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McCormick Middle School named to EOC 'Meeting the Odds' report; district highlights student trips and leadership programs
Summary
The superintendent announced McCormick Middle School's selection for the Education Oversight Committee's 'Meeting the Odds' report and highlighted recent student leadership and career-center field trips, a student quote praising the Maxwell leadership experience, and upcoming literacy and parent-engagement events.
The superintendent told the McCormick County School District board that McCormick Middle School had been visited by the state Education Oversight Committee and was selected for the committee’s "Meeting the Odds" report, a recognition she said reflects strong student achievement despite high poverty levels.
She highlighted student enrichment activities and field trips: visits to the Abbeville Town Career Center for career-technical exposure, an out-of-district John Maxwell leadership program attended by nominated students, and a Georgia Cyber Center "Cyber Saturday" event that offered interactive sessions for grades 5–10 at no cost. The superintendent read a student's reflection from the Maxwell program: “I really enjoyed going to the John Maxwell Leadership foundation program ... It helped me understand that not everyone leads the same way and that different personalities bring different strengths.” The superintendent credited staff and community partners for arranging the opportunities.
The superintendent also celebrated arts and athletic achievements: elementary and middle-school student artwork selected for the Art Fields junior competition, and spring-sport teams that advanced in playoffs. She announced upcoming community events including a literacy night at McCormick Elementary and a District Showcase aimed at homeschool families and community partners.
The transcript records these recognitions and event announcements; no formal votes or external award letters were included in the meeting record.
