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SILVER FOX NEWS

November 7, 2025

SILVER FOXNEWSNovember 7, 2025
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Congratulations! Congratulations!

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Congratulations to Mrs. Ashley Klopfer on being named the

Ten Oaks Middle School Teacher of the Year!


Mrs. Klopfer serves as one of our outstanding ESOL teachers and is deeply dedicated to the success and well-being of every student she supports. She works tirelessly to ensure her students have the confidence, tools, and encouragement they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Mrs. Klopfer leads our Student Council, creating fun and meaningful opportunities for students to connect, lead, and grow together.


Mrs. Klopfer is known for her kindness, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to the Ten Oaks community. She goes above and beyond to support her colleagues, students, and families, always leading with empathy and enthusiasm. We couldn’t think of a more deserving educator to represent our amazing school this year!

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Congratulations to our TOMS Staff Member of the Week Mrs. Laura Poulos! She was nominated by Mrs. Scully.

Mrs. Poulos is a 6th grade ELA teacher at TOMS and this is her 9th year with us!

My favorite memory of middle school -- One of my favorite middle school memories was when my dad helped me create a science project about solar and lunar eclipses. It stands out to me because I learned so much and loved that it was something we made together. Every time I think about it, I remember feeling proud of what we created and grateful for the time I got to spend learning with my dad.

My advice to my Middle School self would be... Don't worry so much about fitting in — the people who matter will find you when you’re being yourself.

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Congratulations to our Quarter 1 Caught Being Good winners!



We’re proud to recognize three outstanding students who went above and beyond this quarter:

6th Grade: Henry

7th Grade: Madison

8th Grade: Christopher


These students were Caught Being Good through their kindness, responsibility, and positive impact on our school community. Keep up the great work!

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TOMS Jr. Beta November Service Project

This month, our Jr. Beta Club is focusing on supporting our military members deployed overseas. We’re partnering with Blue Ribbon Mothers to collect playing cards, gum, mints, and toothbrushes to include in care packages.

Collection Dates: November 1–7

Drop-off Location: Boxes will be available on our stage

Please consider donating to this worthy cause and helping us show appreciation to those who serve our country!

#TOMS #JrBeta #CommunityService #SupportOurTroops

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Ten Oaks Middle School Community — We Need Your Help!


As many of you know, Mrs. Danielle Hamilton is from Jamaica, and most of her family still lives there. Many have asked how to support the ongoing relief efforts, and to say “help is needed” is truly an understatement.


While Mrs. Hamilton’s family is safe, many of their loved ones and community members remain without power, water, and food. The initial wave of assistance will focus on providing essential necessities to those most affected. Every contribution makes a difference.


Donations will directly support families in Jamaica and their extended communities with:

Food and water

Stabilized shelter (zinc, wood, nails, window replacements, etc.)


Thank you, Silver Fox Family, for always showing kindness, compassion, and love that extend far beyond our school walls.


#SilverFoxPride #TenOaksMiddle #JamaicaRelief #KindnessInAction

Conversations with Cliff Conversations with Cliff

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Superintendent Jones would like to continue his community engagement events across our school district for the 2025-2206 school year. These events will cover all nine attendance areas and include morning sessions and evening sessions.

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November is a Season to Express Gratitude!

TOMS Students, get ready for our next reading challenge! From November 1st to November 30th, 2025, you can participate by logging 500 pages and submitting 5 book reviews.

Students who complete the challenge will earn 1 Silver Dollar and 1 Booth Pass !

Remember — you must include all 5 reviews to receive your rewards. Let’s make this a month full of gratitude and great reading!

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Looking for unique summer opportunities for your artistically talented child? The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, in Greenville, is now accepting applications for overnight, summer programs in Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Film, Music and Visual Arts. These arts-immersive experiences, led by practicing artists, are challenging, rewarding and transformative.


The Priority Deadline to apply is January 14, 2026. Learn more and apply online at SCGSAH.org/summer-programs.

Next week is College & Career Readiness Week!

Our incredible School Counseling Department and SCA have a fun lineup of activities to help our young Silver Foxes explore their goals and dream big about the future!

