The Flat Rock Elementary Techno Tigers Robotics Team recently qualified for and competed in the 2023 VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas! We are incredibly proud of these students and their teachers. 🤖⚙️🐯
Thank you to Palmetto Partners for Science and Technology and Carolina Handling! Your generous sponsorships allowed our students to experience this incredible opportunity. 💛
Meet #A3AllStar, Ms. Kate Abernethy! 🌟🐯
Ms. Abernathy is a veteran Math teacher at Crescent High School. She was born in Chicago, IL, and grew up in Pontotoc, MS. She's lived in IL, MS, NC, FL, and now GA. Kate is the youngest of 6. Before coming to Crescent, she taught at Cocoa High School in Cocoa, FL.
"What do you value most about your position?"
"I think my co-workers make the difference. We work together, support each other, and really care about each other. Teaching is not easy, but the people you work with can make all the difference. If you are willing to be patient and remember, maybe even more important than the subject I teach is the fact that I have the opportunity to help create confident, caring, successful young adults."
Here are three facts about Ms. Abernethy:
1. I have 13 great-nieces and nephews. 🧒🏻👧🏻
2. I have a brother-in-law who has been part of the family longer than I have.
3. I have driven a dog team on the Yukon River, gone ice fishing, and seen the Northern Lights. 🥶
We are blessed to have Ms. Abernethy; she is a #A3AllStar! Congratulations! 💛
Our out-of-district form has gone digital! 📲📍
➡️https://bit.ly/OutofDistrict2324
A3's Non-Resident Program allows families outside our attendance zone to apply for admittance into Anderson 3. Acceptance is conditional on school-level enrollment capacity and student records.
Ms. Rainey's Crescent Physics students recently partnered with Starr Elementary 1st graders to teach them about rockets! Students enjoyed building mini rockets and learning about how they fly! 🚀⚙️🐯 #TigersTogether
Crescent Softball Takes on Aynor in Game 2 of the AAA State Championship on
Wednesday, May 24 at 6:00 at Gary and Kathy Adams Field! 🥎🏆
On Saturday, members from the Crescent Track Team competed in the AAA State Track Meet! Congratulations to Rykevieus Fleming and Amiri Acker, who made the medal stand. Rykevieus earned a 2nd-place silver finish in the triple jump, and Amiri placed 7th in the 200 and 400 meters!
Great Season, Tiger Track! 🏅🏃🏻♀️👟
In August, 10th grader Lydia Sanchez experienced a cardiac event on the sidelines of a football scrimmage. Following quick actions from Crescent PlaySafe trainer Chelsea Puckett and other responders, she was thankfully resuscitated. After this scary experience, Lydia was cleared, jumped back into cheer, and finished her season strong. 📣💙🏈
We are thankful for Lydia's determination and our athletic trainer Ms. Puckett. Because of Chelsea, Lydia can cheer another season in the fall.
Lydia is more than deserving of a PlaySafe Comeback Award, and we are proud for her to receive it at the recent 2023 Awards Gala. Congratulations! 🏅🎉
Welcome, Mr. Dane Crawford! 👋 🎉
Mr. Crawford recently joined our Information Technology team as a Systems Administrator. Dane grew up in Lexington, GA, and lives in Royston. Dane has experience in Systems Administration and IT support in the manufacturing setting. Dane is married to Kimberly Crawford. Together they have a daughter, Blaire.
We are happy to have you, Dane!
In the realm where knowledge blooms,
Where wisdom's seeds find ample room,
There stands a noble guiding light,
A beacon through the darkest night.
Teachers, guardians of countless minds,
Whose passion for learning gently binds,
They weave the fabric of tomorrow's grace,
Empowering hearts to find their place.
With patience, they unveil the unknown,
Planting seeds of curiosity sown,
They nurture dreams, they spark the flame,
Illuminating paths to endless aim.
In classrooms filled with laughter's cheer,
Their words resound, dispelling fear,
They mold the clay of tender hearts,
Shaping young minds with countless arts.
