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!
4 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
Eleven students who achieved fourth-grade readiness were celebrated on Friday, September 26, with a Readers Glow and Grow Celebration. Read about these students' incredible dedication, persistence, and achievement , as well as the fun-filled celebration held in their honor in "The Latest News."
16 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
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!
23 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
FALL INTERSESSION CODING CAMP | GRADES 3-5
During Fall Intersession, the week of September 29–October 2, a limited number of spots are available for this year’s Coding Camp for students in grades 3–5.
Coding Camp will be held at Mossy Creek Elementary School, Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Students will get a fun, hands-on introduction to coding and problem-solving through activities such as Sphero robots, drones, 3D printing, Makey-Makey, and more.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10, at 4 p.m. for ACPSD elementary students in grades 3-5 and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to space limitations, only the first 100 students to apply will be accepted. Once the application window opens, parents/guardians can apply by scanning the QR Code or completing the Coding Camp Registration form.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day of camp; however, families are responsible for transportation to Mossy Creek Elementary.
For questions, contact Erica Millwood, Teaching and Learning Coordinator, at emillwood@acpsd.net.
about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools
HAPPY BOOK FAIR WEEK
📚✨ Our School Book Fair is here! ✨📚
Join us September 8th–12th for a week full of books, fun, and discovery.
➡️ Add money to your child’s eWallet for easy shopping.
➡️ Volunteer to help make this event a success — we’d love your support!
Visit our book fair homepage to add money to an eWallet: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/byrdelementaryschool
Wednesday Shoppers:
about 2 months ago, Byrd Elementary School
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
about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools
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 .
about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, is a scheduled Early Dismissal Day for students.
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.
2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, is a scheduled Early Dismissal Day for students.
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.
2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
🚗 Important Dismissal Update for Byrd Families🚗
Starting Monday, August 4, Byrd Elementary will begin enforcing our mandatory car tag policy during afternoon pickup.
✅ What You Need to Know:
All vehicles must display an official Byrd Elementary car tag on the dashboard or rearview mirror.
Students will NOT be loaded into cars without a visible tag.
If you do not have a car tag, please contact your child’s teacher this week to get one.
❗️No Tag? Here's What Happens:
Parents/guardians without a tag will be redirected to the front office. You’ll need to show ID, and your child will be released after car line has ended.
Help us keep dismissal safe and efficient, get your car tag this week and be ready for Monday! 🦅
3 months ago, Byrd Elementary
This summer, Aiken County’s most talented young artists immersed themselves in the acGATEWAY experience, which is an intensive, high-level arts program designed to challenge and inspire! From vibrant visual art displays to moving theatrical performances, students demonstrated what passion, focus, and creativity can achieve in just a few short weeks! Want to see what makes acGATEWAY so special? Watch our behind-the-scenes student videos and discover why this program has been a beloved part of Aiken County since 1992 and keep an eye out for 2026 acGATEWAY audition information for our summer 2026 opportunity. #acGATEWAY #AikenArts #GiftedAndTalented #ArtsEducation #StudentShowcase #VisualAndPerformingArts #ACPSD
https://www.acpsd.net/page/gateway3 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Parents and Guardians now is the time to schedule a well-visit or vaccine appointment with your child’s healthcare provider to avoid the back-to-school rush before the 2025-26 school year begins on July 21! The SC Department of Public Health is also offering a vaccine clinic for students in grades 5K–12 on July 8 from 9–11:30 a.m. and 1–3:30 p.m. at the Aiken County Health Department (222 Beaufort Street NE, Aiken). Call (803) 642-7543 to make an appointment and bring vaccination and insurance records; a parent or guardian must accompany children under 16. No-cost vaccines may be available, though administration fees may apply. Don’t forget to submit your child’s updated SC Immunization Certificate to their school and note that all rising 7th graders must have a Tdap booster given at age 10 or older. Contact your child’s healthcare provider or school nurse with any questions and visit acpsd.net/page/nursing-services for more information.
