Wellford Academy of Science and Technology - Where Dedication Meets Innovation

🌟 National STEM Day Fun at Wellford Academy! 🌟 Our students had an incredible time diving into STEM activities that sparked creativity and curiosity! From hands-on experiments to interactive projects, it was a day packed with learning and laughter. Special thanks to our wonderful visitors who made the day extra special by sharing their knowledge and passion for STEM with us. Thank you for helping our students see the amazing possibilities in science, technology, engineering, and math! 🧪🤖🚀

🍂 Gratitude Season is Here! 🍂 Ms. Hefner and her students at Wellford Academy have started a special gratitude jar to celebrate thankfulness all month long! Each day, they’re adding notes about what they’re grateful for—from family and friends to favorite books and big dreams. This is a wonderful way to spread positivity and reflect on all the good around us! 🌟 What are you grateful for? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let’s keep the gratitude going! You can also create a letter for a teacher at Wellford that you are thankful for with this link: https://forms.gle/pXdVJpEYRt1EmvAj7

Our young learners in K5, 1st, and 2nd grade are diving into fall and academic vocabulary! Using their senses, they’re exploring new words and expanding their language skills through hands-on activities.

🔬🥼💻Happy National STEM Day! Today, our Wellford Academy students are engaging in hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity in science, technology, engineering and math. They will also hear from a variety of guest speakers who excell in their career using STEM components daily. Together, we’re building the skills of tomorrow! 💻🥼🔬 👀Be on the lookout on our Facebook story and home page for pictures from today! 📸

📢 Character Word of the Month: Gratitude 🌟 At Wellford Academy, our Character Word of the Month for November is Gratitude. Throughout the month, students and teachers will focus on showing gratitude in and out of the classroom, recognizing the positive impact of thankfulness in our school community. 💌 We invite parents to join us in this effort! Please complete the form below to share a note of thanks for a special teacher at Wellford Academy. Your words of appreciation will be printed and shared with our teachers to brighten their day and remind them of the difference they make. Let's come together to show our gratitude and make this month a memorable one! 💙 You can find the form at the link below: https://forms.gle/m9BJ3jupxAH1bKH66

Want to help our school earn some green💵? 🏪Publix Partners makes raising money easy. Simply join Club Publix and select our school to contribute every time you shop.🛒 Publix Partners makes supporting students and faculty as easy as 1, 2, 3. 1️⃣Join Club Publix and log in to your account at publix.com. 2️⃣In your Club Publix profile, go to Settings, select Choose Publix Partner at the bottom of the page, and select your school. 3️⃣Enter your phone number at checkout or pay with the Publix app, and we’ll donate a portion of your purchase to your school. Publix Partners has contributed over $41.2 million to more than 5,296 schools across the Southeast. See how much our school has earned and learn more at publix.com/partners.

🏈🍂 Thanksgiving Food Drive Competition Alert! 🍂🏈 Wellford Academy is kicking off a Thanksgiving food drive competition starting today through November 22! 🧃🥫 Students can bring in non-perishable and canned foods and place them in the box for their favorite team—Clemson or South Carolina! Let’s show our team spirit and fill those boxes while helping families in need this holiday season. 🧡❤️ Which team will stack up the most donations? Bring in your items, cast your vote, and let’s make a difference! See the flyer in your student's folder for more information!

📢 REMINDER: Calendar Fundraiser Due FRIDAY, November 8 ‼️ 📅 Wellford Academy Calendar Fundraiser! 📅 Help us support our amazing teachers and students! Choose any date on the calendar and donate the dollar amount that matches it—$1 for the 1st, $15 for the 15th, all the way to $31! Every contribution counts, and together, we can make a big difference. 🎉 100% of funds raised will go directly to enhancing resources for our classrooms and creating more incredible learning experiences. Grab a date (or a few!) and join us in empowering our Wellford Academy community! 🐺♥️

🎉 Wrapping up Red Ribbon Week at Wellford Academy with a blast! Our students showed off their boldest, craziest socks and danced their hearts out at the annual Sock Hop! From fun foot fashion to celebrating healthy choices, it was the perfect ending to a meaningful week. 🧦🕺💃

🎃👟 Wellford Academy’s Girls on the Run team celebrated Halloween in style! Our runners hit the track in their creative costumes, combining fun and fitness as they trained for the upcoming 5K in the spring. From famous athletes to spooky creatures, these girls are not only building strength but also confidence and team spirit! 🏃‍♀️✨

🏈🏀⚾ Wellford Academy was full of spirit today as we “Teamed Up Against Drugs!” Our students and staff showed their support by wearing their favorite team gear, joining together to promote healthy choices and a drug-free lifestyle. Go team Wellford! 💪🐺❤️

🐰🏒 We had an incredible time today with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits and their mascot, Stomper, during our Bullying Prevention Assembly! Stomper and the team shared important lessons about the different types of bullying and how we can all work together to create a kind and inclusive environment. They even gave real-life examples of what not to do, helping our students understand how to be respectful and supportive friends. Thank you, Greenville Swamp Rabbits, for making a difference and helping us stand up to bullying! 🐰❤️🐺

🫶🏼We are so grateful to LifeSong Church and Jackson First Baptist Church for bringing sweet treats for our faculty and staff during this wonderfully busy week of Halloween festivities and Red Ribbon Week! Your kindness and generosity have truly brightened our days and energized our team. Thank you for supporting our school community! 🫶🏼

✨ GLOW DAY is here at Wellford Academy! ✨ Our halls are shining bright as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week with a day full of glow-tastic activities. Students are lighting up their learning with fun, educational games, all while pledging to make healthy and safe choices! Let’s keep glowing and growing together, Wellford Academy! 🌟

📣 Today at Wellford Academy: The Sound of Learning Assembly! 🎶 Our students were all smiles as they immersed themselves in the 5 principles of dance – learning and practicing each movement with energy and enthusiasm! This hands-on experience was brought to life by talented performing athletes, who inspired everyone with their performances. It was a day filled with rhythm, expression, and joy, reminding us how much learning can move us all! 💃🕺

💥 Shoutout to our amazing custodians at Wellford Academy! Your hard work keeps our school clean, safe, and sparkling every day. Thank you for all you do to create a welcoming environment for our students and staff!💥

📢 Friendly Reminder: Any items left in the lost and found on Friday, November 1 will be donated to our Winter Warmth Project! Please encourage your student to check for any missing belongings this week. Thank you for your support! 🧥🧢🧤

🥍Exciting news for Wellford Academy! D5 Lacrosse joined us during PE to introduce our students to the basics of lacrosse. From learning how to handle the stick to practicing some fundamental moves, our kids had a fantastic time exploring this fast-paced and skillful sport! If you are interested in signing up please reach out to Brad Kinard at D5reclax@gmail.com.

🍧Nothing like a cool treat to sweeten the day! 🥳 Wellford Academy students had a blast enjoying Kona Ice today – a perfect way to refresh, celebrate together and support our PTO 🫶

Wellford Academy is celebrating Red Ribbon Week with 🧢Hat Day👒!Today, our students and staff are ‘putting a cap on drugs’ by wearing their favorite hats and showing their commitment to making healthy choices. Tomorrow we will celebrate with 🌟glow🌟 day!