🎉 Please help us welcome Mr. Jaquan Edwards to North Aiken Elementary! 🐻💙💛 We are excited to welcome Mr. Edwards to 2nd Grade and the House of Amistad! A proud graduate of Wingate University with three years of experience in education, he is passionate about creating a classroom where every child feels encouraged, challenged, and inspired to succeed. Welcome to The Den, Mr. Edwards! We are excited to have you as part of the North Aiken family and can’t wait to see the positive impact you’ll make on our students this year! #WelcomeToTheDen #NorthAikenElementary #MeetTheTeacher #FourHousesOneDen #HouseOfAmistad #FocusedOnLearningCommittedToAchievement
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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💛 Welcome to The Den💙 North Aiken Elementary is excited to welcome Mrs. Patience Russell to our counseling team! Mrs. Patience brings 20 years of experience supporting students and families, and we are thrilled that she will be joining Ms. Tutt as one of our dedicated School Counselors. Her passion for helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally makes her a wonderful addition to our Bear family. We can’t wait for our students to get to know her and experience the care, encouragement, and support she brings to our school each day. Please join us in giving Mrs. Patience a warm North Aiken Bears welcome! 💙💛🐻 #WelcomeToTheDen #NorthAikenElementary #SchoolCounselors #BearFamily #FourHousesOneDen
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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🐻📚 You're Invited to Meet the Teacher at North Aiken Elementary! 💙💛

Join us on Thursday, July 16, from 2:00 PM–6:00PM as we kick off an exciting new school year! Families will have the opportunity to:

✨ Meet your child's teacher and our amazing North Aiken staff
📚 Receive important information about the upcoming school year
📝 Sign up to become a member of our PTO
🎒 Drop off school supplies before the first day of school
🏠 New students can learn all about our House System and spin the House Wheel to discover their House!
🍔 Grab a bite to eat from Rollin' With Tha Food
🍋 Cool off with a refreshing drink from Boss Berry Lemonade & More

📢 Please register your student before this event to receive your child's class assignment and transportation information on July 16. School supply lists are available on our website and social media pages.

We can't wait to welcome our Bears and their families as we begin another incredible year of learning, growth, and achievement. See you on July 16! 🐻💙💛

#NorthAikenElementary #MeetTheTeacher #WelcomeToTheDen #FourHousesOneDen #FocusedOnLearningCommittedToAchievement #BackToSchool

about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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🐻💙 Welcome to the Den, Ms. Laureno! 💛🐻

Please join us in giving a warm North Aiken Bear welcome to Ms. Laureno, who is joining our team as a Special Education Teacher!
We are excited for our students and families to meet her and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make this school year.

Welcome to North Aiken Elementary, Ms. Laureno!
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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🍎 Meet Mrs. Jazmin Henderson! 🍎 Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Jazmin Henderson to the North Aiken Elementary family! We are excited to have her as part of our Bear family! 💙💛🐻
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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North Aiken 2026-27 Supply List

Feel free to bring in items on July 16th at our Meet the Teacher event from 2pm-6pm!

about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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Please help us welcome Mrs. Antwonia Opara to the North Aiken Elementary family! As a SPED Paraprofessional, she is passionate about supporting students, building strong relationships, and helping every child reach their full potential. We are excited to have her as part of our Bear family! 🐻💙💛
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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💙💛 Meet the Teacher Spotlight! 💛💙 Please join us in giving a warm North Aiken Bear welcome to Ms. Hannah Lorrick, our new 5K teacher! We can’t wait for our students and families to meet her during Meet the Teacher on Thursday, July 16, from 2:00–6:00 PM. Help us give Ms. Lorrick a big Welcome to the Den! 🐻💙💛
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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We are excited to welcome our newest Bears to North Aiken Elementary School! 🎉 To help your child have a smooth and successful start, all 5K students will participate in staggered attendance during the first week of school. 📅 July 20–23: Your child will attend ONE assigned day from 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. 📞 Parents will be contacted soon with your child’s assigned start date. 📅 Friday, July 24: ALL 5K students will attend a full day and begin following the regular school schedule for the remainder of the year. We can’t wait to begin this exciting journey with our newest Bears! 🐻💙 #NorthAikenElementary #WelcomeToTheDen #Rising5K #FutureBears #FourHousesOneDen #FocusedOnLearningCommittedToAchieveme
about 2 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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Mark your calendars for this year's completely free Back to School Bash, hosted by community organizer Victoria Paloma!

This exciting event will take place on July 18th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Roy Warner Park (6021 Roy Warner Park LN, Wagener, SC 29164) to help students kick off the school year with confidence.

Available on a first-come, first-served basis, children can receive free bookbags, school supplies, brand-new outfits, shoes, gift cards, fresh haircuts, professional hair braiding, food, and much more.

