📚🐬 It’s Book Fair Time at NAUES! 🐬📚
We are excited to announce that our Spring Scholastic Book Fair will be open in the Library Media Center from February 26 – March 6!
🕒 Hours: 7:20 AM – 2:00 PM daily
Families are invited to join us for our special Lunch With Someone You Love days:
💛 Thursday, Feb. 26 – 4K, Kindergarten & 3rd Grade
💛 Friday, Feb. 27 – 1st Grade
💛 Monday, March 2 – 4th Grade
💛 Tuesday, March 3 – 2nd Grade
💛 Wednesday, March 4 – 5th Grade
This is a wonderful opportunity to shop for great books, support our school library, and share a special reading moment with your Dolphin!
To learn more about our fair or to set up an eWallet please visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/northaugustaelemschool2
We can’t wait to see our NAUES families at the Book Fair! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #ScholasticBookFair #LoveReading #DolphinReaders
Congratulations to our First Grade Leader Loot Winners for demonstrating outstanding leadership and making positive choices each day. We are so proud of the way you model our Leader in Me habits and help make NAUES a great place to learn and grow!
A special shout-out to our First Grade You Rock Winner, Macy!
Macy always listens, follows directions, and gives her best effort in everything she does. She is a kind and supportive friend to everyone and is truly a joy to have in class. Macy leads by example and shows what it means to be a responsible and caring leader.
Way to go, Macy, and congratulations to all of our First Grade leaders! Keep shining, Dolphins!
#NAUESDolphins #LeaderInMe #LeaderLoot #YouRock #FutureLeaders #FirstGradeSuccess
Ms. Rogers’ Kindergarten Multilingual Learners small group had a wonderful time rotating through engaging centers that made learning both fun and meaningful. Students practiced important early learning and language skills by:
• Building their names with Play-Doh
• Taking turns being the “teacher” during calendar time
• Sorting objects by color
• Counting and strengthening number skills
These hands-on activities help our young Dolphins build language development, confidence, and strong academic foundations in a supportive and engaging environment.
We are so proud of their hard work and growing skills. Way to go, Dolphins! 💛💙🐬
#NAUESDolphins #MultilingualLearners #FunFriday #HandsOnLearning #KindergartenSuccess
North Augusta Elementary was proud to recognize our February Habit Heroes at a special breakfast! These students were nominated by their teachers for demonstrating Habit 6: Synergize — working together and valuing the strengths and ideas of others.
What is Habit 6: Synergize?
Synergize means together is better! Students practicing this habit listen to others, respect differences, encourage teamwork, and help their group achieve more than any one person could alone.
Why it matters:
Learning to collaborate builds strong communication skills, positive relationships, and prepares students to be successful leaders, problem-solvers, and teammates.
How families can support Habit 6 at home:
• Encourage teamwork during chores, games, or family projects
• Talk about the importance of listening and respecting different ideas
• Celebrate group successes and how working together made a difference
🌟 Looking Ahead: March Focus – Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw
Habit 7 reminds us to take care of our whole selves by keeping balance in four areas:
Body (exercise, rest, healthy choices)
Brain (reading, learning, creativity)
Heart (kindness, friendships, family time)
Spirit (gratitude, positivity, purpose)
Why Habit 7 is important:
When students take care of themselves and maintain balance, they are happier, healthier, and ready to learn and lead.
Ways families can help:
• Encourage daily reading and learning time
• Support healthy routines for sleep, nutrition, and activity
• Spend time together talking, connecting, and practicing gratitude
• Help children balance schoolwork, activities, and downtime
We are so proud of our February Habit Heroes and grateful for our families and teachers who partner with us to grow student leaders every day!
#NAUESDolphins #LeaderInMe #HabitHeroes #Synergize #SharpenTheSaw 💛💙
Students stepped outside for a nature walk, taking time to slow down, observe, and notice the beauty all around them. From rustling leaves to bright blue skies and tiny details along the way, our young writers gathered inspiration from the world around them.
After their walk, students returned to the classroom and transformed their observations into beautiful haikus—capturing nature’s moments through creativity and thoughtful word choice.
What a wonderful way to combine outdoor learning, mindfulness, and poetry! We are so proud of our Dolphin writers for using their senses and their imaginations to bring nature to life through their words.
#NAUESDolphins #LearningEverywhere #OutdoorLearning #YoungWriters #LeaderInMe 💛💙
A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be donated directly to the NAUES PTO.
