The district was informed by DHEC on October 6, 2020 that a cafeteria staff member from Fairfax Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was sent home this morning at 8:45 a.m. The two additional close contacts who worked alongside the employee were requested to get tested at 2:30 p.m. the same day. All three employees are now in... READ MORE >
The Allendale County Schools Athletic Department has implemented fan attendance guidelines as set by the SCHSL. Fans are admitted at a capacity that will allow for social distancing at all games this season. Capacity will vary based on the location of the athletic event. The maximum fan capacity for football is 700 and 100 for volleyball. Guidelines • All fans... READ MORE >
In an effort to meet the many requests from parents to switch their child’s instructional model from virtual to hybrid. Parents who wish to make the change from the ACS Virtual Academy to the hybrid instructional model should complete this form by September 24th. Once the form is complete, schools will contact parents to confirm the transition. Students who... READ MORE >
LOS ANGELES and FAIRFAX, S.C. and ALLENDALE, S.C., Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- TutorMe, the online tutor of the future, today announced a partnership with the Allendale County School District in South Carolina to provide free online tutoring to all 1,150 students who attend its four schools: Allendale Elementary School, Fairfax Elementary School,... READ MORE >
Dear Parents and Guardians, We are excited to share that in grades K-8, we are continuing the implementation of the Reading/Mathematics program called i-Ready. Below, you will find information about the program and how we will be using it in the classroom. Since our Kindergarten students took their Fall iReady assessment during L.E.A.P week, our 1st-8th grade... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, September 8, 2020 –– Allendale County School District is proud to be moving forward on the primary wing addition to Allendale Elementary School – a project that is more than 5 years in the making. Serious talks about the addition to Allendale Elementary School for students PreK-2nd grade came about in 2014 when the District and the Board of Trustees... READ MORE >
Allendale County Schools (ACS) will be piloting a new evening school program throughout the 2020 - 2021 school year. Evening School of Excellence (ESE) will provide students with the opportunity to attend classes outside of the traditional instructional day. The goal of the program is to serve high school students who have experienced academic difficulties and may... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) — We are getting a first look at what classrooms inside Allendale County will look like at the beginning of the school year. This fall, plexiglass will be separating every student with classrooms being able to fit a little more than 10 students. NewsChannel 6’s cameras were rolling as school employees at Allendale County... READ MORE >
Allendale County Schools welcomes students back with a video that was themed after the late 80’s show, "A Different World" depicting how the current opening of school is worlds different from how it has been in the past. Everything from virtual learning to creative socially distant greetings was included in a fun way to get students excited about school as much as... READ MORE >
The MUSC School-Based Health Program will offer two opportunities to provide care to students this school year — visits at school and virtual visits at home. Visits at School: Students can be examined, diagnosed and treated by healthcare providers while at school Students are evaluated in the school nurse’s office Schedule appointments through the school... READ MORE >
On August 28th, Allendale County Schools will host a Back-to-School Drive-Thru in the Allendale-Fairfax High School parking lot from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Parents and students will remain in vehicles and receive free school supplies donated by community organizations, churches, businesses and community members. This is event is opened to Allendale County and... READ MORE >
Allendale County Schools partner, the Smiles for a Lifetime dental clinic, will continue to provide services for our students throughout the 2020 - 2021 school year. Preventive and restorative dental services are available to all students in PreK 4-12th grade. To have students enrolled in the program, parents must: Call the Smiles office at (803)... READ MORE >
SRP Federal Credit Union is offering a virtual seminar series teaching teens the essentials of money management. The latest topic to be included in the Teen Money Management series is "Your First Job." Students in grades 9 - 12 will discuss Human Resources, payroll and the tax forms necessary for new employees.Seminar dates:Tuesday, August 11 , 4 PMThursday,... READ MORE >
July 28, 2020 – Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the approval of six school district reopening plans submitted to the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and instituted a face mask requirement for students and staff on state owned school buses. “The plans approved today offer parents high quality, innovative face to face... READ MORE >
