You asked for it, you got it! Due to the HUGE success of our AR Night in September, Archer will be hosting ANOTHER AR Night Monday, November 3rd from 5-7pm in the library. Families are welcome to come during this time so students can read short stories and take AR tests on them. Students can also use this time to take an AR test on any other books that they have read but have not had a chance to take a test on yet!
4 months ago, Archer Elementary
November 3rd is AR Night at Archer Elementary from 5:00-7:00pm. The library will be open for students to take AR tests.
Archer Elementary School's Annual Storybook Character Parade is this Friday, October 31st at 8:45am. Parents are welcome to view the parade from the front of the school. The parade route will be roped off for parents to stand along. If you have questions about the event, feel free to contact the front office!
4 months ago, Archer Elementary
Storybook Character Parade is Friday, October 31st. Various storybook characters are walking in a parade.
National Red Ribbon Week is being celebrated this week in schools. Wear red this Thursday in solidarity for saying no to drugs!
4 months ago, Archer Elementary
Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31. Life is a puzzle. Solve it drug free. Wear red on Thursday!
The PTA Splash Fun Run will take place on November 10th! All money is due to school by Friday, October 31st.
4 months ago, Archer Elementary
PTA Splash Fun Run will take place on November 10th.
Prize Levels for the fundraiser include: $5 3D printed animal, $20 galaxy slime, $50 keychain buddy, $75 doodle board, and $150 pizza party.

Picture Day is Tuesday, October 28th. Make sure to wear your best smile to school!

4 months ago, Archer Elementary
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🎓 Find Your Future at the 2025 Magnet Showcase!

Families — don’t miss your chance to explore the many magnet options available at our elementary, middle, and high schools!

Learn more about open house dates, shadowing opportunities, and application deadlines all in one place.

📅 Saturday, October 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Alachua County Sports and Event Center
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville

🚗 Due to another event in the area, please enter Celebration Pointe from Archer Rd and park in the South Parking Garage before following the signage and walking to the Sports & Event Center.

Visit 🔗 www.alachuaschools.net/magnets for details.

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Magnet Showcase

🌟 Celebrating Our Citizens of the Month! 🌟

Congratulations to all the Alachua County Public Schools students recognized as Citizens of the Month! These students are being celebrated for their kindness, leadership, and positive contributions to their school communities.

Thank you to Mainstreet Daily News, Bosshardt Realty and the Children’s Trust of Alachua County for sponsoring this wonderful recognition program.

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
September Citizens of the Month
Families of students in 5th through 10th grade can sign up now for their student to 'shadow' in one or more middle/high school academic and career tech magnet programs so they can experience first-hand what these programs have to offer. The shadowing window is Nov 13-Dec 12. More info at https://www.alachuaschools.net/magnets.
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
ACPS Magnet Programs

Cheer on the Gators and support ACPS staff appreciation programs by purchasing discounted tickets to the UF Homecoming game vs. Mississippi state on October 18 at 4:15. gofevo.com/group/Alachuacounty6

5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
UF Football Fundraiser

Open Houses for academic and career tech magnet programs begin next week AND the annual Magnet Showcase is October 25 from 10-1 at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center at Celebration Pointe. . More open house, Showcase and application info is available at alachuaschools.net/magnets

5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Join Mrs. Hyde October 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM in the Parent Resource Room for a Coffee and Chat! This month will feature Make and Take Educational Activities that you can use at home with your children.
5 months ago, Archer Elementary
Coffee and Chat - Make and Take Educational Activities October 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Check out upcoming events and other happenings in Alachua County Public Schools in this month's iNews! https://conta.cc/48KKGRL
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
I News October
The Florida Department of Health has created a website (floridahealth.gov/diabetes) for the families of PreK - 1st grade students on the early detection of diabetes.
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Progress reports available on Family Access or by requesting a paper copy from school. Instructions for accessing progress reports available at alachuaschools.net/progressreports
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Thank you to the team from UF Health that provided Stop the Bleed training for principals today. As with our recent training on reunifying families after a school crisis, today's session is another example of the district's commitment to the safety and well-being of students, families and staff.

6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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STB Trainer
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Protect your family from flu. Sign up your child for free FluMist at school. Info and consent form at alachuaschools.net/flumist
6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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📣 It’s Here! A better way to stay connected!

Starting today, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Alachua County Public Schools app—or by text and email if you prefer.

Check out this short video with more information!

This is communication, simplified!

6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Alachua County Public Schools App
Early release Wednesdays start August 13 at all elementary schools and High Springs Community School, A. Quinn Jones School, Sidney Lanier School and Duval Early Learning Academy. Specific school hours are available at alachuaschools.net/schoolhours
6 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
With a new state law limiting the use of cell phones and other devices, ACPS has revised its guidelines. More information at alachuaschools.net/cellphones.
7 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Archer Elementary School's Meet Your Teacher is Friday, August 8, noon to 1 p.m.
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools