📢Shout out to Mrs. Coan and Dr. Tucker!! 📢
We know it's Spring Break, but we couldn't let the week pass without celebrating these 🌟AMAZING 🌟 leaders for National Assistant Principals Week! 🙌 It takes so much dedication and heart to do the job they do every day, and we are so grateful for their service to our schools and students! ❤️🐺
🚨Career Day Highlights!🚨
Today, our 3rd–5th graders got a glimpse into their future possibilities during Career Day—and the excitement was off the charts! 🎉 Students had the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths and hear directly from professionals who are passionate about what they do.
From a transportation police officer 🚓 to an NFL scout 🏈, a 3D printing designer 🖨️ to a beautician 💇♀️, and a pilot ✈️ to a college admissions officer 🎓—our school was buzzing with inspiration and curiosity.
Other amazing careers represented included: 👷♀️ Civil Engineer
🏛️ Architect
🍽️ Restaurant Owner & Chef
💼 Business Developer
💳 Bankers
🏢 IT Director
📸 Photographer
👚 Boutique Owner
🏫 Athletic Director & Teacher
...and more!
We hope today planted seeds of ambition and opened our students' eyes to the many exciting paths their futures can hold! 🌟
Check out Facebook for the full album!
🎉🏆 Congratulations to Mary Caroline Maus, our Terrific Kid of the Year! 🏆🎉
Mary Caroline truly represents the heart of the Wolfpack! Her kindness, strong character, and positive attitude shine every single day. We are so proud of her and thankful to have her at Wellford Academy! 🐺❤️
Way to go, Mary Caroline! 🌟
👨⚕️👩🏫👮♂️💻 Career Day Fun for K-2! 🚔🩺🎥
Our K-2 students had a blast today exploring exciting careers and meeting incredible professionals! From teachers and principals to ER nurses, police officers, band directors, and even a baseball coach, our young learners got a glimpse into a world of possibilities.
A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing visitors who shared their time and talents with our students! We hope today sparked big dreams and bright futures. 🌟
Check out Facebook for the full album!
Up next: 3rd-5th grade Career Day tomorrow! We can't wait to see what’s in store! 🎉
📢 Penny War Reminder! 🏆💰
Tomorrow, Thursday, April 3, is the LAST day of our Penny War! 🪙💵 Bring in your spare change and dollar bills to knock out the leaders and claim victory! Who will come out on top? Let’s finish strong! 🔥
🌸✨ Spring Break Alert! ✨🌸
Wellford Academy students will be on Spring Break from April 7-11! 🎉
We hope our Wolfpack enjoys a well-deserved break filled with fun, rest, and adventure!
Stay safe, have fun, and we’ll see everyone back on April 14! 🐺❤️🖤
📢 April Parent Newsletter is Here! 🌸🐺
Stay up to date with all the latest news and events at Wellford Academy! Check out our April Parent Newsletter for important updates, upcoming activities, and highlights from our Wolfpack family.
📖 Click the link to read: https://secure.smore.com/n/c75nz
🚨 Penny War Update! 🚨
The competition is heating up, and the Wolfpack is bringing their A-game! 🏆💰
🔥 Leading the race: 5th Grade
🥈 Close behind in 2nd place: 3rd Grade
🥉 Holding strong in 3rd: K4/K5
Keep those pennies coming and don’t forget—silver coins and dollar bills can shake up the standings! Who will take the top spot? Stay tuned! 👀
Penny War Update! 🏆💰
The coins have been collected, and the counting is underway! Who will take the lead? Stay tuned—tomorrow, we’ll reveal which teams are ahead in the battle for Penny War victory! Keep the excitement going, Wolfpack! Thursday is the last day for collection!
📢 Lego Club in Action! 🏗️🤖
Our Wellford Academy Lego Club is hard at work, putting their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to the test as they prepare for their upcoming competition! From designing and coding robots to building innovative structures, these students are rising to the challenge with determination and excitement.
