We had a blast celebrating with our Time Travelers at the Big E today! Thanks to the Big E in Gaffney for being wonderful hosts! #boydtothefuture
🎭✨ Get ready for a roaring good time, Spartanburg! ✨🎭
Everyone's favorite ogre is taking the stage this April at Spartanburg High School, and you don't want to miss it! Shrek The Musical is bringing all the beloved characters, incredible live music, and yes... even a fire-breathing dragon! 🔥
Join us for this sidesplitting fairy tale adventure at the D7 Fine Arts Center from April 24-27. ✨ Tickets are flying fast, and with reserved seating now open, you’ll want to snag yours today: https://our.show/d7shrek 🎟️
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical features new songs by Jeanine Tesori and a hilarious book by David Lindsay-Abaire. 🏆 It’s a treasure trove of creative magic, with unforgettable costumes, sets, and puppets. Plus, it’s fun for the whole family—beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre! 🌟
Don't wait—get your tickets before they’re gone!
Our iReady Spring Diagnostics begin this week! Rest, recharge, and come in ready to show how you've grown! #boydtothefuture
"Rock Your Socks" this coming Friday, March 21 in honor of World Down Syndrome Day! Wear your most colorful, awesome socks! #wdsd2025 #boydtothefuture
Our second graders were so appreciative to have our friends and Rotary Readers to visit us today to share a book! #boydtothefuture
Our sound of the day in 5K was "Aaaargh!" as Pirate Day was in full swing! We are grateful to author and current JBE grandparent, Melinda Long, who read her books with our 5K students! #boydtothefutaaargh
Spring Picture Day is tomorrow, Tuesday, March 18! #boydtothefuture
The lights are out. The stage is dark. Another amazing year of a JBE Production is complete! We are so grateful to our production team, our staff, parents, and most importantly, to our students for making this such a special experience! Disney's "Aristocats: Kids" is in the books! #boydtothefuture #jbeproduction24-25
Order your yearbook asap! #boydtothefuture
🎵 🎻🪘🎷🎹 March is Music in Our Schools Month! 🎵 🎻🪘🎷🎹
For 40 years, March has been officially designated by the National Association for Music Education for the observance of Music In Our Schools Month. It is a time of year when schools and communities across the nation raise awareness about the importance of music education for all children, celebrate our music teachers and programs within the community, and demonstrate the value school music brings to students of all ages.
In District 7, many of our annual school musicals take place during March and April. We invite our Spartanburg community to come enjoy these productions! The centerpiece of our musicals lineup is Spartanburg High School's production of Shrek The Musical, which takes place in our District 7 Fine Arts Center on April 24-27, 2025 and features students from our elementary, middle and high schools. Tickets are now on sale at https://our.show/D7Shrek! We also encourage you to explore the many other concerts and special music events presented by our schools.
D7 students have an extra spring in their step as their dedication and hard work culminates in these opportunities to showcase the beautiful music they create! Together, they lift their voices and make their instruments soar - Going for Great in one symphony of sights and sounds!
🎵 District 7 School Musicals for 2024-2025 🎵
Jesse Boyd Elementary: Aristocats Kids
March 11-13 – 9 am and 6pm
Cleveland Academy: Finding Nemo Kids
April 1 and 3 – 10 am, April 2 – 6 pm
Mary H. Wright Elementary: Willy Wonka, Jr.
April 1 – 10 am and 6 pm, April 3 – 6 pm
Pine Street Elementary: Aladdin, Jr.
December 4-6, 2024
E. P. Todd School: Into the Woods
March 17-18 – 9 am and 6:30 pm
Spartanburg High School: Shrek The Musical
April 24-26 – 7 pm, April 27 – 3 pm
Friendly Reminder!
Friday, March 14 is an eLearning day for students, serving as a make-up day for some of the six school days missed last fall during Hurricane Helene.
We are continually inspired by the resilience of our students and the dedication of our families in supporting their success. Your partnership makes all the difference! Students will have two school days after each make-up day to complete and submit their eLearning assignments.
For families in need of childcare and eLearning support, the City of Spartanburg is offering two FREE day camps:
🔹 Ages 5-12: CC Woodson Community Center (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
🔹 Ages 13-17: Dr. TK Gregg Center (12 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
Snacks will be provided! While participation is free, advance registration is required—please scan the QR codes on the attached flyers for details.
We are incredibly grateful for the City’s partnership in supporting our students and families. Thank you, parents and caregivers, for your unwavering support, flexibility, and commitment to your child’s education! 📚✨
Spartanburg School District 7 Closure Announcement – Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Due to the strong wind advisory in effect from 4 AM to 7 PM by the National Weather Service, Spartanburg District 7 schools will be closed on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Forecasts indicate sustained winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. In accordance with state safety regulations, school bus operations must be suspended when gusts exceed 45 mph, making travel unsafe for our students and staff.
Unlike other weather-related closures earlier this year, this will not be an eLearning day, as we have exhausted our allotted eLearning days for the year.
The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we navigate this weather-related closure. Please take all necessary precautions, stay safe, and look out for one another. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Thursday.
