Seamless Summer Meal Program – Summer 2025! Healthy meals at no cost for kids and teens! Children 18 and under, and individuals with disabilities up to age 21, can enjoy nutritious meals when school is out — all meals must be eaten on site. Adults may join their children: $3.10 for breakfast and $5.30 for lunch.
When:
Monday–Thursday, June 2–26, 2025
Breakfast: 7:30–8:30am
Lunch: 10:30am–12:30pm
Where:
June 2–19 (Mon–Thurs):
Busbee, Byrd, Chukker Creek, North Augusta, Redcliffe, and Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary
June 2–26 (Mon–Thurs):
Aiken, Midland Valley, North Augusta, Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle-High, Silver Bluff, South Aiken, and Wagener-Salley High
Let’s keep our kids fueled for summer learning, playing, and growing!
Summer Workouts for Boys at HSMS! Calling all current 6th and 7th grade Riverhawks! Get ready to level up your game this summer
Where: HSMS Gymnasium
When: Mondays–Wednesdays starting June 2
Basketball: 9–10:30 a.m.
Football: 10:30 a.m.–Noon
What to bring:
- Water
- Athletic shoes
- T-shirt & shorts
- Current physical (if you didn’t play or try out this year)
Let’s put in that summer grind and come back stronger for the ’25 season!
Take a look at some things planned for next year with this school year's final Highland Springs Herald at https://shorturl.at/Ew5uL
Aiken County Public School District’s full-time virtual program, Aiken iNNOVATE, is now accepting applications for the 2025–2026 school year. If you or your student are currently in 5th grade or higher and interested in a flexible, innovative learning environment, now is the time to apply. Aiken iNNOVATE offers a 100% virtual experience with certified ACPSD teachers and curriculum, providing students in grades 6–12 the opportunity to learn from anywhere while staying connected to their school community. To apply, visit www.acpsd.net/ai. If you have any questions, feel free to email Ai@acpsd.net. Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge of your education through Aiken iNNOVATE. Spots are limited.
The Seamless Summer Meal Program returns for Summer 2025! The ACPSD Child Nutrition Program will be offering nutritious meals at no cost for children aged 18 and under, as well as for individuals with disabilities up to age 21. Meals will be served Monday through Thursday from June 2 to June 26, 2025.
See flyer for more details!
The biscuits are calling you ONE LAST TIME! They want YOU to support the breakfast fundraiser sponsored by the HSMS
PTO! Chik-fil-a Chicken Biscuits are $5 on FRIDAY, May 23, 2025, from 7:30-8 a.m. during morning car line drop-off, while supplies last. CASH ONLY - exact amount preferred. Sales to parents only! All proceeds benefit HSMS PTO’s student programs.
Spirit Night is almost here, Riverhawks! Join us Thursday, May 15 at Marco’s Pizza – North Augusta (960 Edgefield Road) for a delicious way to support Highland Springs Middle School. Order your favorite pizza on the app or at Marcos.com and don’t forget to use the code "HAWKS" at checkout so 15% of your purchase goes directly to HSMS PTO. This event is sponsored by our amazing PTO, helping fund student celebrations and teacher appreciation efforts. Thank you for your support!
As we gear up for the 2025–2026 school year, Highland Springs is working to raise funds for our athletic program!
This year, our top goals include:
• Purchasing a lawnmower to help us keep our field game-day ready;
• Supporting our student-athletes by reducing or even covering the cost of “player packs” — which include practice shirts, game pants, and team warm-ups.
For the past two years, Coach Murray and Coach Sheridan have gone above and beyond by mowing the field themselves to ensure our athletes have the best possible playing space. Your support can help ease that load and keep our programs running strong!
Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for backing our Riverhawks!
Donate at gofan.co or https://shorturl.at/rchbF
Calling all teen artists! Just a few spots left for the 2025 Teen Mural Camp at the Morris Museum of Art!
Join pro muralist Jason Craig for a week of creativity as you help design and paint a real mural in downtown Augusta.
