Aiken High

Students - Do you want to make a difference in your community? Make your voice heard! Register to vote today! You must be 18 or turning 18 by June 9th in order to register. Come to the Media Center and bring your Social Security number and your Driver's License to register online., or you can register at home at SCVotes.gov. South Carolina primary voting is on June 9th, so if you want to take part in the primary voting, you must register by May 10th. Make a difference - Vote!

Nine of Mrs. Franklin’s Early Childhood Education students passed the Praxis Paraprofessional Exam. This allows them to get a job in a public school as a teacher’s assistant or other role directly interacting with students.
Congratulations to:
Emma Baggot Lyndin George
Phoebe Martin Carly Moreland
Nevaeh Robb Layla Rothrock
Cadence Rosser Kerrington Smith
Annie Stevens

🍩 Doughnuts for a cause!! 🍩 Aiken High School Dance Department is giving you the best reason to indulge in a dozen (or two) Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Until May 8, 2026, 50% of your order will be donated back to Aiken High School Dance Department when you purchase via our fundraising sales page! Simply buy online, visit your local store & redeem using your code. Treat yourself or even gift them to friends and family here: grouprai.se/krispykreme74201s #krispykreme #doughnuts #groupraise #digitaldozen #aikenhighschoolhornettesdanceteam #donuts #fundraiser

Aiken High School’s Educators Rising would like to invite you and your children to enjoy “A Royal Family Ball - Under the Sea” in the Aiken High School cafeteria on Friday, May 8th, from 6:00-8:30 PM. This event is for families with young children to experience a “prom-like” event, where they get to dress up in fancy clothes, dance to fun music, eat delicious snacks, make crafts, play games, enjoy other activities, and take pictures of the memories!

Tickets are available on GoFan.com. See the link and QR Code in the picture. Costs are $5.00 for each child ages 3-years-old to 12-years-old (children 2 + under are free). All children must be accompanied by an adult family member (18-years-old and up). Costs for adult tickets are $10.00.

If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Christa Franklin (cfranklin2@acpsd.net), the Educators Rising adviser and Early Childhood Education Instructor.

Summer’s almost here! Make sure you turn back in your library books! All library books are due back by May 12th. Seniors - if books are not returned, you will need to replace them, so start looking for those books now!

Congratulations—you made it! Come celebrate all that you have accomplished.
Seniors are invited to participate in the Completer Ceremony at USCA on May 27th at 5:00 PM.
Student arrival: 4:00 PM for lineup.
Please sign up using the QR code given to you or see your Ms. Dorman.

Testing season is here! Remember that unauthorized devices like phones, watches, smart glasses, etc. can invalidate your test and lead to legal action. Don't ruin a year's worth of hard work with a simple mistake!

To get the best score, get a good night's rest, eat a healthy breakfast, come prepared and try your best!

Come to the AHS All Sports Booster Club meeting on Thursday, May 7th at 6PM in the Media Center. We will be holding Booster Club Elections.

Come to the AHS All Sports Booster Club meeting on Thursday, May 7th at 6PM in the Media Center. We will be holding Booster Club Elections.

Aiken High School Volleyball Camp

Join us July 6th–July 8th for two days of training and a camp-wide tournament. Beginner and advanced players are welcome.
Boys and girls ages 8 and up
Cost: $100
Camp Highlights:
• Low player-to-coach ratio
• Players grouped by experience and skill level for individualized instruction
• State-of-the-art facilities and camp t-shirt included
• Training on the sand volleyball courts
• A fun and competitive environment to grow your love and skills for the game
Scan the QR codes on the flyer to register and submit payment.
For more information, visit aikenhighvolleyballyouthcamp.com or email kyarbrough@acpsd.net

Students - Do you want to make a difference in your community? Make your voice heard! Register to vote today! You must be 18 or turning 18 by June 9th in order to register. Come to the Media Center and bring your Social Security number and your Driver's License to register online., or you can register at home at SCVotes.gov. South Carolina primary voting is on June 9th, so if you want to take part in the primary voting, you must register by May 10th. Make a difference - Vote!

Seniors will return laptops on May 20, from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, in the gymnasium lobby.

Seniors: Please turn in any devices with damage before Senior checkout on May 20, so that there are not any unexpected fees on your PowerSchool account. If you don't have a charger, come to Rm. C112 for one. A $25 fee will be assessed. If you are done with testing and want to turn in a laptop before May 20th, please bring it to Rm. C112 or to the Media Center.

When turning in your laptop:
Remove usb dongles.
Remove all marker/pencil markings ($10 fee is applicable)
Remove all stickers, personal pictures ($10 fee is applicable for stickers left on laptop)
Clean screen with a microfiber cloth
Wipe any dirt off keyboards with a damp cloth
Bring power adapters ($25 fee if student doesn't have it)
No charge for covers as wear and tear is inevitable from taking in and out of bookbags.

If you have questions, please see Ms. Scott in room C112 or the Media Specialists in the library.

All students will gather in the James A. Taylor Gym on Wednesday, May 6th during extended AM homeroom for the Student Life Assembly. We will be announcing the result of the SGA Election, holding the last Senior Walk and reveal our Yearbook Theme and Dedication. Don’t miss it!

Seniors - on Wednesday, May 6th, you will be doing a final walk in at Aiken High School during the Student Life Assembly. You will be called into the Aux Gym prior to the assembly. Please bring your cap and gown to wear.

Aiken High School’s Educators Rising would like to invite you and your children to enjoy “A Royal Family Ball - Under the Sea” in the Aiken High School cafeteria on Friday, May 8th, from 6:00-8:30 PM. This event is for families with young children to experience a “prom-like” event, where they get to dress up in fancy clothes, dance to fun music, eat delicious snacks, make crafts, play games, enjoy other activities, and take pictures of the memories!

Tickets are available on GoFan.com. See the link and QR Code in the picture. Costs are $5.00 for each child ages 3-years-old to 12-years-old (children 2 + under are free). All children must be accompanied by an adult family member (18-years-old and up). Costs for adult tickets are $10.00.

If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Christa Franklin (cfranklin2@acpsd.net), the Educators Rising adviser and Early Childhood Education Instructor.

The Yearbooks are coming! Yearbook Distribution Day will be May 13th. Students will get one hour per grade level during their allotted block to pick up yearbooks, sign yearbooks, and connect with each other. The schedule is:

1st Block - Seniors (8:30am-9:30am)
2nd Block - Juniors (10:10am-11:10am)
3rd Block - Sophomores (11:45am-12:45pm then all sophomores attend 3rd lunch)
4th Block - Freshmen (2:00pm-3:00pm)
3:00-3:30 - anyone who did not get a yearbook (career center, late arrival, etc.)

You must have your driver's license or student ID to pick up your yearbook. Any Late Arrival, Early Dismissal or Career Center students with conflicts need to email Ms. Long at rbrock2@acpsd.net. There are a few copies remaining for sale! Scan the QR code for details.

Congratulations—you made it! Come celebrate all that you have accomplished.
Seniors are invited to participate in the Completer Ceremony at USCA on May 27th at 5:00 PM.
Student arrival: 4:00 PM for lineup.
Please sign up using the QR code given to you or see your Ms. Dorman.

Seniors - on Wednesday, May 6th, you will be doing a final walk in at Aiken High School during the Student Life Assembly. You will be called into the Aux Gym prior to the assembly. Please bring your cap and gown to wear.