On Tuesday, Director of Community Engagement Ginger Marr joined representatives from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools at a service project with Dignity Grows, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending period poverty through direct product support, strong community partnerships, and data-driven advocacy.
Through a nationwide network of volunteers and supporters, Dignity Grows serves tens of thousands of women and girls each year—helping remove barriers that impact health, dignity, and daily life. Studies show that students from lower-income households are five times more likely to miss school due to menstruation, making access to these products critical for confidence, attendance, and opportunity.
A special thank you to The Westin Charlotte for sponsoring the service project, with their managers packing “Hope in a Backpack” kits—each providing a two-month supply of essential hygiene products. In the Clover School District, these products will be distributed through school nurses and social workers to directly support students in need.
Thanks also to our community partner Vale Lake Wylie for helping make the connection to this important resource.
Through a nationwide network of volunteers and supporters, Dignity Grows serves tens of thousands of women and girls each year—helping remove barriers that impact health, dignity, and daily life. Studies show that students from lower-income households are five times more likely to miss school due to menstruation, making access to these products critical for confidence, attendance, and opportunity.
A special thank you to The Westin Charlotte for sponsoring the service project, with their managers packing “Hope in a Backpack” kits—each providing a two-month supply of essential hygiene products. In the Clover School District, these products will be distributed through school nurses and social workers to directly support students in need.
Thanks also to our community partner Vale Lake Wylie for helping make the connection to this important resource.
Today we celebrate Paraprofessional Appreciation Day and recognize the outstanding teacher assistants who make a difference in classrooms across Clover School District every day. 🍎💙
Our teacher assistants provide encouragement, patience, and dedicated support that helps students grow, learn, and succeed. Their work strengthens instruction, builds relationships, and helps create positive learning environments in every school.
Thank you to our teacher assistants for the care, commitment, and impact you bring to our students and staff each day! 🍀✨
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay
Our teacher assistants provide encouragement, patience, and dedicated support that helps students grow, learn, and succeed. Their work strengthens instruction, builds relationships, and helps create positive learning environments in every school.
Thank you to our teacher assistants for the care, commitment, and impact you bring to our students and staff each day! 🍀✨
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay
Oakridge Middle School Soccer has had a busy season in 2026. Both programs are currently on a strong winning streak heading into the final week of play. OMS is more than just wins and losses, though. They are here to serve their community and have fun while they are doing it.
On March 17, the teams worked together to go through the Lost and Found at the school and deliver any items that were labeled. The remainder was donated to Tender Hearts in York County. Over nine bags of items were donated. They also rolled up their sleeves and deep cleaned the bleachers.
On March 25, the teams played their annual Battle of the Bird’s Nest that merges both programs together to play a Savannah Banana style soccer game. Funds were raised by children and adults donating to kick penalty kicks for the team of their choice. Over $350 was raised. These funds will be donated to Roosevelt Middle School’s soccer program. The game concluded with a tie and penalty kick shootout where the Trolls beat the Beauty and the Cleats in a 37-36 battle.
We are proud of our Golden Eagles!
On March 17, the teams worked together to go through the Lost and Found at the school and deliver any items that were labeled. The remainder was donated to Tender Hearts in York County. Over nine bags of items were donated. They also rolled up their sleeves and deep cleaned the bleachers.
On March 25, the teams played their annual Battle of the Bird’s Nest that merges both programs together to play a Savannah Banana style soccer game. Funds were raised by children and adults donating to kick penalty kicks for the team of their choice. Over $350 was raised. These funds will be donated to Roosevelt Middle School’s soccer program. The game concluded with a tie and penalty kick shootout where the Trolls beat the Beauty and the Cleats in a 37-36 battle.
We are proud of our Golden Eagles!
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize and celebrate the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of children in military families. 💜
In Clover School District, we are proud to support and honor our military-connected students who demonstrate courage, adaptability, and perseverance as they navigate unique challenges and experiences.
Thank you to our military families for your service and sacrifice, and to our military children for the important role you play each day in supporting those who serve our nation.
#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp
In Clover School District, we are proud to support and honor our military-connected students who demonstrate courage, adaptability, and perseverance as they navigate unique challenges and experiences.
