Newberry High School

Montessori Parent Interest Meeting Thursday, February 20 6 p.m. at Boundary Street Elementary INDIVIDUALIZED Montessori is a hands-on discovery approach to teaching and learning. It tends to discourage traditional competitive measurements of achievement, such as grades and tests, and instead focuses on the individual progress and development of each child. Children of different ages share the same classes and are encouraged to collaborate and help one another. SPECIALIZED Specialized educational materials are used to keep children interested, and there is an emphasis on "practical life skills." The main goal of Montessori education is to provide a stimulating, child-oriented environment in which children are mastering the South Carolina state standards. The Montessori program in Newberry County serves ages three year old through fifth grade at Boundary Street Elementary, Gallman Elementary and Newberry Elementary School. Students must reside in the zoned school to be eligible for Montessori.

Congrats to our Teacher of the Month Coach Trokya Bates. Congrats to our Support Staff of the Month Mrs. Bennie Mae Brown. Thank you both for serving NHS with your whole heart!

Congratulations to our Students of the Month! 9th: Braeden Murphy 10th: Alex Lozoya Ocampo 11th: Xavier Summers 12th: Bianca Gilliam

Attention Junior Boys: Palmetto Boys State applications have arrived. Any interested 11th grade boy can get an application from Ms. Cary. All applications are due Thursday, February 20th.

MLP Family Drop-In: Connect, Learn, and Grow @ Newberry Middle School Scheduled for February 6 has been postponed and will be rescheduled for later this spring.

Attention Juniors: ALA Palmetto Girls State applications have arrived. Any interested 11th grade girl can get an application from Ms. Cary starting today. All applications are due by Thursday, February 20th.

Check out the latest Bulldog Monthly Newsletter on our website! https://www.newberryhs.org/o/nhs/page/bulldog-monthly-newsletters

Access Testing for WIDA will take place on Monday, January 27. Please remember to charge your device and bring your laptop for testing!

Congratulations to Nurse Hipp, Support Staff Employee of the Month!

Congratulations to Ms. Holly Myers, our Teacher of the Month!

Due to the threat of winter weather and the resulting hazardous road conditions, the School District of Newberry County will have an eLearning day on Friday, January 10, 2025, with schools and offices closed. All activities are canceled for January 10. Teachers will post assignments for students to complete, but there will be no live Google Meets on this day. Students who do not have internet access will need to download assignments during school on Thursday. Students will have a five-school-day window of time to turn in eLearning assignments. Additional information regarding eLearning guidelines and expectations can be found at https://bit.ly/426hmBW.

SCDE responds to PowerSchool Data Breach Jan 8, 2025 Late Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) was informed by PowerSchool of a cybersecurity breach involving its PowerSource portal. This was an international incident over which the state and local districts had no control. This breach resulted in unauthorized access to certain customer data from PowerSchool’s Student Information Systems (SIS), including data from multiple states and school districts across the country. During a meeting with PowerSchool’s senior leadership, they confirmed that personally identifiable information (PII) was compromised. The SCDE is currently working to understand the full scope of the breach. PowerSchool has stated that this breach has been contained and has informed the SCDE that it has taken steps to secure its systems, engage cybersecurity experts, and is also coordinating with law enforcement to address the breach. The SCDE is actively communicating with PowerSchool, legal counsel, and local districts to assess the full impact on South Carolina schools, students, and educators and to determine next steps. The SCDE is also in direct communication with the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), the Attorney General’s office and has notified the Governor and legislative leaders. Commenting on the seriousness of this incident, State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver said, “The protection of our South Carolina students’ and educators’ personal data is non-negotiable. We fully recognize the anxiety this raises for them and their families.” She continued, “While PowerSchool has taken accountability for this breach, our Department will take uncompromising action to ensure we uncover the complete extent of this incident. We will insist that PowerSchool not only notify affected individuals but also provide them with credit and identity monitoring services." The SCDE will continue to engage and support districts and schools throughout this process as more information becomes available. https://ed.sc.gov/newsroom/news-releases/scde-responds-to-powerschool-data-breach/

FREE TO FOCUS Beginning January 6, 2025 The South Carolina Department of Education has released a policy that prohibits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. The purpose of this policy is to create a phone-free school environment that fosters a positive learning experience free from electronic distractions. During the school day, students are prohibited from accessing their personal electronic devices. Students may not wear or access device accessories during the school day. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices. MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

Congratulations to our Teacher of the Month, Mr. West!

Congratulations to our Support Staff Employee of the Month, Ms. Brehmer!

District-Wide Recruitment Fair! Saturday, January 25, 2025 Mid-Carolina High School 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. All positions: Teacher, Nurse, Child Nutrition, Bus Driver, Instructional Assistants, and other positions.

Check out the December Newsletter! https://www.newberryhs.org/o/nhs/page/bulldog-monthly-newsletters

FAFSA FRENZY with Newberry College Admissions Game Day Visit December 18 - 4 p.m. Get the expert assistance with your FAFSA application, whether it's your first time or your need extra support. After filing, enjoy free admission to cheer on the Newberry Wolves Women's and Men's basketball teams. A free snack voucher will be included! Don't miss this perfect mix of planning your future and game-day fun! Register with the link below: https://admissions.newberry.edu/register/?id=249918a5-56ba-4692-a362-a3f0caec3e16&fbclid=IwY2xjawG8PMZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZtwskKFQcgxezxNzWeTTEjg9dauyECEqB2lPbSOil3IIBczE5OBrZ38wQ_aem_1o8r2pdzZtxThkjc1m7SRA

NEWBERRY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FAFSA FRENZY GAME DAY VISIT! Get expert assistance with your FAFSA application, whether it's your first time or you need extra support. After filing, enjoy free admission to cheer on the Newberry Wolves Women's and Men's basketball teams. A free snack voucher will be included! Don't miss this perfect mix of planning your future and game-day fun! The event is DECEMBER 18, 2024 at 4 PM. Register now by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

NHS Choral Concert is December 3rd at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. Admission is $5, ages 10 and under $2, this concert is serving as a fundraiser for our upcoming Spring Musical! We’ve got a great line up! Come out and support your students as they take to the stage singing the likes of Queen, Joni Mitchell, Backstreet Boys, etc.