Sneed Spotlight

Catalog Updates:

Be sure to check out the updated Art Club, Beta Club, and Drama Club information in our club catalog! These updates are a great way to explore opportunities, discover new interests, and get involved at Sneed Middle School. Students are encouraged to browse the catalog and find a club that sparks their interest!

At Sneed Middle School, we believe every Squire has talents, interests, and passions waiting to be discovered. Our 2026–2027 Sneed MS Club Catalog gives students exciting opportunities to step outside the classroom, try something new, and discover what makes them shine!

Through our clubs and organizations, Squires can express themselves creatively, learn new skills, build confidence, strengthen social skills, and develop meaningful connections with their peers and teachers. Whether they are exploring a new passion or building on an existing one, every experience is an opportunity to grow from Good to Better to Best!

So, Squires, find something that interests you, take a chance, and get involved. Your journey to Better and Best may begin with simply saying, “I’ll try!”

Good. Better. Best!

Drama Club is open to all 6th-8th grade students interested in or serious about acting and the dramatic arts. We will play some acting games, explore set design and stagecraft, and more! The goal would be to pursue a live performance, such as a school-wide play, musical, or theatrical showcase.

Parents/Guardians: Please pick up your student at the back of the school using carline two.

Athletic Practices:

• Football, 3:30-5:30 pm

Monday, October 26, 2026

McLeod Field Study

• 8:45-2:45 am

After School Events:

• Athletic Practices (FB, Cheer, & Baseball), 4:00-7:00 pm

• Squire Academy, 4:00-5:30 pm

• F1S Girls Flag Football, 6:30 pm - Wilson HS

• F1S HS Marching Band Showcase, 7:30 pm - West Florence HS

Fundraisers:

• Athletics: Rally Towels ($10)

• SGA: Blankets & Throws ($35)

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Scholarly Squires Practice

• Room 412, 7:20-8:20 am

After School Events:

• All-State Band Prep, 3:45-5:00 pm

• Athletic Practices (Cheer, FB, GBB, & VB), 4:00-7:00 pm

• Squire Academy, 4:00-5:30 pm

Fundraisers:

• Athletics: Rally Towels ($10)

• SGA: Blankets & Throws ($35)

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Red Ribbon Day - Wear Green and Gold

The Squires Future Is Bright, No Drugs In Sight!

After School Events:

• Pep Band, 3:45-4:45 pm

• Athletic Practices (Baseball), 4:00-5:45 pm

• Squire Academy, 4:00-5:30 pm

• PEARLS, 4:00-5:30 pm

Athletic Games:

• Round 1 Football Playoffs vs Hartsville, 6:00 pm

Fundraisers:

• Athletics: Rally Towels ($10)

• SGA: Blankets & Throws ($35)

Thursday, October 29, 2026

Scholarly Squires Practice

• Room 412, 7:20-8:20 am

FCA

• 8:00 am, Library

Picture Day

• 8:30-3:30 pm, Gym (w/ Social Studies Classes)

After School Events:

• All-State Band Prep, 3:45-5:00 pm - Band Room

• Athletic Practices (Cheer, FB), 4:00-7:00 pm

• Squire Academy, 4:00-5:30 pm

Fundraisers:

• Athletics: Rally Towels ($10)

• SGA: Blankets & Throws ($35)

Friday, October 30, 2026

Inclusive Trick-Or-Treat

• 9:00-10:30 am

After School Events:

• Pep Band, 3:45-5:00 pm - Band Room

• Athletic Practices (Cheer), 4:00-6:00 pm

• Squire Players (Drama Club), 4:00-5:30 pm

Fundraisers:

• Athletics: Rally Towels ($10)

• SGA: Blankets & Throws ($35)

Saturday, October 31, 2026

No Scheduled Events

Florence 1 Schools is proud to partner with Chartwells K-12 to provide new and innovative meal options to our students and staff.

To reach the culinary team, please call 843-758-6028.

Our office, located in the McClenaghan District Office Annex Building, 500 S. Dargan Street, is open from 8:00 AM till 4:30 PM Monday through Thursday, and on Friday from 8:00 AM till 4:00 PM to serve you throughout the school year.

Breakfast and lunch will continue to be free for all Sneed Middle School students!

Check out our October video to learn more about kale and find inspiration for two different kale-powered recipes to try with your family! The Kale Power Salad will be featured on our cafeteria lines on October 8th for the Harvest of the Month day.

Find this recipe and all Harvest of the Month recipes at farm.f1s.org/hotm

1. Chop kale.
2. In a medium-size bowl, combine apples with lemon juice.
3. In a separate bowl, prepare dressing by whisking together apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly add oil and whisk until the dressing thickens.
4. Place kale leaves in a large bowl. Add dressing. Use your hands to massage the leaves until they become soft and wilted.
5. Add apples, dried cranberries, & Parmesan cheese to kale mixture.
6. Refrigerate for an hour and serve.

Parents and Guardians,

If you stop by a fast food restaurant in the morning to buy breakfast for your Squire, please remind him or her to properly dispose of the cup, bag, and wrapper in one of the outside trash receptacles if they have finished eating. Please help us keep our campus clean.

- Campus Beautification Committee

Welcome, Squire Nation! Inside the Fortress is your source for Sneed Athletics news, highlights, upcoming events, and student-athlete celebrations. Stay connected, show your Squire pride, and see what’s happening Inside the Fortress!