Thank you to our military families for your service and sacrifice, and to our military children for the important role you play each day in supporting those who serve our nation.
#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp
The Clover High School Choral Department is proud to announce that 20 members of the Clover High School Choraliers recently traveled to the University of Maryland, College Park to compete in the Mid-Atlantic Regional auditions for the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS).
Under the leadership of the Director of the Voice Lesson Program, Brandi Icard, these vocalists reached the regional level following qualifying scores at the South Carolina NATS auditions earlier this year. Their success in Maryland solidifies Clover’s reputation as a powerhouse for vocal talent, marking the fourth consecutive year that Choraliers have advanced 5 or more students to the national stage.
Following a weekend of rigorous competition against the region's finest, five Choraliers secured top-five finishes and earned prestigious bids to the National Round. 2026 National Qualifiers are :
• Matt Ketchum: 2nd Place – Upperclassmen TBB
• Caroline Kane: 3rd Place – Upperclassmen Treble
• Daniel Hogan: 3rd Place (Tie) – Underclassmen TBB
• Owen Kelly: 3rd Place (Tie) – Underclassmen TBB
• Caden Carmody: 4th Place – Upperclassmen TBB
Special congratulations to all the students who represented Clover High School at the Mid-Atlantic Auditions.
Under the leadership of the Director of the Voice Lesson Program, Brandi Icard, these vocalists reached the regional level following qualifying scores at the South Carolina NATS auditions earlier this year. Their success in Maryland solidifies Clover’s reputation as a powerhouse for vocal talent, marking the fourth consecutive year that Choraliers have advanced 5 or more students to the national stage.
Following a weekend of rigorous competition against the region's finest, five Choraliers secured top-five finishes and earned prestigious bids to the National Round. 2026 National Qualifiers are :
• Matt Ketchum: 2nd Place – Upperclassmen TBB
• Caroline Kane: 3rd Place – Upperclassmen Treble
• Daniel Hogan: 3rd Place (Tie) – Underclassmen TBB
• Owen Kelly: 3rd Place (Tie) – Underclassmen TBB
• Caden Carmody: 4th Place – Upperclassmen TBB
Special congratulations to all the students who represented Clover High School at the Mid-Atlantic Auditions.
As we close out Women's History Month, Clover School District (CSD) salutes the women filling some of the district's top leadership roles. These include:
School Board Vice Chair Jessica Cody
School Board Member Kenda Cook
Superintendent Dr. Sheila Quinn
School Board Member Tracy Stiff
Chief Academic Officer Dr. Millicent Dickey
Public Information Officer Stephanie Knott
Chief Human Resources and Strategic Planning Officer Rinice Sauls
We thank them for inspiring excellence, leading with vision and making a lasting difference for students, staff and families every day. Thank you for your dedication, strength, and commitment to shaping the future of our schools and community.
Congratulations to these outstanding members of the Clover High School counseling staff who continue to guide and support the students of Clover High School. As CHS celebrates its 50th anniversary on its current campus, we honor the professionals who have helped generations of Blue Eagles navigate their paths with confidence and purpose. Celebrating the campus and living the legacy, this team will continue helping shape the future of CHS—empowering students to plan, persevere, and soar to new heights.
The Transition students in Patti Myers and Mary Allen’s classes at Clover High School are proud to partner with Team Super Jase in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in the fight for a cure.
For the sixth year, CHS students have volunteered their time to fill Easter eggs with candy for this special fundraiser. Students have filled over 2000 eggs this year.
Team Super Jase will deliver a bag of candy-filled eggs directly to your yard—be sure to sign up here: https://forms.gle/nejnXmqCwp9foMba6
For the sixth year, CHS students have volunteered their time to fill Easter eggs with candy for this special fundraiser. Students have filled over 2000 eggs this year.
Team Super Jase will deliver a bag of candy-filled eggs directly to your yard—be sure to sign up here: https://forms.gle/nejnXmqCwp9foMba6
Beauty and the Books, a team of students from Crowders Creek Elementary, was named the CSD Elementary Battle of the Books Champion after multiple rounds of stiff competition at the Academies of Clover School District earlier today.