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Important Dates Important Dates

November

10 ~ TOM’S Morning Devotional Group 7:30 - 7:55 AM

10 ~ Math Counts Club 3:45 -4:45 PM

10 ~ Boys on the Run 3:45 - 4:45 PM

11 ~ Foxes on the Run 3:45 -4:45 PM

11 ~ Veteran's Day

12 ~ Chess Club 3:45 -4:45

12 ~ Boys on the Run 3:45 - 4:45 PM

12 ~ Science Club 3:45 -4:45 PM

13 ~ FCA 7:45 - 8:20

13 ~ ESports 3:45 -4:45

13 ~ Foxes on the Run 3:45 -4:45 PM

13 ~ Technology Club 3:45 -4:30 PM

14 ~ Guitar Club 7:45 - 8:20 AM

17 ~ TOM’S Morning Devotional Group 7:30 - 7:55 AM

17 ~ Math Counts Club 3:45 -4:45 PM

17 ~ Boys on the Run 3:45 - 4:45 PM

18 ~ Foxes on the Run 3:45 -4:45 PM

19 ~ Chess Club 3:45 -4:45

19 ~ Boys on the Run 3:45 - 4:45 PM

20 ~ FCA 7:45 - 8:20

20 ~ ESports 3:45 -4:45

20 ~ Foxes on the Run 3:45 -4:45 PM

20 ~ Technology Club 3:45 -4:30 PM

21 ~ Guitar Club 7:45 - 8:20 AM

21 ~ End date for 2nd quarter interim reports

24-28 ~ Fall Break

Attendance Attendance

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As a reminder, the Horry County Attendance policy changed for the 2025/2026 School year.


We wanted to highlight and bring to your attention a few of the changes that will affect your student's attendance if not followed!


• Parents must submit a note within 3 days of the student’s return to school from an absence. Notes may be submitted prior to the student’s absence.

• Parents may submit notes for up to 6 school days, and the days will count as parent-excused.

• Elementary/Middle Schools – 6 days total

• Parent notes will not be accepted during designated state testing dates.


To view the entire HCS Attendance policy, click on the link here. https://www.horrycountyschools.net/.../attendance-policy...


For questions, please reach out to Mrs. Stephanie Graham at SGraham005@horrycountyschools.net.

Backpacks Backpacks

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For more information, click on the link below.

The News Room at HCS/Clear Backpacks (Horrycountyschools.net)

BUS BUS

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Dear TOMS Parents/Guardians,

In an effort to minimize classroom disruptions and maintain a focused learning environment, we are implementing a few new procedures effective immediately:


Lunch Drop-Offs

If a student’s lunch is dropped off at the front office, it will be placed on a designated cart near the security desk.

Students will not be called out of class to pick up their lunch.

Please remind your child to check the cart if they realize they do not have their lunch.


Other Item Drop-Offs

If other items (e.g., forgotten computers, books, clothing, etc.) are delivered for a student, an email will be sent to the teacher of the class the student is currently attending.

Teachers will check their email regularly throughout the day so students can receive their items in a timely manner.


Changes in Dismissal

Any changes to your child’s transportation home should be communicated prior to your student arriving at school.

Dismissal changes cannot be made over the phone after 2:00 PM to allow sufficient time to notify both the teacher and student.


Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.


TOMS Administration

Cafeteria Information Cafeteria Information

HCS Offers Students Free Breakfast & Lunch in 2025-26

All students in Horry County Schools will receive free breakfast and lunch during the 2025-2026 school year as part of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program.

Students will still have the option to purchase additional meals, food & snack items, and beverages at à la carte prices. À la carte items can be paid for in cash or by prepayment on the student’s cafeteria account.

Click here for more information.

Calendar Calendar

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The 2025-2026 Student Calendar is available now!

Visit www.horrycountyschools.net/calendars to view or download the PDF.

Cell Phone Policy Cell Phone Policy

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Click the following link to learn more about the

HCS student cell phone policy.


Student Cell Phone Policy - Horry County Schools

Check Return Policy Check Return Policy

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Counseling Departments at TOMS Counseling Departments at TOMS

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Check our link below to hear from our TOMS Counselors for important information

throughout the year! See what is happening here.

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Clubs at TOMS Clubs at TOMS

Ten Oaks Middle offers a variety of Clubs and Discovery classes! Our students enjoy everything from Chorus, Band and Orchestra to Drama, Science Club and Mock Trial, just to name a few!

Many Clubs will begin this month and we will share information in Advisory classrooms, Facebook and here in the newsletter. We encourage all students to get involved! Check back with us here for important upcoming dates and information.

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Thank you for all of your help gathering supplies for our drive Jr. Beta Club this week!

