Todayâs focus was on Respect â a core value that strengthens our families, friendships, and school community. Dads and their children spent quality time together talking, sharing, and learning about what it means to treat others with kindness, value differences, and listen with an open heart. đ
Respect can be shown in many simple yet powerful ways, such as:
đ Listening when someone is speaking
đ Using kind words and manners
đ Valuing othersâ ideas, even when they are different from your own
đ Treating others the way you would like to be treated
We are so grateful to all the dads and father figures who joined us today â your presence and support make such a positive impact. Thank you for helping us teach our Dolphins the importance of respect both in and out of the classroom! đ
#NAUESDolphins #AllProDads #Respect #BuildingStrongFamilies

As part of our Libraryâs Fall Into a Good Book Reading Event, students each read a book, wrote about their favorite part, and gave it a star rating. To showcase their reviews, they decorated festive pumpkins shapes, that bring their stories to life. đđđ
Mrs. Avilaâs students were so excited to share their hard work, and we are so proud of their effort and enthusiasm for reading! đŹđ What a wonderful way to combine fall fun with a love of books. đ
#NAUESDolphins #FallIntoAGoodBook #FirstGradeReaders #PumpkinBookReviews









Even though Picture Day was postponed, our littlest learners still brought the smiles and the style. đ
#NAUESDolphins #PictureDaySpirit #KindergartenCuties



Even though our official Picture Day was postponed, our amazing 4th graders decided to make their OWN picture day event! đ With fun props, big smiles, and lots of laughter, they turned a disappointment into something super sweet. đđđŹ
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible 4th grade teachers for helping make today so much fun and memorable for our Dolphins. You truly showed how to turn lemons into lemonade! đ
#NAUESDolphins #MakingLemonade #PictureDayFun #SweetMemories







A big thank you to Ms. Rogers, our amazing Multi-Language teacher, for sharing these sweet snapshots of her students all dressed up. đŹ Their bright smiles remind us that even when plans change, we can still make the best out of a disappointment. đ
#NAUESDolphins #MakingMemories #PictureDaySpirit







Today we honor and celebrate the incredible career of Ms. Kristie Stone, one of our amazing 2nd grade teachers, as she begins her well-deserved retirement! đŹ
For the past 28 years, Ms. Stone has dedicated her heart, time, and talents to shaping the lives of countless students. Her calming, caring nature and unwavering dedication to teaching have left a lasting impact on our school family. From the smiles sheâs shared to the lessons sheâs taught, Ms. Stone has truly embodied what it means to be a Dolphin.
While we are so excited for her next chapter, we know she will be deeply missed in our classrooms and hallways. đ Once a Dolphin, always a Dolphin â Ms. Stone, we hope youâll come visit us soon!
Please join us in thanking Ms. Stone for her many years of service, love, and commitment to education. Congratulations on your retirement â youâve earned every moment of joy ahead! đâ¨
#NAUESDolphins #OnceADolphinAlwaysADolphin #ThankYouMsStone #HappyRetirement






Due to an unexpected emergency with our photography vendor, Strawbridge, Fall Picture Day has been rescheduled to Friday, October 17th.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work with our vendor to ensure a smooth and successful Picture Day for all of our Dolphins. đđđŹ
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility!
#NAUESDolphins #PictureDay2025



Donât forget, DolphinsâFall Picture Day is tomorrow, Thursday, September 25, 2025! đŹđđ Students will have their photos taken during the school day. đ
For details on ordering picture packages and to view options, please visit:
đ Strawbridge Ordering Link: https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/north-augusta-elementary-school/fall-pictures-9-25-2025-72/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1
We canât wait to see all those bright smiles ready for the camera! đ
#NAUESDolphins #PictureDay2025 #SayCheese



Weâre thrilled to share that a beautiful new wall mural was completed last Friday! đđ
A huge thank you to Communigraphics of North Augusta for teaming up with our principal, Mr. Badillo, to design, install, and bring this artwork to life. The vibrant mural enhances our school atmosphere and gives a warm, welcoming vibe to our students and families each day. đŹâ¨
But thatâs not all⌠đ Two additional teacher created murals are already in progress in our hallways and will be revealed soon. We canât wait for our Dolphins to see how these works of art continue to brighten and inspire our school!
#NAUESDolphins #SchoolPride #NAUESMurals #FromGoodToGreat



NAUES School Improvement Council (SIC) Updates
Weâre excited to announce that voting is now open for parent vacancies on our School Improvement
Council (SIC). This year, the following parents are eligible for nomination:
Lauren Blume
Erin Cooper
Lisa Takashima-Haggerty
Voting link - https://forms.office.com/r/rfUBeqnJ3n
The SIC serves as an advisory council dedicated to helping our school grow from good to great!
Together, we focus on important areas such as:
Attendance â supporting students being present and ready to learn
Behavior â building a positive and respectful school culture
Beautification â making our campus a place that students are proud to call home
Our goal is simple: create plans and set goals that continuously improve NAUES for all students.
We want your voice! Your honest feedback helps us know whatâs working well and what we can do better.
Together, we can make NAUES an even stronger community for our children.
If youâre interested in sponsorships or have feedback for our SIC, please reach outâweâd love to hear from you!

