Hornet of the Month - Congratulations to these 9 students who were chosen by their teachers for exhibiting the Cambridge attribute of Determination! Our Hornets of the Month for September are: Joanna Brown, Olivia Chavis, Paul Coleman, Trinity Cuthbertson, Derihanna Dunbar, Christopher Franklin, Alex Hammel, Brandon Parks and Emersen Sherrod. Way to go, Hornets!
Hornets, get your outfits ready for our Rivalry Spirit Week!
Yearbook Pictures are ready! You can review and order your pictures by going to the QR Code on the flyer or to www.jostenspix.com and entering the code: FE197124.
If you missed the last Saturday intercession and need recovery credits, the next Fall intercession session will be Saturday, October 26th during regular school hours. Please sign up at the link below. See Mr. Snipes for more information.
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Please join us for our 1st annual Alumni Career Day on November 26, 2024. Register now using the QR code or link on the flyer.
REMINDER: The AICE English Language AS exam will be on Monday, October 21 and Wednesday, October 23. All exams will begin at 11:45AM and take place in room E204. The exam will take place on Monday the 21st, even though it is Parent-Teacher Conference Day.
Congratulations to Ms. Lafayette for being awarded Golden Hornet of the Month! Ms. Lafayette teaches Business Education and sponsors our FBLA club. She is dedicated to helping her students succeed and passionate about her work. She makes sure each child feels valued and empowers them to do their best! Well deserved, Ms. Lafayette!
Come and join the AAPI Club on October 24th at 7:45 AM in room B-204 as we get ready for Halloween. We'll be learning about what Asian cultures celebrate during this spooky season and make crafts, eat candy, and have fun!
SENIORS CHECK YOUR EMAIL- Senior Quotes are due by October 31st. Teacher Superlative Voting closes Nov. 1st. Baby Ad Prices increase beginning Nov. 1st.
APPLY NOW! 2025-2026 Yearbook Staff applications are now available. You must fill out an application AND sign up for an interview time to be considered. Applications are due by Nov. 1st. Email Mrs. Yarbrough with any questions.
Due to an unforeseen park closure on Friday, the senior fishing trip is moved to October 25th at a new location. The location stocks their ponds and has numerous fishing spots available. It is private property, so you will not need a fishing licenses.
The cost to fish at the property is $15. The address is 719 Redds Branch Rd, Aiken, SC 29801.
We will leave from the school at 7:30 and return after lunch around 1:00pm. Bring snacks, lunch, and drinks with you. There will be some extra poles and bait available. However, feel free to bring your own equipment and items. Family members and parents are invited to participate. If you are driving to the location, please let Dr. Hostetler know.
Forms need to be submitted by October 22nd to participate. If you would like a refund, please see Dr. Hostetler in room C253.
If you were unable to take the PSAT due to technology issues, please email Mr. Snipes at jsnipes@acpsd.net, or see him at lunch for the makeup dates and times.
Hornets Helping Hornets after school tutorial will start tomorrow, 10/16 at 3:41 PM in room B115. National Honor Society as well as faculty members will be ready to assist you in ALL subjects. All that's needed is you, the materials needed to work on and we will do the rest to help you! JOIN US every Wednesday!
Buy your Yearbook on Jostens.com today! Prices could increase after Dec. 1st.
Congratulations to our Golden Hornet of the Month, Mrs. Bryan! Mrs. Bryan is our Bookkeeper, who works tirelessly to keep our school running smoothly! She does a wonderful job for all our staff and teachers, and always with a smile! We love you, Mrs. Bryan!
The Homecoming Dance has been rescheduled for November 8th from 7-10 PM in the James A. Taylor Gym. Tickets are $15 and will be sold November 6th-8th during all 3 lunches. If you previously purchased a dance ticket, it is good for the new date and you will not have to repurchase tickets.
Attention Hornets: The Taylor Swift Club is running the annual "It's Spooky to Be Hungry" canned food drive this year. Students can turn their canned goods into Mrs. Gibson's room (C223) or Mrs. Long's room (C259). When you turn in your canned food, tell Long or Gibson your first period teacher. The first period with the most cans by October 31st will win a prize!
Our Fall Intercession has been rescheduled for the following Saturdays:
October 19th
October 26th
November 9th
November 16th
Sessions will be 6 hours each. If you need recovery credits, please sign up via the link below by Friday, October 18th.
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The One Cent Sales Tax Community Meeting in the North Augusta area is being held tomorrow night, Tuesday, October 15, at 6 p.m. We hope to see you tomorrow night at North Augusta Middle School to learn more about the facility improvements that voters will consider in November.
Welcome back Hornet Family. We know this was not the Fall break that we all planned . We hope you all are well and we can't wait to see you. We will be sending out new intersession information this week, You will also still get your call and weekly newsletter on Monday, ACPSD will operate on a 2-hour delay Mon., Oct. 14, & Tues., Oct. 15. Breakfast & Lunch will be served.
Career Center students:
Monday: Morning session students should report to their high schools; the afternoon session will continue as planned. Career Center on Tuesday: Morning session students will attend the afternoon session; afternoon students will stay at their high schools.
