🚧 Slippery Slopes Ahead! 🚧
Christy Upton, Anderson 3’s Mental Health & Wellness Coordinator, recently talked with students at Starr-Iva Middle about slippery slopes like friends, bullying, attendance, dating, drama, and social media. Her reminders were simple: choose good influences, be a good influence, don’t bully others, date slowly, avoid drama, and stay off social media.
Thank you, Mrs. Upton, for helping our Tigers make positive choices every day! 💛🖤
Christy Upton, Anderson 3’s Mental Health & Wellness Coordinator, recently talked with students at Starr-Iva Middle about slippery slopes like friends, bullying, attendance, dating, drama, and social media. Her reminders were simple: choose good influences, be a good influence, don’t bully others, date slowly, avoid drama, and stay off social media.
Thank you, Mrs. Upton, for helping our Tigers make positive choices every day! 💛🖤
Welcome to the #A3TeachingTeam, Ms. Amber Magyari! 👋🎉
Ms. Magyari has joined the 6th Grade Team at Starr-Iva Middle as a Math teacher! Amber’s journey in education began in Anderson 5, where she taught for the past two years at Whitehall Elementary. Before pursuing a degree in Education, she served Anderson 3 as a Bus Driver and Nutrition Services Operator.
A proud Starr native, Amber loves being part of the Anderson 3 family once again. Outside of school, you’ll often find her kayaking, tackling creative projects, and spending time with her close-knit family and friends.
Welcome back, Ms. Magyari! 🐾✏️
Ms. Magyari has joined the 6th Grade Team at Starr-Iva Middle as a Math teacher! Amber’s journey in education began in Anderson 5, where she taught for the past two years at Whitehall Elementary. Before pursuing a degree in Education, she served Anderson 3 as a Bus Driver and Nutrition Services Operator.
A proud Starr native, Amber loves being part of the Anderson 3 family once again. Outside of school, you’ll often find her kayaking, tackling creative projects, and spending time with her close-knit family and friends.
Welcome back, Ms. Magyari! 🐾✏️
Anderson 3 is proud to partner with local emergency services for our annual school safety walkthroughs. Representatives from Anderson County Emergency Management, Anderson County Fire, including surrounding volunteer fire stations, Anderson County EMS, Iva Police Department, and Anderson County Technical Services, toured our campuses this week with district leaders. Together, they reviewed changes, noted strengths, and identified ways to further strengthen our crisis plans and safety measures. 🚓🚑🚒
What makes Anderson 3 unique is our commitment to inviting emergency personnel into our schools to provide direct feedback on our procedures. This collaboration has become a yearly practice and continues to shape how we refine and improve safety across the district.
This year’s walkthrough highlighted the addition of even more safety cameras, fencing, equipment and other improvements. Dr. Nixon, Deputy Superintendent, mentioned this year's application for state Building Safety Grant Funds included ballistic film for exterior windows and doors.
We are grateful for the expertise and dedication of our community partners as we work together to keep our students and staff safe. 🏫🔒
What makes Anderson 3 unique is our commitment to inviting emergency personnel into our schools to provide direct feedback on our procedures. This collaboration has become a yearly practice and continues to shape how we refine and improve safety across the district.
This year’s walkthrough highlighted the addition of even more safety cameras, fencing, equipment and other improvements. Dr. Nixon, Deputy Superintendent, mentioned this year's application for state Building Safety Grant Funds included ballistic film for exterior windows and doors.
We are grateful for the expertise and dedication of our community partners as we work together to keep our students and staff safe. 🏫🔒
Anderson 3 is proud to launch our third LETRS Cohort! 📚✨🧠
Over the past two years, Anderson 3 K-6 and SPED teachers completed the Science of Reading courses, and now a new group of teachers is beginning their journey, led by Mrs. Carly Herron, Reading Coach at Flat Rock Elementary.
LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) is so comprehensive that teachers earn credit equal to two college courses. We are already seeing incredible gains from this training as our teachers are better equipped than ever to understand how students learn to read, strengthen ELA knowledge, and support lifelong literacy growth. 💛🐯 #TigersTogether #A3Uncommon #LETRS
Over the past two years, Anderson 3 K-6 and SPED teachers completed the Science of Reading courses, and now a new group of teachers is beginning their journey, led by Mrs. Carly Herron, Reading Coach at Flat Rock Elementary.
LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) is so comprehensive that teachers earn credit equal to two college courses. We are already seeing incredible gains from this training as our teachers are better equipped than ever to understand how students learn to read, strengthen ELA knowledge, and support lifelong literacy growth. 💛🐯 #TigersTogether #A3Uncommon #LETRS
Congratulations to Dr. Caci Kostik on earning her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction from Capella University! 🎓👏 🥼
Dr. Kostik, who has taught Science at Crescent High School for six years (and has nine years of experience in education), completed her dissertation on using AI to differentiate instruction and assessments. Her research reflects her passion for innovation and her commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences for all students.
We are proud to celebrate this incredible accomplishment with her! 🐯💛
Dr. Kostik, who has taught Science at Crescent High School for six years (and has nine years of experience in education), completed her dissertation on using AI to differentiate instruction and assessments. Her research reflects her passion for innovation and her commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences for all students.
We are proud to celebrate this incredible accomplishment with her! 🐯💛
It was a pleasure to welcome State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver to Anderson Institute of Technology! ✨
She heard firsthand from Dr. Tiffany Estes, students, and staff about how AIT is transforming students by offering career and technical training, real-world experiences, and on-site internships.
We are proud of the incredible opportunities AIT provides for students in Anderson 3, 4, & 5! 🐯
She heard firsthand from Dr. Tiffany Estes, students, and staff about how AIT is transforming students by offering career and technical training, real-world experiences, and on-site internships.
We are proud of the incredible opportunities AIT provides for students in Anderson 3, 4, & 5! 🐯
REMINDER: Monday, September 1, is a district holiday. Schools and offices will be closed. 🇺🇸🗓️
🌿🦁 Adventure Awaits!🦒✨
The Nutrition Services Team at Iva Elementary is looking for an adventurous, passionate person ready to make a difference. 🌍💛
Start your journey here 👉 bit.ly/A3Careers
The Nutrition Services Team at Iva Elementary is looking for an adventurous, passionate person ready to make a difference. 🌍💛
Start your journey here 👉 bit.ly/A3Careers
Crescent High is looking for a Long‑Term Math Sub for November through January to fill in for Maternity Leave! 📚✏️
If you love helping students succeed in Algebra & Geometry and can commit for three months, we’d love to hear from you!
➡️ Contact Amanda Taylor, Assistant Principal of Instruction: tayloram@acsd3.org
If you love helping students succeed in Algebra & Geometry and can commit for three months, we’d love to hear from you!
➡️ Contact Amanda Taylor, Assistant Principal of Instruction: tayloram@acsd3.org
The Pearl McLees Circle of Roberts Presbyterian Church hosted a church-wide book bag drive to support elementary students in the district. 🎒
Thanks to the generosity of church members, 22 book bags filled with school supplies were collected and presented by Peggy Dickerson, Missions Committee Chair, and members of the Missions Committee to Superintendent Kathy Hipp and Deputy Superintendent David Nixon.
We are grateful for the continued partnership and support from our community! 💛📚✏️
Congratulations to 2025 Retiree Mrs. Lindy Shaw! 💛🎊
After 29 years of dedicated service, Lindy is retiring from her position as Payroll Administrative Assistant. Her journey to Anderson 3 began when she sought a better balance for her young family after long hours in manufacturing. She called the opportunity to join A3 “an answer to our prayers,” and it soon became a career marked by meaningful contributions and lifelong friendships.
Over the years, Lindy has left an indelible mark on Anderson 3. She established the Support Staff of the Year Award, writing the original guidelines so that classified employees could be celebrated alongside teachers. She also partnered with AnMed and Rebecca Watt to bring the Mammography Coach to Anderson 3 four times a year, a program that has led to several early detections of breast cancer and provided peace of mind to countless employees. In addition, she served on the board of the South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) for six years, representing A3 with pride.
Raised in the Ebenezer community, Lindy is married to Gary Shaw of Starr. Together they have two sons, Reese (Leann) and Jake (Harley), and four beloved grandchildren—Ava, Connor, Baylor, and Charlie. She looks forward to more time reading, gardening, canning, and enjoying the beach in her retirement.