Please see the attached flyer for more information.

about 2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Flyer advertising a Back To School Bash in Wagener, SC. There will be free bookbags, food, clothes, shoes, gift cards and more. Contact Victoria at 803-681-0162 with questions or more information.
The curtain has closed on another incredible acGATEWAY summer! From stunning artwork to memorable performances, students spent the past several weeks learning, creating, and growing as artists. Congratulations to everyone who helped make the 2026 program such a special experience. Interested in joining the next generation of acGATEWAY artists? Keep an eye out for 2027 audition and application information coming this fall! #acGATEWAY #ACPSD

2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
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🍎🐻 Welcome to The Den! 🐻🍎 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting our New Teacher Meet & Greet at North Aiken Elementary! Our newest Bears were paired with their mentor buddies for the upcoming school year and spent the afternoon getting to know one another through a fun-filled Bingo challenge and an exciting scavenger hunt around the building. The time was filled with laughter, teamwork, great conversations, and delicious food as our new staff members explored their new home away from home. We were also grateful to have several community volunteers join us, helping to welcome our newest educators and showing firsthand the incredible support that makes North Aiken such a special place. To top it all off, each teacher had the opportunity to scratch and reveal the House they will proudly represent this year—an exciting moment that officially welcomed them into our North Aiken family! At North Aiken, we know it takes a village, and yesterday was a wonderful example of our school, staff, and community coming together to support the success of our students and teachers. We can't wait to see the impact these amazing educators will have on our school community. 💙💛 Welcome to The Den! 💙💛 #NorthAikenElementary #TheDen #FourHousesOneDen #BearPride #NewTeacherWelcome #TogetherIsBetter #CommunityStrong
3 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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PALMETTO CIVICS PROJECT AN INITIATIVE OF THE SC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Families are invited to participate in Summer SC 250 activities as South Carolina prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and our state’s important role in our nation’s history. These summer activities provide meaningful opportunities for students and families to learn, explore, and connect with local and state history. Take part and help celebrate South Carolina’s rich history, heritage, and contributions to our country.

The Palmetto Civics Project is a resource-rich initiative designed to foster students’ understanding of and respect for the institutions that sustain our civic life. Our goal is simple but profound: every South Carolina graduate will leave school prepared to embrace the privileges and the responsibilities of American citizenship.

Please visit SC Palmetto Civics Project to learn more.

3 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Logo for the South Carolina Palmetto Civics Project an Initiative of The SC Department of Education.

Healthy Meals at No Cost This Summer!

The Seamless Summer Meal Program is back for Summer 2026! We are dedicated to ensuring school-age children and eligible individuals have access to nutritious foods to learn, play, and grow all summer long.

Here is everything you need to know about locations, dates, and times:

Program Details

  • Who Qualifies: Healthy meals are served at no cost to school-age children 18 years & under, as well as disabled persons/children 21 years and under who are enrolled in school.

  • Onsite Policy: All meals MUST be eaten onsite.

  • Adult Meals: Adults are welcome to eat with their children! Adult meals can be purchased at the following rates: Breakfast: $3.20 | Lunch: $5.50.

Elementary School Locations

When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 18 Times: Breakfast: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

  • Belvedere Elementary: 115 Monterey Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6330

  • Busbee Elementary: 20 A. L. Corbett Circle, Wagener | 839-846-7008

  • Graniteville Elementary: 1 Willis Circle, Graniteville | 803-663-9998

  • JD Lever Elementary: 2404 Columbia Hwy, Aiken | 803-641-2760

  • Redcliffe Elementary: 22 Double Springs Rd, Aiken | 803-827-3350

  • Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary: 1081 Trojan Road, Monetta | 839-846-7010

High School Locations

When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 25 Times: Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

  • Aiken High School: 449 Rutland Drive, Aiken | 803-641-2500

  • Midland Valley High: 227 Mustang Drive, Graniteville | 803-593-7100

  • North Augusta High: 2000 Knobcone Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6100

  • Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High: 21071 Trojan Road, Monetta | 803-846-7010

  • Silver Bluff High: 64 Desoto Drive, Aiken | 803-652-8100

  • South Aiken High: 223 East Pine Log Road, Aiken | 803-641-2600

  • Wagener-Salley High: 326 Seivern Road, Wagener | 839-846-7006

Questions?

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Child Nutrition Program Director:

3 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Flyer for Chartwells Seamless Summer Meal Program. Healthy Meals at No cost. It lists the Elementary & High School Locations as well as the times. If you have questions, please contact Ebonee Maxwell at EMaxwell@acpsd.net or 803-991-3408.

Healthy Meals at No Cost This Summer!

The Seamless Summer Meal Program is back for Summer 2026! We are dedicated to ensuring school-age children and eligible individuals have access to nutritious foods to learn, play, and grow all summer long.

Here is everything you need to know about locations, dates, and times:

Program Details

  • Who Qualifies: Healthy meals are served at no cost to school-age children 18 years & under, as well as disabled persons/children 21 years and under who are enrolled in school.

  • Onsite Policy: All meals MUST be eaten onsite.

  • Adult Meals: Adults are welcome to eat with their children! Adult meals can be purchased at the following rates: Breakfast: $3.20 | Lunch: $5.50.

