đ⨠Elf Alert at NAUES! â¨đ
On Thursday, December 11, reports began swirling that a group of fun-loving elves had made a surprise visit to Mr. Badilloâs office to make sure he was fully committed to the Christmas spirit!
And oh my goodnessâdid they deliver! Nothing was safe from their festive mission. Desks, supplies, and even the drinks in the refrigerator were wrapped with care and Christmas cheer! đđ
As an added bonus, our kindergarten elves-in-training jumped in to help by coloring pictures of Mr. Badillo as an elf, officially inviting him to join their team and spread holiday joy throughout the school. đď¸đ
Mission accomplished! Christmas cheer is officially alive and well at NAUESâthanks to a little elf magic and a lot of smiles! đđđŹ
On Thursday, December 11, reports began swirling that a group of fun-loving elves had made a surprise visit to Mr. Badilloâs office to make sure he was fully committed to the Christmas spirit!
And oh my goodnessâdid they deliver! Nothing was safe from their festive mission. Desks, supplies, and even the drinks in the refrigerator were wrapped with care and Christmas cheer! đđ
As an added bonus, our kindergarten elves-in-training jumped in to help by coloring pictures of Mr. Badillo as an elf, officially inviting him to join their team and spread holiday joy throughout the school. đď¸đ
Mission accomplished! Christmas cheer is officially alive and well at NAUESâthanks to a little elf magic and a lot of smiles! đđđŹ
â¨đŹ NAUES Shines at the Area 2 Spelling Bee! đŹâ¨
Today, two of our outstanding fifth graders proudly represented North Augusta Elementary School at the Aiken County Area 2 Spelling Bee â William LaFlamme and Damien Guindin-Santiago!
We are so proud of both students for their hard work, determination, and wonderful representation of NAUES! đđ¤
A special congratulations to Damien Guindin, who placed 3rd overall and will serve as the Area 2 alternate at the district level! đđ
Way to go, Dolphins! đđŹđŤ
Today, two of our outstanding fifth graders proudly represented North Augusta Elementary School at the Aiken County Area 2 Spelling Bee â William LaFlamme and Damien Guindin-Santiago!
We are so proud of both students for their hard work, determination, and wonderful representation of NAUES! đđ¤
A special congratulations to Damien Guindin, who placed 3rd overall and will serve as the Area 2 alternate at the district level! đđ
Way to go, Dolphins! đđŹđŤ
NAUES Hosts a Magical Reindeer Games Night Filled with Art, Activities, and Holiday Cheer
North Augusta, SC â December 11, 2025
North Augusta Elementary School was overflowing with holiday joy and community spirit as students, families, teachers, and staff gathered for a truly unforgettable Reindeer Games Night from 5:00â7:00 p.m. The entire school sparkled with festive decorations, student artwork, and lively activities that welcomed the Holiday Season in the most heartwarming way.
As families entered the building, they were greeted by beautiful holiday art displays created by NAUES students during their Art classes. Under the direction of Art Teacher Mrs. Todd, students spent the past several weeks crafting festive pieces that transformed the halls into a winter wonderland. Mrs. Todd devoted countless hours after school to prepare and install each display, ensuring that every studentâs artwork shined just in time for the event. Her hard work brought color, creativity, and holiday spirit to every hallway.
Guests enjoyed strolling through each grade-level pod, where teachers had decorated their hallways and doors in imaginative holiday themesâfrom sparkling snow scenes to cheerful Christmas characters. Families participated in fun, theme-related activities in every pod and cast votes for their favorite decorations. While results are still being tallied, one thing is certain: the competition was friendly, festive, and fierce!
One of the eveningâs highlights took place in the Media Center, where students and parents gathered to play Ho Ho Ho Book Bingo! Laughter and excitement filled the room as participants eagerly marked their cards and celebrated their wins. Thanks to the incredible generosity of NAUES parent Michelle Krakowiak, every participant walked away with a brand-new book to enjoy this holiday season. Michelle designed the bingo cards and donated the majority of the books, helping make the activity a treasured memory for all.
Families also had the opportunity to visit the Santa Shop, where students carefully selected holiday gifts for loved ones with the help of PTO volunteers. With a wide variety of items to choose from, students delighted in the chance to shop independently and spread cheer through gift-giving.
To bring the evening to a festive close, the NAUES Chorus, under the direction of Mr. Steven Palmer, delivered a joyful Holiday Concert that filled the cafeteria with music. Their performance of classic and contemporary holiday songs truly captured the spirit of the season and brought the audience to warm applause.
