at Ellis County Youth Expo!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2055751</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 18:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District Calendar for 2025-2026 Approved!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2053536</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Oce-Act Play Presents Thursday, April 3!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2052910</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STAAR Parent Night Changed to 6:00 p.m.!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2051181</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[STAAR Parent Night, scheduled for this Thursday, March 27, will begin at 6:00 p.m. instead of 7:00 p.m.  This special night is for parents of students in grades 3-5.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eagle Holiday!  Monday, March 24!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2049004</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Prom ~ March 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2049003</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read Across America!  Dr. Seuss Week March 3-7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2039377</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cheer Tryouts for 2025-2026!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2039228</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pre-K & Kindergarten Round-Up!  March 7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2039224</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:18:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Science Night!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2039220</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4th Six Weeks Ends Friday, Feb 14]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2032774</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Holiday!  Monday, Feb 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2032773</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Closed Wednesdy, Feb 5]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2028346</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Avalon Families, 

Due to an increase in student illness, staff illnesses, and lack of substitutes to cover staff, AISD will be closed tomorrow Wednesday, February 5, 2025. 

This day will give time for staff to recover and return. Our custodial staff will sanitize the facilities to hopefully decrease the spread of any more sickness. Thank you all for understanding. The safety of our students, staff, and families remains the top priority. 

Avalon ISD]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Boys Varsity Game Rescheduled for Monday, Jan 10, 10:00 a.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2020135</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 16:24:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Val-O-Gram Orders due Jan 30!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2020095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order form on website or in school offices  https://avalonisd.edlioschool.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4406094&type=d&pREC_ID=2633541]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MLK Holiday - January 20]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2020094</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:56:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Closed Friday, Jan 10]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2015556</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[AISD Family,

Based on updated information and with consultation with surrounding districts, conditions may become more dangerous overnight. The threat of poor road conditions overnight and into the morning on the roads in surrounding areas possibly endangers those who work for the district and our students. We also have many employees that commute to Avalon that would have to drive through areas that have much worse road conditions.

In order to ensure we do not put our students, staff and families in an unsafe situation, Avalon ISD and offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 10, 2025.

Please be safe and warm thank you for your continued support.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD CLOSED Thursday, Jan 9!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2014820</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To all Avalon ISD families:

Due to the winter weather forecasted for our area and based on the information we have received from the National Weather Service. there is a likelihood that road conditions will gradually decline tomorrow. For this reason, we do not want to put our staff, students, and their parents in unsafe situations, and will be CLOSED FOR THE ENTIRE DAY, Thursday, January 9th. All AISD campuses and offices will be closed. All after-school events and activities are cancelled as well. 
AISD will continue to monitor the weather conditions during the day tomorrow regarding school for Friday, January 10th to decide the safest plan for Friday. ��
We hope that by announcing early that this helps our families make plans. 

Stay safe and warm, AISD Families!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 22:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Semester Begins Wednesday, Jan 8!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2012378</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We're getting ready for a new semester as our students head back to school on Wednesday, January 8!  Teachers will have In-Service activities on Tuesday, January 7.  Students who missed SEMESTER EXAMS the last week of school in December MUST report for their exams on Tuesday morning, January 7, at 9:00 a.m. at the high school office.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 21:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Community Christmas!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2009850</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Dismissal ~ Thursday, Dec 19, 12:00]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2009851</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:54:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Awards - Thursday, Dec 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2006346</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Dress Up Days!  Dec 9-13]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2005967</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STAAR EOC Retests Dec 11 and 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2005773</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[STAAR End-of-Course retests are scheduled for Wednesday, December 11 (Eng I & II) and Thursday, December 12 (Alg 1).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 14:32:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[It's Tournament Time!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/2002079</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:38:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Holidays ~ Nov 25-29; Early Dismissal Nov 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1997485</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon ISD will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 22, for the Thanksgiving holidays, November 25-29!  Enjoy your holiday break!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 17:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagles Regional Quarterfinals - Fri, Nov 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1996685</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW
Avalon vs. Sulphur Bluff
Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center
5201 C a. Roberson Blvd, Fort Worth, Tx 76119
5:00 pm
Avalon will be the HOME team