We can’t wait to see their hard work pay off! Wish them luck as they get ready to compete! 💪🔥
🏃♀️ Girls on the Run in Action! 🏃♀️
Our girls running club hit the pavement today, showing off their determination, teamwork, and enthusiasm! From warm-ups to sprints, these young athletes are building confidence and strength with every step. We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication!
Keep pushing, girls—you’re unstoppable! 💪🔥
📢 ATTENTION FAMILIES! 📢
4K SCREENINGS START SOON—DON’T WAIT! ⏳
Screenings for our 4K Program begin at the end of April, and all children must be screened to be considered for acceptance. Spots are limited, so it’s critical to register NOW to secure a screening appointment!
📌 To register, families MUST bring:
✅ Legal birth certificate
✅ SC school entry white immunization form
✅ Proof of residence (current water/power bill or rent/lease agreement in the parent's name)
✅ Parent/guardian ID
✅ Copy of Medicaid card (if applicable)
✅ Proof of custody (if child does not live with both parents)
✅ Proof of income (Medicaid card, tax return, W-2, or pay stub)
🔴 Help us spread the word! 🔴 Please share this information with any families who may not have children at Wellford yet or who don’t follow our social media.
📆 Don’t delay—register today! ⏳ Spots are filling fast!
🥗🌱 Fresh & Homegrown at Wellford! 🌱🥗 Our 4th graders got a special treat—a salad made with lettuce grown right here at Wellford using our Hydroponic Farmstand! 🏫🌿 Thanks to Mrs. Sill for giving our students the opportunity to taste the freshness of homegrown greens while learning about sustainability and healthy eating! 🍽️👏
🌱 Discovery Kitchen Pop-Up: Plant Power! 🌱
Yesterday, Wellford Academy students and staff got to experience Discovery Kitchen, an interactive, food-focused tasting event!
This month’s theme was Plant Power, highlighting fresh, seasonal, and plant-based foods. Students had the opportunity to sample vegan chik’n nuggets paired with homemade chickpea ranch—a delicious, dairy-free twist made with chickpea mayo, fresh dill, shallots, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper.
It was a fun and tasty way to explore new flavors and learn more about plant-based eating! 🌿✨
📚✨ Late Night at the Book Fair! ✨📚
Great news, Wolfpack families! Our Book Fair will be open late tomorrow, Wednesday, March 26, giving you extra time to shop for amazing books and goodies for all ages!
📖 🛍️ Swing by the library and find the perfect reads—we'll be open until 4:30 PM!
Don't miss out on this extra opportunity to stock up on great books! See you there! 📚🐺
🤩🥳Shoutout to Mr. Neyman and Mrs. Sill for completing their Cognitive Coaching course! Their dedication to fostering reflective thinking and meaningful conversations will make a huge impact on our students and staff. Way to go!🥳🤩
🚨 Exciting News, Wolfpack! 🚨
We are officially on Instagram! 🎉📸 Follow us @WellfordAcademy to see more daily photos of our amazing students, exciting learning experiences, and all the fun happening at our school!
Don't miss out—hit that follow button today! 🔴⚫🐺
Wellford Academy showed up in style for Kidz in Lids! 🧢💙 Students rocked their favorite hats while supporting a great cause. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make a difference!
📢 Attention Wellford Academy Families! 📢
Starting Monday, students will take their final iReady diagnostic test of the year! This is an important opportunity for them to show how much they've grown 🎯💡.
We encourage all students to do their best—and we've included some helpful test-taking tips in the graphic to set them up for success! ✅✨
Let's finish strong, Wolfpack! 🐺❤️🖤
💰🔥 PENNY WAR ALERT! 🔥💰
1-2-3-4, we declare a PENNY WAR at Wellford Academy! 🏆 The grade with the MOST points wins an ICE CREAM PARTY! 🍦🎉
📍 Where? Wellford Academy Cafeteria
📅 When? March 19th - April 2nd
How does it work?
🔴 ADD POINTS with pennies & bills!
⚫ SUBTRACT POINTS by dropping nickels, dimes, and quarters in other grades' buckets! 😏💰
All funds raised support Wellford Academy PTO! Let the battle begin! 🏅💵
