
As a reminder, November 25 - 29 are school holidays. We will return on Monday, December 2. Have a great Thanksgiving Break! ๐ฆ๐๐๏ธ:


Our 2025-2026 Academic Calendar is here! ๐๐๏ธ
Thank you to our Anderson County Calendar Committee for working to create a great calendar. ๐
To print or download a copy, visit: https://5il.co/31lf3


The Anderson 3 Board of Trustees welcomes the newly elected trustee, Mr. Justin Burdette, to the district's Area 3 seat.
Mr. Burdette is a native of the Starr-Iva Area. He holds a bachelor's degree in Information technology and has worked at Miliken for over 12 years. He currently serves as a Process Improvement Leader. Justin and his wife Kristina have been married for 19 years and have two children, Madi and Peyson. Together, they reside in Starr.
Welcome to the Anderson 3 Family, Mr. Burdette! ๐


The Case of the Missing Assistant Principal! ๐๐ง
Mrs. Bridgesโ 5th-grade reading students at Starr Elementary transformed into detectives to tackle a hands-on crime scene investigation to sharpen their skills in identifying Primary and Secondary Sources. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐๏ธ
The students did an amazing job gathering evidence, analyzing clues, and distinguishing between different types of information sources. This interactive activity made learning fun while strengthening their critical thinking skills! ๐๐











Mrs. Holbrook's and Mr. Metzโs English 4 students recently presented their career research projects! ๐๐
Each student explored a potential career path, creating boards that detailed everything from job descriptions and salary expectations to education requirements and essential job skills. They shared their findings with district representatives and school staff, gaining valuable experience in communication and presenting their ideas. ๐๐ผ
This project prepares them for future career decisions and builds confidence and essential soft skills for the workforce. Weโre so proud of their hard work! ๐จ๐ปโ๐ญ๐ฉ๐ฝโโ๏ธ#CareerReady










Saddle Up and Join the Iva Elementary Team! ๐ค
๐ฐ WANTED: Special Education Paraprofessional
๐: https://bit.ly/A3Careers


The SC Department of Mental Health is Now Hiring an Additional Mental Health Counselor to Serve Anderson 3 Students. ๐ง
๐To Apply: visit https://bit.ly/4hHeykd


Anderson 3 proudly held its annual #TigersTogether Veterans Day Celebration on Friday! Students from our band, orchestra, and choir honored those who served with patriotic performances. Thank you to Colonel Todd Cargle (Retired) for speaking and sharing your experiences from your service in the United States Air Force! ๐๏ธ๐บ๐ธ๐











Iva Elementary recently honored and celebrated veterans in a huge way!๐๐บ๐ธ
From a vibrant hallway parade to a touching Quilts of Valor ceremony, the school was filled with patriotic spirit. Veterans concluded by visiting classrooms, allowing students to connect with these real-life heroes and learn valuable lessons about service and sacrifice.
Thank you, veterans, for your service to our nation! โค๏ธ๐ #VeteransDay #HeroesAmongUs











Safety Day at Iva Elementary is always a success! Thanks to our local heroes from police, fire, and EMS, students got an exciting behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep our community safe. Weโre so grateful for the dedication and bravery these professionals bring daily! ๐ฎ๐๐๐









๐๐๏ธ November 4 & 5 are School Holidays. We will return to Normal Operations on Wednesday, November 6!
๐ณ๏ธ: Don't Forget to Vote on Tuesday, November 5!
๐บ๐ธ: Voting information can be found at https://scvotes.gov. You can find your polling place by visiting https://bit.ly/3Uig408.


Following Hurricane Helene, we were fortunate to support our families with food and resources. When we quickly depleted some of our stock, several organizations reached out and blessed us with supplies and money so that we could continue to support our families.
Thank you, Hope Missions, Iva Community Food Bank, and Truth Tabernacle, for your generosity! ๐๐คฉ๐ฅซ




Tigers, itโs game time AND giving time!๐
Bring a canned good or non-perishable item to the Crescent vs. Pendleton Football game this Friday for a chance to score big! All donors are entered into a chance to win a Crescent Swag Bag. Several bags will be given away during the game. Items collected will benefit our Anderson 3 Food Bank and go directly into the hands of needy students. ๐ฏ๐ฅซ๐
Letโs pack the stands and our food drive binsโsee you at the gate! ๐




Join us as we honor our heroes! ๐บ๐ธ
Our District Veterans Day Ceremony is on November 8th at 9 AM. at the Crescent High School Gym. ๐บ๐ธ
Letโs come together to recognize and celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of our veterans. All are welcome!


๐โโ๏ธ Powell Power! ๐ฅ Iva Elementary's Principal, Mr. Austin Powell, took the ultimate endurance challenge and conquered running 100 miles this weekend! ๐ฏ
His students and staff sent him off with a pep rally on Friday, and weโre thrilled to say he crossed the finish line! Congrats, Mr. Powell, on going the extra mile (or 100)! ๐ฅ๐










Red, White, and Apply! ๐บ๐ธ โ๏ธ๐
Our Crescent High seniors cast their votes for their future on College App Day, with 450 college applications submitted!
Mr. Roberts and Mrs. Black are also officially campaigning for write-in votes for a presidential ticket... with an official slogan, "Country Meets Country Club." We think they will do a great job!๐ณ๏ธ๐๐บ๐ธ










Our Newest Junior Betas are Shining Bright! ๐๐ฏ๏ธ
At our second-ever Elementary Beta Club Induction, 4th and 5th graders were officially sworn in. These young leaders are lighting the way in Achievement, Character, Leadership, and Service. Hereโs to a bright journey ahead!











Looking for a GREAT place to work? We are hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional for Starr-Iva Middle!
Apply Now!๐ฏ๐
โก๏ธโก๏ธโก๏ธ: bit.ly/A3Careers


We are #TigerProud of our A3 Students from across the district for showcasing their skills and keeping our strong agricultural heritage alive! I think itโs safe to say they dominated this years South Carolina State Fair! ๐ฎ๐
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The Fall Federal Career and Technology meeting took place on October 8, 2024, bringing together district and advisory council members to align our programs with industry trends. These council members, local business owners and professionals provide valuable input on funding, equipment, and business needs. If you or someone you know would like to join, attend at least two meetings a year and offer insight into our business, agriculture, construction, or Project Lead the Way programs, please contact us! ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ป๐๐ค

