Clover School District
Each Child, Each Day... Excellence
💚 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💚
Today, we’re celebrating the occupational therapists who help our students build the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed in school and beyond.
From supporting classroom participation and fine-motor skills to helping students navigate everyday activities, our OTs make a meaningful difference in the lives of the students they serve.
Thank you to our amazing occupational therapists for your expertise, compassion and commitment to helping every student reach their full potential! 🍀
Today, we’re celebrating the occupational therapists who help our students build the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed in school and beyond.
From supporting classroom participation and fine-motor skills to helping students navigate everyday activities, our OTs make a meaningful difference in the lives of the students they serve.
Thank you to our amazing occupational therapists for your expertise, compassion and commitment to helping every student reach their full potential! 🍀
Congratulations to two members of the CSD Board of Trustees for earning Certificates of Achievement from the South Carolina School Boards Association.
The certificates are presented to school board members through the Boardsmanship Institute for completing year-round training in leadership, school law, finance and education policy.
Board Member Tracy Stiff received a Level Three Certificate, while Board Member Kenda Cook received a Level Two Certificate.
Congratulations to Ms. Still and Ms. Cook!
The certificates are presented to school board members through the Boardsmanship Institute for completing year-round training in leadership, school law, finance and education policy.
Board Member Tracy Stiff received a Level Three Certificate, while Board Member Kenda Cook received a Level Two Certificate.
Congratulations to Ms. Still and Ms. Cook!
It was a packed house for Recognitions at last night's School Board Meeting!
We were excited to have the Alpine 208 AFM Masonic Lodge present Liberty Hill Elementary and Lake Wylie High School with portraits of George Washington to hang in their new buildings.
We saluted Benjamin Deberry of Clover High School for being a National Merit Commended Student.
We honored 76 students from our elementary and middle schools who earned a perfect score on an SC READY test.
Congratulations to all!
We were excited to have the Alpine 208 AFM Masonic Lodge present Liberty Hill Elementary and Lake Wylie High School with portraits of George Washington to hang in their new buildings.
We saluted Benjamin Deberry of Clover High School for being a National Merit Commended Student.
We honored 76 students from our elementary and middle schools who earned a perfect score on an SC READY test.
Congratulations to all!
On October 26, 2026, the Clover School District (CSD) Board of Trustees appointed Rod Ruth as the district’s next Superintendent.
The Board announced the appointment at tonight’s School Board Business Meeting after finalizing his contract in Executive Session. Ruth will replace Dr. Sheila Quinn, who announced her retirement back in August.
“As a board, we were impressed with the caliber of the senior leadership team and knew that we had the opportunity to consider all options here in Clover School District before looking elsewhere. The most gratifying part of hiring Rod Ruth as our next superintendent is that we didn’t have to base it on a single interview. We have been able to watch him work over the past decade and know the type of proven leader he is each and every day,” said Board Chair Rob Wallace.
Ruth currently serves as the district’s Chief Student Services and Secondary Education Officer. He has been in that role since 2023. Ruth previously served as the Principal at Clover High from 2015 to 2023. He led his staff and school in becoming a finalist for the Palmetto's Finest award and earned multiple professional accolades, including South Carolina Secondary Principal of the Year in 2022.
“From the moment I stepped onto a Clover School District campus nearly 15 years ago, I knew I was somewhere special. One of my favorite things about our district is the manner in which we pursue excellence in all we do and for all we serve. Clover School District is a beautiful blend of storied history and future ready innovation. Our students represent the very best, and that is why I pledge my very best as their Superintendent. As the parent of both a current student and proud Clover School District graduate, I know the amazing work being done in the schools and programs across our district. It is truly an honor to serve our community and I look forward to continuing to work alongside this amazing team as we pursue excellence for each child and on each day,” said Ruth.
Ruth held a number of administrative positions prior to leading Clover High. He was the Principal of York Middle School from 2014-2015, an Assistant Principal of Oakridge Middle School from 2012-2014, the Principal of Moore Intermediate School in Florence from 2011-2012 and an Assistant Principal of Southside Middle School in Florence from 2008-2011. He began his career as a teacher and coach at Lake City High School in Florence from 2001-2008. He was named the school’s Teacher of the Year in 2007-2008.
Ruth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from Francis Marion University, a Master's degree in educational administration from the University of South Carolina, and an Education Specialist degree in educational leadership from Winthrop University. He is currently working on a Doctorate in education systems improvement science from Clemson University.
