SCWS News
A Monthly Newsletter - October 2023
Take Traveling Whitmore on adventures!
SCWS Students download a copy of the Traveling Whitmore and take photos or videos of the Traveling Whitmore in places you visit, around town, or around your home. Tag us in your post today or email them to prscws@scwhitmoreschool.org.
"Happy May! Remember to check your progress in your courses and meet with your counselor if needed in the last month of the traditional school year. Also, make sure you are aware of any testing dates you need to attend. A well deserved break is right around the corner, finish strong!"
Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Dunbar
Did you know that our Executive Director, Mrs. Dunbar, and Principal, Mrs. Adams are certified counselors too?
Ebone' Adams, Ed.S Principal, SCWS
"The last month of the traditional school year is here! This is a busy testing month as well. It is very important for you to make every effort to attend testing on your designated testing day. EOC exam grades count 20% of your final grade. Be sure to check your emails, text and phone messages about testing details if you are taking English 2, US History, Biology or Algebra. Seniors, be sure to complete the Senior Exit Ticket! Graduation is right around the corner! Do your best and finish the year strong!"
Possip
Hi, SC Whitmore School Community!
Thank you for sharing ideas through Possip this week! We’ve heard from 268 of you so far this year. We are seeing that 96% of you are happy or mostly happy with SC WHITMORE SCHOOL this week.
This week we heard members of the community share examples of praise, appreciation, and feedback or questions.
- Praise for the high-quality curriculum
- Appreciation for the work of teachers who have helped students who were struggling
- Questions about re-enrollment
- Suggestion to give more information about extracurricular offerings
We are taking all of your feedback and ideas into consideration for our future planning and follow-up. We hope to hear from you again on our next Possip Pulse Check!
Thanks again for sharing! Want to learn more? Check out this video today!
Health Science Biomedical Science Pathway -
Interested in medicine, patient care, forensics, or working in a science lab? Then the Health Science: Biomedical Science Pathway is for you! Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Cleary if you have any questions about the pathway or the courses at ccleary@scwhitmoreschool.org. You can also learn more today by taking a look at this flyer.
Business Administrative Services Pathway -
Interested in learning essential skills that align with a South Carolina graduate sign up for Business Pathway today! Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Holley if you have any questions about the pathway or the courses at bwilliamson-holley@scwhitmoreschool.org. You can also learn more today by taking a look at this flyer.
Law Enforcement Pathway-
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Unlock the door to a career in law enforcement with our dynamic and engaging pathway! Whether you're interested in criminal justice, forensics, or public safety, we have something for you. Feel free to reach out to Mr. Crump if you have any questions about the pathway or the courses at tcrump@scwhitmoreschool.org. You can also learn more today by taking a look at this flyer.
Questions about testing (SAT, ACT, EOC, WIN, PSAT)? Please contact the SC Whitmore School Testing Coordinator, Katie Coleman.
803-768-8313 or 803-216-5368
Email - kcoleman@scwhitmoreschool.org
ACT -
Attention students! Have you signed up for the ACT yet? The ACT is an important step in the college application process and can open doors to scholarships and financial aid. Plus, it's a chance to challenge yourself and see how much you've learned throughout your high school career. Sign up for the ACT today and take the first step towards your future success! #ACT #collegebound #educationmatters
SAT - Are you a student preparing for college? Don't miss your chance to take the SAT! This exam is a key component of the college application process. Sign up now and start preparing for success!
Learn more about Spartanburg Methodist College
today!
Click here to learn more about Tufts University today!
SC Aerospace Night
Join us on Thursday June 5th for our 5th annual SC Aerospace Night at Fluor Field – hosted in partnership between the Greenville Drive and SC Aerospace, an initiative of SC Competes! Since its inception, SC Aerospace Night has grown to become our community’s premiere community celebration & educational event all centered on the Aerospace Industry.
Every year, Aerospace Night showcases the incredible businesses, leaders, and organizations contributing to the Aerospace Industry in the Upstate. PLUS, the event helps grow & inspire our community’s next generation Aerospace workforce.
To that end, and to ensure event access for all, K-12 students can attend Aerospace Night via fully complimentary tickets!
Aerospace Night this year will be filled with engaging and exciting content and entertainment, including…
1. Hands on, interactive displays on the stadium concourse from leading Aerospace companies including Lockheed Martin, Greenville County Schools CTE Innovation Center, Challenger Aerospace, STEMU LLC, Greenville Technical College, Bob Jones University, and more! Each organization will spotlight different aspects of the Aerospace industry including manufacturing, engineering, design, aerodynamics and the latest technological advances in drones and virtual reality.
2. In fact, on the concourse you can even test your Aerospace skills by designing your own paper airplane to see how far it flies or attempt to fly a drone through a target!
