
📸 Say Cheese, HCA! 📸
🌸✨ Spring Picture Day is coming up on Tuesday, March 11th!
📌 Important Info:
-Spring Picture Day is Free Dress for all students
-Proofs and ordering details will be sent home later this spring, but you can take a sneak peak at prices here: https://5il.co/39ch2
-No money is needed on Picture Day—just bring your best smile! 😁


📚✨ What an incredible start to our Read-A-Thon! And we’re just getting started!
As of 5:30 PM today, we’ve already raised over 25% of our $50,000 goal—a whopping $12,620! 🎉
This is more than just numbers—it’s a huge investment in our students, our school, and the love of reading! Your support fuels new opportunities, resources, and enrichment that make a real difference.
Let’s keep the momentum going! Share your student’s donation link and help us turn pages into progress. 💙📖
🛝 We'll give y'all an update on numbers this Wednesday! Let's see if we can get to 50%!
💛 We really have the BEST Village EVER.


Howdy HCA Village! Make sure to check out our weekly update at https://5il.co/39922
Have a great week y'all! 💙

📚✨ Our school is about to dive into books like never before during our Read-A-Thon which officially starts TOMORROW, and we need your help to make it the most successful one yet!
💙 Your support can make a huge impact towards our Back Playground Renovation!! Simply share your student's reading donation page with friends and family on Facebook. Every share helps celebrate your child’s reading achievements while supporting our school’s mission.
⬇️ Click the link below to access your dashboard and spread the word to cheer on our readers!
🔗 https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/tool/323830323238/3
💛 Let’s turn pages and make a difference together! 📖💙


🎢🏰✨ Want to WIN an all-expense-paid trip to Walt Disney Theme Park for your family? ✨🏰🎢
We’d love to make that dream come true!
🎉 Thanks to our Read-a-thon Fundraiser, your child can raise money for our school while diving into their favorite books AND get a chance to win a magical adventure! 📚🌟
🎟️ Here’s the Magic Trick:
Any child who sends 10 text messages through their Read-a-thon dashboard to promote our fundraiser will automatically be entered into a nationwide drawing for a magical trip for four to Walt Disney Theme Park! ✨
🏆 One lucky winner will be selected each season from all the Read-a-thons held nationwide! Will it be YOU?
Ready to join the fun? Click the link below to create your student account and get started:
👉 https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/323830323238/2
📚✨ Read, Raise, and Reach for the Magic! ✨📚


💡💙📚 Get ready to celebrate literacy and school spirit, HCA Family! Join us for our Read Across the Village Spirit Week from March 3rd–7th, where every day is a chance to show off your style and passion for reading. Check out the special dress days in the image below for your daily dose of fun and creativity!
📚 Plus, don't miss our exciting Read-A-Thon running from March 3rd–14th (more info coming soon!). It’s the perfect opportunity to dive into your favorite books, compete for cool prizes, and share your love of reading with our community. Register now and be part of a week that turns reading into an unforgettable adventure!
📲 Register here: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/323830323238/1


🚨 Time is running out! 🚨
HCA families, this is your FINAL reminder to order your 2024-25 yearbook! 📖✨
⏰ Sales close on February 21st!
💙 Don't miss out on the chance to capture the memories, friendships, and milestones of this school year. Secure your copy today before it's too late!
🛝 Elementary Yearbook: http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A02188792
🎓 Middle/High Yearbook: http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A01127886


☀️🏕️ HCA SUMMER CAMP IS HERE! 🏕️☀️
We’re thrilled to announce that HCA is hosting its very own Summer Camp this year!
🌟 Get ready for weeks of fun, learning, and adventure—all in a safe and familiar environment your child loves!
📝 Go ahead and get registered at https://tinyurl.com/3b5zddvr ! (No payment needed yet—we’ll share payment info later this spring!)
❓ Have questions? Email Sharon Birchmore at sbirchmore@hcacs.net.
Don’t miss out—secure your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable summer at HCA! ☀️🎉

❤️ At HCA, we believe in the power of love, connection, and community. Today, we celebrate all the ways we lift each other up, share kindness, and make a difference in our Village.
💌 Happy Valentine's Day! 💌


⛳📚 Tee Up for Reading at HCA’s Annual Literacy Night! 📚⛳
Join us for a night of family fun and literacy adventures at HCA’s Annual Literacy Night: "Tee Up for Reading!" on Thursday, March 6th, from 6:00-7:30 PM!
🏌️♂️ Putt your way to great books with Big Putts Mini Golf on campus!
📖 Explore teacher-led literacy stations packed with engaging activities for all ages!
📚 Shop the Spring Book Fair during PTO’s Family Book Fair Night!
🍔 Enjoy delicious eats from local food trucks!
Swing by with the whole family for an unforgettable evening of books, games, and community fun. See you on the green! 💚📖⛳


👋 Last Call for Volunteers: Join Us for Run United on April 26th!
⏰ Tomorrow, 2/14, is the final day to sign up as a volunteer for Aiken's Run United, happening on April 26th!
🏃🏽This annual event, organized by the United Way of Aiken County, brings our community together to support initiatives in education, health, and financial stability. Your participation helps create lasting change in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!
📲 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/hcarununited
🏃🏾♂️ Event Details 🏃🏼♀️
-Date: April 26th
-Organized by: United Way of Aiken County
-Purpose: Support community initiatives in education, health, and financial stability.
💙 Let's unite to strengthen our community (plus get some HCA service hours that our families need 😉)!


