Ms. McGurk’s third-grade students enjoyed a warm and delicious holiday celebration! ⛄☕ Students had a sweet time creating marshmallow snowmen and sipping hot chocolate as they welcomed the holiday season together. Smiles, creativity, and cozy moments filled the room—making it a joyful way to bring in the holidays! 🎄💛💙🐬
16 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🎶💃 ¡Feliz Navidad, Dolphins! 🎄🐬

The halls of NAUES were filled with joy, music, and celebration today as the NAUES Chorus, along with Mr. Hill, Mr. Palmer, Mr. Badillo, and family, paraded through the school sharing the sounds of lively Spanish music with every pod! Smiles, clapping, and holiday cheer followed them every step of the way as students and staff enjoyed this special moment together.

We were also thrilled to welcome visitors who joined us in celebrating this festive tradition. Now in its second year, this wonderful and cheerful parade of good cheer has become a beloved way to kick off our holiday season—setting a positive, joyful tone and reminding us of the power of music, culture, and community.

What a beautiful way to spread happiness and start the season on such a high note. Once a Dolphin, Always a Dolphin! 💛💙🐬
¡Feliz Navidad! 🎄✨
16 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
Feliz Navidad Singing into the Holiday Season
🐬💛 December PE Leaders of the Month 💙🐬

We are so proud to recognize our December PE Leaders of the Month! These students have shown outstanding leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and sportsmanship during PE class. They lead by example, encourage others, and always give their best effort.

Way to go, Dolphins! Keep moving, leading, and shining! 🌟🏅

#NAUESDolphins #PELeaders #LeaderInMe #DolphinPride
16 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
December PE Leaders of the Month
🌟 DOLPHIN READING STARS ALERT! 🌟 We are so proud to celebrate our amazing readers who have reached exciting new milestones in their reading journeys! 📚✨ 📘 100 Book Club 👏 Novah Brown 📘 200 Book Club Emily Mcjunkin These dedicated Dolphins have put in the time, focus, and heart it takes to grow as readers—and we couldn’t be more proud of their accomplishments! Remember, Dolphins… 💛💙 It’s always a GREAT day to read a book—so READ, READ, READ! 💙💛 Keep swimming toward new goals! 🐬📚✨
16 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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❄️✨ WINTER BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT ✨❄️

All ACPSD schools and offices will be closed for Winter Break from December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026.

🎒 Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
(Monday, January 5 is a Teacher Work Day.)

We hope all of our Dolphin families enjoy a season filled with rest, joy, and time with loved ones. Stay safe, stay warm, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year! 💛💙🐬❄️
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🎄🎁 A Special Holiday Surprise in Mrs. Shelton’s Class! 🎁🎄

Mrs. Shelton’s students celebrated the Christmas season today in a truly heartfelt way! After working so hard—learning new skills, growing by leaps and bounds, and giving their very best each day—Mrs. Shelton couldn’t resist bringing a little Christmas magic to her classroom early.

Each student received a special gift as a way to celebrate their effort, growth, and accomplishments. Moments like these remind students how much they are valued and help create a warm, joyful classroom community.

What a beautiful way to honor hard work and spread holiday cheer! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #HolidayJoy #ClassroomCommunity #StudentSuccess
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🎅🎄 A Magical Day in Mrs. Rutland’s Class! 🎄🎅

Mrs. Rutland’s students had an exciting and unforgettable day today! Each student received a personalized letter from the one and only Santa Claus, addressed just to them—what a magical surprise that brought big smiles and holiday cheer all around!

To make the day even sweeter, students also had a terrific time decorating edible Christmas trees, combining creativity, fun, and a little holiday treat. Experiences like this create lasting memories while building classroom community and joy during the season.

What a wonderful way to celebrate the magic of Christmas together! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #HolidayMagic #ClassroomJoy #MakingMemories
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
Santa Letters and Christmas Party Time
🎨🦌 Creative Holiday Fun in First Grade! 🦌🎨

Mrs. Avila’s First Grade students enjoyed a festive and creative painting Christmas party today! Students had a blast painting their very own Christmas reindeer, expressing creativity while practicing fine motor skills and following directions.

Hands-on art experiences like this encourage imagination, build confidence, and bring so much joy to learning—what a wonderful way to celebrate the season together! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #FirstGradeFun #CreativeLearning #HolidayJoy
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
First Grade Christmas Paint Party
First Grade Christmas Paint Party
First Grade Christmas Paint Party
First Grade Christmas Paint Party
💙🎁 Spreading Joy Beyond Our School Walls 🎁💙

For the past three weeks, Mrs. Benson’s 5th grade students have been hard at work on a meaningful service-learning and character-building project focused on kindness, empathy, and community connection. Students thoughtfully created letters, handmade cards, crafts, and collected personal items, all with the goal of bringing joy and comfort to others.

Thanks to their dedication and generous hearts, over 40 beautifully decorated boxes were filled and delivered to residents at NHC Nursing Home—each box representing compassion in action and the true spirit of giving.

