We hope to see all of our amazing dads this Friday!!!
Good afternoon, Aiken Elementary School parents and guardians. This is Merry Glenne Piccolino calling on behalf of Principal Kristie Brooks.
We want to make you aware of an incident involving Bus 112, which was transporting Aiken Elementary School students on Alpine Drive this afternoon.
Most importantly, all students are safe. As a precaution, paramedics will assess students on scene.
Principal Brooks is on site, along with law enforcement and representatives from our Transportation Department, to assist with the situation and ensure the safety of our students.
We anticipate that students' arrival home will be delayed as a result of this incident. We will share additional information as it becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students.
🌱 Dig in the Dirt Day is this Saturday, 11/7!
Join us from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Aiken Elementary for a morning of beautifying our outdoor classroom! Volunteers of all ages are welcome. We'll be cleaning up around the pond, pulling weeds, installing irrigation, planting new plants, and tackling other outdoor projects. Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that are suitable for gardening and getting a little dirty! Please bring along any tools that you have to help us work in our outdoor classroom.
Can't make it to the school? You can still support our outdoor classroom by visiting Woodlanders Nursery on 11/7 or 11/21 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and purchasing a plant from our school's wish list.
Thank you for helping us create an even more beautiful learning environment for our students!
📍Dig in the Dirt at Aiken Elementary, 2050 Pine Log Rd
📍Plant Sale at Woodlanders Nursery, 925 Park Ave SE
We are excited to share an upcoming Fall Parents' Day Out hosted by our Educators Rising Members!
Parents can enjoy some well-deserved time for themselves while their children enjoy an afternoon of crafts, games, lunch, snack and FUN!
When: Saturday 7, 2026 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Aiken High School - Front Entrance
Ages 3-12 (must be potty-trained)
Cost: $25.00 per child
The cost includes lunch, a snack, crafts, games and plenty of fun!
Register and Submit payment using the QR codes on the flyer attached. For questions, contact Mrs. Franklin at cfranklin2@acpsd.net.
#ACPSD #EducatorsRising #ParentsDayOut
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
Help us restock our closet! As your kids outgrow their shoes and jackets, send them to school to be given to a child who may need it!! We also are running short on socks and underwear. Send in new, unused socks and underwear!! There is always a need!!!
Thank you!
Area One Families: Share Your Feedback on Middle School Opportunities.
Aiken County Public Schools is exploring potential changes to the middle school structure in the Aiken area, and we want to hear from you!
The District is considering a return to a traditional grades 6–8 middle school structure, with dedicated sixth-grade academies to help students transition successfully from elementary school. This change would also require adjustments to existing school attendance zones.
Additionally, we are exploring opportunities for specialized thematic programs at Area One middle schools, giving students the chance to pursue their interests through hands-on learning and career exploration.
No decisions have been made. As we consider these possibilities, feedback from our families is essential to understanding community priorities and helping inform our next steps.
We encourage all Area One parents and guardians to take a few minutes to complete our survey.
Share Your Feedback: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LeRLS793Rt
Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us explore opportunities that best support the students and families of Area One.
Hey Dads! Our next All Pro Event is THIS Friday, October the 23rd!!! We hope you can make it!!! Use the QR code to register!!! Our character trait is "Initiative".