Anderson 3 is proud to partner with school districts across Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens counties to offer TeachAOP, a new three-year alternative teacher certification program! 🍎📚
Dr. Adam Coats and Mrs. Christy Dodd, led a summer orientation session this week for the program’s first-ever cohort.
TeachAOP provides future educators with hands-on training, ongoing support, and a pathway to professional South Carolina teacher certification in high-need areas.
We are excited to support these future teachers as they begin their journey into the classroom! ✏️✨
🍎➡️ Learn more about TeachAOP: bit.ly/TEACHAOP
Dr. Adam Coats and Mrs. Christy Dodd, led a summer orientation session this week for the program’s first-ever cohort.
TeachAOP provides future educators with hands-on training, ongoing support, and a pathway to professional South Carolina teacher certification in high-need areas.
We are excited to support these future teachers as they begin their journey into the classroom! ✏️✨
🍎➡️ Learn more about TeachAOP: bit.ly/TEACHAOP
Answer the Call to Join the Tiger Family! 📞🐅
Crescent High School has an immediate opening for its School Secretary position.
Apply Now! ➡️ bit.ly/A3Jobs
Crescent High School has an immediate opening for its School Secretary position.
Apply Now! ➡️ bit.ly/A3Jobs
Help us welcome back another familiar face to the 2026-2027 #A3TeachingTeam, Mr. Brandon Watt! 🍎💛🎉
Mr. Watt is returning to Anderson 3 as a Special Education Teacher at Starr Elementary! A proud Crescent High School graduate, Brandon previously spent seven years teaching at Starr before serving the past two years as the Early Care and Education Program Director at Tri-County Technical College.
Brandon earned his Bachelor's degree from Clemson University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Anderson University, and an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University.
Welcome back, Mr. Watt! 🐯💛
Mr. Watt is returning to Anderson 3 as a Special Education Teacher at Starr Elementary! A proud Crescent High School graduate, Brandon previously spent seven years teaching at Starr before serving the past two years as the Early Care and Education Program Director at Tri-County Technical College.
Brandon earned his Bachelor's degree from Clemson University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Anderson University, and an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University.
Welcome back, Mr. Watt! 🐯💛
Congratulations to 2026 Retiree, Ms. Sherrie McAdams! 🎉🍎
After 28 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Ms. McAdams has retired from her role as a K4 paraprofessional at Starr Elementary. 💛🖤
For nearly three decades, Sherrie has been a caring and encouraging presence in the lives of countless young learners. Her patience, compassion, and unwavering dedication helped create a nurturing environment where students felt supported, loved, and ready to learn.
Thank you, Ms. McAdams, for your kindness and commitment to the students and families of Anderson 3. Happy Retirement! 😊🫶 See less
After 28 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Ms. McAdams has retired from her role as a K4 paraprofessional at Starr Elementary. 💛🖤
For nearly three decades, Sherrie has been a caring and encouraging presence in the lives of countless young learners. Her patience, compassion, and unwavering dedication helped create a nurturing environment where students felt supported, loved, and ready to learn.
Thank you, Ms. McAdams, for your kindness and commitment to the students and families of Anderson 3. Happy Retirement! 😊🫶 See less
Congratulations to Iva Elementary 2nd Grader Remingtyn “Remi” Hester! 💙👑🎉
Remi was recently crowned Miss Elementary America - 2nd Grade at the 2026 America Pageant in Little Rock, Arkansas!
Representing South Carolina with the East Coast State Title, Remi competed against 32 other second graders from across the country. Along with the national title, she earned a $5,000 scholarship, a cruise, a modeling contract, and many other prizes.
We are incredibly proud of Remi for representing so well! Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment! 🎉
Remi was recently crowned Miss Elementary America - 2nd Grade at the 2026 America Pageant in Little Rock, Arkansas!
Representing South Carolina with the East Coast State Title, Remi competed against 32 other second graders from across the country. Along with the national title, she earned a $5,000 scholarship, a cruise, a modeling contract, and many other prizes.
We are incredibly proud of Remi for representing so well! Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment! 🎉
Welcome to the 2026-2027 #A3TeachingTeam, Caroline Evans! 🐯🎉📚
Ms. Evans is joining Starr-Iva Middle as a Math and Science Self-Contained Special Education Teacher.
A proud Anderson 3 graduate and Iva native, Caroline recently graduated from Anderson University and is excited to return home to serve the district that helped shape her.
We are so excited to welcome her back to Anderson 3! 🐅
Ms. Evans is joining Starr-Iva Middle as a Math and Science Self-Contained Special Education Teacher.
A proud Anderson 3 graduate and Iva native, Caroline recently graduated from Anderson University and is excited to return home to serve the district that helped shape her.
