🍽️☀️ FREE Summer Meals for ALL Kids & Teens!
Anderson 3 families — you're invited! Bring your children to Flat Rock Elementary this summer for FREE breakfast & lunch as part of our Summer Meals Program.
📍 Flat Rock Elementary
📅 June 2–19 (Mon–Thu)
🍳 Breakfast: 7:30–8:15 AM
🥪 Lunch: 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
✅ Open to ALL children & teens 18 & under — no cost, no registration, and no residency requirements!
✅ Meals must be eaten on site.
The Iva Branch Library of the Anderson County Library System has officially opened its doors in the heart of Downtown Iva, just in time for Summer Reading and Learning! 📚✨
This project began in 2022 when Anderson 3 repurposed the former library building to expand district office space and consolidate district services into one central location. We are thrilled to now see the library thriving in its new home of the renovated former Iva Fire Department building, creating a fresh hub of learning and connection for our community.
Make sure you stop by to check it out to explore, enjoy, and grow through the power of reading! 📖☀️
👋Join Our Team!👋
Due to retirements, we are now accepting applications for an immediate opening for School Custodian at Starr-Iva Middle.🧼🧑🏽🔧
For more details on this position and to apply, visit bit.ly/A3Careers
Note: A 4% pay raise to the currently posted Custodian Salary Schedule is proposed pending Board Approval.
Pause to Remember. 🇺🇸
#MemorialDay #NeverForgotten
Are you ready to build the future?🔨🧰
Crescent High School is now accepting applications for the position of Carpentry & Construction Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year. 🛠️📐
📩 Apply Now! https://bit.ly/A3Careers
🎓 Dr. Jamie Minto 🎓
Please join us in celebrating Dr. Jamie Minto, 6th Grade Teacher at Starr-Iva Middle, who has officially earned her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership from Anderson University! 🎉📚
Her dissertation, “The Impact of Graduate Degrees on Teacher Retention: A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experience of Educators,” highlights her passion for supporting and understanding the journey of educators.
We are so proud of Jamie's dedication to lifelong learning and her continued commitment to making a difference in education.
Congratulations, Dr. Minto! 🥳💛
Let’s hear it for Mrs. Karen Gentry, our 2025-2026 District Office Staff Member of the Year! 🎉
Karen has served Anderson 3 for eight years as a receptionist and administrative assistant. She juggles everything from answering phones and welcoming visitors to supporting various departments.
She does not love the spotlight, but her kind heart, calm presence, and behind-the-scenes dedication shine every single day. Karen is the one who takes care of everyone else, and we’re so grateful for the care, love, and support she pours into our office and our district. 💛
Congratulations, Mrs. Gentry! You are so deserving of this honor! 🤩
🌟 Starr Elementary is looking for a Shining Star to join its 2025-2026 Teaching Team! 🌟
📍 Apply today: https://bit.ly/A3Careers
🎓 Dr. Ariel Davis! 🎓
We are excited to announce that Starr Elementary’s Assistant Principal of Instruction, Ariel Davis, has earned her doctorate from Anderson University! 🎉
Her dissertation, “Understanding the Impact of High-Quality Professional Development on Instructional Practices,” reflects her dedication to enhancing education for all.
Specifically, Dr. Davis explored how reading coaches support teachers to strengthen instructional practices in the classroom.
We are so proud of you, Dr. Davis! 🎉
Join us in celebrating Iva Elementary's 2025–2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year! 🎉🥳
🍎 Mrs. Christi Sherman is Iva’s Teacher of the Year! Now in her 7th year at Iva, Mrs. Sherman lights up every room with her warmth, energy, and compassion. Her deep love for her students and her passion for life are evident in all she does. Fiercely dedicated, endlessly kind, and a true friend to many! 💛📚
📋 Mrs. Tonya Walters is Iva’s Support Staff of the Year! For the past 3 years, Mrs. Walters has served as the bookkeeper with excellence, heart, and grace. Her genuine spirit, attention to detail, and calm ability to juggle it all make her a behind-the-scenes hero. Always ready to lend a hand, Tonya leads with a servant’s heart and supports our team in countless ways every single day. 💼💖
Help us give a big Tiger cheer to these amazing women who make Iva Elementary such a special place!
Join Our Team! 🤩
Starr-Iva Middle is looking for an Intervention Services Facilitator for the 2025-2026 School Year!
