Have a fun and safe Fall Break!
1 day ago, Graniteville Elementary School
Have a fun and safe fall break! Fall Break Homework for students, parents, and teachers. 1. Play outside. Take a break from the screen. 2. Read a book. Visit your public library. School is back in session on Monday, October 12, 2025.
The information meeting for the Holiday Court is tonight at 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. If your student is interested in participating, the PTO will review the Dos and Don'ts to help your student succeed.
3 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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All second-grade students in South Carolina participate in the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) and Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) assessments during the month of October. The testing window for Graniteville Elementary School is October 13 – 28. The primary purpose of these assessments is to identify potential students for academically gifted and talented programs. The results of these assessments provide important information regarding the individual learning needs of each student. Information was sent home for all 2nd grade students. For more information, please see the following documents:
2025 CogAT Parent Letter - https://aptg.co/XnY2tG
2025 CogAT Parent Letter in Spanish - https://aptg.co/llNc16
GT Program Brochure in English - https://aptg.co/Ty-VYj
GT Program Brochure in Spanish - https://aptg.co/3MNqyG
4 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
a green gator wearing a mortar board and reading a book
Let's give a shoutout to the September and October Golden Gators! Every month, we will show our appreciation for two teachers or staff members who are doing great things at our school. Great job Mr. Logan and Mrs. Mejias! Thank you for all that you do!
5 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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The PTO Calendar Fundraiser money is due tomorrow, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The prize for the top three winners will be a family night gift card to Dave and Busters. Please write your student's name on the calendar(s) to receive credit!
6 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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Fall Picture Day is Friday, September 19, 2025. Go to www.strawbridge.net to pay for picture online. Online code is FM485275. Bring your best smile!
18 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
Fall Picture Day is Friday, September 19, 2025

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.

20 days ago, Aiken County Public Schools
Coding Camp for 3rd-5th Graders at mossy Creek Elementary Graphic.
Grandparents are invited to eat lunch with their student on Friday, September 5, 2025. Please check with your student's teacher for a lunch schedule. Lunch is $5.50. Please bring exact change. No electronic payments accepted. Check the web site for a lunch menu at www.acpsd.net > Dining.
25 days ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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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

29 days ago, Aiken County Public Schools
Happy Labor Day. Schools and Offices closed September 1, 2025.
Check out the PTO Fundraiser!
about 1 month ago, Graniteville Elementary School
This graphic tells how to fundraise in three easy steps. They want you to download the calendar, fill in a date, and pay the amount of the day. Every full calendar turned gets a chance to win a family fun night at Dave and Busters.
This is the fundraiser calendar to download. Pick a date to donate. Pay that amount.

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 1 month ago, Aiken County Public School District
Rooms Support Location - FAQ for Guardians.
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.
about 1 month ago, Aiken County Public School District
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
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.
about 1 month ago, Aiken County Public School District
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
Let's give a shoutout to this month's Golden Gators! Every month, we will show our appreciation for two teachers or staff members who are doing great things at our school. Great job Mrs. Crane and Mrs. Lotson! Thank you for all that you do!
about 1 month ago, Graniteville Elementary School
This graphic reads August & July Golden Gators, Mrs. Crane and Mrs. Lotson. Thank you for all that you do! An alligator holding a great job sign and two photographs of women
Thank you to the USC-A Men's and Women's soccer and X-country teams for visiting our school this morning. They helped welcome students in carline and the cafeteria. We hope the USC-A Pacers have a great start to their school year!
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
a group of college athletes posing with the school principal
a young woman hugging a kindergarten student in the cafeteria
2 young men helping school children in a school cafeteria
college athletes high fiving elementary students at carline
Join PTO tonight at Open House beginning at 6 p.m. We hope to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
Join the Graniteville Elementary PTO
Interested in chaperoning a field trip or volunteering at school events? Become a GVES volunteer today! All volunteers must receive volunteer training every school year, regardless of if they have attended training before. We are excited to announce our new online volunteer training that can be completed at any time! Please note that ALL volunteers will receive an Aiken county background check, so online volunteer training and in-person verification at the front office must be completed at least 3 days prior to the volunteer event/field trip.

Questions? Please contact Kirstina Underwood at krokholm@acpsd.net.

Virtual Volunteer Training form - https://forms.office.com/r/Yeuq4eEkfh
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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Each day, your student goes to an extra-curricular class that we call "Specials." Your "Specials" team is super excited to see your student each week. Please meet Mrs. Carpenter, Mrs. Cooksey, Ms. Rhoades, and Coach Webb.
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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Please welcome Mrs. Roy to our fifth grade team! She joins Ms. Harvey and Ms. Crawford to make a fabulous fifth grade team.
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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The Open House and Title I Annual Meeting is Monday, August 11, 2025, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please join us in the cafeteria at 6:00 p.m. for a Title I meeting, a PTO business meeting, and to meet the staff. Parents will then be dismissed to visit the classrooms. We can't wait to see you!
about 2 months ago, Graniteville Elementary School
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