As temperatures drop this week and the possibility of a Winter Storm is on everyone’s radar, please know that we are in close collaboration with local Emergency Management Officials in monitoring for impact to our area.
Confidence in a possible impact to Aiken County late in the afternoon and evening this Friday, January 10, is increasing. With a concern for students, families, and employees traveling after dark on Friday in what may be a mixture of sleet and freezing rain, all athletic practices, games, arts-activities, afterschool care, and any other school or district-sponsored event scheduled for Friday, January 10, will not take place as planned.
With temperatures expected to be below freezing until mid-day Saturday and in an abundance of caution, any athletics, arts, and other events scheduled to be held before noon on Saturday, January 11, will also be cancelled. Travel to district and/or school sponsored events inside or outside Aiken County that would require employee or student travel prior to noon on Saturday, are also included in this cancellation.
We recognize that this will cause a disruption to many, especially our families who rely on QuestZone for after school care as well as those with events, activities, and tournaments that were scheduled. Please know that we are sharing this cancellation update with as much notice as possible based on current conditions and the latest forecasts available. As we keep safety at the forefront of these difficult decisions, we appreciate your continued understanding and support. Please stay tuned for any future updates that this Winter Storm may require and take other precautions that may be recommended to keep your family safe and warm.
Today is an E-Learning Day. Teachers will be available between 9-10 and 1-2 if you need any assistance. Have a great day and we look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Happy New Year! We look forward to seeing students on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Please return laptops AND chargers on Tuesday. Monday is an E-learning Day. Please reach out to your child's teacher on Monday, if you have any questions about the assignments.
Calling all DADS!!
All Pro Dads is this Friday! Join us for our monthly meeting and get ready for Christmas break!
RSVP here: https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/14698/chapter_meetings/59707
Friday, December 20, is a half day for students. Due to the half day schedule on Friday, only breakfast will be served in our cafeterias. Please note the following dismissal times for students on our half day schedule.
Elementary schools in the Aiken area (Area One), the North Augusta area (Area Two), the Midland Valley area (Area Three), and Jackson/New Ellenton areas (Area Five) will dismiss at 11 a.m.; middle schools at 11:30 a.m.; and high schools at 11:50 a.m. Aiken Intermediate School’s half day dismissal will be at 11:25 a.m. and Aiken Scholars Academy at 11:20. The Center for Innovative Learning dismissal will be at 1:30 p.m.
Elementary schools in the Wagener/Salley/Ridge Spring/Monetta area (Area Four) will dismiss at 11:30 a.m., middle schools at 11:40 a.m., and high schools at 11:50 a.m.
In a short video released by the district, Superintendent Dr. Corey Murphy provides detailed information on the new state-required Personal Electronic Devices policy that will be implemented as student’s return from Winter Break in January.
Aiken County’s policy will allow middle and high school students to bring cell phones and other personal electronic devices , and accessories such as earbuds and AirPods to school, but they must remain powered off, stored in the student’s backpack or bag, and out of sight during the school day.
Progressive discipline measures will be enforced for violations of the policy. Parents are encouraged to watch this video with their student and discuss the policy and the consequences for students who are in violation. We thank you in advance for your understanding and support!
https://youtu.be/4Jjqsv_vFkk?feature=shared
Join us for Aiken County Public School District’s Spring Hiring Event for Teachers and Certified Staff on Saturday, February 1, 2025!
Applicants will have the opportunity for on-site interviews and on the spot job offers! The event will take place at Aiken High School located at 449 Rutland Drive in Aiken, SC from 8 a.m. until noon.
All schools and locations will be represented, and we will be hiring for certified positions to include immediate vacancies and future 2025-26 positions.
Scan the QR code to apply now for your level of certification to secure an interview at the event. Pre-registration is highly encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome.
Direct Link to Register and Apply for the Event: https://acpsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx?jcat=Recruitment
We will be hiring for certified positions to include Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, and Special Education. Please reach out to our Human Resources Team at (803) 641-2428 for more information.