We are so excited to welcome her back to Anderson 3! 🐅
Heather Dickerson, Instructional Technology Coach, has been busy sharing innovative work this summer! 💻🌾
Heather presented during Computer Science Professional Development Week at The Citadel, sharing with teachers how rural students can connect computer science with agriculture through hands-on, real-world learning.
Her session focused on how students can use data, technology, and core content skills to better understand agriculture, including how precision farming may help address food needs in densely populated areas as the population continues to grow.
Heather also represented Anderson 3 at ISTE 2026 in Orlando, with a poster session titled “Algorithms, Data, and Debugging in the Barn.”
Through her work, Heather is helping make computer science more approachable, relevant, and meaningful for students by showing the real-world efficiency and impacts CS can have on Agriculture. By connecting technology to agriculture, students can see how computer science can impact the world around them while honoring the communities and experiences they know best.
We are so proud of Heather and the way she continues to lead, innovate, and represent Anderson 3! 🐅
Heather presented during Computer Science Professional Development Week at The Citadel, sharing with teachers how rural students can connect computer science with agriculture through hands-on, real-world learning.
Her session focused on how students can use data, technology, and core content skills to better understand agriculture, including how precision farming may help address food needs in densely populated areas as the population continues to grow.
Heather also represented Anderson 3 at ISTE 2026 in Orlando, with a poster session titled “Algorithms, Data, and Debugging in the Barn.”
Through her work, Heather is helping make computer science more approachable, relevant, and meaningful for students by showing the real-world efficiency and impacts CS can have on Agriculture. By connecting technology to agriculture, students can see how computer science can impact the world around them while honoring the communities and experiences they know best.
We are so proud of Heather and the way she continues to lead, innovate, and represent Anderson 3! 🐅
Congratulations to 2026 Retiree, Ms. Janice Compton! 🎉🍽️
After 25 years of dedicated service to Anderson 3, Ms. Compton is retiring from Nutrition Services at Starr Elementary, where she most recently served as Cafeteria Manager for the past four years.
Throughout her career, Janice faithfully served students and staff at multiple schools across the district. Known as a true go-getter, she could always be found working hard, taking pride in her work, and ensuring every job was done with the utmost care. Her kindness has made a lasting impact on students, coworkers, and the entire Starr Elementary family.
Thank you, Ms. Compton, for 25 years of service, compassion, and commitment to the students of Anderson 3! Happy Retirement! 😊🫶🐯
After 25 years of dedicated service to Anderson 3, Ms. Compton is retiring from Nutrition Services at Starr Elementary, where she most recently served as Cafeteria Manager for the past four years.
Throughout her career, Janice faithfully served students and staff at multiple schools across the district. Known as a true go-getter, she could always be found working hard, taking pride in her work, and ensuring every job was done with the utmost care. Her kindness has made a lasting impact on students, coworkers, and the entire Starr Elementary family.
Thank you, Ms. Compton, for 25 years of service, compassion, and commitment to the students of Anderson 3! Happy Retirement! 😊🫶🐯
Our A3 Summer Campers recently celebrated National Doughnut Day with a sweet treat from If You Give a Dog a Doughnut! 🍩📚🐶
Another familiar face has joined the 2026-2027 #A3TeachingTeam, Mrs. Jennifer Burdette! 🍎🎉📚
Mrs. Burdette is returning home to Anderson 3 as a 6th Grade ELA teacher at Starr-Iva Middle! She originally joined A3 in 2014 as a 6th-grade teacher at SIMS and later spent the past five years as a Digital Integration Specialist in Anderson 5. A proud product of Anderson 3, Jennifer is excited to return to what has always been home. 🐯
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Burdette back to Anderson 3, where her journey began. Welcome Home! 💛🐯🫶
Mrs. Burdette is returning home to Anderson 3 as a 6th Grade ELA teacher at Starr-Iva Middle! She originally joined A3 in 2014 as a 6th-grade teacher at SIMS and later spent the past five years as a Digital Integration Specialist in Anderson 5. A proud product of Anderson 3, Jennifer is excited to return to what has always been home. 🐯
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Burdette back to Anderson 3, where her journey began. Welcome Home! 💛🐯🫶
Some members of our administrative team joined Joy Comes to serve lunch and goodies to the construction crew at the Crescent Middle School site! 💛👷♂️🥪
A special thank you to Jackie's Starr Mart for donating sandwiches and to Joy Comes and Premier Progress for providing treats and goodie bags. We are grateful for community partners who consistently find ways to encourage and support others.
As work continues on the future home of Crescent Middle School, we are thankful for these hardworking crews and wish them safety, especially in the summer heat as they continue building the future of Anderson 3! 🏗️🐯
A special thank you to Jackie's Starr Mart for donating sandwiches and to Joy Comes and Premier Progress for providing treats and goodie bags. We are grateful for community partners who consistently find ways to encourage and support others.