Adding to the joy, Mrs. DeLattre’s 4th grade students eagerly joined the project by painting Christmas ornaments to include in the boxes. Their creativity and enthusiasm made the gifts even more special and showed the power of collaboration across grade levels.

This project went far beyond crafts and donations. Students practiced:
✨ Writing skills through heartfelt letters
✨ Social-emotional learning by considering the needs and feelings of others
✨ Character development through service, empathy, and generosity
✨ Civic responsibility by strengthening connections within our local community

We are incredibly proud of our students for showing what it means to lead with kindness and make a positive impact. Projects like this not only enrich learning but also strengthen the bonds between our school and community. 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #ServiceLearning #CharacterCounts #CommunityStrong #OnceADolphinAlwaysADolphin
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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❄️ “Snow” Much Fun in First Grade! ❄️☃️

Ms. Council’s First Grade class had snow much fun creating editable snowmen after enjoying the classic story Frosty the Snowman! Students listened closely to the story and then used their creativity to design unique snowmen, making thoughtful choices about details, colors, and expressions.

This engaging activity supported important South Carolina First Grade standards, including:
📘 ELA (SC.ELA.1):
• Demonstrating understanding of a literary text through listening and discussion
• Retelling key details and describing characters and events
🎨 Fine Arts / Creative Expression:
• Using visual elements to represent ideas and stories
🧠 21st Century Skills:
• Creativity, following directions, and problem-solving

Hands-on activities like this help students strengthen comprehension while encouraging imagination and joyful learning. What a fun and festive way to bring reading to life! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #FirstGradeFun #SnowMuchFun #ReadingAndCreating #HandsOnLearning
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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Snowman Activity
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🏡✨ Innovative Learning in Fourth Grade GT Science! ✨🏡

Our Fourth Grade GT Science class with Mrs. Lewis is hard at work on an exciting Dream House Project that brings learning to life through creativity and real-world application. This interdisciplinary project challenges gifted students to think deeply and work strategically as they design a detailed, functional, and visually compelling house plan or model.

Through this project, students are integrating advanced skills across multiple disciplines, including:
📐 Math: Area, perimeter, volume, and budgeting/financial planning
🎨 Design: Balance, color, and architectural design principles
💻 Technology: Research tools and CAD (computer-aided design)
🧠 Critical Thinking: Complex problem solving, planning, and project management

This hands-on experience allows students to explore authentic concepts such as architecture, finance, and engineering, while strengthening collaboration, creativity, and perseverance. The result is thoughtful, innovative work that showcases both academic rigor and student imagination.

We are so proud of our students for rising to the challenge and for the meaningful learning happening every day in GT Science! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #GTScience #ProjectBasedLearning #FutureDesigners #FourthGradeLeaders
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🚂✨ All Aboard the Polar Express at NAUES! ✨🚂

Today was Polar Express Day, and our Dolphins truly took a magical journey to the North Pole thanks to our wonderful guest reader, Mr. John Felak!

Mr. Felak brought this timeless holiday classic to life for all grade levels, captivating students as they listened, imagined, and believed. The experience was made even more special as students gathered in the beautifully decorated First Grade pod, which set the perfect scene for this unforgettable holiday adventure.

After the story, our students enjoyed a cozy cup of hot chocolate, the perfect way to round out their Polar Express journey and add an extra touch of holiday magic. ☕❄️

We are incredibly grateful to Mr. Felak for sharing his time and love of reading with our students. Mr. and Mrs. Felak are co-owners of Look Away Inn in downtown North Augusta, and Mr. Felak also serves as a dedicated member of the North Augusta City Council. His visit is a wonderful example of how strong school–community partnerships enrich learning and create meaningful moments for our students.

A heartfelt thank you to our guest reader and to all of our community partners who continue to support North Augusta Elementary School. Experiences like this remind us that it truly takes a village—and we are so thankful for ours! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #PolarExpressDay #CommunitySupport #BelieveInTheMagic #OnceADolphinAlwaysADolphin
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🏠✨ Sweet Learning in Fourth Grade! ✨🏠

This week, our Fourth Grade students spent time designing and decorating their very own gingerbread houses, combining creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking into one fun and festive learning experience!

As students planned, built, and decorated their houses, they practiced important skills such as problem-solving, measurement, following multi-step directions, and teamwork—all while letting their imaginations shine. From carefully constructed walls to creative decorative details, each gingerbread house was a unique reflection of student effort and creativity!

