Village Fest kicks off soon! 🎉 Join us between 3–7pm, today 8/7, and be sure to use your event map to explore all the fun: https://5il.co/3n5j8
🎉 Village Fest is almost here!
☀️ It’s our biggest event of the year — part Meet the Teacher, part Open House, and part community festival… all rolled into one amazing back-to-school celebration!
📍 We’ve included the event map and hot spots in the pictures below so you can plan your route, find your favorite tables, and make the most of the afternoon.
✨ From classroom visits to food trucks, games, shopping, auctions, community partners, and more — there’s something for everyone!
📅 Thursday, August 7
🕒 3 PM – 7 PM
📍 Horse Creek Academy Aiken
Bring the family, wear your HCA gear, and get ready for a fun-filled day with your Village! 🐎💛
Note: Just like last year, HCA operates cashless at our events, BUT the PTO Uniform Shop is cash only, so much sure you bring some cash if you want to shop for some uniforms!
Get excited and tell your friends…we’re a week away from Village Fest!
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🎉 Supporting HCA has never been easier (or more rewarding)! 🎉
💳 Whether you're grabbing school supplies, running weekend errands, or picking up snacks—every swipe of your SRP HCA Affinity Debit Card helps our school grow. SRP donates directly to HCA every time you use it!
💥 Perk Alert: Show your card in our on-campus school store and score 5% off your purchase!
Let’s start the year strong and keep the momentum going—one swipe at a time.
👉 Grab yours before the first day of school (August 11) at https://srpfcu.org/bank/visa-debit-cards/high-school-affinity-debit-cards/ or visit your nearest SRP branch!
🏇 Today our HCA leadership team came together for a day of reflection, collaboration, and growth. We centered our work on trust—how it’s built, where it breaks down, and why it’s essential in every corner of our school.
🌟 One highlight? Diving into the words of Brené Brown and the reminder that “vulnerability is the birthplace of connection.” That message hit home as we committed to leading with clarity, courage, and compassion in the year ahead.
🚙 We were also thrilled to welcome the leadership team from HCA Kershaw today as we continue building a unified Village across campuses.
💙We’re walking into the 2025–2026 school year aligned, inspired, and ready to serve you!
🛒✨ Say hello to the HCA Online Shop — a new go-to spot for HCA merch, delivered straight to your doorstep!
We’ve teamed up with Printify to make it easier than ever to rep your Village pride from anywhere. 🎒👕 The online shop features fresh designs, great prices, and easy shipping.
🚨 Don’t wait — grab your gear now so you're ready for our first Friday Spirit Day on August 15!
🎁 We’ll be dropping even more styles in the coming weeks and months, including limited edition items for holidays and spirit weeks.
🔗 Shop now: https://hca-online-shop.printify.me/
🛍️ Our on-campus store isn’t going anywhere! In fact, we’ll have unique items/shirts not available online, and we will still be hosting amazing local boutiques and small businesses all year long through our Shop Small Collab — so it is TOTALLY worth checking out while you're on campus!
⚠️ Heads up: All Printify orders are final, so double-check before you check out!
Let’s make spirit days even better this year. 💙💛
We’ve teamed up with Printify to make it easier than ever to rep your Village pride from anywhere. 🎒👕 The online shop features fresh designs, great prices, and easy shipping.
🚨 Don’t wait — grab your gear now so you're ready for our first Friday Spirit Day on August 15!
🎁 We’ll be dropping even more styles in the coming weeks and months, including limited edition items for holidays and spirit weeks.
🔗 Shop now: https://hca-online-shop.printify.me/
🛍️ Our on-campus store isn’t going anywhere! In fact, we’ll have unique items/shirts not available online, and we will still be hosting amazing local boutiques and small businesses all year long through our Shop Small Collab — so it is TOTALLY worth checking out while you're on campus!
⚠️ Heads up: All Printify orders are final, so double-check before you check out!
Let’s make spirit days even better this year. 💙💛
📣 BIG NEWS!
⛳️🐎 We’re excited to announce Horse Creek Academy’s first-ever golf tournament—the Horse & Heritage Golf Tournament—in partnership with the Whitney Barns Foundation!
All proceeds support two local 501(c)(3) nonprofits making a difference:
💙 Horse Creek Academy’s Back Playground Renovation Project
🤍 The Whitney Barns Foundation, preserving Aiken’s historic equestrian and agricultural legacy
📅 Tournament Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
📍 Location: Houndslake Country Club | Aiken, SC
🕑 Shotgun Start: 2:00 PM | Check-In Begins: 12:30 PM
Whether you're swinging clubs or supporting as a sponsor, we’d love to have you join us!