Semifinal Game 1 – 5:00 pm (Avalon/Sulphur Bluff)
Semifinal Game 2 – 7:00 pm (Blum/Neches)
Saturday - Championship Game – 11:00 am
ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE!  Ticket prices for each day are $8 for adults and $5 for students.  No passes accepted.  https://gofan.co/event/2236104?schoolId=TX12828

Home team and visiting team spectators may enter at the main entrance facing north. The team entrance is west of the main entrance by the side doors. The home team is the top team on the UIL bracket, https://www.uiltexas.org/volleyball/playoff-brackets/1A/3-4 

Home team spectators are encouraged to enter and sit in the west stands. Visiting team spectators are encouraged to enter and sit in the east stands. Spectators will not be allowed on the court or in the dressing room area. (The home team is the top team on the UIL bracket.) All fans will enter Gate 4.

Anyone who leaves the facility and returns will be required to purchase another ticket for re-entry – no exceptions.

Tournament programs with team information can be purchased for $3.

We will follow same protocols as listed for STATE TOURNAMENT 
https://www.uiltexas.org/.../volleyball-state-tournament...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:23:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagles vs Abbott for Regional Quarterfinals]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1994341</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lady Eagles Regional Quarterfinal game information
Date: Tuesday, 11/12/2024
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Frost HS
Address: 208 Wyrick St, Frost, TX 76641
Home: Abbott
Visitors: Avalon
Admission: $6.00 Adults  $4.00 Students]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eagles vs St. Jo for Bi-District!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1994340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our District Champion Avalon Eagles will meet St. Jo in Bi-District play!  **  The visitor's side does not have bleachers, but plenty of room to set up lawn chairs. There is also a parking area that allows for the game to be watched from the back of vehicles on the visitor's side.
Date: Friday, 11/15/2024
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Keene HS
Address: 404 Charger Dr, Keene, TX 76059
Home: St. Jo
Visitor: Avalon 
Admission: $6.00 Adults $5.00 Students]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PICTURE DAY for Senior Portraits and all FALL TEAM pictures is this Wednesday, November 13!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1994339</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Lunch ~ Friday, Nov 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1994334</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Day Lunch 
Friday, Nov 15, 2024
Grades PK - 12th

PreK – 10:00 Cafeteria
Kindergarten – 10:35 Cafeteria
1st – 10:35 -   JP Griffith Gym
2nd – 10:45 -  JP Griffith Gym
3rd – 11:15 – Cafeteria
4th – 11:35 – JP Griffith Gym
5th – 12:00 – JP Griffith Gym
6th-8th - 11:40 - Cafeteria
9th-12th - 12:32 - Cafeteria]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:49:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Us!  Veterans Day Program, Nov 11, 10 a.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1990640</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Are You Attending Our Thanksgiving Lunch?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1990639</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[RSVP for our Thanksgiving Lunch by Thursday, November 7th at this link!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In-Service Day ~ Monday, Nov 4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1990637</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order Your Copy of the The Avalon Community & Friends Cookbook by Nov 8!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1989214</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Download order form at https://avalonisd.edlioschool.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4406094&type=d&pREC_ID=2633541]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagles Playoff Shirts!  Due 10/31 by 10:00 a.m.!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1988083</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Red Ribbon Awareness Week!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1987826</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Oct 29 - Nov 31 is Red Ribbon Awareness Week!  We get a bonus day on Friday, Nov 1 with a blacklight pep rally that afternoon!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pink Out Day - Friday, October 18!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1982815</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School in Session Friday, October 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1979636</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School is in session today!
Water is working but students need to bring a water bottle as drinking fountains will be unavailable.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 06:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Dismisses Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1979107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to not having water in Avalon until approximately 4:00 pm we ask if you could please pick up your student as soon as possible due to no water availability.   School will release at the regular time for any students that may not be able to picked up early. The buses will run at the regularly scheduled time for bus riders. As we gather more information on the situation, details about tomorrow October 10, 2024 will be made available.

