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The Mission of Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary and Aiken County Public Schools, the unifying agent of new horizons and extraordinary possibilities, is to ensure all students thrive as future-ready, globally mindful, and productive citizens through a responsive and inclusive school system distinguished by
- High quality and student-centered learning experiences
- Transformative, stakeholder partnerships
- A culture of purpose, innovation, and excellence
Beliefs: Raising achievement Setting standards Motivating excellence Empowering each other Striving for success
RSM Vision: To increase student achievement by implementing a rigorous and engaging curriculum.
Welcome!
The students, staff, and administration of Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary School welcome you to our website. We are confident that you will find the information on this site useful and that you will learn more about what makes Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary School a special place.
Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary School moved to its new facility in 2021 and is home to approximately 400 students from four-year old kindergarten to fifth grade. Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary is included in the Ridge Spring-Monetta K-12 facility and has its own health clinic, gymnasium, library, administrative offices, cafeteria, playgrounds and elevator. Ridge Spring-Monetta K-12 is a two-story building.
Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary School has a dedicated and experienced staff, an active School Improvement Council, and caring and committed families. We are committed to providing a safe, caring, and challenging educational environment that promotes learning and achievement for all students. We recognize and celebrate the diverse learning styles, interests, talents, and cultures of our students and strive to offer a rich variety of meaningful learning experiences that will inspire innovative thinkers and confident learners.
Thank you for your interest in Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary School. If you have any questions, please contact Principal Callie Herlong at (803) 685-2000.Classroom Supply List 2023-2024 Supplies
Registration for 2023-2024 Click here to register
School Improvement Council Report to Parents Link to Report
Companies Offering Free Tutoring Company Offered Free Courses.docx (sharepoint.com)
Volunteer Application https://forms.office.com/r/N8wV3CU5ym
Annual Title I Meeting Title I Information
Updated Title I Parent & Family Engagement Policy and School-Parent Compact Updated Policies
Announcements
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School Hours: Arrival Begins (7:25 am) Warning Bell (7:50 am) Tardy Bell (7:55 am)
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PREPARE FOR FAMILY EMERGENCIES WITH SMART911 - We are fortunate in Aiken County to have access to a free service called SMART911. The service allows families to register their homes and occupants for the purpose of providing law enforcement and first responders with immediate access to life-saving information in the event of a call for help to 911. During an actual emergency, first responders will have this vital information relayed to them before they arrive. Signing up is fast, easy, and free! Click HERE to view the SMART911 flyer for some great safety tips for students, or visit online at www.smart911.com for more information.
Headlines
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Ridge-Spring Monetta Bus Driver Named South Carolina Bus Driver Of The Year
LaCheryl Knox, a bus driver for Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High School, was recently named the Bus Driver of the Year by the South Carolina Association for Pupil Transportation.
District Headlines
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CSRA College Night | September 14, 2023
This year's CSRA College Night will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the James Brown Arena in Augusta. Area high school students will have a special opportunity to meet recruiters from more than 100 colleges and universities and win scholarships totaling $15,000.
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Ridge-Spring Monetta Bus Driver Named South Carolina Bus Driver Of The Year
LaCheryl Knox, a bus driver for Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High School, was recently named the Bus Driver of the Year by the South Carolina Association for Pupil Transportation.
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Matthew Shepler Named New Principal at Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High School
Matthew Shepler is passionate about working with students and ensuring they meet their potential and realize new possibilities for future success. Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High families are invited to the school’s Open House on Thursday, August 24. The community is invited to drop by from 4:00-6:00 p.m. to meet their new principal and hear about the great things taking place already this school year.
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Board Strengthens Security
The Board of Education Announces Strengthened Security Measures at Aiken High & Across All Schools
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District Superintendent King Laurence Announces Retirement
Aiken County Public School District Superintendent King Laurence will retire at the end of the 2023-24 school year, ending his 38-year career as an educator in South Carolina.
Superintendent's Report
Upcoming Events
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Today
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Tuesday
6:00 PM Board of Education Meeting
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Wednesday
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October 2, 2023
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October 3, 2023
Attributes of Premier Students
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For a closer look at the Attributes of Premier students in Aiken County Public Schools, click on the words "Attributes of Premier Students," or simply look around your school as we're sharing these attributes in a big way and posters and banners are everywhere!