Please join us in celebrating three ACPSD teachers who have gone above and beyond for their students and were honored with a Golden Apple Award!
Dr. Richard Ball, North Augusta High School; Mrs. Heather Parliament, Paul Knox Middle School; and Mrs. Christine Witt, Hammond Hills Elementary, will be amongst other CSRA teachers who will be recognized during the 33rd Annual WJBF NewsChannel 6 Golden Apple Awards special which is scheduled to air Friday, May 8 at 7 PM.
Please join us for our Multilingual Registration Night, May 7th from 5:30-7:30 at North Augusta High School School Media Center.
Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students at the 2026 ACPSD Fine Arts Festival! The community is invited to experience an inspiring showcase of the arts, featuring performances by our talented student groups on Friday, May 1st at 5:00 PM.
Additionally, come explore a vibrant collection of K–12 artwork on display throughout downtown at the Aiken Center for the Arts, highlighting the imagination and skill of students across the district. Whether you enjoy visual art, music, or live performances, this festival offers something for everyone.
Bring your family and friends and be a part of this exciting celebration of the arts in our community!
Aiken High School’s Educators Rising would like to invite you and your children to enjoy “A Royal Family Ball - Under the Sea” in the Aiken High School cafeteria on May 8th - 6:00-8:30 PM. 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 crafts, play games, enjoy other activities, and take pictures of the memories!
Tickets are available on GoFan.com. See the link 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.
Every moment of support adds up to something bigger for our students.
This week we are proud to recognize the incredible volunteers who help bring our schools to life. It is a time to celebrate the staff, students, families, and community members who generously give their time to support learning in meaningful ways. Whether assisting in classrooms, supporting media centers, helping at school events, working behind the scenes, and so much more, our volunteers play a vital role in creating welcoming and successful school environments.
Help us say thank you and comment below to shout out a volunteer who makes a difference!
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Today, we proudly Purple Up in support of our military-connected students and families.
To our military families, thank you for your service, your strength, and the many sacrifices you make. We are honored to serve your children and celebrate them not just today, but every day.
"Purple up" with Aiken County Public Schools on Friday, April 17th, as we combine Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, Space Force blue and Coast Guard blue and wear PURPLE in a demonstration of support for the families of those who serve.
Help us honor the month of The Military Family by showing your support for the families of those who serve by wearing purple and thanking a military family for their bravery and service below. Make sure to tag us in your Purple Up posts!
In ACPSD we are committed to supporting every military child and ensuring they feel seen, valued, and connected no matter where their journey takes them. Visit our Purple Star webpages which provide easy access to resources, support services, transition tools, and important information to help every child thrive.
www.acpsd.net/purple-star
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We recognize the important role Assistant Principals play in supporting students, staff and operations. Their leadership, support and commitment to student success help create strong school communities where both students and staff can thrive.
Thank you for your continued dedication and service to our school communities.
Give a shoutout to an Assistant Principal who goes above and beyond for your school below!
#ACPSDCelebrates #AssistantPrincipalsWeek #AikenCountyPublicSchools
We thank School Librarians for fostering literacy, guiding research and creating welcoming spaces where students can explore, discover and grow. Their work helps equip students with the skills they need for success both in and beyond the classroom.
Thank you for creating spaces where learning comes to life.
In honor of this day, we invite you to share below a special memory or appreciation of a School Librarian in your life!
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