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🌸 Spring Has Sprung, and So Have Our Thanks! 🌸 As we welcome the season of renewal, we're celebrating our amazing classified employees who help Aiken County Public Schools bloom every day! From keeping our schools safe and clean to serving meals and supporting students, your dedication makes a difference. Thank you for all you do! #SHINEACPSD #ACPSDcelebrates

8 months ago, Human Resources

Shine ACPSD Staff Shout Out Sunday, March 23, 2025 Presented by ACPSD's Teacher Forum

Brenda Still East Aiken School of the Arts Library Aide Mrs. Still is one of the most genuine people I know! Her gentle spirit and caring nature are a blessing to everyone around her! Mrs. Still is a fantastic Media Aide and helps keep our Media Center running smoothly! Mrs. Still is the ultimate team player and never hesitates to lend a helping hand! We are very blessed to have Mrs. Still at East Aiken! Thank you for all you do Mrs. Still! We love and appreciate you to the moon and back!

Daniel Kitchings Maintenance Department Locksmith Thanks for all you do! You always come in to complete our work orders with a smile on your face! You always have such a positive attitude. Thank you for the time and effort you put into everything you do! Miss Abney (NAMS Secretary)

Pamela Lamb Midland Valley High School Secretary Pam is simply put, THE BEST (GOAT!!)! Pam has been the person that has been so helpful and diligent in helping a new employee get things sorted out. I know that Pam not only cares about the staff at MVHS, but she also always goes above and beyond in helping me get all the Virtual Lab set up. Pam cares, and I wish there were more employees like Pam! Rachael B. Botson

Kelly Lotson Graniteville Elementary School Secretary Ms. Lotson consistently goes above and beyond in her role, embodying the true spirit of dedication and care. She builds meaningful relationships with students. Her willingness to support teachers demonstrates her collaborative spirit and enhances the entire educational community. Her kind and caring nature is a testament to her character, radiating warmth and positivity that inspires those around her. She shines brightly! GVES Teachers

Emily Graham South Aiken High School Special Education Clerk Emily, your attention to detail, dedication, and professionalism makes everything run smoothly. You manage tasks with such efficiency and always keep things on track, making everyone's life so much easier. You're the backbone of the special education team at South Aiken, and we appreciate you more than words can express! Keep shining! Liza Hyde

Kimberly Johnson Maintenance Department Maintenance Office Manager Thank you, Kimberly, for helping us here at Millbrook. Our Quest Zone families and the surrounding neighbors are so thankful for you and the maintenance crew! Holly Beheler

Karen Wilson Aiken Intermediate School Special Education Aide Ms. Wilson is a paraprofessional in AIS who embodies the essence of a gentle giant. It's clear to see that she is loved by our students. She treats them with the same care and affection as she would her own children, fostering meaningful conversations and providing motivation to keep students to learn. I also appreciate her willingness to lend a helping hand, dedicating her time to support other students in the classroom. Her contributions are truly invaluable to the school.

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 District Assistant Principal of the Year Mr. David Harris, Professional Staff Member of the Year Mr. Rashad Roland, Principal of the Year Mrs. Shunte Dugar, District Level Administrator of the Year Ms. Merry Glenne Piccolino, First Year Teacher of the Year Mrs. Theresa Reeves, Teacher of the Year Dr. Christie Palladino, and GEM of the Year Mr. Ni'Jae Jerry! Stay tuned for more photos from tonight's STARS of Public Education Banquet coming soon! #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSACPSD

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

STARS winners grouped together holding their awards.

Congratulations to this year’s Safety Incentive Award recipients: J.D. Lever Elementary School, New Ellenton Middle STEAM Magnet School, and Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle-High School! The Safety Incentive Award was created to encourage and support a positive safety culture across our district. This initiative is meaningful because it directly benefits our employees by enhancing workplace safety while also reducing costs associated with workers’ compensation claims. We are committed to promoting safety and accident prevention in our schools, facilities, and departments. Fostering a safe environment is a shared responsibility, and we greatly appreciate the support of our principals, supervisors, and leaders in making safety a top priority.