Alert from Avalon Water and Sewer Service Corp.: UPDATE NO WATER 
Date: Oct 10, 2024
As of 8 am 10/10/24, Our Field Techs are still working on getting the system repressurized, due to an electrical issue with the south side booster station our  updated time frame for Water to be restored within town and on the South side of the System  is 4 pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Us for Fall Festival!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1976787</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Oct 2024 14:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[It's Fall Festival - Friday, Oct 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1976786</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Oct 2024 14:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Menus Posted!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1973062</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Sep 2024 17:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming ~ Sept 27 ~ 6:30 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1969075</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:42:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week!  Sept 23-27]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1969074</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:40:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ellis County College and Career Event!  Sept 18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1966369</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2024 18:47:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Orders DUE Friday, Sept 6!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1961040</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are using the order form with cash or check, please send it to Mrs. Stringfield in the HS office by FRIDAY (tomorrow)!  If you are ordering online, please complete that process online.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:57:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grandparents Lunch - Friday, Sept 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1959465</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grandparents Day Lunch Schedule - September 6, 2024

PreK – 10:00 Cafeteria
Kindergarten – 10:35 Cafeteria
1st – 10:35 - JP Griffith Gym
2nd – 10:45 - JP Griffith Gym
3rd – 11:15 – Cafeteria
4th – 11:35 – JP Griffith Gym
5th – 12:00 – JP Griffith Gym
6th - 8th - 11:40 - 12:10 - Cafeteria
9th - 12th - 12:32 - 1:02 - Cafeteria]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 23:49:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Athletics Parent Meeting ~ Mon, Aug 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1950166</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:12:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Picture Day - August 28!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1950171</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:34:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Beginning of Year Information!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[AVALON ELEMENTARY!  New School Year Information!  
Just a few of the first day details:  
~ School BEGINS at 7:50 and dismissal is at 3:35 for all students.  Please do not drop off students any earlier than 7:30, we want to be certain there is adequate supervision available.  If you arrive prior to 7:30, please park in a designated parking space.  
~ Please do not park in front of the dome while waiting for the doors to open, it blocks the buses when they arrive.  All kindergarten through fifth grade students will be dropped off at the entrance to the dome everyday (this includes the first day of school). 
~ Preschool students must be escorted to their class.  
~ When dropping off students please enter the first driveway that is closest to highway 34. When picking up students in the afternoon, traffic will run the opposite direction. Please enter beside the JP Griffith gym off of Kirby street.  You may park in a designated parking spot and walk to pick up your child/children or remain in the car line. 
We want all of our children to be successful, so it is important that they are in attendance as much as possible and on time everyday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 14:52:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the Teacher Night!  Tuesday, August 6!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1947073</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 09:00:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All tudents MUST be registered!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1945499</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Registration for 2024-2025 for all students in grades PK3-12 must be completed through Parent Portal! Returning students who were not registered in the Spring MUST be registered this week in order to complete student schedules and course assignments before In-Service this week. Parent Portal remains OPEN for you to register online now. If you cannot register for any reason online, or students are moving to another district, please call the school for instructions.  https://portals10.ascendertx.com/ParentPortal/login?distid=070901]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jul 2024 17:02:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Event!  Wed, July 24!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1943971</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2024 13:48:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration for 2024-2025!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1941944</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 13:08:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Programs!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1933928</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:38:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Returning Students Register NOW for 2024-2025 on Parent Portal!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1923031</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 18:27:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Graduation ~ Thur, May 23, 9:00 a.m., MPC]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1929941</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 07:10:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation Exercises Set for Friday, May 24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1929299</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 21:31:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dismissal at 1:00 - May 21, 22, 23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1929296</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 21:18:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School Fridays!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1917151</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With our 2023-2-24 school calendar, we are at that point at the end of the year where the district will not have classes on Fridays!  April 26, May 3, May 10, May 17 and May 24!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:29:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024-2025 Calendar Approved]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1910140</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Download your copy!