Clover School District (CSD) salutes all our school counselors during National School Counselor Week.
As we celebrate Black History Month, let us reflect on the rich cultural, social, and historical contributions of Black individuals to society. This month serves as an opportunity to honor the achievements, resilience and enduring legacy of Black communities.
It's been a rough winter, CSD!
Will we have six more weeks of winter, or is spring on the way?
Only the groundhog knows....
Students enrolled in the Culinary Arts 2 class at the Applied Technology Center took part in Cake Wars today.
Judges sampled eight different types of cake made by teams of students. Most cakes had multiple layers, some incorporating layers of lady fingers and cheesecake. Many contained fillings, glazes or fruit.
First place went to "Vacay Island." Second place was awarded to "Lemon Meringue Angel." Third place went to "Be Mine."
Chef Scott Michaw is the Culinary Arts teacher.
Mr. Todd Moser has done an incredible job of building a new STEM program at Crowders Creek Elementary. The students absolutely love doing fun and engaging activities with robots.. Students have navigated their robots through mazes, put on robot parades for younger learners, and in this image you can see soccer fields are set up for students to play modified soccer games with their robots. We are so appreciative of Mr. Moser's dedication and ingenuity in building this program for his students.
January has been another busy month for CSD construction projects. Although a few items still need to be installed, the CHS Fitness Center now has a certificate of occupancy and is being used by Blue Eagle athletes. The sub-roof is on the future Roosevelt Middle Fine Arts Wing, and its completion is expected in April. The cold and snowy weather have been challenging for the Liberty Hill Elementary and Lake Wylie High School construction projects, but progress continues.
Thank you to Dr. Ashley Scott and Dr. Bertrina Scott of Project CLEER for generously supporting three Clover School District teacher grants at last night's School Board meeting.
Dr. Bertrina Scott surprised teachers from three schools by awarding them with checks to fund their innovative projects. The awardees are:
Rosa Ford, Academies of Clover, "Sea Turtle ER"
Sam Harper, Bethany Elementary, "Iron Sharpens Iron"
Rhonda Huddleston-Broom and Dr. Angela Leissa , Oakridge Elementary, "Bright Lights, Big Talent"
Representatives of the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) attended last night's School Board meeting to honor the Greater Things Ministry of Lake Wylie Christian Assembly for their partnership with Clover School District. SCSBA presented Greater Things with their Champions for Public Education Award.
Greater Things has conducted a number of projects to support the district, including campus beautification, classroom equipment donations, backpacks and school supply donations and shoes for students in need.
Thank you, Greater Things, for all you do!
Shout out to the Employees of the Month for December and January who were recognized at last night's School Board meeting.
The recognitions at last night's School Board meeting were so big that it's going to take us multiple posts to share all the good news! Here's a look at the Abacus Bee winners, Fields of the Year honorees, fall sports coaches and athletes and the OMS FFA teams.
Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the CSD app! The
same district app now offers class streams, class
announcements, and parent-teacher chat. Look for your
personalized invitation soon to begin using this feature in our app.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/xvrpGX
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/kXBk8N
UPDATE: Registration for the Montessori Parent Information Sessions has now closed.
Clover School District’s Montessori Program will enter its ninth year in the fall of 2025. For those unfamiliar with the program, the district will host two parent meetings.
Griggs Road Elementary School is home to the district’s Montessori program, which hosts two classes of three-, four- and five-year-old students.
The Montessori method promotes classrooms that are made up of a mixed age group of students, therefore, forming communities in which the older children spontaneously share their knowledge with the younger ones. Montessori also enables children to explore a variety of materials with differing levels of difficulty and fosters leadership skills. Montessori represents a different approach to education that has successfully developed motivated and self-disciplined learners.
This year, Clover School District will host two virtual meetings.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, virtually from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 13, 2025, virtually from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
To register for the program, parents must attend one of the two meetings. Parents can register for the parent information meetings via this link: PARENT INFORMATION MEETING. The program will be open to students throughout the entire district, not just those that live within the Griggs Road zone. The registration form and all required documentation must be submitted by Monday, February 24, 2025, by 3 p.m.
