📚🎒 Join Us for the RSM Back-to-School & Meet-the-Teacher Event! 🎉
Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary, Middle, and High School is excited to welcome students and families on Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 PM for an afternoon of fun, resources, and school spirit!
✅ Meet your teachers
✅ Middle and High School students can Walk Your Schedule before the first day of school
✅ Receive free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Visit community vendors and resource booths
✅ Enjoy food trucks on site
With vendors located throughout the elementary and middle/high cafeterias and food trucks outside, there will be something for everyone as we kick off the new school year together.
💙💛 Once a Trojan, Always a Trojan! 💙💛
We look forward to seeing all of our Trojan families on July 16 from 2:00–6:00 PM as we prepare for a successful school year!
#RSMTrojans #MeetTheTeacher #BackToSchool #WalkYourSchedule #TrojanPride #BuildingBrighterFutures
3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair – Join Us!
Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High School, in partnership with Helping Hearts Ministries and Locked In! Youth Development Center, is excited to invite students, families, and community members to the 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
This free event is designed to promote healthy living and connect our community with important health resources. A wide range of healthcare providers and organizations will be on site offering information, screenings, and support services. Participants include Aiken Regional Medical Center, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center’s Mobile Health Unit, the Department of Public Health, Pediatric Pals, and Shepeard Community Blood Center, along with mental health providers, fitness organizations, and community partners.
Families will also have opportunities to engage in wellness activities, learn about healthy lifestyles, and connect with local vendors in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
Please note that some services will require advance appointments due to limited availability. These services include sports physicals, mammograms, and cervical screenings (Pap smears). Details on scheduling appointments, along with a full list of participating organizations, are available by scanning the QR code on the event flyer.
We encourage all families to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to support their health and well-being.
For more information, please contact Dr. T.C. Mukenge at tmukenge@acpsd.net or Rebena Jones at helpingheartsministries1@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Mark your calendars for this year's completely free Back to School Bash, hosted by community organizer Victoria Paloma!
This exciting event will take place on July 18th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Roy Warner Park (6021 Roy Warner Park LN, Wagener, SC 29164) to help students kick off the school year with confidence.
Available on a first-come, first-served basis, children can receive free bookbags, school supplies, brand-new outfits, shoes, gift cards, fresh haircuts, professional hair braiding, food, and much more.
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
PALMETTO CIVICS PROJECT AN INITIATIVE OF THE SC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Families are invited to participate in Summer SC 250 activities as South Carolina prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and our state’s important role in our nation’s history. These summer activities provide meaningful opportunities for students and families to learn, explore, and connect with local and state history. Take part and help celebrate South Carolina’s rich history, heritage, and contributions to our country.
The Palmetto Civics Project is a resource-rich initiative designed to foster students’ understanding of and respect for the institutions that sustain our civic life. Our goal is simple but profound: every South Carolina graduate will leave school prepared to embrace the privileges and the responsibilities of American citizenship.
Please visit SC Palmetto Civics Project to learn more.
Healthy Meals at No Cost This Summer!
The Seamless Summer Meal Program is back for Summer 2026! We are dedicated to ensuring school-age children and eligible individuals have access to nutritious foods to learn, play, and grow all summer long.
Here is everything you need to know about locations, dates, and times:
Program Details
Who Qualifies: Healthy meals are served at no cost to school-age children 18 years & under, as well as disabled persons/children 21 years and under who are enrolled in school.
Onsite Policy: All meals MUST be eaten onsite.
Adult Meals: Adults are welcome to eat with their children! Adult meals can be purchased at the following rates: Breakfast: $3.20 | Lunch: $5.50.
Elementary School Locations
When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 18 Times: Breakfast: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Belvedere Elementary: 115 Monterey Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6330
Busbee Elementary: 20 A. L. Corbett Circle, Wagener | 839-846-7008
Graniteville Elementary: 1 Willis Circle, Graniteville | 803-663-9998
JD Lever Elementary: 2404 Columbia Hwy, Aiken | 803-641-2760
Redcliffe Elementary: 22 Double Springs Rd, Aiken | 803-827-3350
Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary: 1081 Trojan Road, Monetta | 839-846-7010
High School Locations
When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 25 Times: Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Aiken High School: 449 Rutland Drive, Aiken | 803-641-2500
Midland Valley High: 227 Mustang Drive, Graniteville | 803-593-7100
North Augusta High: 2000 Knobcone Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6100
Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High: 21071 Trojan Road, Monetta | 803-846-7010
Silver Bluff High: 64 Desoto Drive, Aiken | 803-652-8100
South Aiken High: 223 East Pine Log Road, Aiken | 803-641-2600
Wagener-Salley High: 326 Seivern Road, Wagener | 839-846-7006
Questions?
