We are so proud of Mrs. McJunkin. She earned the Golden Apple Award. She was nominated by Lundy. Here is the video of the special bond between Lundy and Mrs. McJunkin.
https://youtu.be/dV7heCnSqMI?si=6qznaLVltBWMbQbI
Today, we hosted Cocoa and Confidence—a day full of inspiration and learning! We’re incredibly grateful to the United Way Pickens County Education Impact Grant for partnering with us to equip families with tools to boost success in reading and math at home. A huge shout-out to Ms. Sawyer, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. Swinyer, and Mrs. Spearman for organizing this memorable event.
Stay tuned— we’ll be sharing a video of the presentation with all families soon!
Today is National School Resource Officers Day! 🎉 We want to take a moment to express our gratitude to Officer O'Malley. She works tirelessly behind the scenes every day to ensure our students have the best and safest learning environment possible. Thank you, Officer O'Malley, for all you do! 🙏👮♀️
Today, we celebrate the incredible men and women who ensure our students travel safely to and from school each day. It's SC Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we want to say THANK YOU to our SDPC bus drivers and assistants!
To truly capture the impact of our drivers, we spent time riding along on routes and speaking with two of our dedicated drivers—experiencing firsthand the joy, care, and commitment they bring to their work.
🎥 Watch our special tribute video here: https://youtu.be/omM_SDLXcM0
🚌💛 Celebrating South Carolina Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 💛🚌
Today, we had the honor of welcoming our amazing bus drivers to East End for a special lunch! 🎉 These dedicated drivers play a vital role in our school community, ensuring our students arrive safely to and from school every day. Their hard work, patience, and kindness do not go unnoticed, and we are beyond grateful for all they do!
Thank you, East End bus drivers, for your commitment and care! 🚍💙
📣 East End Honors African American History Month! 🏈🎉
This month, we proudly celebrate the achievements of African American leaders, and today, we shine the spotlight on Coach Tony Dungy! 🌟 A trailblazer in football and a true inspiration, Coach Dungy’s legacy goes beyond the game—his leadership, faith, and commitment to making a difference continue to inspire generations.
🎧 Listen to Coach A as he shares more about Coach Dungy's impact and what his story means for all of us. Let’s honor and learn from those who have paved the way! 🙌🏾
Here is the link: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/4apESCzdybl9NaEX0gxf
📢 East End Honors African American History Month! 📢
Today, we are featuring Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice and a champion for civil rights! 🏛️⚖️
We had the honor of welcoming Bishop Artis Buford, who shared inspiring facts about Justice Marshall’s legacy. 🙌✨
Stay tuned tomorrow as we highlight another famous African American who made history! 🎥👀
Here is the link: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/F5V8JXFN0YQ50ZrdJWUp
📢 East End Honors African American History Month! 🎉
Today, Dr. Freitag and some of our amazing East End students are celebrating the incredible contributions of Garrett Morgan and Hank Aaron! 🏆✨
🔬 Garrett Morgan revolutionized safety with his inventions, including the traffic signal and gas mask.
⚾ Hank Aaron made history in baseball, breaking barriers and records with his legendary career.
Check out today’s video to learn more about these inspiring figures! 🎥👇
Here is the link: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/ysmwGUEIhFUzDcD4oU0y
📢🎉 Exciting News! 🎉📢
We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. McJunkin has been awarded the WYFF 4 Golden Apple Award! 🍏🏆 She was nominated by Lundy, and today, WYFF 4 got to see her in action, witnessing firsthand the incredible impact she has on our students.
📺 Tune in on February 27, 2025, to watch the special segment featuring Mrs. McJunkin!
Way to go, Mrs. McJunkin! We are so proud of you! 👏👏
🌟 Celebrating African American History Month at East End! 🌟
Today, we honor two incredible figures in American history:
🚂 Harriet Tubman – A fearless leader who dedicated her life to rescuing slaves through the Underground Railroad. Her bravery and determination changed countless lives, and her legacy continues to inspire us all. 🙌
🚀 Mae Jemison – The first African American woman to travel to space! Mae's groundbreaking achievements in science and space exploration have paved the way for future generations of women and people of color to reach for the stars. 🌌✨
Let's take a moment to reflect on their extraordinary contributions and celebrate their lasting impact on our world. 💫
Here is the link: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/bqsxmrdN4FVdLgWdbbVG
This week is National School Counselors Week, and East End wants to take a moment to honor Dr. Freitag for all of his hard work and dedication. Dr. Freitag goes above and beyond to create the best learning environment for our students. He organizes our annual school supplies drive, weekend backpack food program, and the Student of the Month initiative. He also supports our students with valuable guidance lessons in the classroom and helps ensure our safety during arrival and dismissal every day. We are incredibly thankful for all that Dr. Freitag does for our school community!
