Aiken iNNOVATE is now accepting applications! Our program offers a full-time virtual learning experience for students in grades 6-12 within the Aiken County Public School District. We welcome students who are self-motivated, disciplined, and ready to succeed in a flexible, home-based environment. To apply or learn more, visit our website at www.acpsd.net/o/dai/page/ai-applications-and-registration. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at Ai@acpsd.net.
Tonight's varsity football game against Eau Claire High School will be held at Keenan High School's football stadium. The address is 361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC 29203. See you tonight! Go Trojans!
A student at Ridge Spring Middle High reported a social media threat to the School Resource Officer (SRO) yesterday. The post was not widely circulated. Additional law enforcement was on the campus investigating the threat and ensuring the safety of all students, teachers, staff, and families. The student responsible for the post was quickly identified and charged with Student Threats. A rumor has been brought to our attention today regarding yesterday’s investigation that we wanted to assure you is not accurate. The student responsible for the threatening post was rumored to have had a weapon in their possession on the middle/high campus yesterday; that information is not accurate. We understand the concerns that threats of this nature cause to our students and families, and the student responsible will be held accountable. Thank you to the parents who shared these concerns with our administration and for the opportunity to assure you of our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our students, staff and families.
The student who is responsible for creating the social media post reported today which threatened an act of violence at our school has been identified by law enforcement and is being charged. We know that threats cause a great deal of concern for everyone. Safety and security of our campus is our highest priority and threats of this nature will not be tolerated. We appreciate the partnership of our local law enforcement officials in their efforts to ensure the safety of our students, staff and families, and are grateful that they were able to swiftly identify the student responsible. Please be assured that both our school administration and law enforcement are committed to your safety and wellbeing; this student will be held accountable.
Our School Resource Officer (SRO) has been made aware that there is a social media post threatening an act of violence at Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle High. It does not appear to be widely circulated and is not believed to be credible. However, as with any threat to the safety and security of our school, we are taking this seriously and thoroughly investigating the threat alongside our School Resource Officer and Law Enforcement. In an abundance of caution and to assist with this investigation, there is additional Law Enforcement presence on our campus.
Additional information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
Parents, Guardians, Students and Staff:
District Superintendent Dr. Corey was joined by local law enforcement leaders this morning to film a short video addressing the recent social media threats and rumors of school violence.
A link to the video has been shared to your email, text, and also appears on our District website, and middle and high school websites in the Live Feed section.
We urge all parents to take a few minutes to watch this video and discuss it with their students. To access the video, please visit https://youtu.be/3aHXzWLfOH4.
Please know that we appreciate your support and partnership in ensuring the safety of all Aiken County Public Schools, as well as the wellbeing of our students, their parents/guardians, teachers, staff and families.
Thank you!
Middle and High School Homecoming Dance Flyers
Ensuring the Safety of Our Schools: Addressing Recent Rumors - We are aware of misinformation circulating throughout our schools and communities regarding rumored incidents of school violence at various campuses within our district.
Please know that these messages are being reposted and reshared at schools throughout our district and at schools throughout the state. Your children’s safety is our top priority. We take all threats seriously and work in collaboration with law enforcement to fully investigate each and every rumor and/or post that is shared. There is no active threat impacting the safety and security of any of our school campuses.
Rumors of this nature cause a great deal of concern, stress and anxiety. When those are shared on social media, the impact is far-reaching, and causes unnecessary concern for other parents, students, and staff, and divert critical resources away from genuine safety and security efforts.
If ever there is an actual incident of school violence at your child’s school or if a threat of violence at your child’s school warrants your attention, school and/or district communications will notify you. We are committed to sharing accurate information as quickly as situations allow.
We hope to never have to notify you of an actual event of school violence, and we are fully committed to maintaining the safety and security of our schools through a variety of safety measures and close collaboration with local law enforcement.
If you or your student ever have a safety concern, or if you hear a rumor of a safety concern, we ask that you immediately notify the appropriate authorities. This includes local law enforcement and the administration at the district office or the school involved.
Thank you for your support as we work together to keep our schools, and your children safe.
Trojan Thursday is tomorrow for Spirit Week! But tonight is the RSM Middle home football game starting at 6 PM.
Trojans Fans Middle School Home Football game tonight at 6 PM
GoFans.co for online tickets.
Wednesday is Wacky Tacky Day! Please stay within the dress code. Spirit Buttons are on sale for $3.00 see the flyer for more information
The PTO meeting tonight has been moved to Zoom at 6:30.
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VOLLEYBALL & FOOTBALL GAMES UPDATE: JV Ladies Thursday, 9/12 Volleyball home game time has changed to 5 PM with Varsity following. The Friday night football game has been moved to Thursday, September 12, at 7:30.
Tuesday is Jersey Day for Spirit Week. Also, the PTO meeting starts @ 6:30.
The cross-country team is trying to raise funds for their travel and entry fees for events that they will be competing in this year. Since Cross Country is a self-supported team, please consider supporting them by purchasing some items from their fundraiser. Click the link below and purchase your items directly online from Coach Juan. The deadline for orders is Friday, September 13th.
https://tinyurl.com/RSMXX
We appreciate your support.
ONE CENT SALES TAX INFORMATIONAL MEETING IN AREA 4 - Please join us this evening, Monday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. for an informational meeting on the One Cent Sales Tax that will be before voters for their consideration in renewing this November. Tonight's meeting is being held at Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle-High. We hope to see you there!
This is a reminder that tomorrow is Hat Day for Spirit Week. Also, spirit buttons are sold for any sport or person for $3.00 in the media center.
See the attached flyer for Spirit Week Dress Participation to support our 1st home game and pep rally!
FFA has a Tire Raffle for $10.00. Please see an FFA member or come to the front office.
