If you know of a great military child, consider nominating them for Military Child of the Year! Nominations must be made by December 2nd, 2024. For more information, visit https://operationhomefront.org/military-child-of-the-year/ or click on the QR code.
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IF THE ONE CENT SALES TAX IS VOTER-APPROVED FOR A RENEWAL, A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WILL BE BUILT IN AREA THREE.
Space for elementary school students in Area Three, the fastest-growing area of our county, is limited. Many students in Midland Valley and Graniteville schools are already in portable classrooms.
To accommodate this growth, a new elementary school in Area Three is among the list of projects that a 2024 One Cent Sales Tax renewal would support.
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
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CONTINGENCY PROJECTS WILL ALSO APPEAR ON THE BALLOT AND INCLUDE ROOFING, SECURITY VESTIBULES AND DOOR LOCK UPGRADES AT SCHOOLS ACROSS THE DISTRICT, CLASSROOM ADDITIONS AT BYRD AND GLOVERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, AND REPLACEMENT OF GREENDALE ELEMENTARY.
In addition to the five primary projects voters will see on their ballot, several contingency projects are also listed that will be undertaken once primary projects are completed (or if all funding necessary for completion of the primary projects has been provided) and if additional tax revenue is available. Sales Tax funding is limited to the projects specified on the ballot and approved by voters. 2024 contingencies represent additional projects that are high priority
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
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NORTH AUGUSTA MIDDLE (NAMS), CONSTRUCTED IN 1954, IS THE OLDEST SCHOOL AMONG THE LIST OF PROJECTS THAT A 2024 RENEWAL OF THE ONE CENT SALES WOULD BENEFIT.
Window air conditioning and heating units and metal-lined walls make indoor temperature control of this 1950s-era school (built without central heating and air) a challenge. At NAMS, the roof is leaking, doors are no longer fully shutting, and walkways and entrances to areas of the school built below grade flood on rainy days..
Part of the school was renovated previously and includes the cafeteria, science and music wing. If approved by voters, the recently updated areas are all that would remain. The original 1954 structure would be demolished, and a new, secure entryway, admin and classroom wing, media center, and gymnasium would be constructed.
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
Join AHS AAPI Club on November 7th at 3:30 PM in Room B-204 as we celebrate and learn about Diwali! Learn about the Festival of Lights, paint your own diyas and have fun! Everyone’s welcome! 🪔🎇
Book Lovers - it's that time of month! We're having our monthly Book Club meeting on Wednesday, November 6th during Homeroom in the Media Center. All are welcome to join! Just bring a book you're thankful for and come ready to discuss! Sign up in advance at the link or use the QR code on the flyer. We'll see you there!
https://forms.office.com/r/5TxCMQGsKg
Aiken High School's Educators Rising is sponsoring "Parents' Night Out" on Friday, November 22nd, from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Aiken High School. The picture(s)/flyer(s) have clickable and scannable QR codes that can be used to register and pay. This night of food and fun is designed for 3-12-year-olds (must be potty-trained). Educators Rising members, along with Mrs. Franklin, will provide childcare and supper for children while parents can have a fun night out. IF you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Franklin (cfranklin2@acpsd.net). Please register for this night ASAP, so we can make sure to have plenty of food and materials for the children. **When paying, please put "Parents Night Out + your child's name" in the "Notes" section!!** Please share this information with any one you know who might be interested.
Who will be crowned next? Please join Mrs. Yarbrough and Mrs. Long for the first 2025 Miss Aiken High School interest meeting during Homeroom Wednesday, November 6th. If you are unable to make the meeting, please email kyarbrough@acpsd.net for more information.
Remember to dress in all black for Rivalry Spirit Week on Friday, November 1st!
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FIVE OF EIGHT OF THE COUNTY’S HIGH SCHOOLS HAVE BEEN RECENTLY UPDATED OR REBUILT, A SALES TAX RENEWAL IN 2024 WOULD ADDRESS THE REMAINING THREE.
South Aiken High, Silver Bluff High, and Midland Valley High were each built in 1980. At the time of the One Cent Sales Tax in 2014, they were referred to as the district’s “new” high schools.
Improvements at those campuses, if approved by voters, include secure, welcoming entrances, updated athletic facilities, purpose-built classrooms for culinary arts and other CTE courses, and more.
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
Remember to represent Disney or Nickelodeon for Rivalry Spirit Week on Thursday, October 31st!
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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL HOST A LIVE INFORMATIONAL MEETING ABOUT THE SALES TAX ON OCTOBER 29 AT 6PM.
ACPSD has engaged in an effort to educate the community about the One Cent Sales Tax, and has shared information in a series of meetings held throughout the county over several months.
A virtual meeting will be held this evening, Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 6PM.
Join at www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
It's Teachers VS. Students for Rivalry Spirit Week on Wednesday, October 30th!
Attention all visual and performing artists! The application for the 2025 acGATEWAY Summer Arts program will go live on the Gateway webpage of the district website on Monday, November 11th.
Submit your virtual application via the link below by Tuesday, December 10th if you are interested in studying visual art, dance, theater, vocal music, instrumental music, or creative writing as part of this intensive arts opportunity.
https://www.acpsd.net/o/district/page/summer-acagateway-program
See Ms. MacGregor in room E110 or email her at mmacgregor@acpsd.net with any questions
Ms. Key will host DECA Information Sessions on Thursday mornings at 7:45 A.M. in honor of November, DECA Month. Students may join her in room B-220 to find out more about Aiken High School DECA.
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SC PUBLIC SCHOOLS GET NO FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE
Upkeep, maintenance, and construction of schools is considered a “local responsibility” in South Carolina. School Facilities are funded locally through voter support of sales taxes and bond referendums.
We will be sharing information and facts about the One Cent Sales Tax as we lead up to Election Day on Tuesday, November 5. For more information, please visit our website at www.acpsd/OneCent.
Please make plans to join us at 6 p.m., Monday or Tuesday night this week for an informational meeting. Tonight’s meeting, Monday, October 28, will be at Midland Valley High School, and tomorrow, Tuesday, October 29, you can join us virtually as we’ll live stream an informational meeting from our District office to our website where viewers can join online from the comfort of their own home.
Remember to dress as a Super Hero or Villain for Rivalry Spirit Week on Tuesday, October 29th!
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THE SALES TAX IS A 10-YEAR TAX AND DOESN’T AUTOMATICALLY RENEW.
Aiken County voters will have an opportunity to consider a renewal of the 2014 One Cent Sales Tax on Election Day. If renewed, the One Cent Sales Tax will extend for an additional 10 years and benefit school facility projects listed on the 2024 ballot. If not renewed, the 2014 One Cent Sales Tax will sunset (expire).
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
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BEFORE THE 2014 SALES TAX SUCCESS, IT HAD BEEN 38 YEARS SINCE A SCHOOL REFERENDUM PASSED.
Prior to 2014, 1976 was the year of the last successful referendum benefitting the county's public schools. Without funds available, school maintenance needs were deferred over decades.
For more Penny Tax Facts, visit www.acpsd.net/OneCent.
Remember to dress as a BBQ Dad or Soccer Mom for Rivalry Spirit Week on Monday, October 28th!