Congratulations to 2020 Allendale-Fairfax High School graduate, Javarius Youmans for receiving the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame Bridge Builder Award. The recipient of this award is a high school football player that has best exemplifies the pillars of the Bridge Builder program. Every high school in South Carolina with a football program nominated at least... READ MORE >
The ACS 2020 - 2021 Reopening Plan has been revised. See revisions here. READ MORE >
Allendale County School District will be offering a new Virtual Academy for the 2020-2021 school year to accommodate families of Pre-kindergarten through 12th graders who prefer students to experience virtual learning at home. Students receiving their education through our new Virtual Academy will remain fully-enrolled in their regular school. Academy... READ MORE >
The Allendale County School District will utilize the Acellus Learning Accelerator as its virtual learning platform for the 2020 - 2021 school term. Acellus delivers online instruction, aligned with the latest standards, through high-definition video lessons made more engaging with multimedia and animation. Each lesson is carefully designed to connect with... READ MORE >
On July 20th, 22nd, and 23rd, parents/guardians are asked to visit each child's school to complete the ACS 2020-2021 online registration and select an instructional model each child for the upcoming school year. Option 1: Hybrid Model – A Day/B Day – 2 Days of Face-to-Face and 3 days of e-Learning Option 2: ACS Virtual Academy – 100% Virtual. Listed below are... READ MORE >
Our ACS Virtual Summer Academy will be held from Monday, July 6th to Thursday, July 30th. If you confirmed that your child will attend summer school, please plan to participate in our device distribution, parent/student professional development and K-8 i-Ready testing on Tuesday, June 30th. Kindergarten - 5th Grade Location: Allendale Elementary School Device... READ MORE >
On June 22, 2020, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman released the final guidance and recommendations for the 2020-21 school year. Allendale County Schools is using these recommendations and recommendations from the CDC to inform its reopening plan for the fall.Find the summary that highlights key excerpts from the full plan here. Read the full... READ MORE >
This spring, the students of Allendale County Schools experienced an immeasurable disruption to learning and daily life. ACS teachers, parents, caregivers and guardians partnered to develop and deploy resources to meet the academic, social and emotional needs for students. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman... READ MORE >
Superintendent, Dr. Gilmore delivers a message to the students, parents and employees of Allendale County Schools. READ MORE >
SchoolNameTitleFESMr. Miguel Lawrence2020-2021 Teacher of the YearFESMr. Christopher Simmons2020-2021 Support Staff of the YearAESMs. Nardia Tavares2020-2021 Teacher of the YearAESMs. Shaniqua Breeland2020-2021 Support Staff of the YearAFMSMs. Dorothy Priester2020-2021 Teacher of the YearAFMSMr. Carl Love2020-2021 Support Staff of the YearAFHSCoach Jim... READ MORE >
Live Online Programs for Preschoolers Through Rising 12th Graders Program for 4-Year-Olds and Rising Kindergartners In this fun summer program, your child will learn to read. Children learn letter recognition, beginning phonics, and easy sight words. Your child will learn to read simple words and short sentences and will be excited about books and reading.... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Allendale-Faifax High School Class of 2020! If you missed the ceremony, watch here. READ MORE >
Due to expected heavy rain and thunderstorms on tomorrow May 29th, the Allendale-Fairfax High School graduation will be rescheduled for Monday, June 1st at 3:00 pm at the Allendale-Fairfax Tiger Stadium. READ MORE >
ACS Textbook & Device Return Policy & Guidelines May 27 (8th Grade Only), 28, 29, and June 1Fairfax Elementary SchoolDate to ReturnGrade LevelTimeDesignated AreaMay 28PreK/Kindergarten8 AM - 3 PM Gymnasium's External EntranceMay 291st Grade8 AM - 3 PMGymnasium's External EntranceJune 12nd Grade8 AM - 3 PMGymnasium's External EntranceAllendale Elementary SchoolDate... READ MORE >
Here's to the AFHS Class of 2020 which earned over $2 million dollars in scholarships! 🎓 We are two weeks away from graduation. Under the circumstances of these uncharted times, we want you all to know that the celebration of this milestone in your lives is still worth celebrating. Congratulations, graduates! Not pictured: Marcus Hammond: $8,000 in... READ MORE >
The MUSC School-Based Health team is excited to be able to continue to offer telehealth services while school is closed due to COVID-19 to students in Allendale County School District. MUSC School-Based Health providers are available to continue to see patients for asthma and acute care needs through a secure video connection (or via phone if the family does not... READ MORE >
Registration Packets for ALL NEW students to Fairfax Elementary for the 2020-2021 Academic School Year can be picked up at Fairfax Elementary during the following hours: Please call the school before coming to pick up packets. Monday8 AM - 2 PMTuesday8 AM - 2 PMWednesday8 AM - 12 PMThursday8 AM - 2 PMFriday8 AM - 12 PM Each Packet has a check sheet that... READ MORE >