Come enjoy a delicious meal or sweet treat while supporting our Dolphin family! 💛💙
Our next All Pro Dads Meeting will be held on:
📅 Thursday, February 26, 2026
⏰ 7:45 AM
This month’s topic: Responsibility
Responsibility means being dependable, making good choices, and doing what you are supposed to do — even when it’s not easy. Together, we’ll talk about ways to help our students grow into responsible leaders at home, at school, and in our community.
We hope to see our Dolphin dads and their students there!
#NAUESDolphins #AllProDads #LeaderInMe #DolphinPride
Mark your calendars for these important and exciting events! 💛🐬
📅 Special Dates to Know
Feb. 20
⭐ Habit Hero Breakfast — 8:00 AM
Feb. 25
🔧 Techno Camp Applications Due (5th Grade)
Aiken County Career & Technology Center
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Feb. 26
👔 All Pro Dads — 7:45 AM
Topic: Responsibility
Being dependable, making good choices, and doing what you are supposed to do — even when it’s not easy.
📚 Spring Scholastic Book Fair
Feb. 26 – March 6
🙌 Volunteers Needed!
🔗 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4DAFA72BA0F85-61713211-spring#/
❤️🍽️ Lunch With Someone You Love Schedule
• Feb. 26 – 4K, K5, 3rd
• Feb. 27 – 1st
• Mar. 2 – 4th
• Mar. 3 – 2nd
• Mar. 4 – 5th
Feb. 27
🖤✨ Black History Month Program
⏰ 9:00 AM | 📍 School Stage
📚 Read Across America Week (March 2–6)
Celebrate the joy of reading!
💤 Mon 3/2: Pajamas
🎩 Tue 3/3: Favorite Hat
🤪 Wed 3/4: Wacky Outfit
👯 Thu 3/5: Dress Like Twins
🚀 Fri 3/6: Future Career
💻 Coding Camp Opportunity (Grades 3–5)
📅 March 29 – April 2
⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Aiken Elementary or Redcliffe Elementary
🚗 Parent transportation required
🗓 Registration opens March 5 at 4:00 PM
⚠️ Space is limited!
It’s a busy and exciting time at NAUES! Thank you for staying involved and supporting our Dolphin community. 💙💛
#NAUESDolphins #LeaderInMe #ReadAcrossAmerica #BlackHistoryMonth #BookFair #DolphinPride
Today was Buddy & Club Day at NAUES, and the excitement was felt all throughout the building! 💛💙
Students had a wonderful time learning, connecting, and having fun with friends and teachers. Pictured here are some of our students enjoying Sports Club with Mrs. Pope and Coach Turner!
We love seeing our Dolphins stay active, build teamwork skills, and make great memories together!
#NAUESDolphins #BuddyDay #ClubDay #LeaderInMe #DolphinPride
Today, First Baptist Church of North Augusta dropped off a basket full of delicious popcorn treats for our teachers and staff to enjoy during their afternoon professional development meeting.
Your thoughtful support helped make our day a little brighter and reminded us how fortunate we are to be part of such a caring community. Thank you for all you do to encourage and support our NAUES family!
#NAUESDolphins #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #ItTakesAVillage
Our NAUES Spring Scholastic Book Fair is right around the corner, and we need your help to make it a wonderful experience for our students!
We still have a major need for volunteers, especially during the week of March 2–6. If you’re available for even a short time, we would truly appreciate your support!
📚 Sign up to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4DAFA72BA0F85-61713211-spring
✔️ Please note: All volunteers must complete the online volunteer training for this school year prior to their scheduled time.
🎓 Volunteer Training:
https://www.acpsd.net/o/naues/page/volunteering
Your time and support help create a joyful Book Fair experience and strengthen our Dolphin community. Thank you for helping our readers grow! 💙📖
#NAUESDolphins #BookFairVolunteers #DolphinFamily #BetterTogether
North Augusta Elementary Dolphins are celebrating the joy of reading March 2–6, and we invite everyone to join the fun by participating in our themed dress-up days!
🗓 Read Across America Spirit Days
💤 Monday (3/2) – Sleepy Monday
Wear your pajamas!
🎩 Tuesday (3/3) – Top Hat Tuesday
Wear your favorite hat!
🤪 Wednesday (3/4) – Wacky Wednesday
Wear your wackiest outfit!
👯 Thursday (3/5) – Thing 1 & Thing 2 Thursday
Pick a friend and dress like twins!