➡️ For more information and to apply, visit https://www.bit.ly/A3Careers
🎉Congratulations, Crescent Softball! 🎉
Your 2025 District I-AAA Champs! 🥎💪🏽🏆
Join us in celebrating Starr-Iva Middle's 2025–2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year! 🥳🎉
🍎 Mrs. Martina Zinn is the Teacher of the Year! With 16 years of experience and five years as SIMS' art teacher, Mrs. Zinn brings unmatched creativity, energy, and positivity to the classroom. She’s known not only for inspiring her students through art but also for her willingness to serve wherever she’s needed. Graceful, hardworking, and dynamic, Mrs. Zinn is truly a masterpiece in motion! 🎨💛
🧡 Mrs. Angie Frith is the Support Staff of the Year! Now in her 3rd year at SIMS, Mrs. Frith is a dedicated special education paraprofessional who leads with a servant's heart and a joyful spirit. She works hard to support students in every way, encouraging growth, building confidence, and being a steady source of positivity for everyone around her. SIMS is better because of her! 🌟🙌
We’re proud of these two amazing women who help make Starr-Iva Middle a great place to learn and grow!
We’re proud to celebrate Starr Elementary's 2025–2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year! 🎉
🍎 Mrs. Stephanie Eubanks is Starr’s Teacher of the Year! A 3rd-grade ELA teacher, Mrs. Eubanks, brings energy, creativity, and heart to everything she does. Now in her 3rd year at Starr (and 5th year teaching), she’s known for building strong relationships with her students and turning even the toughest lessons into fun, engaging experiences. She truly is a SuperSTARR in every way! 💛📚
🧡 Mrs. Kelly Brown is Starr’s Support Staff of the Year! A dedicated paraprofessional in a special education classroom, Mrs. Brown is always willing to go above and beyond—whether it’s helping in other classrooms, stepping into duty stations, or lending a hand wherever it’s needed. Her commitment to students and staff makes her a true RockSTARR! ⭐🙌
Help us cheer on these amazing women who shine bright for Starr Elementary every day!
Happy National School PR Day to Dylan, the creative force behind the lens 🎥📸! From early mornings to late-night edits, you're always there, capturing the heart of Anderson 3—one photo, post, and story at a time. Your dedication keeps our community informed, inspired, and proud. Thank you for everything you do to make our district shine! 💬✨
#NationalSchoolPRDay #TigersTogether #Anderson3Proud #SchoolPRRocks #BehindTheScenesHero #pr3mier
Congratulations to Jessica Blanton, our 2025–2026 Anderson 3 Rookie Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. Blanton, a first-grade teacher at Flat Rock Elementary, is in her second year as a teacher. Initially a paraprofessional, Jessica found her calling in the classroom and worked hard to make it a reality.
"Jessica is proof that it is never too late to follow your dreams, and she works daily to make sure she is achieving that dream for her students, herself, and our school. Her students feel seen, heard, and supported every day, which creates a classroom culture of trust and high expectations."
Jessica's passion, positivity, and heart for kids shine through in everything she does! Congratulations! 💛🐅🖤#RookieOfTheYear #TigerExcellence
Congratulations to Flat Rock Elementary's 2025–2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year!👋🏼🎉
🍎 Mrs. Hannah Rose Swope is Flat Rock’s Teacher of the Year! For the last four years, Mrs. Swope has served as a second-grade teacher and is known for her calm presence, deep compassion, and unwavering consistency. She pours love into every lesson and every interaction, making sure her students know they are valued. With a patient spirit and dependable heart, she takes the time to understand where her students are so she can take them even further. 💛📚
🧡 Mrs. Amanda Snelgrove is Flat Rock’s Support Staff of the Year! Thoughtful, dependable, and endlessly kind, Mrs. Snelgrove is always there for her 4K students and coworkers. Her heart for children shines through in everything she does. She has faithfully served in Anderson 3 for 9 years! 🌟🐾
They came. They camped. They conquered Mr. Roberts’ lawn. ⛺️😎
Principal of Crescent High , Mr. Cliff Roberts, woke up to seniors camping on his lawn this morning as a senior prank! He totally didn’t see them while he was watering his grass! 🤣 #SeniorPrank #Classof2025
Say hello to Crescent High’s 2025–2026 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year! 👋🎉
🍎Mr. Mike McCoy is Crescent’s Teacher of the Year! Mr. McCoy, a Special Education teacher, brings energy, encouragement, and heart to everything he does. His boisterous voice echoes through the halls, cheering on students and uplifting teachers. Known for his patience, joy, and genuine love for his students, Coach McCoy has been part of the Crescent family for 3 years and has been teaching for a total of 6 years.
📋Mrs. Chasity Dove is Crescent’s Support Staff of the Year! As the smiling face of the front office, Mrs. Dove works to ensure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly. Chasity has served as Crescent’s receptionist for 3 years, but has been in the district for a total of 10 years.
Please join us in congratulating these two incredible Tigers! 🎉🐯🥳
Our 2025-2026 #A3TeachingTeam is growing stronger by welcoming Mr. Peyton McComas to Crescent High School! 🎉🏋️♂️
Peyton is graduating from Gardner-Webb University with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. Originally from Grundy, Virginia, Peyton will teach Strength and Conditioning at Crescent while also serving as an assistant coach for wrestling and football. 🏈🤼♂️
Welcome to Anderson 3, Mr. McComas!🤩🐯 #TigersTogether #A3TeachingTeam