8 months ago, Human Resources

Thurston Williams and Alex Rhoden holding a Safety leader award banner in fron of New Ellenton Middle school.

Kippy Kelly and Jennifer Hart holding a safety leader award banner.

Matthew Shepler and Jennifer Hart holding a Safety Leader award banner.

🍀 We Are Lucky to Have Our Amazing Employees! 🍀 Aiken County Public School District is feeling extra lucky to have such dedicated, hardworking, and passionate employees who make a difference every day! Thank you for your commitment to our students, schools, and community—our pot of gold is filled with incredible people like you! #SHINEACPSD #ACPSDcelebrates

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Shine ACPSD Staff Shout Out Sunday, March 16, 2025 Presented by ACPSD's Teacher Forum

William McKinney Aiken County Career & Technology Center Health Science Teacher Our gentle giant, serves as the Public Health instructor, is very kind! As an instructor, he is very patience with his students, even though he is not a first year instructor, as he came in mid-year, he is adjusting to his role. He too as his colleagues within the Health Science department are always seen with smiles and positive energy. I am not sure if he knows it or hears it enough, but he is appreciated here!

Emily Owens Mossy Creek Elementary 4th Grade Teacher Mrs. Owens wears so many hats each day, and she is amazing at all of them. She deserves a special shout out for all of the work that she has done for our new math textbook adoption. She has communicated information clearly, and she has been such a valuable resource in our school to help teachers navigate this important decision. Thank you for all that you do each day! Abby Hudson

Dr. Whitney Koeppen Division of Instruction Support Specialist Dr. Whitney Koeppen is a dedicated and considerate leader who skillfully balances individual support with collective progress! Her ability to listen, guide, and uplift each person while keeping the team(s) moving forward is truly inspiring. Whitney’s commitment to excellence, collaboration, and growth are greatly appreciated. Transformation Support Team

Sheila Toole Hinson Special Programs Secretary A massive shoutout to our outstanding special programs secretary for doing an incredible job! Your hard work, organization, and dedication never go unnoticed. You keep everything running smoothly and make a difference every day. Thank you for all that you do—you're truly appreciated! Liza Hyde

Lindsey Griffin Aiken Elementary Elementary Interventionist Lindsey Griffin is an amazing asset to Aiken Elementary! Aside from being an amazing interventionist, she brings a bubbly personality and infectious laugh. She builds strong relationships with students and is always striving to learn more so she can support our students. Mrs. Griffin, we appreciate you!

Jessica Matlock Silver Bluff High School Math Teacher Big shoutout to Ms. Matlock at Silver Bluff High School for welcoming us into her classroom to observe an incredible lesson on real-world percentage computation! Students were fully engaged, actively applying their skills, and working diligently to solve problems with confidence. It was inspiring to see math come to life! 🔢✨👏 #MathInAction #RealWorldLearning #EngagedLearners" Ty-ria Jenkins, Ed.S Transformation Support Team

Tabitha Linde Transportation Department Area 4 Secretary Tabitha is a great asset to the Transportation department. She is constantly going above and beyond to help transportation roll smoothly. Kristy Sanchez

Congratulations to Aiken County Public School District's February Employee of the Month, Ms. Ruth Morris! Ms. Morris has worked with ACPSD for six years and currently serves as the School Nurse at Midland Valley High School. Nurse Morris is always diligent in her work and cares a lot for our students. Recently, a student came to her experiencing dizziness and chest pain. She promptly informed the parent, and the student was taken to the hospital. That morning, the mother called Ruth, expressing her gratitude and sharing that, because of her quick action, she saved her child’s life. Both Ruth and the mother were emotional and grateful for the outcome. Yes, our school nurses truly save lives! Thank you to our February Employee of the Month, Ms. Ruth Morris, for demonstrating excellence as an employee of ACPSD! We appreciate all you do! #ACPSDCelebrates #EmployeeOfTheMonth

8 months ago, Human Resources

Ms. Ruth Morris holding an Employee of the Month Award.

