What a wonderful trip to the movies with our third graders this evening! #boydtothefuture #jbeconcertseries2425
We are so proud of our students who represented JBE and District 7 do well in our SC State Elementary Honor Choir! #boydtothefuture
💛🚍 February is Love the Bus Month! 🚍💛
Every morning and afternoon, Spartanburg School District 7's incredible school bus drivers ensure that more than 7,200 students arrive safely to and from school. They are the first smiling faces students see at the start of the day and the last to wish them well on the way home. Their dedication, kindness, and commitment to safety do not go unnoticed! 💛👏
This week, let's take a moment to show our gratitude to the amazing men and women behind the wheel. A simple "Thank You" can mean the world to those who work tirelessly to keep our students safe—especially as schools face ongoing bus driver shortages. 🚌✨
💛 Interested in making a difference? D7 is hiring bus drivers! If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can have a positive impact on students and families, visit D7 Drive a Bus (https://www.spartanburg7.org/driveabus) to learn more.
🚍 To all our bus drivers — THANK YOU! You are essential, and we appreciate all that you do! 👏💛
#D7isGoingForGreat
#ToInspireAndEquip
🌟🎉 Happy School Resource Officer Day! 🎉🌟
Today, we celebrate our amazing School Resource Officers across Spartanburg School District 7! 🚔💙 These dedicated men and women are so much more than just safety personnel; they are invaluable members of our school family.
From the moment they walk through our doors, our SROs engage with students and staff, building lasting relationships that foster trust and support within our school community. They are always present, in the hallways, at events, and on the playground, making sure everyone feels safe and valued. Their commitment to ensuring a safe learning environment allows our students to thrive, and their positive influence inspires our youth to be their best selves every day. 🌟
Here’s to our SROs – thank you for your service, your guidance, and for being an essential part of our school life! We appreciate all that you do to keep us safe and help shape our future leaders! 💪🛡️ #SRODay #D7isGoingForGreat #ToInspireAndEquip
As a Reminder! Tomorrow, Friday, February 14 is an eLearning days for students, serving as a make-up day for some of the six school days missed last fall during Hurricane Helene. Legislators are still discussing whether to grant school boards flexibility to waive additional days.
Students will have two school days after each make-up day to complete and submit their eLearning assignments. If you need childcare, the City of Spartanburg is offering two day camps for students – one for ages 5-12 at CC Woodson Community Center from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and one for ages 13-17 at the Dr. TK Gregg Center from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Snacks will be served and there is NO COST to participate, but advance registration is required. We are thankful for the City’s partnership in supporting our students!
Hot off the press! The February issue of 7Headlines is here!
This edition is packed with celebrations—Jesse Boyd’s 60th anniversary, a kindergarten enrollment overview, all the fun Scene in 7 moments, and details on how to secure free tickets to see the U.S. Navy Concert Band live at Spartanburg High on March 13. This special performance honors 100 years of service by the U.S. Navy Band—don’t miss it!
Check out all the highlights in this festive issue: https://tinyurl.com/7HeadlinesFeb2025
We’re feeling the love as we Go for Great in D7!
Photos, Video, and Media Coverage of Jesse Boyd's 60th Anniversary
Current and former students, staff and families as well as Spartanburg community members "came home to JBE" to celebrate the school's 60th anniversary on Friday, January 31, 2025. This last major milestone in the current school building was special time to reflect on past accomplishments, celebrate the school’s history and the people who helped build it along the way, and enjoy some good ole' Bulldog fun!
A school-wide assembly included several special guest speakers from decades past, a time for anyone in attendance to share memories or share messages with current students and staff, and a dance performance by students highlighting each of the last six decades. Video greetings from alumni Trey Gowdy, former United States Representative for South Carolina and current host of the national television show “Sunday Night in America” on FOX News, and and The entire school participated in a parade of the decades following the assembly, and guests enjoyed a reception hosted by PTO. It was truly a great day at JBE! We invite you to enjoy the brief highlight video and peruse the photo gallery and news coverage from the Spartanburg Herald-Journal below.