📚 Curriculum Connections (SC Fourth Grade):
✔️ Math (SC.MATH.4): Applying measurement concepts, spatial reasoning, and geometry
✔️ ELA (SC.ELA.4): Following written directions, using descriptive language, and collaborating through discussion
✔️ 21st Century Skills: Creativity, collaboration, communication, and perseverance

Learning is always sweeter when students are engaged, hands-on, and having fun—what a fantastic way to bring standards to life! 💛💙🐬

#NAUESDolphins #SweetLearning #HandsOnLearning #FourthGradeFun #LearningIsEverywhere
17 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🎅✉️ Letters to Santa in Mrs. Rutland’s Class ✉️🎅

Mrs. Rutland’s class enjoyed a special writing activity as students spent time crafting friendly letters to Santa Claus! They thoughtfully checked in to see how Santa and the elves are doing during this busy time of year and, of course, shared one or two special items on their Christmas wish lists. 🎄✨

This festive writing experience encouraged creativity, kindness, and clear communication while helping students practice their letter-writing skills—all while spreading holiday cheer! What a wonderful way to combine learning and seasonal joy. 💛💙🐬🎅
19 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Letters to Santa
Letters to Santa
🧝‍♂️✨ Dress Like an Elf Day at NAUES ✨🧝‍♀️

Today was Dress Like an Elf Day, and our students truly delivered! 🎄
So many cheerful Santa’s helpers could be seen throughout the school, spreading Christmas joy and holiday cheer all day long! 💛💙🐬

✨ Special Surprise:
We were also thrilled to welcome a special visit from Buddy the Elf, who stopped by select classrooms, spreading cheer and checking in with our students to be sure they understood the most important mission of all—joy and happiness for everyone! 🎅🎄

Let’s wrap up the week by keeping our spirits bright and festive:

✨ Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Holiday Glow
Wear sparkles & shine!

🚂 Thursday, Dec. 18 – Polar Express Day
Wear school-appropriate pajamas

🎄 Friday, Dec. 19 – Deck the Halls Day
Wear your most festive Christmas attire

⏰ Important Reminders:
• Friday is a half day with student dismissal at 11:00 AM
• Lunch will NOT be served due to early dismissal

Thank you for helping us celebrate the season with joy, kindness, and Dolphin pride! 💛💙🐬🎄
19 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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📣 NAUES PE Highlights with Coach Turner! 🏀❄️

Coach Turner’s classes have been full of energy and fun this week as students rotated through exciting activity stations! 💪🎉

Our Dolphins practiced skills and teamwork at:
🏀 Basketball Stations
🏠 Gingerbread House & Snowman Building Challenges
❄️ Snowball Fight Practice
🤸 Gymnastics Stations

These engaging stations encouraged movement, creativity, cooperation, and lots of smiles! Way to go, Dolphins, and thank you Coach Turner for keeping PE fun and active! 💛💙🐬
19 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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📣 NAUES Semester Award Ceremony 🏆

We are excited to celebrate the hard work, growth, and achievements of our Dolphins during our Semester Award Ceremony!

📅 Friday, January 16, 2026

⏰ Ceremony Times by Grade Level:
• 8:00 AM – Kindergarten
• 8:45 AM – Fourth Grade
• 9:30 AM – Third Grade
• 10:15 AM – Fifth Grade
• 11:00 AM – First Grade
• 11:45 AM – Second Grade

Families of students who will be receiving awards will receive invitations closer to the date, along with additional details and reminders.

We look forward to celebrating our Dolphins and sharing this special moment with our school families! 💛💙🐬
19 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Semester Awards Times
🎒 HALF DAY REMINDER! 🎒
North Augusta Elementary will dismiss early on Friday, December 19, 2025.

🕚 Elementary Dismissal Time: 11:00 a.m.

Please plan accordingly for pickup and transportation. We hope all our Dolphins enjoy a great start to the holiday break! 💛💙🐬✨
21 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Half Day Reminder Friday, December 19, 2025 11:00 a.m.
💚🎄 Grinch Day Fun at NAUES! 🎄💚

What a Grinch-tastic day at North Augusta Elementary! Our school was filled with fantastic Grinch-inspired outfits, big smiles, and lots of holiday cheer. From head-to-toe green to creative accessories, our students and staff truly showed their Wholiday spirit!

The fun didn’t stop with the outfits—students enjoyed festive activities, laughter, and moments of joy that made the Grinch’s heart grow three sizes today. 💚✨

Thank you to everyone who joined in and helped make Grinch Day such a fun and memorable celebration! 💛💙🐬
23 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
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🌟🎉 First Grade Celebrations! 🎉🌟

We are excited to recognize our First Grade Leader Loot Winners, who consistently demonstrate what it means to be a leader at NAUES by making responsible choices, showing kindness to others, and setting a positive example for their peers. Your leadership helps make our school a better place every day! 👏💛

We also want to give a very special shout-out to our First Grade You Rock Winner, Logan! 🎉
Logan is a super smart and friendly young man who truly leads by example. He is always looking out for his classmates, offering help to anyone in need, and treating everyone with respect. Attentive and eager to learn new facts, Logan’s positive attitude and leadership shine both in and out of the classroom.

Way to go, First Grade leaders—and congratulations, Logan! You truly ROCK! 💛💙🐬
23 days ago, North Augusta Elementary
Leader Loot Winners
You Rock Winner First Grade