Congratulations are in order for Allendale-Fairfax High School students, Jazmine Miranda and Javarius Youmans! These Seniors are two of the 92 honorees for the 2020 South Carolina STEM Signing Day! 2020 South Carolina STEM Signing Day is an effort to motivate and encourage South Carolina students to pursue STEM education at the next level. Selected students will... READ MORE >
Today Is Census Day! Hello neighbors! Today, April 1st, is Census Day – the reference day for the 2020 Census. We use this day to determine who and where you are counted in the 2020 Census. You should include everyone who usually lives and sleeps in your home as of April 1, even if they are staying somewhere else temporarily. If you have not responded to a... READ MORE >
While our schools are closed, it is important for us to stay connected and lift the spirits of the students we serve and ourselves as best we can. Join in on the fun for Virtual Spirit Week! Complete these activities for fun and share them on social media to show how ACS stays connected and shows off our Tiger Pride. Monday – Blow Off Some STEAM - Complete an... READ MORE >
Effective Monday, April 27, 2020: The five-day lunch delivery will change to a two-day lunch delivery Distribution of Meals/Internet Access Location Tuesday, March 17, 2020 – Friday, March 27, 2020 LocationsFood LocationFood Drop Off TimeLocation 1Groton / Hwy. 310:35 a.m.Location 2St. James Church10:50 a.m.Location 3First Baptist Church Fairfax11:10... READ MORE >
Superintendent, Dr. Margaret Gilmore gives a special message of gratitude and encouragement for staff, students and the community during school closures due to COVID-19. READ MORE >
Kayla Allen, a Senior at Allendale-Fairfax High has received 12 acceptance letters from colleges from Brevard College in North Carolina to Claflin University so far and has been offered $138,000 in academic scholarships. Allen intends to major in Biochemistry to begin her journey of becoming a pharmacist. Recently, she earned her Pharmacy Technician's license from... READ MORE >
For the month of February, Mr. Jim Shuman was selected by the Allendale-Fairfax High School's principal to be recognized as the Outstanding Teacher of the Month. Mr. Shuman teaches Biology and serves as the head football coach. Here's what Ms. Hall's recommendation said: "Mr. Shuman is our data guru. He is always willing to help our teachers integrate technology... READ MORE >
Each month at the Allendale County School District Community Meeting, amazing students are named Students of the Month for his or her school. Students are recommended by the administrators of each school based on academic performance and character. At the February Community Meeting, the following students received this honor. Reign Riley Little New... READ MORE >
Lawmakers, business leaders, educators, parents and even special guests from all over the country united in Williston on Jan. 18 for an event that showcased the STEM talents of local students.The inaugural DIG GoIT App Development Challenge was held Saturday, Jan. 18 at the Williston District 29 auditorium. GoIT was hosted by the Dreams, Imagination & Gift (DIG)... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE COUNTY, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) -- A former Allendale County football star has won the Super Bowl. Bashaud Breeland graduated in 2010 from Allendale-Fairfax High School before moving on to Clemson. He was drafted into the NFL in 2014. "He's a natural born leader," assistant principal Coby Brandyburg said. "Even when he walked the halls here he stood out on... READ MORE >
Not only are students recognized at the Allendale County School District monthly community meetings, but so are employees. Each month, directors, supervisors and principals select outstanding employees including bus drivers, custodians and teachers to be recognized as the employee of the month. This month, these wonderful individuals were chosen because of the work... READ MORE >
Each month at the Allendale County School District Community Meeting, amazing students are named Students of the Month for his or her school. Students are recommended by the administrators of each school based on academic performance and character. At the January Community Meeting, the following students received this honor. Ashton Simmons Little New... READ MORE >
The only student selected to speak at the 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz Commemoration was Benjamin Gadson, a Senior from Allendale-Fairfax High School. View Benjamin's crowd-pleasing performance here! READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, October 21, 2019 –– Allendale County Schools is offering school-based telehealth students! Allendale County Schools is entering its second year of full implementation of school-based telehealth as a result of the district’s partnership with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Center for Telehealth and the South Carolina Telehealth... READ MORE >
