Welcome to Week One of the Aiken iNNOVATE Program!
**Scroll to the bottom of this News Update for a Welcome Video from Mr. Fowler
Although our virtual live sessions are postponed until Week Two (starting July 28th), there are several important steps students and parents should take this week to prepare for a successful start.
📱 Essential Apps to Download
To stay informed and connected, we recommend downloading the following three apps:
PowerSchool Portal App (Required)
This app allows you to track your student’s grades in real time. Aiken iNNOVATE teachers regularly update grades here, and having the app on your phone means you’ll receive instant notifications when grades are posted or changed—an essential tool for staying on top of academic progress.
ACPSD App (Required)
This app serves as both an information hub and a communication tool. It enables two-way messaging between parents, students, and teachers. Students who download the app will also receive updates via the live feed and news notifications, keeping everyone informed about program developments. This will be our primary method of sharing updates with parents, in addition to email.
Schoology App (Highly Recommended)
While optional, we strongly encourage parents to download the Schoology app. It provides access to course materials, assignment details, grades, and teacher feedback—helping you support your student more effectively.
If you need help downloading or setting up any of these apps, please contact us at AI@acpsd.net and we’ll assist you.
🗓️ Schedule Updates
High school schedules are still being finalized. Our counselor is working diligently to manage these changes. If you need to request a schedule change, visit our homepage at www.acpsd.net and use the Schedule Request Form. The plan is to have this up and ready as soon as possible.
💻 Laptop Distribution
Laptop pickup occurred last Thursday and Friday. Laptops can only be distributed when Aiken County technicians are on campus. The next scheduled pickup opportunity is Friday afternoon from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Any student who has not yet received a district-issued laptop must pick one up at that time.
📧 Teacher Communication
Teachers may reach out this week with helpful information to prepare for our first week of live sessions. If you have questions, feel free to email your student’s teacher. Email addresses can be found in our Staff Directory on the website.
✅ This Week’s Focus: Preparation
Our goal is for every student to understand what’s expected of them before live sessions begin on July 28th. If you have any questions or need support, please reach out to us at AI@acpsd.net. We’re here to help you get started strong!