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2026-27 Enrollment Is Open

We're now registering resident and non-resident students entering preschool-12th grade.

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Central Indiana All-Region Band

Twenty-three exceptional middle school student musicians were selected to perform in the prestigious Indiana Bandmasters Association All-Region Band.

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All-Region Honor Orchestra

Thirty-one of Middle School North, South, and West's most talented musicians recently participated in the All-Region Honor Orchestra.

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Students Make INpact

Eighty grade 7-9 Band students recently performed in the 2025 Drum Corps International INpact Band.

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Not perfec but i try

An AMS South student — a multilingual learner who speaks Hatian Creole — recently turned in a deeply moving poem ... in English.

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Teacher & Support Staff of the Year

Ashley Koontz and Danielle Bass are our 2025 Teacher & Support Staff of the Year.

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All-Music Award

Together with AMS North, South Orchestra and Bands won the 2025 All-Music Award.

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Students Savor Cultural Fair

Students and staff had a chance to tour around the gymnasium to experience dozens of countries, all represented by South students.

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Welcome

Dan Peo

I'm Dr. Dan Peo, the proud Principal of Avon Middle School South.I began my career in education in 2006 as a band director in a small school. Since then, I have served students and families as a band director in Warren County, Indiana and Lafayette, Indiana. In 2018, I became the assistant principal at Wea Ridge Middle School that feeds into McCutcheon High School. I came to Avon in 2022 as one of the assistant principals at Avon High School. During my career, I have learned so much about the value of partnerships between educators and families as we help all of our students to belong, learn, and grow. I look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence at Avon Middle School South, to serving the fantastic educators and staff, and to building new relationships with the students and families at South.

My experiences as an assistant principal at Avon High School have truly shown me how amazing Avon is, and I am so excited to continue my leadership at Middle School South. Please feel free to reach out to me as I launch my leadership alongside a new team of building leaders including Ms. Orleta Holmes, assistant principal, Mrs. Gretchen Matthews, assistant principal, and Mr. Scott Adams, athletic director & dean of students. Let's make the 2025-26 school year a great one!

Dr. Dan Peo
AMS South Principal

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What's happening at South?

News & Updates

There are so many great things going on at South. A few highlights are below. But, don't just take our word for it. Come in and see for yourself.

Upcoming Events

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Professional Development Center at White Oak ELC
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Professional Development Center at White Oak ELC

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Ashley Kootnz Testimonal

What makes her so special is that she's loving and caring, and kind. She makes everyone feel comfortable. Student on Instructional Coach, Ashley Kootnz, 2025 Support Staff of the Year

Kristen Nicoson Testimonial

I'm loving these kids and I'm having a blast!

Kristen Nicoson, School Librarian

Dan Peo Testimonial

I am convinced that Avon Middle School South is a great place for middle school students to belong, learn, and grow. Together, we can help your child and our students become successful adults. Dr. Dan Peo, Principal