What a night to remember!
North Augusta Elementary School extends heartfelt appreciation to the teachers, administrators, parents, PTO volunteers, students, and community members who worked tirelessly to make Reindeer Games 2025 such a spectacular success. Events like these reflect the heart of NAUESâwhere community, creativity, and joyful celebration bring us all together.
North Augusta, SC â December 11, 2025
North Augusta Elementary School was overflowing with holiday joy and community spirit as students, families, teachers, and staff gathered for a truly unforgettable Reindeer Games Night from 5:00â7:00 p.m. The entire school sparkled with festive decorations, student artwork, and lively activities that welcomed the Holiday Season in the most heartwarming way.
As families entered the building, they were greeted by beautiful holiday art displays created by NAUES students during their Art classes. Under the direction of Art Teacher Mrs. Todd, students spent the past several weeks crafting festive pieces that transformed the halls into a winter wonderland. Mrs. Todd devoted countless hours after school to prepare and install each display, ensuring that every studentâs artwork shined just in time for the event. Her hard work brought color, creativity, and holiday spirit to every hallway.
Guests enjoyed strolling through each grade-level pod, where teachers had decorated their hallways and doors in imaginative holiday themesâfrom sparkling snow scenes to cheerful Christmas characters. Families participated in fun, theme-related activities in every pod and cast votes for their favorite decorations. While results are still being tallied, one thing is certain: the competition was friendly, festive, and fierce!
One of the eveningâs highlights took place in the Media Center, where students and parents gathered to play Ho Ho Ho Book Bingo! Laughter and excitement filled the room as participants eagerly marked their cards and celebrated their wins. Thanks to the incredible generosity of NAUES parent Michelle Krakowiak, every participant walked away with a brand-new book to enjoy this holiday season. Michelle designed the bingo cards and donated the majority of the books, helping make the activity a treasured memory for all.
Families also had the opportunity to visit the Santa Shop, where students carefully selected holiday gifts for loved ones with the help of PTO volunteers. With a wide variety of items to choose from, students delighted in the chance to shop independently and spread cheer through gift-giving.
To bring the evening to a festive close, the NAUES Chorus, under the direction of Mr. Steven Palmer, delivered a joyful Holiday Concert that filled the cafeteria with music. Their performance of classic and contemporary holiday songs truly captured the spirit of the season and brought the audience to warm applause.
What a night to remember!
North Augusta Elementary School extends heartfelt appreciation to the teachers, administrators, parents, PTO volunteers, students, and community members who worked tirelessly to make Reindeer Games 2025 such a spectacular success. Events like these reflect the heart of NAUESâwhere community, creativity, and joyful celebration bring us all together.
đ Join Us for a Night of Christmas Cheer at NAUES Reindeer Games! đ
Please join us for an evening filled with Christmas magic and family fun at our annual NAUES Reindeer Games Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM â 7:00 PM!
Students, accompanied by their parents, are invited to visit as many festive event stations as time allows. To be entered for a chance to win a special prize, students must visit and participate in at least three pod stations throughout the night.
đś NAUES Chorus Performance
Our amazing NAUES Chorus will fill the cafeteria with holiday cheer beginning at 6:30 PMâyou wonât want to miss their joyful Christmas songs!
đ Santa Shop
The Santa Shop will also be open for holiday shopping. Cash only, please.
â Food Truck Fun!
We are thrilled to welcome Lilly Coffee, Tea & Bread Food Truck, offering delicious Vietnamese flavors and boba delightsâright here in our neighborhood!
Learn more: https://lilycoffeeteabread.com/food-truck-catering/
We canât wait to kick off the holiday season with our Dolphin families! đđ
See you at Reindeer Games Night!
Please join us for an evening filled with Christmas magic and family fun at our annual NAUES Reindeer Games Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM â 7:00 PM!
Students, accompanied by their parents, are invited to visit as many festive event stations as time allows. To be entered for a chance to win a special prize, students must visit and participate in at least three pod stations throughout the night.
đś NAUES Chorus Performance
Our amazing NAUES Chorus will fill the cafeteria with holiday cheer beginning at 6:30 PMâyou wonât want to miss their joyful Christmas songs!
đ Santa Shop
The Santa Shop will also be open for holiday shopping. Cash only, please.
â Food Truck Fun!
We are thrilled to welcome Lilly Coffee, Tea & Bread Food Truck, offering delicious Vietnamese flavors and boba delightsâright here in our neighborhood!
