💤 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
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and show our Dolphin spirit! 💛💙
What a fantastic day to visit the Book Fair! Our students are loving the opportunity to explore new books, and the love and support from our families has been incredible. We are so grateful for our amazing Dolphin community!
Here are just a few snapshots of our first graders enjoying Lunch With Someone You Love today — such special moments and memories!
Our Spring Book Fair will be open each school day through March 6.
📌 Reminder: If you are unable to attend on your child’s grade-level day, you are welcome to visit and shop any day during the fair!
🕒 Shopping Hours
7:20 AM – 2:00 PM daily
💛 Lunch With Someone You Love Schedule
• Monday, March 2 – 4th Grade
• Tuesday, March 3 – 2nd Grade
• Wednesday, March 4 – 5th Grade
This is a wonderful opportunity to find great books, support our school library, and share a special reading moment with your Dolphin!
📖 Set up an eWallet or learn more:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/northaugustaelemschool2
Thank you for supporting our library and helping our Dolphins discover the joy of reading!
#NAUESDolphins #SpringBookFair #ReadersAreLeaders #DolphinsLoveToRead #DolphinFamily 💛💙🐬
We love celebrating the amazing leadership happening in our First Grade classrooms!
This week, our First Grade Leader Loot winners were recognized for demonstrating positive behavior, making responsible choices, and showing what it means to be a leader at NAUES. We are so proud of our Dolphins who are working hard each day to learn, grow, and lead!
⭐ You Rock First Grader of the Week: Thaily H. ⭐
Thaily is truly a joy to have in class! She comes to school each day ready to learn and always gives her very best effort. Thaily works hard to develop new skills, stays focused on her learning, and consistently shows a positive attitude.
Not only is she a dedicated student, but she is also kind, helpful, and supportive of her classmates. Thaily leads by example and shows what it means to be a caring and responsible Dolphin.
Way to go, Thaily! We are so proud of you! 💛💙🐬
#NAUESDolphins #LeaderLoot #YouRock #FirstGradeLeaders #DolphinPride #LeaderInMe
North Augusta Elementary proudly celebrated Black History Month with a meaningful program honoring the achievements, contributions, and cultural impact of African Americans.
Our talented Dolphins brought history to life through a Living Wax Museum, a “Time Travel” journey through Black music and fashion, and inspiring student presentations. We were also honored to welcome guest speaker Mrs. Caroline Mack-Hill, who encouraged students to learn from the past and help shape a positive future.
The NAUES Student Chorus, under the direction of Mr. Steven Palmer, delivered a powerful performance of Lift Every Voice and Sing.
🎉 Student Contest Winners
Art Contest
🥇 1st Place – Evelyn Mobley
🥈 2nd Place – Mliani Perez
Essay Contest
🥇 1st Place – Iseli Noble
🥈 2nd Place – Addison Corwin
🥉 3rd Place – Charlotte Hayes
🏆 Door Decorating Contest Winners
Doors were judged on creativity, accuracy of information and facts, and this year’s theme: A Lifetime of Black Achievement, History, and Culture.
🥇 1st Place – Dr. Moore
🥈 2nd Place – Mrs. Davis-Raby
🥉 3rd Place – Ms. Ashe
A special thank you to our dedicated teachers for guiding and supporting our students:
Angelika Davis-Raby, Katelyn Ware, Kaitlyn McGurk, Jayla Brown, Jayla Council, Allison Spires, Mindy Aiken, Kelly Ann Moore, and Kristina Todd.
We are so proud of our Dolphins for their hard work and for representing our school community with excellence!
🎥 Watch the full program here:
https://youtu.be/uCQZhXm8KZc
#NAUESDolphins #BlackHistoryMonth #DolphinPride #LeaderInMe #KnowThePastShapeTheFuture
💤 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
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and show our Dolphin spirit! 💛💙
Today was an exciting start to our Spring Scholastic Book Fair! We are incredibly grateful to all of our families who visited and shared the joy of Book Fair with their students. Your support means more than you know!
A very special THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers who gave their time and energy to help make today such a success. We are truly blessed to have such a caring, supportive, and dedicated Dolphin community. Your help makes a difference for our students and our library!
Encouraging a love of reading is essential to student success, and it truly takes a team effort. Thank you for partnering with us to help our Dolphins grow as readers and lifelong learners.
Our Book Fair will be open each school day through March 6.
📌 Reminder: If you are unable to attend on your child’s grade-level day, you are welcome to visit and shop any day during the fair!
🕒 Shopping Hours:
7:20 AM – 2:00 PM daily
💛 Lunch With Someone You Love Schedule
• 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!
