Join us for Alumni Night as we reconnect, share memories, and celebrate the people and programs that have shaped our career center. We look forward to welcoming you!
#AikenCountyPublicSchools #AikenCountyCareerCenter #AlumniAchievement
GEM (Giving Even More) award winner - Mrs. Denise Smith
First year teacher of the year - Gerald Eichelberger
Teacher of the year - Mr. James Dean
Celebrating Our Principals!
As we wrap up Principal Appreciation Month, we're celebrating the dedicated leaders who make a difference in our schools every day.
Through our Principal for a Day opportunity, community members and local leaders stepped into the role of principal, gaining a firsthand look at the leadership, collaboration, and care that go into supporting our students and school communities. Thank you to those that volunteered for this amazing opportunity.
Hear their reflections and see some of the moments that made this experience special as we recognize the incredible work of our principals on YouTube at youtu.be/yK5kpIdC7Z4 .
Thank you to our principals for all that you do to help our students and schools thrive!
#PrincipalAppreciation #ACPSDCelebrates #PublicEducation #SouthCarolinaSchools
This afternoon, a Lockdown was initiated at the Career Center due to a non-compliant student. The situation has since been resolved.
We appreciated the swift response from District Emergency Management and law enforcement, as well as the cooperation of students, teachers and staff.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff will always remain our top priority. We look forward to a normal day of teaching and learning tomorrow.
For more information about our Standard Response Protocol and security measures, visit the Safe & Secure Schools section on the district website.
The Career Center has elevated our Standard Response Protocol to Lockdown due to a non-compliant student. Law enforcement is addressing the situation at this time. Additional details and information will be shared as soon as they become available.
For more information about our Standard Response Protocol and security measures, visit the Safe & Secure Schools section on the district website.
This October, make your everyday purchases count! Whether you’re stocking up on candy or enjoying a fall outing, you can use your SRP Federal Credit Union ACCTC Affinity Debit Card to help support our school and our students.
Every swipe can make a difference!
Show your school spirit
Support ACCTC all year long
It’s a treat for you—and a treat for our school community!
Learn more at www.srpfcu.org/AffinityCards
#SRPAffinityDebitCard #Spring #SupportYourSchool #GoodThingsAreHappeningatSRP
SAVE THE DATE — ACCTC REUNION CELEBRATION!
For 60 years, the Aiken County Career & Technology Center has been a place where students learned skills, discovered careers and prepared for their futures. Now, it’s time to come back and celebrate!
November 18, 2026
5:00–7:00 PM
Aiken County Career & Technology Center
Whether you’re a former student, former employee, parent, industry partner, community member, or friend of ACCTC, YOU are invited!
This celebration will be extra special as we gather in the current Career Center one last time before the building closes and we transition to our new facility.
Come walk the halls, reconnect, reminisce, and help us celebrate 60 years of Skills • Service • Success!
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Intersession is bringing innovation to life!
Students will have the opportunity to explore, create, and problem-solve at our CTE Innovation STEM Camp. Read below to learn more about this exciting opportunity and stay tuned for more Intersession announcements to come!
All 6th through 8th grade students are invited to participate in ACPSD's CTE Innovation STEM Camp!
WHEN: September 28th -October 1st from 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. daily
WHAT: All Aiken County Public School sixth through eighth grade students are invited to participate in ACPSD's CTE Innovation STEM Camp! Students will engage in fun, hands-on STEM challenges, build real world skills, solve problems and discover what they’re capable of creating! Students will select up to three courses to participate in throughout the day where they will learn about of drones, e-sports, robotics and cybersecurity.
WHERE: Schofield Middle School, 224 Kershaw Street, NE Aiken, SC 29801. There is no cost to participate in the camp.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION: Monday, September 14th by 5:00PM. Spots are limited and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please scan the QR code on the flyer or complete the online application by clicking on the 2027 CTE STEM Innovation Camp Student Application link.
CONTACT: Alvina Jackson- Riddle at ahead@acpsd.net.
#FallIntersession #ACPSD #CTE #STEM
ACCTC is excited to welcome Mrs. Franklin and the Early Childhood Education program to our new facility for the 2027-2028 school year! Interested students can apply @ https://form.jotform.com/262384976132161 or reach out to Mrs. Franklin (CFranklin2@acpsd.net) for questions or information.
Students, Aiken Youth Empowerment is excited to invite you to the Teen Life Maze at Smith Hazel Recreation Center on October 2nd, 2026. Visit https://helpinghandsaiken.org/aye/teen-life-maze/ for more information.
Mark your calendars!
Wednesday, August 19th will be the first early dismissal day of the 2026–27 school year!
Students will be dismissed early while our teachers and staff use the afternoon for professional development, collaboration, and additional training to support student success.
Get a glimpse into what professional development looks like for our staff here at Aiken County by watching the video on YouTube at:https://youtu.be/RJ6SEXp8wUk .
🎓 CSRA COLLEGE NIGHT 🎓
Are you a high school student or parent of a high school student who is interested in exploring college, military, and career opportunities? Don’t miss CSRA College Night on Thursday, September 3 at the Augusta Convention Center from 5pm-8pm.
What You’ll Find:
• Representatives from colleges and universities across the U.S.
• Military career information
• Career exploration resources
• Professional and technical organizations
• SRS Apprenticeship information
• Scholarship drawing for high school seniors
Free Seminars Include:
• Financial Aid
• College Application Essay Writing
• Resume Writing
• Financial Literacy
• SRS Apprenticeships
NEW THIS YEAR!
Some colleges will offer FREE APPLICATIONS or on-site acceptance for qualified students!
🎯 How to Prepare
✅ Register for Strive Scan to share your information with colleges and receive college updates.
✅ High School Seniors-Bring copies of your high school transcript to help you make the most of conversations with college representatives.
✅ Visit the CSRA College Night website for complete event details, including parking information, participating colleges, career resources, and more:
CSRA College Night Website
We are excited to share that Dr. Christie Palladino, biomedical science teacher at Aiken County Career and Technology Center and the 2027-2028 South Carolina State Teacher of the Year, as a part of the Core Program Class of 2027 for Leadership South Carolina.
Leadership South Carolina is the state’s premier leadership development program, bringing leaders together to explore opportunities and challenges shaping South Carolina’s future. The eight-month program brings distinguished business, government, nonprofit, healthcare, education and community leaders together with immersive sessions across the state.
“Dr. Christie Palladino represents the very best of public education and the extraordinary impact a dedicated teacher can have on students, a school, and an entire community,” Aiken County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Corey Murphy shared. “Her ability to connect students with meaningful opportunities in biomedical science and help them see possibilities for their futures has strengthened career and technical education across Aiken County. As South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year, Dr. Palladino continues to make us incredibly proud, and her selection for Leadership South Carolina’s Core Program Class of 2027 is another well-deserved recognition of her leadership and commitment to others. We are fortunate to have her representing Aiken County Public Schools and educators across our state.”
We look forward to welcoming students back for the 2026-2027 school year! Our campus opens daily for students at 8:30am for AM session and 12:00pm for PM session. Students who plan on driving to ACCTC will need to pick up and complete a parking form and pay the $20 fee to our main office by July 31st. Students without a parking pass will not be allowed to park on campus beginning August 3rd. ACPSD transportation provides bus transportation from each students home school location to and from ACCTC daily. Please consult home-school staff to clarify bus departure times and locations.