PURPLE UP FOR MILITARY FAMILIES | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14
ACPSD encourages all students, staff, and families to wear PURPLE on Friday, November 14 as we celebrate the Month of the Military Family!
This special day is our way of showing appreciation and support for the incredible military families who sacrifice and serve alongside their loved ones.
THANK YOU to our military families for your dedication, resilience, and service to our nation.
Join us in honoring our heroes—both at home and abroad—by wearing purple with pride!
Throughout November, schools across the district are recognizing Veterans Day and the Month of the Military Family with special celebrations and activities to honor the veterans and active-duty heroes in our community and across the country.
Let’s turn our schools PURPLE Friday, November 14!
To ensure the safety and security of all attendees, Aiken County Public Schools will not permit masks, face paint, or any full-face coverings at football games on Friday, October 31.
Additionally, all middle school students and younger must be accompanied by an adult for entry and throughout the event.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to maintain a safe, positive, and family-friendly environment. Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and showing your school spirit responsibly.
Join us for Community Night at ACCTC
Tuesday, October 28 | 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Aiken County Career & Technology Center
2455 Jefferson Davis Highway, Warrenville, SC
We’re excited to welcome current students, future students, families, and community members for an evening of connection, fun, and exploration.
Don’t miss our SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT at 5:00 PM.
Highlights include:
Food trucks
Door prizes
Industry partners
Activities for all ages
For more information, visit www.acpsd.net/acctc or call (803) 593-7300.
Mark your calendar and join us!
We invite you to sign up for our upcoming October 20th Parent-Teacher Conferences. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, ask questions, and strengthen the home-school connection.
Please use the links below to schedule a meeting with your child’s camp at a time that works best for you:
Camp Adventure (Caniglia, Knox, Sanborn, Smith)
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/4090848ACAF29A5FE3-59546488-signup
Camp Endeavor (Baker, Christopher, Davis, Landaverde)
Davis -Room 107 Last name A-E https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0B4AAAAD2BA2FA7-59551835-davis#/
Landaverde-Room 116 Last name F-K https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0B4AAAAD2BA2FA7-59551197-landaverde#/
Christopher –Room 118 Last Name L-Q https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0B4AAAAD2BA2FA7-59551837-christopher#/
Baker- Room 120 Last Name R-Z https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0B4AAAAD2BA2FA7-59551890-baker#/
Camp Odyssey (Folk, Corley, Mulima, Steiner)
ELA and Social Studies- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA8AC22AAF5C43-59576156-meeting
Math and Science- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA9A82EA1FDC25-52324831-parent
Camp Quest (Bennett, Ergle, Hargrave, Mance)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084EABAA2DA3FD0-59551615-2025
Quest Infinity (Goss, Damiles, Oliveros)
Mrs. Goss- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA4A729A7F9C70-59665438-parentteacher
Ms. Oliveros- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A49AAAE28AAFEC16-59639268-teacherparent
Ms. Damiles- Drop in during the hours of 11:00 am- 12:00 pm; 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm
Exploratory Classes
Drop in during the hours of 11:00 am- 12:00 pm; 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm
If you have any questions or need assistance with scheduling, feel free to contact the school office. Thank you for your continued support.
Community Night at ACCTC – Tuesday, October 28 | 4–7 PM
You're invited! Join us for Community Night at the Aiken County Career & Technology Center on Tuesday, October 28 from 4–7 PM.
Discover the exciting opportunities in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and learn more about the programs offered at the Career Center. Students will be showcasing their skills and projects, giving you a firsthand look at what they’re learning and creating.
This family-friendly event is open to everyone including current and future students, families, and community members!
What to expect:
✔️ Live student demonstrations
✔️ Food trucks
✔️ Door prizes
✔️ Hands-on activities
✔️ Local industry partners on site
Location: 2455 Jefferson Davis Highway, Warrenville, SC
More info: www.acpsd.net/acctc
Phone: (803) 593-7300
Don't miss this evening of learning, fun, and community connection!