As work continues on the future home of Crescent Middle School, we are thankful for these hardworking crews and wish them safety, especially in the summer heat as they continue building the future of Anderson 3! 🏗️🐯
Welcome to the 2026-2027 #A3TeachingTeam, Ms. Kara "Ally" Lynch! 🍎🎉👋
Ally will be joining the K4 team at Iva Elementary. A native of Due West and proud Dixie High School graduate, she recently earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Lander University.
Ms. Lynch is passionate about helping young learners develop a love of school from the very beginning and is excited to make a positive impact on her students' lives.
We are excited to welcome Ally to Anderson 3 and can't wait to see the difference she will make for our youngest Tigers! 🐯💛
Ally will be joining the K4 team at Iva Elementary. A native of Due West and proud Dixie High School graduate, she recently earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Lander University.
Ms. Lynch is passionate about helping young learners develop a love of school from the very beginning and is excited to make a positive impact on her students' lives.
We are excited to welcome Ally to Anderson 3 and can't wait to see the difference she will make for our youngest Tigers! 🐯💛
Help us welcome a familiar face to our 2026-2027 #A3TeachingTeam, Mrs. Ashli Simpson! 🍎💛 🎉
Ashli is rejoining Anderson 3 as a 3rd-grade teacher at Starr Elementary. A proud Crescent graduate, she first joined our teaching team in 2010 and has dedicated her career to serving students both in and beyond our district.
For the past three years, she has served students in the online charter system Reason & Republic, including serving as a Principal this past school year. Fun fact: With her return to Starr Elementary, Ashli will have taught at every Anderson 3 school except Crescent High School! 🐯
We are excited to have you back home! 💛🖤
Ashli is rejoining Anderson 3 as a 3rd-grade teacher at Starr Elementary. A proud Crescent graduate, she first joined our teaching team in 2010 and has dedicated her career to serving students both in and beyond our district.
For the past three years, she has served students in the online charter system Reason & Republic, including serving as a Principal this past school year. Fun fact: With her return to Starr Elementary, Ashli will have taught at every Anderson 3 school except Crescent High School! 🐯
We are excited to have you back home! 💛🖤
Congratulations to 2026 Retiree, Mrs. Tammi Holbrook! 🎉🍎
After 28 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Mrs. Holbrook is retiring from Iva Elementary, where she has spent the past seven years teaching K4. 💛🖤
A Crescent High School graduate, Mrs. Holbrook's Anderson 3 journey began as a substitute teacher before serving as a self-contained assistant at Starr Elementary, teaching Kindergarten for 14 years, and ultimately finding her home in K4 at Iva Elementary.
Mrs. Holbrook says she will miss watching the incredible growth students make throughout the school year, especially seeing children gain confidence and develop new skills.
"Every child is different. Meet them where they are. Help them find their strengths. Encourage them to progress. Guide them to learn in whatever way works for them. Every child is smart in their own way, and they can all be successful with the help and guidance of a good teacher."
Thank you, Mrs. Holbrook, for your faith, compassion, and dedication to the children of Anderson 3! Happy Retirement! 😊🫶🐯
After 28 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Mrs. Holbrook is retiring from Iva Elementary, where she has spent the past seven years teaching K4. 💛🖤
A Crescent High School graduate, Mrs. Holbrook's Anderson 3 journey began as a substitute teacher before serving as a self-contained assistant at Starr Elementary, teaching Kindergarten for 14 years, and ultimately finding her home in K4 at Iva Elementary.
Mrs. Holbrook says she will miss watching the incredible growth students make throughout the school year, especially seeing children gain confidence and develop new skills.
"Every child is different. Meet them where they are. Help them find their strengths. Encourage them to progress. Guide them to learn in whatever way works for them. Every child is smart in their own way, and they can all be successful with the help and guidance of a good teacher."
Thank you, Mrs. Holbrook, for your faith, compassion, and dedication to the children of Anderson 3! Happy Retirement! 😊🫶🐯
2026 South Carolina Association of School Administrators Conference with our Madame SCASA President, aka Superintendent Hipp! 🤩
The team from Sundt has been working hard constructing a new outdoor classroom at Crescent High School! This week, with some help from Crescent Tiger Football, they put the finishing touches on what is now an incredible space, opening opportunities for learning and connection. ☀️🌱📖
We are so thankful for their ongoing partnership; they have been such a blessing! Thank you, Sundt Construction, Inc., for investing in our students. 🐯❤️
We are so thankful for their ongoing partnership; they have been such a blessing! Thank you, Sundt Construction, Inc., for investing in our students. 🐯❤️
Shout out to our Tigers who attended Palmetto Boys and Girls State! 🇺🇸👨🏽⚖️👩🏼⚖️
Palmetto Boys and Girls State bring together some of South Carolina’s top student leaders to learn about government, leadership, and public service through hands-on experiences. We are proud of these Tigers and know they represented Crescent and A3 well! 🤩🐅
Palmetto Boys and Girls State bring together some of South Carolina’s top student leaders to learn about government, leadership, and public service through hands-on experiences. We are proud of these Tigers and know they represented Crescent and A3 well! 🤩🐅
Congratulations to 2026 Retiree, Mrs. Theresa Shaw! 🎉🍎
After 27 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Mrs. Shaw is retiring from Starr Elementary School. 💛🖤
Mrs. Shaw's career has touched nearly every corner of Starr Elementary. She began as a substitute teacher in 1996 before serving as a 2nd-grade academic assistant, Computer Lab Facilitator, library assistant, SPED assistant, ASL shadow, and Kindergarten assistant. Most recently, she has spent the last four years helping our youngest Tigers as a K4 assistant.