Allendale County School District is filled with talented employees who have matriculated through ACS and could work in any other school district. Instead, they have chosen to come back ACS to invest in the students of their hometown. Each day, these Allendale-Fairfax High School alumni CHOOSE ALLENDALE. “I Choose Allendale” is an alumni relations campaign... READ MORE >
Not only are students recognized at the Allendale County School District monthly community meetings, but so are employees. Each month, directors, supervisors and principals select outstanding employees including bus drivers, custodians and teachers to be recognized as the employee of the month. This month, these wonderful individuals were chosen because of the work... READ MORE >
Each month at the Allendale County School District Community Meeting, amazing students are named Students of the Month for his or her school. Students are recommended by the administrators of each school based on academic performance and character. At the November Community Meeting, the following students received this honor.Nathaniel Smoak Little New Steps... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, S. C. (WJBF) Javarius Youmans is a menace on the field as a linebacker for the Allendale-Fairfax High School football team. He’s also a five-star recruit in the classroom as this week’s WJBF Scholar Athlete of the Week. Youmans carries a 3.6 GPA and is ranked 8th in his class at AFHS. He earned a 1210 score on the SAT, and takes both honors and AP... READ MORE >
During the 2018-2019 school term, SRP Federal Credit Union partnered with ACS to help increase the culture and climate in the District. SRP continues to sponsor the District Teacher of the Month with a $25 gift card and treats. In addition to sponsoring the District Teacher of the Month, SRP offers the District the opportunity to earn additional funds to support... READ MORE >
Good news! Allendale Elementary won 3 grants from the Tri-County Community Foundation (TCCF). The $1000 grants awarded are for specific programs and initiatives at AES. Principal Read Alouds, Family Fitness Night and Girls on the Run are the brainchildren of AES Principal, Ms. Sheila Leath and Ms. Newton, AES school counselor. Each year, the TCCF funds a number of... READ MORE >
Allendale-Fairfax Middle School students had a full month of STEM activities. In addition to learning science and math in the classroom, students were exposed to STEAM topics attending the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie STEM during Nuclear Science Week. Students also received a special visit from local businesses and organizations involved in STEM.... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Mrs. Dorothy Priester for being selected the October District Teacher of the Month. Mrs. Priester has been deemed the "Superwoman of Teaching" and is affectionately known for her tough love and high standards. "Students, parents and community members agree that the reason students care about learning from Mrs. Priester is because her heart is... READ MORE >
November 4, 2019 –– Allendale County School District technology administrators noticed some irregularities pertaining to the District’s network traffic last week. The Technology Department worked with additional resources from the state to identify and resolve the problem. There was no noted loss of data. Recommendations for additional security measures were made... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, S.C. (WJBF) — Allendale County Schools is Changing the Headlines from state of emergency to student achievement following a district-wide overhaul. “As soon as I walked in the building it felt like home,” Allendale-Fairfax High student Savannah Joyner told NewsChannel 6’s Shawn Cabbagestalk. Joyner is one of the success stories of Allendale... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, S.C. (WJBF) — If you have a student in the Allendale County School District, there’s a new way for you to get information from the district in the palm of your hand. With the new app, available on iPhone or Android, you are able to keep up with information for each of the individual schools in the district, including sports scores and even... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, October 4, 2019 –– Golden Harvest Food Bank partnered with Allendale County Schools to donate food to 150 families in Allendale County.For 37 years, Golden Harvest Food Bank has provided communities with food as a means to not only feed bellies, but feed lives. Golden Harvest Food Bank gathered 48 staff members from its regional offices in Aiken, Augusta... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, October 1, 2019 –– After the second year of the second state takeover, none of the schools in the Allendale County School district received a rating of “unsatisfactory/at-risk” on the State Report Cards. This is a first in recent history for the school district. South Carolina State Report Cards were released on October 1, 2019. The SC State... READ MORE >
(EdSurge) July 29, 2019 – As one of the highest-poverty school districts in South Carolina, Allendale County Schools has been in turmoil for two decades. The state’s Department of Education has taken control of the district twice since 1999 for a laundry list of reasons—most importantly, bleak academic performance. During the second takeover in June 2017,... READ MORE >
