📣 Due to some exciting shifts on our team, we now have TWO amazing ELA teaching positions open—one in 6th grade and one in 8th grade!
Middle school at HCA is more than just a transition—it's an unforgettable journey full of growth, connection, and discovery. If you're passionate about empowering students and building strong relationships, this is your moment.
💛 Come be a part of something special. Join the Village. Apply today!
📧 Email your resume to Dr. Taylor at ataylor@hcacs.net.
🌍 Our Village Voyage Contest is Back! 🌍
It’s time to pack your bags — and your HCA gear!
✈️ Whether you’re off to the beach, exploring new cities, or traveling across the globe, we want to see how far the Village can go this summer!
📸 Snap a pic wearing a Horse Creek Academy T-shirt during your adventures
📍 Share where you are in the photo
🏆 The picture taken the furthest distance from our Aiken campus wins a prize!
👉 To enter, post your photo in the comments or tag us !
📅 Contest runs from June 7 through August 6
Let’s make this our biggest Village Voyage yet — happy travels!
☀️ New Blog Post from Dr. Taylor!
⚖️😊 As we head into summer, Dr. Ann Marie Taylor is reflecting on her time teaching Criminology and The Psychology of Happiness — and how stepping into the classroom keeps her grounded, connected, and joyful as a school leader.
At HCA, leadership means more than titles — it means showing up, teaching alongside our students, and modeling what true connection looks like. This post is a powerful glimpse into the heart of how we lead. 💛
📖 Check out the blog here: https://www.hcacs.net/article/2259743
🎨👕 It's Back—Our HCA Summer T-Shirt Design Contest!
Calling all creative Villagers! We're excited to launch our 2nd Annual Summer T-Shirt Design Contest—your chance to help create the next official HCA spirit shirt!
🗓 Contest Dates: June 6–30
📥 Submit your design via the form below by June 30 to be considered!
🖌 Open to all students, staff, and families in the Village!
Our winning design will be turned into a limited-edition t-shirt available at Village Fest in August!
🎯 Design Tips:
-Highlight our school spirit, “We Are the Village” mindset, or themes like flexibility, service, or connection.
-Keep it clean, fun, and school-appropriate
-One entry per person
📧 Submit entries to https://forms.gle/1VWSLmQ71a4rCrUy5
We can't wait to see your creativity come to life!
🎉 And that’s a wrap on the 2024–2025 school year!
💙 From the very first day to the final afternoon carline, thank you for being part of the Village. Your support, kindness, and partnership mean the world to us—and to your children.
☀️ We hope your summer is filled with laughter, sunshine, rest, and memory-making. Whether you're traveling far or staying close to home, don’t forget—we’ll be cheering you on until we see you again.
Have an amazing summer, HCA Village! 💛💙
🎉 Exciting High School Schedule Update! 🎉
🙌 HCA High School students received their class schedules for next year during lunch today!
If your student missed it or was absent—no worries! Schedules can still be picked up during our summer office hours, and everyone will receive a fresh copy on the first day of school.
❓ Got questions?
Check out the FAQ below or reach out to your counselor:
📧 Mrs. Reese – lreese@hcacs.net
📧 Mrs. Watson – swatson@hcacs.net
📧 Mrs. Tice – stice@hcacs.net
📣 New to HCA High School next year?
Make sure you’re all set by setting up an appointment to get your child's schedule. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/hcanewstudentschedule
🔄 Need to request a schedule change?
👉 Submit your request here: https://tinyurl.com/HCAschedulechange25
📌 Note: During Village Fest, counselors will only be available to meet with new students who do not yet have a schedule. No schedule changes will be made on that day.
Next year is going to be our best school year yet! 💙💛
PS: Elementary and Middle School Families, remember your class assignments will be released July 14!
🎉 Aiken’s Choice Nominations are OPEN — and we need your help!
