If you didn’t order yet:
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⏳ Wait until May 11 = higher price & limited availability $35 (once they arrive, plus tax/fees)
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A huge congratulations to our amazing Dolphin Readers Stars for reaching incredible reading milestones! We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and love of reading! 🌟
📖 100 Books Read
⭐ Sawyer K.
📖 200 Books Read
⭐ Brent C.
⭐ Liam J.
Keep turning those pages and reaching for the stars, Dolphins! Your reading journeys are inspiring everyone around you! 💙💛
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #DolphinReadingStars #ReadersAreLeaders #LoveOfReading

Need internet access at home for your student? 📶💻
T-Mobile Project 10Million may be able to help qualifying families receive FREE internet access and a FREE hotspot device to support student learning at home!
The goal of Project 10Million is to help equip K–12 students with reliable internet access for schoolwork, learning programs, and educational success. 📚✨
✅ Qualifying households may receive:
• FREE mobile hotspot device
• FREE internet access for students
• Support for at-home learning
📌 Families may qualify by providing proof of enrollment (dated within one year) in ONE of the following programs:
• National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• SNAP/EBT
• Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
• Medicaid
• Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
🔗 Learn more or apply here:
https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #Project10Million #StudentSuccess #DigitalLearning

Today, we proudly celebrate and honor our incredible school nurse, Nurse Nicole, for the care, compassion, and dedication she shows to our students, staff, and families each and every day. National School Nurse Day recognizes the important role school nurses play in supporting student health, safety, wellness, and academic success—and Nurse Nicole truly goes above and beyond in all she does!
From caring for sick students and comforting worried hearts to helping keep our school healthy and safe, Nurse Nicole is a vital part of our NAUES family. Her kindness, patience, and willingness to help others never go unnoticed. She is often one of the first smiling faces our students see when they need encouragement, support, or care. 💙
Thank you, Nurse Nicole, for the countless ways you serve our school community with love and dedication. We are so grateful for all that you do to help our Dolphins learn, grow, and thrive each day!
Please join us in celebrating and thanking Nurse Nicole for being such an important part of North Augusta Elementary School! 🩺🐬💛💙
#NationalSchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurseNicole #NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride

North Augusta Elementary School is excited to invite all graduating seniors who previously attended NAUES — or who have a sibling currently attending NAUES — to participate in our annual Senior Walk! 🎉
📅 Friday, May 22, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 North Augusta Elementary School
Come walk the halls one more time in your cap and gown as we celebrate your accomplishments and inspire our future Dolphins! This special tradition allows our students and staff to cheer you on as you prepare for graduation and your next big adventure. 🎓✨
We are so proud of all of our former Dolphins and cannot wait to celebrate this exciting milestone with you! 💙🐬💛
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #SeniorWalk #ClassOf2026 #OnceADolphinAlwaysADolphin

🐬💛💙 NAUES Important Dates: May 2026 💙💛🐬
There is so much happening as we head into the final stretch of the school year! Be sure to mark your calendars for these important events, celebrations, testing dates, and end-of-year programs. 📅✨
🌼 MAY HIGHLIGHTS
🌏 Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
🩺 May 6 – National School Nurse Day
📣 May 6 – National School Communicators Day
📅 May 8 – All Library Books Due 📚
📅 May 18–22 – Classified School Employee Appreciation Week
📅 May 18 – Speech-Language Pathologist Appreciation Day
📅 May 22 - 🎓 Senior Walk – 11:00 AM & 🎉 5th Grade Picnic
🇺🇸 May 25 – Memorial Day
📅 May 27 – Half Day for Students
📅 May 28 – Half Day for Students / Last Day for Students
📄 Quarter 4 Report Cards Issued
🎓 North Augusta High School Graduation
📅 May 29 – Teacher Workday / Weather Make-Up Day
📝 SC READY Testing Schedule (Grades 3–5)
📅 May 7 – ELA Reading Part A
📅 May 8 – ELA Reading Part B
📅 May 12 – Math Day 1
📅 May 14 – Math Day 2
📅 May 19 – 4th Grade Science
⏰ Testing takes place during the regular school day.
🏆 End-of-Year Awards Programs
📅 May 15
• 4K – 8:00 AM
📅 May 18
• Ms. King – 8:00 AM
• Dr. Moore & Ms. Torres – 9:30 AM
📅 May 20
• Ms. Girardeau – 8:00 AM
• Ms. K – 9:30 AM
📅 May 21
• 1st Grade – 8:00 AM
• 2nd Grade – 9:30 AM
📅 May 22
• 3rd Grade – 8:00 AM
• 4th Grade – 9:30 AM
🎓 Senior Walk – 11:00 AM
🎉 5th Grade Picnic
📅 May 26
• 5th Grade Awards – 8:30 AM
📌 Please Note:
Students in Ms. Shelton’s class will attend awards day with their assigned grade levels this year. Ms. Prescott will contact families with additional details.
Thank you for your continued support as we finish the school year strong together! 💙🐬✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #EndOfYear #SchoolEvents #FamilyEngagement

