Millbrook Elementary

✨📚 Happy World Book Day! Today is the perfect day to celebrate the magic of reading, and what better way to do so than by supporting our school library? 💖 To mark this special day, we’re reminding you of our TitleWish fundraiser to help add new books and more exciting resources for our students to our library collection. Every little bit counts, and your contribution will make a huge difference in creating a collection that fosters a love of reading for years to come. 📖❤️ 👉 How You Can Help: Donate to our library fundraiser [https://www.titlewish.com/1096205]. Share the love of books with your friends and family! Join us in spreading the joy of reading on this amazing day. Let’s make every page count! 📚🎉

Did you know our library has a pumpkin plant? The next time you are at the school come by and check it out! "Pumpkin Jack" came about after we read a book by the same name. We have observed the pumpkin go through the decomposition process and are now excited to see lots of new pumpkin sprouts poking through the soil. In collaboration with Aiken High School's FFA, we will learn and determine our next steps so that we can continue to observe the life cycle of a pumpkin plant. School libraries aren't just about books - they're about opening doors to new ideas and opportunities to explore the world around us! In celebration of School Library Month, give our students the resources they need to never stop wondering; support our TitleWish fundraiser: https://www.titlewish.com/1096205 Every $10 donation goes directly to adding new resources to our school library collection.

What's on your reading list? Here are our top 5 book picks for this month. Share your favorite library books with us! Want to continue to see the newest and most popular titles added to our school library collection? Support our TitleWish fundraising campaign: https://www.titlewish.com/1096205

Did you know? Libraries help improve literacy, boost critical thinking skills, and foster creativity. School libraries empower students to explore, learn, and dream big! It's time to advocate for the resources that make these spaces thrive. Let's fund our school library and invest in tomorrow's leaders: https://www.titlewish.com/1096205 #NationalSchoolLibraryMonth #schoollibrarymonth #lovelibraries

Did you know? School libraries have been around for over a century, helping students discover new worlds and ideas? What's your favorite memory from the school library? What is your child's favorite memory from the school library? Share your stories on our school's Facebook page. In celebration of National School Library Month, you can help our students continue to make rich, magical reading memories in our school library by supporting our TitleWish fundraiser, which will help fund the addition of new titles, popular series titles, and audiobooks to our collection: https://www.titlewish.com/1096205

Welcome to School Library Month! School libraries are more than just places to borrow books. They are hubs for learning, creativity, and growth. From access to diverse resources to supporting students with unique needs, school libraries are essential for fostering a love of learning. We'll be celebrating our library and the amazing resources it offers. Stay tuned for fun posts all month long! Support our library today by giving to our TitleWish fundraiser: https://www.titlewish.com/1096205

In celebration of School Library Month, starting tomorrow, April 1, 2025, and ending on April 30, 2025, we’re having an online Titlewish event. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to purchasing new materials for our school library. We’re asking you to participate and help us raise $1,500. We’re going to use this money to purchase new award-winning titles, the next books in our popular series, and audiobooks for our school. To help us meet our goal, please visit https://www.titlewish.com/1096205 and click the Donate button. Thank you for helping us provide Millbrook Elementary students with the best education possible!

🌸🎉 Spring Break Fun at Aiken County Public Library! 🎉🌸 Looking for exciting, hands-on activities to keep your kiddos entertained during Spring Break? 🌼📚 Join our friends at the Aiken County Public Library for a variety of FREE family-friendly events, including arts & crafts, movies, interactive storytelling, games, and more! 🎨🖍️🧩 Perfect for kids of all ages! Bring the whole family and make some lasting memories! 💫 Location: Aiken County Public Library Website: https://www.abbe-lib.org/event-category/acpl/ Phone number: (803) 642-2020

Are you curious about Aiken County’s FREE virtual school for middle & high school students? Now’s your chance to learn all about it! 🌟 Join us for an informational meeting where parents, guardians, and community members can explore how Aiken iNNOVATE provides a high-quality virtual learning experience—taught by certified Aiken County teachers! What Makes Aiken iNNOVATE Unique? ✅ Completely FREE for middle & high school students ✅ Live, interactive lessons with real teachers ✅ Structured schedule—just like in-person school! ✅ Engaging curriculum designed for student success ✅ Flexibility & support for different learning needs Don’t miss this opportunity to discover a new way to learn! There will be two virtual information meetings to learn more on March 26 at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Please RSVP at forms.office.com/r/58Zu8w25HS 📢 Help us spread the word! Share this with anyone who might be interested!

We are thrilled to share that McKenna Whitted's bookmark earned 3rd place in the Children's Book Award Bookmark Contest at the state level! McKenna's creativity and passion for reading truly shone through, and we could not be prouder of this incredible achievement! Congratulations, McKenna, for representing our community and school so wonderfully in this statewide competition!

