NEWBERRY — In a public forum during the Newberry County School District Board Meeting, board members heard from Adam Bruyere — who requested the Board to consider building a softball field at Whitmire High School. “Here to bring an idea before you — Whitmire High School needs a softball field. There are issues with our current system,... READ MORE >
The School District of Newberry County will hold its Kendall Road Complex open house celebration Monday, September 9, from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.The event will celebrate the opening of Newberry Adult Education, Bright Beginnings, First Steps, and Facilities Management and will be held at 709 Kendall Road, Newberry. Light refreshments will be served, and the event is open... READ MORE >
NEWBERRY – “Think of your favorite story, one that inspires or makes you laugh and carry that with you, for it will serve you well,” said guest speaker Sam Glenn as he spoke to teachers, faculty and staff in the Newberry County School District (NCSD) on Wednesday, August 14. He shared several funny anecdotes. He also shared his story, of how his life was... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Jennifer Lathrop on being named School District of Newberry County's Inaugural Rookie Teacher of the Year. Lathrop is now in her second year teaching at Newberry Middle School and was recognized at the district's annual Teaching and Learning Conference Wednesday, August 14. READ MORE >
Congratulations to Deanna Wilbanks on being named School District of Newberry County Support Staff of the Year for 2019-2020. Wilbanks is the School Resource Officer at Newberry High School and was recognized at the district's annual Teaching and Learning Conference Wednesday, August 14. READ MORE >
Congratulations to Oleva Irvin on being named School District of Newberry County Teacher of the Year for 2019-2020. Irvin teaches 4th grade at Newberry Elementary School and was recognized at the district's annual Teaching and Learning Conference Wednesday, August 14. READ MORE >
Four Newberry High School student athletes each received Bryant Keith McMorris Memorial Scholarships in the amount of $350 at Bush River Missionary Baptist Church’s annual Student Recognition Program. They were, Zacharia Epps (Erskine College, Zsymere Epps (Coastal Carolina University) Trabia McFall (Clemson University) and C’Xaurius Corley. These... READ MORE >
Reuben Elementary third grade students extended their South Carolina History lessons with experiential learning thanks to a spring field trip to Charleston. Students toured Fort Sumter and the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. “This trip really made history come alive for our students,” said Beverly Chapman, RES third grade teacher. “Our students did... READ MORE >
Rangers led Eagles on the path to knowledge this spring at Saluda Shoals Park. This was not an aviary outreach, but rather, it was an educational one as second grade students from Reuben Elementary School learned from “Ranger Chris.” The students observed natural habitats and saw wildlife. “This class has had a knack for finding insects and... READ MORE >
This year, the Glenn Shealy Memorial Scholarship was awarded to the following seniors at the Mid-Carolina High School Senior awards ceremony: Kaleb Boland (son of Chad and Becky Boland), Jacob K. Shealy (son of Mark and Amy Shealy) and Lauren Shealy (daughter of Trevis and Lisa Shealy). Kaleb Boland and Jacob Shealy will attend Clemson... READ MORE >
The Newberry Observer published an article recognizing the following 2018-2019 retirees: Peggy Childress, Tammy Hester, Nancy Satcher, Pamela Arrington, Sandra Garner, Margaret “Bootsey” Bryant, Cindy Roy, Emmett “Sully” Sullivan, Fred Lazzaro,Timothy Lyden, Katherina Lyden, Pamela Bickley, Cynthia Hamm, Leah Bush, Kim Miles, Cindy Bartley and Jewell Kinard."The... READ MORE >
The Newberry Observer published that, "the Mid-Carolina Middle School Academic Team, on Friday, March 29 MCMS won the 2019 State Champions of Academics for the second year in a row. The original competition began in the 1970s with the PeeDee and Old English consortiums. Around 2012 students requested for a state championship of academics. 'MCMS originally... READ MORE >
The Newberry Observer released that, "four local high school students were recognized by City Council as the 2019 recipients of the Newberry-PMPA Community Scholar Scholarship. Matthew Epting, Andy Lin, Ledare Livingston and Shield Sawyer will each receive a $500 scholarship to go towards tuition at the state school of their choice. As one of 10 cities that... READ MORE >
As published by the Newberry Observer, "multiple schools in Newberry County received the WISE Grant which helps further health and wellness efforts with Healthier Generation. Tricia Ulch, School Nurse Coordinator, MCHS, PGE, BSE; Kim Mack, Principal, Little Mountain Elementary; Ethan Campbell, Coach, MCMS; Tracy Werts, School Nurse, NMS; and Renee Parkman, School... READ MORE >
County of Newberry Recreation Mid-Carolina Future Rebels Football Camp This camp is for all players regardless of ability. The Camp will be instructed by the MCHS JV & Varsity Coaching staff and current MCHS players. Each camper will receive instruction in combine drills - 40 YD dash, Pro Shuttle Broad Jump, Individual Position, Specific Fundamental... READ MORE >
The mission of Mid-Carolina High School and the School District of Newberry County is to engage students in educational experiences that ensure success and life-long learning. The vision of Mid-Carolina High School and the School District of Newberry County is of a culture where all ideas are valued; a cooperative relationship exists between the school, the... READ MORE >