The Board announced the appointment at tonight’s School Board Business Meeting after finalizing his contract in Executive Session. Ruth will replace Dr. Sheila Quinn, who announced her retirement back in August.
“As a board, we were impressed with the caliber of the senior leadership team and knew that we had the opportunity to consider all options here in Clover School District before looking elsewhere. The most gratifying part of hiring Rod Ruth as our next superintendent is that we didn’t have to base it on a single interview. We have been able to watch him work over the past decade and know the type of proven leader he is each and every day,” said Board Chair Rob Wallace.
Ruth currently serves as the district’s Chief Student Services and Secondary Education Officer. He has been in that role since 2023. Ruth previously served as the Principal at Clover High from 2015 to 2023. He led his staff and school in becoming a finalist for the Palmetto's Finest award and earned multiple professional accolades, including South Carolina Secondary Principal of the Year in 2022.
“From the moment I stepped onto a Clover School District campus nearly 15 years ago, I knew I was somewhere special. One of my favorite things about our district is the manner in which we pursue excellence in all we do and for all we serve. Clover School District is a beautiful blend of storied history and future ready innovation. Our students represent the very best, and that is why I pledge my very best as their Superintendent. As the parent of both a current student and proud Clover School District graduate, I know the amazing work being done in the schools and programs across our district. It is truly an honor to serve our community and I look forward to continuing to work alongside this amazing team as we pursue excellence for each child and on each day,” said Ruth.
Ruth held a number of administrative positions prior to leading Clover High. He was the Principal of York Middle School from 2014-2015, an Assistant Principal of Oakridge Middle School from 2012-2014, the Principal of Moore Intermediate School in Florence from 2011-2012 and an Assistant Principal of Southside Middle School in Florence from 2008-2011. He began his career as a teacher and coach at Lake City High School in Florence from 2001-2008. He was named the school’s Teacher of the Year in 2007-2008.
Ruth holds a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from Francis Marion University, a Master's degree in educational administration from the University of South Carolina, and an Education Specialist degree in educational leadership from Winthrop University. He is currently working on a Doctorate in education systems improvement science from Clemson University.
Boys Rugby is getting underway at CSD middle schools! See details for your school.
The Clover Middle Robotics team traveled to Sevier Middle School on Saturday, October 24, to compete in their first competition of the season.
All four teams qualified to advance into the elimination round. Teams 1660B (Annabelle Naile, Jacob Blair and Virginia Mayberry) and 1660C (Noah Edwards, Corbin Westmoreland and Sam Houck) advanced into the quarter finals before facing elimination from the bracket.
Team 1660D rallied throughout the day to finish qualifying rounds in 7th place. This team arrived at the competition with an unfinished robot. The team stayed focused and was able to finish their robot, make inspections, and meet with their blind alliance match ups. This team is made up of all 6th grade students Brantley Hullett, Aaron Naile and Elliot Houck.
Team 1660A faced adversity throughout the day with different systems in their robot malfunctioning. This team is made up of all 6th grade students, Caroline Edwards, Madelynn Chang and Bryson Bynum. Congratulations to all teams for a job well done.
The team will travel to Bob Jones Middle School on Saturday, November 7, for their second competition.
❤️🎀 Red Ribbon Week 🎀❤️
This week, our schools are joining communities across the country to celebrate Red Ribbon Week and promote healthy, safe and drug-free choices.
Red Ribbon Week is an opportunity to empower our students to make positive decisions, take care of themselves and one another, and understand that their choices today can help shape their future tomorrow.
Let’s encourage our students to stand strong, make healthy choices and be the best versions of themselves. Together, we can build a school community where every student has the support and confidence to choose a healthy, drug-free future. 💚🍀
#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFree #HealthyChoices
This week, our schools are joining communities across the country to celebrate Red Ribbon Week and promote healthy, safe and drug-free choices.
Red Ribbon Week is an opportunity to empower our students to make positive decisions, take care of themselves and one another, and understand that their choices today can help shape their future tomorrow.
Let’s encourage our students to stand strong, make healthy choices and be the best versions of themselves. Together, we can build a school community where every student has the support and confidence to choose a healthy, drug-free future. 💚🍀
#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFree #HealthyChoices
Clover School District (CSD) is sending our four-leaf clover good luck wishes to the Lake Wylie High School Marching Band as they compete in their first-ever 3A state championship tomorrow.
We know their "Lightning in a Bottle" show will bring the energy and light up the field!
Good luck, Chargers! 🍀⚡
We know their "Lightning in a Bottle" show will bring the energy and light up the field!
