Amazing Academics Abound

Some of our outstanding 8th grade students were recently rewarded for their hard work in academics by being offered the opportunity to take part in our academic honors programs, Jr. Beta Club and Jr. Scholars.

Jr. Beta Club: Students who had a 3.3 GPA last year qualify to be a member of the Jr. Beta Club. Invitations and permission slips were given to eligible students last week and are due back with the fees to Mrs. Stillman by this Friday, September 20. Congratulations on this accomplishment!

S.C. Junior Scholars Program: I am excited to say that there are more than 145 8th grade students that qualify for this program! Students who scored Exemplary on the ELA and/or Math PASS test, are in advanced classes or are identified as gifted qualify for this honor and are given the opportunity to take the PSAT at Saluda Trail for $14. If you were given a letter today, permission slips and money are due back to Mrs. DePinto by next Wednesday, September 25 if you want to take the PSAT. This is a great opportunity to get a head start on your future!

Yours every step of the way,
Mrs. DePinto

8th Grade Teachers: Awesomeness Takes Planning!

When the 8th grade students go to Related Arts, the core classroom teachers often pull together to collaborate on integrated units, pitch engaging ideas, and plan student activities. In other words, their awesomeness is a product of the hard work and effort that they demand from their students!!

8th Grade Volleyball: Wildcats fall, but coach is encouraged by effort!

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For the 8th grade game tonight our MVP was Raejah Roe and our Best Hustler was Sydney Chisholm.  Our girls played so very well and fought hard against a really tough opponent.

Congratulations to Rawlinson Road on the win and keep working hard, Wildcats! We will always be proud of you!

All we do is WIN, WIN, WIN (you know the rest)!

The 8th grade football opened the 2013 season with a big win over Springfield at their place.  The defense pitched a shutout, holding the Mustangs scoreless in a 12-0 victory.  The coaching staff conceded that the Wildcats have work to do to polish their execution in all phases of the game, but that the opening win bodes well for the future of a team with championship aspirations!  The 8th grade squad will host Fort Mill next week here at the Trail so make plans TODAY!!

8th Grade Washington, DC Field Study Parent Meeting

Attention all 8th graders interested in going on the Washington, D.C. Field Study May 20-24, 2014.

We will have a parent meeting on Monday, September 16th in the auditorium at 6:30.  Please see Mr. Mew, in room C-116, if you have any questions.

Visit Mr. Mew's website at http://st.rock-hill.k12.sc.us/teachers/wilsonmew.aspx for more details!

Again by popular demand...!

Many of you have asked about the inspirational video we showed on the first day of school about the NASCAR engineer that despite being born without arms, never used excuses to prevent him from doing anything he wanted to do...including working for one of the premiere automotive engineering companies on Earth!  Here is the story of Richie Parker!

Yours every step of the way,
Mrs. DePinto and Mr. Moton

Now the fun REALLY begins!

Class of 2014:

We had a great initial start to the school year!  Experiences so far include getting to know a phenomenal group of 8th grade teachers, welcoming new classmates, and of course, everyone receiving their iPad!  NOW the fun REALLY begins!  This week is particularly exciting because it marks the beginning of several aspects of 8th grade life that really make Wildcat Way awesome and unique!

Beginning on Monday, the teachers will be "full steam ahead" in regards to using your iPads.  Please keep in mind that you are completely responsible for how well you take advantage of this personal electronic device.  Mrs. DePinto will show you ways to keep yourself organized and several steps ahead in regards to your assignments.  The teachers will have exciting and innovative delivery methods that will engage you in ways unlike in the past.  Again, your approach will dictate your success...NO EXCUSES! :-)

On Wednesday, our mighty Wildcats football team will travel to Springfield to take on the Mustangs in their first game in what promises to be a great season!  If you can make the trip to Fort Mill to support your classmates, please do so!  If you cannot make the trip, stick around to watch your little brothers in 7th grade as they host the Mustangs' 7th grade team here at The Trail!

On Thursday, our Lady Wildcats volleyball team begin their 2013 campaign against the Raiders from Rawlinson Road.  Let's pack the gym in support of our Lady 'Cats as they set forth on a quest to bring another volleyball title back to The Den!!

Stay tuned to more announcements and opportunities to take advantage of your last and BEST year in middle school! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE for the latest information as it arrives!

COMING SOON!
Your opportunity to vote for our Class of 2014 T-shirt design!!

Yours every step of the way,

Mr. Coach Moton