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:26:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Solar Eclipse Safety Guide]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1908257</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:54:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's SUPER Egg Hunt!  March 20!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1901174</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eaglette Meeting for 2024-2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1900040</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 20:34:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break ~ March 11-15!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1897171</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 22:50:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Awards -  Fri, Mar 8]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1894633</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:58:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT 10 for Sophs - Wednesday, Mar 6!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1894580</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:44:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's SUPER Egg Hunt!  March 20!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1893457</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 17:43:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Elem - Dr. Seuss Week!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1893067</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:51:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tickets for Ovilla Christian Game - Feb 28]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1890493</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order at this link for tickets for the baseball game on Tuesday, February 28!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:52:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Donkey Basketball ~ Wed, Feb 28!  Get your tickets early!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1888550</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:08:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Alumni Volleyball Tournament!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1888528</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 10:54:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Holiday!  Monday, Feb 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1886664</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2024 19:43:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FFA Week ~ Feb 19-23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1886449</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:09:25 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valentine Dance FRIDAY NIGHT, Feb 16!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1886438</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:03:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MONDAY NIGHT!!  Go Lady Eagles!!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1883557</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bi-District playoff game vs Oglesby (Visitor) vs Avalon (Home)
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Mart HS Gym
Address: 1100 JL Davis, E Texas Ave, Mart, TX 76664
Admission: $6.00 Adults $4.00 Students]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:56:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In-Service Day ~ Monday, Feb 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1882300</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:55:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[~~  Valentine's Dance ~ Friday, February 16  ~~]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1876908</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:52:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Awards ~ Mon, Jan 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1872163</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 19:07:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Don't Forget!  Science Night!  Jan 17, 6:00 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1869909</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:57:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD will be CLOSED Tuesday, Jan 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1868900</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[due to minor HVAC and water concerns, Avalon ISD will be closed Tuesday, Jan 16 
and resume classes at regular time on Wednesday, January 17.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 18:18:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Communications!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1867210</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the event of winter weather closures or delays, Avalon ISD utilizes its various means of communication to notify our students and parents of any type of delay or closure.  All communications will be dated as to avoid confusion of posting times.
Website - www.avalonisd.net
Facebook page - search for Avalon Independent School District
Twitter (X) - @AvalonISD
School News Mobile App
Remind Apps set up by our principals and athletic dept
Channel 5 - KXAS/NBC Dallas
Channel 8 - WFAA/ABC Dallas]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 19:44:30 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Monday, January 15, is an AISD School Holiday!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1867044</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 18:07:44 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Day ~ Wednesday, Jan 10!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1864850</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Whole school picture, Kindergarten graduation individuals, classes and clubs, basketball teams.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:43:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Science Night!  Jan 17, 6:00 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1864860</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:42:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Report Cards Issued Friday, Jan 5!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1862664</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 23:23:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dismissal Friday, Dec 15, at 3:40]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1858865</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:40:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christmas Week for Elementary!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1856818</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:59:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christmas Week for MS/HS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1856817</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:58:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[92nd Avalon Basketball Tournament - Brackets Available!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1849313</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:42:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Holidays ~ Nov 20-24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1847623</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:09:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christmas Wishes Tree is Ready!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1847332</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:43:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Basketball Schedules Posted!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1845149</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:55:09 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Volleyball Tournament Information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1843305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[REGIONAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION!
