
🎉👩🏫👨🏫 Happy Substitute Appreciation Day to all of our amazing substitutes in the School District of Pickens County!
Today, we celebrate the incredible work you do to support our students and staff. Whether it’s stepping in at a moment’s notice or bringing your unique energy to the classroom, you make a difference every day! 🙌💙
Thank you for your flexibility, dedication, and passion for education! 🍎


🌟 Calling all little book lovers! 📖✨
Join us on September 25th for our first-ever Preschool Pages event, specially designed for children ages 2 & 3 who are not yet in school. This is a fun-filled morning to spark a love of reading with the little ones, with an adult by their side.
Sign up by September 20 to save your spot! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3z0MWFc


Happy Constitution Day! Today, our students are diving into the history and importance of the U.S. Constitution. They’re exploring the rights, freedoms, and responsibilities that shape our country.
We’re proud to celebrate this foundational historical moment and encourage our students to be informed and engaged citizens! 🎉


🚨 Exciting News! 🚨
PTO Fun Run is Friday, September 27th! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Money is due by Wednesday, Sept. 25th
The class that raises the most money wins an ice cream party! 🍦
Wear your grade-level shirt if you bought one!
Parents can cheer from a special viewing area during your child’s run time. Kona Ice will be offered to all students!
Times:
3K/4K: 9:00-9:30
5K/1st: 9:45-10:30
2nd/3rd: 10:45-11:30
4th/5th: 1:00-1:45
If you have questions, contact your child’s teacher or PTO!


🍏🥧 Mrs. Roper and Mrs. Linda's K4 class had a blast celebrating National Kids in the Kitchen Day on Friday, Sept. 13 by making delicious apple pies! 👩🍳👨🍳
The students enjoyed learning how to measure ingredients, mix, and create their very own mini pies. What a fun and tasty way to practice life skills! 🍽️🎉
Great job, little chefs! 🍎


ATTENTION!!
Good News Club and other clubs are in full swing! As a reminder, if your child will not be attending their usual club for any reason, please be sure to send in a note or call the front office to let us know. 📝📞
We would also like to give a big thank you to the wonderful group of volunteers who facilitate Good News Club every Monday afternoon! Your dedication and support mean so much to our students! 💙🙌
Thank you for helping us keep everything running smoothly!


We want to ensure that all our students can make the most of their Chromebooks this school year. Please review the attached flyer for important information about damage fees and policies.




📚✨ Join us on September 25 for our first Preschool Pages Event! This special event is for children ages 2 & 3, who are NOT enrolled in school and are accompanied by an adult. It’s a fun-filled opportunity to introduce little ones to the joy of reading!
Please sign up by September 20th - https://bit.ly/3z0MWFc


📢 Reminder for Our School Community!
Join us this Thursday at 8:30 AM for our Volunteer Training and Parent Workshop! This is a great opportunity to get involved, learn valuable skills, and support our students.
📅 Date: Thursday
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM
📍 Location: Hagood Elem. Cafeteria
We look forward to seeing you there! 🌟




🎶✨ Kindergarten Fun in Music Class! 🎶✨
Our kindergarten students use scarves and movement to express themselves through music! 🎨💃 These creative activities help them explore rhythm, emotion, and self-expression in a fun and engaging way.
We love seeing their energy and imagination come to life! 🎶💙


Join us for a Parent Workshop where we’ll be learning how to navigate Schoology! 🎓💻 This is a great opportunity to get familiar with the platform and stay connected with your child’s learning.
📅 When: 9/12/24
⏰ Time: 9:00am
📍 Where: HES Cafeteria
We look forward to seeing you there! Let’s make this school year a success, together! 😊



We’re excited to offer our 2nd Volunteer Training this Thursday morning from 8:30-9:00 AM in the cafeteria! 🍎 This is a great opportunity to get involved and make a difference in our school community.
If you missed the first session, now’s your chance! We’d love to see you there. 😊


📢 Parents, we need your help! 📢
Please take a moment to review your child’s FinalForms account. It’s important that we have up-to-date contact information to ensure smooth communication throughout the school year. If there have been any changes, or if you’re still receiving email reminders, please log in to update your details.
Your prompt updates help us keep everything running smoothly. Thank you for your support! 😊


📢 Reminder for YAMS Parents! 📢
If your child is participating in YAMS this year, please make sure their registration paper is turned in to their homeroom teacher by September 15th! 📄✅
Let’s get those forms in so your child can enjoy all the fun and learning YAMS has to offer!


🌟 Dr. Allen Fain and Dr. Darian Byrd had a wonderful visit to Hagood Elementary last week, where they were warmly welcomed by Principal Jessica Hendricks. “It was truly inspiring to see the energy and creativity Jessica brings to her school,” Dr. Byrd said.
They even got a sneak peek of the Eagle’s News Network (ENN) in action, with ‘producer’ April Tolley recording an episode featuring Principal Hendricks. “This is just one example of how Hagood Elementary fosters a fun and engaging environment for students,” Dr. Byrd noted.
Both Dr. Fain and Dr. Byrd expressed their gratitude for dedicated educators like Jessica and April in the School District of Pickens County who go above and beyond to make a difference every day! 👏✨


💧 We’re so thankful for our water bottle refill station, especially during this hot month! ☀️ It’s keeping everyone hydrated and ready to take on the day. Remember to stay cool and keep those water bottles filled!


🌟 September’s Eagle Essential: GRATITUDE 🌟
This month, we’re talking about Gratitude. Let’s share what gratitude means to us and how we show it.
✨ What are you thankful for this month?
Drop your thoughts in the comments and let’s keep the conversation going! 🙌💛


🎉 Last week, our K5-5th grade students took the iReady assessment, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work! 📝👏 Teachers will use this data to tailor instruction and meet each student at their personalized level, ensuring every child gets the support they need to succeed.
