Thank you to everyone who helped make the Black History Month Expo an amazing experience for our students!
Congratulations to Darius Houston for being named to the 2025 1A Boys South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association (SCBCA) All-State team. This is a tremendous accomplishment and Darius will be recognized at a banquet in March.
Dr. Tomiko Smalls visited Ms. Bradshaw's Creative Writing class to provide scholarship application tips. She used reflective journaling as a warm-up activity and presented an unedited response to the prompt so that the students could offer suggestions and corrections. Thanks to both of these ladies for helping our students feel more confident about applying for scholarships!
Congratulations to Markese Stevens for being nominated for the 2025 Bridge Builder Excellence Award. This award recognizes high school student-athletes who excel on the field, in the classroom and within their community.
Students in Mrs. Beard's classes enjoyed one-on-one time with SC Works employees learning how to make sure their resumes are ready to get them a job.
Guest speaker, Shelby Reed, gave valuable information to Mrs. Beard's students. The presentation was Getting the Job 101. Thank you Mrs. Beard for having Mrs. Reed speak to your students.
Congratulations to senior J’Varis Adams for receiving the DAR Good Citizen Award!
“Congratulations to Demarion Allen, he is working at McCormick Tire & Oil under the supervision of Mr. Mat Hardy. Way to Go, Demarion. I am extremely proud of you!”
~Mrs. Rapp
There will be a parent's meeting on Tuesday (2-25-25) in the MMS gym at 5 pm for all parents of student-athletes who are participating in Spring sports.
Congratulations to the Chiefs for advancing to the 2nd round of the SCHSL playoffs. The Chiefs will host CA Johnson High School on Wednesday (2-19-25) at 6 pm. Admission will be $8 and only SCHSL passes will be accepted.
Congratulations to the Chiefs for advancing to the 1st round of the SCHSL state playoffs. The guys will host Horse Creek Academy on Monday (2-17-25) at 7 pm and the Lady Chiefs will travel to Hunter Kinard Tyler on Tuesday (2-18-25) at 7 pm. Admission will be $8 and only SCHSL passes will be accepted.
“Congratulations to Kamauri Chamberlain for completing her OSHA 10
certification. Way to go, Kamauri.”
~Mrs. Rapp
Celebrate your child’s birthday on our digital marquee located at the entrance of the school. Sign up today for only $10.
https://www.mccormick.k12.sc.us/o/mhs/page/birthday-marquee
"Congratulations, Tyler Riley, for completing your Microburst EmployAbility Certification. Way to go!"
~Mrs. Rapp
On Wednesday, 2/5, Jakeya traveled with the First Steps staff to Myrtle Beach to attend the 70th South Carolina Early Childhood Association conference: Leading Little Learners. Over 1300 early childhood professionals attended this conference, and Jakeya attended sessions on:
- Making Learning Fun, but Meaningful
- Groove & Grow: Music for Learning
- Building Confidence through Music & Movement
- Building Brains: Every Move Matters
- An Author's Story
- Team Building Boosts Teacher Morale & Well-Being
Several students participated in a Stop the Bleed certification course taught today by Mrs. Kelly. Congratulations everyone! Thank you, Ms. Ouzts, for getting it set up for them!
“Congratulations to Demarion Allen for completing his Microburst EmployAbility Certification. I am so proud of you, Demarion. Keep up the good work.”
~Mrs. Rapp
The McCormick High chapter of SkillsUSA has the opportunity today, to advocate and express their interest in meeting with the legislators to discuss Career and Technical Education (CTE) and SkillsUSA. Engaging with their local legislators is an excellent way to advocate for SkillsUSA, school, and Broadcasting program. Great job Chiefs!
“Congratulations, Madison Banks, for completing your Microburst EmployAbility Certification. Madison is the 1st student in Ms. Ferdinand's class to complete her Microburst. Way to go! I am so proud of you!”
~Mrs. Rapp
The JV basketball game vs. Abbeville that is scheduled on Saturday (2-8-25) will now start at 5:30 pm. Varsity games will follow the JV game and the games will take place at Erskine College.