3. Aerospace will also be featured all night long before and during the Drive game including a special pre-game flyover from LifeNet, Prisma Health’s lifesaving helicopter unit, in-game trivia with prize opportunities, a chance to hear and learn from Aerospace industry leaders, and more
Students can claim their free tickets and purchase additional tickets by following the simple directions below:
1. CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase your tickets
2. Choose as many tickets as you’d like to claim/purchase. During check-out, enter the promo code "aerospace" in the promo code box to claim your complimentary ticket. Make sure to click apply!
Aerospace Night begins when ballpark gates open at 5:45pm. First pitch of the Drive game is scheduled for 6:45pm.
We can’t wait to see you at Fluor Field on June 5th!
Montclair State
The deadline to apply for the Early Bird Junior Admission Program is June 15th!
Designed to give high school juniors the opportunity to get a jump start on their college search and apply for admission (for free) before their senior year even begins, the Early Bird Program is non-binding.
How does it work? Interested juniors may apply starting today, April 15, 2025 until June 15, 2025, for admission to Montclair’s Fall 2026 class. We require a copy of their high school transcript that includes junior year grades through the second marking period to be received by June 20th. Please contact us if that poses any challenge for your school district and we will work with you to find a resolution. Students who are admitted are guaranteed admission to the university for Fall 2026. Decisions will be released by July 15, 2025.
What about scholarships? Students who are eligible for a merit scholarship will be informed of their award as part of the Early Bird process.
Exciting Scholarship Opportunity for STEM Students!
The TIPS Scholars Program (Transdisciplinary Approach to Identity, Persistence, and Success in STEM) is now accepting applications for the upcoming academic year.
The TIPS Scholars Program is designed to support high-achieving, low-income students with demonstrated financial need, providing scholarships of up to $15,000 per year (up to $60,000 over four years). This program offers not only financial support but also valuable academic and career development resources.
For other eligibility criteria and addition program benefits, please visit
https://www.winthrop.edu/cas/chemistry/tips-scholars-program.aspx
To apply, please visit
https://winthrop.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e4e9o7y3Qcmv8km
Duke OpTech Program
Duke Ophthalmic Technician information
Please see attached for the slide or visit our website for more information. If you have questions, you can email optech@duke.edu.
Support teen artists and writers!
Enter the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
View Award-Winning Teen Work
Enter now! Some deadlines are as early as December 1.
Recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships for students in Grades 7-12, ages 13 and up.
Application Requirement Updates at Queens
Hello,
In the wake of recent natural disasters that have had catastrophic effects across our region, we understand how challenging this time may be, and want to make the college application process as easy as possible for students.
At Queens, we’ve adjusted our application requirements in the following ways:
- We’re now accepting unofficial and self-reported grades (pictures or screenshots transcripts are acceptable).
- The essay is now an optional part of our application process.
We hope these changes help to make the application process more accessible. As always, our admissions team is here if you have any questions or need support.
Jasmyn Lindsay
Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Queens University of Charlotte
New three-year bachelor’s programs at Johnson & Wales University!
Our new fully accredited three-year bachelor’s degree programs in Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, and Hospitality Management are designed for career-focused students and families. Launching in Fall 2025 at our Providence Campus, these in-person programs offer students a faster track to graduation, the savings that come from one year's less tuition, and a faster entry into their career.
Key Features of JWU’s Three-Year Programs
- Comprehensive Education: 90 credits covering essential knowledge for the major, and the same access to faculty experts and industry connections that JWU is known for.
- Reduced Financial Burden: Graduate with 25% less to cover, allowing more freedom to pursue your passions after graduation.
- Accreditation and Support: Our programs are accredited by NECHE and backed by industry partners. JWU is the first higher education institution in the nation to offer this type of three-year, in-person bachelor’s degree option.
- Real-World Experience: The Work-Integrated Learning requirement allows students to gain practical experience through part-time roles, internships, and more.
Explore this exciting opportunity to earn degrees quickly and launch your career! Students can apply now for either three-year or four-year options for these bachelor's degree programs.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like more information. Thank you for your continued support in helping students navigate their educational options!
Meredith Twombly
Vice President of Undergraduate Enrollment Management
Johnson & Wales University
Full-tuition opportunity for aspiring chefs
We are excited to launch the 2025 Future Food Scholarship, with two categories: sweet and savory.
The top two scholarship winners will receive full tuition for four years and also earn a RATIONAL i-Combi Pro oven for their high school. Students placing 2nd-4th in both categories will receive $5,000 scholarships, renewable for four years.
Trident Tech S.C. Life Scholarship awards up to $5,000
The S.C. LIFE Scholarship covers up to $5,000 per year (Fall and Spring Semesters) in tuition costs for eligible students.
Current LIFE Scholarship eligibility criteria:
• Be a S.C. resident
• Graduate from a S.C. high school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on the S.C. Uniform Grading Policy
• Submit final official S.C. high school transcripts – GPA calculated on or before June 15
Here’s what to do if you are S.C. LIFE-eligible.
