Fins Up Newsletter
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
May 12, 2023
It was an awesome week at MAST! We were able to finalize all testing (except a few make ups) but for the most part everything is complete! It was amazing to see how much our sharks have grown this year in academics! I am so glad we get 10 more days to celebrate and award our students for all of their hard work! Thank you for sharing your sweet students with us this year. Next week is full of activities so we have added all of the school wide activities on the calendar. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. Have a wonderful weekend!
Committed to Success,
Heather Touchberry
Dive into K5 Night
We had a great time welcoming our newest SHARK families to MAST!
Women Who Love Us
Lower Montessori celebrated important women by hosting a breakfast for moms, grandmas, and other influential women in the students' lives.
Shark Tank Fun
3rd grade's problem in the Shark Tank was to raise the tiger 4 inches and move it to a safe place.
Library Book Returns
Don't forget to find your library books and turn them back into the media center!
SCHOOL EVENTS
MAST Wins National Award
McKissick Academy of Science & Technology (MAST) has been named a 2023 Magnet School of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. MAST is one of only five elementary schools in South Carolina to receive a Merit award in 2023. [https://mast.pickens.k12.sc.us/o/mast/article/1106490 ]
Congrats to MAST- Distinguished PLTW Launch School!!
We are so excited to announce that we are a Distinguished PLTW Launch School for the 2nd year in a row!!! Way to go to our teachers that co teach with Ms. Clark, our coaches for helping to organize schedules, and Ms. Clark for her leadership in the Shark Tank! This is a huge testament to our entire school and the amazing things that are happening at MAST! I am SO proud to work here everyday!
Couldn't make it to the Art Show? No problem! You can still purchase! See below!
MAST Alumni Clap Out
Awards Dates
Shark SWAG Party
Students that turn in 10 Shark SWAGs will participate in a foam party! Check the graphic for important details!
PTO Sales and Field Day
If you are interested in attending field day, you will need to be volunteered trained and background checked. Please reach out to Mrs. Moore if you have any questions.
The Open Book Project Donations
The Open Book Project hosts 2 book fairs per year to fund educational grants in our community. We are collecting gently used books for them. There will be a bin in the front office. Please use the QR code in the picture to follow them on social media.
STEMsational Summer Enrichment
MAST IS HOSTING SUMMER STEM ENRICHMENT
MAST Fundraisers
SHARK Spirit Rock
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vBLqddeF8_VIOX9hdDiv9yMhXzOjgDY4qjpdcpUdO84/edit?usp=sharing
Reading Corner
Complete this month's reading challenge! Turn into Mrs. Spearman for a treat!
STEM CORNER
Spring is a great time to do STEM at home! Check out this website for some great ideas to do with your children of all ages.
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
APRIL 2023 CALENDAR
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