Patriot Post - February 2024
Libertas Academy, Boiling Springs
”Developing the Next Generation of American Citizens”
Director's Message
Dear Patriot Families,
As we bid farewell to the month of February, we reflect on the many wonderful moments that have filled our school with joy. It is with great pleasure that we bring you the latest edition of the Patriot Post, our school newsletter, capturing the essence of our recent celebrations, updates, and upcoming events.
In this newsletter, you will find a recap of the highlights from February, including construction updates, important reminders, and exciting opportunities for involvement. From successful open house events to engaging PTO fundraisers, we are proud to share the collective achievements of our school community.
As we move forward into March, we look forward to continuing our journey of learning, and discovery. With Read Across America Week, our Spring Musical Performance, and other enriching activities on the horizon, there is much to anticipate and celebrate in the days ahead.
Thank you for being an essential part of our Libertas family. At Libertas Academy, our mission is to cultivate the next generation of American citizens by delivering the highest quality education possible in Spartanburg County, empowering each student to realize their full potential. Your unwavering support of Libertas Academy is deeply appreciated as we work together to fulfill this mission.
Go Patriots!
Celina Patton
School Director
Featured News
Construction Updates
We're thrilled to witness the daily progress on our forever home! Over the past month, significant milestones have been achieved:
Completion of brick and stone work on the building.
Installation of new power poles by Duke Energy along Rainbow Lake Road.
Steady progress in plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work.
Ongoing installations of fire protection systems, HVAC, and internet.
Continuing work on drywall, painting, and insulation.
We're excited to see what the upcoming month holds as we move closer to the completion of our new school building.
Core Virtues Highlights
This month we recognized students embodying our Core Virtues by choosing one exceptional student from each classroom who exemplifies the virtue most frequently. This past month, our focus shifted to the virtue of courage. Courage means doing what is right despite fear, moving beyond those fears, and finding the strength to persevere. We will celebrate our next core virtue of the month students for every classroom in the next two weeks and will share that information with our families!
We are so proud of our January Core Virtue- Courage- Students of the Month:
Brice Dial (K5) Elijah Bogdanov (K5)
Kate Lawson (K5) Evelina Budd (K5)
Juno Brodowska (1st) Blakely Nix (1st)
Blayklee Bullman (1st) Emily Priadko (2nd)
Leland Ianno (2nd) Alina Sinets (2nd)
Ariel Miller (3rd) Julianna Williams (3rd)
Abralei Clark (4th) Rylee Walker (4th)
Eliza Jones (4th) Alex Kazak (5th)
Joshua Fowler (5th) Diana Bud (6th)
Olivia Bradley (6th) Waylon Hamrick (3rd)
Teacher Spotlight
Each month, we take the opportunity to shine a spotlight on one of our exceptional teachers and their invaluable contributions to our school community. This month, we celebrate the remarkable efforts of Mrs. Twitty.
With over 10 years of teaching experience, she has demonstrated exceptional teaching skills, dedication to student success, and a passion for education. By fostering meaningful relationships built on trust and respect, she creates a safe space where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring new ideas.
We are grateful for her tireless efforts in shaping the minds and hearts of future generations.
Upcoming March Events
Read Across America Week: From March 1st to March 8th, we'll celebrate the joy of reading with exciting dress-up days and activities inspired by Dr. Seuss's birthday.
Spring Musical Performance: Mark your calendars for March 14th as our students showcase their talents in our Spring Musical Performance.
March 15th: Save the date for 3rd Quarter Progress Reports and Parent-Teacher Conferences. Stay tuned for more information from your child's grade level teachers.
Community Corner:
A special thank you to our community partners, including Bojangles, for their generous support. This month, Bojangles graciously donated food for our K5 Kings and Queens Ball.
PTO News:
Our recent Goodies with Guardians event provided families with a wonderful opportunity to share breakfast with their children and explore our book fair together. It was a resounding success, and we're truly grateful for the participation and support of our families.
Congratulations to
Kennedi Robinson
, our Principal For a Day winner! We're grateful to all families for their generous donations, which raised over $1,800 for our school. Thank you to all our families for your continued support and involvement in our school community.