Grits with Grands is Friday, Sept. 26 from 8–8:30 AM during our extended Advisory! No sign-up needed—grandparents can arrive with their middle schooler or meet them in the cafeteria at 8 AM. Grits with Grands is our way of celebrating National Grandparents Day (Sept. 7), so mark those calendars and join us for a sweet start to the day!
about 2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Grits with Grands Spet 26 2025

FALL INTERSESSION LEGO WARS CAMP | GRADES 6-8

During Fall Intersession, the week of September 29-October 2, a limited number of spots are available for this year’s Fine Arts Camp, Lego Wars, for students in grades 6-8.

Lego Wars will be held at Highland Springs Middle School Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Students will dive into creativity, the engineering design process, and project design while developing architectural skills to build strong LEGO® structures. This year’s session includes a new team challenge that will push students to think more creatively, collaborate effectively, and apply their engineering skills in exciting new ways.

Registration opens Monday, September 8, at 6 p.m. for ACPSD middle school students and is offered on a first come-first served basis. Please note that due to space limitations, only the first 50 ACPSD students to apply will be accepted. Once the application window opens, parents/guardians can apply by scanning the QR Code or completing the Lego Wars Form.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day of camp, however students’ families will be responsible for their own transportation to Highland Springs Middle.

Please contact Dr. Kimberly Fontanez, District Fine Arts Coordinator, at kfontanez@acpsd.net with any questions.

about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Lego Wars Fall Break sign up flyer with students building lego creations and sign-up information.
Beta Club Spirit Night — Thursday, Sept. 4 at Marco’s Pizza (North Augusta). Order in the app or at marcos.com and use code BETA—15% of all sales THAT DAY supports HSMS Beta Club. Tell your family and friends and let’s raise some dough!
about 2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Spirit Night Sept 4 2025
Beta Club First Aid Donation Drive is on from Sept 2–26! Drop donations in the school office to help stock our kits and support our Riverhawks. Needed items: alcohol pads, adhesive strips, latex-free gloves, self-adhering wrap, gauze pads or wrap, and small zipper bags. Incentive alert: the grade level with the most items wins a sit with your friends at lunch day on Oct. 2! Thank you for giving, HSMS!
about 2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
First Aid Supply Drive

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

about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools
Happy Labor Day. Schools and Offices closed September 1, 2025.
Thanks to all who applied for ART CLUB. Due to the number of applications, only the following students were accepted. These students were accepted and submitted their permission slips.

So I give you ART CLUB 2025:

Abby Boisclair
Adrianna Pena
Amelia Wheeler
Ashley Briseno-Trejo
Breanna Shedd
Britton Woodward
Chloe Hutto
Journey Kleman
Kaylee Huntington
Lucas Jester
Madeline Cheesebrow
Mya Hannah
Natalie Allen
Renadah Grandstaff
Ruby Lamberth
Saria Williams
Shelby Lowe
Sofia Vargas
about 2 months ago, Meredith Poldrack Segrist
Art Club

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 2 months 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.
2 months 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.
2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.
2025-26 Early Dismissal Days.

Coffee with Counselors is Wednesday, August 20 from 8–8:30 in room D101 at HSMS. Stop by for coffee and conversation with our school counselors: Ms. Abellan (last names A–J) and Dr. Guerry (last names K–Z). Learn more about what we do and how we can help you best support your students. Drop in! ☕💬

2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Coffee with Counselors is Aug. 20 at 8
HSMS is now forming teams for the 2025 Cyber Patriot competition! Team members will learn about cybersecurity, explore computer networks, and build skills for careers of the future.

Info Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 19, 3:30–4 p.m., Room C100.
Can’t attend? Stop by C100 during Advisory to chat with Dr. Stone.
2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
CyberPatriots 2025 meeting
Get ready to dance, Riverhawks! The HSMS PTO presents our Back-to-School Dance on August 21 from 4–6 p.m. in the HSMS gym. Admission is $5, with \$1 cash-only concessions available. Students attending the dance can stay after school in our supervised cafeteria until it starts. Let’s kick off the year with music, friends, and fun! Parents can purchase tickets at the following link: https://shorturl.at/8JFkt
2 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Dance August 21, 2025
Biscuit time! Swing by the HSMS morning car line on Monday, August 11 from 7:30–8 a.m. for a Bojangles breakfast — while supplies last!

Cajun Chicken Biscuit – $5
Sausage Biscuit – $3
Cash only (exact amount preferred) and sales to parents only.

All proceeds support HSMS PTO student programs. Don’t miss out on a tasty way to give back!
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Biscuit fundraiser August 11
Save the date! The HSMS Fall Book Fair, sponsored by the HSMS PTO, is coming August 25–29! Students will shop during the week, and we’re offering special parent & child shopping hours during Open House on August 28. Start early by setting up an eWallet for your child — it's a safe, cash-free way to shop! Sign up for an eWallet or add to an existing one at this link: https://shorturl.at/HTtI4
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Book Fair August 25-29
Art Club applications will be available in the office next week. Applications must be returned to the office by Aug. 15. Limited number of spots available! Art CLub will begin Sept. 2.
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Art Club 2025
Friday is Pizza Day! Grab a slice for \$2 and a canned soda for \$1 — cash only. All proceeds support student programs like semester celebrations and more!
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Pizza Day
Parents, please do not drop off fast food or lunches during the school day. HSMS provides free, nutritious, and delicious breakfast and lunch for all students—no outside food is needed. Help us keep our school day running smoothly!
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
No food Drop off
HSMS Volleyball Tryouts
Grades 7–8
Aug. 5–7 | 3:30–5 p.m. | HSMS Gym

Bring: current sports physical, water bottle, shoes, T-shirt, and shorts

Questions? Email Coach Basile at ebasile@acpsd.net
All physical and Dragonfly forms are on the HSMS website under the Volleyball page.
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Volleyball Tryouts 2025
Ready for a Back to School Challenge? 🎉 From July 21 to August 31, log your reading in Beanstack and start earning sweet rewards!
What counts?
Stories/books/poems/magazine articles in class
Stories/books/poems/magazine articles at home
Use the Beanstack app through ClassLink or download it to your phone to track your reading.
Students who complete this challenge can earn sweet "beans" and possibly unlock schoolwide privileges like:
Eating with friends in the courtyard
Extra break time
And more surprises
Let’s start the year strong, Riverhawks—log those minutes and level up! 🦅
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
Back to School Challenge
Attention 8th graders! HSMS Counseling & Career is hosting a field trip to Augusta University's Summerville campus on September 11. Want to go? Sign up by August 8 using the QR code or the link. This opportunity is open to 8th-grade students with positive behavior and good grades. Selected students will receive both an HSMS and Augusta University permission slip, which must be completed and returned by August 15. Don't miss out on this chance to explore your future! Sign up with the link: https://shorturl.at/fJmp8
3 months ago, Highland Springs Middle School
AU Field Trip 2025