The district will hold a lottery on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, to select the students who will be eligible to enroll in the Montessori classes for the 2025-2026 school year.
Shortly following the lottery, families will be notified of their placement. Families who are not placed within the Montessori program will have the option to be added to a waiting list for any opening that may occur. Families who registered a pre-kindergarten aged child for the Montessori program who was not selected will have the option to be screened for the district’s pre-kindergarten program.
For more information about our Montessori program, click here to visit the Early Childhood Education Section on the website to access the answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Clover School District will open on a one-hour delay, tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025. While roads are relatively clear at this time, we believe the delay will improve visibility where any icy patches are concerned.
Start times for tomorrow will be as follows:
Elementary Schools–8:35 a.m.
Middle Schools–9:00 a.m.
High Schools–10:00 a.m.
We encourage all families to take necessary safety precautions when traveling to school tomorrow.
Public Information Officer Stephanie Knott and Clover High School Band Director Rick Langdale joined Palmetto Mornings today to discuss The Pride of Clover's upcoming appearance in the 137th Rose Bowl Parade sponsored by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association.
Listen at https://www.wrhi.com/2025/01/01-21-2025-rick-langdale-band-director-clover-high-school-stephanie-knott-public-information-officer-for-clover-schools-196232
Due to frigid temperatures and worsening weather conditions especially on our side roads, all CSD schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22. CSD will conduct an E-Learning Day on Monday, February 17, to make up for tomorrow’s closure. Details about the E-Learning Day will be forthcoming, but please know that we are aware that families may have made plans for intercession. Stay safe and warm and enjoy your snow day.
Out of an abundance of caution, Clover School District (CSD) has canceled all afternoon and evening activities on our campuses beginning at 5 p.m. today. Our community is under a winter weather advisory from 4 p.m. today through 9 a.m. tomorrow.
CSD will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22. This delay will allow our staff to evaluate conditions in the morning to determine whether we can open safely or whether it will be necessary to cancel school and plan for an inclement weather make-up day on Monday, February 17.
CSD honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thanks to CLEER Air Filters and Southern Edge for hosting a Teacher Appreciation event at Zo.ra yesterday afternoon! Our staff had an amazing time connecting and enjoying your hospitality.
Beth McAllister, a math teacher at Clover High School (CHS), has been named one of five finalists for the South Carolina Upstate Region's Difference Maker of the Year contest presented by Josten's.
McAllister was nominated for the award by CHS Principal Donna Farris. In her nomination, Farris wrote:
"Mrs. McAllister embodies the essence of a Difference Maker through her unwavering dedication to her students, both academically and personally. She is described as someone who 'always goes above and beyond for anyone and everyone,' becoming not just a teacher but a mentor and friend. One student shared how they would 'intentionally come in early just to sit in her class and talk,' underscoring the deep connection she fosters with her students. Her ability to be both a supportive educator and a comforting presence makes her truly exceptional.
"Her impact in the classroom is equally impressive. Mrs. McAllister has a unique talent for making difficult subjects like Algebra 2 accessible and enjoyable. One student, who previously struggled with math, admitted, 'I hate math, but Mrs. McAllister made learning easy and fun.' Another student credited her with reigniting their passion for a math-related career, saying, 'Mrs. McAllister made me start loving math again.' Her patient, individualized approach ensures that every student feels understood and supported, whether through one-on-one help or even allowing a student to 'listen to music on a test' to accommodate their learning style.
"Beyond her teaching, Mrs. McAllister’s kindness and positivity have left a lasting impact on her students. She is fondly remembered as a 'ray of sunshine' who 'always hugged people and made us feel like her own children.' Her influence extends beyond academics, as she helps students navigate life’s challenges, offering advice on everything from college to personal struggles. Mrs. McAllister’s ability to inspire, support, and connect with her students makes her a deserving candidate for the SC Upstate Jostens Difference Makers award."
During School Board Appreciation Month, Clover School District extends our thanks to the School Board members who make decisions in the best interest of our students even during challenging times. Today, we highlight School Board Member Tracy Stiff.