Attention all Florence 1 families, supporters, and fans! Score your tickets early! Purchase discounted tickets through Hometown Ticketing on our school's athletic webpage: sneed.f1s.org/athletics

PAY ONLINE: $5.00

Plus a $1.00 online fee

PAY AT THE GATE: $10.00

September 9 vs Darlington - Result: W 30-28

September 16 @ Hartsville - Result: W 24-22

September 23 @ Williams - Result: L 6-16

September 30 vs Southside **Homecoming** - Result: L 16-26

October 7 vs Moore **8th Grade Night** - Result: L 0-22

October 21 - Round 1 Playoffs vs Darlington - Result: L 12-14

October 28 - Round 2 Playoffs vs Hartsville

November 4 - Championship Game

All games begin at 6:00 pm. F1S Clear Bag Policy and Metal Detection required for all home events.

Phil Jones - Head Coach

Joshua Cousar, Jason Duffie, Jason McElveen, Kenyun Myers, Dock Smith - Assistant Coaches

Dr. Jeffery Gaines - Principal

Tierra Moore - Athletic Director

September 2 vs Dillon-Williams, Tri-Match (5:30 pm) - Result: L

September 9 @ Hartsville - Result: L

September 14 @ Darlington - Result: W

September 16 vs Southside - Result: L

September 21 @ Dillon - Result: L

September 23 @ Moore - Result: L

September 28 @ Southside - Result: W

September 29 vs Hartsville - Result: L

October 5 vs Moore - Result: L

October 19 vs Darlington **8th Grade Night** - Result: W

All games begin at 6:00 pm unless denoted otherwise. F1S Clear Bag Policy and Metal Detection required for all home events.

Shakeyla Harley - Head Coach

Dr. Jeffery Gaines - Principal

Tierra Moore - Athletic Director

Our School Counseling Team:

Mrs. April Bookert

6th Grade School Counselor

abookert@fsd1.org

Ms. Kristina Sanders

7th Grade School Counselor

kristina.sanders@fsd1.org

Dr. Jessica McCollum

Lead & 8th Grade School Counselor

Our Student Government Association (SGA) is selling these soft and cozy 50" x 60" Sneed blankets for $35 each. They are perfect for home, school, sporting events, or anywhere you need a little extra warmth.

Fundraiser Ends: October 31. Just click the link below to make your purchase:

https://mydesigns.teamthrows.com/f/sneed-middle-school-sga-/

🎃 Halloween is coming! Looking for a scary story? Stop by the library for chilling reads Mr. McClam has found! Ask him which suspense book he’s reading—you might win a prize! 👻 Students who check out a book can also grab a Halloween bookmark from Mr. McClam!

We are excited that you are visiting the library and checking out books! 📚

Just a quick reminder: books are due 10 school days after you check them out—that’s about two weeks. Be sure to keep an eye on your email for any overdue reminders from Mr. McClam.

July 2026

7/23: Annual Title 1 Meeting & Open House, 5:30-7:00 pm

August 2026

8/28: Q1 Interim Reports Issued

October 2026

10/5: Q1 Report Cards Issued

10/8: Q1 Honor Roll Program, 9:30 am - Gym

10/9: Parent/Teacher Conferences, 8:00-12:00 pm

November 2026

11/11: Q2 Interim Reports Issued

11/11: Veterans Day Program, Time: TBD - Gym

11/19: Title 1 Fall Parenting Event - ELA/SS Night, 5:30-7:00 pm

January 2027

1/6: S1/Q2 Report Cards Issued

1/15: Q2 Honor Roll Program, 9:30 am - Gym

February 2027

2/5: Q3 Interim Reports Issued

2/9: Parent/Teacher Conferences, 2:00-6:00 pm

March 2027

3/11: Title 1 Spring Parenting Event & Planning Meeting - STEAM Night, 5:30-7:00 pm

3/19: Q3 Report Cards Issued

3/24: Q3 Honor Roll Program, 9:30 am - Gym

April 2027

4/26: Q4 Interim Reports Issued

May 2027

5/24: Awards Program

• 9:30 am - 6th & 7th Grades
• 1:30 pm - 8th Grade

June 2027

6/1: Q4 Report Cards Issued

As a parent of a student enrolled in one of Florence One Schools, you have the right to know the professional qualifications about any teacher of their child. Under federal law, parents have the right to know:

• whether a teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction

• whether a teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived

• the baccalaureate degree major of a teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree

Teacher qualifications can be accessed at Educator Qualification Search.

For any questions relating to our Title I plan, please email Dr. Gaines at jgaines@fsd1.org.

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Dr. Jeffery A. Gaines, Principal

jgaines@fsd1.org

Ms. Andrea M. Jolley, Assistant Principal

Caseload: 6th Grade M-Z and 8th Grade

andrea.jolley@fsd1.org

Ms. Janel E. Johnson, Assistant Principal

Caseload: 6th Grade A-L and 7th Grade

janel.johnson@fsd1.org

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00-4:00 pm

Website: sneed.f1s.org

Location: 1102 South Ebenezer Road, Florence, SC, USA
Phone: (843) 673-1199
Facebook: facebook.com/SneedMiddleF1S