🎓✨ Class of 2025 – It’s Almost Time! ✨🎓
We can hardly believe it, but graduation is just around the corner!
🎉 Senior Families, mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of your students!
📅 Saturday, May 31st
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Cedar Creek Church
We can’t wait to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our grads in this unforgettable celebration! Stay tuned—more details about tickets will be released after February Break. 💙💛
Let’s get excited! Drop a 🎓 in the comments if you’re ready to cheer on the Class of 2025!
🎉👏


🚀✨ Get ready, HCA families! You DO NOT want to miss STEAM Night on Monday, 2/10, from 6-7:30 PM! And remember...attending our community events like this do count as a service hour!
🧪🔥 Our incredible HCA teachers and staff have been hard at work creating hands-on, mind-blowing activities just for you!
🥚🌶️🔬 From egg drops to chili cook-offs, bone bridges, microscopes, and so much more—there’s something for everyone!
☕🚓⚡We’re also thrilled to welcome SRNS, Aiken Electric, the Wagener Police Department, and Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck as special guests for this one-of-a-kind event!
A huge THANK YOU to our Diamond and Platinum Level Village Partners for making this night possible:
💎 Braithwaite, McMillian, Grimes Law Firm
🩶 SRP Federal Credit Union
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and don’t miss out on an unforgettable night of STEAM fun! 🎉
#WeAreTheVillage #HCASteamNight #FamilyFun


❤️💗 Red & Pink Day – Friday, 2/14!
Next Friday, February 14th, students may wear red, pink, or fun Valentine’s Day outfits to celebrate! 💕
💡 High School Families – Next week is Homecoming Week, so check your email later this week for the dress-up day themes! 🎉🏆
#WeAreTheVillage #HCALove


🎓❄️ Celebrating Our Winter Sports Seniors!
🎉 Last Friday, we honored our incredible Class of 2025 athletes at Winter Sports Senior Night! These seniors have poured their hearts into their teams, showing dedication, leadership, and school spirit throughout their time at HCA.
⭐️ During the celebration, each senior was recognized on the court with their families, receiving well-earned appreciation for their hard work and commitment. From clutch plays to moments of teamwork and perseverance, these athletes have left their mark on HCA athletics.
Swipe through the photos to see our seniors in the spotlight! 📸🎉
Seniors celebrated were:
🎓 Cheyenne Blanchard
🎓 Le’Jhorne Brown
🎓 Brycen Chandler
🎓 Savannah Davis
🎓 Eryn Fox
🎓Zy Price
🎓 Latrell Satchell
🎓 Abbigail Turner
🎓 Brooklyn Youngblood










🏀❤️ Kids Heart Challenge Kicks Off Feb. 3rd!
We are excited to launch the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge (KHC) from February 3rd – February 14th! This annual event raises awareness about heart health while giving students an opportunity to make a real impact!
🔥 Middle School 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament :
🏀 Middle school students can join in the fun by participating in our 3-on-3 basketball tournament! To register, students must:
✅ Submit a signed permission slip (available at https://5il.co/36xw5)
✅ Make a minimum $5 donation to the Kids Heart Challenge.
💙 Elementary School Sign-Ups for the Kids Heart Challenge:
✅ Register online at https://www2.heart.org/site/SPageNavigator/ym_school_search.html
✅ Complete Finn’s Mission to learn Hands-Only CPR and take on other heart-healthy challenges
✅ Check if your employer has a matching gift program – this could double your donation! (Confirmation can be forwarded to MatchingGifts@heart.org.)
Together, we can make a HUGE impact in the fight against heart disease and stroke! Thank you for your support—we can’t wait for an exciting two weeks! 🎉
📩 Questions? Email Coach Rosenthal at mrosenthal@hcacs.net.


💘 Happy February HCA Village! Check out our weekly update for tons of important info you just have to know!
👀 Spoiler Alert: You'll find a link to the 2025-26 academic calendar!
👉 Check it all out at https://5il.co/36x3h

🚀🔬 Get Ready for HCA’s STEAM Night! 🔬🚀
Join us for an exciting night of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math at HCA’s STEAM Night! 🎨🧪⚙️
📅 Date: February 10th
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Horse Creek Academy
Our incredible HCA teachers have planned an interactive and engaging event filled with hands-on experiments, creative activities, and innovative challenges that will spark curiosity and fun for all ages! 🔬🎶🎨⚙️💻
🧪 This is one of our most hands-on events of the year, and you won’t want to miss it! Bring the whole family and get ready to explore, create, and be inspired. See you there!
📢 Tag a friend & share the excitement!


❤️ Celebrating National School Counseling Week! February 3-7, 2025
🎉 Join us as we celebrate National School Counseling Week, honoring the incredible work of our school counselors who are dedicated to supporting students’ academic, personal, and social growth. This week, we recognize their hard work, dedication, and the positive impact they make in our school community.
💙 Our counselors are here to help students navigate challenges, achieve their goals, and prepare for a bright future. Let’s take a moment to express our gratitude for their support and commitment.
⭐️ Back by popular demand, the Pop-It School Wide Daily Scavenger Hunt happening 2/3-2/7! See if your student can find one of Ms. Molly's special pop-its hidden around the school!


📣 Calling all HCA fans!
🎓🏆 Join us this Friday at 5 PM in the gym as we celebrate our incredible Senior Athletes!
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and honor their dedication and hard work. 💙💛
