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McKissick Academy of Science and Technology - 3.7.25

Fins UpNewsletterMcKissick Academy of Science and Technology - 3.7.25

March 7, 2025

Happy Friday! We worked hard this week! MAST Sharks were featured in our SDPC Art Show, and we are so proud of them! Fifth Grade visited the Career and Technology Center to learn about various options for middle school students. 2nd grade was working hard on real-world problems this week, too!

Next week, we have a four-day week, with Friday being a Teacher Workday! So, we have four days of solid instruction before Spring Break! Let's try to have all of our Sharks here each day! Have a wonderful weekend!

Committed to Success,

Heather Touchberry

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5th Grade CTC Visit

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Easley Art Show

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2nd Grade Real World Word Problems

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Lost and Found

We have over 200 jackets in lost and found! Please have your children look for lost items.

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MAST Book Fair

Our Literati Book Fair will be March 24-28 (immediately following Spring Break). Flyers will be going home today and next week previewing many of the books that will be available at the fair. If you prefer not to send cash, you can set up an online gift card for your student that you, grandparents, and friends can add money for your students to spend on their favorite titles! Click the picture below to view the online store or send in money on your student's Media Center/Coding Corner day.

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Extended One More Week! Extended One More Week!

We have extended the deadline for Online Store orders. You can place orders for MAST apparel and stickers through Friday, March 14th. Orders will be processed and sent home by Monday, March 31st. Don't miss this chance to get some awesome school apparel to wear for our Friday Spirit Days!

https://rocksgraphics.tuosystems.com/stores/mckissickspring2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawIpi4dleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbbcLkTjPl1JQ5KHAGIGxnk8_BhPbYTvbLdyR5G4HQ-fQ_tfbl-DLJP11A_aem_GIJedcuHcCBRD4ILtPW-gQ

2025-2026 Magnet Applications are NOW open! 2025-2026 Magnet Applications are NOW open!

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We are so excited to open our 2025-2026 Magnet Applications K5-5th grade! See our video below highlighting what makes our school different with a STEM Magnet focus! Here is the link for applications: https://bit.ly/MASTchoice

Click the photo below to see the video! Click the photo below to see the video!

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MAST Happenings MAST Happenings

Community Happenings Community Happenings

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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.

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Calling all 3-5 graders - SPDC is hosting a Culinary Competition!

Two lucky winners from each school will be chosen as finalist to compete in our contest on April 8, 2025, at the Pickens County Career and Technology Center at 990 Chastain Road, Liberty, SC. As an added bonus, the winner's salad will be featured on next year's school menu. Pick up your entry form today! They are available in the cafeteria and on the district's website at www.sdpcnutrition.com. Turn the form in to the cafeteria by March 10, 2025.

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πŸ“Œ 4K Registration

A child who is four years old on or before September 1, 2025, may apply for 4K; however, students must qualify for the program. Each student will be screened, and only qualified students will be accepted.

πŸ”— Learn more & apply: www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/pre-k-information-page
πŸ“© Questions? Email us at prekreg@pickens.k12.sc.us

πŸ“Œ 5K Registration

A child who is five years old on or before September 1, 2025, is eligible to enroll in 5K (kindergarten) at SDPC.

πŸ”— Learn more & register: www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/registration

πŸ—ΊοΈ Find Your Zoned School

Before registering, we encourage families to use our School Locator tool to determine their zoned school:

πŸ”— www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/school-locator

For specific questions about 5K Registration, please call your child’s future school. Contact information for all schools can be found in our School Directory.

New for 2025-26! We're excited to enhance our preschool programs across the district. Read about these important updates here: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/article/1937097

Stay Connected with SDPC!

We encourage you to stay informed by visiting our website and following us on social media for district updates and school news:
🌐 District Website: www.pickens.k12.sc.us
πŸ“˜ Facebook: @SchoolDistrictofPickensCounty
πŸ“· Instagram: @pickensschools

Thank you for choosing the School District of Pickens County! We look forward to welcoming your child and working together to provide an engaging, high-quality education that prepares students to RISE to their full potential.

Share this with a friend or family member who needs this info! πŸŽ’πŸ“š

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STEM Corner

Click here for fun STEM activities for March Madness and St. Patrick's Day!

MAST Fundraisers MAST Fundraisers

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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

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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

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Lunch Menu

March Menu
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Important Upcoming Dates

March

10 3rd Grade Field Trip to Georgia Aquarium

13 Pup Tales @ 10am

14-21 Spring Break

24–28 Book Fair

27 Shark of the Month

27 MAST Ambassadors Meeting @ 3pm

27 6:00-7:30 Family Night #4-Title I STEM Festival

28 All Pro Dad and Real Men Read




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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

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