On March 25, 2022, MCSD will be hosting Art's Alive for all schools in Marlboro County. During this time, parents, students, and community members will visit MCHS gymnasium to observe performances from the BMSD Chorus, Theatre, and Band and MCHS band, followed by a Gallery Walk.
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. – Mr. Mike Skipper, long time “Voice of the Marlboro County Bulldogs” passed away on Wednesday, February 16th. Tuesday night, February 22, 2022, at a special called Board meeting, the Marlboro County School Board voted to name the press box at McAlpine Stadium the “Mike Skipper Press Box.”. The motion was made as Chair Jackie Branch relinquished his duties as Chair to Vice Chair, Rev. James E. Smith to make the motion. Mr. Branch stated, “Mike loved sports, especially the Bulldogs, the students in Marlboro County in general. He was one of the most humble and genuine guys you will ever meet. Whenever you heard that unmistakable voice resonate over the PA system, you knew you were in McAlpine Stadium on a Friday night and you knew it would be entertaining. Football games won’t be the same without him. Mike was the kind of person who never realized the impact he had on fans, players, and students alike.”
Mr. Branch’s motion was seconded by Kathy Manville and passed with all voting in favor, with the except of one who abstained.
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Students in Kindergarten through third grade at Bennettsville Primary School participated in making Science Fair Projects. Home room winners were judged for first, second and third place for each grade level. The winners for each grade were recognized this morning. Congratulations to our future scientists!!!
Join us in congratulating Dr. Taquilla LaShay Barksdale on receiving her doctorate degree. Dr. Barksdale is one of our great Assistant Principals at Blenheim Middle School of Discovery. Keep soaring higher and higher Dr. Barksdale! We are so proud of you! 🧑🏽🎓
Fountas and Pinnell small groups taking place in Mrs. Strickland’s ELA class at BIS. They started their new book today “A Fungus Among Us” by Riley Roam. Students are sharing their thoughts about what they think the book will be about based on the title and cover of book.
In Mrs. Murray’s First Grade class at Wallace Elementary Middle, students are learning how to compare and contrast topics or ideas heard, read, or viewed. They are also learning how to read and write words with Consonant Clusters with “r”.
Community/Elected Officials Meeting for Thursday, February 24, 2022
Job Fair - Saturday, March 12, 2022 - 9:00 AM till 11:00AM
Assistance needed.
On Friday and Saturday January 28 -29, 2022 15 members of the Marlboro County High school band program participated in the Eastern District Honor Band Clinic. On February 25-26, 2022 6 of these members will participate in the Region 5 Honor Band Clinic. These students to were selected through an audition process that consisted of playing 4-12 scales, a prepared piece, knowing musical terminology, and sight reading seat placement is based on scores in comparison to those across the Eastern Region and Region 5 in South Carolina.
Please join us in congratulating theses talented musicians.
With COVID taking over the headlines, we tend to forget about the flu. Here is some information you may find helpful.
ATTENTION:
JV Basketball games have been cancelled for today, Thursday, February 3, 2022. Please spread the word.
The mayor of Bennettsville, Dr. Carolyn Prince donated $500 to the Student Government Association (SGA) as a part of a Senior Care Package for the elderly. The SGA will be purchasing the items for the care packages and donating them to the senior citizens who are in need.
Police responded to a potential threat at Marlboro County High School this morning. After working with administration, law enforcement was able to secure the threat. There was no disruption to the school day. We appreciate the hard work of our law enforcement in taking care of these matters so quickly. Safety and security are always top priority in Marlboro County School District.
Marlboro County School District will be hosting a JOB FAIR on Saturday, March 12, 2022. We will be looking for Teachers, Food Service Personnel, Custodians, Bus Drivers, Technicians, and School Counselors. Come out and join our TEAM!
Below is the link to purchase tickets for tonight's basketball away game (1-31-22) against Lakewood High School in Sumter.
https://sumterschools.hometownticketing.com/embed/all?single=1&schools=2
Online tickets only for the varsity girls’ and boys’ basketball game tonight, January 28, 2022, at Crestwood. Go to https://crestwoodathletics.com/ and click MENU, then TICKETS. Complete the one-time registration, select the event and redeem tickets.
The Marlboro County High School Wrestling Team took 3rd place in Region 6 AAA Dual Team Tournament Tuesday, January 25th.
MCHS was defeated by Lake City 72 - 12 (Shane Usher and Trevon Drayton won their matches).
MCHS defeated Lakewood 30-24 (Jameson Bethea, Shane Usher, Jadarius Deese, Trevon Drayton, & Anthony Bostic won their matches)
MCHS was defeated by Camden 48-21 (Shane Usher, Jadarius Deese, Damien Krampitz and Jameson Bethea won their matches)
MCHS defeated Manning 1-0 (Forfeit) They have two wrestlers and did not compete in the team competition.
Region 6 AAA Wrestling Team Final Standings
1-Lake City
2-Camden
3-Marlboro County
4-Lakewood
5-Manning
MCHS will be competing in the Individual Region 6 AAA Tournament this Friday. Next week they will travel for a first-round playoff match. Details to come.
Please get excited for their FIRST COMPETITIVE WIN OF THE SEASON IN A TEAM MATCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Members of the Marlboro County High School Team:
Jameson Bethea
Shane Usher
Romeon Easterling
Jadarius Deese
Damien Krampitz
Kayson Knight
Trevon Drayton
Jimil Stubbs
Anthony Bostic
Head Coach - Tony McMillan
Assistant Coach - Graham Barksdale
Marlboro County School District will operate on a 2 hour delay Monday, January 24, 2022. This applies to all schools and offices. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Everyone stay safe and we will see you tomorrow!
On Thursday, January 20, 2022, ONLY Varsity Girls will play @ MCHS, starting at 6:00 p.m. against Camden. VARSITY BOYS GAME HAS BEEN CANCELLED.