✨❄️ Our Winter Dance Recital was a sparkling success! ❄️✨
Our students lit up the stage with joy, hard work, and holiday magic. We are so proud of their dedication and talent!
Thank you to our families, teachers, and community for cheering them on!🦅
What a night for the Eagles!🏀 🦅
Our 7th Grade Boys, 8th Grade Boys, and Girls Basketball teams all brought home wins in the Battle for the Bragg.
We are proud of all future Vikings as they all played with pride, passion, and respect.
Thank you to all of our athletes, our coaches, and our fans who cheered with class every step of the way. #D7 Shines✨
Thank you for supporting our PTO.🦅
This afternoon Dr. Starks, our guidance department and current members of The Viking Early College met with this years 8th grade candidates who have been nominated for the Viking Early College. We are excited to see our students take advantage of this opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associates degree by the time they graduate from SHS. 🧑🎓🦅
There is nothing like a little math to wake up the brain! 🧠➕☀️=💪🦅
Looking for a new challenge? Try track! Run, jump, throw — there’s something for everyone. 🦅
We are pleased to announce District 7’s academic calendar for the 2026–2027 school year, which includes two new breaks – one in the fall and one midwinter – to help students and teachers recharge and maintain steady progress throughout the year. All Spartanburg County school districts collaborated to create this calendar with the aim of sustaining strong engagement, prioritizing student and staff well-being, and supporting student success. The calendar continues to include staff development days that allow for professional learning and collaboration among teachers and staff to strengthen instruction for students.
View the full calendar at spartanburg7.org/26_27Calendar
View the full calendar at spartanburg7.org/26_27Calendar
It was Limo and Lunch day for our students and a teacher of their choice for earning a perfect score on last year’s SC Ready!✨
We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Keep soaring, Eagles! 🦅
✨ We are still glowing from tonight’s dance! 💡🎶 So much fun, laughter, and neon energy! Thank you to our wonderful guidance department for organizing this event and for all of our amazing McCracken PTO volunteers. 🦅
Thank you for a wonderful Red Ribbon Week. Have a safe and Happy Halloween. 👻🦅
Hello D7 Families,
A quick reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, November 3 (staff exchange day) and Tuesday, November 4 (Election Day). Before the busy week ahead, be sure to “fall back” one hour on Sunday when Daylight Saving Time ends.
Need a FUN AND SAFE PLACE for your child or teen to go on Monday and Tuesday? Our partners at the City of Spartanburg Parks, Recreation & Special Events are offering camps at our community centers! See the attached flyers for info.
Finally, we encourage our entire community to get out and VOTE. To preview your personalized ballot, visit:
👉 https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=Sampleballot
Your voice matters—every vote makes a difference, and we can’t wait to see our community at the polls!
A quick reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, November 3 (staff exchange day) and Tuesday, November 4 (Election Day). Before the busy week ahead, be sure to “fall back” one hour on Sunday when Daylight Saving Time ends.
Need a FUN AND SAFE PLACE for your child or teen to go on Monday and Tuesday? Our partners at the City of Spartanburg Parks, Recreation & Special Events are offering camps at our community centers! See the attached flyers for info.
Finally, we encourage our entire community to get out and VOTE. To preview your personalized ballot, visit:
👉 https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=Sampleballot
Your voice matters—every vote makes a difference, and we can’t wait to see our community at the polls!
Congratulations to these 5 Eagles who have been selected to sing in the SC ACDA Middle School Honor Choir! These students participated in a rigorous audition process of which roughly 1700 submissions were made across the state of South Carolina and were selected to perform in this year’s honor choir. They will travel to Coastal Carolina University in January to join the top middle school singers from across the state in rehearsing and performing with well-known choral music clinicians from across the country.🦅
Today in Mrs. Roger's ELA class she was able to deliver individual conferences with her students while our Instructional Coach guided students through an engaging article using a Say-Mean-Matter chart. Meanwhile, our Technology Instructional Coach explored AI safety and best practices with students- connecting learning to real-world innovation!
Collaborative teaching at its best! 💬🤖📚🦅
🎉 We’re Proud to Announce! 🎉
McCracken Middle School has officially been recognized as a Unified Champion School by Special Olympics! 🏅
This honor celebrates our commitment to creating an inclusive school community where students of all abilities learn, play, and grow together. Through Unified Sports, inclusive youth leadership, and whole-school engagement, we’re building a culture of respect, acceptance, and unity every single day. 💚🦅💛
We’re so proud of our students and staff for leading the way in inclusion and demonstrating what it truly means to be unified!
Congratulations to our mighty Eagles on their victory over Fairforest this evening. Way to soar! 🦅
✨ Student Council Installation Ceremony ✨
This evening we proudly installed our new Student Council members! These student leaders will represent their peers and help make this school year one to remember.
A special thank you to last year’s Student Body President, Tradd Hodge and Vice President, Miles Little for leading with dedication and helping to pass the torch to our new council. Your legacy of leadership continues to inspire! 🌟🦅
🎭 Follow the Yellow Brick Road… to the D7 Stage! 🌈✨
Calling all middle and high school performers — auditions are NEXT WEEK for District 7’s Spring Musical: The Wizard of Oz!