🏆 Horse Creek Academy is up for Best Place to Work in the 2025 Aiken’s Choice Awards — and we’d love your nomination! You'll find Best Place to Work under the City Life category.
💛 At HCA, we believe happy teachers = happy students. Our staff culture is built on connection, support, and valuing work/life balance—because when our team thrives, our students do too.
⭐️ Last year, we were honored to finish 2nd, and with your support (and daily nominations!), we’re aiming for the top spot this year!
🗓 Nominations are open now through June 8 (make sure to write out "Horse Creek Academy")
📲 Make your nomination here: https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/contests/aikenschoice/#//
✅ Pro tip: Your ballot may need to be 25% complete to count
🗳 You can nominate once per day
💬 Don’t forget to support your other favorite local businesses too!
Let’s show Aiken what makes the Village such a special place to work, learn, and grow!
#WeAreTheVillage #AikensChoice
🎉 End-of-Year Surprise! 🎉
As a little gift to our amazing students for finishing strong, the rest of the week is officially…
FREE DRESS DAYS! 👕👟🎒
That’s right—Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are all free dress for all students! Just remember to keep it school-appropriate as we wrap up an incredible year.
💛 We’re so proud of everything our students have accomplished—let’s finish the year with smiles, style, and lots of Village spirit!
Even though school’s out soon, we’re still here to help this summer—just on a different schedule!
🏫 Our front office will be open from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on the following dates:
🔹 June 16–19
🔹 July 14–17
🔹 July 28–31
📋 Mark your calendars for Monday, July 14th!
That’s when 2025–26 supply lists, elementary class rosters, and middle/high school schedules will all be available!
➡️ Supply lists will be posted on our website and Facebook.
➡️ Elementary families can email hcarosters@hcacs.net (include your child’s name and grade level) or call the main office to get their class roster.
➡️ Middle/High families can stop by the front office during summer hours (on/after July14) to pick up schedules.
🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
Horse Creek Academy is looking to grow our Village with two exciting opportunities:
👩🏫 Certified Elementary SPED Teacher – Join our passionate team dedicated to serving the whole child through flexibility, service, and connection. Email resumes to jeichelberger@hcacs.net
👶 Staff Day Care Worker – Help care for the littlest members of the Village in our on-campus staff day care program! Email resumes to pmurray@hcacs.net
If you're mission-driven and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of one of Aiken’s Best Places to Work!
🎓 Today is the day, Class of 2025.🎓
⭐️ Today, we celebrate the incredible journey of our second-ever graduating class at Horse Creek Academy—a group of students who have left their mark on our Village in ways both big and small. You've shown resilience, heart, and leadership, and today, we honor all that you are and all you're becoming.
💙 The image below is more than just a photo—it's a mosaic made up of each and every senior in the Class of 2025. Zoom in. Find your graduate. Smile. Cry a little. And know that every single face represents a story of growth, grit, and greatness.
📲 To those unable to join us in person, we invite you to tune in and celebrate from wherever you are. Graduation will be livestreamed at the link below—so gather your loved ones, grab some tissues, and cheer on these remarkable students as they cross the stage.
📺 https://www.hcacs.net/page/hca-2025-graduation-live-stream
We are so proud of you, Class of 2025. You’ll always be part of the Village. 💛
🎓 HCA Valedictorian Spotlight: Leanilla Stone 🎓
🎉 Please join us in celebrating Horse Creek Academy’s Class of 2025 Valedictorian, Leanilla Stone!
Lea has truly exemplified what it means to be a scholar, leader, and Village member. A dedicated A Honor Roll student and Honor Graduate, Lea has earned distinction as a Palmetto Fellow and has been accepted into the Capstone Scholars Program at the University of South Carolina, where she will continue her academic journey this fall.
Throughout her time at HCA, Lea has balanced rigorous academics with meaningful involvement in the life of the school. She has been a proud member of the National Honor Society, BETA Club, Village Players Theater, and was a standout athlete on our Varsity Soccer team.
