The Wall of Honor, created by Mrs. Jones, celebrates the veterans in the lives of those at Highland Springs Middle School including family, friends, and even members of our own staff.
Thank you again, veterans!
It was a beautiful program that honored the courage, service, and sacrifice of our veterans. This program included displays in the hallways, performances from our chorus and Advanced Band, a panel interview between students and veterans, and ceremonies from North Augusta High School's NJROTC program.
Thank you so much to everyone who made this program possible through their planning, coordinating, and participation. A special thank you to our community members who joined us, many of whom were veterans or are family of veterans.
From all of us at Highland Springs, we would like to thank all of our veterans for your service ❤️🤍💙
Mrs. McMullen brought her 6th grade ELA classes down to the Media Center yesterday to work on their research and writing skills!
Students navigated Discus, Britannica, and other credible online sources to learn about a national park of their choosing. Our Media Specialist, Ms. Phillips, was there to help with any research questions!
Once students felt confident in their research, they could move over to the writing station and start working on the bubble maps that will guide their essays.
Great job, researchers!
A new reading challenge has arrived on Beanstack 📣
This November, be a goal getter! Reading helps you reduce stress, sharpens your mental focus, and inspires new interests or builds a deeper understanding of existing interests!
Log 350 minutes by December 1st to complete the challenge. Ms. Phillips has 50 basketball and football cards to give away, so be among the first finishers to collect yours!
Highland Springs Middle School presents Donuts with Dads 🍩☕
HSMS dads, we invite you to join us for a fun-filled morning of fresh donuts, drinks, and quality bonding time.
This event will be held on Friday, November 20th from 8:00-8:30 in the HSMS cafeteria.
Please enter through the C-Wing/7th grade hallway at the side parking lot, or through the Fine Arts hallway at the front of the school. Doors for this event will open at 7:45. There will be sign in sheets available when you arrive.
No RSVP required!
Join us next Monday evening at Your Pie🍕
HSMS will be having a Spirit Night at the Georgia Avenue location on Monday, November 16th, from 5:00pm-8:00pm. Come enjoy some great food AND support our school!
Hope to see you there! 💚🤍💙
Congratulations to this year's Miss Highland Springs pageant participants!
People's Choice Award Winner:
Natalie Harrison
Directors Choice:
6th- Kennadi Bennett
7th- Grace Bradley
8th - Natalie Harrison
Miss 6th Grade: Kennedi Bennett
7th Grade Winners:
Best Dressed: Grace Bradley
Photogenic: Sadie Ella Turner
Interview: Sadie Ella Turner
2nd Runner Up: Grace Bradley
1st Runner Up: Sadie Ella Turner
Miss 7th Grade: Sara Grace Moore
8th Grade Winners:
Best Dress: Natalie Harrison
Photogenic: Natalie Harrison
Interview: Aubrey Bullard
Miss Congeniality: Natalie Harrison
1st Runner up: Addison Netzler
Miss 8th Grade: Aubrey Bullard
And a BIG congratulations to our new Miss Highland Springs, Natalie Harrison 🎊👑✨
Great job, girls!
Students worked collaboratively in groups to create one-point perspective designs, using black masking tape to bring depth and dimension to their positive messages. So proud of their creativity and teamwork!
Thank you for beautifying our school and spreading kindness across our campus!
Congratulations again to our 2027-2028 Teacher of the Year, Ms. Crystal Norris, 2027-2028 Giving Even More (GEM) recipient, Ms. Sharon Morton, 2027-2028 First Year Teacher of the Year Ms. Nora Phillips, and to Mrs. Ball for being in the running for Aiken County's Assistant Principal of the Year!
We have another amazing staff member being recognized for their hard work and dedication! The one and only Mr. Kevin Robinson, our rockstar Technology Specialist, has been nominated for District Professional of the Year! Our school would not be what it is without him!
CONGRATS 🎉🌟🎈
Mrs. Ball received a remarkable TEN nominations for this award by our community! This is an extraordinary testimony to the massive impact she makes on our campus every single day.
Whether she is proactively solving problems before they arise, thoughtfully supporting our staff and students, or thoroughly managing the details that keep our school running smoothly, her dedication never wavers.
Mrs. Ball, thank you for your heart, your leadership, and your continuous commitment to excellence. No one is more deserving of this honor, and we are all behind you as you represent our school in the district competition!
💚🤍💙
Congratulations to Ms. Nora Phillips, Highland Springs' 2027-2028 First Year Teacher of the Year!
Ms. Phillips serves Highland Springs as our Media Specialist. Whether students come to read a book, conduct research, play a game, collaborate with friends, or simply enjoy a quiet place to reflect, she ensures every student feels seen, valued, and welcome.