🔗 Sponsor Sign-Up: https://tinyurl.com/hhgolfsponsor
🔗 Team Registration: https://tinyurl.com/hhgolfteam
💳 Prefer to pay by check? Forms and payments can be dropped off at HCA’s front office:
-Summer Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
-Starting Monday, July 28: Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
🏌️♂️Let’s tee up something special for our school and our community—thank you for being part of the Village!
❓Questions? Email Sarah Morris at smorris@hcacs.net
⛳️🐎 We’re excited to announce Horse Creek Academy’s first-ever golf tournament—the Horse & Heritage Golf Tournament—in partnership with the Whitney Barns Foundation!
All proceeds support two local 501(c)(3) nonprofits making a difference:
💙 Horse Creek Academy’s Back Playground Renovation Project
🤍 The Whitney Barns Foundation, preserving Aiken’s historic equestrian and agricultural legacy
📅 Tournament Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
📍 Location: Houndslake Country Club | Aiken, SC
🕑 Shotgun Start: 2:00 PM | Check-In Begins: 12:30 PM
Whether you're swinging clubs or supporting as a sponsor, we’d love to have you join us!
🔗 Sponsor Sign-Up: https://tinyurl.com/hhgolfsponsor
🔗 Team Registration: https://tinyurl.com/hhgolfteam
💳 Prefer to pay by check? Forms and payments can be dropped off at HCA’s front office:
-Summer Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
-Starting Monday, July 28: Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
🏌️♂️Let’s tee up something special for our school and our community—thank you for being part of the Village!
❓Questions? Email Sarah Morris at smorris@hcacs.net
Enrollment for Early Care and After Care is now OPEN for the upcoming school year! ☀️🌙
💙Whether you need a little extra time in the morning or support in the afternoon, our program provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment for your child before and after school.
🕖 Early Care: 6:15am-7:25 am (Breakfast is served.)
🕔 After Care: 3:00pm-6:00pm (Snack is served.)
Spots fill up quickly, so be sure to register soon!
👉 Early Care Enrollment Form: https://forms.gle/qTPLC9HeTbyyLfjE6
👉 After Care Enrollment Form: https://forms.gle/JqcrTUK5ZdDVUwJX6
📧 If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Birchmore at sbirchmore@hcacs.net.
You will receive an email from Mrs. Birchmore when your enrollment form as been accepted.
We can’t wait to support your family this year! 💙
💙Whether you need a little extra time in the morning or support in the afternoon, our program provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment for your child before and after school.
🕖 Early Care: 6:15am-7:25 am (Breakfast is served.)
🕔 After Care: 3:00pm-6:00pm (Snack is served.)
Spots fill up quickly, so be sure to register soon!
👉 Early Care Enrollment Form: https://forms.gle/qTPLC9HeTbyyLfjE6
👉 After Care Enrollment Form: https://forms.gle/JqcrTUK5ZdDVUwJX6
📧 If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Birchmore at sbirchmore@hcacs.net.
You will receive an email from Mrs. Birchmore when your enrollment form as been accepted.
We can’t wait to support your family this year! 💙
🎉 We Have a Winner! 🎉
Congratulations to HCA Parent Anna Lyons, our official Summer T-Shirt Design Contest Winner! 👏🐴
We are so thankful for every student, parent, and staff member who submitted a design—y’all showed up with serious talent and creativity! 💙
✨ It’s always incredible to see the heart of our HCA Village shine through in projects like this.
🎁 Anna—one of our awesome HCA staff members will be reaching out to you soon to finalize your design with our fabulous Sapphire Partner, Carolina Screenprint, and to get you all set with your prizes! Congrats!
Congratulations to HCA Parent Anna Lyons, our official Summer T-Shirt Design Contest Winner! 👏🐴
We are so thankful for every student, parent, and staff member who submitted a design—y’all showed up with serious talent and creativity! 💙
✨ It’s always incredible to see the heart of our HCA Village shine through in projects like this.
🎁 Anna—one of our awesome HCA staff members will be reaching out to you soon to finalize your design with our fabulous Sapphire Partner, Carolina Screenprint, and to get you all set with your prizes! Congrats!
📣 Yesterday was a great day at HCA—we loved hearing and seeing so many smiling faces as families found out who their teachers are and picked up schedules! 💙✨
🍎 Elementary Families:
Still need your class assignment? You can:
📧 Email us at hcarosters@hcacs.net
🏫 Or stop by during Summer Office Hours!
