S.T.E.M. Camp at South Pointe High School June 23-26 #rockhill

Join Us For the Discovery Education Summer STEM Camp at South Pointe High School June 23-26, 2014 South Pointe High School Rock Hill School District 3 SOUTH POINTE HIGH SCHOOL INVITES YOUR RISING NINTH GRADER TO JOIN US FOR THE... When 8:30AM - 4:30PM JUNE 23-26, 2014 Where SOUTH POINTE HIGH SCHOOL 801 NEELY RD.  ROCK HILL, SC 29730 Cost $5 (INCLUDES LUNCH TO BE SERVED DAILY)    Registration Deadline RETURN ALL FEES AND REGISTRATION FORMS TO SOUTH POINTE HIGH SCHOOL BY JUNE13, 2014 Dear Parents,   South Pointe High School is pleased to announce the 2014 Summer Discovery ED STEM Camp. This unique camp will allow rising 9th graders currently zoned for South Pointe the opportunity to combine hands-on labs with engineering challenges and digital investigations. Students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in grand challenges of science set forth by the National Academy of Engineering. This unique camp is one you have to experience for yourself.  Do not delay, sign up today!  Click on the links provided for you below in order to learn more about the STEM camp and register your student today!  We look forward to seeing your child at the camp.   CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE STEM CAMP FLYER CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE STEM CAMP COVER LETTER  CLICK HERE TO VIEW AND PRINT THE STEM CAMP REGISTRATION FORM Sincerely, Michael Belk Assistant Principal  South Pointe High School INTEGRITY.  COMMUNITY.  EXCELLENCE.  IT'S THE SOUTH POINTE WAY.

A Rock Hill Baseball Team Will Play in State Championship Game #rockhill

The Rock Hill Bearcat baseball team defeated TL Hanna Wednesday night setting up an Upper State championship match with the Northwestern baseball team on Friday night at the Trojan field. The winner will play the first game for the state championship on Monday night in Rock Hill. 

Discovery Education Releases Results on Rock Hill Schools #rockhill #rhsd3

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2014	Contact:	Christina Scripps, Discovery Education 240-662-6502 christina_scripps@discovery.com

NEW RESEARCH FINDS DISCOVERY EDUCATION’S DIGITAL SCIENCE TEXTBOOK SUPPORTS INCREASED ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

-- Data Illustrates Use of Science Techbook Accelerates Student Achievement in Science --

SILVER SPRING, Md., May 14, 2014 − A new study released today found that usage of Education’s digital science textbook is associated with higher science achievement scores in elementary school students. Specifically, the data suggests that the Discovery Education Science Techbook™ increases student science achievement and bolsters the effectiveness of teaching when educators integrate it into classroom instruction.

Conducted by independent research firm Merola Research, LLC, the study reviewed results on the 2013 Science Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) for fourth grade students in York County, South Carolina. During the 2012-2013 school year, District Three partnered with Discovery Education to pilot the Discovery Education Science Techbook, a digital textbook for their K-5science curriculum. Included in the implementation was in-depth, customized professional development from Discovery Education’s professional development team, which supported elementary school educators as they integrated the Science Techbook into classroom instruction.

Key findings from the study include:

·         Fourth grade students whose teachers used Science Techbook for instruction scored six points higher on average on the 2013 Science PASS than fourth grade students whose teachers had not used Science Techbook for instruction.

·         Students in classrooms using Science Techbook were more likely to score at the “exemplary” performance level by exceeding grade level standards than students in classrooms not using Science Techbook.

·         21 percent of students using the digital textbook scored at or above the exemplary level on the Science PASS, compared to 15 percent of students who were not using the digital textbook.

“This study shows that Discovery Education’s Techbook series has the power to advance achievement when used by talented educators who are deeply committed to student success and passionate about transforming the learning experience with digital media,” said Dr. Harriet Jaworowski, Associate Superintendent for Instruction and Accountability in Rock Hill School District Three. “We are proud to collaborate with Discovery Education to offer our teachers high-quality resources and professional development that ultimately results in students being authentically engaged in the learning process and prepared for successful futures.”

Discovery Education Science Techbook series is a complete digital solution that replaces traditional textbooks and features compelling video; interactive text; digital simulations and explorations; virtual and hands-on labs; and an interactive glossary with animations, audio and video. The series is available for K-8 science and high school courses including Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science and Physics. To support the effective integration of digital textbooks into classroom instruction, Discovery Education provides each educator using the Techbook customized, job-embedded professional development.

“The results of this study are a testament to the fact that when educators are empowered with dynamic digital content and robust professional development, they can create the authentic learning environments that inspire students and prepare them for life beyond the classroom,” said Rob Warren, regional director at Discovery Education. “Discovery Education is proud to support educators with cutting-edge tools and resources that foster engaging learning experiences and meet students’ diverse instructional needs.”

Since 2004, Rock Hill Schools has partnered with Discovery Education to create authentic learning environments that build the critical thinking skills today’s students need for college, careers and citizenship. Students throughout the district currently use Discovery Education Streaming, a library of 100,000 digital assets aligned to state and national standards, as well as the Discovery Education Techbook series, a digital textbook solution which includes K-12 science and middle school social studies subjects.

To review a full copy of the study, visit: http://www.discoveryeducation.com//what-we-offer/partner-success-stories/explore/rock-hill-schools-district-stem-instruction-results-in-higher-pass-scores.cfm. 

For more information about the Discovery Education Techbook series and its suite of digital solutions, visit www.discoveryeducation.com.

About Discovery Education

Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-based digital content and professional development for K-12, transforming teaching and learning with award-winning digital textbooks, multimedia content that supports the implementation of Common Core, professional development, assessment tools, and the largest professional learning community of its kind.  Available in over half of all U.S. schools and primary schools in England, community colleges and in 50 countries around the world, Discovery Education partners with districts, states and like-minded organizations to captivate students, empower teachers, and transform classrooms with customized solutions that accelerate academic achievement. Discovery Education is powered by Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the number one nonfiction media company in the world. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.

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Northwestern Girls Soccer Team Plays in State Tournament on Monday #Rockhill

South Pointe and Northwestern Boys Soccer Teams Begin Tournament Play on Tuesday #rockhill

Northwestern Girls Softball Begins Play in Upper State Championship Bracket on Saturday #rockhill

Bearcat and Trojan Baseball Teams Play Saturday in Upper State Championship Bracket #rockhill

Bearcats and Trojans Play for District Championships on Wednesday #rockhill

Rock Hill Schools Announce Teachers of the Year #rockhill #rhsd3

The administration of Rock Hill Schools is proud to announce the names of our Teachers of the Year for 2014-15. One of these teachers will become the District Teacher of the Year, succeeding Rhonda Hudak from Rawlinson Road Middle School, and a finalist for the S.C. Teacher of the Year 2015-16. 

 

Congratulations to . . .

 

Brian	Smith	Applied Technology Center	Health Sci.Technology
Melanie	Jaehnen	Belleview Elementary	Grade 1
James	Tarlton	Castle Heights Middle	Art
Martha	Smith	Central Child Development Center	4K
Jennifer	Pittman	Children's School (The)	Special Education
Jeri	McGuffin	Dutchman Creek Middle	Music
Kandy	Hamilton	Ebenezer Avenue Elementary	Grade 2
Jennifer	Wilson	Ebinport Elementary	Grade 5
Susan	Womack	Exceptional Student Education	Psychologist
Lynn	Shearin	Finley Road Elementary	Special Education
Jennifer	Baughman	Flexible Learning Center	Math
Natalee	Shumate	Independence Elementary	Kindergarten
Tonya	Janicke	India Hook Elementary	Grade 4
Cathy	Poole	Lesslie Elementary	Media Specialist
Jamie A.	Grubaugh	Mount Gallant Elementary	Kindergarten
Suzanne	Williams	Mount Holly Elementary	Grade 1
Laura	Adkins	Northside Elem. School of the Arts	Physical Education
Crystie	Walters	Northwestern High	Math
Jamie	Smith	Oakdale Elementary	Art
Lindsey	Derr	Old Pointe Elementary	Grade 2
Jeannie	Durham	Rawlinson Road Middle	Grade 8 Science
Amy	Giles	Richmond Drive Elementary	Grade 5
Glen	Gumphrey	Rock Hill High	Science
Wendy	Douglas	Rosewood Elementary	Grade 5
Julie	Millar	Saluda Trail Middle	Grade 6 Science
McKenzie	Campbell	South Pointe High	English
Kay	McKinney	Sullivan Middle	Grade 8 English/LA
Erin	LeCroy	Sunset Pk. Ctr. for Accel. Studies	Grade 3
Kasie	Bailey	York Road Elementary	Grade 3

 

 

 

Elaine T. Baker

Director of Information Services

Rock Hill Schools

Early Learning Partnership of York County Recognized at i(CS) Award Celebration #rockhill

Representing ELP of York County: Ellen Green, John Gettys, Teresa Creech, Jim Vining, Sylvia Echols, and Stephen Cox

The Institute for Child Success recognized the Early Learning Partnership of York County at an awards ceremony in Greenville SC on Tuesday, April 29. The recognition was for being Early Childhood Champions and having an outstanding commitment to fostering the success of young children in South Caroliina. The Early Learning Partnership works with the 4 York County School Districts to provide reading resources and free medical care for children without insurance.  Teresa Creech is the Executive Director for the organization.