We are excited to share that some of our talented NAUES students will have artwork featured in the 2026 Student Art Show, hosted by the North Augusta Cultural Arts Council!
A special thank you to our amazing art teacher, Mrs. Todd, for inspiring creativity, nurturing talent, and helping our students shine through their artwork each and every day. 🎨✨
🖼️ Show Dates: May 6 – 22, 2026
🎉 Reception: May 21 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
This is a wonderful opportunity to see the creativity and hard work of students from across our community on display. We hope you’ll take time to stop by, enjoy the artwork, and support our amazing Dolphin artists! 🐬✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #StudentArtShow #NAUESArtists #CreativeKids #NorthAugustaArts

🐬 Yearbooks go home Friday, May 8
📚 In-person sales don’t start until May 11
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#NAUESDolphins #YearbookSale

Students celebrated with a fun Candy Salad Kickoff, sharing their favorite memories from 4th grade while building excitement and confidence for testing! 🍬✨
To make the day even more special, each student received a “Lucky Ducky” 🐤 and a desk buddy filled with encouragement from Mrs. Lewis—reminding them they are prepared, capable, and ready to shine! 🌟
We are so proud of our hardworking students and thankful for teachers like Mrs. Lewis who go above and beyond to support and inspire! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #TestingReady #LuckyDucky #FourthGradeFun






📚 Yearbooks will be distributed Friday, May 8
🚫 No in-person sales until Monday, May 11
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#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #Yearbook2026

A very special THANK YOU to Jenafer McCauley and Fleet Feet for their incredible support of Dolphin Dash! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Mrs. McCauley showed up every morning—leading practices, teaching our students about running, and cheering them on every step of the way! 👏
Thanks to Fleet Feet, our runners ended the season with medals to celebrate their hard work and dedication! 🏅✨
On behalf of all our Dolphin Dash runners—THANK YOU! 💙
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride

We are so proud of our amazing Dolphin Dash runners! 🏃♀️🏃♂️ Our students showed incredible dedication, perseverance, and Dolphin Pride all season long!
👏 A huge THANK YOU to all of our volunteers who helped make this season possible—we couldn’t do it without you!
📊 By the numbers:
🏃 1,848 laps
📍 462 miles
WOW! What an incredible accomplishment—Go Dolphins! 🐬✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride







We are feeling so appreciated! A huge thank you to Siegler's Karate Center for delivering a delicious cake to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff! 🎂✨
Siegler’s Karate is dedicated to building confidence, focus, and physical fitness in students across our community—and we are so grateful for their support of our school!
Your kindness and generosity truly made our day extra special. Thank you for investing in our students and celebrating our educators! 💙
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #TeacherAppreciationWeek


Our amazing NAUE PTO kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week in the best way—with a marvelous breakfast to start our week off right! 🍩✨
A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our wonderful parents for your generosity and support. You truly made our day and helped begin this special week on such a positive note! 💙
A special shoutout to EN Donuts for donating a delicious variety of donuts for our teachers to enjoy—we are so grateful for your kindness and community support!
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #TeacherAppreciationWeek




