Fins Up Newsletter
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology - 4.11.25
April 11, 2025
Happy Friday, Shark Families!
It was a great week at MAST this week! Students are accomplishing so much, and our teachers were able to present in Nashville at Magnet Schools of America's National Conference and talk about everything they have done this year! It is so inspiring to watch how we are creating leaders in our building with our students and teachers. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend, and we hope to see you tonight at 6 p.m. for our Spring Musical at EHS!
Committed to Success,
Heather Touchberry
Cook Off!
Primary Montessori
Pup Tales
MAST Happenings
Greenville Drive Game - Reading All Stars Challenge
Certificates and ticket vouchers for the Greenville Drive Reading All-Stars are being sent home this week! I recommend ordering your free tickets early! If you know that your family will not be able to attend the game, please return your voucher to Mrs. Mayo. We had a few students who turned their reading logs in late who will not receive a voucher unless someone else turns one in. There are no replacement vouchers if yours gets lost.
Community Happenings
Summer Camp Opportunities
SDPC Camp TalentEd 2025 Applications Are Open!
Calling all young artists! SDPC Camp TalentEd is your chance to dive into visual and performing arts with professional instructors and performances in a fun, creative environment. Each week, explore a new artistic focus and grow your talents.
- Free for current SDPC students (includes meals and transportation)
- Application and teacher recommendation required
- Limited spots available! Apply by April 4, 2024
- Acceptance notifications by April 19, 2025
Camp TalentEd 2025 Student Registration Form
Camp TalentEd 2025 Teacher Recommendation Form
For more information or questions, please contact.
STEM Corner
MAST Fundraisers
SHARK Spirit Rock
The Spirit Rock is available for families to rent, offering a special way to celebrate your student! Check out the guidelines and sign-up link below. All proceeds will go toward funding our field trips this year!
Please be sure to pay AND sign up on SignUp Genius.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vBLqddeF8_VIOX9hdDiv9yMhXzOjgDY4qjpdcpUdO84/edit?usp=sharing
Box Tops
Join McKissick in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love!
Use this referral code HZ5F0LUF when you sign up and you’ll get 25 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt now through 05/31/2024, while supplies last! Download the Box Tops for Education app here: https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=HZ5F0LUF
Important Upcoming Dates
April
16 Coffee with the Principal @ 8am
18 No School
22-May 6 PTO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
22 Shark of the Month
23 iReady K-2 grades
24 iReady K-2
25 All Pro Dads
28 Testing Pep Rally 1:30 (3rd-5th grade)
29 SC Ready-3rd grade Reading A
30 SC Ready-3rd grade Reading B
4th, and 5th grade Reading A
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
Email: heathertouchberry@pickens.k12.sc.us
Website: https://mast.pickens.k12.sc.us/
Location: 156 McKissick Road, Easley, SC, USA
Phone: 864.397.2200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MASTFINSUP
Twitter: @mastfinsup