The 1A State Track and Field Championship will take place at 5 pm on Thursday (5-15-25) at Richland Northeast High School.
Athletic physicals will be given after school at MHS on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The cost of the physical is $25 and will cover the student-athlete the entire 2025-2026 school year. Students need to pick up a physical form from their head coach or Coach Pratt's office and sign up to take the physical before Friday, May 16, 2025. MHS sign ups will be located on Ms. Kelly's door and MMS sign ups will be located on the middle school gym door.
Today we celebrate two incredible leaders, Principal, Dr. Hopkins (Happy Birthday as well) and Assistant Principal, Mr. Oswald, who inspires, supports, and guides with dedication and heart every single day. Your commitment to our school community does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for all that you do.
Wishing you both a day filled with joy, appreciation, and well-deserved celebration!
Good afternoon! This is Dr. Hopkins, Principal of McCormick Middle School. Tomorrow our 6th grade students will begin SC READY testing in Science. All of our students will take SC READY Math on the 13th, Writing on the 14th, and Reading on the 20th and 21st.
Our students and staff have worked very hard this year to prepare for these important tests. Our Winter and Spring MAP scores indicated high student growth for our school in ELA and Math. We are expecting similar results on our SC READY Assessments.
We need your help! Please make sure that our students get to bed early and are well rested and focused on these days. We have spread these assessments out over 3 weeks to help our students give their best performance.
Thank you for your support this year! We love our kids and are very proud of them. Please check out our MMS website and Facebook page to keep up with our upcoming events to close out the school year.
**End of Year Events Calendar for Parents**
As the year comes to a close, it's important for parents to stay informed about upcoming events that celebrate the achievements of their children and foster community spirit. Here’s a handy guide to help you keep track of key dates and activities:
Tips For Parents:
- **Mark Your Calendars:** Use a digital calendar or planner to keep track of these important dates.
- **Stay Informed:** Regularly check the school’s website or letters sent home by students for any updates or changes to the schedule.
By staying organized and engaged, you can ensure a memorable end to the year for both you and your child. Let's end the year with a bang! Go Chiefs!
The Athletic Banquet will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6 pm in the MHS gym. Admission will be $10.
This is the schedule for the Region Track Meet that will take place on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at MHS. Admission will be $8.00.
Schedule for Thursday, May 1 st
, 2025 (Running Schedule)
3:40 PM Coaches Meeting and Packet Pickup at Start/Finish Line
3:55 PM Check-in for ALL Field Events starting at 4:00
4:00 PM Check in for ALL Field Events starting at 4:00
Field Events
4:00 PM Girls Javelin followed by Boys Javelin
Girls Pole Vault followed by Boys Pole Vault
(At Crescent on Monday, April 28)
Boys Long Jump followed by Girls Long Jump
Girls Shot Put followed by Boys Shot Put
Girls High Jump followed by Boys High Jump
Boys Triple Jump followed by Girls Triple Jump
4:45 PM Boys Discus followed by Girls Discus
Running Events - Event times are estimated as we will be on a running schedule after the start. So if we
get ahead we will stay ahead.
6:00 PM 6:05 PM 6:10 PM 6:25 PM 6:45 PM 6:55 PM 7:00 PM 7:05 PM 7:10 PM 7:20 PM 7:30 PM 7:35 PM 7:40 PM 7:50 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM 8:15 PM 8:25 PM 8:35 PM 9:05 PM 9:25 PM 9:30 PM Girls 4x100 Meter Relay
Boys 4x100 Meter Relay
Girls 4x800 Meter Relay
Boys 4x800 Meter Relay
Girls 100 Meter Hurdles
Boys 110 Meter Hurdles
Girls 100 Meter Dash
Boys 100 Meter Dash
Girls 1600 Meter Run
Boys 1600 Meter Run
Girls 400 Meter Dash
Boys 400 Meter Dash
Girls 400 Meter Hurdles
Boys 400 Meter Hurdles
Girls 800 Meter Run
Boys 800 Meter Run
Girls 200 Meter Dash
Boys 200 Meter Dash
Girls 3200 Meter Run
Boys 3200 Meter Run
Girls 4 x 400 Meter Relay
Boys 4 x 400 Meter Relay
9:45 PM Awards & Senior Recognition (Inside of Track near Fence
On yesterday, MMS students participated in the MBS STEAM Tour Experience at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Subjects student learned in the classroom came to life. Tour guides educated students about how the STEAM elements operate within the building and how careers align within the sports and entertainment industry. The 60-90-minute experience covered education in areas such as building design and engineering elements, sustainability, sports and nutrition education, the MBS Art Collection and the MBS Urban Garden (Mercedes-Benz Stadium Newsletter).