Learn more: https://lilycoffeeteabread.com/food-truck-catering/
We canât wait to kick off the holiday season with our Dolphin families! đđ
See you at Reindeer Games Night!
⨠Tacky Tuesday Fun at NAUES! â¨
Today was Tacky Tuesday, and our Dolphins did not disappoint! From crazy sweaters to wild patterns and festive flair, our school was bursting with holiday cheer! đđđ
We are in week two of three weeks of joyful celebrations â and the fun continues! đđ
đ This Weekâs Remaining Spirit Days:
â Wednesday: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf ears, or your favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday: Pod Squad Style â dress like your podâs theme and join us for Reindeer Games Night from 5â7 PM!
đ Friday: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show your Wholiday cheer!
⨠Next Week â Week Three Spirit Days:
đ Monday, Dec. 15: Wear Blue & White for Hanukkah
đ Tuesday, Dec. 16: Dress Like an Elf Day!
⨠Wednesday, Dec. 17: Holiday Glow â Wear Sparkles & Shine!
đ Thursday, Dec. 18: Polar Express Day â Wear school-appropriate pajamas!
đ Friday, Dec. 19: Deck the Halls Day + Half-Day Dismissal at 11:00 AM â wear your most festive Christmas attire!
We love seeing our students and staff celebrate together.
Letâs keep the joy, creativity, and Dolphin pride shining all the way through December! đđđŹâ¨
Today was Tacky Tuesday, and our Dolphins did not disappoint! From crazy sweaters to wild patterns and festive flair, our school was bursting with holiday cheer! đđđ
We are in week two of three weeks of joyful celebrations â and the fun continues! đđ
đ This Weekâs Remaining Spirit Days:
â Wednesday: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf ears, or your favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday: Pod Squad Style â dress like your podâs theme and join us for Reindeer Games Night from 5â7 PM!
đ Friday: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show your Wholiday cheer!
⨠Next Week â Week Three Spirit Days:
đ Monday, Dec. 15: Wear Blue & White for Hanukkah
đ Tuesday, Dec. 16: Dress Like an Elf Day!
⨠Wednesday, Dec. 17: Holiday Glow â Wear Sparkles & Shine!
đ Thursday, Dec. 18: Polar Express Day â Wear school-appropriate pajamas!
đ Friday, Dec. 19: Deck the Halls Day + Half-Day Dismissal at 11:00 AM â wear your most festive Christmas attire!
We love seeing our students and staff celebrate together.
Letâs keep the joy, creativity, and Dolphin pride shining all the way through December! đđđŹâ¨
đ Spreading Christmas Kindness at NAUES đ
Today, our Dolphin family was uplifted by a heartfelt act of generosity. Members of Victory Baptist Churchâalong with a caring NAUES teacher, their family, and friends near and far (even as far as Maryland and Virginia)âcame together to bless students in our community with Christmas gifts. đâ¨
This was not part of an organized program, but rather a quiet act of kindness that grew beyond expectations. One conversation sparked a wave of giving, reminding us that compassion doesnât require recognitionâit simply requires heart. đđŹ
â¤ď¸ Thank you to Victory Baptist Church, to those behind the scenes, and to everyone who gave anonymously and joyfully. Your generosity brings light, hope, and holiday magic to our students.
⨠As we celebrate this beautiful spirit of giving, we want to remind families that our Toys for Tots drive is still underway!
đ Donations of new, unwrapped toys may be dropped off in the front office or library through Thursday, December 18.
Together, letâs continue spreading kindness and joy throughout the holiday season. đđđ
Today, our Dolphin family was uplifted by a heartfelt act of generosity. Members of Victory Baptist Churchâalong with a caring NAUES teacher, their family, and friends near and far (even as far as Maryland and Virginia)âcame together to bless students in our community with Christmas gifts. đâ¨
This was not part of an organized program, but rather a quiet act of kindness that grew beyond expectations. One conversation sparked a wave of giving, reminding us that compassion doesnât require recognitionâit simply requires heart. đđŹ
â¤ď¸ Thank you to Victory Baptist Church, to those behind the scenes, and to everyone who gave anonymously and joyfully. Your generosity brings light, hope, and holiday magic to our students.
⨠As we celebrate this beautiful spirit of giving, we want to remind families that our Toys for Tots drive is still underway!
đ Donations of new, unwrapped toys may be dropped off in the front office or library through Thursday, December 18.
Together, letâs continue spreading kindness and joy throughout the holiday season. đđđ
đŁ Game Truck Update! đđŽ
Due to a grade-level field trip taking place on the originally scheduled day, our Game Truck Reward Event will be rescheduled.