“I will miss my job and my coworkers,” Lindy shares. “I enjoyed helping everyone and loved working in the district where my children, and now my grandchildren, attend.”
Lindy, thank you for nearly three decades of faithful service to Anderson 3. Your compassion, dedication, and advocacy have touched the lives of so many, and your legacy will continue to shine through the programs and traditions you helped build. Wishing you joy and rest in this next chapter! 🌊📚🌸
After 29 years of dedicated service, Lindy is retiring from her position as Payroll Administrative Assistant. Her journey to Anderson 3 began when she sought a better balance for her young family after long hours in manufacturing. She called the opportunity to join A3 “an answer to our prayers,” and it soon became a career marked by meaningful contributions and lifelong friendships.
Over the years, Lindy has left an indelible mark on Anderson 3. She established the Support Staff of the Year Award, writing the original guidelines so that classified employees could be celebrated alongside teachers. She also partnered with AnMed and Rebecca Watt to bring the Mammography Coach to Anderson 3 four times a year, a program that has led to several early detections of breast cancer and provided peace of mind to countless employees. In addition, she served on the board of the South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) for six years, representing A3 with pride.
Raised in the Ebenezer community, Lindy is married to Gary Shaw of Starr. Together they have two sons, Reese (Leann) and Jake (Harley), and four beloved grandchildren—Ava, Connor, Baylor, and Charlie. She looks forward to more time reading, gardening, canning, and enjoying the beach in her retirement.
“I will miss my job and my coworkers,” Lindy shares. “I enjoyed helping everyone and loved working in the district where my children, and now my grandchildren, attend.”
Lindy, thank you for nearly three decades of faithful service to Anderson 3. Your compassion, dedication, and advocacy have touched the lives of so many, and your legacy will continue to shine through the programs and traditions you helped build. Wishing you joy and rest in this next chapter! 🌊📚🌸
From Ms. Schwieckhardt to Mrs. Eddy! 💍✨
A 3rd Grade teacher at Starr Elementary, Mrs. Eddy, had her students’ creativity on display on her big day. ➕📝💕
Her students shared honeymoon ideas, wedding day tips, and even music suggestions that became part of the centerpieces! 🐯💛
A 3rd Grade teacher at Starr Elementary, Mrs. Eddy, had her students’ creativity on display on her big day. ➕📝💕
Her students shared honeymoon ideas, wedding day tips, and even music suggestions that became part of the centerpieces! 🐯💛
🎉 Congratulations to Anderson 3’s 2025–2026 District Teacher & Support Staff of the Year! 💛
🎨 Teacher of the Year – Mrs. Martina Zinn, Art Teacher @ Starr-Iva Middle
🍎 Support Staff of the Year – Mrs. Kelly Brown, Paraprofessional @ Starr Elementary
These amazing women inspire, serve, and go above and beyond for our students every single day. We are blessed to have them on the #A3Team! 🫶 #A3Uncommon
🎨 Teacher of the Year – Mrs. Martina Zinn, Art Teacher @ Starr-Iva Middle
🍎 Support Staff of the Year – Mrs. Kelly Brown, Paraprofessional @ Starr Elementary
These amazing women inspire, serve, and go above and beyond for our students every single day. We are blessed to have them on the #A3Team! 🫶 #A3Uncommon
We’re Excited to Welcome Ms. Annie Erbacher to the 2025-2026 #A3TeachingTeam! 🍎💛🎉
Annie is teaching World History and U.S. History at Crescent High School this year. She holds a bachelor’s degree in History and Secondary Education and a Master of Arts in Teaching.
Originally from Buffalo, New York, Annie comes from a big, close-knit family and enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and reading.
During her time in the Clemson Teacher Residency program, she completed her placement at Crescent and quickly fell in love with Anderson 3! Last year, she also helped coach the SIMS girls' basketball team and hopes to do so again. 🐯🏀
We’re thrilled to have you at Crescent, Annie! 🤩
Annie is teaching World History and U.S. History at Crescent High School this year. She holds a bachelor’s degree in History and Secondary Education and a Master of Arts in Teaching.
Originally from Buffalo, New York, Annie comes from a big, close-knit family and enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and reading.
