25-26 Student Fee (Pay for School and Course Fees) Note: You will need your student's student ID # The student ID # can be found on a previous report card or on parent portal. https://payments.efundsforschools.com/v3/districts/56366
5/30/25 Friday Message
Good Afternoon NMS Students & Parents:
We hope you are doing well and having a great Friday! If Your child is scheduled to attend NMS Summer School due to failure in ELA and/or Math core classes during the 2024-2025 school year. Attendance and participation from your child are mandatory to be promoted to the next grade level. If your child does not attend, is a behavior issue, or attends and does not put forth adequate effort in classes (as determined by summer school teachers and student performance), they will be retained in their current grade level for the 2025-2026 school year.
Note: Students that received an invite (hard copy) from Administrator, Letter mailed home to parent/guardian, or parent contacted by school officials will need to attend Summer School 2025.
NMS Summer School will begin on Monday, June 2nd. Summer school will run Monday through Thursday each week during the month of June from 8:00 - 11:30 AM each day. Students will be taught by certified teachers, focusing on ELA and Math content. Students will be served breakfast and a to-go bag lunch each day. All students will report to the NMS Cafeteria to start the day.
Dates:
June 2 - 5
June 9 - 12
June 16 - 29
June 23 - 26
Times:
8:00 - 11:30 AM each day
School Rules:
All school rules from the NMS Student Handbook and SDNC Code of Conduct will apply during summer school. This includes the district cell phone policy. Consequences for violating school rules will follow the code of conduct and could result in dismissal from summer school. Dismissal from summer school will result in students being retained for the 2025-2026 school year.
Student Materials:
Students will be provided with materials at school and do not need to bring any items.
Car Rider Dropoff/Pickup:
Car Riders will be dropped off at the Cafe breezeway near the NMS Cafeteria (Note: Students will begin each day at the NMS Cafeteria) Students can enter the cafeteria at 7:50AM
Summer School Contact Information:
Please call the school at 803-321-2640 if you have any questions. You can also reach out to Stacie Coleman, NMS Summer School Lead Administrator if you have any questions. You may also email at scoleman@sdnc.org
Thank you again for your support with this opportunity for your child. We are excited to see their growth during this summer and gaining additional skills needed to be successful in the next grade.
🎉 Celebrating Tracy Werts 🎉
After 20 incredible years of dedicated service as the school nurse at NMS, we celebrate Tracy Werts as she begins a well-earned retirement!
Your compassion, care, and unwavering support have made a lasting impact on generations of students and staff. From bandaging scrapes to offering kind words on tough days, you've been a source of comfort and strength for our entire school community.
💐 Happy Retirement, Tracy!
You will be deeply missed, but your legacy of care and kindness will live on at NMS for years to come.
With love and gratitude,
Your NMS Family
A big thank you to Mr. Reid for his generous $200 donation to the Newberry Middle School Raffle Attendance Incentive Raffle, which rewards teachers who go an entire month without an absence.
This year, we had a record number of teachers qualify for the raffle—an incredible achievement!
We're excited to announce that the 2024–2025 Cash Winner of $200 is Coach Gunter!
(Pictured here proudly with his winnings!)
Congratulations, Coach Gunter, and thank you to all the dedicated teachers who help make NMS a great place to learn!
We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Ashley Swygert is the 2024–2025 Newberry Middle School Faculty & Staff Attendance Air B & B/Edisto Beach Trip Winner! 🏖️
As a reward for outstanding attendance and dedication, Dr. Swygert will enjoy a relaxing weekend getaway for two at a beautiful beach house in Edisto Beach, South Carolina during Fall 2025.
This well-deserved retreat is made possible thanks to the generosity of Mr. Reid, Principal of Newberry Middle School.
Enjoy the sun, sand, and serenity, Dr. Swygert—thank you for your commitment to excellence!
Quarter 4 Awards (6th/7th Grade) Newberry Middle School
5/21/25- Proud of the Tigers!
Darius York (former NMS Student/NHS Graduate) Haven presents award to NMS Students for Attendance. GO TIGERS!
We are excited to welcome Hannah Rutland as the newest member of the Newberry Middle School faculty! Ms. Rutland will be joining us as a Social Studies teacher.
A recent graduate of Winthrop University, Ms. Rutland completed her student teaching at Lancaster High School, where she gained valuable classroom experience and a passion for helping students connect with history and the world around them. Most recently, she has been serving as a substitute teacher in Fairfield County, SC, further expanding her skills and versatility in the classroom.