We want ALL qualifying students to enjoy their well-earned game time â so weâre working to secure a new date that ensures everyone can participate!
âĄď¸ As soon as the new date is confirmed, we will share it with our Dolphin families.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility â we canât wait to celebrate our top sellers with an awesome Game Truck experience soon! đđđŹđ
Due to a grade-level field trip taking place on the originally scheduled day, our Game Truck Reward Event will be rescheduled.
We want ALL qualifying students to enjoy their well-earned game time â so weâre working to secure a new date that ensures everyone can participate!
âĄď¸ As soon as the new date is confirmed, we will share it with our Dolphin families.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility â we canât wait to celebrate our top sellers with an awesome Game Truck experience soon! đđđŹđ
đŁ Itâs Game Truck Time at NAUES! đŽđ
Get ready, Dolphins â our Worldâs Finest Chocolate fundraiser reward is rolling in THIS Wednesday at 10:00 AM! đŤâ¨
đ Students who sold 3 or more boxes OR families with siblings totaling 5 or more boxes will enjoy an awesome Game Truck experience!
đšď¸ Each qualifying child will get 30 minutes of game time inside the truck â talk about FUN motivation and sweet rewards for their hard work!
Thank you to our amazing Dolphin families for supporting our school â we canât wait to celebrate our top sellers with some gaming excitement! đđđŹ
Get ready, Dolphins â our Worldâs Finest Chocolate fundraiser reward is rolling in THIS Wednesday at 10:00 AM! đŤâ¨
đ Students who sold 3 or more boxes OR families with siblings totaling 5 or more boxes will enjoy an awesome Game Truck experience!
đšď¸ Each qualifying child will get 30 minutes of game time inside the truck â talk about FUN motivation and sweet rewards for their hard work!
Thank you to our amazing Dolphin families for supporting our school â we canât wait to celebrate our top sellers with some gaming excitement! đđđŹ
đ Join Us for a Night of Christmas Cheer at NAUES Reindeer Games! đ
Please join us for an evening filled with Christmas magic and family fun at our annual NAUES Reindeer Games Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM â 7:00 PM!
Students, accompanied by their parents, are invited to visit as many festive event stations as time allows. To be entered for a chance to win a special prize, students must visit and participate in at least three pod stations throughout the night.
đś NAUES Chorus Performance
Our amazing NAUES Chorus will fill the cafeteria with holiday cheer beginning at 6:30 PMâyou wonât want to miss their joyful Christmas songs!
đ Santa Shop
The Santa Shop will also be open for holiday shopping. Cash only, please.
â Food Truck Fun!
We are thrilled to welcome Lilly Coffee, Tea & Bread Food Truck, offering delicious Vietnamese flavors and boba delightsâright here in our neighborhood!
Learn more: https://lilycoffeeteabread.com/food-truck-catering/
We canât wait to kick off the holiday season with our Dolphin families! đđ
See you at Reindeer Games Night!
Please join us for an evening filled with Christmas magic and family fun at our annual NAUES Reindeer Games Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM â 7:00 PM!
Students, accompanied by their parents, are invited to visit as many festive event stations as time allows. To be entered for a chance to win a special prize, students must visit and participate in at least three pod stations throughout the night.
đś NAUES Chorus Performance
Our amazing NAUES Chorus will fill the cafeteria with holiday cheer beginning at 6:30 PMâyou wonât want to miss their joyful Christmas songs!
đ Santa Shop
The Santa Shop will also be open for holiday shopping. Cash only, please.
â Food Truck Fun!
We are thrilled to welcome Lilly Coffee, Tea & Bread Food Truck, offering delicious Vietnamese flavors and boba delightsâright here in our neighborhood!
Learn more: https://lilycoffeeteabread.com/food-truck-catering/
We canât wait to kick off the holiday season with our Dolphin families! đđ
See you at Reindeer Games Night!
đ HALF DAY REMINDER! đ
North Augusta Elementary will dismiss early on Friday, December 19, 2025.
đ 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! đđđŹâ¨
North Augusta Elementary will dismiss early on Friday, December 19, 2025.
đ 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! đđđŹâ¨
đŞľâ¤ď¸đ Mad About Plaid Day! â¤ď¸đđŞľ
Today our halls were filled with festive flannel as students and staff embraced Mad About Plaid Day! From cozy checks to bright buffalo plaid â the creativity and holiday spirit were on full display! đâ¨
And the fun keeps rolling! Check out next weekâs Spirit Days:
â Monday, Dec. 8: Wear Red, Green & Black for Kwanzaa
đ Tuesday, Dec. 9: Tacky Tuesday â Rock your tackiest holiday sweater!