🎒 Middle & High School Families:
👀 You can stop by during Summer Office Hours too...but many schedules are also on PowerSchool now too!
😉 Most high schoolers already received their schedule before summer break.
📌 New to HCA High School?
Be sure to schedule a time to get your child’s schedule using this link:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/hcanewstudentschedule
🕐 Summer Office Hours:
📅 July 14–17 | 8AM–1PM
📅 July 28–31 | 8AM–1PM
🛍️ Don’t forget to knock out your back-to-school shopping! Check out your supply list here:
👉 https://www.hcacs.net/page/supply-lists
⏰ The countdown to an amazing year at the Village is on!
🍎 Elementary Families:
Still need your class assignment? You can:
📧 Email us at hcarosters@hcacs.net
🏫 Or stop by during Summer Office Hours!
🎒 Middle & High School Families:
👀 You can stop by during Summer Office Hours too...but many schedules are also on PowerSchool now too!
😉 Most high schoolers already received their schedule before summer break.
📌 New to HCA High School?
Be sure to schedule a time to get your child’s schedule using this link:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/hcanewstudentschedule
🕐 Summer Office Hours:
📅 July 14–17 | 8AM–1PM
📅 July 28–31 | 8AM–1PM
🛍️ Don’t forget to knock out your back-to-school shopping! Check out your supply list here:
👉 https://www.hcacs.net/page/supply-lists
⏰ The countdown to an amazing year at the Village is on!
📢 We're Hiring: Certified Human Resources Specialist
💙 HCA is looking for a dynamic, certified professional to join our team in a Human Resources role! If you're passionate about supporting staff and building a strong school culture, we’d love to hear from you.
📨 Interested?
Email your resume to Dr. Ann Marie Taylor at ataylor@hcacs.net
Join our Village and help make a difference every day! 💛
💙 HCA is looking for a dynamic, certified professional to join our team in a Human Resources role! If you're passionate about supporting staff and building a strong school culture, we’d love to hear from you.
📨 Interested?
Email your resume to Dr. Ann Marie Taylor at ataylor@hcacs.net
Join our Village and help make a difference every day! 💛
👋 Middle School and Senior Families, it’s Virtual Meeting time if you can hop on tonight! We can't wait to chat about your amazing trips!
🚀6th-5:30pm
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77817275668?pwd=im47po6hiSgRiwW82vl8bHm2BVoXqE.1
🌴7th-6pm
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74938835847?pwd=s2XbZ9NYdypbOeDd9I8ajTnQpZEMix.1
🏛️8th-6:30pm
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76985405179?pwd=dZ5gsWlvLJBVnkBgQc6KeAZcvg2KPl.1
🏰Seniors-7pm
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77339575247?pwd=3sCrcHZ3jufPeHjvQhZF7lDVaBQ8Wk.1
📦🎉 It’s Prime Day — Let’s Help Clear the List!
Amazon Prime Days are here, and it’s the perfect time to help our incredible HCA teachers get the supplies they need for a successful school year!
HCA Staff: Drop your Amazon wish list in the comments below ⬇️
💙 Let’s rally together as a Village to clear those carts and show our teachers some love!
💛 Whether you buy one item or share a list with a friend, every little bit helps. Let’s make this the best start to the school year yet!
👀 Pro Tip: Elementary Class Rosters/Middle School Schedules will be released on 7/14, so you can always come back and send something to your teacher then; but THIS is a great chance to send a little something to some of your fav HCA staff or former teachers!
Amazon Prime Days are here, and it’s the perfect time to help our incredible HCA teachers get the supplies they need for a successful school year!
HCA Staff: Drop your Amazon wish list in the comments below ⬇️
💙 Let’s rally together as a Village to clear those carts and show our teachers some love!
💛 Whether you buy one item or share a list with a friend, every little bit helps. Let’s make this the best start to the school year yet!
👀 Pro Tip: Elementary Class Rosters/Middle School Schedules will be released on 7/14, so you can always come back and send something to your teacher then; but THIS is a great chance to send a little something to some of your fav HCA staff or former teachers!
🎆 Happy 4th of July from your HCA Village! 🇺🇸
Today, we celebrate the freedom to learn, grow, and serve together. We’re grateful for our incredible students, staff, and families who make our Village so special.
Wishing you a safe and joyful Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙
Today, we celebrate the freedom to learn, grow, and serve together. We’re grateful for our incredible students, staff, and families who make our Village so special.
