3rd-5th Grade Families: This is a reminder that SC Ready Reading testing is tomorrow and Friday.
A few important reminders:
• Testing begins at 8:00 AM daily
• Students must be on time (late arrivals will go to an alternate area)
• No early sign-outs during testing
Please help your child come prepared with a good night’s rest, a healthy breakfast, and a positive attitude.
Most importantly, we don’t want students to feel stressed—this test does not define them. We already know how amazing they are, and we just want them to do their best and shine!
To help avoid any additional fees, please make sure all student library books are turned in by Friday, May 8th.
You can help us by checking backpacks, car seats, and home reading spots—we know those books can hide in the best places! 😉
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our library collection complete and ready for all readers! 💙
It’s the perfect chance to stock up for summer reading adventures—every book your child picks comes with a FREE book to keep the pages turning all summer long! ☀️📖
🗓 Sale Dates: Wednesday, May 13 – Friday, May 15
👨👩👧 Family Night: Thursday, May 14 from 4:30–7:00 PM in the Media Center
🚨 Important Reminder: This is an E-WALLET/CARD ONLY event—NO CASH will be accepted. Please plan ahead and set up your child’s eWallet or send a card for purchases.
🔗 For full details and to set up your eWallet, visit: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/millbrookelementaryschool3
Thursday, May 28th is the last day of school and the last opportunity to pick up student medications. Any medication left after this date will be disposed of according to SC state law.
We are kindly asking for snack donations to support our 3rd–5th grade students during testing days. All donations should be peanut-free, please.
Testing dates are:
📅 May 5
📅 May 7 & 8
📅 May 12 & 14
📅 May 19 (4th grade only)
Your support helps keep our students energized, focused, and ready to show what they know. Thank you for helping us fuel their “brain power” and set them up for success!
Buy ONE book, get ONE FREE… the perfect way to stock up for summer reading adventures! Every book your child picks comes with a bonus book to keep the pages turning all summer long.
🗓 Sale Dates: Wednesday, May 13 – Friday, May 15
👨👩👧 Family Night: Thursday, May 14 from 4:30–7:00 PM in the Media Center
💳 Please note: This is a cashless fair—purchases must be made using eWallet or card.
👀 Preview Days:
• Monday, May 11 : Grades 3–5
• Tuesday, May 12 : 4K–2nd & SPED
We’d love your help! Volunteers are welcome for preview and shopping days—email Faith Barber at fbarber@acpsd.net if you’re interested.
🔗 For full details and to set up your eWallet, visit: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/millbrookelementaryschool3
Let’s build those home libraries and make this a summer full of reading! 📖✨
Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students at the 2026 ACPSD Fine Arts Festival! The community is invited to experience an inspiring showcase of the arts, featuring performances by our talented student groups on Friday, May 1st at 5:00 PM.
Additionally, come explore a vibrant collection of K–12 artwork on display throughout downtown at the Aiken Center for the Arts, highlighting the imagination and skill of students across the district. Whether you enjoy visual art, music, or live performances, this festival offers something for everyone.
Bring your family and friends and be a part of this exciting celebration of the arts in our community!
New AND returning student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is OPEN! 🎉
Head to acpsd.net to complete your child’s registration today. Students must be registered every year, and your early registration helps us plan ahead—determining class sizes and teacher allocations so we can set everyone up for success.
Thank you for helping us prepare for a great year ahead!
We are so grateful for each and every one of our amazing volunteers who step in, show up, and help make our events run so smoothly. From big events to the little behind-the-scenes moments, your time, energy, and heart make a difference every single day.
It truly wouldn’t be possible without you, and we are so thankful for such a supportive and caring community. You are what makes Millbrook so special!
Thank you for all you do—we appreciate you more than words can say! #MillbrookPRIDE
We’re excited to invite our Millbrook families to Family Movie Night this Friday from 6:00–8:00 PM! Join us in the cafeteria for a fun movie, and don’t forget to bring blankets or something comfy to sit on.
We’ll also have an outdoor activity where students can paint rocks to help beautify our campus—a fun way to leave their mark at school! (These rocks will stay on campus, so students can look for their creations around campus afterward 😊)
Come hungry! Farm Dogs and Flanigan's Ice Cream food trucks will be on site with items available for purchase.
This is a family event, so students must attend with a parent or guardian—we’re looking forward to enjoying the evening together!
Don’t worry about cooking dinner this Thursday—make it a fun and easy night out! Swing by Sonic on Whiskey Road anytime from 5:00–9:00 PM for our Spirit Night.
Just let them know you’re part of the Millbrook Family when you place your order, and 20% of donated receipts will go directly to our PTO, supporting our students, teachers, and school programs.
