Click the links below for the folder in the School Events shared drive.
OPEN HOUSE/CURRICULUM NIGHT
During Open House Night, parents are invited to see their child’s classroom and hear more about the program offered for his/her child. Classroom teachers typically synergize to create informational sessions regarding curriculum to be taught during the school year, field trips, classroom schedules, volunteer opportunities, and overall logistics of the classroom setting.
GRAND GATOR DAY
Grand Gator Day is a special day held annually in September. This day is to honor A.B. Combs’ grandparents and/or any special “Grand” friends in the lives of our students. “Grand Gators” are invited to eat lunch with students in our dining hall on that day. It’s always a special day when we can include our family and friends in our school routines!
MOVIE NIGHT
Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy a movie on the school lawn near the track. It is a great kickoff event to begin the school year and have a chance to get to know other families at A.B. Combs.
WALK TO SCHOOL DAY
An event that celebrates fitness as the whole school begins the day by walking en masse to the campus for a special assembly. We often welcome many special guests, Athens Drive Band, and celebrate physical fitness. Families are welcome! This event is normally held around the first Wednesday in October.
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT
We are fortunate to have students from all around the world attend Combs. We host an International Night to celebrate the similarities and differences between various cultures. It is a great time to learn more about these cultures that represent our student body.
CELEBRATE SUCCESS
Celebrate Success Assemblies are held at least twice per year and are designed to spotlight the achievements of our students. Children at all grade levels are recognized for academic achievement, meeting their personal and academic goals, and outstanding performance in special classes (Art, Music, PE, etc.). Families are invited to attend and students also share their leadership notebook to celebrate their academic progress.
SUPER HERO SNACK
At the end of every quarter, teachers nominate 3 students per class that have worked hard to achieve their personal and academic goals. Our school Super Heroes host a Super Hero Snack to celebrate student accomplishments and a dance party to honor their hard work!
INAUGURAL BALL
In the fall, students elect their own President and representatives from fifth grade, forming the A.B. Combs Lighthouse Team. Following these elections, we host an Inaugural Ball to celebrate our student leaders. This ball models the actual Presidential Inaugural Ball. At the ball, our President is sworn in and students perform dances learned in Team 8 classes. The parents and students always enjoy this celebration and dancing!
SUNSHINE EVENTS
These fun events are sprinkled throughout the year and are just for staff!
SCIENCE FAIR
Every year in January, our leaders in science are showcased at A.B. Combs! Students submit science fair projects, which are judged based on outlined criteria. While participation is encouraged by students at all grade levels, students in 5th grade are required to participate. Historically, two-thirds of all Combs students have submitted projects! Students in grades K-3 receive written praise, suggestions from judges, and a participation ribbon. Fourth and fifth graders compete for 1st -3rd place and “Best of Show.”
CELEBRATE SUCCESS
Celebrate Success Assemblies are held at least twice per year and are designed to spotlight the achievements of our students. Children at all grade levels are recognized for academic achievement, meeting their personal and academic goals, and outstanding performance in special classes (Art, Music, PE, etc.). Families are invited to attend and students also share their leadership notebook to celebrate their academic progress.
LEAD WITH LOVE
We believe part of being a great leader is recognizing the greatness in others. During a week in February, we celebrate Lead with Love Week to honor and celebrate our first responders in our community. We culminate this week by hosting a breakfast for first responders and honoring their service with a schoolwide clap out.
Read Across America/ Literacy Night
READ ACROSS AMERICA/ BOOK FAIR
Around the end of February/ first week of March, we celebrate Read Across America Day. On a designated day, students and teachers dress as their favorite storybook characters and we have special guest readers visit each classroom for this special event. We are also hosting the annual book fair this week, with one evening being designated as Literacy Night where the book fair is open till 7pm.
BRACKET BREAKFAST
We celebrate the NCAA Tournament with a Bracket Breakfast. During this special breakfast event, family members are invited to purchase breakfast from our school dining room, complete an NCAA basketball tournament bracket, and enjoy it with their child.
GAME NIGHT
Do you love board games and other fun activities to enjoy as a family? We host an annual game night where families can spend time together and get to know other families at A.B. Combs.
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE
This event involves inviting new Kindergarten families to Combs.
PANCAKES AND PJS
During this special breakfast event, family members are invited to purchase breakfast from our school dining room, wear their comfy PJs, and enjoy a special memory with their child.
CELEBRATE THE ARTS NIGHT
This is a night where we showcase each of our students as leaders in art. Each student has their own matted art piece on display to showcase all of our student's artistic talents. Our school chorus, Gator Ball Handlers, Cheerleading team, and Gator Thespians also perform as we “Celebrate the Arts” at A.B. Combs.
VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION
Part of what makes Combs so special is our amazing school volunteers. In May, we honor our school volunteers with a special gift of appreciation.
STUDENT LED CONFERENCES
Much like Celebrate Success, these conferences are designed to spotlight the achievements of our students. Children at all grade levels are recognized for academic achievement and meeting their personal and academic goals. Families are invited to attend and students also share their leadership notebook to celebrate their academic progress.
5TH GRADE GRADUATION
This event celebrates our 5th graders graduating and going on to middle school.