(Education Week) April 2, 2019 –– Allendale County's school district sits in South Carolina's Lowcountry, in an impoverished, rural region near the coast known as the "corridor of shame" for the chronic poor quality of its education system. Until recently, three of the district's four schools were considered among the lowest performing in the state. But after an... READ MORE >
At the September Allendale County Schools Community Meeting, Savannah Joyner recounted a life-changing summer she spent at Princeton University for the Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PSJP). This Senior scholar of Allendale-Fairfax High School was one of 350 applicants for the prestigious program that less than 40 students selected to attend. Seniors from... READ MORE >
The Beta Box, a mobile technology lab based in Raleigh, North Carolina, returned to Allendale County Schools visiting every school in District in an effort to increase STEM exposure for students. The company opens the doors of its mobile unit equipped with 3D printers and laptops with coding software to allow students to connect with science and technology... READ MORE >
Allendale County Schools invited local faith leaders to pray each campus and the Allendale County Schools District Office on Sunday afternoon, September 8, 2019. More than 50 community members were present for the occasion. READ MORE >
This year, as mentioned at the August Community Meeting we’ll be using i-Ready, an online program that helps us determine your child’s needs, personalize their learning, and monitor progress throughout the school year for grades K-11. This diagnostic replaces the MAP test. The i-Ready Diagnostic will begin on September 3rd to ensure we have the clearest picture of... READ MORE >
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Ten South Carolina school districts will be receiving donations to help as the school year begins. Opportunity Project SC announced 1,300 new desks will make their way into classrooms for five Palmetto State school districts on Thursday. Also, teachers from five other districts will get 20 teacher grants to help with gathering supplies for... READ MORE >
EdSurge Allendale County, S.C. (EDSurge) – As one of the highest-poverty school districts in South Carolina, Allendale County Schools has been in turmoil for two decades. The state’s Department of Education has taken control of the district twice since 1999 for a laundry list of reasons—most importantly, bleak academic performance. During the second... READ MORE >
Shepherd's first visit to Allendale took place in June at the end of the school term. The entire staff of Allendale County Schools held its annual End of Year Breakfast and Shepherd gave the keynote address. The story of the athlete turned life coach's inspired and resonated with many teachers and staff. Shepherd recounted some of the darkest times in his life... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – Allendale County School District is moving education forward in the area following news of improvements across the district. “You know it’s a good feeling to go from the bottom and moving forward,” Dr. Margaret Gilmore told NewsChannel 6’s Shawn Cabbagestalk when asked about the achievement. “Moving the academic needle forward”... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE June 2, 2019 –– A select group of Allendale-Fairfax students got a different perspective of their hometown last week. The Allendale-Fairfax Middle School (AFMS) students took their first flight with the Young Eagles aviation program on Saturday, May 11 at the Allendale County Airport. “For many of the students, this experience was their first time... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – More than one thousand Beats by Dre headphones have made their way to the Allendale County School District. We’re told the donation made possible by Apple allowed nearly 1,070 headphones to be placed at three schools in the district – Fairfax Elementary, Allendale Elementary, Allendale-Fairfax Middle. “We’re excited to have... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – Are you looking for your next career in education? Allendale County School District is looking for you. At 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 2, the district will host a recruitment expo. Its goal is to ensure the district is fully staffed with highly-qualified employees for the upcoming school year. Principals and department... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, S.C. (The People's Sentinel) – On January 24th, eight Allendale-Fairfax Middle School students entered the final round of the school’s MLK Oratory Competition and the event was dubbed a “proud moment for Allendale County Schools” by district officials. Justin Joyner claimed first place and Jamarion Kirkland and Arian Williams won second and third places,... READ MORE >
ALLENDALE, S.C. (WJBF) – The longtime State Championship qualifying track team at Allendale-Fairfax High School finally has their own track. South Carolina state and local leaders including, District 91 Representative Lonnie Hosey and District 82 Representative Bill Clyburn attended a ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, March 1. “This means so much for the... READ MORE >