Staff members showed off their temporary tattoos to support the school’s health clinic fundraiser.

1 day ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Staff sporting temporary tattoos for a good cause.

Middle Level Summer 2026 Content Recovery for ACPSD Middle School Students
Lab Hours: June 3-18, 2026
Monday through Thursday 8:30am-11:30am
Registration Information:
Register and pay at your home school.
Opens May 18, 2026
Closes Friday, May 29, 2026, at 12 noon
Jackson STEM Middle School
803-471-2237

2 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Summer School brochure,  page 1
summer school brochure, page 2
Friday, AVID students had their last Buddy Breakfast for the 2025/26 school year. A big thanks to Mrs. Wiggins for helping.
2 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Students eating at the Buddy Breakfast.
Whole group photo of Buddy Breakfast.
Table two of students at the Buddy Breakfast.
Congratulations to our 2026-2027 cheerleaders. Way to go girls!!
2 days ago, Athletics at Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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ACPSD to begin testing this week!

2 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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Happy National School Principal's Day to Mrs. Fran Altringer! We appreciate you very much.

5 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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We love our lunch super heroes! We would like to thank our cafeteria workers for all they do to provide nutritious breakfast and lunch meals every school day.

5 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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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!

9 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
2026 ACPSD Fine Arts Festival  May 2, 2026 | 10 am - 2 pm, Aiken Center for the Arts 122 Laurens St, SW Aiken, SC 29801.
The students and staff would like to thank volunteers from the First Baptist Church of Jackson for beautifying the courtyard. It looks wonderful!
9 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Courtyard landscaping
Side view of courtyard
Courtyard pathway after landscaping
Left side of courtyard
Group photo of First Baptist Church of Jackson, SC landscaping volunteers
DELL COST SAVINGS EVENT FOR STUDENTS, STAFF, AND FACULTY

The Dell Tech Upgrade Event is officially live — giving students, staff, and faculty an exclusive opportunity to purchase AI‑ready technology at Dell’s best online education pricing.

From 4/27 through 5/4, eligible members can shop for limited‐time savings on powerful AI‑ready PCs, stunning displays, and essential accessories designed for studying, teaching, research, and everyday life. These offers are only available during the Tech Upgrade Event, making now the ideal time to upgrade.

Plus, students, staff, and faculty can save up to an additional 10% with Dell’s Education Discount, helping stretch budgets further while investing in reliable, high‑performance technology.

Shop anytime at: www.dell.com/mpp/ACPSD

How Students, Staff, and Faculty Unlock Their Exclusive Savings:

Sign in or create a Dell account at www.dell.com/mpp/ACPSD
Verify eligibility using a valid school or institution email address
The education discount of up to 10% automatically applies at checkout
No codes. No hassle. Just instant savings during the Dell Tech Upgrade Event.

Contact Michelle Everhart, Director of Technology Operations, at meverhart@acpsd.net with any questions or concerns.
12 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
For 🌎 Earth Day, STEM students started their outdoor unit on botany. They planted seeds and cleaned up some of the school grounds. Students have been researching seeds and plants, how to plant seeds, and the best conditions to grow plants.
12 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Students planting seeds.
Students trimming a tree.
Students researching and planting seeds.

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

16 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
April 20-24 Public School Volunteer week.
Volunteer reading story to students.
Three volunteers smiling with anatomy skeleton.
Two volunteers watching over students painting in the park.
Group of students sitting on classroom floor listening to volunteer read a book.
Volunteers at table serving students with icecream.
Two volunteers raking the playground wood chips.
Group of volunteers sitting at table with cups.
Which staff member will get a pie in the face? Students pay $1.00 to vote and $5.00 to throw a pie!
The teachers that are participating are:
Ms. Felton
Ms. Qourters
Mrs. Parks
Mrs. Altringer
Mrs. Wiggins
Mr. Heath
Ms. Neville
Mrs. O'Quinn
Mr. Baughman
Mrs. Akins
16 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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Students display their beautiful poke art made during club time.
16 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Students creating poke art.
Three student displaying their poke artwork made during club day.
Student showing her artwork.

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

19 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
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Thank you to the sponsors of 2025-26 Battle of the Books elementary and middle school District competitions. Each sponsor received handwritten thank you notes from each school team.

19 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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Competition  team writing thank you notes to sponsors.
The Bookmasters team consisting of Erin Hall and Elizabeth Parks represented JMS at the middle school level of the Battle of the Books competition. They did an awesome job answering questions about the ten books they read, and had a good time meeting students from other schools as well.
19 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
Bookmasters team discussing the answer during a competition.
Middle school Battle of the Books group photo.
Bookmasters team and sponsor pose for a photo.
Bookmaster team playing UNO during a break.
Students showing off their literature swag bag items.
This week, our eighth-grade AVID students were able to meet their SRNS apprenticeship STEM Pals today. They asked questions concerning the apprenticeship, student’s career and educational backgrounds. They celebrated meeting with some pizza and cupcakes. A big thanks to Cynthia Hewitt for connecting our students with SRNS.
19 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
SRNS guest speaker
Student asking guest speaker a question.
Female student asking panel a question.
AVID and SRNS group photo
AVID students enjoy pizza and cupcakes.

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!

21 days ago, Aiken County Public School District
This flyer invites current sixth and seventh graders to the free CTE Summer Academy at the Aiken County Career and Technology Center from June 1st through June 4th, 2026.
Este folleto invita a estudiantes de sexto y séptimo grado a la Academia de Verano de CTE gratuita en el ACCTC del 1 al 4 de junio de 2026.
It's about that time!!! Returning student registration for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Monday, April 20th. Lets be PROACTIVE and get it done. If you need any assistance call us at 803-471-2237. More information about registration will be sent home Friday with your student.
21 days ago, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School
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