Game Times: Friday - Semifinal Game 1 – 5:00 pm 
                     Saturday Semifinal Championship Game – 1:00 pm 
Site:      Billingsley Field House, 1400 Foch Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 (From I-30, exit Summit Ave. head north ¼ mile, then turn left onto Lancaster Ave. heading west)
Tickets:  ALL TICKETS are to be purchased online, no cash or credit card will be accepted at the ticket booth.  Ticket prices for each day are $8 for adults and $5 for students (plus applicable fees). 
Region 3-1A ticket information will post to the FWISD Athletics homepage the day before the event (see Ticket Information tab). 
For spectators wanting to purchase their ticket via credit card, they may do so by clicking the link: 
https://gofan.co/event/1231800?schoolId=TX12828]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:51:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagles Regional Quarterfinals - Tues, Nov 7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1841379</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Volleyball Regional Quarterfinals will play Tues, Nov 7, vs Oglesby at 6:30 p.m. at 
Valley Mills HS.  Admission is $5 adults and $3 students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2023 19:55:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eagle Football Meets Abbott in Bi-District!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1840975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023
Location: Blum Sports Complex
Time: 7:00pm
Home Team: Abbott
Visiting Team: Avalon]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:18:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagles meet Milford in Area Playoffs on Friday!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1840644</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:11:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Football Game of the season and Senior Class Night!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1840235</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's the final game of the season and it's also Senior Class Night starting at 6:15!  Come out on a great football night and enjoy our Eagle family!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:20:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Blood Drive!  November 13]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1839234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, November 13, is our Student Council Fall Blood Drive and we need YOU!  Go to this link to register for your appointment and help save lives - https://www.greatpartners.org/.../drive_schedule/144197]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:53:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Menus!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1838984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click on this link for the November cafeteria menus!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 08:31:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Eagle Volleyball Playoffs!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1838392</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lady Eagle Volleyball Playoffs!
Friday, November 3, in Abbott, 6:30 p.m.
Avalon (Home team) vs. Milford]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:04:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RSVP for Thanksgiving Lunch, Nov 14!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1838291</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:33:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on Monday, Oct 30 - Teacher In-Service Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1837177</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 22:59:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Trunk or Treat!  Sat, Oct 28 ~ 5:00-7:00 pm]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1837176</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturday evening from 5:00 - 7:00 in the MPC parking lot (J.P. Griffith gym if raining)!  There will be 20 vendors to make this a fun family night!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 22:56:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class Rings & Sr. Graduation - Friday, Oct 27!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1834650</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jostens will be at Avalon ISD on Friday, October 27, to present information to the junior class about ordering class rings!  They will then meet with the senior class to discuss caps, gowns, invitations and packages!  They will return November 10 for orders and deposits.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 20:09:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Good Luck to our Cross Country Team at Regionals!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1833798</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Avalon Cross Country team is in Corpus Christi to compete in the Regional meet on Monday, October 23!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:55:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Red Ribbon Week!  Oct 23-27!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1832906</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:10:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pink Out Day - Friday, Oct 20!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1832891</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:00:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[5th Quarter LIVE CONCERT!  Fri, October 20, 9-11 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1832837</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:58:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Invite a Veteran!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1831680</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2023 Student Council Veterans Day Ceremony will be held Friday, November 10 at 10:00 a.m. in the MPC.  We encourage all of our veterans, active duty or in past service, to join us for this special day. Please bring or email the form below to Mrs. Cashion at ccashion@avalonisd.net by Friday, November 3.  
The invitation form is available at school or on the website at https://www.avalonisd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:00:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mammograms!  November 29 in Avalon!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1829911</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon ISD, in conjunction with UT Southwestern Mobile Mammography is sponsoring an event on Nov. 29th, 2023! The Mobile Unit will be parked at the Multipurpose Center from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (until the last patient). • Please call 214-645-2560 or 866-277-0710 to schedule your appointment.

