We are incredibly proud of fifth grader Paisley for earning a PERFECT score on last year’s SC READY ELA test! What an outstanding achievement! 🎉📚
We loved celebrating her today and recognizing her hard work. Congratulations, Paisley! Your Hagood family is so proud of you! 💙🦅
Congratulations to our finalists:
🌟 Marley
🌟 Grayson
🌟 Naomi
🌟 Dylan
🌟 McKenzie
🏆 A special congratulations to McKenzie, our overall first place winner! Her artwork will be featured on the front cover of Hagood’s 2026–2027 yearbook!
Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their talent. We’re so proud of our creative Eagles! 🦅
Did you miss the original deadline?
You can still order keepsakes featuring your child’s artwork for home delivery, and your purchase will continue to support Hagood’s fundraiser this school year!
You can even upload additional artwork and photos.
🛍️ Shop at www.arttoremember.com
Join us Wednesday, November 18, at 10 a.m. for a story, craft, snack, singing, and dancing! 🍂📚
Registered preschoolers will receive a FREE book!
Please register by November 13 using the QR code on the flyer. We can’t wait to see you! 🧡
We’re collecting pop tabs through November 12th, so keep saving those tabs and sending them in. Every tab counts, Hagood! 🙌
🎵 The Art and Science of Music: An Opportunity for Grades 6–12
Does your student enjoy singing or playing an instrument? Are they interested in songwriting, graphic design, sound and lighting, or working behind the scenes at live events?
The Art and Science of Music offers School District of Pickens County students in grades 6–12 the opportunity to work alongside musicians and entertainment professionals to create original music and help produce a live show!
Presented by the South Carolina Entertainment and Music Hall of Fame, this three-day experience will take place November 19–21, 2026, at Easley High School, concluding with a live performance alongside Hall of Fame musicians.
Students will work in small teams, contributing through music, design, promotion, stage production, and other roles. No audition is required, and students do not have to sing or play an instrument to participate.
Anticipated Schedule:
Thursday, November 19: Evening workshop beginning at approximately 5:00 PM.
Friday, November 20: Full-day workshop, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Participating students will be excused from school to attend.
Saturday, November 21: Final production preparations and a live performance at 7:00 PM. Student arrival time and additional details will be shared with participating families.
Participation Information:
Cost: $35 per student
Students must attend all three days.
Families must provide transportation to and from Easley High School.
Interested in participating?
Complete the Student Workshop Interest Form to receive registration information and additional details.
Please note: Submitting the interest form does not complete registration.
Thank you to everyone who shared their perspectives through the Community Input Survey as the SDPC Board of Trustees searches for the district's next superintendent.
The feedback received will help inform the Board as it considers the leadership qualities, experience, and priorities that are important for SDPC's next leader.
The survey results are now available for the community to review.
🔗 View the results and learn more about the superintendent search: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/article/3112602
Thank you for being part of this important process and for your continued support of SDPC.
A vision for the future is becoming a reality!
On October 26, 2026, the SDPC Board of Trustees gathered at the Gateway to Innovation construction site for a special dedication recognizing their visionary leadership and commitment to this exciting new chapter in Career and Technical Education.
A plaque installed in the building’s lobby honors the Board for the vision and forward-thinking work that have helped bring Gateway to Innovation to life.
This project represents SDPC’s commitment to Visionary, Future-Focused Innovation and creating meaningful opportunities for students to explore career pathways, discover new interests, and develop skills for future success.
Gateway to Innovation is scheduled to open in January 2027, welcoming school groups during a soft opening in the second semester. A grand opening celebration will follow, giving the community an opportunity to see the new facility firsthand. Be on the lookout for more details!
We’re grateful for the leadership that continues to move our district forward and excited for what Gateway to Innovation will mean for students and our community.
Thank you for showing The Eagle Way through your actions and helping make Hagood a great place to learn and grow. We’re proud to celebrate you! 💙❤️
Keep leading, growing, and SOARing! 🌟
📅 Monday, October 26–Friday, October 30
🕣 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. daily
📍 Hagood’s Library Media Center
All students will have an opportunity to shop during their scheduled library time.
Parents, grandparents, and guests are welcome to shop on their own anytime during fair hours! Want to shop with your child? Join them during their scheduled library time, recess, or after the Book Parade on Friday.
We can’t wait to see our Eagles finding books they’ll love! 🦅📖
Join us Friday, October 16, at 7:00 a.m. in the Hagood Elementary cafeteria for breakfast and time together focused on fatherhood, leadership, and making a lifelong impact.
Guest speaker Pastor Jut Owens of Mile Creek Baptist Church will share about INITIATIVE: stepping up, taking responsibility, and making a difference.
Breakfast will be provided by Landmark Baptist Church.
We had 125 adults and children at our first meeting. Let’s keep growing and making a difference in the lives of our kids!
Would you like your family picture included in our family slideshow? Please send it to seththompson@picken.k12.sc.us before the meeting.
To celebrate a successful fundraiser, ALL students will enjoy an ice cream party on October 29!
Thank you to our Hagood families and PTO for your support and for making this fundraiser a success! 💙❤️
Hagood families, turn your child’s artwork into special keepsakes while supporting our school! Choose from 60+ items, with many under $20—perfect for gifts or treasured memories.
🛍️ Order through Hagood’s custom link:
https://arttoremember.com/school/M9EWEM
Enter your online order code or search for your child’s artwork to start shopping. A portion of every purchase supports Hagood!
📅 Be sure to place your order by October 30!
