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!
Our school is hosting a Book Fair, and we need volunteers to help make it a success.
When: October 20th-24th
Volunteer Tasks May Include:
• Helping students pick books
• Managing checkout
• Organizing displays
• Restocking books
• General assistance
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Your support makes a difference. Thank you!
💗 Pink Out Friday! 💗
Don’t forget to wear PINK this Friday, October 17th, to show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness. Let’s paint the school pink and stand together for hope, strength, and courage!
🎉 October is Full of Fun and Exciting Events at CES! 🎉
Let’s celebrate our CES Bully-Free Zone by dressing up and showing our school spirit October 21–24!
Join us as we stand together for kindness, respect, and friendship all week long! 💙✨
Then, from October 27–30, we’ll continue the fun with Red Ribbon Week!
Let’s make healthy choices and show that we’re proud to be drug-free! ❤️
📚 Book Fair Time!
Don’t forget to check your student’s class schedule to see when they’ll be shopping at the Book Fair.
If you’d like to shop together, join us for Special Family Shopping Day on October 20th, during Parent/Teacher Conference Day.
You can also set up an e-Wallet or shop online here:
👉 Scholastic Book Fair – Clearwater Elementary School
🥫 It’s Spooky to Be Hungry® Food Drive
Let’s tackle hunger by collecting canned goods now through October 30, 2025!
Show your team spirit by dropping cans into the barrel of your favorite team.
Each item you bring earns you Cub Cash!
👻 Monster Math Day – October 30
We’re still in need of bags of individually wrapped candy for this fun event.
Please mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on all the excitement!
Beginning tomorrow, October 15, our second graders across South Carolina will be participating in the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) on the following dates: October 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23.
🧠 About the Assessments:
These tests are designed to help identify students who may qualify for academically gifted and talented programs. They also provide valuable insights into each student’s individual learning strengths and needs.
✨ Let’s encourage our students to do their best, get a good night’s rest, and come to school ready to shine! 🌟
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 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.
September is here, and we have so many exciting things planned for our students and families. From celebrating our grandparents to fun learning opportunities, we can’t wait to enjoy this month together. Please take a look at the calendar below and mark your dates!
We also would like to give a big congratulations to the students chosen for the Principal’s Writing Wall for August! 📝✨
Your creativity and hard work shine bright, and we are so proud of each of you! 🌟
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.
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📲 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.
🤝 Join Our School PTA! 🍎
Our PTA helps make our school an amazing place for students, families, and staff. From planning exciting events to supporting classrooms, every helping hand makes a big difference!
✨ Why join?
✔ Build strong connections with teachers, principals, and staff
✔ Share your ideas and have your voice heard
✔ Help create lasting memories for our students
📌 Sign up today and be part of the heart of our school community! 💙
✨ Don’t forget — join us tonight for our Open House & Title I Meeting from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. We can’t wait to see you there!
