Augusta County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 as we recognize the Labor Day Holiday.
August 7, 2024 is the First Day of School for our students in Augusta County. REMINDER: School buses will be on the roads. Please drive carefully. Look out for children. And stop while their stop arms are out.
Also, please remember that it often takes a few days for the traffic patterns to work themselves out at our school buildings. So please be patient with our school staffs and each other as we welcome our kids back into our buildings!
The live feed for tonight's school board meeting is listed below:https://youtube.com/live/TvRC1KOa62A
Central Office, including the Instruction, Student Services, and Technology Departments, are closed due to a power outage impacting the Augusta County Government Center.
Online registration is open for the 2024-2025 School Year. Please see the posts below in the NEWS for instructions. Please call the school if you need assistance.
The next Regular School Board Meeting has been changed to Wednesday, July 31 at 7:00 at Buffalo Gap High School. This meeting will take the place of the August 1 meeting. More information is available here: https://www.augusta.k12.va.us/o/acps/page/school-board-menu
ACPS Division Literacy Plan Review: Thank you for taking the time to review the DRAFT version of the Augusta County Public Schools Division Literacy Plan. This plan will go into effect for the 2024-2025 school year as part of the requirements of the Virginia Literacy Act. As you review the ACPS Division Literacy Plan, please share your thoughts with us in order to help us make final revisions to the plan.
https://forms.gle/HDkPTV3jyQsJ1fXq9
S5E7: Blair Hoffman, Teacher of the Year
For our season finale, Dr. Bond sat down with the 2024 ACPS Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Blair Hoffman, and three of her students. Tune in to hear more about Mrs. Hoffman's career and her commitment to her outstanding students!
https://youtu.be/UoFrfet7JQk
Free Meals To Go for Kids and Teens Under 18 Years Old are Available at All ACPS High Schools: June 4, 11, 18, 25 - 5-7 pm
Graduation Streaming Links:
Saturday, May 18th, 9:00 AM
BGHS at BGHS: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/.../buffalo-gap.../evt9975dd840e
Saturday, May 18th, 10:00 AM
RHS at RHS: https://www.facebook.com/events/1129291448285811/
Monday, May 20th, 7:00 PM
WMHS at JMU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBWHqAVu1eY
Tuesday, May 21st, 7:00 PM
FDHS at JMU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qG4SVIm8BQ
Wednesday, May 22nd, 7:00 PM
SDHS at JMU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cATY16uZzUo
At approximately 2:07 p.m. today, the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) informed the school division of a community event in the Stuarts Draft and Riverheads area. ACSO requested that Stump Elementary School be placed under the code “secure” for approximately 60 minutes this afternoon. Even though the situation was not associated with the school, the code “secure” was implemented out of an abundance of caution. During a code “secure”, students and staff remain inside the school and the instructional routine is not disrupted. Two buses that travel on Cold Springs Road and Wilda Road were temporarily held at the schools per the direction of ACSO. At approximately 3:30 p.m., ACSO gave the “all clear”. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our families and the assistance provided by ACSO.
"Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system." –Sidney Hook
Thank you for the admirable efforts you have put into the 2023-2024 school year. This week, we take extra time to express our gratitude for the difference you make in the lives of our students. It is a pleasure to visit our schools and witness the high-quality education you are providing our students each day. I recognize the energy, effort, and enthusiasm you pour into your work each school day and many hours before and after. Your devotion makes Augusta County Public Schools an exceptional place for your students, and our future, to learn and grow!
With sincere appreciation,
Dr. Eric W. Bond
Division Superintendent
Now hiring bus drivers!
Starting kindergarten is a major milestone, but we are here for you! This episode is a must-listen for families getting their little ones ready to start kindergarten. Julie McClamroch, Inclusive Early Childhood Supervisor, joins Dr. Bond to discuss all the essential steps for kindergarten registration, including the required documents and tips for making the process smooth! This episode will help ensure you and your child are ready to embrace this exciting new chapter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15Y5trH3rPo
Attention Rising 7th and 12th graders. Please schedule now to receive required vaccines for next school year and turn in documentation early. Documentation can include a medical exemption form, a notarized Religious exemption form or documentation of vaccine administration.
Required vaccines for rising 7th graders are the Tdap and Meningitis. HPV is required but parents can opt out.
Rising 12th graders need at least 1 Meningitis vaccine.
For the Fort, Stewart and BMMS students, the Health Dept will be coming to campus on April 19th to administer. Consent forms can be obtained at your child's school. Vaccines will not be administered without parental consent.
If you have questions, please reach out to your school nurse.
Adventures at the Museum, "We Need Families" https://youtu.be/dpqmUOpTNys - Tune in to this episode to hear all the details about the upcoming “Adventures at the Museum Night” event! The event includes a pizza dinner, free books, STEAM activities, and a chance to explore the grounds of the Frontier Culture Museum- all for free! Mrs. Jane Wright, Director of Elementary Instruction, tells listeners what to expect at the event and how to sign up! Be sure to sign up using the QR code at the end of the episode. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reminder to Families: Spring Break is March 25 - April 1. Schools and offices are closed.
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Augusta County Public Schools would like to express our sincerest condolences to the family of Edward G. Clymore, former Superintendent. His legacy of leadership endures throughout our school division, especially in the Edward G. Clymore Elementary School community. In October 2022, Mr. Clymore visited Clymore Elementary School and shared some special moments with students and staff. We are grateful for his positive impact on public education in Augusta County.
Recently ACPS educators and students had the opportunity to participate in Digital Learning Day, a nationwide event highlighting how teachers are using technology in innovative ways to engage learners. Take a look at some photos of our ACPS students learning using technology!