📖 Set up an eWallet or learn more:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/northaugustaelemschool2
Thank you for supporting our library and helping our Dolphins discover the joy of reading!
#NAUESDolphins #SpringBookFair #ReadersAreLeaders #DolphinsLoveToRead #DolphinFamily 💛💙🐬
Today we were excited to host our All Pro Dads meeting, where our Dolphin families came together to focus on this month’s character trait: Responsibility.
Responsibility means being dependable, making good choices, following through on commitments, and taking ownership of your actions. It also includes doing your best, being prepared, and doing the right thing—even when no one is watching.
This important life skill helps students grow into confident, trustworthy leaders. When children learn responsibility, they develop independence, strong decision-making skills, and pride in their work.
Ways families and teachers can support responsibility:
✔️ Establish routines for homework and daily tasks
✔️ Give children age-appropriate responsibilities at home and school
✔️ Encourage organization and time management
✔️ Praise effort, follow-through, and accountability
✔️ Model responsible behavior in everyday actions
Thank you to our amazing dads and mentors for investing your time and leadership in our students. Your involvement makes a lasting difference! 💛
📅 Next All Pro Dads Meeting: March 19, 2026
Topic: Patience
Patience is the ability to stay calm, wait without frustration, and keep trying even when things are challenging or take time. This trait helps students manage emotions, solve problems thoughtfully, and build strong relationships with others. Learning patience supports perseverance, self-control, and long-term success—both in school and in life.
We look forward to seeing our Dolphin families next month as we continue growing strong leaders together!
#NAUESDolphins #AllProDads #LeaderInMe #CharacterCounts #GrowingLeaders 💛💙🐬
Mrs. Odenweller’s third-grade class has been hard at work learning all about severe weather, and this week they are proudly presenting their projects!
From hurricanes and tornadoes to blizzards and thunderstorms, our young Dolphins researched how different types of severe weather form, the impact they can have, and important ways to stay safe. Their presentations showcase creativity and a strong understanding of the science behind these powerful natural events.
We are so proud of the effort, confidence, and dedication these students put into their work. Way to go, third grade—you truly weathered the challenge and did an amazing job! 🌪️⛈️❄️
Great job, Mrs. Odenweller’s class!
#NAUESDolphins #FutureScientists #DolphinsLearn #HandsOnLearning #WeatherWise 💛💙
Support our PTO by ordering from Marco’s and using the code DOLPHINS at checkout.
Every order helps our school — thank you for supporting our Dolphin family! 💛💙
This month, several of our talented NAUES teachers participated in a Black History Month Door Decorating Contest, and the creativity on display has been amazing! Each door reflects thoughtful planning, meaningful messages, and a commitment to helping our students learn about and celebrate the achievements, contributions, and history that continue to inspire us today.
From powerful quotes and influential leaders to vibrant artwork and student connections, these displays are turning our hallways into spaces of learning, reflection, and inspiration.
We would like to extend a big thank you to all of the teachers who took the time and effort to participate. Your creativity and dedication help bring learning to life and make NAUES a special place for our Dolphin family.
Be sure to take a look at the photos and enjoy their incredible work! We are looking forward to announcing the contest winners at the end of the week.
Thank you for helping us honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future!
💛💙🐬
#NAUESDolphins #BlackHistoryMonth #DolphinFamily #BetterTogether
Our Dolphin family is proud to celebrate Black History Month with a special student program!
🎭 Theme: Know the Past. Shape the Future.
📅 Friday, February 27, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 School Stage Area
This meaningful program will honor the achievements, contributions, and lasting impact of Black leaders and trailblazers who continue to inspire generations. Our students have been learning, reflecting, and preparing to share their voices and talents as we celebrate history, culture, and the power of learning from the past to build a brighter future.
💛💙 We look forward to a special morning of learning, celebration, and Dolphin pride! 🐬✨
#NAUESDolphins #BlackHistoryMonth #KnowThePastShapeTheFuture #DolphinPride #BetterTogether
📅 Feb. 26 | ⏰ 7:45 AM
Topic: Responsibility — being dependable, making good choices, and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.
We hope to see our Dolphin dads there! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #AllProDads
💤 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
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and show our Dolphin spirit! 💛💙
It’s not too late to sign up to help with our Spring Scholastic Book Fair, which is right around the corner! We need your support to make this a wonderful experience for our students.
We still have a great need for volunteers, especially during the week of March 2–6. Even if you’re available for a short time, we would truly appreciate your help!
📚 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, support our library, and strengthen our Dolphin community. Thank you for helping our readers grow! 💙📖
#NAUESDolphins #BookFairVolunteers #DolphinFamily #BetterTogether
📚🐬 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 February 26 – March 6!
🕒 Shopping 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!