Good luck, Chargers! 🍀⚡
COMMUNITY ALERT:
Eighth grade students at Clover Middle School are taking part in a Revolutionary War Reenactment today.
Community members may hear the sound of musket fire at the end of class periods today as the demonstration concludes.
Eighth grade students at Clover Middle School are taking part in a Revolutionary War Reenactment today.
Community members may hear the sound of musket fire at the end of class periods today as the demonstration concludes.
The Center for Career Innovation (CCI) hosted its first job fair of the year at Lake Wylie High School this morning.
Approximately 50 local businesses were on hand to speak to students about opportunities with their organizations. Students even had the chance to try their skills at various employment skills, including check writing and wire stripping.
A special shout out to CCI's Culinary Arts program for providing refreshments for the company representatives who took part in the fair.
CCI will host a second job fair in the spring for students at Clover High School.
Clover School District (CSD) appreciates the partnership with local businesses for the success of our students.
Approximately 50 local businesses were on hand to speak to students about opportunities with their organizations. Students even had the chance to try their skills at various employment skills, including check writing and wire stripping.
A special shout out to CCI's Culinary Arts program for providing refreshments for the company representatives who took part in the fair.
CCI will host a second job fair in the spring for students at Clover High School.
Clover School District (CSD) appreciates the partnership with local businesses for the success of our students.
Lake Wylie High school will host the Region 3 4A Cross Country Championships on Thursday, October 22, beginning at 5 p.m.
Tickets are available at:
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/lakewyliehsbooster/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzYx
Tickets are available at:
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/lakewyliehsbooster/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzYx
🛡️💚 America’s Safe Schools Week 💚🛡️
This week, we’re joining school communities across the country in recognizing America’s Safe Schools Week and reaffirming our commitment to creating safe, welcoming and supportive schools for every student and staff member.
School safety is everyone’s responsibility. From our educators and administrators to our students, families, transportation teams, law enforcement partners and entire community, we all have a role to play in keeping our schools safe.
Thank you to everyone who works each day to protect our students, strengthen our schools and help create an environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive. 🍀
This week, we’re joining school communities across the country in recognizing America’s Safe Schools Week and reaffirming our commitment to creating safe, welcoming and supportive schools for every student and staff member.
School safety is everyone’s responsibility. From our educators and administrators to our students, families, transportation teams, law enforcement partners and entire community, we all have a role to play in keeping our schools safe.
Thank you to everyone who works each day to protect our students, strengthen our schools and help create an environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive. 🍀
Schools across the Clover School District are gearing up for Red Ribbon Week. Check out this schedule of events!
🍀 The Heart of Our Schools
Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Shelton Kimble on what she loves about the Academies of Clover School District. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Shelton Kimble on what she loves about the Academies of Clover School District. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
Clover School District (CSD) is announcing a change to the use of artificial intelligence resources in Clover School District.
Effective October 21, 2026, the district will officially block the use of all AI resources except SchoolAI on all student devices. This is a pause, not a permanent block for students, which will allow Clover School District to strengthen expectations for responsible use, the ability to protect student information, and time to provide consistent support for AI integration in our schools.
Clover School District’s Technology team will begin blocking student device access to publicly available AI tools to the best of its ability. Although filtering cannot guarantee that every resource will be blocked, we are asking that staff plan any AI usage with classroom instruction around SchoolAI and should not direct students to other AI platforms during this pause.
SchoolAI Access and Support
SchoolAI is available through ClassLink to all middle and high school teachers and students, as well as elementary teachers but not elementary students.
Innovation coaches will share additional information with teachers about accessing SchoolAI, how to use it effectively in instruction, and how to receive support. Please stay tuned for more communication regarding Clover’s next steps and how you can get involved.
Effective October 21, 2026, the district will officially block the use of all AI resources except SchoolAI on all student devices. This is a pause, not a permanent block for students, which will allow Clover School District to strengthen expectations for responsible use, the ability to protect student information, and time to provide consistent support for AI integration in our schools.
Clover School District’s Technology team will begin blocking student device access to publicly available AI tools to the best of its ability. Although filtering cannot guarantee that every resource will be blocked, we are asking that staff plan any AI usage with classroom instruction around SchoolAI and should not direct students to other AI platforms during this pause.
SchoolAI Access and Support
SchoolAI is available through ClassLink to all middle and high school teachers and students, as well as elementary teachers but not elementary students.
Innovation coaches will share additional information with teachers about accessing SchoolAI, how to use it effectively in instruction, and how to receive support. Please stay tuned for more communication regarding Clover’s next steps and how you can get involved.
