McCormick High School

2024-2025 Winter Basketball Schedule https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q86iCUm0kWs2hT4esv4lYXGjGImnSaPZF5oe8ZaO9CQ/edit?usp=sharing

"MHS had Ms. Kenyetta-Renee Robertson and Mrs. Shelby D. Reed speak to our students about the importance of clean water preservation and the importance of choosing the right career path. One of the topics included choosing a career path as an entrepreneur, or a plumber, etc. This was a wonderful presentation. Thank you for allowing your students to participate." ~Mrs. Rapp

UPDATE: The concert will still be on Dec 12 at 6pm but will be moved to the MHS Gym. The MCSD Winter Band Concert will be held on December 12 at 6pm in the MMS Gym. Tickets are free and are available December 2-11 in the school offices, at the District Office, MACK Gift Shop, and the McCormick Chamber. For more details, please see the attached flyer or contact Ms. Talley-Bowens at talleybowensd@mcsd1.org.

"Students from McCormick County Schools attend the USC-Columbia/Missouri game on Saturday, November 16 with Models Academy. I am so proud of the partnership with Mr. Steve Coleman and the Models Academy Program & PTC. Students from all three schools attended the game. " ~Mrs. Rapp

"Congratulations, Skylar Calhoun, for completing OSHA 10 certification. Way to Go! Skylar was the 2nd student in Ms. Coffin's class to complete this certification." ~Mrs. Rapp

"Congratulations to Ty Wideman for being recognized as the Week 11 SCFCA Lineman of the Week!" ~ Coach Hughes

If you have not already done so, you can still view & purchase your fall pictures (grades 6-12). Follow the link below, select the option you need, & follow the instructions from there. https://my.photoday.com/s/LTBW/61341

High School Parents Still Make The Difference! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qpbm3nCWrcRykdh6JCB4nmgjge3UrzIi/view?usp=sharing

McCormick High School Pageant "An Evening of Dreams" MMS Gymnasium November 16, 2024 6:00 pm Tickets are $5.00 in advance $8.00 at the door For more information, please contact Ms. Gray at 443-0040 or grayb@mcsd1.org

"Help me celebrate Zechariah Chiles; he is the 1st student in Ms. Coffin's class to complete his OSHA 10 certification. I am so proud of this young man. Keep up the good work, Zech! " ~Mrs. Rapp

Congratulations to the Chiefs for advancing to the 1st round of the state play-offs. The Chiefs will travel to Blackville-Hilda High School on Friday (11-15-24). Game time is set for 7:30 pm.

"Congratulations to J'Varis Adams!! J'Varis began working Saturday at the McCormick Senior/Talmadge Center. I am so proud of this young man. Keep up the good work." ~Mrs. Rapp

"Congratulations to Markese for being picked to represent McCormick High and play in the Border Bowl. The Bowl will take place on January 11, 2025 at Strom Thurmond High School." ~Coach Hughes

The Ed-Op College Fair last week was a success! There were 31 colleges and universities present.

"McCormick High School is offering a second certification. Until today, we have been offering 1 certification, Microburst EmployAbility. I am so proud to announce that Ms. Jillian Coffin has agreed to support a 2nd certification, OSHA 10, and have her students complete this certification. Both of these certifications earn students an industry credential and help with completion in all cluster area pathways. Thank you, Ms. Coffin, for your support and dedication to helping our students become successful in and out of the classroom. Way to Go!" ~Mrs. Rapp

Selected seniors will be taking the WIN testing on Wednesday. Parents/guardians & students were sent a letter two weeks ago. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Bailey at baileys@mcsd1.org.

"Congratulations to the following students for completing their Microburst Certification. Way to go! I am so proud of each of you. Continue to work hard and reach for the stars. Thank you, Mrs. Beard, for your support by helping our students reach their goals." ~Mrs. Rapp London Brown M'Rya Bryant Omarion Gilyard ZyKerriah Hill

Each year, organizations around the world observe Nuclear Science Week, celebrating all the ways nuclear science improves our lives. See the attached flyer for benefits of the nuclear industry and some career options.

"Thanks to Tycie Stewart (Piedmont Technical College, Financial Aid Office) and Dr. Tomiko T. Smalls, PhD (MHS Class of 1987, Scholarship & School Connections Committee) for speaking with our parents and students about the financial aid process, including FAFSA applications, types of scholarships, and work study opportunities. Information was provided on best practices for submitting scholarship applications, including the importance of adhering to deadlines, having someone proofread your application, and sending thank-you notes." ~Mrs. Martin

SPORTS: Quantrell Hearst has been nominated for WJBF's Football Friday Night Player of the Week. Voting is now open, and you can vote once daily until Friday night at 11:00 pm. LET'S VOTE!!! CLICK LINK BELOW https://www.wjbf.com/player-of-week/ffn-player-of-the-week-2024-week-9/