🌍📚 International Literacy Day – September 8 📚🌍
At Waccamaw High, we know that reading changes everything—from boosting knowledge to building confidence and opening up the world.
Celebrate International Literacy Day by picking up a good book or helping a friend find their next read.
Every page you turn builds a brighter future.
Read strong. Read proud. Read like a Warrior.
At Waccamaw High, we know that reading changes everything—from boosting knowledge to building confidence and opening up the world.
Celebrate International Literacy Day by picking up a good book or helping a friend find their next read.
Every page you turn builds a brighter future.
Read strong. Read proud. Read like a Warrior.
HOMECOMING DANCE: CHESS GARDEN PARTY
🗓 October 18
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟 Tickets on Sale in the Front Lobby During Both Lunches
9/8 – 9/12: $15
9/15 – 9/19: $20
9/22 – 9/26: $25
9/29 – 10/3: $30
💵 Cash & Checks Made Payable to Waccamaw High School
📄 Forms for Outside Guests are available in the Front Office and from Mrs. McCarty.
🗓 October 18
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟 Tickets on Sale in the Front Lobby During Both Lunches
9/8 – 9/12: $15
9/15 – 9/19: $20
9/22 – 9/26: $25
9/29 – 10/3: $30
💵 Cash & Checks Made Payable to Waccamaw High School
📄 Forms for Outside Guests are available in the Front Office and from Mrs. McCarty.
International Literacy Day – September 8, 2025
🕒 Challenge: Read at least 15 minutes on Sept. 8
✅ Log your minutes in Beanstack to show WHS’s reading commitment. ALL reading counts—library books, textbooks, assignments, anything!
Literacy = freedom, empowerment, and opportunity. Reading strengthens individuals, families, and communities
Seat Time Recovery: Academic Support Days
💵 Cost: $10 per session OR $20 for the week (cash only—pay at the time of registration in the front office).
Session Dates & Times:
Tue–Thu, Sept 2–4 | 3:30–5:00 p.m.
Mon–Thu, Sept 8–11 | 3:30–5:00 p.m.
Sat, Sept 27 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
✅ Important Guidelines:
School ID required | No late entry
Earn up to 2 class periods per session (must stay the full time)
Bring work to complete (textbook, Chromebook, or assignments). No materials = no entry
📞 For more info, contact Samantha Simmons at 843-237-9899.
Cool off with a sweet treat this Friday, September 5th from 12:00–1:15 PM. The Kona Ice truck will be on campus bringing the flavor and the fun—don’t miss it!
Monthly Attendance Report Cards for all students to highlight the importance of daily attendance.
Contents of Report Card:
*Total number of class periods missed.
*A colorful chart showing how absences add up.
*Specific dates and classes missed.
*Contact info for attendance support.
September Tribe Time Schedule
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Choralaires!
Ella Hudson
Marin Selinger
Norah Greblowski
Preseligh Boan
Adyson Skipper
Lily Grant
Addison Day
Anna Altman
Frances Oliver
Lillian Gallup
Nora Cappola
Jocelyn Mirow
Anthony Stungurys
Grace Chadwell
Mariella Russell
Ryleigh Thompson
Jack Rumpf
Gabe Simmons
Ella Hudson
Marin Selinger
Norah Greblowski
Preseligh Boan
Adyson Skipper
Lily Grant
Addison Day
Anna Altman
Frances Oliver
Lillian Gallup
Nora Cappola
Jocelyn Mirow
Anthony Stungurys
Grace Chadwell
Mariella Russell
Ryleigh Thompson
Jack Rumpf
Gabe Simmons
School Pictures are Ready!
View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
• WACCAMAW HIGH SCHOOL
• Event Code: FE167125
• Also Needed: PowerSchool Student ID
View and order at https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
• WACCAMAW HIGH SCHOOL
• Event Code: FE167125
• Also Needed: PowerSchool Student ID
📚❤️ Happy National Book Lovers Day, Warriors! ❤️📚
Celebrate your love of books by diving into a great read today! Whether you’re into epic adventures, spine-tingling mysteries, or swoon-worthy romance, there’s a story waiting just for you. Stop by the library to find your next favorite—or just to smell the books. We don’t judge. 😉
Let’s turn the page on boredom—read like a Warrior! 📖
Celebrate your love of books by diving into a great read today! Whether you’re into epic adventures, spine-tingling mysteries, or swoon-worthy romance, there’s a story waiting just for you. Stop by the library to find your next favorite—or just to smell the books. We don’t judge. 😉
Let’s turn the page on boredom—read like a Warrior! 📖
Chromebooks will be distributed during homeroom on Monday, August 4.
