Congratulations to 2025 Retiree Ms. Mary Constantine! 💛🎊
After 23 years of dedicated service, Mary is retiring from her position as Benefits Coordinator. Her journey to Anderson 3 began with a nudge from her father, who encouraged her to apply for a role he saw in the newspaper, a decision that would lead to two decades of impactful work in service to our staff and schools.
A proud Crescent High School Class of 1980 graduate, Mary grew up in Iva and returned home after earning her degrees from Anderson College and the College of Charleston. Before joining A3, she worked as a DSS case manager and in Personnel at Harris Psychiatric Hospital, developing a strong background in supporting others through life’s transitions.
Mary’s role has been essential, guiding new employees, helping retirees transition, and bringing a calm, kind, and knowledgeable presence to the district office. She is known for her compassion, grace, and ability to connect with others through life’s highs and lows.
"I will miss my coworkers deeply," Mary shares. "We’ve been there for each other through everything, and I’m proud to have worked for a district that puts students first every single day."
Mary, your Crescent and Anderson 3 family is forever grateful for your service, your heart, and your unwavering support of those who support our students. Enjoy your well-earned retirement! 🐯💛
This Ain’t My First Rodeo! 🤠🏜️🐂
Our Iva Elementary Tigers lassoed up tons of fun at Field Day!
From wild games to big smiles, these students proved they’re pros at having a blast. 💥🤎
Welcome to our 2025-2026 #A3TeachingTeam, Ms. Gracie Burriss! 🎉🐯✏️
Ms. Burriss will be joining Starr Elementary as a new 3rd Grade Math Teacher!
Gracie graduated this past December from Anderson University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She is a proud Crescent High School graduate who grew up right here in Iva, SC, and always knew she wanted to give back to the district that helped shape her. After completing her student teaching with us and feeling called to serve here, she knew Anderson 3 was where she belonged.
Outside the classroom, Gracie loves spending time with her family, pouring into her church family at Union Baptist, caring for children, and enjoying fun girls’ days filled with shopping and good food.
We are so excited for Gracie to start this new adventure and give back to the community she’s always called home. Welcome, Ms. Burriss, we’re so glad you’re here! 💛🥳🖤
Ms. Burriss will be joining Starr Elementary as a new 3rd Grade Math Teacher!
Gracie graduated this past December from Anderson University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She is a proud Crescent High School graduate who grew up right here in Iva, SC, and always knew she wanted to give back to the district that helped shape her. After completing her student teaching with us and feeling called to serve here, she knew Anderson 3 was where she belonged.
Outside the classroom, Gracie loves spending time with her family, pouring into her church family at Union Baptist, caring for children, and enjoying fun girls’ days filled with shopping and good food.
We are so excited for Gracie to start this new adventure and give back to the community she’s always called home. Welcome, Ms. Burriss, we’re so glad you’re here! 💛🥳🖤
Congratulations to 2025 Retiree Mrs. Tammy Boggs! 🎉💛
Tammy brought her sweet and gentle spirit with her as she worked to serve thousands of students over 31 years of dedicated service in the Crescent High School cafeteria.
Tammy has loved every moment of serving students, especially the joy of serving her own children and now even two of her grandchildren during their time at Crescent! She often says her role was more than a job, it was part of His mission field, ensuring no child was hungry so they could focus on learning and growing.
She'll deeply miss the camaraderie of her cafeteria team, who made every shift full of laughter and care. A proud wife to recently retired Donnie, Tammy is also the proud mother of three children (with spouses) who work in education, healthcare, ministry, and IT. With five beloved grandbabies, she’s got big retirement plans full of family, faith, and well-earned rest.
Mrs. Boggs—thank you for your warm heart, servant spirit, and steady presence at Crescent. You’ve made a difference in more lives than you’ll ever know. Enjoy every moment of retirement! 💐🥪🐯
Tammy brought her sweet and gentle spirit with her as she worked to serve thousands of students over 31 years of dedicated service in the Crescent High School cafeteria.
Tammy has loved every moment of serving students, especially the joy of serving her own children and now even two of her grandchildren during their time at Crescent! She often says her role was more than a job, it was part of His mission field, ensuring no child was hungry so they could focus on learning and growing.
She'll deeply miss the camaraderie of her cafeteria team, who made every shift full of laughter and care. A proud wife to recently retired Donnie, Tammy is also the proud mother of three children (with spouses) who work in education, healthcare, ministry, and IT. With five beloved grandbabies, she’s got big retirement plans full of family, faith, and well-earned rest.
