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KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL'S DAWN VALENTINE NAMED TO 2025-26 TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Kennedy Middle Science Teacher Dawn Valentine on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mrs. Valentine! We are so proud of you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Teacher of the Year!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Dawn Valentine surprised as Teacher of the Year Honor Court Member.

GLOVERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S SARAH PORTER NAMED TO 2025-26 FIRST YEAR TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Gloverville Elementary Art Teacher Sarah Porter on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Ms. Porter! You are a star! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for First Year Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Sarah Porter surprised as First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court Member.

PAUL KNOX MIDDLE SCHOOL'S WALKER SEYMOUR NAMED TO 2025-26 FIRST YEAR TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Paul Knox Middle Math Teacher Walker Seymour on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mr. Seymour! We are so proud of you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for First Year Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Walker Seymour surprised as First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court Member.

BYRD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S THERESA REEVES NAMED TO 2025-26 FIRST YEAR TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Byrd Elementary Fourth Grade Teacher Theresa Reeves on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Ms. Reeves! We are so proud of you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for First Year Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Theresa Reeves surprised as First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court member.

REDCLIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S COLBY GERALD NAMED TO 2025-26 FIRST YEAR TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Redcliffe Elementary Music Teacher Colby Gerald on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mr. Gerald! Way to go! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for First Year Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Colby Gerald surprised as First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court Member.

SILVER BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL'S JESSICA MATLOCK NAMED TO 2025-26 FIRST YEAR TEACHER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Silver Bluff High Math Teacher Jessica Matlock on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Ms. Matlock! We are so proud of you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for First Year Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Jessica Matlock surprised as First Year Teacher of the Year Honor Court Member:

WAGENER-SALLEY HIGH SCHOOL'S RASHEEM NELOMS NAMED TO 2025-26 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Wagener-Salley High Principal Rasheem Neloms on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mr. Neloms! Thank you for all you do! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Rasheem Neloms surprised as Principal of the Year Honor Court Member.

SCHOFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL'S SHUNTE DUGAR NAMED TO 2025-26 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Schofield Middle Principal Shunte Dugar on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mrs. Dugar! We are so thankful for you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Shunte Dugar surprised as Principal of the Year Honor Court Member.

NORTH AIKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S ELISA SANDERS-PEE NAMED TO 2025-26 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to North Aiken Elementary Principal Elisa Sanders-Pee on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Ms. Sanders-Pee! Thank you for your leadership! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year this week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Elisa Sanders-Pee surprised as Principal of the Year Honor Court Member.

January 28 BOARD MEETING - The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Please visit https://www.acpsd.net/page/board-meeting-livestream to view the meeting agenda and access the livestream when the meeting begins. Board Meetings are open to the public, although seating is limited. Our School Board Representatives may be contacted for any questions from our community stakeholders. Their contact information is available from that link as well.

2 months ago, Aiken County Public School District

NORTH AUGUSTA HIGH SCHOOL'S DAVID HARRIS NAMED TO 2025-26 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to North Augusta High Assistant Principal David Harris on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mr. Harris! Thank you for all you do! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

David Harris Surprised as Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court Msmber

Davis Harris surprised as Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court Member at his school.

MILLBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S TERRA VAN DER LINDEN NAMED TO 2025-26 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Millbrook Elementary Assistant Principal Terra Van Der Linden on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mrs. Van Der Linden! We are thankful for you!! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Terra Van Der Linden surprised as Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court Member at her school.

RIDGE SPRING-MONETTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S PATRICK NEWSOME NAMED TO 2025-26 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Ridge Spring-Monetta Elementary Assistant Principal Patrick Newsome on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their schools earlier this month. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mr. Newsome! We are so proud of you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Assistant Principal of the Year Honor Court Member Patrick Newsome surprised at his school.

✨❄️👏 Shining a Light on Flexibility & Dependability 👏❄️✨ This past week, winter weather brought its challenges, but our Aiken County Public School District teachers and staff rose to the occasion with grace, flexibility, and unwavering dedication. A big thanks to all for adapting to remote work and learning, ensuring our students stayed engaged and supported despite the cold. Your dependability and commitment shine brightly, no matter the weather. Together, we’ve proven that nothing can freeze our passion for education. See an ACPSD staff member shine? Send them a shout out at www.acpsd.net/shine. ✨ #SHINEACPSD #ACPSDcelebrates

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Shine ACPSD Staff Shout Out Sunday, January 26, 2025 Presented by ACPSD's Teacher Forum

Robert McKenzie Aiken High School PE Teach & Coach He is a consistent source of support, a role model, and a shining example of what it means to be a dedicated educator. His efforts make a lasting impact on the lives of his students, and he deserves to be celebrated for his unwavering commitment to them. Coach McKenzie, thank you for all that you do. You’ve earned a big pat on the back for being an incredible teacher and mentor!

Cody Fee Millbrook Elementary Aide Cody's dedication to our students is truly inspiring. Her unwavering commitment to helping our kids shines through in everything she does. She works so hard, always with a smile, and she loves our students unconditionally. Her flexibility and willingness to step in wherever needed is deeply appreciated. Her positive attitude and hard work make such a difference in the lives of our students. We are so fortunate to have her on our team! Jacque Osteen

Merry Glenne Piccolino District Office Director of Communications MGP! We appreciate your calm and steady voice to inform our whole district of any important communication needs! You are the MVP for ACPSD as you are the messenger to all to keep our families and facilities safe! Thank You for your hard work and Dedication! MGP the real MVP!