The Reading Witches from Millbrook Elementary represented our school in the Aiken County Elementary Battle of the Books competition! The Aiken County Elementary Battle of the Books would not be possible without the support of several amazing sponsors. The Reading Witches, who made it to the final 8 out of 21 total teams, worked tirelessly, showcasing their reading knowledge, teamwork, and passion for literature. We are incredibly proud of their dedication. They each had breakfast and lunch and took home a swag bag full of goodies, all thanks to our gracious sponsors! Reading Witches, we are so proud of how you represented our school today! And, to all our sponsors, thank you for supporting our students and literacy; your community partnership is greatly appreciated!

We are thrilled to announce the winners of our school's Book Award Bookmark Contest hosted by the library! The creativity and enthusiasm shown by our students was truly inspiring, and we're proud to share the winning designs with the entire school community. In the Picture Book category, we have two winners: Aubrey Zella Oscar Elam In the Children’s Book category, we also have two winners: Makayla Hokey McKenna Whitted What’s Next? • The winning bookmarks will be printed and distributed throughout our school, allowing everyone to enjoy the artistic talent of our students. • These bookmarks will also be entered into the State Bookmark Contest, where our students will have the opportunity to showcase their designs at the state level. • State Winners will be announced next week at the South Carolina Association of School Librarians Annual Conference, and we can’t wait to see if any of our students take home the prize! Thank you to everyone who participated, and congratulations again to our talented winners. Keep an eye out for your bookmark in the coming days, and stay tuned for more exciting news as we cheer on our students in the state contest!

Because of the generosity of several individuals and donations at our recent Book Fair: All of 3rd grade (112 students) were able to shop the fair 90 students received a visit from the Book Fairy and were able to shop the fair 16 new books were acquired for our school library 23 new books will be added to classroom libraries Thank you for bringing "book joy" to our students!

Congratulations to Teacher Nerds Unite (Ms. Bryant, Ms. Coleman, Ms. McKie, Ms. Pencille, Ms. Osteen, and Ms. Williams), our 2024-2025 Faculty Battle of the Books Champions! This amazing faculty team has claimed victory in this year’s Battle of the Books! But, the challenge isn’t over yet... They will go head-to-head with the Reading Witches, our student Battle of the Books Champions in the ultimate showdown at STEAM Night! 📖⚡ 📅 Thursday, March 13, 2025 ⏰ 5:45 PM 📍 Millbrook Elementary Cafeteria Who will take home the ultimate bragging rights? Join us for an exciting battle and cheer on your favorite team!

There’s still time to shop the online book fair AND support our school! Every purchase made through March 12th will benefit our school — 25% of every order goes directly back to us! 🙌 🛒 Shop Now & Enjoy: 💳 Use your remaining eWallet funds! 🚚 Get FREE shipping directly to your door on orders over $25! 🎒📚 25% of every purchase goes directly to support our school! Hurry, the fair ends on March 12th! Don’t miss out on the best new books! 🌐Shop here: https://shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecommerce/as-seen-in-schools/360fair.html?fairId=5770211

We are excited to announce that Field Day T-shirts are now available for purchase! These fun and colorful shirts are just $13 and are perfect for showing your school spirit while enjoying a day of games and activities. T-shirts are on sale now and will be available until Wednesday, March 12th. Be sure to place your order before time runs out! To order, please click the link below: 🔗 https://carolinascreenprint.com/shop/ols/products/millbrook-field-day-mll-fld-day Thank you for supporting our school and helping make Field Day an unforgettable experience for everyone!

Tomorrow - Friday, March 7 - is the last day of our Book Fair, and we want to thank you for your support this week! If your child hasn't had the chance to grab that must-have book or explore the amazing selections, now's the time to do so. 🚨 Reminder: Worried about your child carrying around loose change or cash? To make the shopping experience even easier, have him/her use an eWallet to pay! It's quick, secure, and convenient. You can set up an eWallet at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/millbrookelementaryschool2.

CARD ONLY! 📚✨ Yes, Book Fair is Open Today! ✨📚 Join us from 11 AM to 2 PM TODAY for an exciting family-friendly shopping experience at our Book Fair! Whether you're looking for new reads for the little ones or something for yourself, there's something for everyone. 🛒 Don't forget: Card payments only – so be sure to bring your card with you! 🏦

📚✨ Attention families! ✨📚 Our Book Fair is open for family shopping tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5, from 11 AM to 2 PM! Come find amazing books for all ages and support our school. 💳 Please note: Only CARD payments will be accepted. No cash transactions. We can’t wait to see you there! 📖❤️

Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5, there is a threat of severe weather with wind gusts in the morning forecasted to exceed 40 mph. This wind speed exceeds the threshold allowed for school buses to be on roadways. This wind event will result in a need to shift to e-learning tomorrow. Employees should plan to report to their work location on a two-hour delayed start, with no building or office opening before 10 a.m. Afterschool extracurricular practices, games, and events will continue tomorrow as scheduled. There will be no QuestZone tomorrow. We apologize for the challenges that this will cause our families and appreciate your continued cooperation and support!