â Wednesday, Dec. 10: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf ears, or your favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday, Dec. 11: Pod Squad Style â Dress like your podâs theme for our Reindeer Games Night
đ Friday, Dec. 12: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show off your Wholiday cheer!
đ Santa Shop Reminder!
Our Santa Shop will be open all next week for students to shop for family and friends.
𧞠Cash only, please
đ Open during Reindeer Games Night on Thursday from 5:00â7:00 p.m.
đŚâ¨ Reindeer Games Night Reminder!
Donât forget to join us on Thursday from 5:00â7:00 p.m. for all the fun of Reindeer Games throughout the school! Games, activities, shopping, and holiday cheer await our Dolphin families! đđđŹ
Today our halls were filled with festive flannel as students and staff embraced Mad About Plaid Day! From cozy checks to bright buffalo plaid â the creativity and holiday spirit were on full display! đâ¨
And the fun keeps rolling! Check out next weekâs Spirit Days:
â Monday, Dec. 8: Wear Red, Green & Black for Kwanzaa
đ Tuesday, Dec. 9: Tacky Tuesday â Rock your tackiest holiday sweater!
â Wednesday, Dec. 10: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf ears, or your favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday, Dec. 11: Pod Squad Style â Dress like your podâs theme for our Reindeer Games Night
đ Friday, Dec. 12: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show off your Wholiday cheer!
đ Santa Shop Reminder!
Our Santa Shop will be open all next week for students to shop for family and friends.
𧞠Cash only, please
đ Open during Reindeer Games Night on Thursday from 5:00â7:00 p.m.
đŚâ¨ Reindeer Games Night Reminder!
Donât forget to join us on Thursday from 5:00â7:00 p.m. for all the fun of Reindeer Games throughout the school! Games, activities, shopping, and holiday cheer await our Dolphin families! đđđŹ
đ⨠First Grade Field Trip Fun! â¨đ
Our first graders had a magical day at Augusta Universityâs Maxwell Theater enjoying âItâs the Night Before Christmasâ performed by The Augusta West Performing Companies! đŤ
From Santa in his workshop to playful elves, twinkling reindeer, and even a surprise visit from the Grinch â the dazzling dancers brought the miracle and magic of Christmas beautifully to life! đ đŚđđ
The joy, wonder, and excitement in the air made this performance truly unforgettable. What a wonderful way to kick off the season and get into the Christmas spirit! đâ¤ď¸
Thank you to Augusta West and Augusta University for sharing this festive experience with our students â their smiles said it all! đđđŹ
Our first graders had a magical day at Augusta Universityâs Maxwell Theater enjoying âItâs the Night Before Christmasâ performed by The Augusta West Performing Companies! đŤ
From Santa in his workshop to playful elves, twinkling reindeer, and even a surprise visit from the Grinch â the dazzling dancers brought the miracle and magic of Christmas beautifully to life! đ đŚđđ
The joy, wonder, and excitement in the air made this performance truly unforgettable. What a wonderful way to kick off the season and get into the Christmas spirit! đâ¤ď¸
Thank you to Augusta West and Augusta University for sharing this festive experience with our students â their smiles said it all! đđđŹ
đ ⨠Gingerbread Fun in the Library! â¨đ
This week in the NAUES Library, our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade students stepped into the magical world of Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett! đŞđ
After enjoying this delightful read-aloud, students worked collaboratively in small groups to design and build a cozy home for their paper gingerbread baby. Using a variety of hands-on materials, they engineered walls, roofs, doors, and decorations â all while imagining, problem-solving, and creating together! đ§ąđ¨
These kinds of creative, hands-on learning experiences help young learners develop teamwork, communication, fine motor skills, and the ability to think like little engineers. The room was filled with curiosity, excitement, and joyful learning â and Gingerbread Babies everywhere were well taken care of! đŹđ
We love watching our youngest Dolphins learn through play, explore their imagination, and collaborate â itâs what makes the library such a magical place to grow! â¨đđ
This week in the NAUES Library, our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade students stepped into the magical world of Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett! đŞđ
After enjoying this delightful read-aloud, students worked collaboratively in small groups to design and build a cozy home for their paper gingerbread baby. Using a variety of hands-on materials, they engineered walls, roofs, doors, and decorations â all while imagining, problem-solving, and creating together! đ§ąđ¨