4 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Aiken County Public School District’s full-time virtual program, Aiken iNNOVATE, is now accepting applications for the 2025–2026 school year. If you or your student are currently in 5th grade or higher and interested in a flexible, innovative learning environment, now is the time to apply. Aiken iNNOVATE offers a 100% virtual experience with certified ACPSD teachers and curriculum, providing students in grades 6–12 the opportunity to learn from anywhere while staying connected to their school community. To apply, visit
www.acpsd.net/ai. If you have any questions, feel free to email
Ai@acpsd.net. Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge of your education through Aiken iNNOVATE. Spots are limited.
5 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
The Seamless Summer Meal Program returns for Summer 2025! The ACPSD Child Nutrition Program will be offering nutritious meals at no cost for children aged 18 and under, as well as for individuals with disabilities up to age 21. Meals will be served Monday through Thursday from June 2 to June 26, 2025.
See flyer for more details!
5 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
The 2024-2025 Byrd Elementary yearbooks have arrived. There are a very limited number of extra yearbooks still available. Students can still purchase by sending $25 cash or check to school on a first come, first serve basis as long as supplies last. Ordering online will continue to be available and any orders made online will now be shipped directly to student's home.
5 months ago, Byrd Elementary School
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at Tailgate Tavern for Children’s Place’s 30th Annual Celebrity Waiter Night. Your generous tips—and incredible spirit—helped support a meaningful cause and made the evening one to remember. 🎉💛
We’re especially proud of The Brainy Bunch—our STARS of Public Education—who traded classrooms and offices for aprons to serve as this year’s Celebrity Waiters:
🍽️ Christie Palladino, District Teacher of the Year (Aiken County Career and Technology Center)
🍽️ Theresa Reeves, First Year Teacher of the Year (Byrd Elementary)
🍽️ Rashad Roland, Professional Staff Member of the Year (Transportation)
🍽️ Ni’Jae Jerry, GEM of the Year (Busbee Elementary)
🍽️ Micki Dove, District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member (Instruction)
Thanks for showing up and tipping big for a great cause! All tips and raffle ticket sales go directly to supporting the vital work of Children’s Place. #CelebrityWaiterNight #STARSofPublicEducation #STARSACPSD #TeamACPSD #ACPSDgivesback
5 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Join The Brainy Bunch, comprised of our District’s STARS of Public Education, for dinner tonight at Tailgate Tavern during Children’s Place’s 30th Annual Celebrity Waiter Night. Serving as Celebrity Waiters are our District’s Teacher of the Year Christie Palladino (Aiken County Career and Technology Center), First Year Teacher of the Year Theresa Reeves (Byrd Elementary), Professional Staff Member of the Year Rashad Roland (Transportation), GEM (Classified Staff Member) of the Year Ni’Jae Jerry (Busbee Elementary), and District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member Micki Dove (Instruction). Reservations and generous tips (with 100% of tips going to Children’s Place) are encouraged: (803) 226-0909.
5 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
📅 Registration Event – Don’t Wait!
Ready to lock in your student’s spot at Byrd Elementary for the upcoming school year? Beat the rush and join us for our Registration Event on May 28 and 29 from 11am to 3pm. Our friendly office staff will be on hand to guide you through the process and answer any questions.
✅ What to Bring:
Two different proofs of residence
Photo ID
🗓️ When: May 28 and 29, 11am – 3pm
📍 Where: Byrd Elementary
We can’t wait to see you there!
5 months ago, Byrd Elementary
Aiken High School’s Educators Rising would like to invite you and your children to enjoy “A Royal Family Ball” in the Aiken High School cafeteria. 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 crowns, decorate “chalices,” enjoy other activities, and take pictures of the memories!
Tickets are available on GoFan.com see the link below 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.
bit.ly/royal-family-ball
6 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools
🥪💪🍎 Happy National School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎💪🥪
Today, we’re giving a HUGE shoutout to the incredible food service team at Byrd Elementary — the true heroes behind the scenes who keep our students fueled, smiling, and ready to learn every single day! 💚
Whether they’re serving up hot meals, offering a kind word, or going the extra mile to make our cafeteria feel like a second home, their impact is felt in every tray they serve.
Thank you for your hard work, your heart, and your dedication to our school family. You are appreciated more than you know! 💫
Let’s hear it for our Lunch Heroes — drop a ❤️ in the comments to show your love!
#LunchHeroDay #ByrdElementary #ThankYou #FuelingFutureLeaders #SchoolLunchHeroes
6 months ago, Byrd Elementary