Today, we are thrilled to have several students join us as we continue our East End Honors African American History Month series. Today’s focus is on two remarkable figures: Amanda Gorman, an inspiring author and poet, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a courageous minister and Civil Rights Activist. Our students are diving into the legacies of these iconic individuals and learning how they each made a profound impact on history. Here is the link:
https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/IkqBKo3LR33XEFjIcPhv
"Today on East End Honors African American History Month, Mr. Adams presented Simone Biles – a true example of being tiny but mighty! 💪 Simone's strength, grace, and determination continue to inspire us all. Check out Ms. Kerce's classroom door, beautifully showcasing her incredible legacy!
Here is the link for today: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/Q7T1C8aHILb9HcXEF3TK
🌟 Honoring Mr. Sammy Blassingame at East End Elementary! 🌟
Today, we had the incredible honor of celebrating Mr. Sammy Blassingame, a beloved figure at East End Elementary. Mr. Sammy is cherished by all of our students, and we are so proud to recognize his positive influence in our community.
Special thanks to Mrs. Lively and Mrs. Moore for sharing several heartwarming pictures of Mr. Sammy growing up, displayed on their doors! These personal snapshots truly bring his story to life.
We’re proud to honor Mr. Sammy and all the amazing contributions he’s made to our school!
Here is the link: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/mIbAT4xv98Rsmh7HKcj2
Dear EEE Families,
We are excited to invite you to our next parent help session, Cocoa & Confidence: A Parent’s Guide to Reading & Math! Join us for an evening of support, strategies, and warm cocoa as we provide practical tools to help you work with your child at home.
📅 Date: Monday, February 24, 2025
🎁 Bonus: All participants will receive a take-home toolkit!
Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckE-lvRVDwJ1GW6vEV43ITvUBETMRToZNlP-yhsHZiQAqDSw/viewform?usp=header
Your RSVP will help us better plan for your needs that evening.
We look forward to seeing you there!
East End Elementary
📢 East End Elementary Celebrates African American History Month! 📢
Today, we kicked off a special video series to honor African American History Month! Every classroom and activity teacher has decorated a door to celebrate an influential African American.
Our leadership team started things off by sharing the history behind African American History Month and highlighting the incredible Dr. Patricia Bath.
Check out today’s video here: https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/TEMEzkSHCoYz2iJYWJCx 📺
We’ll be posting a new video every day, so stay tuned as we continue to celebrate and learn together!
PLEASE HELP US - We’re reaching out for your help in making this Friday morning extra special for our students! We’re hoping to have one male reader in each homeroom to read to the class, and we’d love for you to participate. Whether you're a dad, grandfather, uncle, neighbor, or community member, your involvement will make a difference!
Details:
Date: This Friday morning
Time: Arrive by 7:45 AM and finish by 8:15 AM
No training required! Mrs. Spearman will have a book ready for you to read.
Location: You will be escorted to a classroom when you arrive.
It’s a simple, fun way to connect with the kids, and we’d love to have your support. If you’re available, please sign up using the link below:
Sign Up to Read Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4gLc6cEAK3CP43v8hXA49AuB-fVhJh8xFJB4j87SC7MGg_Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
Thank you so much for your support!
East End will be doing WIDA testing with our Multilingual Learners from January 21st - February 7th.
🎉 4K Applications & 5K Registration Now Open! 🎉
The time has come! 4K applications and 5K enrollment for the 2025-26 school year are officially open.
📌 Learn more & register today: www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/pre-k-information-page
✨ New for 2025-26! We're excited to enhance our preschool programs across the district. Read about these important updates here: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/article/1937097
Thank you to all the East End Families who joined us for Popcorn and Progress today! We had a wonderful time sharing tools and strategies to support learning at home. A special shoutout to Ms. Sawyer, Mrs. Swinyer, and Mrs. Spearman for preparing and leading this event and making it such a success! We will be sending out a video of the presentation for parents that could not attend today. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to more opportunities to grow together!