These kinds of creative, hands-on learning experiences help young learners develop teamwork, communication, fine motor skills, and the ability to think like little engineers. The room was filled with curiosity, excitement, and joyful learning â and Gingerbread Babies everywhere were well taken care of! đŹđ
We love watching our youngest Dolphins learn through play, explore their imagination, and collaborate â itâs what makes the library such a magical place to grow! â¨đđ
⨠First Grade Celebration Alert! â¨
This week, our First Grade Leader Loot winners and You Rock Award recipient are shining bright at NAUES! đđđŹ
đĽ Leader Loot Winners
These incredible students showed leadership, responsibility, and Dolphin-level character â way to go, leaders! đ
đ You Rock Winner â Zoey! đ
Zoey is an absolute ray of sunshine in our first grade hallway! She is smart, hardworking, and always gives her very best in everything she does. Zoey treats others with kindness, is ready to lend a helping hand, and brings joy into every room she walks into. We are so proud of her â she truly ROCKS! đđ
This week, our First Grade Leader Loot winners and You Rock Award recipient are shining bright at NAUES! đđđŹ
đĽ Leader Loot Winners
These incredible students showed leadership, responsibility, and Dolphin-level character â way to go, leaders! đ
đ You Rock Winner â Zoey! đ
Zoey is an absolute ray of sunshine in our first grade hallway! She is smart, hardworking, and always gives her very best in everything she does. Zoey treats others with kindness, is ready to lend a helping hand, and brings joy into every room she walks into. We are so proud of her â she truly ROCKS! đđ
đđ A Holiday Storytime to Remember! đđ
Today, our fourth graders were treated to a magical moment in the pod as Mrs. Delattre brought Olive, the Other Reindeer to life through a fun and dramatic read-aloud! đđŚâ¨
With expressive voices, lively gestures, and holiday cheer filling the room, Mrs. Delattre reminded us all that reading isnât just about wordsâitâs about imagination, joy, and bringing stories to life. â¤ď¸
Our Dolphins were captivated and inspiredâthank you, Mrs. Delattre, for making reading an adventure and spreading Christmas spirit across Fourth Grade! đđđŹđ
Today, our fourth graders were treated to a magical moment in the pod as Mrs. Delattre brought Olive, the Other Reindeer to life through a fun and dramatic read-aloud! đđŚâ¨
With expressive voices, lively gestures, and holiday cheer filling the room, Mrs. Delattre reminded us all that reading isnât just about wordsâitâs about imagination, joy, and bringing stories to life. â¤ď¸
Our Dolphins were captivated and inspiredâthank you, Mrs. Delattre, for making reading an adventure and spreading Christmas spirit across Fourth Grade! đđđŹđ
đ ALL PRO DAD DECEMBER MEETING UPDATE đ
We regret to share that our December All Pro Dad Meetingâon the character trait of Joyâwill not be held as scheduled. Thank you for your understanding.
Even though we cannot meet this month, we still want to support our Dolphin families with meaningful ways to nurture joy in our studentsâ daily lives.
⨠DECEMBER CHARACTER TRAIT: JOY
Definition: Joy is a feeling of happiness and contentment that comes from within. It grows through gratitude, kindness, connection, and noticing the good around us.
Why Joy Matters:
Joyful students are more resilient, confident, compassionate, and engaged in learning. Joy helps children build positive relationships and develop a mindset that carries them through challenges.
đ Helpful Tips for Building Joy in Your Studentâs Daily Life
đ Practice Daily Gratitude
Encourage your child to name one thing they are thankful for each day. Gratitude helps students focus on whatâs good.
đ Create Moments of Connection
Read together, share stories, take a walk, or play a quick game. Small moments create big feelings of joy.
đ Celebrate Small Wins
Praise effort and progressânot just perfection. Recognizing little successes boosts confidence and joy.
đ Model Joyful Behavior
Let students see joy in actionâsmile, laugh together, share appreciation, and celebrate everyday moments.
đ Encourage Kindness
Helping others sparks joy in both the giver and receiver. Invite your child to participate in small acts of kindness.
đ Reframe Challenges
Support students in finding solutions and silver linings when things get tough. This builds emotional resilience.
đ Slow Down and Notice the Good
Take time to appreciate simple joys: a cozy blanket, colorful artwork, a favorite snack, or a moment of calm.