Ms. Phillips also serves as our Communications Liaison, working diligently to keep our school community informed and to shine a spotlight on the many successes, achievements, and memorable moments that make Highland Springs such a special place.
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Phillips as HSMS' 2027-2028 First Year Teacher of the Year 💚🤍💙
Ms. Sharon Morton was the recipient of Highland Springs' 2027-2028 Giving Even More (GEM) award!
Ms. Morton serves Highland Springs as one of our custodians. The success of a school depends on the dedication of individuals working behind the scenes, and Ms. Morton goes above and beyond in service to our students, staff, and school community!
Her commitment to Highland Springs is evident in everything she does. Her contributions help make our school a place where students and staff feel cared for, valued, and supported. She can always be heard in the stands cheering our players on.
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Morton as HSMS' 2027-2028 GEM 💚🤍💙
Ms. Norris serves Highland Springs as the leader of our Math department. As content lead, she works tirelessly to to support and develop her fellow teachers as individuals and professionals.
Ms. Norris is also one of the driving forces behind our AVID program, in which she helps create and strengthen a college- and career-ready culture throughout our building.
She is deeply committed to her students and works relentlessly to ensure they have the support, encouragement, and opportunities needed to succeed.
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Norris as HSMS' 2027-2028 Teacher of the Year!!!
💚🤍💙
8th grade parents, consider purchasing a baby ad in this year's yearbook!
Full page $195
Half page: $110
1/4 page: $60
1/8 page: $35
Available through Jostens at the link below! Share a few photos and a heartfelt message to treasure for years to come. Due on December 21st!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/3248936/-/20260630044029790116/CATALOG_SHOP/
Show off your HSMS school pride and support our girl's Basketball team 🏀💚
T-shirts are on sale NOW through Friday, November 13th. Order through the link below to support our Riverhawks!
https://carolinascreenprint.com/shop/ols/categories/highland-springs
Can't get enough of HSMS athletics and spirit wear, another online shop is available - only until THIS SUNDAY! Items ship 3-4 weeks after ordering, so it would be a great holiday gift for a Riverhawk you know!
https://johannsensportinggoods.chipply.com/highlandsprings-Basketball/?action=viewall&eid=669974
It was a fun event, where students got to trick or treat from community vendors. 🍬🎃
Nearly 2,000 students across the CSRA attended this event!
THIS WEEKEND!
The Miss HSMS pageant will be held on Saturday, November 7th at 3 PM, with tickets on sale online and in-person during school lunches.
Tickets can be purchased using the attached QR code or online at this link: https://highlandspringsmiddlepto.givebacks.com/shop/items/15e94f254e
For more details, reach out to highlandspringspto@gmail.com
The final day to submit a veteran to be honored in our Veteran's Day program is TOMORROW!
Highland Springs will be honoring our school's community members who have served in the military or those who are currently serving with a Veteran's Day program and Wall of Honor. This year's Veteran's Day program will be held on November 11th at 2:00pm in the HSMS gym. The event is open to our community members.
We invite our students and community members to share about the veterans in their lives so we can feature them in our Wall of Honor display. To be featured, we ask that interested students pick up a form from Mrs. Jones in D100. Please email the portrait you would like to feature on the wall to cjones6@acpsd.net OR bring it to Mrs. Jones so a copy can be made.
Congratulations to the 2026-2027 HSMS Basketball teams 🎉🏀🙌
Girl's Basketball: Amira Wall, Jacqueline Claridy, Jase Prescott, Kennedy Gloston, Khloe Graham, Kimora Porter, Paris Smith, Shavonne Clay, Sydney Quiller, Tiana Burt, and Zia Roberts.
Boy's Basketball: Carter Atterbury, Luke Brophy, Desmond Brown, Karter Curtis, Rashod Hampton, Jayden Jackson, Davion Kearse, Mason McKennon, Ayden Miner, Mike Murray, Elijah Washington, and Bryson Williams.
Want to go see a game and support our awesome athletes? You can by single game or season tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/SC99906
Celebrating Our Principals!
As we wrap up Principal Appreciation Month, we're celebrating the dedicated leaders who make a difference in our schools every day.
Through our Principal for a Day opportunity, community members and local leaders stepped into the role of principal, gaining a firsthand look at the leadership, collaboration, and care that go into supporting our students and school communities. Thank you to those that volunteered for this amazing opportunity.
Hear their reflections and see some of the moments that made this experience special as we recognize the incredible work of our principals on YouTube at youtu.be/yK5kpIdC7Z4 .
Thank you to our principals for all that you do to help our students and schools thrive!
#PrincipalAppreciation #ACPSDCelebrates #PublicEducation #SouthCarolinaSchools