Join Spanish Club on Tuesday, February 3rd to watch a movie! We will be meeting after school in C-156 (Srta. Wead's room). Bring snacks to share if you would like and are able!
REGULAR OPERATIONS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3
ACPSD will return to regular operations tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, following this weekend’s historic snow event. With temperatures below freezing overnight, please use caution in travelling as some shaded areas may still be partly frozen. We have appreciated the patience and flexibility of our school community and look forward to welcoming everyone back in person tomorrow.
Come and celebrate Valentine's Day with the German Club. This month the German Club will meet on the second Tuesday of the month, February 10 directly after school. Please come to Frau Weeks' classroom in C157.
Come join the Light Minds Club in room C257 on club homeroom for leadership, community, leadership, snacks and games! Stop by for an application!
Congratulations to the following Aiken high Band Members who qualified for the 2026 All-State & Region Honor Bands!
Morgan Meesseman - Senior Band, All-State Alternate/ 2nd chair Region, Trumpet
RJ Meyer - Senior Region Band, 3rd chair, Tuba
Elliott Threlkeld - Clinic Region Band, 3rd chair, Bassoon
Grace Turner - Senior Region Band, 9th chair, Clarinet
Samantha Meesseman - Clinic Region Band, 4th Alternate, Percussion
Ben Seigler - Senior Region Band, 3rd Alternate, Trombone
Congratulations also to the following AHS Marching Band Members who qualified for Region Honor Band:
Charlie Thomas - Clinic Region Band, 2nd chair, Bari Sax
Samantha Glover - Clinic Region Band, Alternate, Trumpet
Cameron Benson Junior Region Band, Alternate, Trombone
It's a great day to be a Hornet!
Way to go, everyone!
Morgan Meesseman - Senior Band, All-State Alternate/ 2nd chair Region, Trumpet
RJ Meyer - Senior Region Band, 3rd chair, Tuba
Elliott Threlkeld - Clinic Region Band, 3rd chair, Bassoon
Grace Turner - Senior Region Band, 9th chair, Clarinet
Samantha Meesseman - Clinic Region Band, 4th Alternate, Percussion
Ben Seigler - Senior Region Band, 3rd Alternate, Trombone
Congratulations also to the following AHS Marching Band Members who qualified for Region Honor Band:
Charlie Thomas - Clinic Region Band, 2nd chair, Bari Sax
Samantha Glover - Clinic Region Band, Alternate, Trumpet
Cameron Benson Junior Region Band, Alternate, Trombone
It's a great day to be a Hornet!
Way to go, everyone!
Join Spanish Club on Tuesday, February 3rd to watch a movie! We will be meeting after school in C-156 (Srta. Wead's room). Bring snacks to share if you would like and are able!
E-LEARNING DAY /REMOTE WORKDAY FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Following this weekend’s winter storm and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of students, families, teachers and staff, tomorrow, Monday, February 2, will be an e-learning day for students. All teachers and staff will be on a remote work day as well.
Student e-learning will be available online, and our teachers are available for support. Should your student have any questions, difficulty, or need assistance with their e-learning assignments, please reach out.
Continued cold temperatures refreezing the snow that accumulated this weekend may impact our district’s operations for Tuesday as well. A decision regarding Tuesday will be announced no later than 3 p.m. tomorrow afternoon and will be made with the safety of all students, families, and employees at heart.
As always, we are grateful for the flexibility of our school community. Please be safe, enjoy the snow, and stay warm.
UPDATE: New date is Sun. Feb. 22nd, 10am-5pm
The AHS Band Mattress Sale on Sunday, Feb. 1st has been postponed due to the weather forecast.
A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
All discount coupons for school staff/ 1st responders/ etc. will still be honored!
At the Tuesday, January 27, 2026, regularly-scheduled meeting, members took part in signing the new Ethical Principles poster, provided by the South Carolina School Boards Association.
The signing serves as a symbolic commitment to effective governance, transparency, and ethical leadership. The poster will remain on display in the boardroom throughout the year as a visible reminder of these shared principles.
The signing serves as a symbolic commitment to effective governance, transparency, and ethical leadership. The poster will remain on display in the boardroom throughout the year as a visible reminder of these shared principles.
The AHS Band Mattress Sale on Sunday, Feb. 1st has been postponed due to the weather forecast.
A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
All discount coupons for school staff/ 1st responders/ etc. will still be honored!
A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
All discount coupons for school staff/ 1st responders/ etc. will still be honored!
RAISE SOME DOUGH FOR A GREAT CAUSE! 🍞
Join us in supporting Aiken High NJROTC Booster Club with a Panera Fundraiser!
📅 February 4, 2026
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Panera Bread - 1953 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC
✨ 25% of all sales will be donated to support the Aiken High NJROTC cadets!
✔️ Dine in
✔️ Drive-thru
✔️ Pick-up
✔️ Delivery
Ordering online? Be sure to enter the promo code FUND4U at checkout so your purchase counts toward the fundraiser. Online orders placed all day at this cafe count using the code will go toward our fundraiser.
In store orders must present flyer to cashier.
Thank you for supporting our cadets - every sandwich makes a difference! 💛
Join us in supporting Aiken High NJROTC Booster Club with a Panera Fundraiser!
📅 February 4, 2026
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Panera Bread - 1953 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC
✨ 25% of all sales will be donated to support the Aiken High NJROTC cadets!