A story full of courage, heart, and unforgettable songs is coming to life, and we can’t wait to see our D7 stars shine! 🌟
🎬 AUDITIONS
October 21 & 22 | 3:45–5:45 PM
Grades 6–12
District 7 Fine Arts Center
Performances: April 23–26, 2026
🎶 WHAT TO PREPARE
Sing: One Disney/Broadway-style song (max 90 seconds). Bring your own accompaniment if needed.
Act: Perform a short monologue (provided at the audition).
Dance: Learn a short routine together at the audition.
Students may leave once their audition is complete. Dress comfortably for movement.
💫 We can’t wait to see our D7 talent shine “somewhere over the rainbow!”
#7Shines
Calling all middle and high school performers — auditions are NEXT WEEK for District 7’s Spring Musical: The Wizard of Oz!
A story full of courage, heart, and unforgettable songs is coming to life, and we can’t wait to see our D7 stars shine! 🌟
🎬 AUDITIONS
October 21 & 22 | 3:45–5:45 PM
Grades 6–12
District 7 Fine Arts Center
Performances: April 23–26, 2026
🎶 WHAT TO PREPARE
Sing: One Disney/Broadway-style song (max 90 seconds). Bring your own accompaniment if needed.
Act: Perform a short monologue (provided at the audition).
Dance: Learn a short routine together at the audition.
Students may leave once their audition is complete. Dress comfortably for movement.
💫 We can’t wait to see our D7 talent shine “somewhere over the rainbow!”
#7Shines
Stay Connected with D7 & Viking Athletics
It’s easy to stay connected to everything happening in District 7 and Viking Nation!
📲 District 7 App
The District 7 app keeps you in touch with our schools—whenever and wherever you need it. With just a tap, you can:
• Read the latest news and updates
• Check upcoming events
• View lunch menus
• Find staff directories
• Receive important notifications
Search for “Spartanburg District 7” in the App Store or Google Play, then personalize it to follow your specific schools and turn on alerts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XmHgqbnBlo
🏈 Viking Athletics App
Cheer on our SHS athletic teams and follow all the action on the NEW SHS Athletics website: spartanburgvikings.org
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For mobile convenience, download the “Spartanburg Viking Athletics” app in the App Store or Google Play and stay current on all things Blue & Gold.
Want even more? Get in-depth coverage of Viking Football on their dedicated site: spartanburgvikingsfootball.com
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To get the most out of the D7 app, check out the short video above for tips on customizing your settings and making the app work for you. And follow us on social media for the latest announcements and offerings:
• Facebook: SpartanburgD7
• Instagram: @spartanburgd7
• YouTube: @SpartanburgSchoolDistrict7
Thank you for staying connected and supporting our students, schools, and Viking Nation — where #7Shines! 🌟
🎒💡 While our students are away… our teachers DON’T PLAY!
Last Friday may have been a day off for our students, but classrooms across D7 were still buzzing with energy and ideas! Our teachers spent the day diving into professional learning — sharpening their skills and exploring new strategies to make learning even more engaging and effective.
From creative new ideas for hands-on science activities 🧪, to learning how to teach stronger writing skills ✏️ , to using AI effectively in education 🤖 — our educators were all in! They also deepened their understanding of our instructional framework, explored helpful apps that support teaching, and strengthened their understanding of how to implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support to help students struggling with academics or behavior. D7 also welcomed physical education teachers from other districts to learn new research-based curriculum to foster students' wellbeing and physical health.
Every session connected back to our mission "to inspire and equip students for lives of leadership and service". 💙💛 Because when teachers grow, students shine! ✨
Last Friday may have been a day off for our students, but classrooms across D7 were still buzzing with energy and ideas! Our teachers spent the day diving into professional learning — sharpening their skills and exploring new strategies to make learning even more engaging and effective.
From creative new ideas for hands-on science activities 🧪, to learning how to teach stronger writing skills ✏️ , to using AI effectively in education 🤖 — our educators were all in! They also deepened their understanding of our instructional framework, explored helpful apps that support teaching, and strengthened their understanding of how to implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support to help students struggling with academics or behavior. D7 also welcomed physical education teachers from other districts to learn new research-based curriculum to foster students' wellbeing and physical health.
Every session connected back to our mission "to inspire and equip students for lives of leadership and service". 💙💛 Because when teachers grow, students shine! ✨
🎃🧪 7th Grade Science is Getting Spooky 🎃🧪
Today our Eagle scientist’s explored eerie experiments to uncover the secrets behind chemical and physical reactions. From fizzing concoctions to melting bubbles we observed:
💨 Bubbling brews = Chemical reaction
🧊 Melting bubbles = Physical change
🔥 Color shifts & temperature changes? Also chemical!
It wasn’t just spooky — it was science! 👻💥
Ask your young scientists what their favorite reaction was and why!