Aiken County Public School District, March 11 BOARD MEETING - The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Please visit https://www.acpsd.net/page/board-meeting-livestream to view the meeting agenda and access the livestream when the meeting begins. Board Meetings are open to the public, although seating is limited. Our School Board Representatives may be contacted for any questions from our community stakeholders. Their contact information is available from that link as well.

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

🌟 A Day or Two Late, But Never Undervalued! 🌟 Friday was National Employee Appreciation Day, but let’s be real—one day isn’t enough to recognize the dedication, passion, and hard work of our incredible employees! To every team member who shows up, steps up, and makes a difference—THANK YOU. Your commitment doesn’t go unnoticed, and we appreciate you today and every day. #SHINEACPSD #ACPSDcelebrates

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Shine ACPSD Staff Shout Out Sunday, March 9, 2025 Presented by ACPSD's Teacher Forum

Willie Conner Transportation Department Transportation Supervisor A big thank you to Mr. Conner for always going above and beyond! He is consistently quick to respond and always willing to help with any issues that come up. His dedication and helpfulness make a huge difference, and we truly appreciate everything he does. Millbrook Elementary is truly thankful for you! Brooke Kirkland and Cassy Ray

Sandra Cash Aiken Elementary 4K Instructional Aide Ms. Cash is such an asset to Aiken Elementary. She goes above and beyond in everything she does. Ms. Cash is always offering a helping hand and looking for new ways to help her students. She is the best!

Bobbie Valentine Green Office of Student Services Student Services Worker Bobbie is the BEST Student Services Worker ever! Her passion for helping our families have the resources they need to be successful is heart warming and inspiring! Bobbie is one of the most dedicated Student Services Workers I know! She always goes above and beyond the call of duty to help our families in need! We are so lucky and blessed to have Bobbie on our team at East Aiken! She is truly a part of our family! Thank you for all you do, Bobbie! We love and appreciate you to the moon and back! Lisa Fallaw

Gregory Pope East Aiken School of the Arts Safety Monitor Aide Mr. Pope is an important member of our East Aiken School of the Arts family! He is an outstanding Safety Monitor and has done a wonderful job tutoring students this year in ONCE. He is an amazing team player and is always willing to lend a helping hand! Mr. Pope is dedicated to helping all students grow both academically and behaviorally. Mr. Pope’s positive nature, work ethic, and caring spirit are greatly appreciated and admired! Thank you for all you do, Mr. Pope! We love and appreciate you to the moon and back!

Lynde Ball Educational Technology Network Technician We couldn't function without her...literally! She flies around fixing this, inspecting that and never slows down! She's a WONDER WOMAN! Super helpful and always quick! Thank you so much Lynde!

Patty Fulmer Midland Valley High School Bookkeeper Ms. Fulmer is consistently kind and helpful to me. She is always available to answer questions and provide answers when I'm in need! I appreciate her giving spirit! Gina Turner

Pam Faw North August Elementary 5K Instructional Aide Pam is a very patient person. The way she interacts with her children and spends time with them is so sweet. She helped my son out as well when he attended NAE. She deserves this and more! Monica Stroman

Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5, there is a threat of severe weather with wind gusts in the morning forecasted to exceed 40 mph. This wind speed exceeds the threshold allowed for school buses to be on roadways. This wind event will result in a need to shift to e-learning tomorrow. Employees should plan to report to their work location on a two-hour delayed start, with no building or office opening before 10 a.m. Afterschool extracurricular practices, games, and events will continue tomorrow as scheduled. There will be no QuestZone tomorrow. We apologize for the challenges that this will cause our families and appreciate your continued cooperation and support!