Beauty and Books is made up of Sloane Pinti, Sanjiti Shinde and Lydia Stephens.
The team of Picture Books from Griggs Road Elementary finished second, while Shooting Stars, also from Griggs Road, finished in third place.
Students who compete in the contest read and study 10 books in order to be able to answer challenging questions about the books in both a relay and Family Feud format.
Jennifer Dundr is the districts' English Language Arts Instructional Specialist.
Beauty and Books is made up of Sloane Pinti, Sanjiti Shinde and Lydia Stephens.
The team of Picture Books from Griggs Road Elementary finished second, while Shooting Stars, also from Griggs Road, finished in third place.
Students who compete in the contest read and study 10 books in order to be able to answer challenging questions about the books in both a relay and Family Feud format.
Jennifer Dundr is the districts' English Language Arts Instructional Specialist.
Congratulations to these dedicated World Languages Department teachers who have expanded horizons at Clover High School for generations. As CHS celebrates its 50th anniversary on its current campus, we honor the educators who have helped Eagles connect with cultures and perspectives beyond their own. Celebrating the campus and living the legacy, this team will continue to build bridges to the future—empowering students to communicate with confidence and carry the CHS legacy into a wider world.
#LivingtheLegacy
#ConnectingtheWorld
#ProudtobeaBlue Eagle
Clover High School (CHS) is excited to announce Betsy Shealy Miller as the new head cheer coach. Coach Miller, a former Blue Eagle cheerleader, has prior experience in the district serving as the assistant varsity cheer coach and middle school coach at Clover Middle School.
“I am excited that we were able to hire a cheer coach with Coach Miller’s background, her knowledge of cheerleading, and her love for the Clover High School community. I am looking forward to continuing the success we have had in competition cheer with Coach Miller leading the program. She is excited to get started," said Bailey Jackson, Athletic Director.
“I am excited that we were able to hire a cheer coach with Coach Miller’s background, her knowledge of cheerleading, and her love for the Clover High School community. I am looking forward to continuing the success we have had in competition cheer with Coach Miller leading the program. She is excited to get started," said Bailey Jackson, Athletic Director.
Congratulations to these dedicated physical education teachers who have helped shape the strength and spirit of Clover High School. As CHS celebrates its 50th anniversary on its current campus, we honor the educators who have built a lasting foundation of wellness, teamwork, and perseverance for generations of Eagles. Celebrating the campus and living the legacy, this team continues building on that strong foundation—encouraging students to stay active, stay focused, and rise to every challenge with confidence.
#LivingtheLegacy
#BlueEagleStrong
#ProudtobeaBlueEagle
#StrongFoundation
#LivingtheLegacy
#BlueEagleStrong
#ProudtobeaBlueEagle
#StrongFoundation
CSD elementary schools have announced their Teachers of the Year and Support Staff Members of the Year. They are:
Bethany Elementary
Julie Moser, Teacher of the Year
Brittany Wilson, Support Staff Member of the Year
Bethel Elementary
Elishia Bazzano, Teacher of the Year
Michelle Grigg, Support Staff Member of the Year
Crowders Creek Elementary
Jessica Chiampa, Teacher of the Year
Felicia Alba, Support Staff Member of the Year
Griggs Road Elementary
Payton Miller, Teacher of the Year
Ashley Carroll, Support Staff Member of the Year
Kinard Elementary
D’Asia Cherry, Teacher of the Year
Rachel Fetty, Support Staff Member of the Year
Larne Elementary
Gina Horn, Teacher of the Year
Alison Edwards, Support Staff Member of the Year
Oakridge Elementary
Beverly Mellette, Teacher of the Year
Michele Schoenherr, Support Staff Member of the Year
Bethany Elementary
Julie Moser, Teacher of the Year
Brittany Wilson, Support Staff Member of the Year