- Apply to TTC online at www.tridenttech.edu/start/apply.
- A few business days after you apply to TTC, we will send you an acknowledgment letter with information about how to access your new my.tridenttech.edu (student portal) account. From that time, almost all our communications with you will be through my.tridenttech.edu. Check your email often!
- Submit final official high school transcripts to TTC’s Admissions office.
- Final GPA must be a minimum of 3.0 on the S.C. Uniform Grading Scale, calculated on or before June 15.
- Official transcript must include ALL final grades. Courses cannot include work in progress.
- Submit the LIFE Scholarship Affidavit to TTC’s Financial Aid office. Get the affidavit:
- At any TTC campus.
- Online at bit.ly/SCLIFEaffidavit.
- Enroll in at least 12 college-level credit hours of non-remedial/bridge coursework.
Engineers For Change
Interested in a career as a engineer? Click here to learn more about a career as a engineer today!
Presbyterian College
Looking to learn more about Presbyterian College check out this information today to learn more!
LAUNCH Consortium Student Events
Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis are proud to present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). We invite you to join LAUNCH partners in a city near you to meet admission officers from all five institutions and learn more about what unites us. Learn more about this opportunity here.
Real Talk
Real Talk, a virtual event series for Black students and their parents, is back! These events are the perfect opportunity for students to interact directly with admissions reps and current college students!
Ashley Cannon, Social Studies Teacher
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy playing golf with friends and my sons. We also enjoy watching sports on tv, especially our
Gamecocks and the LIV golf league.
Tell a little bit about your background.
I grew up on a farm, with my parents and 4 siblings, in the small town of Turbeville, S.C. We worked hard, but had a lot of fun too. I moved to Columbia to attend the University of South Carolina, where I received my B.A. in political science in 2000 and Masters in Teaching in 2001. I took a job at White Knoll Middle School after graduation where I taught 8th grade history for 16 years. I met my wife while teaching at WKMS, where we worked on the same team. She was the ELA teacher and I was the social studies teacher. We have been married for 17 years and have three sons. JacksonLee is 15, Hudson is 12, and Graham is 9.
What do you do at SCWS and what do you enjoy most about your role?
I teach various social studies courses, including U.S. History and American Government. I really enjoy helping students meet their goals and learn about the history of our country. My favorite part of teaching at our school is helping students who are struggling, and behind in credits, turn things around and graduate on time.
What do you want the students to know about you?
I want students to know that I care about them and will do whatever I can to help them learn and succeed in my courses.
Paula Hurley, Graduation Coach
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Hiking and reading
Tell a little bit about your background.
I grew up in Boston, MA, and moved to South Carolina seven years ago. I love living in South Carolina. I always wanted to help students reach their goals. I had a wonderful role model who was my school counselor.
What do you do at SCWS and what do you enjoy most about your role?
Supporting my students and witnessing them reach their academic goals.
What do you want the students to know about you?
I enjoy my role at SC Whitmore School. I look forward to meeting my students and problem-solving with them.
ArtMore
Named by an SCWS student, ArtMore is a digital literary and art magazine where students can showcase their work with their peers. The magazine features items such as original poetry, short stories, photography, multi-media art and more.
Check out the ArtMore Spring 2024 Issue today!
SCWS Students! Plan to attend school events each month this year! Did you know attending a virtual event with SCWS could result in finding a gift card in your mailbox?! SCWS Students must attend the entire session.
We will be giving out one gift card each month to a different student for attend school events!
Class Photos 2025
Hey SCWS! 📸✨ It's time to capture the memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on your senior or class photos! Sign up today and make sure you're part of the legacy. Let's make this year unforgettable! 🎓💫 Sign up here: https://book.usesession.com/s/31b-gQliL
Lit Lunch! May 1st and May 15th - 1 PM - 2 PM
Join us to take a break from schoolwork, meet new friends, and share any creative projects you're working on. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/May25RSVPSCWS and join us here: bit.ly/LitLunch1920
Oh the places you will go, Class of 2025! May 8th - 10 AM
Class of 2025, we want to highlight all of your success at SCWS and your future plans! We will be hosting a live stream event on May 8 at 10 AM called, "Oh the places we will go!" Our version of a signing day; college, career, and military! We would love for you to be apart of this live stream event. Click here to sign up! https://bit.ly/May25RSVPSCWS
Attention, students! We are proud to announce the launch of the brand new SCWS library! This library is completely free and completely virtual and offers hundreds of e-books, audiobooks, graphic novels, and texts in Spanish.
See this flyer for information on how to download the Sora app and access the SCWS library titles.
Find out how you can get notifications when your on-hold book becomes available in the SCWS library via the Sora app! Click here to learn more!