We are excited to invite our NAUES families to our upcoming Leader in Me Celebration focused on Habit #2: Begin with the End in Mind, scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at 8:00 AM in the Cafeteria.
This habit reminds us to plan ahead, set goals, and work with purposeâskills that empower our students both in school and in life.
During the celebration, our students will showcase how they are learning to:
Think about their future with intention
Set personal and academic goals
Make choices that lead them toward success
⨠Parents of students being honored at this celebration will be notified.
We canât wait to celebrate the growth of our student leaders and share their achievements with you! Together, we are building strong habits that will last a lifetime. đđđŹ

Weâre excited to welcome all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and positive male role models to our next All Pro Dads meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
This monthâs topic is Respectâa value that strengthens relationships at home, at school, and in our community. Together, weâll share meaningful conversations, encourage our students, and continue building strong connections between school and family.
Join us for breakfast, fellowship, and an uplifting start to the day as we celebrate the impact of dads and role models in our childrenâs lives!

North Augusta Elementary School is thrilled to invite you to our Trunk or Treat & Literacy Night! đŹđâ¨
đ Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
đ Time: 5:30 PM â 7:00 PM
đ Location: NAUES
Join us for a spooktacular evening filled with decorated trunks, treats, and a celebration of the joy of reading! đđđŹ
đ We Need Your Help! đ
To make this event a sweet success, weâre asking for candy donations. Every donationâbig or smallâis greatly appreciated and helps us spread joy to our little ghosts, goblins, and bookworms. đđť
Letâs make this a night to remember as we come together to celebrate literacy and community spirit! đŤ
#NAUESDolphins #TrunkOrTreat2025 #LiteracyNight #SpookyAndSmart

Congratulations to our lucky Leader Loot winners in First Grade this week! đď¸â¨ These students had their names drawn from the many tickets they earned by showing leadership, responsibility, and positive behavior throughout the week. đđ
And a very special shoutout goes to our You Rock Award winner đ⌠Charlotte! đ Charlotte is being celebrated for always being a good friend, a true leader, and a teacher helper. She consistently tries her best and goes out of her way to support classmates who may be struggling. We are so proud of you, Charlotte! đđ
Keep up the great work, First Gradersâyour leadership is shining bright at NAUES! đđđŹ
#NAUESDolphins #LeaderLoot #YouRockAward #FirstGradeLeaders


Get ready, DolphinsâFall Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025! Students will have their photos taken during the school day. đđđŹ
For details on ordering picture packages and to view options, please visit:
đ Strawbridge Ordering Link: https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/north-augusta-elementary-school/fall-pictures-9-25-2025-72/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1
We canât wait to see all those bright smiles captured on camera! đ
#NAUESDolphins #PictureDay2025 #SayCheese



Ms. Popeâs 5th Grade Math Class had a fantastic time today with a multiplication review game! đ Students had fun adding and subtracting points, changing team names, and even switching players â all while sharpening their multiplication skills. đĄđŹ
đ Standard Alignment:
South Carolina 5th Grade Math Standards emphasize fluently multiplying multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm and applying operations to solve real-world and mathematical problems.
đđ Way to go, Dolphins â making math review exciting, competitive, and full of teamwork! đŹâ¨
#NAUES #MathFun #SCStandards









This hands-on activity brought learning to life and helped students see energy in action.
đ South Carolina 4th Grade Science Standard:
4.P.4 â Develop and use models to explain how the amount or type of potential energy determines the energy transfer and motion of objects.
Amazing work, Dolphins! đđđŹ


Our amazing Activity Teachers have been on the lookout for classes that go above and beyond in showing respectful, responsible, and positive behavior during Activity time. đ¨đśđ¤¸ââď¸đ
To celebrate these efforts, one class in each grade level has been awarded the Gnome of Goodness â a fun challenge that encourages teamwork, kindness, and leadership in every Activity class. đŞâ¨
đ Congratulations to our latest Gnome Keepers:
đ Kindergarten â Mrs. Girardeau
đ First Grade â Mrs. Maikranz
đ Second Grade â Ms. Anderson
đ Third Grade â Ms. McGurk
đ Fourth Grade â Mrs. DeLattre
đ Fifth Grade â Ms. Pope
These classes will proudly care for their Grade Level Gnome for the next two weeks as a reminder of the positive choices that earned them this recognition. đđ
But remember⌠the gnomes are always on the move! đđ Which classes will rise to the challenge next time and earn the Gnome of Goodness? â¨đ
#NAUES #GnomeOfGoodness #DolphinLeaders






After kicking off with Buddy Clubs, our Dolphins transitioned into their special interest clubs â exploring passions, practicing teamwork, and building friendships! đđ
From Earth Stewards đą to Arts & Crafts đ¨, STEM & Science đŹ to Dance & Fitness đ, Sports â˝, Board Games đ˛, Legos đ§Š, Kindness & Art đ, Play-Doh Fun đ, Keyboards đš, and even serving as Student Ambassadors đâ our students discovered the joy of learning, creating, and leading together.
What an inspiring day of leadership and fun at North Augusta Elementary! đŹâ¨










Today our Dolphins came together for Leader in Me Club Day, and what a wonderful time it was! đđ Students met with their buddy classes to enjoy a variety of activities â building friendships, lending a helping hand, and having fun every step of the way.
At North Augusta Elementary, leadership and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Seeing our students practice the 7 Habits while making connections with others truly shows what it means to be a Dolphin Leader! đđ
đđ Way to go, Dolphins â keep leading, learning, and growing!