Bethel Elementary
Elishia Bazzano, Teacher of the Year
Michelle Grigg, Support Staff Member of the Year
Crowders Creek Elementary
Jessica Chiampa, Teacher of the Year
Felicia Alba, Support Staff Member of the Year
Griggs Road Elementary
Payton Miller, Teacher of the Year
Ashley Carroll, Support Staff Member of the Year
Kinard Elementary
D’Asia Cherry, Teacher of the Year
Rachel Fetty, Support Staff Member of the Year
Larne Elementary
Gina Horn, Teacher of the Year
Alison Edwards, Support Staff Member of the Year
Oakridge Elementary
Beverly Mellette, Teacher of the Year
Michele Schoenherr, Support Staff Member of the Year
CSD secondary schools have named their Teachers of the Year and Support Staff Members of the year. They are:
Clover Middle School
Brooke Rice, Teacher of the Year
Wilhelmenia Choates, Support Staff Member of the Year
Oakridge Middle School
Jean May, Teacher of the Year
Beth Watts, Support Staff Member of the Year
Ninth Grade Campus
Sarah Stadler, Teacher of the Year
Paul Moore, Support Staff Member of the Year
Clover High School
Rick Langdale, Teacher of the Year
Jackie Tate, Support Staff Member of the Year
Center for Career Innovation
Shalyn Wehbie, Teacher of the Year
Megan Joye, Support Staff Member of the Year
Academies of Clover School District
Dr. Ingrid Coke, Teacher of the Year
Mike Rago, Support Staff Member of the Year
Clover Middle School
Brooke Rice, Teacher of the Year
Wilhelmenia Choates, Support Staff Member of the Year
Oakridge Middle School
Jean May, Teacher of the Year
Beth Watts, Support Staff Member of the Year
Ninth Grade Campus
Sarah Stadler, Teacher of the Year
Paul Moore, Support Staff Member of the Year
Clover High School
Rick Langdale, Teacher of the Year
Jackie Tate, Support Staff Member of the Year
Center for Career Innovation
Shalyn Wehbie, Teacher of the Year
Megan Joye, Support Staff Member of the Year
Academies of Clover School District
Dr. Ingrid Coke, Teacher of the Year
Mike Rago, Support Staff Member of the Year
Fire Science students from the Center for Career Innovation (CCI) visited Kinard Elementary on Monday to instruct kindergarten students on fire safety.
Fire Science students taking part in the visit included: Ryan Smith (who also plays Sparky), Hailey Bolin, AnnMarie Hunter and Caden Lowrance .
Their teacher is Chief Scott Boyd.
Fire Science students taking part in the visit included: Ryan Smith (who also plays Sparky), Hailey Bolin, AnnMarie Hunter and Caden Lowrance .
Their teacher is Chief Scott Boyd.
Members of the CSD Clay Target Team delivered outstanding performances at the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Youth Trap Championship in Eastover last weekend.
Teams from CSD finished first and second in the middle school division. The team of Jackson Parker, Bryson Varjabedian and Jax Freeman finished in first place, while the team of James Hoyle, Hudson Olivas and Declan Stevens finished in second place. Jackson Parker was the overall high scorer in the middle school division, posting a 91 out of 100.
The junior varsity team of Porter Gibson, Colton Schweitzer and Jaxon Clark finished fourth in their division.
At the senior division, Fischer Gilmartin finished in second place with a score of 94 out of 100 and received a $2,500 scholarship. Sebastian Schweitzer finished in fourth place with a score of 92 out of 100.
Teams from CSD finished first and second in the middle school division. The team of Jackson Parker, Bryson Varjabedian and Jax Freeman finished in first place, while the team of James Hoyle, Hudson Olivas and Declan Stevens finished in second place. Jackson Parker was the overall high scorer in the middle school division, posting a 91 out of 100.
The junior varsity team of Porter Gibson, Colton Schweitzer and Jaxon Clark finished fourth in their division.
At the senior division, Fischer Gilmartin finished in second place with a score of 94 out of 100 and received a $2,500 scholarship. Sebastian Schweitzer finished in fourth place with a score of 92 out of 100.
What a TERRIFIC Tuesday our CSD staff enjoyed at Vale Lake Wylie!
