🌟 Thank You, AVID Families! 🌟

We are incredibly grateful to all the amazing parents who joined us for today’s AVID Parent Information Meeting! Your presence and enthusiasm made it a truly special event, and we’re thrilled about the incredible turnout.

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college and career readiness program designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in school and beyond. It focuses on academic strategies, leadership, and building a strong support system to help students achieve their goals.

We’re so excited for the journey ahead and can’t wait to see all the growth and success this year will bring. Thank you for being such an important part of our AVID community!
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📣 ATTENTION JMS FAMILIES: OPEN HOUSE RESCHEDULED!

We want to let you know that Jackson Middle School's Open House has been rescheduled to Thursday, August 14th. We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your understanding — we believe this change will allow for a better experience for everyone.

📅 New Date: Thursday, August 14th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Jackson Middle School Cafeteria (starting point)

We’re excited to welcome you and look forward to connecting with our JMS families!

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Congratulations to our 2025 Lady Indians volleyball team!!
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Congratulations to our 2025 Bullpups!!
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JMS would like to welcome and introduce our new bookkeeper, Mrs. Rhonda Hawes.
My name is Rhonda Hawes and I’m excited to start a new adventure this year at JMS.  I’ve worked for ACPSD for 21 years, starting at Hammond Hill, then Redcliffe and, for the past 17 years, at Silver Bluff; as a SPED aide, Lab Proctor and Bookkeeper.

I grew up in the New Ellenton/Jackson area and graduated from SBHS, as did my son and siblings.  I live in Jackson with my husband of 33 years, Mike, and our spoiled but adorable rescue puppy, Sox.

 I enjoy camping, reading, and cheering on the Auburn tigers when I have the time. But my favorite “to do” is spending time with our son, Chase, when he comes home from Colorado.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns about school fees, which can be paid on the Parent Portal, and now by phone at  803-471-2237. I’m here to help!

Rhonda Hawes, Bookkeeper

rhawes@acpsd.net

 
The graphic design of Mrs. Hawes' introduction letter was created by the 6th period Media Arts students.

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Mrs. Rhonda Hawes, new bookkeeper
JMS Parents/Guardians can now pay school fees by phone, as well as through the Parent Portal.
Contact Mrs. Hawes, the JMS bookkeeper, at 803-471-2237
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Drum roll pleeeeeeeeeease! We are happy to announce that Jackson's Canteen will officially open on Wednesday, August 6th! All items are $1!
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When middle school students stay organized, they’re not just keeping their binders neat—they’re building habits that lay the foundation for academic success and lifelong responsibility.

Ms. Neville’s AVID binder spot checks yielded amazing results! Great job, kiddos—keep it up!
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AVID Elective students had an amazing week getting to know each other with relational capacity activities.
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AVID student creating a clay sculpture.
AVID students getting to know each other with relational capacity activities.
Jackson's STEM students are hard at work!

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Volleyball tryouts will be July 31st and August 1st from 3:30-5:00pm. Physical paperwork must be turned in to Coach Mckie by July 29th.
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This summer, Aiken County’s most talented young artists immersed themselves in the acGATEWAY experience, which is an intensive, high-level arts program designed to challenge and inspire! From vibrant visual art displays to moving theatrical performances, students demonstrated what passion, focus, and creativity can achieve in just a few short weeks! Want to see what makes acGATEWAY so special? Watch our behind-the-scenes student videos and discover why this program has been a beloved part of Aiken County since 1992 and keep an eye out for 2026 acGATEWAY audition information for our summer 2026 opportunity. #acGATEWAY #AikenArts #GiftedAndTalented #ArtsEducation #StudentShowcase #VisualAndPerformingArts #ACPSD https://www.acpsd.net/page/gateway
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Students performing on a stage during the Summer acGateway program
Football Tryouts will be Thursday July 31st and Friday August 1st from 3:30-5:45pm at SBHS. All athletes must ride the transportation bus over to SBHS. Physical paperwork must be submitted to Coach Mckie by Tuesday July 29th.
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Come one, come all, to Jackson’s big night,
Meet your teachers and start the year right!
With door prizes waiting and snacks to share,
We hope to see every family there!
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Welcome back to school! The first day of school is Monday, July 21, 2025. Attached are copies of regular bell schedule and activity/bell schedule.
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Regular bell schedule for 2025-26
Activity and Club Schedule 2025-26
We are thrilled to welcome you and your students to a brand-new school year at Jackson Middle! As we prepare for an exciting start on Monday, July 21, we want to ensure you feel informed and ready for a smooth transition.
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JOIN PROTEAM TODAY!
The ProTeam Program aims to interest middle school students in the education profession and build positive learning experiences through leadership skill building.

To join ProTeam, you should:
a. Be an 8th grade student
b. Want to be a good or strong leader in your school
c. Be able to maintain an overall average of C in all classes
d. Have no more than two (2) disciplinary actions/referrals (lunch detention included)
e. Maintain good attendance at school for the year

If you are interested in joining ProTeam, get an application from the front office.
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TO MS. HOLLOWAY OR MRS. AKINS
BEFORE FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025
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We enjoyed seeing all the smiling faces of new and returning students and their families tonight as they followed school schedules to meet teachers and staff members.
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Art teacher speaking with a parent and student during Walk the Schedule event.
New student talking to one of his teachers for the new school year.
Student and family walking the breezeway to meet teachers for the new year.
Interested in football? Silver Bluff will be hosting a football camp at the Dog Pound on July 26th. See attached flyer for more information
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Pick up your schedule, explore the halls, Say hello to the team who’ll guide you through it all. We can’t wait to see you — don’t be late, Let’s make this school year truly great!
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