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Chess Club will be held every Wednesday from 3:45 - 4:45 PM. Registration forms must be submitted to Mr. Campman in order to participate. Chess Club Registration

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TOM’S Morning Devotional Group — a student-led club designed to start the week with purpose and positivity! It is a time for students to come together, read and discuss Bible verses, and explore how faith connects to everyday life. The focus is on reflection, responsibility, and leadership — all led by students, for students.

Every Monday Morning | 7:30–7:55 AM Room 151

Open to all students - must have a signed permission slip

Arrive by 7:25 AM for bag checks with Officer Davis

Permission slips are available in the front office. Return them to Mrs. Miksa (Room 151).

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TOMS Disc Golf club is in full swing!

Next meetings is November 20th!

Registration forms are available from Mr. Saar in room #220. All students interested in participation mut have a parent/guardian complete the form and return to Mr. Saar.

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🎮 TOMS Esports Team🎮

Meets every Thursday afternoon in the Orange Collaboration Space from 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM

Are you ready to game competitively? Come check out TOMS Esports Team!

Questions? See Mr. DeBell in 251

Let’s level up together! 💥

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes is open to all students!

FCA Meets each Thursday morning in the Gym from 7:45 - 8:20 AM.

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The TOMS Kindness Club was created for our students, and will meet once a month during our morning Advisory time. The goal is to provide an opportunity for students to promote kindness in their school and communities while also increasing their leadership abilities. It also fosters an attitude of teamwork and problem-solving by working together in a respectful manner. The students will participate in several different activities during the school year that will work to foster leadership skills while promoting kindness.

Students can pick up an application/permission form in the Library at the Circulation Desk and have the parent/guardian fill it out. We look forward to seeing you on December 4th at the next Kindness Club!

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All students interested in problem-solving, math challenges, and competitions are welcome to join.

Math Counts Club will meet every Monday afternoon from 3:45-4:45 PM.

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🏃‍♂️ TOMS Boys Running Club has started!🏃‍♂️

The Boys' Running Club will hold regular practice days on Mondays & Wednesdays 3:45 - 4:45 PM.

This club is a great opportunity for boys to stay active, build endurance, and have fun in a supportive team environment. All experience levels are welcome!

If you're interested or have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Brown or Mr. Butterfield!

#BoysRunningClub #HealthyHabits #Teamwork

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The TOMS Fall Girls Running Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday afterschool from 3:45 - 4:45 PM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to try something new, come join the fun and get moving this fall! See Mrs. LaValle in Room 222 for more information.

Let’s hit the ground running!

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Student Council members will meet on November 14th from 8:25 - 8:40 AM

in the upstairs Green Collaboration Space starting at 8:25am

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TOMS Science Club is open to all students!

Get ready for experiments, discoveries, and hands-on fun.

Science Club next meeting will be November 12th!

Don’t miss out on an exciting year of science exploration!

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Tom’s Technology Club is BACK! If you love gadgets, coding, or just want to explore how tech works, this is the place for you. Are you ready to get techy with us?

First meeting is November 13th 3:45 -4:30 PM! See Mr. Robinette with any questions!

Delivery Information Delivery Information

Attention TOMS Parents and Students,


For security purposes, we do not accept ANY deliveries for students. This includes, but is not limited to, floral deliveries, gifts or outside restaurant food items etc. We are not responsible for your student’s personal property. Please have your student be mindful of having everything they may need for the school day and after school activities prior to leaving home for school.


If the items are an absolute necessity, you can come to the school and drop off in the front office. We WILL NOT interrupt instructional time for students to leave class to retrieve items from a family member.


Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

MyPaymentsPlus MyPaymentsPlus

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Visit www.mypaymentsplus.com for more information.

Power School Power School

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Parents and guardians, if you need to change your information, phone number, email, emergency contact, address, etc., you can log in to your PowerSchool parent account, click year-round updates on the left-hand side of the page and change your information. Please note you will need to use the regular desktop version of PowerSchool as this feature is not available on the mobile app.


  • Log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal account here https://myps.horrycountyschools.net/public/home.html
  • Have questions? Please contact our Registrar, Stephanie Graham at sgraham005@horrycountyschools.net

Schedule Schedule

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Student Handbook and Resource Guide Student Handbook and Resource Guide

All students reviewed a copy of the TOMS Student Handbook and Resource Guide during the first week of school. Please make sure you have read through all documents and discuss with your child. TOMS Student Handbook Link


Our school motto is Success Nothing Less! We strive to succeed in everything we do and partnering with students and families helps all of us achieve this goal!

