The Raider Professional
What's Going On In Raider Nation Vol. 2 Issue 1
Moving From Theory to Practice!
We had a great start to the 2022-2023 school year. We will do our very best as professional educators, to take effective actionable steps daily to provide the best service for our students.
This year will be challenging, but we have an amazing team with the right resources to experience success moving from THEORY to PRACTICE.
We have 4 district and school goals we will focus on.
- 80% of students in 9th grade will earn a passing grade in all their courses.
- Increase our percentage of College and Career Ready students by 5 percentage points.
- Increase our school graduation rate by 2 points.
- Improve EOCEP results for all courses and sub groups.
As we move forward this year, let's keep lines of communication open and keep students first.
We are Champion Raiders!
Featured Points To Focus On
- Develop rapport, build strong relationships, and set expectations for students.
- Stand at your door to encourage students to move swiftly to class.
- Take attendance every block and communicate to students the importance of being on time (Please check your email regarding attendance and allow time to teach our students expectations.)
- Submit your lesson plans to your Department Leader and Subject Administrator weekly.
- Make sure you communicate your standards, objectives, and agenda when teaching.
- Constantly check for understanding using different methods.
- Contact parents regarding attendance/ behavior/academic issues. Maintain a contact log, which will be turned in each Wednesday to your subject administrator.
Raider Dates To Remember
Monday, August 15, 2022
This is the final day we have to get prepared for our students.
(Make sure to check your email for additional details)
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
First Day of School for Students!
(Make sure to check your email for additional details.)
Textbook distribution (8/16/ 2022 - 8/26/2022)
(Make sure to check your email for additional details)
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Friday, August 19, 2022
Class Meetings in the theater
(Make sure to check your email for additional details)
Home Football Game Vs. Dreher High School @ 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
PTSO and SIC meeting virtually. Check your email for details.
2022 Sportsarama Best Cheerleading Squad! Congratulations to Our W.J. Keenan Cheer Team!
The W.J. Keenan "Raider Rubber Band" is Ready for the 2022-2023 School Year!
Tyler Meschwitz, Assistant Principal
Mr. Tyler F. Meschwitz is a proud graduate of South Carolina public schools.
Mr. Meschwitz is a veteran educator who has served in Richland School District One since 2015. Most recently, he served as a social studies teacher at Eau Claire High School, where he led the Freshman Academy team, served as social studies Department Lead, as well as Assistant Athletic Director, Head Wrestling and Head Girls Soccer Coach.
Mr. Meschwitz received his BA in History and MAT in Secondary Social Studies from Coastal Carolina University and his M.Ed. in Administration from Lamar University.
He currently serves WJ Keenan as Assistant Principal
Kimberly Jeter, Assistant Principal
Kimberly C. Jeter is a native of Columbia, South Carolina. She holds degrees from Columbia College (Bachelor’s of Arts in Business Administration), East Carolina University (Master’s of Education in Middle Grades Education), and Arkansas State University (Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership).
Mrs. Jeter is a second career educator with 17 years of experience in teaching Business Education, middle grades and high school mathematics, and educational leadership. She began her teaching career in 2005 in Raleigh, North Carolina teaching Business and technology courses at West Millbrook Middle School.
In 2008 she returned to Columbia and began teaching mathematics in the Sumter School District for 4 years. In 2012, she began teaching middle grades mathematics in Richland School District Two in the School of Zoological & Botanical Studies magnet program at Longleaf Middle School. In 2019 she became the Lead Teacher of the program. Transitioning in 2021 to Westwood High School as an Assistant Administrator with duties consisting of Administrator over 9th grade, designing and managing school bell schedules, testing coordinator for MAP, ACT WorkKeys, and AP assessments,and new teacher support.
Currently, she serves as an Assistant Principal at W.J. Keenan High School with responsibilities consisting of Administrator over the Raider Freshman Academy, Attendance, math and Career-Technology departments.
Mrs. Jeter has a passion for making a difference in students’ lives while assisting and supporting them and their families on their individual pathways to success.
She is married to Mr. Rayfield Jeter, II and has one lovely and talented step-daughter, Ainsley Jeter.
Jabar Hankins, Assistant Principal
Jabar K. Hankins is a native of Columbia, SC. He is a product of Richland One and most importantly, a proud W. J. Keenan alumnus, where he began his career as a student teacher. Mr. Hankins has served the Richland One community in various capacities for more than twenty-five years as an English teacher, literacy coach, Secondary English Curriculum Consultant, and district high school instructional coach.
Mr. Hankins earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Education from South Carolina State University, and a Master of Education degree from Columbia College. In addition, he earned an Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.) in Literacy from Converse College, and holds his principal certification from Lamar University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organizational Leadership at Columbia International University.
The return to Keenan is a full circle moment for Mr. Hankins, who considers it an honor to be “back home” serving the Raider family.
Mr. Whaley Releases 23rd Track On Richland One Records For The Start of School
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W.J. Keenan High School
Our Mission
The mission of W. J. Keenan High School is to provide engaging educational opportunities through a rigorous curriculum, cutting edge technology, and partnerships to extend to our diverse community and produce first class citizens who will contribute to the present and excel in the future. WE ARE KEENAN!
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a nationally known high school that is highly regarded for its academic excellence, leadership in cutting edge technology, science, environmental, and career based programs. A high school that builds strong relationships with all stakeholders and continues a culture where the expectation is to lead, set the example, and raise standards for all to follow.
Email: vondre.whaley@richlandone.org
Website: http://keenan.richlandone.org/
Location: 361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC, USA
Phone: 803-714-2500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenanraiders/
Twitter: @wjkeenan