Please join us in giving Ms. Rutland a warm Newberry welcome — we are thrilled to have her as part of the NMS family!
1. My Full Name is: Hannah C. Rutland
2. What city and state were you born in? I was born in Columbia, South Carolina
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in? I have lived in Ridgeway, South Carolina. I also stayed in Rock Hill, South Carolina during my time at Winthrop University.
4. What is your favorite movie? My favorite movie would probably have to be Twister or Sweet Home Alabama
5. What is your favorite musician/band? My favorite band would probably have to be Fleetwood Mac or Queen and my favorite musician Reba McEntire or Tim McGraw.
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is? My favorite kind of food is comfort. Although I think my favorite food is chicken and dumplings or alfredo.
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) I attended Midlands Technical College and earned an associate’s degree in science. I also attended Winthrop University and earned a bachelor's degree in individualized studies with a minor in educational studies and concentrations in history and psychology.
8. My favorite book? My favorite book would probably be Pet Sematary by Stephen King or The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin.
9. My favorite quote is? My favorite quote would have to be “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”- Maya Angelou
10. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Honest
11. Name your first automobile/vehicle. My first vehicle was a Chrysler 200.
12. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position: I have held cashiering jobs at Sonic Drive-In and Dollar Tree. I have also worked as an academic computer lab operator at Winthrop University. I am currently working as a substitute teacher at Fairfield Central High School.
Coach Singleton gives his 1st place award (I-ready 1st place 8th grade incentive award winner)
Pictured at the NMS 5/20/25 Promotion Ceremony @ NMS (Location: Gym)
J. Bishop (8th Grader 24-25) Miss NMS- selects her $1,000.00 Winner! Pictured with Ms. Emily Gantt, NMS Band Director
GO TIGERS!
RE: Pictured at the NMS Promotion Ceremony 5/20/25
Griffin Wix- Woodmen Award (American History Award) Presented by Carol Marlow at the 5/20/25 Promotion Ceremony
Congratulations to the 8th Grade Class of 2025! Future Bulldogs!
Promotion Ceremony on 5/20/25
🎉 Welcome, Demarcus Gilmore! 🎉
We are thrilled to welcome Demarcus Gilmore as the new Physical Education Teacher at Newberry Middle School!
A proud former Tiger and standout athlete with the Newberry High School Bulldogs Football team, Demarcus brings passion, experience, and deep community roots to our school. He recently earned his master’s degree and is eager to inspire and engage our students through physical education and teamwork.
Let’s give him a warm NMS welcome as he begins this exciting new chapter!
GO TIGERS! 🐅
1. My Full Name is: Answer: Demarcus Gilmore
2. What city and state were you born in? Answer: Newberry south carolina
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in? Answer: Pasadena California, Towson Maryland
4. What is your favorite movie? Answer: Baby boy
5. What is your favorite musician/band? Lil Baby/ Drake
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is? Answer: Favorite food is wings favorite meal is pot roast mac and cheese
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) Please add information below: Pasadena City college (associate) Towson University (bachelors) Northwest Missouri State University (masters)
8. My favorite book? Where Tomorrow's Arent promised- Carmelo anthony
9. My favorite quote is? Answer: I can't relate to lazy people dedication makes dreams come true and everything negative- pressure, challenges is all an opportunity for me to rise - kobe bryant
10. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Answer: Humble
11. Name your first automobile/vehicle. Answer: Chrysler 200
12. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position: In School suspension monitor, Director of operations assistant. Collegiate assistant offensive line coach
Subject: NMS: May 2025 Student, Teacher, and Support Staff of the Month (GO TIGERS!)
May 2025
6th Grade: Zan Borden
7th Grade: Jalen Dunbar
8th Grade: Vansh Dhanoa
Teacher: Shannon Reid
Support Staff: Officer Caleb Kierstead
5/15/25 Newberry Transportation Bus Banquet
Congratulations to these Transportation Retirees (See Picture)
Compliments of M. Mendenhall.
Summer Reading Opportunity
Students will need to wear "Sunday Best" to the 5/20 Promotion Ceremony and the Q4 Awards on 5/21. See Posters!
Dr. Jeter inducted into the Newberry College Hall of Master Teachers on 5/14/25 at Newberry College Speers Street School (Congratulations, Dr. Jeter!)
Bradleigh Dennis-8th Grade End of the Year SS Project
** assignment was to create Civil Rights Movement campaign-style buttons and attach an artist's statement. (See Pics)
GREAT JOB STUDENTS & MRS. DENNIS!
