Monday - Wear Red Day: Kick off the week by wearing bright red shirts or all red!
Tuesday - Hat Day "Put a Cap on Drugs!": Wear your favorite hat or baseball cap.
Wednesday - Team Jersey Day "Team Up Against Drugs!": Wear your favorite sports jersey or team shirt.
Thursday - Crazy Sock Day "Sock It to Drugs!": Wear colorful, wild, or mismatched socks.
Friday - Neon Day "Too Bright for Drugs!": Wear your brightest neon colors.
Make a Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free! See less
TRUNK-OR-TREAT: The first all-three school Trunk-or-Treat will be Thursday, October 29th from 5-7 pm, or until the candy runs out! The event is open to children 13 years old or younger. High school students should be volunteering as helpers only! Admission is one canned food/non-perishable donation per participant for the It's Spooky to Be Hungry food drive. Wear your best costume! Want to host a trunk? Call (839) 846-7006 or email hloy@acpsd.net to reserve your spot - deadline is October 26th. Students not already assisting with a club/trunk who are interested in helping at the event should see Ms. Loy to sign up.
Which fictional character do you wish you could meet in person?
Leave your answer in the comments. We can't wait to read your answers!
#ThursdayThoughts
This AVID Open Access podcast, Fostering Parent/School Partnerships, shares a powerful idea: families aren't simply recipients of information from schools—they are co-educators and essential partners in student success.
The conversation explores:
🏫 Building trust between families and schools
🤝 Creating consistent expectations at home and at school
💬 Staying connected—even as students become more independent
🌱 Helping students develop confidence, resilience, organization, and self-advocacy
❤️ The importance of simply showing up for our kids
And one message especially worth remembering for our high school families: our teenagers may want more independence, but they still need us in their corner.
🎧 Take 30 minutes to listen—or skim the highlights and resources on the page:
https://avidopenaccess.org/resource/504-fostering-parent-school-partnerships-with-laura-rounds/
WE believe. WE overcome. WE soar. 🦅
#WSHS #WarEagles #AVID #FamilyEngagement #ParentPartnerships #StudentSuccess
Please take a moment to review the family school compact and provide feedback - every voice matters!
A new chapter has begun for Wagener-Salley High School athletics!
On Friday, September 4, the Wagener-Salley War Eagles entered a new chapter for their athletic programs.
After playing their final game at their longtime home field at the former high school on August 28, the War Eagles played their first game in their new stadium, dedicated to former principal J.O. Brown.
This new athletic complex is part of a $15 million project that include the additions of new baseball and softball fields, and an eight- lane track located on Wagener-Salley's campus.
The new 1,200 seat stadium brings equitable spaces to Wagener-Salley athletics and will set a high standard of competition of years to come. The J.O. Brown Stadium dedication marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Wagener-Salley community with all of the War Eagle spirit.
Parents and Families,
Please take a minute to read Mr. Nelom's letter and respond to our Title 1 Feedback Survey. Your feedback is very important.
Mark your calendars!
Wednesday, August 19th will be the first early dismissal day of the 2026–27 school year!
Students will be dismissed early while our teachers and staff use the afternoon for professional development, collaboration, and additional training to support student success.
Get a glimpse into what professional development looks like for our staff here at Aiken County by watching the video on YouTube at:https://youtu.be/RJ6SEXp8wUk .
🎓 CSRA COLLEGE NIGHT 🎓
Are you a high school student or parent of a high school student who is interested in exploring college, military, and career opportunities? Don’t miss CSRA College Night on Thursday, September 3 at the Augusta Convention Center from 5pm-8pm.
What You’ll Find:
• Representatives from colleges and universities across the U.S.
• Military career information
• Career exploration resources
• Professional and technical organizations
• SRS Apprenticeship information
• Scholarship drawing for high school seniors
Free Seminars Include:
• Financial Aid
• College Application Essay Writing
• Resume Writing
• Financial Literacy
• SRS Apprenticeships
NEW THIS YEAR!
Some colleges will offer FREE APPLICATIONS or on-site acceptance for qualified students!
🎯 How to Prepare
✅ Register for Strive Scan to share your information with colleges and receive college updates.
✅ High School Seniors-Bring copies of your high school transcript to help you make the most of conversations with college representatives.
✅ Visit the CSRA College Night website for complete event details, including parking information, participating colleges, career resources, and more:
CSRA College Night Website
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.
Join us as we celebrate the Aiken County Public School District Class of 2026!
We are excited to share a video highlighting this years graduation ceremonies. From the first steps across the stage to the dreams that lie ahead, this special graduation film highlights the achievements, memories, and aspirations of graduates from across our district. Featuring messages from graduates and their family members, this video captures the pride, perseverance, and promise that defines the class of 2026.
To watch the video please visit: https://youtu.be/un1GlK9bodA?si=qmtFcZ06OcF6vIzA
We are proud to celebrate our graduates across Aiken County and in addition to watching this video we invite you to please take a moment and read about their amazing accomplishments at www.acpsd.net/2026-grads.
Congratulations to our graduates as they begin the next chapter of their journey. Your story is just beginning.
#ACPSDCelebrates #ACPSD2026Grads #AikenCountyPublicSchools #2026Graduation