✔️ Dine in
✔️ Drive-thru
✔️ Pick-up
✔️ Delivery
Ordering online? Be sure to enter the promo code FUND4U at checkout so your purchase counts toward the fundraiser. Online orders placed all day at this cafe count using the code will go toward our fundraiser.
In store orders must present flyer to cashier.
Thank you for supporting our cadets - every sandwich makes a difference! 💛
Educators Rising Members - Ed. Rising Meetings will be every 2nd + 4th Tuesday during Extended Homeroom/Club Days and every Thursday after school from 3:30-4:30 unless an email is sent to cancel the meeting.
Members must attend meetings at least 2 meetings/activities a month to be eligible to attend the state conference in March. Meetings are in room E-208. Have questions? - see Mrs. Franklin for more information.
Members must attend meetings at least 2 meetings/activities a month to be eligible to attend the state conference in March. Meetings are in room E-208. Have questions? - see Mrs. Franklin for more information.
The AHS Band Mattress Sale on Sunday, Feb. 1st has been postponed due to the weather forecast.
A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
All discount coupons for school staff/ 1st responders/ etc. will still be honored!
A rescheduled date will be announced soon.
All discount coupons for school staff/ 1st responders/ etc. will still be honored!
ATTENTION JUNIORS & SENIORS: Prom tickets are now on sale on GoFan for $40. Grab them while they are at the lowest price! Email Mrs. Long if you have any questions.
*To be eligible to purchase a prom ticket, all school fees must be paid in full.*
*To be eligible to purchase a prom ticket, all school fees must be paid in full.*
SENIORS: All Senior Baby Ads for the Hornet Yearbook are due by JANUARY 30TH. Please visit jostens.com to create your baby ad.
Please email Mrs. Long if you have any questions!
Please email Mrs. Long if you have any questions!
UPDATE: Due to potential inclement weather on Saturday, January 31st, the Miss Aiken High Pageant has been moved to Friday, January 30th at 7:00pm. All previously purchased tickets will be transferred to the new date. Come support our contestants! Tickets are on GoFan.
Want a night out? Enjoy an early Valentine's Day and let us handle the childcare! Aiken High School's Educators Rising, in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Program, is hosting a "Parents' Night Out" on February 13th, 2026, from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Childcare is available for 3- to 12-year-olds (children must be potty trained). The night will include supper, dessert, games, crafts, and other fun activities. All of this for only $15.00 (per child)! There is a $1.75 fee for purchasing your ticket online. Please register using this link (https://form.jotform.com/260076933685163) and pay using this link (https://gofan.co/event/5790029?schoolId=SC27_3). Please register by 2/12/26 to make sure we have enough food for your child(ren). We look forward to seeing your children at Aiken High School. (Enter through the front office entrance on Feb. 13th.)
Seniors get your custom yard signs! Free delivery to the school. Order deadline is April 24th. Use the QR code on the flyer to order. Money will be donated to the Senior Class funds for each sign sold.
“Child’s Day Out” - Weekly “Preschool” + Play Dates!!
Aiken High School – Early Childhood Education Students are providing a weekly childcare program for your 3-5-year-old! Let us watch your child while you have a few free hours. Students will be putting their learning into practice, providing lessons, activities and play for your child. Register ASAP! There are 16 available slots - First Come - First Served!
Child’s Day Out will be held on Wednesdays, January – May starting Jan. 14th, from 8:30 - 11:30 AM. Weekly tuition is $10.00 per day. Children must be potty- trained. A snack will be provided, as well as crafts, learning activities, centers, and more. Check out our website (https://www.acpsd.net/o/ahs/page/childs-day-out) for more details.
See the QR code + link (https://form.jotform.com /253087790698172) to the registration form. A $20.00 registration fee may be paid via credit card through GoFan (https://gofan.co/app/ school/SC27_3 ) or paid via cash during our Open House on January 9th at 9:15 AM.
Contact Mrs. Franklin with any questions or concerns. (803) 641-2500 - leave a voicemail; (803) 716-9557 - text or leave a voicemail; or email cfranklin2@acpsd.net
Aiken High School – Early Childhood Education Students are providing a weekly childcare program for your 3-5-year-old! Let us watch your child while you have a few free hours. Students will be putting their learning into practice, providing lessons, activities and play for your child. Register ASAP! There are 16 available slots - First Come - First Served!
Child’s Day Out will be held on Wednesdays, January – May starting Jan. 14th, from 8:30 - 11:30 AM. Weekly tuition is $10.00 per day. Children must be potty- trained. A snack will be provided, as well as crafts, learning activities, centers, and more. Check out our website (https://www.acpsd.net/o/ahs/page/childs-day-out) for more details.
See the QR code + link (https://form.jotform.com /253087790698172) to the registration form. A $20.00 registration fee may be paid via credit card through GoFan (https://gofan.co/app/ school/SC27_3 ) or paid via cash during our Open House on January 9th at 9:15 AM.
Contact Mrs. Franklin with any questions or concerns. (803) 641-2500 - leave a voicemail; (803) 716-9557 - text or leave a voicemail; or email cfranklin2@acpsd.net
Would you like to have a "treat" next [/this] week? Tuesday, January 27th, and Thursday, January 29th, bring your cash for the Educators Rising Snack Sale. Snacks and Drinks will be $1.00 or $2.00. We will have Sprite, Gatorade, Dr. Pepper, Takis, other chip varieties, honey buns, and other sweet treats. CASH ONLY!! Come find us outside the cafeteria!!