MMS PTO Meeting
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
6PM
MMS Room 302
The baseball game vs. Thornwell has been postponed for today (4-8-25). The softball team will travel to Ware Shoals today to play a game that starts at 5:30 pm.
The soccer and baseball games that were scheduled for today have been postponed. Soccer will now play Lincoln County at home on Wednesday (4-16-25) at 6 pm. The baseball team will play a doubleheader at Abbeville on Monday (4-21-25) starting at 5:30 pm.
MCSD Community,
Help students get excited about testing by joining our Testing Parade. We will line up at the entrance of the McCormick Schools Complex. The parade will make one loop around the schools cheering on the students. Let's make this a great start to the testing session! THE WHOLE COMMUNITY IS INVITED!!
Things to Know
*Lineup will be at the entrance of the Complex
*You will have 30 minutes to decorate your vehicle before the Parade starts
*There will be a Pep Rally following the parade
Link to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HCoRuO3Oeo6zAM7ra1iEUwbWl6abPcj_KxdbLd7YCNY/edit
Mrs. Pohlman from Clemson Extension came to MMS and the students took their solar ovens that they built before the break outside to set them up to cook s'mores. While the s'mores are baking/melting, they went back inside to learn about plant and animal cells. A 3-D printer was used to create the cells that the students are coloring to identify the parts of both an animal and plant cell.
Middle school science is rocking their hands on lab experiments!
The baseball game that was scheduled for today (4-1-25) has been postponed.
The softball game vs. Abbeville that was scheduled at home today (4-1-25) will now be played at Abbeville High at 5:30 pm.
MMS will be hosting parent/teacher conferences on Thursday, 3/13 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Friday, 3/14 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. If you plan on attending, please send an email to the Assistant Principal, Mr. Oswald, at oswaldc@mcsd1.org. Drop-ins are also welcome.
Parents and Students,
In recognition of our 8th grade student, Tatum Foley, and in celebration of our affection for her, we will host a "Dress Down Day" on Thursday, March 13th, at no cost to students .Students are encouraged to wear yellow or black in honor of Tatum but it is not mandatory.
The dress code permits jeans without holes, tears, or rips. However, leggings, jeggings, sweatpants, joggers, hoodies, crocs, slides, and similar items are not allowed.
Also, we are selling #Team Tatum bracelets at a cost of $2/bracelet. Students can purchase them during their lunch time. Let us unite in support of Tatum and demonstrate that she is not facing this challenge alone. We appreciate your generosity and participation.
**Title: Cooking Up Science: Clemson Extension's Solar Oven Workshop with Middle School Students**
This week, the Clemson Extension team had the exciting opportunity to engage with our local middle school students in a hands-on workshop focused on solar energy. Together, we embarked on a journey to build solar ovens, blending science, creativity, and a dash of culinary fun!
With guidance from our knowledgeable Clemson Extension educator, Jaime Pohlman, the students transformed simple cardboard boxes, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap into innovative solar ovens.
The workshop not only provided a fun and interactive way to learn about renewable energy but also fostered teamwork and problem-solving skills among the students.
Stay tuned for more workshops and initiatives as we continue to explore the wonders of science together!
On Saturday, March 8th at First Baptist Church of North Augusta from 9 AM – 12 PM there will be a Giving Gown event, featuring over 500 dresses available with no registration required. There will be FREE giveaways including dresses, shoes and accessories to students who may need something for prom, homecoming, graduation, or any special occasion.
E-LEARNING TOMORROW: Good afternoon. Due to high winds (Gusts over 45) in the area during the morning commute, tomorrow will be an e-learning day.
E-Learning Day
Staff will be available by email from 8:00 - 12:00
Assignments should be posted into Google Classroom
Students will have until 3:00 to complete their assignments.
