Don't forget to purchase your Tidal Wave Coupon for $10 (valued at $30). If you're interested in purchasing a coupon, see a booster club executive board member, send DM to booster club Facebook page/Instagram page, or send an email to the hornetboosterclub.sec@gmail.com.All proceeds support Aiken High student athletics. Thanks for your continued support.

Senior Portraits will be taken for free!
Where: James A. Taylor Gym
When: August 29 and 30, September 12 and 13
Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day
A form with additional information will be sent out within the next few weeks to sign up for a time slot.
For any questions, please contact Ms. Frazier at lfrazier@acpsd.net.
Where: James A. Taylor Gym
When: August 29 and 30, September 12 and 13
Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day
A form with additional information will be sent out within the next few weeks to sign up for a time slot.
For any questions, please contact Ms. Frazier at lfrazier@acpsd.net.

An outstanding presentation by Danny Minolfo and Dean Cavero of REAL Brokers today in Mrs. Weimer's AICE Business class. They informed the class about how to become a realtor and all that goes into being a successful one!





Join FBLA Today! See Ms. Lafayette in room A206 for more information.

Senior parking spot painting is open to all Aiken High School Seniors who:
- Have a valid Aiken High parking pass for the 2024–2025 school year.
- Have turned in their completed and approved design.
- Pay the $5 participation fee by August 15th to Mrs. Long (while Dr. Hostetler is out for surgery).
All designs must be submitted for approval prior to painting.
No painting will be allowed without prior approval.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Design Due Date: Submit design and money to Mrs. Long by August 15th
- Painting Day: Thursday, August 22nd, 2024, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
- A food truck and a coffee truck will be on campus!
- It will likely be hot—bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and shade (umbrellas, tents, chairs, etc.)
- Have a valid Aiken High parking pass for the 2024–2025 school year.
- Have turned in their completed and approved design.
- Pay the $5 participation fee by August 15th to Mrs. Long (while Dr. Hostetler is out for surgery).
All designs must be submitted for approval prior to painting.
No painting will be allowed without prior approval.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Design Due Date: Submit design and money to Mrs. Long by August 15th
- Painting Day: Thursday, August 22nd, 2024, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
- A food truck and a coffee truck will be on campus!
- It will likely be hot—bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and shade (umbrellas, tents, chairs, etc.)

🎉 JOIN THE BUDDY CLUB! 🤝
Do you enjoy making new friends?
Are you patient, kind, and ready to make a difference?
Become a Buddy and help create an inclusive, welcoming community!
You’ll have the chance to:
✅ Join us on field trips
✅ Participate in fun activities
✅ Support and connect with peers
✅ Be part of something meaningful!
📍 Pick up an application form in C102 or from Dr. Stapleton during all lunches
📅 Applications are due by August 15, 2025
📧 You will receive an email if you are accepted!
🗓️ First meeting: August 19, 2025
Let’s build friendships and spread kindness—one buddy at a time! 💛
Do you enjoy making new friends?
Are you patient, kind, and ready to make a difference?
Become a Buddy and help create an inclusive, welcoming community!
You’ll have the chance to:
✅ Join us on field trips
✅ Participate in fun activities
✅ Support and connect with peers
✅ Be part of something meaningful!
📍 Pick up an application form in C102 or from Dr. Stapleton during all lunches
📅 Applications are due by August 15, 2025
📧 You will receive an email if you are accepted!
🗓️ First meeting: August 19, 2025
Let’s build friendships and spread kindness—one buddy at a time! 💛

🍗💛 CHICK-FIL-A IS BACK! 💛🍗
The Buddy Club will be selling Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwiches for $6 (cash only) to help raise funds for our club activities and promote inclusion and leadership on campus!
📅 Sale Dates:
👉 August 7
👉 August 14
👉 August 28
👉 September 11
👉 September 18
📍 Find us outside the cafeteria during lunch!
Come hungry and support a great cause! 🙌🐝 #BuddyClub #ChickFilA #Fundraiser #KindnessInAction #StudentLeadership
The Buddy Club will be selling Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwiches for $6 (cash only) to help raise funds for our club activities and promote inclusion and leadership on campus!
📅 Sale Dates:
👉 August 7
👉 August 14
👉 August 28
👉 September 11
👉 September 18
📍 Find us outside the cafeteria during lunch!
Come hungry and support a great cause! 🙌🐝 #BuddyClub #ChickFilA #Fundraiser #KindnessInAction #StudentLeadership

Due to the chance of 70% rain on Friday morning, we are moving Senior Sunrise to the morning of August 22nd.
You will participate in sunrise at 6:45am-8:00am. Those of you who paid to do Paint the Parking will leave the field and report to Paint the Parking directly after.
You will participate in sunrise at 6:45am-8:00am. Those of you who paid to do Paint the Parking will leave the field and report to Paint the Parking directly after.