We shared an amazing time with the Berea College Country Dancers the past two days! A huge thanks to them for their time with us! #boydtothefuture
Updates on our NEW Jesse Boyd Elementary
Exciting progress is underway on the projects approved in our capital plan and in the 2024 Referendum! Just this week, you may notice activity on the former McCracken Middle School site as we begin demolition to make way for our NEW Jesse Boyd Elementary.
A webpage for project updates has been created here:
https://www.spartanburg7.org/New_JBE
Check it out to see the design concepts, preliminary site plan, project timeline, project partners and more. We will continue to make updates on this page throughout the project.
At this point, residents may notice increased activity around the site, including construction vehicles, heavy equipment, and noise. We recognize this may impact nearby businesses and neighborhoods so we are proactively reaching out to make them aware. Communications will also be sent to our D7 families who live in the area, with a particular suggestion to talk with any student drivers in their household who may travel Webber Road on the way to school or otherwise. District 7 is dedicated to being a good neighbor, to keeping disruption to a minimum, and to helping our community stay informed every step of the way.
Similar webpages are coming soon with updates about the Mary H. Wright addition, which will host our new need-based 3K class and the district’s new employee childcare program; and the new District Transportation Office addition (not part of the referendum), which will provide training space to support the professional expertise of our transportation team.
Stay tuned to travel this journey with D7 as we are GOING FOR GREAT!
See project updates here: http://spartanburg7.org/New_JBE
NOW OPEN: Applications for School Choice & Out-of-District Tuition
March 1-31, 2025: Apply for rising 1st - 12th Grades
July 15-31, 2025: Apply for rising 5K
Families interested in School Choice (for those residing in District 7 who wish to request a school other than their zoned school) or Out-of-District Tuition (for those living outside District 7 who want to enroll their child in a District 7 school) can apply from March 1-31, 2025 for students entering 1st-12th grades for the 2025-2026 school year.
For families with rising 5K students, the application window opens July 15, 2025.
🔹 Already enrolled through School Choice or Out-of-District Tuition? No need to reapply! Your child will remain at their current school. If transitioning to middle school, they will be enrolled in the middle school linked to their current elementary school.
📍 For full details and information, visit spartanburg7.org/schoolchoice.
What an amazing celebration we shared together in honor of Black History Month! Much appreciation to our planning committee, our students, and our staff for making it such a special time! #boydtothefuture
A limo to Krispy Kreme? Don't mind if we do! What a fun way to celebrate our Booster class leaders. Thanks to our PTSO! #boydtothefuture
Good morning, JBE!
🌟 2025-2026 Kindergarten Registration Now Open! 🌟
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we want to ensure all current and future D7 families are well-informed about key enrollment dates and processes. Here’s everything you need to know to help guide families through this exciting time:
🎒 New 3K, 4K, and 5K Student Enrollment (2025-2026) Now Open!
This enrollment period is specifically for new 3K, 4K, and 5K students, as well as current D7 3K students. Current D7 4K students will register for 5K during the returning student registration period after Spring Break. For full details, please visit our Kindergarten Enrollment Page (https://www.spartanburg7.org/kindergarten)
📚 3K Program Details
• Need-based 3K classes are offered at Cleveland Academy of Leadership (located at The Franklin School) and Mary H. Wright Elementary.
• Supported by a Full-Service Community Schools grant in partnership with Spartanburg Academic Movement and D7.
• Acceptance Criteria: Priority given to students with financial and/or developmental needs, and those living in the school’s attendance zones.
🌟 4K Program Details
• Available at all D7 elementary schools, offering need-based 4K programs.
• Similar to 3K, acceptance is based on financial and developmental need through a formal application and assessment.
📅 Important Note for Current 3K & 4K Students:
• Families of students currently in the 3K program should apply for 4K now.
• Families of 4K students will register for 5K after Spring Break—no new student registration required.
🍎 5K Program Details
• Children who turn five years old on or before September 1 of this year must enroll in a public or private 5K program, unless the parent or legal guardian signs a waiver.
• If a waiver is signed, state law requires the child to enroll in 1st grade at age 6 the following year.
• Free 5K programs are available at all D7 schools!
📅 Enrollment Timeline & Process D7 elementary schools are currently accepting:
• 3K Applications
• 4K Applications
• NEW 5K Student Enrollment Forms
What Families Need: Parents can find the required forms and information online at our Kindergarten Enrollment Page (https://www.spartanburg7.org/kindergarten). After filling out the forms, parents will need to bring them to their zoned elementary school along with the necessary documentation to complete the enrollment process.
Additional Resources:
• Find Your School & Attendance Zone (https://www.spartanburg7.org/attendancezone)
• 3K, 4K, and 5K Enrollment Info & Forms (https://www.spartanburg7.org/kindergarten)
📢 5K–12th Grade Returning Student Enrollment (2025-2026): Opening After Spring Break
Returning student enrollment for grades 5K–12 will begin after Spring Break. Parents/guardians will receive an email prompting them to complete the online enrollment process through their FinalForms account.
We’d love your help in spreading the word! We are excited to welcome new families and students to D7! We are so excited for the 2025-2026 school year and can't wait to welcome all of our new students and families to D7! Let’s make this an unforgettable year! 🎉
Register for 25-26 4K and 5K today! #boydtothefuture