During her time in the Clemson Teacher Residency program, she completed her placement at Crescent and quickly fell in love with Anderson 3! Last year, she also helped coach the SIMS girls' basketball team and hopes to do so again. 🐯🏀
We’re thrilled to have you at Crescent, Annie! 🤩
One of the many things that makes Anderson 3 Uncommon is our team of dedicated staff members who choose to serve our #A3Students year after year!
During our 2025 Opening Ceremony, we honored Melissa Davis, who has served Anderson 3 for an incredible 35 years. Mrs. Davis began as a 1st grade teacher at Iva Elementary, led Starr Elementary as principal for 15 years, and now continues to impact students as our Early Learning Coordinator.
Kudos to our 30-year service award recipients who also deserve all the extra praise: Susan Bryant - Starr Elementary Bookkeeper, Dawn Moore - Starr Elementary Librarian, Heather Smith - Elementary Multi-Lingual Learners Specialist, and Lisa Parks - Starr-Iva Middle School Secretary.
Congratulations to all of our 2025 Years of Service Award recipients, and thank you for the uncommon dedication you show to our students every single day! 🎉💜🏆
During our 2025 Opening Ceremony, we honored Melissa Davis, who has served Anderson 3 for an incredible 35 years. Mrs. Davis began as a 1st grade teacher at Iva Elementary, led Starr Elementary as principal for 15 years, and now continues to impact students as our Early Learning Coordinator.
Kudos to our 30-year service award recipients who also deserve all the extra praise: Susan Bryant - Starr Elementary Bookkeeper, Dawn Moore - Starr Elementary Librarian, Heather Smith - Elementary Multi-Lingual Learners Specialist, and Lisa Parks - Starr-Iva Middle School Secretary.
Congratulations to all of our 2025 Years of Service Award recipients, and thank you for the uncommon dedication you show to our students every single day! 🎉💜🏆
Join Our Tiger Transportation Team!🚍
Anderson 3 is hiring Substitute Bus Drivers, with the potential to move into a full-time floater driver position! 🐅
If you have a heart for kids, a safe driving record, and a passion for serving our schools, we’d love to have you behind the wheel!
➡️ bit.ly/A3Careers
💰$18.97 Starting Hourly Rate
📩 Apply today and help us keep our Tigers moving!
Anderson 3 is hiring Substitute Bus Drivers, with the potential to move into a full-time floater driver position! 🐅
If you have a heart for kids, a safe driving record, and a passion for serving our schools, we’d love to have you behind the wheel!
➡️ bit.ly/A3Careers
💰$18.97 Starting Hourly Rate
📩 Apply today and help us keep our Tigers moving!
We’re excited to officially welcome Mr. Drew Parnell to our 2025-2026 #A3TeachingTeam! 🍎💛🎉
Mr. Parnell has joined the 4th Grade Team at Iva Elementary as a Math Teacher. A proud product of Anderson 3, Drew graduated from Charleston Southern University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and began his teaching career in Berkeley County, where he taught 3rd grade for two years.
Growing up in Starr, Drew is grateful to be giving back to the same community that shaped him. Education is a family calling as his parents, Michelle and Danny Parnell, also serve in Anderson 3! 🐯
Welcome home, Drew! We’re thrilled you’re here! 🥳
Mr. Parnell has joined the 4th Grade Team at Iva Elementary as a Math Teacher. A proud product of Anderson 3, Drew graduated from Charleston Southern University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and began his teaching career in Berkeley County, where he taught 3rd grade for two years.
Growing up in Starr, Drew is grateful to be giving back to the same community that shaped him. Education is a family calling as his parents, Michelle and Danny Parnell, also serve in Anderson 3! 🐯
Welcome home, Drew! We’re thrilled you’re here! 🥳
A great #A3FirstDay! 🤩🎉
The first day of school is here! 🎒🥳
Remember to use #A3FirstDay and tag us so we can see your first-day photos! 📸
Stay safe in the rain! ☔
One less thing to worry about! 🥪🍎
As a reminder, all Anderson 3 students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch for the 2025-2026 School Year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, and we are so thankful we are able to offer this for our students! 🎉
📣 Elementary parents: Students will return to eating in the cafeteria this year, so arrive early and eat well!
As a reminder, all Anderson 3 students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch for the 2025-2026 School Year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, and we are so thankful we are able to offer this for our students! 🎉
📣 Elementary parents: Students will return to eating in the cafeteria this year, so arrive early and eat well!