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

During Spring Intersession, the week of March 31-April 3, a limited number of spots are available for this year’s Fine Arts Camp, Lego Wars, for students in grades 6-8. Fine Arts Camp will be held at Highland Springs Middle School Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Students will be immersed in creativity, the engineering design process, and project design while developing architectural skills to build a strong Lego structure. Registration opens Monday, March 3, at 6 p.m. for ACPSD middle school students and is offered on a first come-first served basis. Please note that due to space limitations, only the first 30 students to apply will be accepted. Once the application window opens, parents/guardians can apply by scanning the QR Code or visiting https://forms.office.com/r/zJ7pj8gvYh. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day of camp, Monday-Thursday, March 31-April 3, however students’ families will be responsible for their own transportation to Highland Springs Middle. Please contact Dr. Kimberly Fontanez, District Fine Arts Coordinator, at kfontanez@acpsd.net with any questions.

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Calling All Builders Lego Wars Spring Intersession Fine Arts Camp

🌟 Celebrating Our Classified Employees! 🌟 This Classified Employee Week, we honor the incredible staff who keep our schools running smoothly every day! From office professionals to custodians, bus drivers, food service workers, and more—you are the heart of our schools! Shout out to our hardworking classified employees for their dedication, support, and commitment to student success! #SHINEACPSD #ACPSDcelebrates

8 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Shine ACPSD Staff Shout Out Sunday, March 2, 2025 Presented by ACPSD's Teacher Forum

Sharon Morton Highland Springs Middle Custodian Ms. Sharon, you are always so sweet and keep our school looking clean. Thank you for all you do.

Wesley Wade Maintenance Department Electrician Thank you for taking care of us at North Augusta Middle. We appreciate all that you do for the school district! Miss Stephanie Abney

Antonio Gary North Augusta Middle School Safety Monitor Thanks for always going the extra mile to assist where needed. You always take the initiative to help the Students and Staff! Thanks for all you do for NAMS! YOU ARE APPRECIATED! Miss Stephanie Abney

Jimmie Burke Hammond Hill Elementary Safety Monitor Mr. Burke goes above and beyond to ensure the safety of students, staff and visitors in our school. From monitoring the halls and grounds, to informing us of safety concerns, and he even goes as far as to clean up debris and areas in need to ensure a clean and safe place for all. He is always willing to fill in where needed and is so polite and friendly with everyone he sees. He takes time to encourage students daily, and is a great role model. We're incredibly lucky to have him! The HHE Office Staff

Linda Nyquist Millbrook Elementary Custodian I wanted to take a moment to give a huge shout-out to Ms. Linda, who has been an amazing addition to Millbrook Elementary! Her kindness and tireless work ethic have truly made a difference. She is exactly what we needed to strengthen our school environment. Ms. Linda always takes the initiative, and her efforts are evident—our upstairs hallway has never been cleaner! We are so lucky to have her on our team. Jacque Osteen

Pam Meyer Midland Valley High School Registrar Ms. Meyer is such a hard worker she is dedicated to her job and MV 100%. She wears many hats at Midland Valley she is always willing to help anywhere she is needed.

Aiken County Public School District, February 25 BOARD MEETING - The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Please visit https://www.acpsd.net/page/board-meeting-livestream to view the meeting agenda and access the livestream when the meeting begins. Board Meetings are open to the public, although seating is limited. Our School Board Representatives may be contacted for any questions from our community stakeholders. Their contact information is available from that link as well.

8 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

ACPSD fifth graders are invited to submit an application for the Aiken County Career and Technology Center’s CTE Techno Camp being held on Saturday, March 15, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Interested students must submit an application by next Wednesday, February 26, at 5 p.m. to be considered. As part of the application, students will select their choice of two CTE programs to explore such as Under the Hood, Team Fashion Design, Photo Pea: Introduction to Photoshop, Code-A-Bot: Robotics, Digital Art and Media: Photography, Cosmetology 101, Barber Shop 101, Aiken Culinary Chefs, Nail Tech 101, An EMT to the Rescue!, The Life of a Biomedical Scientist, and Hair Braiding 101. For more information, please visit the Aiken County Career and Technology Center’s website. Techno Camp Information is available under “Resources,” or call (803) 593-7300. Application Link: tinyurl.com/CTEtechnoCamp

