We accept applications in January for the summer session with the program beginning June 1, 2026. Students accepted into the summer program may continue to volunteer during the school year with approval from the Volunteer Services team.
If you are interested in serving as a VolunTeen, please submit the VolunTeen Application and required forms by March 9 during the open application period.
For more information please visit https://www.wellstar.org/community/volunteer/wmcg-health-volunteens
January 27, 2026: Regular Operations
Aiken County Public Schools will return to a regular schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, with no change to arrival times.
Thank you for your flexibility this morning as we operated on a two-hour delay due to the weekend’s winter storm.
Please anticipate continued cool temperatures throughout the week. District leaders will continue monitoring weather conditions alongside local Emergency Management officials, including the potential for a weather system this weekend, and will communicate any updates if changes to operations become necessary.
All NAHS, PKMS, NAMS & HSMS boys 7-12 grades are eligible. HSMS boys must be zoned for NAHS!
All athletes must have a current SC sports physical & completed NAHS athletic packet completed and turned in.
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.
The All-State Orchestra is comprised of the best young musicians from across South Carolina. Placement in this ensemble is an honor and a testament to Izaak's dedication and love of music. WAY TO GO IZAAK!
Varsity basketball shined bright Tuesday night at Midland Valley for Neon Night! ✨
🔥 Lady Jackets dominated the Lady Mustangs with a commanding 61–17 victory
🔥 Jacket boys followed up strong, winning 77–41
🌟 Highlight of the night: Quh’Mareon Webb reached a huge milestone by scoring his 1,000th career point! 🏆👏
🚍 Up next:
The Jackets head to Gilbert this Friday, then return home to host Gray Collegiate for a big region battle at The Nest on Tuesday, January 27.
Let’s keep the momentum going—see you there, Jacket Nation!
