Anderson School District 3

Thanksgiving break is here! We will see our students back on Monday, November 29th. Have a great holiday! 🦃🍁🏈

Welcome, Ms. Dru Winchester! 🍎🎉 Ms. Winchester is a new Math teacher at Crescent High School. She earned her teaching degree from Clemson University before later earning a master's degree in Business Administration. Ms. Winchester previously taught for two years at Brashier Middle College in Simpsonville, three years at TL Hanna High School, and seven years at Westside High School. In addition, she has taught evening courses for the Mathematics Comprehensive Studies department at Tri-County Technical College for four years. Ms. Winchester has three children Brandon, Marianna, and Greyson, and a grandson, Kingston. Welcome to the A3 Family, Ms. Winchester!

We are now accepting applications for a Custodian at Crescent High School! For more details on this position and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/A3Careers

Last week Starr-Iva Middle School became one of the first two middle schools in Anderson County to house a United Way Middle School Food Market. The Market is full of food and is available to students facing hunger. Thank you, United Way, for supporting kids across the county! If you are interested in donating food items contact Liz.Brock@uwandersoncty.com

Welcome, Mrs. Stephanie Stansell! 🍎🎉 Mrs. Stansell is a new English teacher at Crescent High School. She graduated from Anderson University with a degree in Secondary English Education. Stephanie is originally from Santa Maria, California but calls Fountain Inn, South Carolina, her hometown. Stephanie and her husband Jacob are newlyweds. In her spare time, she enjoys true crime shows, books, and anything arts and craft-related. You can also find her outdoors hiking or kayaking. We are happy to have Mrs. Stansell with us!

Meet #A3AllStar, Mrs. Emily Jarrard! 🌟 Mrs. Jarrard is the Finance Administrative Assistant for Accounts Payable. She has worked for Anderson 3 in the Finance Department for 24 years. Jarrard came to the Starr-Iva area when she met her husband, Bones Jarrard, at a Roping and BBQ on David Rainey's farm. Emily enjoys living on their farm in Starr, being outdoors, swimming, kayaking, and Bible study. What do you value most about your position? "Although I do not get to work hands on in the classroom or see our ASD3 students each day, I take great pride in helping to support the teachers, administrators, and staff in our district to educate our students to the highest standards possible. Helping with extracurricular activities and athletics is also very important to me. The fact that I get to work with some of the best people on this side of heaven is just a bonus! ASD3 is a great place to work." Here are three facts about Mrs. Jarrard: 1. My husband, Bones Jarrard, calls me "shortie" even though I'm six feet tall! 2. My daughter, Rachel Shore, is the school nurse at Crescent High School. 3. My grandchildren call me "Darlin," a name given to me by my oldest granddaughter, Danni Rae Shore. Mrs. Jarrard is a true asset to our district. Thank you for being an #A3AllStar! 💛

We are now accepting applications for a Long Term Certified Substitute at Starr-Iva Middle! For more details on this position and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/A3Careers

Congratulations to the Crescent Girls Cross Country team! They placed 3rd in the state among public, traditional schools at the AA State Meet last week. Go Tigers! 🏃‍♂️🐅

Episode 3 of our Coffee with the Counselors Podcast featuring special guest Ms. Mary Lewis is out now! ☕🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pmTxCw Amazon Music/Audible: amzn.to/2XveNtY Spotify: spoti.fi/3nOqszo Youtube: https://youtu.be/1i1QpANXwKQ

Mrs. Hall's K4 Class at Flat Rock Elementary School is our pledge class for November. Great job kiddos! 🇺🇸 https://youtu.be/yvO0-_r7cFc

Welcome, Mrs. Terri Ivester! 🍎🎉 Mrs. Ivester is the new Reading Coach at Starr Elementary. She graduated from Erskine College with a degree in elementary education and began her teaching career at Iva Elementary before moving to Anderson 2. She later received a master's degree in reading and literacy from Walden University. In 2012, she was named Anderson 2's District Teacher of the Year. Terri and her husband Tate have two children, Kaleigh and Luke, two weenie dogs and a golden retriever. We are excited to have Mrs. Ivester back in the Anderson 3 Family!

Ms. Brock's class created an American flag out of 24 separate panels that each student helped to create. They also sent 75 thank you cards to veterans! Thank you to all who have served or are currently serving our country. 🇺🇸

Today Starr-Iva Middle School held a touching tribute to our nation's veterans. Thank you to all those who have served and continue to serve our country. 🇺🇸

At Monday night's board of trustees meeting, the Town of Iva presented checks to the winners of the recycled scarecrow contest. Congratulations to Starr Elementary 3rd Grade for winning first place and Flat Rock Elementary for winning 2nd place. Starr received $650, and Flat Rock received $250. Thank you, Town of Iva!

We close out principals month with Mr. Austin Powell, the new principal at Iva Elementary School. His favorite part of the school day is interacting with students during car rider duty in the mornings. Thank you for your dedication to the students of Iva Elementary! 🏫 #PrincipalsMonth https://youtu.be/vcQ_dzZYzZg

Welcome, Ms. Ginny Pack! 🍎🎉 Ms. Pack is a new kindergarten teacher at Starr Elementary School! Ms. Pack attended Anderson University and majored in Early Childhood Education. Her passions include: being outdoors, playing volleyball, and hanging out with her family and friends. She recently got engaged to her boyfriend, Jacob Burns. Welcome to the A3 Family!

Welcome, Mrs. Stephanie Bridges! 🍎🎉 Mrs. Bridges is a new 5th-grade ELA teacher at Starr Elementary! She joins the A3 team with 16 years of teaching experience in grades 2-5. Stephanie is married to Brannon Bridges, and they have a nine-year-old son, Lucas. We are excited to have Mrs. Bridges on the A3 Team!

Mr. Cliff Roberts has been the principal of Crescent High School for 2 years! His favorite part of being a principal is making everything he does student-centered. Thank you for your dedication to the students of Crescent! 🏫 #PrincipalsMonth https://youtu.be/mAlJTSKYrwQ

Mr. Adam Coats has been the principal of Starr-Iva Middle School for 2 years! His favorite part of being a principal is making school enjoyable for students. Thank you for your dedication to the students of Starr-Iva! 🏫 #PrincipalsMonth https://youtu.be/n__ImQVqJQ4

Fall Break is Here! 🍁Please be reminded that Friday, October 29, Monday, November 1 and Tuesday, November 2 are student holidays. School will resume on November 3. Have a great break!