One book, two books, red books, and blue books!

Today, Monday, March 2, kicks off Read Across America Week! Read Across America is presented by the National Education Association and plans literacy festivities alongside Dr. Suess's birthday.

We challenge all students across Aiken County Public Schools to pick up a book this week and start reading, and we thank the community leaders who are serving as guest readers bringing literacy to life throughout our classrooms.

7 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Read Across America March 2-6. Photo includes graphics of four children around a glob with pencils and books.

During National School Social Work Week, we are proud to recognize and thank our school social workers and student service workers for the incredible support they provide to our school community.

They play a vital role in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being through compassionate guidance, collaboration with families and staff, and a strong commitment to helping every student succeed.

The 2026 theme, “Unite to Ignite: Celebrating Our Impact,” reflects the positive difference they make by bringing students, families, and educators together to create a caring and inclusive school environment across all Aiken County Public Schools.

#ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSD #AikenCountyPublicSchools

7 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Happy School Social Work Week! March 1-7, 2026.
Congratulations to our Teacher and Staff of the Month for February, Ms. Jenkins and Mrs. Nesselroad.Thank you to Rooney State Farm for sponsoring this monthly event and our fabulous LBC PTO for their support also.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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Good luck to our 8th grade starting guard, Kinsleigh Heath, as she heads into the second round of the playoffs! 🔥🏀 Kinsleigh, your hard work and heart on the court do not go unnoticed. You play with confidence, grit, and that Lion pride every single game. We are so proud of the way you represent our school and the Valley! Keep attacking the basket. Keep locking down on defense. The LBC Family is behind you all the way! Let’s go make some noise tonight! 💪🏾💙💛 Good luck Lady Mustangs! #BigValley 💙🧡
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Yesterday we ended Parent Pride Week with Goodies for Grandparents. It was heartwarming to watch our middle schoolers love on their grandmas and grandpas.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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LBC celebrated dads with Doughnuts for Dads today.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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Wednesday, February 18, is an 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, as well as our schools in the Ridge-Spring area. Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary dismissal is at 11:55 a.m., Aiken Scholars Academy dismissal is at noon, and Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle and High dismissal is at 12:15 and 12:20 p.m., respectively.

These Early Dismissal Days are part of the 2025-26 Aiken County Public School District Calendar and are necessary to support the training and development schedule for state-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.

Students receiving transportation services on half-day schedules, such as Early Learning Special Education students, will not be provided school bus transportation on Early Dismissal Days as buses will be unable to make mid-day routes.

Afternoon classes at the Aiken County Career and Technology Center are not held on Early Dismissal Days. Students enrolled in an afternoon class at the Career Center will remain at their high school on these designated days.

7 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
To celebrate our wonderful moms, we had Muffins for Moms this morning from 7:15-8:00am. LBC students and their moms shopped the book fair and enjoyed a treat together. Wednesday is Doughnuts for Dads and Thursday is Goodies for Grandparents. Please come and start your morning with us.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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Dr. Laughter and Mrs. Blackburn handed out gift bags and breakfast for our wonderful bus drivers this morning as they dropped off our students.
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Final Black History program pictures.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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Even more Black History program pictures.
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Additional Black History program pictures.
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More Black History program pictures.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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LBC celebrated Black History Month today. The program was truly inspirational. Thank you to all the students, staff, and special guests who participated. Thank you to Mrs. Vinson, Mrs. Guinyard, Ms. Freeman, Ms. Rich, Mrs. Stidem, and Ms. Cole for setting everything up.
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4K Applications Are Now Open!

Our early learning classrooms focus on building foundational skills in literacy, math, social development, and school readiness all in a nurturing and engaging environment fostered by certified teachers. We help students build confidence, friendships, and a love for learning from day one.

Spots fill quickly, apply today at www.acpsd.net/4k

#ACPSD #ACPSD4K #EarlyLearning
7 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
4K applications open February 9 through March 13, to learn more please visit www.acpsd.net/4K.
We had a fabulous turnout for the Beta Club Induction last night. These students worked very hard for this honor. The student officers ran the program and did an excellent job. Thank you to Ms. Jenkins and Mrs. Buckner-Bowman for sponsoring Beta this year and providing refreshments for this event.
7 months ago, LBC Middle
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This week we celebrate all of our Bus Drivers for School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! Our drivers are often the first and last school staff that our students see every day and their impact matters more than they know. Thank you for your patience, professionalism, and commitment to student safety. We appreciate you!!

#ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSD #SchoolBusDriverAppreciation
7 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
School Bus Driver Appreciation Week, February 9-13. Thank you for all that you do!
We are excited to welcome Hayward Jean, a former LBC student and the current Director of Student Services for Orangeburg County School District, as our guest speaker this Friday. Mr. Jean previously served as a school principal, where under his leadership the school improved from an “F” rating to an “A” rating in just one year. In addition to his work in education, he is the founder of Speak Life Enterprises and also serves as an author and pastor, using his platform to encourage and uplift others. We are proud to welcome him back home to pour into our Lion family. Come join us this Friday!!
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Congratulations to our Most Spirited Athletes for this season. Drake Robins was named Most Spirited for boy's basketball, Myla Babiak was named Most Spirited for our Lady Lions basketball team, and Tamiyah Sapp was our Most Spirited 8th grade cheerleader. Thank you for giving it your all!
8 months ago, LBC Middle
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This week, we proudly celebrate our amazing school counselors who show up every day for our students in ways big and small. From academic guidance to emotional support, problem-solving, and simply being a safe space—your impact reaches far beyond the classroom. Thank you for advocating, listening, encouraging, and helping our students navigate life with confidence and purpose. Our school is better because of you, and we are so grateful for the heart you pour into our students and families every single day. 💙👏 Let’s show our counselors some love! 👏💙 #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #ThankYouCounselors #StudentSupport #SchoolFamily 💙
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