Due to the winter storm and out of an abundance of caution, all Aiken County public schools and offices will begin the day tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026, on a two-hour delayed start. While some areas of Aiken County experienced greater impacts from this storm than others, district leaders continue to consider conditions across the entire county. Temperatures are expected to rise today, which should improve conditions; however, some roadways—particularly bridges and secondary roads—may remain slick during the morning commute.
Important Details for Tomorrow:
• Students and Staff: The two-hour delayed start applies to all students, teachers, and staff.
• Student Meals: With the delayed start schedule, only lunch will be served in school cafeterias.
• Half-Day & Partial-Day Programs: Students on half-day and partial-day schedules, including Early Learning Special Education students, are encouraged to attend school if possible; however, school bus transportation will not be available, as buses will be unable to run mid-day routes.
• No Before-School Activities: No activities will be permitted before school begins on the two-hour delay.
• After-School Activities: After-school activities, including Quest Zone and extracurricular activities such as athletic practices, will continue as scheduled.
• Aiken County Career and Technology Center: Morning session students should report to their home high schools. The afternoon session will continue as planned.
What's Next: ACPSD continues to collaborate closely with local Emergency Management officials and monitor conditions across the county. An update regarding any changes to Tuesday’s schedule will be shared no later than 3:00 p.m. tomorrow.
We look forward to welcoming students and staff to school tomorrow and appreciate our families’ continued patience and flexibility as we prioritize safety.
Confidence in the weekend storm’s possible impact to Aiken County has decreased. However, in an abundance of caution, our District and school’s weekend activities scheduled to extend beyond noon this Saturday, January 24, will be rescheduled.
This includes numerous activities, such as Saturday’s acGATEWAY auditions, as well as the MLK Jr. Community Event previously scheduled for Sunday. Individual schools and programs will share details on these and other cancellations along with rescheduled dates and times.
Our emergency management team will continue to work closely with local officials in monitoring the storm over the coming days. As we prepare for the possibility of e-learning on Monday, students will be sent home from school tomorrow with their laptop and remote assignments.
A decision regarding the safety of operations for next week will be made as soon as possible. We recognize that school closure decisions have a tremendous impact on our community, especially parents and guardians. Please know that the safety of our students, families, teachers and staff is always our highest priority, and that every effort will be made to utilize our five designated e-learning days carefully so as to not extend the school year to meet mandated requirements. An update regarding operations for Monday, January 26, will be shared no later than 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 25.
Congratulations to our First-Year Teachers of the Year Honor Court!
Aleesha Ashe, 4K Teacher at North Augusta Elementary
Disaiah Whack, ELA Teacher at Kennedy Middle
Hayden Beck, 1st Grade Teacher at Belvedere Elementary
Regina Androl, 1st Grade Teacher at East Aiken School of the Arts
Ryann Kramer, Math Teacher at Highland Springs Middle
Stay tuned as we continue to highlight additional STARS Honor Court categories over the coming days and celebrate employees who shine brightly.
#ACPSD #AikenCountyPublicSchools #StarsHonorCourt #ACPSDcelebrates
District Leadership made surprise visits at schools and offices across the District today to celebrate this year’s Stars of Public Education Honor Court. The recognition program and event honoring ACPSD’s brightest stars first began as our annual Teacher of the Year celebration, and has grown to incorporate recognition of our very best New Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals, Classified Staff, Professionals, and District-Level Administrators. With its origin in mind, we’ll begin our first Stars of Public Education Honor Court announcements with Teacher of the Year.
Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year Honor Court!
Arrington Weston, Social Studies Teacher at Schofield Middle
Jerry Brannon, Science Teacher at RSM Middle/High
Madison Spires, Science Teacher at Silver Bluff High
Megan Maxwell, Speech Pathologist with Special Programs
Sonya Lee, Special Education Teacher at Leavelle McCampbell Middle
#ACPSD #AikenCountyPublicSchools #StarsHonorCourt #ACPSDcelebrates
Schofield Middle School will operate on an e-Learning Day, Thursday, January 8, 2026.
All students have their laptops & should follow the e-Learning bell schedule posted in Schoology and our school website. Students are expected to complete and submit their assignments, & teachers will be available online to support students during the scheduled times. If your child does not have internet access at home, they will be given ample time to complete and submit assignments upon returning to school.
The SMS basketball team should report to the gym parking lot to meet Coach West & Coach Harley tomorrow for the away game at LMMS.
Thank you for your continued partnership & support as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff while maintaining instructional continuity. Schofield Middle School remains committed to excellence in all that we do.
Due to the loss of power, students will be dismissed from school early today, at 11:45 a.m.
Students will receive lunch prior to their dismissal. Students who are bus riders will be transported home at that time. Car riders and walkers will also be dismissed. We apologize for the disruption that this will cause our parents and guardians, and appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
Please note that telephone lines at the school are not operable at this time, but please be assured emergency communications are available from school administration. All incoming calls will be directed to an automated message.
Thank you again for your flexibility.
We are excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back to school as we kick off a new year and a new semester. January is a fresh start and full of opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve together. As we return to our classrooms, we look forward to continued collaboration, renewed focus, and celebrating the success ahead. Let's make this semester a strong one!
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Our School Book Fair starts on Monday, December 8, 2025 and we’d love to have you join us!
Every purchase helps enrich our classrooms and promote the joy of reading.
Don’t miss it!
We are so proud to celebrate Ms. White and the incredible impact she makes each day. Here are just a few of the kind words shared by her colleagues during her nomination:
✨ “Ms. White is not only our attendance clerk—she also leads our yearbook staff and student council. She creates meaningful opportunities for students all year long and even stays after school to help them prepare for events and activities.”
✨ “Angie puts her heart into everything she does. She’s dependable, caring, and always willing to help others. She greets everyone with a warm smile, bringing calm and positivity to the front office every single day. Her kindness and dedication truly make a difference.”
✨ “Ms. White goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is accounted for and that our students have the best experience possible.”
Thank you, Ms. White, for your hard work, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our school community. 💛
We appreciate you!
Join us on December 10th for an evening of music, celebration, and holiday spirit!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note that there will be no school for students, teachers, and most staff the week of November 24–28.
Additionally, all schools and offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday from Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28. We look forward to welcoming everyone back when we reopen on Monday, December 1.
The STARS of Schofield Middle School
If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, please feel free to call the school or email me at bblocker@acpsd.net. We can arrange for your student to bring the items home in their backpack or for you to pick them up at the school.
We’re so proud to recognize Ms. Hart for her hard work, dedication, and positive attitude. Her colleagues had so many wonderful things to say about her:
💬 “She consistently demonstrates outstanding dedication, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. She goes above and beyond in her duties, supports her team, and helps create a productive and encouraging work environment.”
💬 “She is always there when you need her.”
💬 “Ms. Hart is hardworking and dedicated. She assists wherever she’s needed—no job is ever too big or too small. She is an asset to SMS!”
Thank you, Ms. Hart, for everything you do to make SMS shine! 💙✨
PURPLE UP FOR MILITARY FAMILIES | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14
ACPSD encourages all students, staff, and families to wear PURPLE on Friday, November 14 as we celebrate the Month of the Military Family!
This special day is our way of showing appreciation and support for the incredible military families who sacrifice and serve alongside their loved ones.
THANK YOU to our military families for your dedication, resilience, and service to our nation.
Join us in honoring our heroes—both at home and abroad—by wearing purple with pride!
Throughout November, schools across the district are recognizing Veterans Day and the Month of the Military Family with special celebrations and activities to honor the veterans and active-duty heroes in our community and across the country.
Let’s turn our schools PURPLE Friday, November 14!