Elementary School Locations

When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 18 Times: Breakfast: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

  • Belvedere Elementary: 115 Monterey Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6330

  • Busbee Elementary: 20 A. L. Corbett Circle, Wagener | 839-846-7008

  • Graniteville Elementary: 1 Willis Circle, Graniteville | 803-663-9998

  • JD Lever Elementary: 2404 Columbia Hwy, Aiken | 803-641-2760

  • Redcliffe Elementary: 22 Double Springs Rd, Aiken | 803-827-3350

  • Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary: 1081 Trojan Road, Monetta | 839-846-7010

High School Locations

When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 25 Times: Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

  • Aiken High School: 449 Rutland Drive, Aiken | 803-641-2500

  • Midland Valley High: 227 Mustang Drive, Graniteville | 803-593-7100

  • North Augusta High: 2000 Knobcone Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6100

  • Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High: 21071 Trojan Road, Monetta | 803-846-7010

  • Silver Bluff High: 64 Desoto Drive, Aiken | 803-652-8100

  • South Aiken High: 223 East Pine Log Road, Aiken | 803-641-2600

  • Wagener-Salley High: 326 Seivern Road, Wagener | 839-846-7006

Questions?

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Child Nutrition Program Director:

3 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
Flyer for Chartwells Seamless Summer Meal Program. Healthy Meals at No cost. It lists the Elementary & High School Locations as well as the times. If you have questions, please contact Ebonee Maxwell at EMaxwell@acpsd.net or 803-991-3408.
🎓🐻 Today we proudly celebrated our amazing 5th grade students during the North Aiken Elementary promotion ceremony! What a special moment as we recognized their hard work, growth, leadership, and accomplishments throughout their elementary school journey. We are so proud of the young leaders they have become and cannot wait to see all the incredible things they will achieve in middle school and beyond! 💙💛 Congratulations, Class of 2026! Once a Bear, always a Bear! #NorthAikenElementary #TheDen #5thGradePromotion #BearPride #ClassOf2026 #TogetherIsBetter #FourHousesOneDen
3 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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Yesterday at North Aiken Elementary School, the pages came to life during our exciting Teacher vs. Students Battle of the Books Competition! Our students brought their best teamwork, reading knowledge, and competitive spirit, but in the end… the teachers managed to take the win this year! From cheering crowds to intense trivia rounds, the event was filled with laughter, excitement, and a shared love for reading. We are so proud of all of our participants for showing that reading truly is a pathway to success! 💙💛 #BattleOfTheBooks #PathwaysToSuccess #TheDen #NorthAikenElementary #ReadersAreLeaders #BearPride #TogetherIsBetter
3 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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Graduation week is here, and we can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2026 at their commencement ceremonies being held at USC Aiken's Convocation Center!

To help graduation attendees enjoy a smooth, stress-free day, please remember that there will be metal detection upon arrival. We kindly ask that you review the attached graphic for prohibited items, such as bags, balloons, and outside food, so you can leave those items safely in your vehicle before heading to the entrance.

Additionally, because the lobby can become crowded after the ceremony, please plan to meet your graduate outside the venue once the event concludes.

Thank you so much for your help in keeping this milestone safe, smooth, and unforgettable for everyone!

Upcoming Graduation dates and times are below for your convenience. Tickets are limited due to space, but we invite everyone to cheer on the Class of 2026 virtually by accessing the live streamed ceremonies on our website at www.acpsd.net/graduation.

District Completer Ceremony: May 27, 2026 | 5:00pm
Wagener-Salley High School: May 27, 2026 | 7:00pm
North Augusta High School: May 28, 2026 | 2:00pm
Aiken Scholars Academy: May 28, 2026 | 5:00pm
Aiken High School: May 28, 2026 | 8:00pm
Silver Bluff High School: May 29, 2026 | 9:00am
Ridge Spring-Monetta High School: May 29, 2026 | 12:00pm
South Aiken High School: May 29, 2026 | 3:00pm
Midland Valley High School: May 29, 2026 | 7:00pm

#ACPSD2026Grads #ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSDGraduation

3 months ago, Aiken County Public School District
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During our awards assemblies today, we had a few special recognitions from our friends at Aiken County Career & Technology Center and the American Heart Association! ❤️ We are so thankful for our community partners who continue to pour into and encourage our students. Thank you for helping us celebrate the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our Bears! 💙💛 #TheDen #NorthAikenElementary #BearPride #TogetherIsBetter
3 months ago, North Aiken Elementary
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Today we celebrated our amazing 4K and 5K graduates! 🎓✨ What a joy it has been to watch these students learn, grow, and shine throughout the year. From learning letters and numbers to building friendships and confidence, they have accomplished so much — and we could not be prouder! 💛 A very special shoutout goes to our incredible 4K and 5K teachers for the love, patience, creativity, and dedication they pour into their classrooms every single day. The strong foundation they build for our youngest learners makes such a lasting impact, and today’s celebrations are a reflection of their hard work and care. 🌟 Congratulations to all of our graduates and their families on this exciting milestone! Kindergarten and 1st grade, here they come! 🎉📚
3 months ago, North Aiken Elementary School
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