Elizabeth DiGiacomo South Aiken High School English Teacher I always say it, but I mean it whenever I say it. Thank You, Mrs. D, for all the extra efforts you make to help us grow, and the challenges you encourage us to face that help us become a better person every day. Thank You for giving us nicknames and making them special to the point where we got used to being called that inside and outside your classroom. You are not only our teacher, you are our friend, our school momma, authority, and guide, We will always be grateful to you for your support and kindness. I will miss you once I graduate. - Easy E

Cowana Battle Schofield Middle School Special Education Aide She is an incredible worker, consistently going above and beyond to support her students, embracing them as if they were her own and inspiring them to reach their fullest potential.

ACPSD Bus Drivers and Monitors Transportation Department Bus Drivers and Monitors I want to express my deepest appreciation to our incredible bus drivers and monitors for their dedication during these challenging winter conditions. You go above and beyond every day no matter how difficult the weather may be. Thank you for your hard work and patience in these tough conditions. I'm incredibly grateful for all of you and you are truly appreciated!!!! Sharon Harris

Emily Bostedor Jefferson Elementary Special Education Teacher My family and I love Mrs. B so much, she will always have a special place not just in our hearts but in Amy’s heart even more. For so long she was Amy’s teacher and that is something that Amy will never forget. Thank you for making the past five years the best thing ever. We love you more than words can say. - Isamarie and Fam

ACPSD COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT'S MERRY GLENNE PICCOLINO NAMED TO 2025-26 DISTRICT LEVEL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Director of Communications and Community Partnerships Merry Glenne Piccolino on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their locations last week. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Merry Glenne! You are a star!! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for District Level Administrator of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Director of Communications and Community Partnerships Merry Glenne Piccolino surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member.

ACPSD DIVISION OF INSTRUCTION'S JULIE REVELLE NAMED TO 2025-26 DISTRICT LEVEL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools Julie Revelle on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their locations last week. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Mrs. Revelle! We are so thankful for you!! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for District Level Administrator of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools Julie Revelle surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member.

ACPSD DIVISION OF INSTRUCTION'S MICKI DOVE NAMED TO 2025-26 DISTRICT LEVEL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Director of Curriculum Support Micki Dove on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top three winners in the school district, at their locations last week. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Micki! We appreciate all you do!! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for District Level Administrator of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

2 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Micki Dove surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member.

Micki Dove surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member with district leaders.

Micki Dove surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member with Chief Officer Amy Edwards.

Micki Dove surprised as District Level Administrator of the Year Honor Court Member with her team.

ACPSD DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS' BRITTANY ZAREMBA NAMED TO 2025-26 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Department of Special Programs School Psychologist Brittany Zaremba on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their locations last week. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Brittany! We are so thankful for you! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Professional Staff Member of the Year, District Level Administrator of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

3 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Brittany Zaremba surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court Member.

Brittany Zaremba surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court Member with district leadership.

Brittany Zaremba surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court Member with team and administration.

ACPSD TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT'S RASHAD ROLAND NAMED TO 2025-26 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR HONOR COURT Congratulations to Transportation Supervisor Rashad Roland on being named to the 2025-26 STARS of Public Education Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court! District leaders surprised Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court members, who are the top five winners in the school district, at their locations last week. The District will host all school winners, recognize top nominees, and announce District winners during the STARS of Public Education Banquet at Aiken High School on March 20, 2025. Congratulations, Rashad! You are a star!! Stay tuned to our district website and social media as we continue to celebrate our Honor Court Members for Professional Staff Member of the Year, District Level Administrator of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, First Year Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year over the coming week!✨ #ACPSDcelebrates #STARSOfPublicEducation

3 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools

Rashad Roland surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court member.

Rashad Roland surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court member with district leaders.

Rashad Roland surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court member with family.

Rashad Roland surprised as Professional Staff Member of the Year Honor Court member with team.

Aiken County Public Schools will return to in-person learning and work tomorrow, Friday, January 24; in an abundance of caution, all schools and offices will begin the day on a two-hour delayed start. In preparation for a decision on tomorrow’s operations, our leaders have driven hundreds of miles across the county. Daytime temperatures are beginning to increase, melting snow and drying most roadways. However, it would not be possible to investigate each and every road that families and employees may travel tomorrow, and there are possibly secondary roads and well-shaded dirt roads that may remain unsuitable for travel. Please use additional caution when traveling to school and work tomorrow, avoiding less-travelled secondary routes, where possible. The safety of our students, staff, and families is of most importance; please reach out to school leadership with any concerns. Families in our more rural areas, please stay tuned for possible school bus pickup location changes that may be necessary. Important Details for tomorrow: • Student Meals: With the delayed start schedule, only lunch will be served tomorrow in our 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 starts on the two-hour delay. • After-School Activities: Afterschool care through QuestZone will be held tomorrow, as well as other activities planned for after school hours if scheduled by event organizers, club sponsors, coaches, etc. • Aiken County Career and Technology Center: Morning session students should report to their high schools. The afternoon session will continue as planned. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in-person tomorrow. Thank you for your patience and flexibility!

3 months ago, Aiken County Public Schools