This event is for ALL of our Avalon community and friends! Please spread the word and make sure your loved ones know that this a convenient opportunity to have their mammogram!

Please Note: Those who register should check with their provider for benefit coverage.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:18:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Duck Tape the Principal!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1828999</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[One fundraising activity for Pink Week is the Duct Tape challenge of taping Mr. Hernandez to a wall!  Each piece of tape is $1.00 and all proceeds go to the SC fund for Mr. Hadsell and Mrs. Melissa Martin. Deadline is Friday, Oct 20.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:31:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[3-day Weekend!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1828902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon students and staff will enjoy and three-day weekend - Monday, October 16, is a school holiday!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:18:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Hosts District Cross Country Meet]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1824567</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon ISD is the site of the 2023 District Cross Country Meet!  District competitors for high school and junior high will converge on the DDB Sports Complex Wednesday afternoon, Oct 4, to determine who will advance to the next round of competition.  Go Eagles!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:11:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[It's Fall Festival - Friday, Sept 29]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1663380</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Avalon Fall Festival will be held Friday evening, September 29, on the old school baseball field, JP Griffith gym and cafeteria from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.  School will dismiss Friday at 1:00 p.m.  Come out for fun games, prizes, great food and a wonderful family night!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 16:04:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Breakfast and Lunch Menus!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1821985</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Follow this link for a downloadable version of each menu!  https://www.avalonisd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2064443&type=d&pREC_ID=2126033]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 12:32:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[State Fair Tickets go home Thursday, Sept 28!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1821524</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 14:38:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Dismissal on Friday, Sept 29, at 1:00!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1820513</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:14:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Needed:  Teacher for 4th and 5th Grade Social Studies]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1820993</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Contact Mr. Tennery for details]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 17:21:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get the Avalon ISD App at your App Store!  IOS or Android!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1818228</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LOOK!!  Download our Avalon School App from your phone's app store!  When you search, type in Avalon Independent School District (in Texas!) and press Add School.  Quick way to see dates, news, and get alerts.  More to come!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 20:39:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-2024 Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1794825</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct is available at the following link:  https://4.files.edl.io/aa9d/08/08/23/031920-fb878904-d3a9-462c-83ce-9e09c70cde12.pdf]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:35:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Junior High Volleyball games cancelled for Monday, Sept 25!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1819398</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:07:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD will be CLOSED on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/1819134</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the damage of tonight's storm, Avalon ISD will be closed on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th.  The day will be made up at a later date to be determined.  TEACHERS are to report at 9:00 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2023 22:57:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Day Time Change for 2023-2024!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new school year will see a change in the daily time schedule for Avalon School.  The first bell will ring at 7:45 a.m.  The TARDY bell will ring at 7:50 and classes will begin at that time.  Dismissal each day will now be at 3:40 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:36:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-2024 Avalon District Calendar]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 16:30:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon Athletic Complex Dedicated to Dr. David Del Bosque]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Avalon ISD Board of Trustees is proud to announce the naming of the Avalon ISD Dr. David Del Bosque Athletic Complex. The 55 acre complex, situated on Highway 55 and ½ mile from the elementary school, contains the site of the district football field, softball field, baseball field and agricultural barn. The Board is also proud to announce that Dr. Del Bosque’s baseball coaching uniform number “8” will be retired this year.
Avalon Superintendent Khristopher Marshall stated, “All of the accomplishments Avalon ISD enjoyed during Dr. Del Bosque’s tenure had one focus – our students! His vision for those 55 acres of pastureland was to create a place for everyone to gather to enjoy extracurricular activities and just be “kids”. It is another place in Avalon that will long be a place of pride of the community.” 
Dr. Del Bosque retired this past June 2019 after 25 years at Avalon ISD, the last 17 serving as the seventh Superintendent in the history of Avalon ISD. At the beginning of those 17 years, the athletic fields on Highway 55 were solely pastureland when purchased. That land was subsequently developed into what is now the current activity complex. During that time, Dr. Del Bosque forged many accomplishments for the district, including the formation of the football program and the planning of the volleyball and softball programs, relocating play to the new Worsham baseball field and the beginnings of our agricultural program. Before that, he coached varsity baseball for 8 years, being named Coach of the Year for four years and the teams reached the Regional Semi-finals two times.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2020 23:02:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Khristopher Marshall Named Avalon's 8th Superintendent]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Avalon ISD Board of Trustees has named Mr. Khristopher Marshall as the 8th Superintendent of Avalon ISD.  He has been with Avalon ISD for 20 years, first as a classroom teacher and coach, then moving into the position of District Assistant Principal and, for the last 10 years, as the high school principal.  He will be the eighth Superintendent in the history of Avalon ISD. 

