Alfred E Rush Academy

05/23/2026

All Florence 1 Schools locations are closed Monday, May 25th.

05/15/2026

✨ Double the celebration✨

So incredibly proud to celebrate Teacher of the Year 🍎 and Support Staff of the Year 🌟—two amazing individuals who lead with heart, dedication and a true passion for making a difference every day.

Help us congratulate these well-deserved honorees!
Mr. Joshwayne Sergent - Teacher of the Year and Mr. Jamie Wilson - Support Staff of the Year

05/09/2026

05/02/2026

✨ What an Incredible Day of Exploration and Opportunity!✨

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Mrs. Wiegel (School Counselor) for the incredible opportunity for Alfred Rush Academy students to tour Advantage Academy on Thursday, April 30th. We truly appreciate your warm hospitality and the opportunity to learn about the outstanding programs you offer.

Our students were excited to explore the campus, engage in hands-on experiences, ask questions, and get a firsthand look at opportunities that could help shape their future.

Thank you for investing in our students and exposing them to new possibilities. Alfred Rush Academy truly values this partnership and experience! ✨✨

04/20/2026

🌟 Alfred Rush Academy Annual Career Fair: Inspiring Futures, One Conversation at a Time! 🌟

Alfred Rush Academy proudly hosted its Annual Career Fair on Friday, April 17th. Our students were fully engaged as they explored a wide range of career pathways and connected with professionals from across our community.

Each representative brought a wealth of knowledge, insight, and passion, making the event both informative and truly impressive. Our guests helped spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of leaders.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all of the businesses and organizations who took the time to participate and invest in our students’ futures.

Alfred Rush Academy values and appreciates the continued collaboration with our community partners. Together, we are building brighter futures and opening doors of opportunity for every student we serve.

04/19/2026

🔥✨ WHAT AN EXPERIENCE! ✨🔥

Our students from Alfred Rush Academy had an AMAZING opportunity to tour the Poynor School of Healthcare Innovation—and let’s just say, they left INSPIRED and READY for more! 💉🩺📚

This visit was incredibly informative. Our students got the chance to connect with current students in the program, hear real feedback about their experiences, and learn firsthand what it takes to succeed in the healthcare field. This was motivation on another level! 👏🏽

A HUGE thank you to Mrs. Scipio for pouring into our students, encouraging them to strive for excellence in EVERYTHING they do and pushing them to take that next step by applying to these amazing programs. That kind of support makes all the difference! 💫

So proud of our students for showing up, asking questions, and envisioning their future.

04/18/2026

AO Smith Tour

A huge THANK YOU to A.O. Smith for opening your doors and providing our students with an unforgettable tour of your manufacturing facility. From the warm hospitality to the exciting, hands-on activities, our students were fully engaged and inspired every step of the way!

Experiences like this truly bring learning to life and help our students see the endless possibilities for their future. We are incredibly grateful for this opportunity and look forward to building an even stronger partnership with you moving forward.

A very special thank you to Mrs. Debbie Jones for going above and beyond to coordinate such a phenomenal visit—we appreciate you!

04/07/2026

We extend our sincere thanks to Mr. (Coach) Chippa Smith for taking the time to inspire and engage our high school students. Your insights into your career journey, along with the advice and real-world experiences you shared, made a lasting impact. Opportunities like this help our students see what’s possible and motivate them to pursue their goals with confidence. We truly appreciate your time and support!