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Child Nutrition Program Director:
Contact: Ebonee Maxwell
Email: Emaxwell@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-991-3408
Healthy Meals at No Cost This Summer!
The Seamless Summer Meal Program is back for Summer 2026! We are dedicated to ensuring school-age children and eligible individuals have access to nutritious foods to learn, play, and grow all summer long.
Here is everything you need to know about locations, dates, and times:
Program Details
Who Qualifies: Healthy meals are served at no cost to school-age children 18 years & under, as well as disabled persons/children 21 years and under who are enrolled in school.
Onsite Policy: All meals MUST be eaten onsite.
Adult Meals: Adults are welcome to eat with their children! Adult meals can be purchased at the following rates: Breakfast: $3.20 | Lunch: $5.50.
Elementary School Locations
When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 18 Times: Breakfast: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Belvedere Elementary: 115 Monterey Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6330
Busbee Elementary: 20 A. L. Corbett Circle, Wagener | 839-846-7008
Graniteville Elementary: 1 Willis Circle, Graniteville | 803-663-9998
JD Lever Elementary: 2404 Columbia Hwy, Aiken | 803-641-2760
Redcliffe Elementary: 22 Double Springs Rd, Aiken | 803-827-3350
Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary: 1081 Trojan Road, Monetta | 839-846-7010
High School Locations
When: Monday – Thursday, June 1 – June 25 Times: Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Aiken High School: 449 Rutland Drive, Aiken | 803-641-2500
Midland Valley High: 227 Mustang Drive, Graniteville | 803-593-7100
North Augusta High: 2000 Knobcone Ave, North Augusta | 803-442-6100
Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High: 21071 Trojan Road, Monetta | 803-846-7010
Silver Bluff High: 64 Desoto Drive, Aiken | 803-652-8100
South Aiken High: 223 East Pine Log Road, Aiken | 803-641-2600
Wagener-Salley High: 326 Seivern Road, Wagener | 839-846-7006
Questions?
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Child Nutrition Program Director:
Contact: Ebonee Maxwell
Email: Emaxwell@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-991-3408
And just like that, Ridge Spring-Monetta High School graduates enter the next phase of their lives. The hard work, memories, growth, academic and athletic achievements have all led to this moment for the Class of 2026. Once a Trojan, always a Trojan!
Congratulations Ridge Spring-Monetta Class of 2026! #ACPSD2026Grads #ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSDGraduation
Graduation week is here, and we can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2026 at their commencement ceremonies being held at USC Aiken's Convocation Center!
To help graduation attendees enjoy a smooth, stress-free day, please remember that there will be metal detection upon arrival. We kindly ask that you review the attached graphic for prohibited items, such as bags, balloons, and outside food, so you can leave those items safely in your vehicle before heading to the entrance.
Additionally, because the lobby can become crowded after the ceremony, please plan to meet your graduate outside the venue once the event concludes.
Thank you so much for your help in keeping this milestone safe, smooth, and unforgettable for everyone!
Upcoming Graduation dates and times are below for your convenience. Tickets are limited due to space, but we invite everyone to cheer on the Class of 2026 virtually by accessing the live streamed ceremonies on our website at www.acpsd.net/graduation.
District Completer Ceremony: May 27, 2026 | 5:00pm
Wagener-Salley High School: May 27, 2026 | 7:00pm
North Augusta High School: May 28, 2026 | 2:00pm
Aiken Scholars Academy: May 28, 2026 | 5:00pm
Aiken High School: May 28, 2026 | 8:00pm
Silver Bluff High School: May 29, 2026 | 9:00am
Ridge Spring-Monetta High School: May 29, 2026 | 12:00pm
South Aiken High School: May 29, 2026 | 3:00pm
Midland Valley High School: May 29, 2026 | 7:00pm
#ACPSD2026Grads #ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSDGraduation
Register Your Student for the 2026-27 School Year
New and Returning Student Registration is underway for the upcoming 2026-27 School Year.
Please take a few minutes to review the registration information at www.acpsd.net/register or go directly to your parent portal in PowerSchool at http://aiken.powerschool.com/public.
