Harnessing the power of our community to enhance student learning and support educators in the Aiken County Public School District.

ACPSD Teachers!

Thank you to everyone who applied for Classroom Innovation Grants this semester.  Winners will be announced in a few weeks.  The application deadline has now passed, but another round will be offered this summer.  Get prepared now by reviewing the PEP Grant Guidelines and Grant Worksheet to learn just what you need to apply.  Follow PEP on Facebook and Instagram to stay informed

2025 – A Year of Impact

PEP invested $57,003.24 in grants to classroom teachers, professional development training, and books to every 3rd grader in the District.  In addition, PEP sponsored the 21st annual Garcia Orchestra Festival, supported USCA’s SEED Day, and provided $23,500 through our Endowed Scholarship funds to students across the District.  Thousands of students and their teachers benefited from our Partners’ generous support through Public Education Partners.  Thank you!

What is a Local Education Foundation?

 

Volunteer-led 501(c)3 non-profit, independent of the school district

Advocate and voice for quality public education

Connection between the community and its public schools

Resource for funds raised from the community that can be invested in our local schools

PEP's Four Action Areas

IMPROVE STUDENT LITERACY

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TEACHER
SUCCESS

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ENGAGE STUDENTS IN STEAM

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INCREASE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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Decades of Impact

PEP’s unique partnership has funded over 300 projects, invested over $4 million in Aiken County’s public schools, and impacted tens of thousands of students.  

Explore our website to learn how you can help create the next 30 years of community engagement in our public schools.