Thirty-eight Choraliers sang for the National Association of the Teachers of Singing (NATS) auditions at the University of South Carolina in Columbia on Saturday, October 17.
Thirty -one of these students earned scores that qualified them to advance to the regional auditions at Shenandoah University in March. In addition, the following students placed in the top three in their categories:
Freshmen and Sophomore Girls:
First place - Maiyah Kee (LWHS)
Third place - Kailey Blackwell (LWHS)
Freshmen and Sophomore Boys:
Second place - Alex Gould (CHS)
Third place - Daniel Hogan (LWHS)
Junior and Senior Girls:
Second place - Antonia Kearney (CHS)
Third place - Addie Campbell (CHS)
Junior and Senior Boys:
Third place (tie) - Keaton Huskey and Julian Smith (CHS)
The Choraliers are directed by Jay Forrest, Alex Bromell and Brandi Icard.
Thirty -one of these students earned scores that qualified them to advance to the regional auditions at Shenandoah University in March. In addition, the following students placed in the top three in their categories:
Freshmen and Sophomore Girls:
First place - Maiyah Kee (LWHS)
Third place - Kailey Blackwell (LWHS)
Freshmen and Sophomore Boys:
Second place - Alex Gould (CHS)
Third place - Daniel Hogan (LWHS)
Junior and Senior Girls:
Second place - Antonia Kearney (CHS)
Third place - Addie Campbell (CHS)
Junior and Senior Boys:
Third place (tie) - Keaton Huskey and Julian Smith (CHS)
The Choraliers are directed by Jay Forrest, Alex Bromell and Brandi Icard.
🚌💚 School Bus Safety Week 💚🚌
This week, we’re recognizing the importance of school bus safety and celebrating the dedicated bus drivers who help get our students to and from school safely each day.
With thousands of students riding our buses every day, safety is a shared responsibility. We encourage everyone to slow down, stay alert and follow the rules when driving near a school bus.
To our incredible bus drivers: thank you for the care, patience and responsibility you show our students every day. You’re an important part of our school community, and we appreciate you! 🍀
Let’s work together to make sure every ride is a safe ride.
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #BusSafety #ThankYouBusDrivers
This week, we’re recognizing the importance of school bus safety and celebrating the dedicated bus drivers who help get our students to and from school safely each day.
With thousands of students riding our buses every day, safety is a shared responsibility. We encourage everyone to slow down, stay alert and follow the rules when driving near a school bus.
To our incredible bus drivers: thank you for the care, patience and responsibility you show our students every day. You’re an important part of our school community, and we appreciate you! 🍀
Let’s work together to make sure every ride is a safe ride.
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #BusSafety #ThankYouBusDrivers
🍀 The Heart of Our Schools
Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Carrie Bolin n on what she loves about the Center for Career Innovation. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
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Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Carrie Bolin n on what she loves about the Center for Career Innovation. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
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💻📱 Happy Digital Citizenship Week! 📱💻
In a world where so much of our learning, communication and connection happens online, being a good digital citizen matters!
During Digital Citizenship Week, we’re reminding our students that what we do online reflects who we are offline. Being a responsible digital citizen means thinking before you post, protecting your personal information, treating others with kindness and respect, and using technology in positive and productive ways.
Let’s help our students become confident, responsible and respectful citizens — both in the classroom and in the digital world. 💚🍀
In a world where so much of our learning, communication and connection happens online, being a good digital citizen matters!
During Digital Citizenship Week, we’re reminding our students that what we do online reflects who we are offline. Being a responsible digital citizen means thinking before you post, protecting your personal information, treating others with kindness and respect, and using technology in positive and productive ways.
Let’s help our students become confident, responsible and respectful citizens — both in the classroom and in the digital world. 💚🍀
🍀 The Heart of Our Schools
Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Calub Courtwright on what he loves about Lake Wylie High School. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
Every great school has a heartbeat — and so much of that heartbeat comes from the leader at the center of it all.
October is National Principals Month, and throughout the month, we’re celebrating the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart and make a difference in the lives of students, staff and families every day.
Our principals do so much more than lead from an office. They greet students at the door, support teachers, celebrate accomplishments, solve problems, build relationships and create school communities where every child can thrive.
They are advocates. Encouragers. Problem-solvers. Culture-builders. Champions for kids.
Today, we hear from Principal Calub Courtwright on what he loves about Lake Wylie High School. ❤️🍀
Happy National Principals Month to our amazing school leaders!