Choose from:
June 2–6 or June 9–13
8 a.m.–1 p.m. | Ages 13–17
$175 for members | $215 for nonmembers (includes supplies, snacks + a T-shirt)
Register now on the Morris Museum website or call 706-828-3867!
Save the dates! Eighth-grade Awards Day – May 23 at 9 a.m. ; seventh-grade Awards Day – May 27 at 9 a.m. ; and sixth-grade Awards Day – May 28 at 9 a.m.
Families are welcome, and students may be checked out immediately after the ceremony. Let’s celebrate our amazing Riverhawks!
It’s time for a book roundup! All HSMS library books are due back by May 9—no late cowpokes allowed! Mosey on down to the Media Center and turn ’em in!
📚 Exciting news for HSMS families! The HSMS Media Center, in partnership with the ABBE Regional Library System, is offering students the chance to get a public library card delivered right to school. Pick up an application in the media center and return it by May 16 to receive a free library card—no trip to the library needed! With a card, students can access books, audiobooks, movies, digital resources, and more from the public library. This is a great way to build reading habits and explore new learning opportunities—don’t miss out!
Outstanding FREE opportunity for 3rd–12th grade students! Join us for the Youth Financial & Leadership Academy on Saturday, May 10 at USC Aiken! Lunch will be provided, but registration is required — scan the QR code or click the link to sign up! Don't miss this chance to build leadership skills and learn valuable financial tips. https://shorturl.at/Gxp3G
Congratulations to the 2025–2026 HSMS Cheer Team! We’re so proud of these talented Riverhawks who will bring the spirit, energy, and pride to Highland Springs Middle School next year! Let’s give a big cheer for:
Alaysia Scott
Aubree Smith
Camryn Johnson
Chloe Spradley
Claire Neumann
Isla Bates
Lillie Jeffcoat
Maelynne Davis
Mallory Ford
Meela Newman
Morgan Scott
Natalie Harrison
Paola Montero
Sasha Whitaker
Sheryl Kirkland
Sophia Woriax
Sydney Gardner
Trinity Escalante
Get ready for an amazing season full of teamwork, school pride, and Riverhawk spirit!
May testing reminder! Testing season is right around the corner at HSMS! Please help your student do their best by ensuring they’re well-rested and present each day. Please, avoid scheduling doctor’s appointments on testing days if possible.
Testing Dates:
May 12 – SC READY ELA Writing
May 14–15 – SC READY ELA Reading
May 16 – Geometry
May 20 – English 1
May 21 – SC READY Math
May 22 – Fundamentals of Computing
May 23 – SC READY Science (6th grade only)
Let’s finish strong, Riverhawks!
Grab a Bojangles Biscuit & Go Fridays in May to support Buddy Club! Parents can grab delicious Bojangles biscuits during HSMS car line from 7:30-8 a.m. Cash only, with the exact amount preferred. Cajun chicken biscuits are $5. All proceeds support the HSMS Buddy Club and its student-focused programs, so start your Friday with a treat while giving back!
We may have missed Assistant Principals Week, but our appreciation for Mr. Lehman and Ms. Ball is never late! Thank you both for the spirit, care, and support you bring to our school every day. You help make HSMS a truly special place to be!
April 15 is National Purple Up Day! Show your support for our military families and their students by wearing purple. Students in 6th grader will be asked to wear HSMS shirts since they’ll be on a field trip with many other schools. (Those without a school shirt should wear purple.) Let’s come together to recognize and appreciate their service!
The Spring Reading Challenge is here! From April 1 to May 2, students can read and log their minutes in Beanstack to earn a prize and points toward the Semester Two Celebration. This is the final reading challenge of the school year, so don’t miss your chance to stack up minutes and rewards! Plus, students can log their reading over spring break using the Beanstack iOS and Android apps. Start reading, start logging, and let’s finish the year strong!
Community Spirit Night at Your Pie! Join us for a delicious way to support Highland Springs Middle School! Dine between 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, and 10% of all sales will go toward HSMS PTO’s support of student programs like the Semester Two Celebration.
Your Pie – 434 Georgia Avenue! Cash donations to the PTO are also gratefully accepted. Eat, enjoy, and give back to our Riverhawk students! See you there!
