# Afton Public Schools, OK

> Official app for Afton Public Schools, OK, providing event, notification, menu, and contact information. (iPhone/iPad app by Afton Public Schools.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afton-public-schools-ok/id6503628261 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Afton Public Schools](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749587116)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 151 MB
- Languages: British English, Latin American Spanish
- Released: 2024-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afton-public-schools-ok/id6503628261/reviews.md

## What is Afton Public Schools, OK?

Introducing the brand new app for Afton Public Schools, OK.

    NEVER MISS AN EVENT
    The event section shows a list of events throughout the district.  Users can add an event to their calendar to share the event with friends and family with one tap.

    CUSTOMIZE NOTIFICATIONS
    Select your student's organization within the app and make sure you never miss a message.

    CAFETERIA MENUS
    Within the dining section, you'll find an easy to navigate, weekly menu, sorted by day and meal type.

    DISTRICT UPDATES
    In the Live Feed is where you'll find updates from the administration about what's going on in the district right now. Whether that's celebrating a student's success, or reminding you about an upcoming deadline.

    CONTACT STAFF & DEPARTMENTS
    Find relevant staff and department contacts under an easy-to-navigate directory.

## Key features

- Event calendar with sharing
- Customizable student notifications
- Weekly cafeteria menus
- District live feed updates
- Staff and department directory

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afton-public-schools-ok/id6503628261/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Useful App

*2026-02-19*

This app is very helpful in keeping up with the school’s events and announcements!

### 1/5 — Mid

*2025-08-05*

The History of the Invention of Puke Bags

Though often overlooked, the humble puke bag—or air sickness bag—has played a crucial role in the evolution of air travel and other forms of transportation. Designed primarily to contain vomit during motion sickness episodes, the air sickness bag has a surprisingly interesting history rooted in the broader development of commercial aviation, human physiology, and industrial design.

Early Air Travel and the Need for a Solution

The story of the puke bag begins with the rise of commercial air travel in the early 20th century. As airplanes became more accessible and widely used in the 1930s and 1940s, it became evident that motion sickness was a common and troubling experience for many passengers. The pressurized cabins, turbulence, and relatively unsteady flight patterns of early aircraft made vomiting an all-too-frequent occurrence. Airlines, concerned with passenger comfort and hygiene, needed a practical solution.

The First Air Sickness Bags

Before the invention of dedicated puke bags, airlines offered passengers tissues, paper towels, or even repurposed paper containers to handle episodes of nausea. These makeshift methods, however, were insufficient and unhygienic.

The first true commercial air sickness bag is credited to Gilmore Schjeldahl, an American inventor and entrepreneur. In the late 1940s, Schjeldahl developed a waterproof, disposable bag made of wax-lined paper. His company supplied these bags to several major airlines, marking a turning point in passenger care. The early versions were simple: just durable enough to prevent leaks and compact enough to be tucked into a seat pocket.

Innovation and Mass Adoption

Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, air travel expanded rapidly, and so did the demand for sickness bags. Airlines began to standardize their use and even branded them with their logos. The bags were also improved with features like pleated bottoms for easier expansion and more secure closures. By the 1970s, the use of polyethylene-lined paper or plastic made the bags even more leak-proof and hygienic.

Interestingly, sickness bags began to attract attention beyond their practical use. Collectors started saving bags from different airlines, and some airlines even designed bags with humorous messages or artistic prints. What was once purely functional began to have a cultural and even artistic niche.

Beyond Airplanes: Broader Applications

While commonly associated with airplanes, puke bags found uses in other domains as well. Ferries, buses, and space missions—anywhere motion sickness might occur—adopted similar containers. NASA, for instance, developed specially designed bags for astronauts experiencing “space adaptation syndrome,” or space sickness. These bags were highly engineered to function in microgravity, often with sealing mechanisms and materials that would contain fluids safely in zero-G environments.

The Modern Puke Bag

Today, the puke bag remains a standard fixture on commercial flights, though thankfully many passengers don’t need to use it. The design has continued to evolve, incorporating better materials, biodegradable options, and tamper-proof seals. In recent years, companies have even explored reusable designs for environmentally conscious travel.

Conclusion

The history of the puke bag is a testament to how simple inventions can have a significant impact on everyday life. Born out of necessity in the early days of aviation, the sickness bag evolved into a symbol of passenger care, design innovation, and even pop culture. Though rarely celebrated, it remains a quiet guardian of in-flight comfort—ready to serve whenever turbulence strikes.

### 5/5 — Why i don’t like it

*2025-02-17*

It is not cool I don’t like afton I don’t like school

### 1/5 — :(

*2025-01-16*

I just don’t like school

### 1/5 — Lunch

*2024-08-22*

I Can Not See Lunch Option Fix It.

## Frequently asked questions about Afton Public Schools, OK

### How do I add school events to my calendar with Afton Public Schools, OK?

The event section displays a list of district events. You can tap on an event to add it to your personal calendar, making it easy to share with friends and family.

### Can I get specific notifications for my child's school activities?

Yes, you can select your student's organization within the app to customize notifications and ensure you don't miss important messages related to their activities.

### Where can I find the weekly lunch menu?

The dining section of the app features an easy-to-navigate weekly menu, sorted by day and meal type, so you can see what's being served.

### What kind of updates can I expect from the district?

The Live Feed provides real-time updates from the administration, including celebrations of student success and reminders about important upcoming deadlines.

### How do I contact school staff or departments?

A comprehensive directory is available within the app, allowing you to easily find and contact relevant staff members and departments.

### What is the rating for Afton Public Schools, OK?

Afton Public Schools, OK has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 8 user ratings.

### Is Afton Public Schools, OK available on Android devices?

Currently, the app is listed as supported on iPhone devices. Information regarding Android compatibility may be updated by the developer.

### How often is Afton Public Schools, OK updated?

The latest version is 5.6.0, and the app was last updated on February 18, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.11.0 — 2026-08-11

General updates and minor bug fixes

### 5.8.0 — 2026-06-13

General updates and minor bug fixes

### 5.7.0 — 2026-05-14

General updates and minor bug fixes

### 5.6.0 — 2026-02-18

General updates and minor bug fixes

### 5.5.0 — 2025-11-12

General updates and minor bug fixes

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