Wishing you a safe and joyful Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙
⭐️ Horse Creek Academy is officially in the running for Aiken’s Best Place to Work — and we’d love your vote! 💛
💙 At HCA, we believe happy teachers = happy students, and that’s why we do things a little differently. From offering South Carolina’s only public school staff daycare, to prioritizing work-life balance (no weekly faculty meetings—just podcasts!), to hosting intentional time for fun and celebration (hello, Staff Gala and End-of-Year Luncheon 💃🏻🥗)—we take care of our team so they can take care of our kids.
🗳️ Vote for us and your other local favorites—there are tons of categories, so be sure to fill out the full ballot!
📣 Know another Aiken County business, restaurant, or service in the running for Aiken's Choice? Tag them in the comments so we can share the love!
👉 Vote here now (we're under City Life): https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/contests/aikenschoice/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLSW4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFEdEZYYzM0QjRvYVF0QjVPAR6jafuODCuZBVtXPdn7f-eftxiQ8yLkZpROQBd0l7ybpJ-J02AJaFUfaI150Q_aem_0qg9b-MI5ngX3P4EpMzUvw#/gallery/?group=515456
Let’s show Aiken what makes HCA truly the Village.
💙 At HCA, we believe happy teachers = happy students, and that’s why we do things a little differently. From offering South Carolina’s only public school staff daycare, to prioritizing work-life balance (no weekly faculty meetings—just podcasts!), to hosting intentional time for fun and celebration (hello, Staff Gala and End-of-Year Luncheon 💃🏻🥗)—we take care of our team so they can take care of our kids.
🗳️ Vote for us and your other local favorites—there are tons of categories, so be sure to fill out the full ballot!
📣 Know another Aiken County business, restaurant, or service in the running for Aiken's Choice? Tag them in the comments so we can share the love!
👉 Vote here now (we're under City Life): https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/contests/aikenschoice/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLSW4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFEdEZYYzM0QjRvYVF0QjVPAR6jafuODCuZBVtXPdn7f-eftxiQ8yLkZpROQBd0l7ybpJ-J02AJaFUfaI150Q_aem_0qg9b-MI5ngX3P4EpMzUvw#/gallery/?group=515456
Let’s show Aiken what makes HCA truly the Village.
🚨 BIG NEWS for HCA Middle School! 🚨
One of the best things about having a small-but-mighty middle school? We truly know our students—and that allows us to create unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences just for them. 💙
🌎 We’re thrilled to introduce the HCA Middle ExploreMore: Overnight Field Trip Program!
🚌 For the first time ever, each middle school grade will head out on their own overnight adventure this spring!
🚀 6th Grade – Kennedy Space Center
🌊 7th Grade – Historic Charleston
🏛️ 8th Grade – Washington, D.C.
These trips will bring learning to life and create memories that last forever!
📣 Join us for virtual parent interest meetings on Wednesday, July 9th!
🕠 6th Grade – 5:30 PM
🕕 7th Grade – 6:00 PM
🕡 8th Grade – 6:30 PM
📧 Zoom links will be emailed soon and posted here the day of!
📍 Plus—mark your calendars! We’ll host an in-person info session on campus in late August for families who’d like to ask questions, connect, and learn more.
📸 See pics below for your grade’s flyer—get excited!
One of the best things about having a small-but-mighty middle school? We truly know our students—and that allows us to create unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences just for them. 💙
🌎 We’re thrilled to introduce the HCA Middle ExploreMore: Overnight Field Trip Program!
🚌 For the first time ever, each middle school grade will head out on their own overnight adventure this spring!
🚀 6th Grade – Kennedy Space Center
🌊 7th Grade – Historic Charleston
🏛️ 8th Grade – Washington, D.C.
These trips will bring learning to life and create memories that last forever!
📣 Join us for virtual parent interest meetings on Wednesday, July 9th!
🕠 6th Grade – 5:30 PM
🕕 7th Grade – 6:00 PM
🕡 8th Grade – 6:30 PM
📧 Zoom links will be emailed soon and posted here the day of!
📍 Plus—mark your calendars! We’ll host an in-person info session on campus in late August for families who’d like to ask questions, connect, and learn more.
📸 See pics below for your grade’s flyer—get excited!
🎓✨ A Magical Send-Off for the Class of 2026! ✨🎓
Parents and guardians—this is it. The trip they’ll remember for a lifetime.