Mrs. Boggs—thank you for your warm heart, servant spirit, and steady presence at Crescent. You’ve made a difference in more lives than you’ll ever know. Enjoy every moment of retirement! 💐🥪🐯
Our 2025-2026 #A3TeachingTeam is gaining another familiar face! Please help us welcome Mrs. Julianna Sharpe back home to Anderson 3 as a Math Teacher at Crescent High School! ✏️📚🎉
Julianna, a proud Starr native, joins us from Abbeville High School. Mrs. Sharpe earned her bachelor's in Math with a minor in Education from Shenandoah University and is entering her fifth year of teaching. She and her husband, Connor, have two sons, Isaac and Noah.
We're thrilled to have her bring her heart for teaching and love for the community to CHS! Go Tigers! 💛🐯📐
Congratulations to 2025 Retiree Mr. Darrell Parnell! 🇺🇸📚
After 19 years in the classroom (ten at Wright Middle and nine here at Crescent High), Mr. Parnell is retiring from his role as U.S. History teacher. His love for our country’s past, paired with his passion for helping students understand the present, made his classroom a place of rich conversation and critical thinking.
Mr. Parnell and his wife, Cathy, have spent the past 44 years serving their country and community through military service and public education. The two just celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary and are looking forward to retirement adventures with their grandchildren.
Mr. Parnell says he will miss the meaningful discussions with students and especially loved teaching the ideals of the U.S. Constitution. A true educator at heart, he summed up his career simply: “Helping young people develop academic and life skills.”
Thank you, Mr. Parnell, for your wisdom, service, and unwavering dedication to your students. Happy Retirement! 🎉🐯💛
POV: You just finished Summer Camp, and now you're running full speed into the best water day ever! 💦🔫😎
Big thanks to Joy Comes for bringing the fun for these kiddos as we celebrate all the learning from Summer Reading Camp and Kindergarten Kick-off Camp! 🤩
💭 Did you know? 💭
Anderson 3 houses Head Start classrooms at Starr and Flat Rock Elementary. Registration is now open, and applications are being accepted qualifying for 3 and 4-year-olds. 🚌✏️
🖥️ Visit bit.ly/HeadStartRegis to apply!
☎️ For more information, call Starr Headstart @ 864-276-1566 or Flat Rock Headstart at 864-800-3852
Congratulations to 2025 Retiree Mr. James Walker! 🚌💛🥳
Mr. Walker is retiring after 17 years of service as a beloved bus driver in Anderson 3, faithfully driving the Iva 6 route throughout his entire career. A proud Starr native and 1976 graduate of Crescent High School, Mr. Walker went on to earn his Management degree from TCT in 1980. Before joining the district, he worked at AFCO for 16 years before deciding he wanted to give back to the community that shaped him.
Known for his joyful personality and quick wit, Mr. Walker made it his mission to bring laughter and light to everyone he encountered. He’ll especially miss “all my little ones on the bus” and cherishes memories like taking the Crescent Tiger Band on countless trips.
Reflecting on his time in education, he said, “I love watching the children grow through the years and seeing how much they’ve learned and changed.” Mr. Walker’s presence on the bus was more than transportation—it was a warm welcome and a familiar face that helped students start and end their school day with a smile.
Thank you, Mr. Walker, for your dedication and the love you’ve shown our students. You’re a True Tiger, and you’ll always be part of the Anderson 3 family. Happy Retirement! 💛🐯🎉
Help us welcome Miss Gracey Thomasson to the first grade team at Flat Rock Elementary School!🎉👋
Gracey is a proud Clemson University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. An Abbeville native, she comes from a big, close-knit family and is excited to bring that same spirit of connection and care to her classroom. 💛📚
When she’s not in the classroom, you can find her helping brides find their dream dress as a bridal stylist at Dressing Dreams in Hartwell, GA! 👰💐
Welcome to the Anderson 3 Teaching Team, Miss Thomasson! ✨#A3TeachingTeam #FlatRockFamily
Who’s enjoying summer vacation? These two bus bosses, that’s who! 🚌☀️
🎓👏🏼 Congratulations to Crescent High School’s 2025 Valedictorian, Carter Miller, and Salutatorian, Annalisa McCall! 🏅🐯
Carter will attend Clemson University to pursue an engineering degree, while Annalisa will attend the University of South Carolina as a Nursing major in the prestigious Honors College.
These two top Tigers are headed to South Carolina’s leading universities, and we couldn’t be prouder! Their hard work, leadership, and determination have set a shining example for all of Crescent. 💛🖤
Way to go, Carter and Annalisa! 🎉📚
🍽️☀️ 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