Let's Talk Technology! Let's Talk Technology!

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Have questions about the Personalized Digital Learning Devices at Ten Oaks? Check out this information below on the Dell Latitudes our students use at Ten Oaks Middle. Distribution will begin after the first week of school.


All the following must occur for your student to receive a device:

All Technology fines must be paid in full; the $25 technology fee must be paid and we must have a parent/student permission form signed. Below is a detailed explanation of the difference between Tech fines and Tech fees. Only Tech FINES are currently available to be paid at My Payments Plus. 2025/2026 Tech Fees payments will need to be made in person at Ten Oaks Middle.


Technology Fines: Technology fines are charges that may have been added to your child’s account for any of the following incidents: Lost device, lost charger and or damage to the device.


Technology Fee: There is a $25 dollar technology fee that each student pays at the time of registration. It is beneficial for each student to pay this fee.


Students who pay the Technology Fee receive the following benefits:

● first accidental damage repair will be $25; the second accidental damage repair will be $75 and full cost of repair/replacement for all subsequent accidental damage repairs during the academic year

● device replacement due to theft (requires formal police report) will cost an additional $25

● pay full repair for all damage caused by neglect or abuse.

● pay full replacement cost for loss of device.

● students in grades 6-12 are allowed to take devices home.


Students who do not pay the Technology Fee:

● pay full repair cost for all damage.

● pay full replacement cost for lost due to theft.

● pay full replacement cost for loss of device.

● students in grades K-12 are not allowed to take devices home.


If you have questions, please email Mr. Wilson at RWilson@horrycountyschools.net.

Sports at Ten Oaks Middle and CFHS Sports at Ten Oaks Middle and CFHS

All Athletic information for sports not managed by Ten Oaks Middle

can be found at www.cfpanthers.com.

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Congratulations to the following boys who have made the TOMS Boys Basketball Team and will be representing Ten Oaks Middle School for the 2025-2026 season.

Charlie Ioviero

Mekhi Brownson

Lukas Viazanica

Landon Kaye

Jashawn Fulton

Mark Welthy

Reagan Walters

Andrew Buehler

Liam Lookado

Kyle Wansha

Bryce Suarez

Caysen Robertson

Noah Kress

Kaden Matthews

Nazear Sumpter

Congratulations to the following girls who have made the TOMS Girls Basketball Team and will be representing Ten Oaks Middle School for the 2025-2026 season.

Natalie Johnson

McKinley Green

Marley Nada

Arianna Hernandez

Addison Zembrzuski

Leah Hewitt

Taylor Humes

Eliana Zahn

Jillian Corriveau

Lilly Chastain

Daelyn Mason

Khloe Llaka

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Spirit Rock Spirit Rock

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TOMS PTO is excited to announce that the TOMS Spirit Rock is now available for rent! Please see the link below for the rules and procedures. Thank you supporting TOMS PTO!

Sign up HERE!

TOMS PTO TOMS PTO

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Check out the latest news from TOMS PTO on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TOMSPTO/


TOMS PTO is recruiting for 2025/2026! There are many events where your help is needed. Volunteering at your child's school can have a positive impact on the academic success of our children and show support for our hardworking teachers and staff. Please make sure you are cleared to be an Horry County School District Volunteer. Need to fill out the application? Go ahead and click here to complete the application.

TOMS VIRTUAL NEWS / YouTube TOMS VIRTUAL NEWS / YouTube

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The latest edition of the TOMS Talk News has posted and boy is it a supersized one!

We've got bowl game highlights, not one, but TWO dance events, even more club news, our Staff Member of the Week, and all the rest you've come to expect! Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/M964FFPl9jU

Please take time to watch, like and subscribe to see all of our student's work this year!

Volunteer in HCS Volunteer in HCS

Click on the photo below to learn more about becoming a HCS Volunteer!

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Yearbooks Yearbooks

Click below to pre-order your TOMS 2025-2026 Yearbook from Jostens!

The cost is $50.00.

You can order by clicking here!

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About Ten Oaks Middle School About Ten Oaks Middle School

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Website: https://www.horrycountyschools.net/Ten_Oaks

Location: 150 Revolutionary War Way, Myrtle Beach SC 29579
Main Phone: 843-488-8896 Fax: 843-236-0014

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tenoaksmiddleschool/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/tenoaksmiddleschool

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