Fins Up Newsletter
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology: 2.14.2022
Week of February 14, 2022
It was a busy 5 day week this past week! You will see below many of the activities our Sharks were able to participate in throughout the week. Our district is lifting a few more protocols this week including lunch with students and field trips opening up. We are also VERY excited about one of our most popular Title I events: Sweetheart Dance that we are able to have this Thursday 2/17. Of course, your shark's sweetheart is you or a loved one. This Title I sponsored event is to celebrate family, love, and communication between families. We will have a guest speaker during your dinner time to discuss the balance of family, school, work, and how all of that functions together. Please send in your RSVP if you haven't, so that we are able to accommodate plenty of food. We look forward to spending time with your families!
Finally, Friday, February 18 and Monday, February 21 are holidays for students and teachers for President's Day. We will have a busy 4 day week this week!
Committed to Success,
Heather Touchberry
Valentine's Day Fun
Mrs. Touchberry and Mr. Shipman had fun with a few classes by reading aloud and acting out the book. Anything to promote the love of reading!
Shark Squad
The Cosmology class from SDPC Career Center came and loved on our girls, teaching them to value themselves and the importance of self talk, while treating them to hair blow outs and nails!
Music Engineers
Mrs. Terry’s 4th grade students used their knowledge of sound to create instruments.
Parent Eating Lunch with Students
As of February 22, parents can come eat lunch with students. Please contact your child’s teacher to schedule this. We are excited to have you back in person!
Magnet School Email and Applications
The School District of Pickens County will begin sending out magnet information and applications for next school year. However, this is only for "new" magnet students that are not currently here and enrolled at McKissick. There is no need to apply again once accepted. However, in the spring we will send out confirmation forms for our current students. We are so thankful for you! All Applications are due February 17th
Family Engagement Opportunities
Please RSVP in your child's folder! **THIS WEEK!
**Save the Dates!
**Only 15 weeks until MAST Summer of STEM**
Stay tuned to a HUGE celebration of Excellence with our students in March because of our MSA National Excellence Award!
Yearbook Sales!
PTO Information
February Lunch Menu
The lunch menu is below. Just a reminder that all student lunches are free to families this year through federal Covid-19 funding.
http://sdpcnutrition.com/Portals/1/Docs/Menu/Right%20Menu/McKissick%20Academy.pdf
***Due to food shortages in the nation, lunch choices are subject to change on a daily basis.
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
Email: heathertouchberry@pickens.k12.sc.us
Website: https://mast.pickens.k12.sc.us/
Location: 156 McKissick Road, Easley, SC, USA
Phone: 864.397.2200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MASTFINSUP
Twitter: @mastfinsup