We look forward to welcoming many new teachers and certified staff members to Aiken County in February!
Dec. 17 is our Spirit Night with Pizza Hut! Order online and support HHE! Use the code R6. 🍕
The Hive was buzzing with Santa's Workshop Helpers on Friday! Check our Facebook page for more pictures. Monday is wear white!
Dear 5th grade Families,
After careful consideration and in light of Hurricane Helene, we are excited to announce that we’re reopening sales for the 5th grade ads for a final opportunity to make this moment special for your child. Sales will run from Friday, December 6th, through Sunday, December 8th—but please note, this is a hard deadline.
We care deeply about our students and families and wanted to offer this last chance to participate.
Visit www.jostens.com to place your 5th grade ads.
Interested in dance, theater, music, or creative writing? Apply by Mon., Dec. 9 to acGATEWAY, our Summer Visual & Performing Arts Opportunity. Visit www.acpsd.net/page/gateway, & email mmacgregor@acpsd.net with questions.
We hope you had a great Thanksgiving break! We look forward to seeing you Monday morning! Here’s what’s happening this week:
🎁 Santa Shop starts this week! Schedule is posted below. Please send Santa Shop money in an envelope on the day your child shops- NOT before. There’s still time to volunteer!
🎄 MAP Testing will be Tuesday and Thursday. Please arrive to school on time!
🤶🏻 Our 12 Days of Christmas Spirit starts Thursday. Please see events below so you may participate.
🎅🏻 Cookies with Santa is Friday from 5:30-7. Please see flyer below for more details. Please bring cash for this event.
Just a reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Thursday or Friday. Happy Thanksgiving!
'Tis the season to VOLUNTEER! December 2-6 our Santa Shop will be open. We are looking for volunteers to help our students shop. Please click the link below to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA4AA2CA1FAC70-52756756-santa#/
The Santa Shop schedule may be found below.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at acGATEWAY in these videos created with last summer's students, get your application in, and get ready to audition for an experience unlike any other. Middle and High School acGATEWAY Student Video: https://youtu.be/qVQxpUwGcCk Elementary acGATEWAY Student Video: https://youtu.be/m1w8D-ScAX8 Applications for new and returning students are due by December 9. https://www.acpsd.net/page/gateway
Take a behind-the-scenes look at acGATEWAY in these videos created with last summer's students, get your application in, and get ready to audition for an experience unlike any other.
Middle and High School acGATEWAY Student Video: https://youtu.be/qVQxpUwGcCk
Elementary acGATEWAY Student Video: https://youtu.be/m1w8D-ScAX8
Applications for new and returning students are due by December 9. https://www.acpsd.net/o/district/page/summer-acagateway-program
This week is American Education Week. Please see below for our Spirit Days and lunch schedule for parents to join us. Wednesday is Early Dismissal. We will dismiss at 11:30. Thursday is Hispanic Heritage Night. Please check out our Facebook page as we are looking for volunteers for this event and our Cookies With Santa event. Friday is Pro Dads! Thank you!
Class Picture Day is Friday. Pictures are $15. Friday is also Make-up Picture Day. Proofs were NOT sent home this year. In order to view and order your child's pictures, please follow the directions below. The code is FE59324.
The application for the 2025 acGATEWAY Summer Arts program is now live on the Gateway webpage of the district website. Please visit https://www.acpsd.net/o/district/page/summer-acagateway-program to learn more about this free visual and performing arts opportunity for students in our District in grades 3-12. All students must submit an application to be considered, and an audition is required for all new student applicants.
Looking for HHE swag? Check out Communigraphics and order yours! Orders will be accepted through Nov. 15!
https://communigraphics-inc.printavo.com/merch/hhe-student-store?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR38EQ5-rkD0CxatxCrhCv5oHWMT7vgU_jw80tuwreLqCSe8yy25X7Sn220_aem_Tpg-D4kv9NY-wQo-GS3iXg