We’re so grateful for our partnership with Sonic and for the continued support from our amazing families. We hope to see you there! 💙
Aiken High School’s Educators Rising would like to invite you and your children to enjoy “A Royal Family Ball - Under the Sea” in the Aiken High School cafeteria on May 8th - 6:00-8:30 PM. This event is for families with young children to experience a “prom-like” event, where they get to dress up in fancy clothes, dance to fun music, eat delicious snacks, make crafts, play games, enjoy other activities, and take pictures of the memories!
Tickets are available on GoFan.com. See the link and QR Code in the picture. Costs are $5.00 for each child ages 3-years-old to 12-years-old (children 2 + under are free). All children must be accompanied by an adult family member (18-years-old and up). Costs for adult tickets are $10.00.
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Christa Franklin (cfranklin2@acpsd.net), the Educators Rising adviser and Early Childhood Education Instructor.
Testing season is almost here! 📝✨
We’re excited for our students to show all the hard work they’ve been putting in this year. Below you’ll find the upcoming testing dates—please be sure to mark your calendars!
To help students do their best, we encourage:
• A good night’s sleep before each test day
• A healthy breakfast in the morning
• Arriving to school on time and ready to focus
We’ve also included a helpful link for families with tips and resources to support your child in preparing for testing: https://ed.sc.gov/tests/assessment-information/student-and-parent-resources/
We are so proud of their effort and can’t wait to see them shine and show what they know! 💙
Every moment of support adds up to something bigger for our students.
This week we are proud to recognize the incredible volunteers who help bring our schools to life. It is a time to celebrate the staff, students, families, and community members who generously give their time to support learning in meaningful ways. Whether assisting in classrooms, supporting media centers, helping at school events, working behind the scenes, and so much more, our volunteers play a vital role in creating welcoming and successful school environments.
Help us say thank you and comment below to shout out a volunteer who makes a difference!
#ACPSDCelebrates #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek #AikenCountyPublicSchools
Don't forget, you can celebrate your child’s birthday in a special way! For just $10, we’ll display their name on our digital sign out front. It’s a fun way to make their day even more memorable!
📅 Deadline to submit forms: May 15, 2026
☀️ Summer birthdays included: June 1 – July 31, 2026
Sign up using the following link:millbrookpto.ptboard.com , or stop by the front office to pick up a paper form. Don’t miss out on this fun way to celebrate your student! 🎂
We are so excited for our Family Movie Night at Millbrook Elementary on Friday, April 24th from 6–8 PM! Bring the whole family and get cozy—the movie will be showing in the cafeteria, so don’t forget your blankets! 🧺✨
In celebration of Earth Day (April 22 🌎💚), students can also join us in the courtyard to paint rocks and help beautify our campus!
Come hungry! We’ll have Flanigan’s and Farm Dogs Hotdogs on site with delicious options available for purchase 🌭🚚
We can’t wait to see our Millbrook families there—it’s going to be a fun-filled evening! 🎉
Today, we proudly Purple Up in support of our military-connected students and families.
To our military families, thank you for your service, your strength, and the many sacrifices you make. We are honored to serve your children and celebrate them not just today, but every day.
"Purple up" with Aiken County Public Schools on Friday, April 17th, as we combine Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, Space Force blue and Coast Guard blue and wear PURPLE in a demonstration of support for the families of those who serve.
Help us honor the month of The Military Family by showing your support for the families of those who serve by wearing purple and thanking a military family for their bravery and service below. Make sure to tag us in your Purple Up posts!
In ACPSD we are committed to supporting every military child and ensuring they feel seen, valued, and connected no matter where their journey takes them. Visit our Purple Star webpages which provide easy access to resources, support services, transition tools, and important information to help every child thrive.
www.acpsd.net/purple-star
#ACPSDCelebrates #PurpleUp #AikenCountyPublicSchools
Forgot to order? No worries—it’s not too late to grab your copy. Just visit jostens.com to place your order today.
Not sure if you already ordered one? Feel free to contact our front office and we’ll be happy to verify for you. Please note that there will be limited quantities available.
Don’t miss out on capturing all the memories from this school year! 🎉
Today at 8:00 PM is your FINAL chance to submit your nomination for our amazing PTO Board!
📩 Send your nomination & a brief bio to:
millbrookelementarypto@gmail.com
🌟 Open positions:
President • Vice President • Secretary • Treasurer
This is your moment to jump in, get involved, and make a BIG impact on our school community! 💙
🗳 Elections are happening THIS Friday, April 17th!
Let’s keep making Millbrook an incredible place for our students to learn and grow! 📚✨