âď¸ JANUARY ALL PRO DAD MEETING
đ Thursday, January 29, 2026
⨠Character Trait: Optimism
We look forward to seeing our Dolphin families in January as we continue growing strong character, strong connections, and strong leaders! đđđŹ
We regret to share that our December All Pro Dad Meetingâon the character trait of Joyâwill not be held as scheduled. Thank you for your understanding.
Even though we cannot meet this month, we still want to support our Dolphin families with meaningful ways to nurture joy in our studentsâ daily lives.
⨠DECEMBER CHARACTER TRAIT: JOY
Definition: Joy is a feeling of happiness and contentment that comes from within. It grows through gratitude, kindness, connection, and noticing the good around us.
Why Joy Matters:
Joyful students are more resilient, confident, compassionate, and engaged in learning. Joy helps children build positive relationships and develop a mindset that carries them through challenges.
đ Helpful Tips for Building Joy in Your Studentâs Daily Life
đ Practice Daily Gratitude
Encourage your child to name one thing they are thankful for each day. Gratitude helps students focus on whatâs good.
đ Create Moments of Connection
Read together, share stories, take a walk, or play a quick game. Small moments create big feelings of joy.
đ Celebrate Small Wins
Praise effort and progressânot just perfection. Recognizing little successes boosts confidence and joy.
đ Model Joyful Behavior
Let students see joy in actionâsmile, laugh together, share appreciation, and celebrate everyday moments.
đ Encourage Kindness
Helping others sparks joy in both the giver and receiver. Invite your child to participate in small acts of kindness.
đ Reframe Challenges
Support students in finding solutions and silver linings when things get tough. This builds emotional resilience.
đ Slow Down and Notice the Good
Take time to appreciate simple joys: a cozy blanket, colorful artwork, a favorite snack, or a moment of calm.
âď¸ JANUARY ALL PRO DAD MEETING
đ Thursday, January 29, 2026
⨠Character Trait: Optimism
We look forward to seeing our Dolphin families in January as we continue growing strong character, strong connections, and strong leaders! đđđŹ
đ⨠Dress Like a Christmas Tree Day was a HIT! â¨đ
Our halls were shining bright today with the most creative and festive âbranchâ of students and staff youâve ever seen! From twinkling lights to sparkling ornaments, our Dolphins truly brought the holiday spirit to life! đđđŹ
And the fun doesnât stop hereâcheck out our upcoming Holiday Spirit Days and keep the cheer going all month long! đ
â This Weekâs Spirit Days
⨠Friday: Mad About Plaid! Wear your favorite flannel â¤ď¸đ
â Next Weekâs Spirit Days
đĽđŠâŹ Monday, Dec. 8: Wear Red, Green & Black for Kwanzaa
đ Tuesday, Dec. 9: Tacky Tuesday â Rock your tackiest holiday sweater!
â Wednesday, Dec. 10: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf earsâyour favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday, Dec. 11: Pod Squad Style â Dress like your podâs theme for our Reindeer Games Night!
đ Friday, Dec. 12: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show off your Wholiday cheer!
Our halls were shining bright today with the most creative and festive âbranchâ of students and staff youâve ever seen! From twinkling lights to sparkling ornaments, our Dolphins truly brought the holiday spirit to life! đđđŹ
And the fun doesnât stop hereâcheck out our upcoming Holiday Spirit Days and keep the cheer going all month long! đ
â This Weekâs Spirit Days
⨠Friday: Mad About Plaid! Wear your favorite flannel â¤ď¸đ
â Next Weekâs Spirit Days
đĽđŠâŹ Monday, Dec. 8: Wear Red, Green & Black for Kwanzaa
đ Tuesday, Dec. 9: Tacky Tuesday â Rock your tackiest holiday sweater!
â Wednesday, Dec. 10: Tree Topper Day â Santa hats, antlers, elf earsâyour favorite festive headpiece!
đŚ Thursday, Dec. 11: Pod Squad Style â Dress like your podâs theme for our Reindeer Games Night!
đ Friday, Dec. 12: Grinch Day â Wear GREEN and show off your Wholiday cheer!
đ⨠Second Grade Field Trip Fun! â¨đ
Our amazing second graders had a wonderful time today on their field trip to see A Charlie Brown Christmas Live performed by The Augusta Players ! đđŤ
From the festive music to the heartfelt message of the season, our Dolphins were all smiles as they enjoyed this classic holiday performance. đđđŹ
A huge thank you to The Augusta Players and The Kroc Center for helping create such a magical experience for our students!