Mr. Marshall graduated with his bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master’s degree from Tarleton State University.  

Dr. David Del Bosque announced his retirement in August of 2018 after serving as Superintendent for the last 17 years, and 25 years at Avalon ISD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2019 15:54:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dr. Del Bosque Announces Retirement for End of 2018-2019 School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon Superintendent, Dr. David Del Bosque, announced his upcoming retirement on Thursday evening, August 23, to the Avalon Board of Trustees. Friday, he met with faculty and staff after school to let them know of his decision. His retirement date will be August 31, 2019.  (cont.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 25 Aug 2018 11:09:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon "District of Innovation" Plan Adopted]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Avalon ISD has developed a plan to be considered as a "District of Innovation".  This designation will allow the district local courtesies as outlined in the plan developed by the DOI committee.  The detailed plan can be found under "Policies/Schedules/Forms" located under the Students or Parents tabs above.  In summary, (click for more)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2017 10:03:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The selection of Avalon ISD as a NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL was announced at a press conference today at 12:30 p.m. CST by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. As teachers, students, staff and administrators gathered around computer monitors and Smartboards to watch the announcement, the excitement for our school grew as the time drew closer.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2014 23:59:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Us on Facebook!  ]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We've reached 700 likes on our district Facebook page!! Thank you to everyone who has joined our Facebook community page to keep up with events and information on Avalon ISD. We appreciate your support!  Come join us!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2015 10:06:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CELEBRATE!  National Blue Ribbon Award Presentation]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The National Blue Ribbon Award arrived on campus and was formally presented to the students, faculty, staff and community of Avalon ISD in a special presentation and celebration!  Dr. Del Bosque spoke to the student body about the significance of the award - the highest award that can be given to any school campus in the United States!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2014 22:40:43 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Nominated for National Blue Ribbon School]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Parents:

It is with great pride that I inform you of a very important nomination for Avalon School. We have been selected as one of only twenty-five campuses in the State of Texas as a nominee for the U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School Award! The article below includes more detail. 

This nomination is one that is not earned by any single component. It is a validation of our belief and a motto that hangs in my office – “Together We Make A Difference”. Accolades such as these speak to the efforts of all of us working together – teachers, administrators, staff, parents, board of trustees and community - working for one common goal – to provide the best possible education for every individual child. 

We have much to be proud of with the national nomination and recognition, and we want to share this news with you personally. Congratulations to Avalon ISD, its school family and the community of Avalon.

Best Regards,

Dr. David Del Bosque
Superintendent

(Click for Press Release)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2014 16:50:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Going Home ~ The Story of Riley-Dirk" Benefits Fund]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/301725</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A children's book about a wonderful little pup is on sale now at Avalon ISD!  The proceeds from the sale of "Going Home ~ The Story of Riley-Dirk", written and published by our superintendent, Dr. David Del Bosque, will benefit the Human Resource Fund.  (cont.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:22:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Avalon ISD Joins Twitter!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We know that everyone stays in touch in different ways - Parent Portal, My Nutri Kids, Facebook, school website, Remind101, FlashAlert.  Now Avalon ISD has joined the Twitter world of online communication!  Join us there!    @AvalonISD]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Nov 2012 22:45:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[J. P. Griffith Gymnasium Rededication - A Great Success!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/239508</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A wonderful evening, great friends and a beautiful "new" building for the school and community of Avalon!  Saturday, February 11, brought together the past and the present to see the future of a beloved building on campus brought to life once again.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:15:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preserving a History of Avalon ISD]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As progress continues on the J.P. Griffith Gymnasium, preparations begin for the rededication ceremony early next semester.  Looking back through the early volumes of the Avilion, the school yearbook, was exciting and we knew the only printed history of our district only existed in those books.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:59:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Look for the Daily Calendar or the District Calendar!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.avalonisd.net/apps/news/article/171047</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The daily calendar can be seen to the right side of the main page.  Click on the "Show Calendar" to get a month by month view or "Show All" will give a month listing.  

The official school calendar is attached.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:42:46 -0600</pubDate>
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