FALL INTERSESSION LEGO WARS CAMP | GRADES 6-8
During Fall Intersession, the week of September 29-October 2, a limited number of spots are available for this year’s Fine Arts Camp, Lego Wars, for students in grades 6-8.
Lego Wars will be held at Highland Springs Middle School Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Students will dive into creativity, the engineering design process, and project design while developing architectural skills to build strong LEGO® structures. This year’s session includes a new team challenge that will push students to think more creatively, collaborate effectively, and apply their engineering skills in exciting new ways.
Registration opens Monday, September 8, at 6 p.m. for ACPSD middle school students and is offered on a first come-first served basis. Please note that due to space limitations, only the first 50 ACPSD students to apply will be accepted. Once the application window opens, parents/guardians can apply by scanning the QR Code or completing the Lego Wars Form.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day of camp, however students’ families will be responsible for their own transportation to Highland Springs Middle.
Please contact Dr. Kimberly Fontanez, District Fine Arts Coordinator, at kfontanez@acpsd.net with any questions.
HAPPY LABOR DAY
All Aiken County Public School District schools, buildings, and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing Labor Day weekend! We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
#ACPSDcelebrates #LaborDay
Do you need help with Rooms and Messaging? We have made a FAQ page just for you! Whether you're having trouble signing in, seeing your students’ classes, wondering why you are receiving a SMS notification, or updating your contact info, we've got you covered.
🔗 Visit now: Rooms FAQs for Guardians | District
📲 Stay connected with your child’s school easily, quickly, and all in one place with our new messaging experience! This two-way communication tool has been updated to make it easier than ever to stay connected and informed. Learn more about our new messaging service on the Rooms FAQs for Guardians | District .
On Early Dismissal Days, elementary school students are dismissed at 11:30 a.m., middle school students at 12:10 p.m., and high school students at 12:30 p.m.
Early dismissal times are slightly different for Aiken Scholars Academy (ASA), as well as our schools in the Ridge Spring area. ASA early dismissal will be at noon, Ridge Spring-Monetta (RSM) Elementary is at 11:55 a.m., RSM Middle at 12:15 p.m. and RSM High at 12:20 p .m. The ASPIRE Evening Program will not be held tomorrow.
These Early Dismissal Days are part of the 2025-26 Aiken County Public School District Calendar and are necessary to support state-wide required teacher training. Please make any necessary arrangements for your child's early dismissal. Elementary school student after school care through Quest Zone is available.
On Early Dismissal Days, elementary school students are dismissed at 11:30 a.m., middle school students at 12:10 p.m., and high school students at 12:30 p.m.
Early dismissal times are slightly different for Aiken Scholars Academy (ASA), as well as our schools in the Ridge Spring area. ASA early dismissal will be at noon, Ridge Spring-Monetta (RSM) Elementary is at 11:55 a.m., RSM Middle at 12:15 p.m. and RSM High at 12:20 p .m. The ASPIRE Evening Program will not be held tomorrow.
These Early Dismissal Days are part of the 2025-26 Aiken County Public School District Calendar and are necessary to support state-wide required teacher training. Please make any necessary arrangements for your child's early dismissal. Elementary school student after school care through Quest Zone is available.
The Book Fair is just days away! The Fair encourages students to read AND raises much-needed funds for our school. The easiest way for kids to shop the Fair is by creating and funding your child's eWallet. No more worrying about cash, and their balances show right on our register. Visit our school homepage to get started: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/aikenintermediateschool1
Join us on Friday, August 29th 8:30 am- 9:45 am... for our first session Coffee with Admin & Counselors! Enjoy a breakfast pastry and a cup of coffee as families learn how middle school is truly a different world! Click below to reserve a slot. Space will be limited.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4BA4AC2DA6F94-50442953-coffee
Fall Open House is scheduled for Thursday, August 14th 6:00 PM- 7:30 PM.
5:30 PM- 6:00 PM Volunteer Training
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM Shop at the Book Fair
6:00 PM- 7:30 PM Title I Information Presentation
6:15 PM Camp Information Session 1
6:45 PM Camp Information Session 2
7:15 PM Camp Information Session 3
Kona Ice will be there!
Say cheese! Fall picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