#NAUES #DolphinPride #FieldTripFun #HolidayMagic #ACharlieBrownChristmas
Our amazing second graders had a wonderful time today on their field trip to see A Charlie Brown Christmas Live performed by The Augusta Players ! đđŤ
From the festive music to the heartfelt message of the season, our Dolphins were all smiles as they enjoyed this classic holiday performance. đđđŹ
A huge thank you to The Augusta Players and The Kroc Center for helping create such a magical experience for our students!
#NAUES #DolphinPride #FieldTripFun #HolidayMagic #ACharlieBrownChristmas
đ NAUES TOY DRIVE ⢠TOYS FOR TOTS đ
Now through December 18, 2025
This holiday season, North Augusta Elementary is proud to partner with Toys for Tots to help spread joy and Christmas magic to children right here in our local community! đđ
We invite our Dolphin families to donate new, unwrapped toys to support children who may not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas. Every donationâbig or smallâtruly makes a meaningful difference. â¨
đ Drop-Off Locations:
⢠Front Office
⢠Library
đ Toy Drive Extended Through:
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Letâs come together as a Dolphin family to share kindness, compassion, and holiday cheer. Thank you for supporting our community and helping make this season brighter for local children! đđđŹ
Now through December 18, 2025
This holiday season, North Augusta Elementary is proud to partner with Toys for Tots to help spread joy and Christmas magic to children right here in our local community! đđ
We invite our Dolphin families to donate new, unwrapped toys to support children who may not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas. Every donationâbig or smallâtruly makes a meaningful difference. â¨
đ Drop-Off Locations:
⢠Front Office
⢠Library
đ Toy Drive Extended Through:
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Letâs come together as a Dolphin family to share kindness, compassion, and holiday cheer. Thank you for supporting our community and helping make this season brighter for local children! đđđŹ
đ⨠The NAUES Santa Shop is OPENING on Monday! â¨đ
Get ready, Dolphins! Our Santa Shop will be open December 8â12 from 7:30 AMâ2:00 PM in Room 4H. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to shop for gifts for the special people in their lives while supporting our school. đđ
đď¸ Shopping Details:
⢠Students will visit the shop during their scheduled activity time in the Media Center.
⢠With teacher permission, they may also shop at other times during the school day.
⢠Please remember to send money in a labeled envelope with your child.
⢠Please help your child fill out the attached gift guide envelope. A PTO volunteer will help your child pick out special gifts based on this guide.
⢠Parents are welcome to attend and shop with their child.
đ About Our Santa Shop:
⢠Inventory comes from generous donations from local businesses and items purchased by our PTO.
⢠CASH ONLY!
⢠All sales are final. No tax is applied.
⢠Prices range from $0.25 to $15.00.
⢠PTO volunteers worked hard to prepare an inventory of over 5,000 items so our students have a wide variety of affordable gifts to choose from!
đ Special Event Shopping:
The Santa Shop will also be open during Reindeer Games Family Night on December 11th from 5:00â7:00 PM!
đ Want to Volunteer?
⢠Volunteer Training Link: Visit our school website â https://www.acpsd.net/o/naues/page/volunteering
⢠Santa Shop Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0845A8A929A5FEC52-60257144-santa#/
đ Please see the image for the full schedule.
Get ready, Dolphins! Our Santa Shop will be open December 8â12 from 7:30 AMâ2:00 PM in Room 4H. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to shop for gifts for the special people in their lives while supporting our school. đđ
đď¸ Shopping Details:
⢠Students will visit the shop during their scheduled activity time in the Media Center.
⢠With teacher permission, they may also shop at other times during the school day.
⢠Please remember to send money in a labeled envelope with your child.
⢠Please help your child fill out the attached gift guide envelope. A PTO volunteer will help your child pick out special gifts based on this guide.
⢠Parents are welcome to attend and shop with their child.
đ About Our Santa Shop:
⢠Inventory comes from generous donations from local businesses and items purchased by our PTO.
⢠CASH ONLY!
⢠All sales are final. No tax is applied.
⢠Prices range from $0.25 to $15.00.
⢠PTO volunteers worked hard to prepare an inventory of over 5,000 items so our students have a wide variety of affordable gifts to choose from!
đ Special Event Shopping:
The Santa Shop will also be open during Reindeer Games Family Night on December 11th from 5:00â7:00 PM!
đ Want to Volunteer?
⢠Volunteer Training Link: Visit our school website â https://www.acpsd.net/o/naues/page/volunteering
⢠Santa Shop Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0845A8A929A5FEC52-60257144-santa#/
đ Please see the image for the full schedule.