A Honea Path native, Mrs. Shaw now calls Starr home. She and her husband, Larry, have one son, TJ, and enjoy spending their free time fishing together. She also loves crafting and has a special place in her heart for animals, especially cats.
"Children need to feel loved and know they can and will reach their goals. I know the children at Starr Elementary get support from every staff member. We are part of an Uncommon crowd!"
Thank you, Mrs. Shaw, for your loving spirit and unwavering dedication to the students of Starr Elementary. You have made a lasting difference for so many, and we will miss you! 😊🫶🐯
After 27 years of dedicated service in Anderson 3, Mrs. Shaw is retiring from Starr Elementary School. 💛🖤
Mrs. Shaw's career has touched nearly every corner of Starr Elementary. She began as a substitute teacher in 1996 before serving as a 2nd-grade academic assistant, Computer Lab Facilitator, library assistant, SPED assistant, ASL shadow, and Kindergarten assistant. Most recently, she has spent the last four years helping our youngest Tigers as a K4 assistant.
A Honea Path native, Mrs. Shaw now calls Starr home. She and her husband, Larry, have one son, TJ, and enjoy spending their free time fishing together. She also loves crafting and has a special place in her heart for animals, especially cats.
"Children need to feel loved and know they can and will reach their goals. I know the children at Starr Elementary get support from every staff member. We are part of an Uncommon crowd!"
Thank you, Mrs. Shaw, for your loving spirit and unwavering dedication to the students of Starr Elementary. You have made a lasting difference for so many, and we will miss you! 😊🫶🐯
The June 8, 2026, Meeting of the Anderson 3 Board of Trustees will be held in the library at Crescent High School.
Congratulations to 2026 Retiree, Ms. Alison Rainey! 🎉🔬
After 28 years of dedicated service at Crescent High School, Ms. Rainey is retiring from Anderson 3. 💛🖤
A proud Anderson 3 graduate and Starr native, Mrs. Rainey has been a staple of Crescent for nearly three decades. After initially spending three years teaching in Greenville, she returned home to Anderson 3, where she has inspired generations of students through her passion for science, learning, and student success.
Throughout her career, Ms. Rainey has helped students become independent thinkers and problem solvers while making learning both meaningful and memorable. Her influence extends far beyond the classroom, with countless former students reaching out over the years to share how her Chemistry and Physics classes helped prepare them for college and future careers.
"I believe the purpose of education is to help kids become independent thinkers and problem solvers, along with having fun and making memories. I enjoy seeing kids that I taught as 9th graders go through high school and achieve in athletics, art, music, and academics as seniors."
Rainey says she will miss the unforgettable "lightbulb moments" when students finally understand a concept and realize what they are capable of achieving.
Thank you, Ms. Rainey, for being a dedicated educator, and an important part of the Crescent High School family. Your impact on generations of Tigers will not be forgotten! 🧪🐯
After 28 years of dedicated service at Crescent High School, Ms. Rainey is retiring from Anderson 3. 💛🖤
A proud Anderson 3 graduate and Starr native, Mrs. Rainey has been a staple of Crescent for nearly three decades. After initially spending three years teaching in Greenville, she returned home to Anderson 3, where she has inspired generations of students through her passion for science, learning, and student success.
Throughout her career, Ms. Rainey has helped students become independent thinkers and problem solvers while making learning both meaningful and memorable. Her influence extends far beyond the classroom, with countless former students reaching out over the years to share how her Chemistry and Physics classes helped prepare them for college and future careers.
"I believe the purpose of education is to help kids become independent thinkers and problem solvers, along with having fun and making memories. I enjoy seeing kids that I taught as 9th graders go through high school and achieve in athletics, art, music, and academics as seniors."
Rainey says she will miss the unforgettable "lightbulb moments" when students finally understand a concept and realize what they are capable of achieving.
Thank you, Ms. Rainey, for being a dedicated educator, and an important part of the Crescent High School family. Your impact on generations of Tigers will not be forgotten! 🧪🐯