Lea’s drive, kindness, and leadership have left a lasting impression, and we can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make in the world. Congratulations, Lea—you make us proud to be the Village. 💙💛
⚠️ Weather Update – Early Dismissal Today at HCA ⚠️
⛈️ Due to incoming storms in our area, we will begin dismissal a bit earlier this afternoon out of an abundance of caution. There is no cause for concern—this is simply a proactive step to help students safely reach their vehicles before the worst of the weather moves in.
⏰ Updated Dismissal Schedule:
➡️ Elementary School: Dismissal begins at 2:00 PM; car line runs from 2:00–2:45 PM
➡️ Middle/High School: Dismissal begins at 2:50 PM; car line runs from 2:50–3:30 PM
🚫 Please note: After Care and all after-school events are canceled.
After Care families—please email Mrs. Birchmore with any questions or concerns.
💛 Thank you for your flexibility and continued support as we work to keep our students and staff safe.
🎓 Salutatorian Spotlight: Abigail Turner 🎓
🎉 We’re proud to celebrate Abigail Turner, Horse Creek Academy’s Class of 2025 Salutatorian!
Abigail is a shining example of academic excellence, creativity, and leadership. A consistent A Honor Roll student and Honor Graduate, Abigail will attend Louisiana State University this fall, where she received a scholarship to pursue a career in engineering. She is also a Palmetto Fellow and was honored at South Carolina’s 2025 STEM Signing Day—a true testament to her passion for innovation and impact.
Abigail’s time at HCA has been marked by impressive accomplishments and deep involvement. She is a National Honor Society member, BETA Club member, Quill and Scroll inductee, and National Society of High School Scholars Ambassador. She represented her peers through Student Government, completed her HCA CTE track in Theater, and contributed to the Village Players, where her talents shined both on stage and behind the scenes.
She was also a Varsity Cheerleader, a Junior Leadership Aiken County member, a Scholar Athlete, and even a Congressional Art Competition Winner—proving she’s as creative as she is driven.
Abigail, your HCA Village is so proud of your achievements, your spirit, and your bright future ahead. Keep soaring! 💛💙
🚨 Two exciting opportunities just opened up at HCA for the 2025-2026 school year!
This is your chance to join The Village—voted one of Aiken’s Best Places to Work! We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven educators to fill the following positions:
- Middle or High School Certified ELA Teacher
- Certified Special Education Teacher (High School Resource)
💙 Ready to make a difference in a school that values flexibility, service, and connection? Email your resume to Cassandra Luttrull at cluttrull@hcacs.net today!
🇺🇸 Today we pause to remember and honor the heroes who gave their all—wishing our HCA Village a meaningful and restful Memorial Day! 💙
🎉 Big news from the Village! 🎉
🌟 We are so proud to celebrate 5th grader Evangeline (Evie) Chambliss, who has been selected to attend the prestigious National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM this summer at Emory University!
🧪 Evie was nominated by her teachers for her academic excellence, love of science, and outstanding character. She’s excited to explore hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, and math alongside students from across the country!
Way to go, Evie—you make HCA proud, and we can’t wait to see where your curiosity and leadership take you next. 💙💛
👋 HCA Families, we need you!
💙 Many of our amazing teachers have children here at HCA and would love the chance to attend their End-of-Year programs. We’re looking for volunteers who can step in to supervise their class during that time.
👉 Can you help? It’s a small act that means so much. Check out the available volunteer spots here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084FACA72FA1F58-56912009-endofyear#/
💛 Thank you for being part of the Village—it takes all of us!
Happy Monday HCA Village! It's weekly update time! Check out all the info at https://5il.co/3ggym
⚾ Now Hiring: Head Baseball Coach!
HCA is looking for a Head Baseball Coach to lead our program for the 2025–2026 school year!
⚾ Applications are open through June 2nd; apply now by emailing your resume to Chon Mathews at cmathews@hcacs.net