For returning students, registration takes just a few minutes through your parent portal account as the student’s existing registration information will pre-populate. Please review and change any information that needs updating and ensure that up-to-date emergency contact information is included for each student.
Registering your student now helps us get ready to welcome your student back after the summer and ensure a smooth start to next school year, allowing teachers and classrooms to be assigned to serve your student on day one.
We thank you, as always, for your partnership in an excellent educational experience.
#ACPSDRegistration #ReturningStudentRegistration #SouthCarolinaSchoolRegistration #AikenSchoolRegistration
Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students at the 2026 ACPSD Fine Arts Festival! The community is invited to experience an inspiring showcase of the arts, featuring performances by our talented student groups on Friday, May 1st at 5:00 PM.
Additionally, come explore a vibrant collection of K–12 artwork on display throughout downtown at the Aiken Center for the Arts, highlighting the imagination and skill of students across the district. Whether you enjoy visual art, music, or live performances, this festival offers something for everyone.
Bring your family and friends and be a part of this exciting celebration of the arts in our community!
Happy Earth Day!
Today we are reminded that even the smallest actions can make a big impact. Across the District, students and staff are learning, leading and taking steps to care for our planet both in and out the classroom.
From recycling and conserving energy to planting and protecting green spaces, we are proud to see our schools making a difference every day. These efforts include Aiken Elementary's composting and "Maverick Miracle Cleaner" projects, South Aiken's vertical aeroponic tower gardens, and Ridge Spring-Monetta's FFA program and Annual Agricultural Day. At Midland Valley High, FFA and environmental students recently celebrated Earth Day and Arbor Day by relocating trees to the teacher parking lot, preparing the Stampede Falls trail for the cross-country track, and monitoring wildlife food plots.
These are just a few examples of how our schools are creating a cleaner, healthier future for generations to come!
Shout out something special that your school does below!
#ACPSDCelebrates #EarthDay #AikenCountyPublicSchools
Every moment of support adds up to something bigger for our students.
This week we are proud to recognize the incredible volunteers who help bring our schools to life. It is a time to celebrate the staff, students, families, and community members who generously give their time to support learning in meaningful ways. Whether assisting in classrooms, supporting media centers, helping at school events, working behind the scenes, and so much more, our volunteers play a vital role in creating welcoming and successful school environments.
Help us say thank you and comment below to shout out a volunteer who makes a difference!
#ACPSDCelebrates #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek #AikenCountyPublicSchools
Today, we proudly Purple Up in support of our military-connected students and families.
To our military families, thank you for your service, your strength, and the many sacrifices you make. We are honored to serve your children and celebrate them not just today, but every day.
"Purple up" with Aiken County Public Schools on Friday, April 17th, as we combine Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, Space Force blue and Coast Guard blue and wear PURPLE in a demonstration of support for the families of those who serve.
Help us honor the month of The Military Family by showing your support for the families of those who serve by wearing purple and thanking a military family for their bravery and service below. Make sure to tag us in your Purple Up posts!
In ACPSD we are committed to supporting every military child and ensuring they feel seen, valued, and connected no matter where their journey takes them. Visit our Purple Star webpages which provide easy access to resources, support services, transition tools, and important information to help every child thrive.
www.acpsd.net/purple-star
#ACPSDCelebrates #PurpleUp #AikenCountyPublicSchools
Is your rising seventh or eighth grade student ready to explore, create, and build this summer?
We are officially accepting applications for the 2026 CTE Summer Academy: Map Out Your Future!
Hosted at the Aiken County Career & Technology Center, this 4-day camp gives rising middle schoolers a chance to get hands-on experience in high-demand careers.
Pick your path! This year's programs include:
Culinary & Fashion Design
Biomedical Science & Health Science
Coding/Robotics & T-Shirt/Logo Creation
Cosmetology, Barbering & Nail Tech
Financial Literacy & Future Leaders Academy
The Quick Facts:
Dates: June 1st – June 4th
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Aiken County Career & Technology Center
Cost: FREE!
Must be a rising 7th or 8th grade (current 6th & 7th grade student) student that is registered to attend a school within the Aiken County Public School District for the 2025-2026 school year.
Don’t Wait! Spots are limited and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to secure your student's top choice!
To Register please complete the 2026 CTE Summer Academy Student Application
Check out the flyer or visit the CTE Camps page to learn more!