With every lesson carefully designed,
They nurture potential, unconfined,
Unleashing dreams, igniting fires,
Fanning flames of endless desires.
They lend an ear, they wipe a tear,
They celebrate triumphs, conquer fear,
In their embrace, every voice finds worth,
A sanctuary where dreams give birth.
From nursery rhymes to scholarly prose,
From equations complex to life's repose,
Teachers guide us through the grandest tome,
With wisdom, they make this world their home.
Their love for learning knows no bounds,
Their patience, like an eternal sound,
They inspire minds to reach the skies,
Unleashing dreams, where passion lies.
Oh, teachers, you're the shining stars,
Guiding souls past the universe's bars,
With gratitude, we sing your praise,
Forever indebted to your righteous ways.
In classrooms, you sculpt the future's clay,
With every word you lovingly say,
So here's to the teachers, faithful and true,
This ode to you, our heartfelt THANK YOU!
...
🍎✏️🎒💛
🎉Congratulations, Crescent Softball! 🎉
Your 2023 District I-AAA Champs! 🥎💪🏽🏆
4 Crescent Students recently competed in the 2023 SC State Business Plan Competition. Out of 44 total competitors, Lily Cook, placed 2nd in the state with her business "Lilly's Gumballs," and Leliany Diaz placed 3rd with her company, "Fresas Bakery." Zayanna Reeves was also a semifinalist, and Ben Justol competed. Congratulations to these entrepreneurs! 💡👩🏻💼👨🏽💼
Presenting the Anderson 3 Virtual Art Gallery! We are excited to showcase our student's talents! Click the link below to take you through 10 fantastic student pieces from each of our schools! 🖼️🎨
https://bit.ly/3BawYFT
🎉MATCH TIME🎉
To celebrate #TeacherAppreciationWeek, Sonic Foundation is making sure all @DonorsChoose projects are matched by at least 50% while funds last. Check out our classroom projects here: https://ww.donorschoose.org/acsd3
We cannot wait for another fantastic Tiger Graduation at Sunset! 🎓🌅
One of our Digital Integration Specialists, Heather Dickerson, graduated from the United Way of Anderson County Young Philanthropists. During the graduation ceremony, Heather gave a first-hand account of how the BackPack SnackPack Program positively impacts students in Anderson County.
Great Job, Heather! 🎉
Ruby Mattia-McMullan, a senior at Crescent High School, gave the closing address at the S.C. Commission on Higher Education's College and Career Decision Day Rally at the state house. This year, Ruby has served the commission as one of ten College Process Ambassadors. 🎤🐯
Mirrored after National Signing Day, the rally recognizes students deciding to attend college, vocational or training programs, join the military, or enter the workforce. 🇺🇸👷🏽♂️💼
Great job, Ruby! 🎉
📍LOCATION CHANGE 📍
Due to a large group expected for our commendation portion of the agenda, the May 2023 regularly scheduled board meeting will now occur at Crescent High School in the Library. The meeting will still begin at 6:30 PM.
Meet Crescent High School's 2023-2024 Support Staff of the Year! 🥳💛
Ms. Martha Solley has been a part of the facilities team at Crescent for five years. Martha genuinely enjoys helping others in any way she can. Her sweet and loving personality is a bright light at CHS.
Congratulations, Ms. Solley! We are thankful for you! 🎉🐯
We love STEAM! 🎨🔬⚙️
Congratulations to Iva Elementary School's 2023-2024 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year! 🍎🥳💛
-Ms. Amanda Jefferson is Iva's Teacher of the Year! Ms. Jefferson is a 5th Grade Writing Teacher who has taught for eight years. Amanda is a committed and selfless teacher who always goes the extra mile for her students.
-Mrs. Carrie Caldwell is Iva's Support Staff of the Year! Mrs. Caldwell has been a Paraprofessional at Iva for two years. Carrie is cheerful and loving to everyone she meets, especially her students.
Congratulations, Ms. Jefferson and Mrs. Caldwell, for being nominated and selected by your peers! Thank you for everything you do for #A3Students! 💛🎉