If you have a scheduled late arrival, make sure you are at school by 10:00 a.m. so you don’t miss getting your device.
If you have a scheduled late arrival, make sure you are at school by 10:00 a.m. so you don’t miss getting your device.
WINNERS FROM REGISTRATION BBQ
CONGRATULATIONS!
PICK YOUR PARKING SPOT
Caitlin Rutherford
Hampton Eirvin
Chloe Retey
Holden Taylor
Lisa Cribb
WACCAMAW SWAG
Jennifer Baker
Donna Altman
Ella Cahill
Josiah Baker
PROM TICKET FOR ONE
Haylee Starkey
Braelyn Ryba
YEARBOOK
Bailey Rodriguez
Grace Grimaldi
HOMECOMING TICKET FOR ONE
Abigail Austin
Myers Jackson
FREE TARDY
Frances Oliver
Everett Plunket
PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY
Andre Grate
CONGRATULATIONS!
PICK YOUR PARKING SPOT
Caitlin Rutherford
Hampton Eirvin
Chloe Retey
Holden Taylor
Lisa Cribb
WACCAMAW SWAG
Jennifer Baker
Donna Altman
Ella Cahill
Josiah Baker
PROM TICKET FOR ONE
Haylee Starkey
Braelyn Ryba
YEARBOOK
Bailey Rodriguez
Grace Grimaldi
HOMECOMING TICKET FOR ONE
Abigail Austin
Myers Jackson
FREE TARDY
Frances Oliver
Everett Plunket
PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY
Andre Grate
SMILE! It’s Time for ID Pictures!
GRADES 10–12:
* Take your ID picture at the Warrior Welcome BBQ (July 29)
* OR during the first 3 days of school
* No new picture? We’ll use last year’s photo!
FRESHMEN:
* ID pictures: August 5–7 during school - You’ll be called by classroom
GRADES 10–12:
* Take your ID picture at the Warrior Welcome BBQ (July 29)
* OR during the first 3 days of school
* No new picture? We’ll use last year’s photo!
FRESHMEN:
* ID pictures: August 5–7 during school - You’ll be called by classroom
SOFTBALL SKILLS CAMP OPEN TO GRADES 2-7 **
hitting - fielding - catching – bunting - infield - outfield - base running **
July 7th - July 10th: 9:00am - 1:00pm **
Retreat Park 433 Wildcat Way, Pawleys Island, SC 29585 **
REGISTER HERE: Registration fee $75 **
For more information email Coach Skip at sickamore@aol.com
🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎓
We are so proud of you — You’ll be missed more than you know. We can’t wait to see the incredible things you’ll do next. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior. Accountability, Character, Toughness.
HISTORY MADE!
Congratulations to our Boys Track and Field Team for making school history by winning the 3A State Championship on Saturday, 5/17!
It was a dominating performance with 90.5 team points — an incredible 14.5 points ahead of the closest competitor.
A special shoutout to Wade Leventis, who brought home an individual gold medal in the 400 meters!
Way to go, Warriors — we are proud of you!
Full results: https://sc.milesplit.com/meets/661365-schsl-state-championships-aaa-2025/results
Palmetto Girls State Announcement
We’re thrilled to announce that the following students have been selected to attend Palmetto Girls State 2025, an elite leadership program sponsored by The American Legion Auxiliary.
These students were chosen for their leadership, service, and commitment to making a difference. At Girls State, they’ll participate in a week-long immersion in government, public speaking, and civic leadership—building the skills to shape the future.
We’re so proud of them and can’t wait to see all they accomplish!
#WarriorPride #GirlsState2025 #AmericanLegionAuxiliary #LeadersInTheMaking
🎉 Congratulations on being selected for Palmetto Boys State!
We’re proud to announce that the pictured Waccamaw High students have been selected to attend Palmetto Boys State 2025, a prestigious leadership program sponsored by The American Legion.
These young men were chosen for their leadership, character, and potential to make a difference. At Boys State, they'll join top students from across South Carolina to learn about government, civic duty, and leadership in action.
Thank you to The American Legion for providing this incredible opportunity!
#WarriorPride #BoysState2025 #AmericanLegion #FutureLeaders