Our Senior Class Trip to Orlando is more than just theme parks—it’s a chance for your student to celebrate their final year with friends, build lasting memories, and enjoy one last magical adventure before graduation. 💙
🗓 April 30 – May 2, 2026
🌟 Grad Bash at Universal Studios – exclusive access just for high school seniors
🏰 Magic Kingdom – the most magical place on earth
🛍️ Disney Springs – shopping, food, and fun before we head home
📣 Digital Interest Meeting: Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 PM
📍 On-campus Family Info Night: Coming in August
✨ This is the trip they’ll talk about for years! Let’s make it unforgettable.
📸 Flyer with full itinerary and payment details below!
Parents and guardians—this is it. The trip they’ll remember for a lifetime.
Our Senior Class Trip to Orlando is more than just theme parks—it’s a chance for your student to celebrate their final year with friends, build lasting memories, and enjoy one last magical adventure before graduation. 💙
🗓 April 30 – May 2, 2026
🌟 Grad Bash at Universal Studios – exclusive access just for high school seniors
🏰 Magic Kingdom – the most magical place on earth
🛍️ Disney Springs – shopping, food, and fun before we head home
📣 Digital Interest Meeting: Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 PM
📍 On-campus Family Info Night: Coming in August
✨ This is the trip they’ll talk about for years! Let’s make it unforgettable.
📸 Flyer with full itinerary and payment details below!
🎉 Calling all rising Kindergarten families!
📆 Join us for Kindergarten 101 on Monday, July 28 at 6pm at Horse Creek Academy!
🎒 Whether you're a first-time kindergarten parent or a seasoned pro, this special event is designed to help your child (and you!) feel ready and excited for the big year ahead. You’ll meet our amazing kindergarten teachers, learn what to expect during those first few weeks (and beyond!), and get all your questions answered. This event is for all of our traditional 5K students.
📍 Location: HCA Gym
📅 Date: Monday, July 28
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
🏇🏻 Let’s kick off this kindergarten journey together—We are the Village!
✨ Families in other grades—don’t worry! You’ll get plenty of time with us at Village Fest on August 7. We’ll even have special info chats during the event just for milestone grades like 6th and 9th!
📆 Join us for Kindergarten 101 on Monday, July 28 at 6pm at Horse Creek Academy!
🎒 Whether you're a first-time kindergarten parent or a seasoned pro, this special event is designed to help your child (and you!) feel ready and excited for the big year ahead. You’ll meet our amazing kindergarten teachers, learn what to expect during those first few weeks (and beyond!), and get all your questions answered. This event is for all of our traditional 5K students.
📍 Location: HCA Gym
📅 Date: Monday, July 28
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
🏇🏻 Let’s kick off this kindergarten journey together—We are the Village!
✨ Families in other grades—don’t worry! You’ll get plenty of time with us at Village Fest on August 7. We’ll even have special info chats during the event just for milestone grades like 6th and 9th!
🤓 New Blog Post Alert!
👀 There’s a lot of misinformation out there about charter schools—and we’re here to clear it up.
📚 Our latest blog post, written by Sarah Morris, HCA's Chief Impact and Communications Officer, breaks down the most common myths about South Carolina charter schools and sets the record straight with real facts. From funding and enrollment to certification and accountability, it’s all here—plus a few behind-the-scenes look at what makes Horse Creek Academy different by design.
💡 Whether you're a curious parent, a new applicant, or just want to better understand how charter schools work, this one’s for you. 💙
👉 Check it out here: https://www.hcacs.net/article/2290731
🎉 Surprise, HCA Village...we’ve got a special gift for you… 📚✏️
👏 Supply lists are READY EARLY!
Check the pics below 👇, look for an email coming your way, or view the PDF version here:
🔗 https://www.hcacs.net/page/supply-lists
👀 Coming soon this summer...
📌 Elementary Class Rosters
➡️ Available starting July 14
🕗 Stop by during Summer Office Hours, or
📧 Email hcarosters@hcacs.net (starting July 14) — be sure to include your child’s first and last name + grade level
⭐ Families of rising 4th & 5th graders: You’ll also find out if your child is in the GT class on July 14!
📌 Middle School Schedules
📍 May be picked up in person during Summer Office Hours.
📌 High School Schedules
✔️ Most were given out before the last day of school
🕗 Need a copy? Stop by during Summer Office Hours!
📌 New to HCA High School?
🎯 Be sure to schedule an appointment to get your child’s schedule:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/hcanewstudentschedule
🕐 Summer Office Hours:
📅 July 14–17 | 8AM–1PM
📅 July 28–31 | 8AM–1PM
Let the countdown to the new school year begin, and happy shopping! 💙💛