9 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

CTE Techno Camp for 5th Graders flyer: Black Grid Pattern Flyer with a QR Code for Applications to CTE Techno Camp, Saturday March 15 8AM-3PM, at the Aiken County Career & Technology Center. Application link: tinyurl.com/CTEtechnoCamp

Our school district administration, in collaboration with local emergency management officials, are monitoring the winter weather system that is forecasted for areas northeast of our county later this evening and into tomorrow morning. While no changes are anticipated to our regular operations, please be aware that we are continuing to monitor that system for any possible impact and will share updates as needed.

9 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

February 19 2025 Winter Weather Advisory Map with areas NE of Aiken County in Purple to indicate their Advisory status.

Aiken County Public School District, February 18 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP - The Board of Education will hold a special called budget workshop meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Please visit https://www.acpsd.net/page/board-meeting-livestream to view the meeting agenda and access the livestream when the meeting begins. Board Meetings are open to the public, although seating is limited. Our School Board Representatives may be contacted for any questions from our community stakeholders. Their contact information is available from that link as well.

9 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for Presidents Day. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, February 18.

9 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

It may be the shortest month of the year, but there’s no shortage of SHINE Shout Outs being submitted to celebrate and share the love for our teachers, therapists, coaches, bus drivers, and other staff this February! ✨Big hearts for this week’s featured employees! ❤️ #ACPSDcelebrates #SHINEACPSD

9 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

submit a shine shout out www.acpsd.net/shine.

On National School Resource Officer (SRO) Appreciation Day, we recognize the invaluable service of our SROs, who work tirelessly to create a safe and secure environment in our schools. As a link between our schools, law enforcement, and the community, SROs are instrumental in fostering positive relationships and promoting social responsibility. We salute our SROs for their remarkable service and the lasting impact they have on our schools and communities. #ACPSDcelebrates #SROAppreciationDay

9 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

School Resource Officer Appreciation Day.

❤️ CELEBRATING LOVE THE BUS MONTH 💛 February is designated as “Love the Bus Month” by the American School Bus Council. Bus drivers, whether transporting children to and from school, taking a team to a game, or driving a school group to an activity or field trip, are a vital part of the success of the students of Aiken County Public School District. In addition to promoting safety, "Love the Bus" also emphasizes the positive impact that school transportation has on education. By recognizing and appreciating the efforts of these professionals, we can inspire more people to consider careers in school transportation and help to ensure that students continue to receive safe and reliable transportation services for years to come. Thank you to our dedicated team of Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, and Transportation Department staff for all you do to drive student success in Aiken County! #ACPSDcelebrates #LoveTheBusACPSD #BusDriverAppreciation

9 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

ACPSD is extending our celebration of our school board beyond January’s School Board Appreciation Month! In a new video series launching today, we invite you to watch and “Get To Know Your School Board” through student interviews with each trustee. In the first episode of this fun new feature, School Board Member Mr. Brian Silas returns to his alma mater Midland Valley High School for an interview with student body president Adalisia Velasquez-Puentes. Tonight, you’ll get to know Mr. Silas. Stay tuned over the coming months to learn more, including which emoji each trustee uses most, their favorite musical artist, and much more! #ACPSDcelebrates https://youtu.be/cKOzuUh4M18

9 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

Aiken County Public School District is excited to host a Hiring Event for Special Education Aides on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, offering a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives. The event will take place at the District Office, located at 1000 Brookhaven Drive, Aiken, SC 29803, from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. District administrators will be conducting interviews and extending job offers to qualified candidates. Please come prepared for an interview, bring your resume, and be ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career. Pre-registration is highly encouraged, and walk-ins are also welcome. Please note that 60 hours of basic college credit OR a passing Para Pro exam is required to interview at the hiring event. Pre-register now at the following link: https://acpsd.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4973131. For more information and to discover additional employment opportunities, visit www.acpsd.net/join-our-team.

9 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools