Waccamaw High School

Big shoutout to our students who participated in the Special Olympics last Friday (April 17) at Georgetown High School.

They represented Waccamaw with energy, determination, and heart. We are proud to celebrate their hard work and effort. It was a great day of competition, teamwork, and school pride.

We are proud of each student who took part and grateful for the way they represented the Warrior community.

Waccamaw High is proud to stand with our military-connected students by participating in "Purple Up! For Military Kids" in South Carolina. Today, we recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of military kids who serve right alongside their families.

Thank you to our military children for the courage, flexibility, and heart you show every day. We see you, we appreciate you, and we are proud to support you.

#PurpleUpSC
#TeamGCSD

Seniors will have an important meeting on Wednesday, April 22 at 11:25 AM to walk through the senior's upcoming calendar, senior events and activities, as well as all graduation requirements.
Additionally, Balfour will be here at lunch on Wednesday distributing Senior supplies following our meeting!

Waccamaw High School proudly recognizes Jairo and Wilson for their achievement in the National Merit Scholarship Program.

What a great sport! Dr. Hammel was taped to the wall today as part of our fundraiser for a senior gift. Thank you to everyone who donated and joined in the fun while supporting the class of 2026.

Parent Action Needed: School Climate Survey

We are asking all families to take a few minutes to complete the 2026 Parent and Guardian School Climate Survey. Your input directly impacts decisions at Waccamaw High—thank you for helping us continue to grow and improve.

How to access:

*Log in to your Parent Portal (PowerSchool)
*Select the Forms tab (under "more" in the app)
*Click on the 2026 Parent and Guardian School Climate Survey
*Complete and submit

Important note:
The survey must be completed through the Parent Portal. Students cannot submit this survey on your behalf.

Your feedback helps us understand what’s working, what needs improvement, and how we can better support our students and community.

Army JROTC Leadership Lab in Action

Cadets recently put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test during a hands-on leadership lab challenge.

Using only 20 sheets of printer paper and 2 feet of tape, teams had 30 minutes to build the tallest tower possible—strong enough to hold a dodgeball on top for one full minute.

This activity emphasized collaboration, communication, and creative thinking under pressure—key skills for effective leadership.

Congratulations to Team “I Don’t Know” — Cadet Graham, Cadet Collins, and Cadet Selinger — for building the winning tower at an impressive 24 inches!

Great work by all cadets as they continue to develop leadership skills through real-world challenges.

Tribe Time calendar for April.

🎭 Waccamaw High Acting Troupe Presents: MAMMA MIA! 🎶

We’ve got new dates for this can’t-miss show!

📅 March 30 & 31, April 1 & 2
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 WHS Auditorium

🎟️ Tickets:
$7 Students | $12 Adults

Get ready for songs you know by heart and a whole lot of fun. Grab your friends, bring your family, and come support our talented Warriors on stage!

SOURCES OF STRENGTH PARENT & COMMUNITY NIGHT
Thursday, March 19, 2026

Explore and experience a national movement of Hope, Help and Strength in this interactive training from Sources of Strength.

This is a powerful opportunity to invest in Strength for yourself, your home, and your community!

Through your time in the training, you will:

DISCOVER YOUR STRENGTHS
Learn how protective factors contribute to individual and collective wellness.

BUILD STRONGER RELATIONSHIPS
Engage in meaningful Strength-based conversations that foster connection and understanding.

DEVELOP RESILIENCE STRATEGIES
Gain practical tools to navigate stress and promote healthy coping.

CULTIVATE A SENSE OF BELONGING
Create a more connected and supportive community.

BUILD SKILLS AS A TRUSTED ADULT
Being a Trusted Adult for students in your life is one of strongest protective factors for them.

About Sources of Strength
Sources of Strength is a best practice, evidence-based suicide prevention and mental health promotion program. We provide exceptional training and curriculum for both youth and adults, using a Strength-based, upstream approach to prevent adverse outcomes like suicide, violence, bullying, and substance misuse, while promoting resiliency, help-seeking, healthy coping, and belonging.

TRAINING DETAILS

Date:
Thursday, March 19, 2026

Time:
5:00 - 7:00 pm

Location:
Georgetown County School District
2018 Church Street
Georgetown, SC 29440

Early Dismissal Bell Schedule for Wednesday 3/11/2026
1st block
8:30-9:30 am
2nd block
9:35-10:35 am
A Lunch
Lunch 10:40-11:00 am
3rd block 11:05 am-12:10 pm
B Lunch
3rd block 10:40-11:15 am
Lunch 11:15-11:35 am
3rd block 11:40 am-12:10 pm
4th block 12:15-1:15 pm

Tribe Time Calendar for March

Congratulations to the 11 wrestlers that qualified for the State Wrestling Championships this coming Friday and Saturday at the Florence Civic Center

Owen Patterson 1st place
Bryce Holloway 1st place
JD Huffstetler 1st place
Kayden Melendez 2nd place
Gabe Coats 4th place
Joey Clark 4th place
Walker Shealy 5th place
Brennan Ring 5th place
Joseph Duvall 6th place
Matthew McCormack 8th place
Nick Gaspardo 8th place

Head Coach Alex Rutherford
and assistant coaches: Dennis Stone, Eli Kauer, Joey Brucato and Don Williams

Do you know what career fits you best? If not, we offer: ASVAB TESTING on February 25, 2026 Registration Deadline: February 24 See Mrs. Johnson to sign up LOCATION: Media Center @ 9:00 A.M. • Open to 11th-12th grade students • No commitment to the military • Identify your strengths • Figure out potential career and job options • Bring a charged laptop

You are invited to the 2026 GCSD All-County Chorus this evening at 6 pm February 12 in the WHS auditorium. We hope to see you there!

Upcoming events at Waccamaw High School for February 2026:
February 6, Quarter 3 interims go home.
February 11–12, All County Chorus.
February 16–20, no school for Mid-Winter Break.
February 25, Blood Drive.
February 26, Black History Month Program and Senior Academic Bowl.

📣 PACE Info Night
🗓 January 28 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 School Auditorium

PACE offers qualified juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn college credit while completing high school graduation requirements. Interested? Come to this informational meeting.