🎉 Join Our AHS All Sports Athletic Booster Club Team! 🎉
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support our amazing students through the All Sports Athletic Booster Club! Whether you can give a little time or a lot, your help makes a big difference. Come be part of something great! 📣
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support our amazing students through the All Sports Athletic Booster Club! Whether you can give a little time or a lot, your help makes a big difference. Come be part of something great! 📣

Due to the chance of 70% rain on Friday morning, we are moving Senior Sunrise to the morning of August 22nd.
You will participate in sunrise at 6:45am-8:00am. Those of you who paid to do Paint the Parking will leave the field and report to Paint the Parking directly after.
You will participate in sunrise at 6:45am-8:00am. Those of you who paid to do Paint the Parking will leave the field and report to Paint the Parking directly after.

The All Sports Booster Club Panera Bread fundraiser that was previously scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. We do not have a rescheduled date yet, but will announce when we do. Sorry for any inconvenience!

AHS FRESHMEN: Freshman Class President gold applications are due to Mrs. Long by August 6th in C241. Presidential elections will be in homeroom on August 12th via Microsoft Forms. If you want to be on the Freshman Executive Committee, complete a green form and turn it in to C241.

Attention AHS Students - a PowderPuff Football Interest Meeting will be held on 8/12 during Homeroom in the James A. Taylor Gym with Coach McKenzie and Coach Tice. Powderpuff is open to ALL grade levels. Registration to participate will be $20 on GoFan. The AHS PowderPuff Football Game will be held on September 10th. More information coming soon!

ATTENTION AHS JUNIORS - The Class of 2027 Ring Ceremony will be on September 16th at 6:00pm in the Aiken High School Auditorium. All ring balances must be paid prior to the ceremony. Ring Ceremony Practice will be on September 16th during 4th block in the auditorium. Students will be called to the practice. If you still want to order a ring, visit Jostens.com. Contact Mrs. Long if you have any questions!


Don't forget to purchase your Tidal Wave Coupon for $10 (valued at $30). If you're interested in purchasing a coupon, see a booster club executive board member, send DM to booster club Facebook page/Instagram page, or send an email to the hornetboosterclub.sec@gmail.com.All proceeds support Aiken High student athletics. Thanks for your continued support.

ATTENTION VIDEO GAME CLUB MEMBERS!
We will meet after school from 3:35- 4:35 on Tuesdays.
We can also meet during homeroom this upcoming Tuesday!
We look forward to greeting new members!
Room C256, 3:35 p.m.- 4:35 p.m.
Ms. Amy Hight and Mr. Stephen Sanders
We will meet after school from 3:35- 4:35 on Tuesdays.
We can also meet during homeroom this upcoming Tuesday!
We look forward to greeting new members!
Room C256, 3:35 p.m.- 4:35 p.m.
Ms. Amy Hight and Mr. Stephen Sanders

Join the AHS PTSO (Parent Teacher Student Organization)! Use the QR code on the flyer or go to https://aikenhighacademicbooster.givebacks.com/shop

Registration for ACVA Virtual will run from July 30th- August 14. If you would like to take a course through virtual, please stop by guidance to receive a form.

Girls, you are invited to the Lady Hornets' Bible Study every Wednesday morning starting on July 30th. We meet in Mrs. Franklin's classroom (E-208) at 7:40 AM. Please come in through the FRONT OFFICE - or ask Mrs. Franklin to send you a pass if you ride a bus. Bring your Bible and Friends!! Breakfast is provided!!

Come donate blood at the HOSA Blood Drive on Thursday, August 7th from 8-3PM in the James A Taylor Gym. Help HOSA support the community! Students ages 16 and up can donate. Students under 18 need a parent permission form to donate. Forms can be picked up in Ms. Ghrist's room, the front office or at lunch. Community members can also stop by and donate.

