ATTENTION SENIORS - The Watson Brown Scholarship Deadline has been extended to 2/9/26. Get your applications in now! Visit - https://watson-brown.org/scholarship/
Need a new mattress? Know someone who does? The Aiken High School Band and Orchestra are selling all sizes & varieties of name-brand mattresses at affordable prices on Sunday, Feb. 22nd in the James A. Taylor Gym - from 10am-5pm!
School Faculty & Staff members, First Responders, Active Military, and Veterans all receive a 10% discount with the attached coupon (save it to your phone & show them the picture at checkout)!
If it's time to replace a mattress, get it one the 22nd and help support our Band and its students!
School Faculty & Staff members, First Responders, Active Military, and Veterans all receive a 10% discount with the attached coupon (save it to your phone & show them the picture at checkout)!
If it's time to replace a mattress, get it one the 22nd and help support our Band and its students!
Stop by room C253 to write a kind note to a friend or teacher in the school. You must know their first period class when filling out the note. The notes will be delivered first period on 2/13. Help our Next Generation Students Spread Kindness this month!
Next Generation students are collecting items for the Salvation Army for people experiencing homelessness. Donations should be brought to room C253 by February 27th.
Join us for Aiken High School’s Class of 2030 Information Night!
March 9th
5:00–6:00 PM
Aiken High School Auditorium
Learn about our academic programs, opportunities, and everything Aiken High School has to offer future students and families. We look forward to seeing you there.
#AikenHighSchool #ClassOf2030 #InformationNight #FutureHornets
March 9th
5:00–6:00 PM
Aiken High School Auditorium
Learn about our academic programs, opportunities, and everything Aiken High School has to offer future students and families. We look forward to seeing you there.
#AikenHighSchool #ClassOf2030 #InformationNight #FutureHornets
Congratulations to history teacher, Mr. Rich, on earning the Hard Working Hornet of the Week award! Mr. Rich goes above and beyond to engage his students every single day, making sure they don’t just memorize history—but truly understand it. His genuine concern for student learning shows in every lesson, discussion, and activity. Thank you, Mr. Rich!
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! 💛
🎓 Spring Virtual College Open Houses 🎓
Presented by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education
South Carolina sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to attend Spring Virtual College Open Houses and explore colleges across the state—all from home! Learn about campus life, academic programs, admissions, scholarships, and financial aid, and get your questions answered live by admissions staff.
📅 Featured Colleges & Dates
Winthrop University – 1/14
Newberry College – 1/21
Central Carolina Technical College – 1/29
Converse University – 2/4
University of South Carolina Aiken – 2/18
Benedict College – 2/25
Horry-Georgetown Technical College – 3/4
Clemson University – 3/31
Midlands Technical College – 4/16
⏰ Each session runs from 5:00–5:45 PM
📲 Register using the QR code on the flyer or learn more at che.sc.gov/sccango
📧 Questions? Email sccango@che.sc.gov
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your college options and plan your future!
Presented by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education
South Carolina sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to attend Spring Virtual College Open Houses and explore colleges across the state—all from home! Learn about campus life, academic programs, admissions, scholarships, and financial aid, and get your questions answered live by admissions staff.
📅 Featured Colleges & Dates
Winthrop University – 1/14
Newberry College – 1/21
Central Carolina Technical College – 1/29
Converse University – 2/4
University of South Carolina Aiken – 2/18
Benedict College – 2/25
Horry-Georgetown Technical College – 3/4
Clemson University – 3/31
Midlands Technical College – 4/16
⏰ Each session runs from 5:00–5:45 PM
📲 Register using the QR code on the flyer or learn more at che.sc.gov/sccango
📧 Questions? Email sccango@che.sc.gov
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your college options and plan your future!
The Giving Gown Returns This Saturday!
Prom season is right around the corner, and The Giving Gown is back to help students feel confident and prom-ready — at no cost.
📅 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 First Baptist Church of North Augusta
Students are invited to shop FREE:
Formal prom gowns
Shoes
Jewelry & accessories
✨ No registration required. Just show up during event hours and find the perfect look for prom night.
Location Details:
First Baptist Church of North Augusta
Entrance at 152 W. Spring Grove Avenue
(Located to the left of the Children’s Learning Entrance — look for the yard signs.)
The Giving Gown exists to make prom accessible, memorable, and joyful for every student in our community.
Please feel free to share this with your high school students and families!
Prom season is right around the corner, and The Giving Gown is back to help students feel confident and prom-ready — at no cost.
📅 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 First Baptist Church of North Augusta
Students are invited to shop FREE:
Formal prom gowns
Shoes
Jewelry & accessories
✨ No registration required. Just show up during event hours and find the perfect look for prom night.
Location Details:
First Baptist Church of North Augusta
Entrance at 152 W. Spring Grove Avenue
(Located to the left of the Children’s Learning Entrance — look for the yard signs.)
The Giving Gown exists to make prom accessible, memorable, and joyful for every student in our community.
Please feel free to share this with your high school students and families!
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! 💛
