Hartsville Middle School named National Beta Club School of Distinction
National Beta announced recently that Hartsville Middle School is a 2017-2018 National School of Distinction. This award is an honor for Beta chapters striving toward academic achievement, exemplary character, demonstrated leadership and service to others. With an ongoing quest to instill these qualities in more students, the National Beta School of Distinction Award is designed to award those schools that show an increase in...
Darlington Middle School hosts Cheer Camp
More than a dozen young ladies spent their week at the Darlington Middle School Cheer Camp having fun and learning some new skills. Cheer coach Tammy Capers said that the camp was for young ladies ages 6 -12; the youngest ones at the camp were eight-years-old. Several girls currently on the middle school cheer squad came to the camp to help. “They worked on cheer motions, high v’s, low v’s,” Caper said. “These are the motions they...
Actor Wesley Snipes visits with Darlington Middle School students
Hollywood actor Wesley Snipes stopped in at Darlington Middle School on Tuesday morning to speak with students about acting, producing movies and staying focused in order to achieve professional goals. Jason Bracey’s science class at Darlington Middle School is currently studying genetic engineering. As one way of engaging students and illustrating the topic, Bracey invited Snipes to class. The academic subject fit right in to a...
Award-winning author Sharon Draper visits Darlington students
Sharon Draper, an award-winning author of numerous texts, visited Darlington Middle School recently to lead a “Literacy and Laughter Workshop” for students from three schools. Draper met with fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth graders from Darlington Middle School, as well as fifth graders from Brunson-Dargan Elementary and Brockington Elementary Magnet School for Science and Technology. Darlington Middle Teacher of the Year Chenethia...
Darlington Middle School teachers enjoy “Pamper Day”
The teachers at DMS enjoyed a “Pamper Day” with service provided by Betty Stevens Cosmetology School In Recognition Of Teacher Appreciation Day. Teachers were able to take advantage of discounted rates, while enjoying food, and fellowship. This has always been a favorite activity for teachers and a great treat during the work day. Mrs. Crowley, media specialist at DMS hosted the event.