See the Spartanburg Herald-Journal photos: https://www.goupstate.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2025/01/31/a-celebration-of-the-60-years-of-history-at-jesse-boyd-elementary/78090773007/
Read the Spartanburg Herald-Journal story: https://www.goupstate.com/story/news/education/2025/02/04/jesse-boyd-celebrates-60th-anniversary-looks-forward-to-new-school/78184670007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawIXR2lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdo0C8w-NuismYkAo8SwCVCdxuq3LRftQOIy1zDcVBZDJc0toGoakHaorg_aem_0XRap2bHZBGzT9xFabxgbA
From the article: Lawrence Anderson takes a piece of Jesse Boyd Elementary School wherever he goes. Anderson has served 24 years in the Air Force and has completed six deployments worldwide. Friday, Anderson sat next to his fifth-grade teacher, Virginia Adams, before he spoke to the group that gathered for the daylong celebration of Jesse Boyd Elementary School's 60th anniversary. "It's always special when you sit down next to your fifth-grade teacher," he said.
Honoring Our Incredible PTO Presidents!
At this month’s School Board meeting, we had the privilege of celebrating the dedicated parents who lead our schools’ Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs). Two years ago, we began a tradition of recognizing these outstanding leaders, and what better time than February — the month of love — to show our appreciation for their hard work and heart?
Our PTO presidents are the backbone of parent involvement in our schools. They are organizers, planners, decision-makers, fundraisers, and community builders. But most of all, they are champions for our students, families, and staff. Their tireless dedication strengthens the bridge between home and school, creating a culture of collaboration that benefits everyone.
To officially welcome them as “insiders” in our D7 family, we presented them with a special gift — the exclusive District 7 golf umbrella. This coveted item is typically reserved for faculty, staff, and board members, making it a fitting symbol of the invaluable role these leaders play in our district.
Join us in celebrating our 2023-2024 PTO presidents:
🎉 Cleveland Academy – Shaqual McMillian
🎉 Drayton Mills – Brandy Simpson
🎉 EP Todd – Christel Schweizer
🎉 Jesse Boyd – Kinsey Blackwell
🎉 Mary H. Wright – Rashida Davidson
🎉 Pine Street – Jessica Virgadamo
🎉 Carver – Regina Kershaw (not pictured)
🎉 McCracken – Erica McCarthy
🎉 Spartanburg High – Sarah Zemp
These leaders embody the true spirit of service, and we are beyond grateful for their passion, energy, and commitment. Thank you for everything you do to make our schools stronger!
🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟
Our exceptional counseling teams in Spartanburg School District 7 are in the spotlight this week! Their dedication to nurturing the minds and hearts of our students makes a world of difference. 💖
From the compassion they show in helping our youngest elementary learners navigate social skills and develop resilience, to the guidance they provide middle schoolers during crucial transitional years both academically and personally, to the mentorship they offer in helping high school students explore college and career paths—their roles are vital in shaping all students’ futures. 🎓
Thank you to these heroes for being our students’ champions, believing in their potential, offering a safe space to talk, providing essential resources, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We appreciate the countless ways they inspire and equip students to reach their full potential!
Lisa Kerns - Career Specialist for all middle schools; Jesse Boyd - Patricia (Tricia) Pressley; Cleveland Academy - Karen Meadow-Rogers; Drayton Mills - Bettina Johnson, Courtney Huffman; Mary H. Wright - Kenneth Smith, Le'Jeta Proctor; Pine Street - Natalie Mullen, Jodi Stepp; EP Todd - Brandon Jones, Dr. Shani Fischer; Carver - Ebony Smith-Salters, Andrea Little, Erica Smith; McCracken - Daniel O'Brien, Naila Ray, Anthony Brothers; Spartanburg High - Erin Lyerly, Terri Roberson, Shara Jones, O'Shay Davenport, Denise Foster, Dr. Matt Love, Lauren Hicklin, Piper Holmes, Addie Jones; Daniel Morgan Technology - Teleisha Fields, Delilah Goode; Whitlock Flexible Learning - Alison Wight, Fred Ford; MCarthy-Teszler - Carmelita Byrd
🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟
Our exceptional counseling teams in Spartanburg School District 7 are in the spotlight this week! Their dedication to nurturing the minds and hearts of our students makes a world of difference. 💖
From the compassion they show in helping our youngest elementary learners navigate social skills and develop resilience, to the guidance they provide middle schoolers during crucial transitional years both academically and personally, to the mentorship they offer in helping high school students explore college and career paths—their roles are vital in shaping all students’ futures. 🎓
Thank you to these heroes for being our students’ champions, believing in their potential, offering a safe space to talk, providing essential resources, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We appreciate the countless ways they inspire and equip students to reach their full potential!