🚀 Friday (3/6) – Future Friday
Dress up as your future career!
Let’s celebrate the power of reading, imagination, and learning together all week long! We can’t wait to see our Dolphins showing their school spirit and love for books! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #ReadAcrossAmerica #LoveReading #ReadersAreLeaders
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.
Help us congratulate Dr. Richard Ball, a math teacher at North Augusta High School, on being named a Golden Apple Award teacher by WJBF News Channel 6.
On Friday, February 13, he was surprised at North Augusta High School alongside several community business partners, Kroger, Universal Plumbing and Great Deals on Furniture.
“I think that the goal at the end of each day is for a kid to walk out with a little bit more joy from math,” Dr. Ball said during an interview with WJBF News Channel 6. “You have to treat them like they are like kids and teaching them a subject in a way that lets them be kids is the way I like to approach each lesson.”
Dr. Ball teaches a variation of math courses at North Augusta High School from Algebra to AP Calculus. The Buffalo, NY native moved to South Carolina and says he has been welcomed with open arms calling it his home away from home.
“Dr. Ball represents exactly what this profession is about. He challenges our AP Calculus students to think deeper, push harder, and reach higher, while at the same time meeting Algebra I students right where they are and refusing to let them give up on themselves. That range is rare. He makes advanced mathematics accessible and struggling students confident. The WJBF Golden Apple Award is well deserved—our school is stronger because of his commitment to every learner who walks into his classroom.”
“I think watching them grow is the pleasure of the job,” Dr. Ball said. “Yes, it would be fantastic if we all got A’s but it’s the person they become in the room. It’s great for all of us to achieve greatness, but it’s the person and the journey that is more important.”
Two other North Augusta teachers were surprised by WJBF News Channel 6: Mrs. Heather Parliament-Griffith, a 7th grade math teacher at Paul Knox Middle School and Mrs. Christine Witt, a kindergarten teacher at Hammond Hills Elementary School.
You can catch a news segment on each of the teachers starting Feb. 17 during the 5:30 PM broadcast. The remaining segments will air on Tuesday's on WJBF News Channel 6.
Our Dolphins are proud to celebrate Black History Month with a special school program!
🎭 Theme: Know the Past. Shape the Future.
📅 Friday, February 27
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 School Stage Area
This meaningful program will honor the achievements, contributions, and history that continue to inspire future generations. We are excited for our students to share their learning and talents as we reflect on the past and look ahead to the future.
💛💙 Join us as we celebrate history, culture, and the voices that help shape tomorrow! 🐬✨
Just a reminder for our Dolphin families:
📅 Wednesday, February 18, 2026
⏰ Early Dismissal at 11:30 AM
Please make arrangements for your child’s afternoon transportation. We appreciate your support in helping ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students.
Thank you for being a part of our NAUES family! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #EarlyDismissal #DolphinPride
Third graders in Ms. McGurk’s class made fractions extra fun by using conversation hearts to explore math concepts! Students practiced identifying, comparing, and creating fractions through this hands-on, Valentine-themed activity.
Learning was both meaningful and sweet as our Dolphins built their math skills while enjoying a fun classroom experience.
Way to go, Third Grade! We love seeing learning come to life! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #ThirdGradeFun #MathInAction #HandsOnLearning #LearningIsSweet
Today our Dolphins had a wonderful time celebrating Valentine’s Day with their classmates! Classrooms were filled with smiles, laughter, kindness, and sweet moments as friends enjoyed time together and shared in the fun.
Our school was full of joy and friendship, making it a truly special day for everyone!
Take a look at some highlights from today’s celebrations! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #ValentinesDay #DolphinFamily #KindnessMatters #MakingMemories
First graders in Ms. Council’s class had a fantastic time celebrating Valentine’s Day while keeping their learning hearts strong! Students practiced their math and graphing skills by sorting and creating bar graphs with colorful candy hearts.
From counting and comparing to analyzing their results, this hands-on activity made learning both fun and meaningful. The smiles said it all—our Dolphins truly enjoyed every sweet moment!
Way to go, First Grade! We love seeing our students combine celebration and learning. We know you LOVE learning! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #FirstGradeFun #LearningIsSweet #HandsOnLearning #WeLoveLearning
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of the Presidents Day Holiday.
We hope our Dolphin students, families, and staff enjoy a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved three-day weekend! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, February 17.
Happy Presidents Day from NAUES! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #PresidentsDay #NoSchool #DolphinPride