As we begin our state testing, we want to ensure every student has the best opportunity to succeed!
🚫 Please note: During testing days, visitors will not be permitted in the building to help maintain a quiet, secure, and distraction-free environment for our students.
✨ How you can help your child have a fantastic testing day:
• Ensure a good night’s rest
• Provide a healthy breakfast 🍎
• Help them arrive on time and ready to go
• Keep mornings calm and positive
• Offer encouragement and confidence 💙
📅 Important Testing Dates (Grades 3–5):
• Tuesday, May 5 – Writing
• Thursday, May 7 – Reading Part A
• Friday, May 8 – Reading Part B
• Tuesday, May 12 – Math Day 1
• Thursday, May 14 – Math Day 2
• Tuesday, May 19 – Science (4th Grade Only)
⏰ We kindly ask families to avoid scheduling appointments on testing days whenever possible. Being present and on time is extremely important for your child’s success!
Thank you for partnering with us to support our students. We know our Dolphins will do amazing things! 🐬✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #ReadyToSucceed

Today we celebrate and give a HUGE thank you to our amazing NAUES School Lunch Team, led by the wonderful Mrs. Clarke! 🍎🥪
Every single day, you provide our students with delicious and nutritious breakfasts and lunches that fuel their learning and growth. Beyond that, your flexibility, teamwork, and willingness to support our teachers and administration during special events truly make a difference.
Your dedication, kindness, and hard work do not go unnoticed. You are some of the many smiling faces our students look forward to seeing each day, and you help make our school feel like home.
We are so grateful for all that you do to support our Dolphin family—thank you for being true heroes! 🐬💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #SchoolLunchHeroDay

We are excited to celebrate our First Grade Leader Loot Winners and give a special shoutout to our You Rock Student of the Week — Adriana! 🌟
Adriana is truly a joy to have in class. She consistently follows directions, always gives her very best effort, and shows kindness to everyone around her. Her positive attitude and friendly spirit make her a wonderful classmate and role model for others. 💖
We are so proud of you, Adriana—keep shining bright! ✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride


Today we proudly celebrate and honor our incredible principal, Mr. Badillo, for his outstanding leadership, unwavering support, and thoughtful guidance throughout this school year. 🌟
Mr. Badillo’s dedication to our students, faculty, and staff is felt in every corner of our school. He leads with heart, puts students first, and continually works to create a positive, supportive environment where everyone can succeed. His genuine love for our school and community shines through in all that he does each day. 💙
From encouraging our students to supporting our teachers and staff, Mr. Badillo inspires us all to be our very best. We are so grateful for his commitment, vision, and the care he shows to the entire NAUES family.
Thank you, Mr. Badillo, for making a difference every single day—we appreciate you more than words can say! 💫
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #PrincipalsDay 💛💙🐬

Our First Grade students and teachers hosted a beautiful Mother’s Day Tea today, and it was truly filled with love, laughter, and special moments! 🌸☕
Students delighted their guests by singing “The Dot” song and warmed hearts with a touching video featuring each child sharing something special about their mom. 💖 Families also enjoyed delicious treats, thoughtful gifts, and fun memories at the photo booth—all while spending meaningful time together.
We are so grateful for the incredible mothers and mother figures in our NAUES family. Thank you for all you do to support and love our students each and every day! 🌷✨
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride #MothersDay 💛💙🐬









🐬💛💙 Celebrating Our PE Leaders of the Month – April! 💙💛🐬
A huge Dolphin shoutout to Coach Turner’s outstanding PE Leaders of the Month for April! 🏅
These students have shown incredible teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and positive attitudes in Physical Education. Whether encouraging classmates, giving their best effort, or leading by example, they truly represent what it means to be a NAUES Dolphin!
We are so proud of each of you for staying active, making great choices, and inspiring others every day! Keep up the amazing work! 👏
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride 💛💙🐬