The team at Vale graciously hosted a wonderful after-hours event for our teachers and staff at their beautiful new property on Sublime Summer Lane. Attendees enjoyed delicious appetizers from Bocao Sushi, relaxing massages provided by Inner Healing and Mobile Relief Massage Therapy, and complimentary skincare analysis from Rejuvenate at Lake Wylie. MaxLiving Chiropractic offered wellness screenings, while Project Lean Nation rounded out the evening with free samples and exclusive discounts for CSD employees. Generous door prizes topped off a fun and relaxing time for all.
A special thank you to Jay Patel and the entire team at Archetype’s VALE Lake Wylie for treating our staff and creating such a welcoming and rejuvenating experience. Their continued support of the Clover School District—including generous leasing discounts for our employees—speaks volumes. We are truly grateful they are ALL IN!
Congratulations to these dedicated social studies teachers who have helped shape the character of Clover High School through the years. As CHS celebrates its 50th anniversary on its current campus, we honor the educators who have guided generations of Eagles in understanding the world and their place in it. Celebrating the campus and living the legacy, this team is mapping the past to the future—helping students learn from history as they chart their own path forward.
CSD's construction projects are moving ever closer to completion!
Floors, doors and finishes are the focus of work at both Lake Wylie High School and Liberty Hill Elementary School.
Casework, like shelves and cabinets, are being installed in classrooms. Appliances are going in the kitchen , and terrazzo is going down in the cafeteria. Even the auditorium, which is usually the final space to complete, is coming along.
Work also continues on athletic spaces. Asphalt is complete on the tennis courts, fencing is in at the track and basketball hoops have been installed at the gym.
At Liberty Hill, drywall work and painting are underway, along with the casework. Elevators are in progress, and playgrounds will be delivered shortly.
Both schools anticipate the delivery of furniture in May.
Floors, doors and finishes are the focus of work at both Lake Wylie High School and Liberty Hill Elementary School.
Casework, like shelves and cabinets, are being installed in classrooms. Appliances are going in the kitchen , and terrazzo is going down in the cafeteria. Even the auditorium, which is usually the final space to complete, is coming along.
Work also continues on athletic spaces. Asphalt is complete on the tennis courts, fencing is in at the track and basketball hoops have been installed at the gym.
At Liberty Hill, drywall work and painting are underway, along with the casework. Elevators are in progress, and playgrounds will be delivered shortly.
Both schools anticipate the delivery of furniture in May.
This past weekend, the Clover High School Trumpet Ensemble traveled to the University of Iowa for the 2026 National Trumpet Competition.
Earlier in the school year, the ensemble submitted a video recording for the preliminary round of the competition and was selected to advance to the Semifinal Round, which is comprised of only the top 10 high school ensembles in the nation.
On Friday, March 20, the students received a standing ovation for their dynamic performance of Danzón No. 2 by Arturo Márquez, which was arranged specifically for the ensemble by Clover School District Trumpet Instructor and Winthrop University Trumpet Professor Dr. Marisa Youngs.
This is Clover’s 5th year being selected as NTC Semifinalists and the ensemble is one of only a handful of groups to be named a consistent semifinalist each year.
Ensemble personnel included CHS seniors James Gilkeson III and Izzy Jackson, and juniors Alex Aull, Adam Feld, Michael Jenkins, Josh Seon and Zach Tiller. The ensemble is directed by Clover High School Associate Band Director Courtney Wyatt.
Earlier in the school year, the ensemble submitted a video recording for the preliminary round of the competition and was selected to advance to the Semifinal Round, which is comprised of only the top 10 high school ensembles in the nation.
On Friday, March 20, the students received a standing ovation for their dynamic performance of Danzón No. 2 by Arturo Márquez, which was arranged specifically for the ensemble by Clover School District Trumpet Instructor and Winthrop University Trumpet Professor Dr. Marisa Youngs.
This is Clover’s 5th year being selected as NTC Semifinalists and the ensemble is one of only a handful of groups to be named a consistent semifinalist each year.
Ensemble personnel included CHS seniors James Gilkeson III and Izzy Jackson, and juniors Alex Aull, Adam Feld, Michael Jenkins, Josh Seon and Zach Tiller. The ensemble is directed by Clover High School Associate Band Director Courtney Wyatt.
