Thanks so much to all who came out last night for our red carpet event celebrating the release of this year’s literary magazine, The Ville, with its theme, “The Unknown.” Mrs. Foster, the Creative Writing and Ville teacher sponsor, along with her stellar staff and student contributors have created a beautiful issue highlighting student writing, art, and photography. Students published in this year’s edition were invited to read aloud their selection in front of staff, family, and friends. So proud of all these students! If you’re interested in purchasing your own copy, see Mrs. Foster (cost $25).
Congratulations to our 2024 Prom King and Queen - Gabe Seymore and Jean Marie Wilson!
We never go out of style…and we never have a shortage of Prom pictures and videos! For all the arrival and behind-the-scenes extras for our 2024 Prom, be sure to check out our Insta feed @powdersvillehs
What a week for Spring sports at PVHS - three new Region Champions!! Congrats to the Boys Soccer team, Girls Soccer team, the Baseball team, and their coaching staffs for earning these titles!!
It’s been a banner year for Induction/First Year teachers at PVHS! Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, caring - we couldn’t have been blessed with a better group of individuals (with a terrific group of teacher mentors to guide them). Congratulations Mr. Carter (mentor, Dr. Rosenberg), Ms. Tenry (mentor, Mrs. Sanders), Ms. Lundgren (mentor, Mrs. Foster), and Ms. Land (mentor, Ms. Scales) for your successful first year as part of our Patriot family.
Powdersville High School is excited to announce that our Swim Team will be led by Head Coach Meagan Blough and Assistant Coach Jeremy Wilder next season! We're excited to have alumni Meagan Blough back in a coaching capacity, and Coach Wilder continuing with his assistance as our swim program continues to grow. Welcome!
Quote from Head Coach - Coach Blough:
"I am Meagan Blough, a Powdersville High School graduate. I went to Limestone University on a cheer scholarship, graduating with a bachelor's degree in History/Pre Law. I have been coaching the YMCA swim team for a little more than four years. I am a substitute teacher, personal trainer, private swim lesson instructor, and a farm helper. In my free time, I am always outside hiking, at the gym, or spending time with family. I am looking forward to being back at Powdersville to coach this amazing team! I cannot wait to see the growth over this season and how far they will go!
Assistant Coach - Jeremy Wilder:
- Jeremy Wilder has been actively involved with the swim community for over ten years. He has assisted Powdersville High School's Swim Team and club swimming in both Virginia and South Carolina USA swimming teams. He has supported swimming from an administrative, growth, and logistics aspect. He enjoys being poolside and watching the student-athletes excel in confidence and sportsmanship.
At tonite’s Baseball game vs Seneca, the spotlight will be on our Seniors. Come out and support this great group of players!
Wrapping up a stellar season in the best way possible - way to go, TI team!!
Another great summer opportunity for youth in the Powdersville area who are into basketball! See flyer for details.
Get those Bingo dabbers ready! The biggest fund-raising event of the year for Band - Designer Bag Bingo - is set for next Saturday, April 20, kicking off at 5:00 in the Commons. Actual games start at 6:00, but you can begin browsing those coveted bags at 5:00. Check the flyer for all the deets you need!
It's time to nominate eligible persons to be considered for the Chris Ferguson Outstanding Patriot Award! (pictured: our 2023 recipient, David Middleton) Nominations will be open from now until 4:00 PM April 19th, 2023. All nominations should be emailed to Dr. Lanford (lanforda2@apps.anderson1.org) by April 19th, 2023 at 4:00 PM.
Eligibility:
Annually, any person age 18 or above on the date of the award who is involved in any capacity with Powdersville High School. “Involved” means a student, an employee, a parent, a volunteer, a community member or anyone who has contributed to Powdersville High School in a substantial way during the course of the school year. Selection for any other award, including Teacher of the Year, DOES NOT exclude a candidate from receiving this award. In the event that there is uncertainty of a nominated candidate’s eligibility, the selection committee by a majority vote may declare a nominated candidate to be eligible for the award. The results of this majority vote outweigh any language in the eligibility section. The recipient of the award is NOT eligible the following year; however, the recipient should be eligible thereafter.
Award:
The Award will consist of a trophy and a financial award of $500, provided by Jostens. The winner's name will also be included on a plaque in the Main Office of Powdersville High School.
Applications:
Applications for this award should be accepted beginning at the date that is prior to the end of the school year. The application process should be open for a minimum of 1 week and can be extended at the discretion of the current Principal.
Applications must contain an essay describing how the applicant is deserving of the award. The length of the essay should be a minimum of ½ typed written, double-spaced page and a maximum of 3 typed written pages. Font size should not be less than 12pt. The current Principal shall be responsible for the advertisement of application dates and deadlines. The principal is NOT excluded from nominating a person. The principal is responsible for GUARANTEEING the nomination of at least TWO people. The Principal or his designee is responsible for the publication of the application process and qualifications to include the desired qualities of the recipient. Publication can be done electronically. ANYONE CAN NOMINATE A PERSON FOR THIS AWARD. THERE SHOULD BE NO CONDITIONS ON WHO CAN NOMINATE; HOWEVER, WHETHER OR NOT THE NOMINEE IS CONSIDERED SHOULD BE BASED ON WHETHER OR NOT THE PERSON MEETS THE CONDITIONS OF ELIGIBILITY.
Congratulations to our Winter Colorguard who won 3rd place in their round for CWEA this past Saturday - what a great season you’ve had!
Pville’s got talent! Have a special talent you’d like to share with the community? Here’s your chance! Auditions are next week and proceeds for the show go to support our Theatre department.
Congratulations to our Patriot Prime team who ended their 2024 Season this weekend at the FIRST Peachtree Championship in Macon, GA, ranked 31st out of 98 teams in their district!! They also won their 3rd consecutive Rookie Inspiration Award! Could not be more proud of this Robotics team and sponsor, April Scott. Y’all accomplished so much in your 1st season - can’t wait to see what happens next year!
Exciting news!! Our STUCO, Sponsor Breanna McAbee, PVHS student body, staff, parents, and community raised $20,026.67 for Shriners Children’s Hospital!! Our Patriot family did this in one week!! Could not be more proud or thankful to be part of such a loving, generous community. Thanks to all who gave!!
Congratulations to both our Varsity Mixed Choir and Varsity Treble Choir who each received Superior with Distinction at today’s CPA!! Our Fine Arts departments are killing it this year.
Congratulations to Seth Smith, this Spring's recipient of the Powdersville Player Award! The cast voted him as the most supportive and encouraging cast member throughout the entire "Matilda" production process. Way to go, Seth!
Our Patriot Prime Robotics Team ended 12th and became the 8th team alliance captain at this week’s North Charleston Competition! It’s very rare for a Rookie team to be a Captain. While the team unfortunately lost both of their playoff matches, they did win the Rookie Inspiration Award again and are currently ranked 24 out of 98 in the district! Proud of the Prime!!
Last chance to see @powdersville_players magnificent performance of “Matilda” is TODAY at 3:00! I’ve seen “Matilda” on Broadway, saw our production last night, and can confirm PVHS “Matilda” > Broadway “Matilda.” Truly, your mind will be blown by the performances, songs, and set design - don’t miss it!!
PVHS Spirit Week 2024 kicks off tomorrow! Here are the activities we have planned for Day #1 - all proceeds go to benefit Shriners Hospital for Children.