📖 Learn more or set up an eWallet:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/northaugustaelemschool2
🙌 Volunteers Needed!
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our Book Fair a success. If you’re able to assist, please sign up using the link below:
🔗 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4DAFA72BA0F85-61713211-spring
Please note: All volunteers must complete the district volunteer training prior to their scheduled date.
We can’t wait to see our Dolphin families at the Book Fair and celebrate a love of reading together! 💛💙
#NAUESDolphins #ScholasticBookFair #DolphinReaders #LoveReading
Our NAUES Apparel Store has REOPENED! If you missed the first deadline, here’s your second chance to order your Dolphin gear and show your school spirit!
🛍️ Shop here:
https://communigraphics-inc.printavo.com/merch/naelem26store/
✨ When you click on an item, you can view all available color options to find your favorite look!
👕 Available this year:
• Short-sleeve cotton tees
• Long-sleeve cotton tees
• Crew fleece
• Lightweight fleece ¼-zip pullover
• Women’s colorblock hooded raglan jacket (wind-resistant & water-repellent)
• Microfleece vests
🧢 NEW this year — Trucker Caps!
📦 Delivery Information:
All orders will be processed together, then sorted and bagged. Once completed, items will either:
✔️ Be sent home with students
OR
✔️ Be available for school pickup
⏰ Store closes Sunday, March 8 at 3:00 PM (EDT) — don’t miss this opportunity!
We can’t wait to see our halls and community filled with Dolphin pride everywhere you go! 💛🐬💙
#NAUESDolphins #DolphinPride
Help us congratulate Mrs. Parliament-Griffith, a math teacher at Paul Knox Middle School, on being named a Golden Apple Award teacher by WJBF News Channel 6.
She was one of three Aiken County teachers surprised by WJBF News Channel 6 and sponsors Kroger, Universal Plumbing, and Great Deals on Furniture on Friday, February 13, in her classroom as a recipient of the Golden Apple Award. Her segment will air on WJBF News Channel 6 on Tuesday, February 24 during the 5:30 PM broadcast.
Parliament aims to create a learning environment where everyone can improve and grow their math skills.
“They know that in here it’s ok to be wrong and that I make mistakes too,” Parliament said “They feel, at least I hope they do, that it’s a safe environment for them to be able to make those mistakes and learn and grow from making those mistakes. They are all comfortable raising their hand and answering the questions whether they are right or wrong.”
She also coaches Paul Knox Middle School's Academic Team, a competitive extracurricular activity with a focus on quizzes to showcases a team’s broad knowledge across all subjects. Her team will be headed to Chicago later this year to compete in the National Championships – a back-to-back feat.
"We don’t win every single one of them," she shared, "but we are doing very well in our season. They have built up confidence. A lot of our team, they don’t play sports so they don’t get that competition anywhere else. In the classroom, that’s where they shine and we give them that opportunity so that they can still be competitive if they are like me and suck at every sport ever.”
“Mrs. Parliament is constantly looking for ways to support and praise students at PKMS,” Paul Knox Principal John Bush said. “She really enjoys seeing students succeed and pushes each student in her class to perform at a high level.”
For Mrs. Parliament, she wouldn’t trade her middle school classroom for anything.
“Seventh grade is the best,” she laughs. “They still laugh at my jokes and they still think I’m funny. Once they get to eighth grade they start to think I’m lame. They know how to blow their own nose, do their own thing, and follow directions for the most part. Middle school is the sweet spot.”
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
This powerful coming-of-age story is set in North Carolina during the 1960s and follows Relia, a young girl searching for her place to shine during the Civil Rights era. As she navigates important choices and the challenges of a changing world, Relia’s courage, hope, and determination remind us of the importance of standing up for what is right.
The performance brought history to life and helped our students make meaningful connections to the Civil Rights Movement, perseverance, and the power of dreams.
Thank you to the Augusta Players for providing such a meaningful and inspiring experience for our Fifth Grade Dolphins!
#NAUESDolphins #FieldTripFun #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #CivilRightsHistory #FifthGradeAdventures
Third Grade had an exciting learning adventure this week at the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center on the campus of the University of South Carolina Aiken! 💛💙🐬
Students explored science through hands-on experiences focused on magnets, life cycles, and animal traits. During their visit, they:
Investigated how magnets work through interactive experiments
Learned about life cycles through a computer coding activity
Observed and interacted with live animals, including a salamander, screech owl, and box turtle
This engaging field experience brought science to life and gave our students the opportunity to learn through exploration, discovery, and real-world connections.
What a fantastic day of hands-on learning and discovery for our Third Grade Dolphins!
#NAUESDolphins #HandsOnLearning #FieldTripFun #STEMLearning #ThirdGradeAdventures