#D7isGoingForGreat
#ToInspireAndEquip
#NSCW25
Across District 7, our schools are celebrating Black History Month throughout February. Studying important historical and modern-day Black figures and their contributions inspires a wide variety of learning opportunities, such as hosting a wax museum, hearing from guest speakers, creating new inventions, making artwork, school-wide assemblies and spirit days, creating book-inspired quilts, decorating classroom doors, and much more.
Check out our schools’ social media pages for individual lists of events and photos of our students in action throughout the month!
Our Book Fair officially begins tomorrow! All students have received a letter regarding the date of their visits. We also have our Family Book Fair on Tuesday, February 11 from 4-7pm. We hope to see you there!
We had a wonderful 100th Day Celebration today! #boydtothefuture
Reminder: JBE will celebrate the 100th Day of School tomorrow, Friday, January 24! #boydtothefuture
District 7 will hold an eLearning day on Wednesday, January 22 due to winter weather conditions. The National Weather Service has issued both a "Winter Weather Advisory" and a "Severe Weather Advisory" for Spartanburg County, calling for wind chill as low as -7 for tomorrow morning and the possibility of continued snowfall. Unsafe road conditions are expected, as temperatures are projected to remain below freezing throughout tomorrow.
Teachers will communicate details regarding eLearning assignments and additional information about District 7’s eLearning guidelines can be found at spartanburg7.org/eLearning.
Thank you for your understanding, as safety is always our highest priority.
Current and former students, staff and families as well as Spartanburg community members are invited to "come home to JBE" to celebrate our school's 60th anniversary on Friday, January 31, 2025. This last major milestone in our current school building will be a special time to reflect on our past accomplishments, celebrate our history and the people who have helped build it along the way, and enjoy some good ole' Bulldog fun! A school-wide assembly will be held at 9 a.m. including some special guest appearances, followed by a parade of the decades presented by our students and a reception for guests hosted by PTO.
RSVP to Principal Jonathan Duvall at jmduvall@spart7.org or 864.594.4430.
We look forward to seeing everyone for this exciting celebration!
The wait is over! Our 2025-2026 academic school calendar is here, ready to help you map out the school year ahead. From planning family trips to marking key milestones, this essential tool has you covered. Need an easy-to-access version? Simply click here to download it: https://www.spartanburg7.org/d7academiccalendar
We are so proud of our 5th graders who represented JBE so well at District 7's Choral Connections Concert today! #boydtothefuture
We’re beyond excited to welcome the incredible Chef Artina Lindsey to our D7 food service team! A proud Chicago native and a Johnson & Wales University grad, Chef Lindsey brings a world of flavor (and a ton of experience) to the table—from catering to universities, hospitals, and corporate dining. 🍳✨ Her love for sustainable, local cuisine and her knack for creative dishes have already wowed us in our Discovery Kitchen and Global Eats programs. Now, she's ready to make your school meals fresher, tastier, and oh-so-exciting! 🥗
We’re kicking off 2025 with a bang as Chef Lindsey brings her culinary magic to the Student Choice Program! High school students get to sample and vote on mouthwatering, restaurant-inspired dishes, with the winners earning a spot-on future menus. Who's ready to taste and vote like a foodie pro?
With Chef Lindsey leading the charge, beloved programs returning, and a commitment to fun, nutritious meals, this year is all about culinary discovery! Here’s to spicing up school lunches and inspiring our students to explore the world of food one bite at a time!
And don’t forget—breakfast and lunch are FREE for all students! You can check out what’s on the plate this week here: https://spartanburg7.nutrislice.com/
Welcome aboard, Chef Lindsey! Let’s make 2025 delicious! 🌟🍴
District 7 schools will operate on regular schedule on Tuesday, January 14.
We hope our D7 Family is having a great to start to the week!
