Amherst County Public Schools Education Foundation

06/05/2026

📢 Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of our students and schools? 🎓✨

The ACPS Education Foundation is officially seeking passionate, visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors!

We are looking for dedicated community members who want to volunteer their time, energy, and expertise to help us champion educational excellence and expand opportunities for every student in our district.

While we welcome all community advocates, we are currently looking for individuals with specialized expertise in the following areas:

Finance & Accounting: Help us steward our resources effectively, manage budgets, and ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Fundraising & Development: Share your strategic vision for donor relations, grant writing, and corporate sponsorships to help fund innovative school programs.

Community Engagement: Connect the Foundation with your network of local businesses, families, and civic organizations to build strong, supportive partnerships.

Parent Representation: As a parent of a current ACPS student, you will be able to bring your perspective to all areas of our work.

Why Join Us?
As a board member, you’ll play a direct role in funding teacher grants, student scholarships, and vital educational programs that go above and beyond standard school budgets. Your voice and skills will help shape the educational landscape of our community.

How to Apply
If you are ready to advocate for our students and bring your professional talents to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

👉 Email [email protected] for an application today! Meetings are held on the third Friday of each month at 12:30pm. Virtual participation may be an option. Board service is anticipated to begin in August. Terms are for two years and are renewable.

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06/05/2026

TWO WEEKS AWAY!!

⛳ Tee up for a cause! ⛳

Dust off those clubs and sharpen your short game—the 23rd Annual Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament is officially back! Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just in it for the mulligans, we want to see you on the green.

📅 Mark Your Calendars
When: Friday, June 19th
Time: 9:00 AM Shotgun Start
Where: Winton Country Club

🏆 What’s in it for you?
Beyond a beautiful day at Winton, your participation directly supports the ACPS Education Foundation. Every drive, chip, and (hopefully) sunk putt helps provide vital resources for our ACPS students and teachers. 🍎

🎟️ Register Your Team Today!
Don't wait—spots fill up fast every year. Grab your foursome and secure your spot at the link below:
👉 Register Here: https://www.acpseducationfoundation.org/.../golf...

Feel free to email your team names to [email protected] and pay at the tournament.

05/29/2026

We are looking for Hole Sponsors for our 23rd Annual Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament! 🏌️‍♂️✨

On Friday, June 19th, community members and golf enthusiasts will hit the greens, and we want YOUR business or family name to be part of the action. For just $100, you can sponsor a hole and show your support for the students and teachers of Amherst County Public Schools.

Every dollar raised goes directly to the Amherst County Public Schools Education Foundation to fund teacher grants, student scholarships, and innovative classroom programs. 🎓🍎

Why Sponsor?
✅ High visibility for your business at a long-running community event.
✅ Tax-deductible contribution.
✅ Investing in the future of our local students!

Ready to lock in your spot? Comment below or email [email protected] to become a sponsor today!

Let’s make this 23rd year the best one yet!

05/26/2026

⛳ Tee up for a cause! ⛳

Dust off those clubs and sharpen your short game—the 23rd Annual Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament is officially back! Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just in it for the mulligans, we want to see you on the green.

📅 Mark Your Calendars

When: Friday, June 19th

Time: 9:00 AM Shotgun Start

Where: Winton Country Club

🏆 What’s in it for you?
Beyond a beautiful day at Winton, your participation directly supports the ACPS Education Foundation. Every drive, chip, and (hopefully) sunk putt helps provide vital resources for our local students and teachers. 🍎

🎟️ Register Your Team Today!
Don't wait—spots fill up fast every year. Grab your foursome and secure your spot at the link below:

👉 Register Here: https://www.acpseducationfoundation.org/tickets/p/golf-tournament-player-registration

Tag your favorite golf partner in the comments! Who’s joining us this year?

“Chip-in” and show your support! The cost is $90 per player. This includes green fees and cart, lunch, one mulligan per player and great golf swag.

05/20/2026

⛳️ It’s GOLF TOURNAMENT time! ⛳️

Join us for a fun morning of golf on Friday, June 19th, 9am at Winton Country Club to support education in Amherst County! Register your team and secure your sponsorship online today: https://www.acpseducationfoundation.org/annual-golf-tournament

05/17/2026

Jasper Tomlin, 8th grade student at AMS, is the April student of the month. He is a great example of the big 3 at AMS. He is responsible in all that he does and leads quietly by the great example he sets. He is respectful to his peers and the adults at AMS each and every day. Jasper shows great resilience as he works hard through balancing his school work, work on the farm, and his extracurricular activities where he excels. Congratulations, Jasper and keep up the great work!

05/17/2026

Join us in celebrating our Student of the Month, Hosannah Padgett! Hosannah is being recognized for her incredible resilience. No matter the challenge, she approaches each day with determination, a positive attitude, and the courage to keep going. Her ability to bounce back, stay focused, and give her best effort is truly inspiring to both her peers and teachers. We are so proud of you, Hosannah—keep shining and showing us what perseverance looks like!

05/17/2026

Walker Clark is an 8th-grade student at Monelison Middle School who consistently exceeds expectations in both academics and behavior. He treats everyone with kindness and demonstrates what it means to be responsible, respectful, and Trojan Proud.

05/17/2026

We are proud to celebrate our student of the Month, Emmalin Paxton! Emmalin earned 2nd place runner-up in our Math 24 Competition! We are so proud of her hard work, dedication, and the outstanding way she represented Amelon. She is a respectful, responsible, and hardworking student who always gives her best effort in the classroom. Her positive attitude and commitment to learning make her a wonderful example for others.

05/17/2026

Ella Hall, a 5th grader at Elon, has been selected as this month’s Star Student because she is relentless in the pursuit of her goals and consistently demonstrates what it means to SOAR each and every day. In the classroom, she excels academically by putting forth her best effort, participating thoughtfully, and setting high expectations for herself. Beyond her academic success, she is an exceptional role model for her peers. She leads with kindness, respect, and integrity, always willing to encourage and support others. Her character, leadership, and dedication make her not only an outstanding student, but also an outstanding human being who positively impacts everyone around her.