We are extremely proud of our Newberry Middle School Faculty & Staff!
📸 School Group Photo (2025–2026)
We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 6, 2025!
💜💛 Go Tigers!
Whatever it takes, our kids are worth it.
🎓🎨🏈 The 3 A's: Academics, Arts, and Athletics — A winning combination!
📸 School Group Photo (2025–2026)
We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 6, 2025!
💜💛 Go Tigers!
Whatever it takes, our kids are worth it.
🎓🎨🏈 The 3 A's: Academics, Arts, and Athletics — A winning combination!
🎉 Excited to Welcome Our 2025–2026 Newberry Middle School Administrative Team! 🎉
💜💛 GO TIGERS! 🐯💜💛
We’re thrilled to kick off another amazing school year at Newberry Middle School with a dynamic and dedicated administrative team ready to serve our students, staff, and community!
🔹 Dr. Tonya Deese-Jeter enters her 3rd year as Assistant Principal at NMS. In the 2024–2025 school year, she was honored with induction into the prestigious Newberry College Hall of Master Teachers — a testament to her commitment to educational excellence.
🔹 Ms. Jennifer Brown returns for her 2nd year as Assistant Principal after previously serving as a top-tier teacher at NMS. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2023–2024 and also recognized as a WLTX Teacher of the Week. Her dedication to excellence in education continues to make a lasting impact on our school community.
🔹 Mrs. Megan Drayton joins the team for her 1st year as Assistant Principal at NMS. She brings an impressive track record from Lexington 5, where she was previously named Teacher of the Year at her school and was a District Teacher of the Year Runner-Up. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Tiger family!
🔹 Mr. Reid begins his 4th school year as Principal at NMS, having taken the helm during the 2022–2023 school year. With a background that includes roles as instructional assistant, bus driver, teacher, assistant coach, head coach, athletic director, and assistant principal, he understands and values the contributions of every employee in supporting student success.
Together, we are committed to fostering success in the 3 A’s: Academics, Athletics, and the Arts, with a focus on student achievement and growth — ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive and prepare for graduation, college, careers, or military service.
💬 “Whatever it takes — our kids are worth it!”
📅 Important Dates:
🔸 Open House at NMS: August 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🔸 First Day of School for Students: August 6, 2025
🔸 Feeder Elementary Schools' Open House: August 4, 2025
Let’s make 2025–2026 our best year yet!
💜💛 GO TIGERS! 🐯
💜💛 GO TIGERS! 🐯💜💛
We’re thrilled to kick off another amazing school year at Newberry Middle School with a dynamic and dedicated administrative team ready to serve our students, staff, and community!
🔹 Dr. Tonya Deese-Jeter enters her 3rd year as Assistant Principal at NMS. In the 2024–2025 school year, she was honored with induction into the prestigious Newberry College Hall of Master Teachers — a testament to her commitment to educational excellence.
🔹 Ms. Jennifer Brown returns for her 2nd year as Assistant Principal after previously serving as a top-tier teacher at NMS. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2023–2024 and also recognized as a WLTX Teacher of the Week. Her dedication to excellence in education continues to make a lasting impact on our school community.
🔹 Mrs. Megan Drayton joins the team for her 1st year as Assistant Principal at NMS. She brings an impressive track record from Lexington 5, where she was previously named Teacher of the Year at her school and was a District Teacher of the Year Runner-Up. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the Tiger family!
🔹 Mr. Reid begins his 4th school year as Principal at NMS, having taken the helm during the 2022–2023 school year. With a background that includes roles as instructional assistant, bus driver, teacher, assistant coach, head coach, athletic director, and assistant principal, he understands and values the contributions of every employee in supporting student success.
Together, we are committed to fostering success in the 3 A’s: Academics, Athletics, and the Arts, with a focus on student achievement and growth — ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive and prepare for graduation, college, careers, or military service.
💬 “Whatever it takes — our kids are worth it!”
📅 Important Dates:
🔸 Open House at NMS: August 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🔸 First Day of School for Students: August 6, 2025
🔸 Feeder Elementary Schools' Open House: August 4, 2025
Let’s make 2025–2026 our best year yet!
💜💛 GO TIGERS! 🐯
Cross Country Information (Grades: 7th & 8th)
See Poster!
Car Rider Line/Newberry Middle School
SC Free to Focus: Under Proviso 1.103 in the 2024 Appropriations Bill H.5100, school districts must prohibit personal electronic communication devices during the school day to receive state funding for classrooms. Students are not permitted to have personal devices (Air Buds, Cell Phones, Smart Watches, Etc.) During the Instructional School Day.
i-Ready Expectation for 25-26
🎉 Congratulations to Sheryln DeLeon Perez and her family for being the 100th student to complete schedule pick-up today at NMS! 🐅💜💛 Sheryln won a special prize, compliments of NMS. We're thrilled to kick off the 2025–2026 school year and can’t wait to welcome all our students back!
📸 Sheryln is pictured with Mrs. Geron Wiggins, NMS Teacher of the Year.
GO TIGERS! 🐅🎊💜💛🎉
📸 Sheryln is pictured with Mrs. Geron Wiggins, NMS Teacher of the Year.
GO TIGERS! 🐅🎊💜💛🎉
🎉 Congratulations to Sha’Quilla Walker! 🎉
We are thrilled to welcome Sha’Quilla Walker as the new Resource Teacher at Newberry Middle School! Ms. Walker brings valuable experience to our team, having previously served in a similar role in the Union County School District.
Her dedication to student success and commitment to inclusive education make her a fantastic addition to our staff. Please join us in giving her a warm Newberry welcome!
#Welcome #NewberryMiddle #ResourceTeacher #TeamNewberry
S. Walker
1. My Full Name is: Sha’Quilla Walker
2. What city and state were you born in? Greenville SC
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in?:
Laurens and Union SC
4. What is your favorite movie?: Crooklyn
5. What is your favorite musician/band? King George
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is Chicken/ steak loaded baked potato with oven roasted broccoli
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) Please add information below: University of South Carolina (Associates of Science, Associates of Arts)
University of South Carolina (Columbia)
Bachelors in Organizational in Leadership
8. My favorite quote is: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.
9. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Loud
10. Name your first automobile/vehicle: Honda
11. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position: Gestamp (2022-2024)
Special Education (Resource) (2024-2025)
We are thrilled to welcome Sha’Quilla Walker as the new Resource Teacher at Newberry Middle School! Ms. Walker brings valuable experience to our team, having previously served in a similar role in the Union County School District.
Her dedication to student success and commitment to inclusive education make her a fantastic addition to our staff. Please join us in giving her a warm Newberry welcome!
#Welcome #NewberryMiddle #ResourceTeacher #TeamNewberry
S. Walker
1. My Full Name is: Sha’Quilla Walker
2. What city and state were you born in? Greenville SC
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in?:
Laurens and Union SC
4. What is your favorite movie?: Crooklyn
5. What is your favorite musician/band? King George
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is Chicken/ steak loaded baked potato with oven roasted broccoli
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) Please add information below: University of South Carolina (Associates of Science, Associates of Arts)
University of South Carolina (Columbia)
Bachelors in Organizational in Leadership
8. My favorite quote is: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.
9. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Loud
10. Name your first automobile/vehicle: Honda
11. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position: Gestamp (2022-2024)
Special Education (Resource) (2024-2025)
🎉 Welcome to Newberry Middle School, Dantzler Long! 🐯💜💛
We are proud to welcome Dantzler Long, a standout graduate of Mid-Carolina High School and Newberry College, as the new Profound Class Instructional Assistant at Newberry Middle School — home of the Tigers! 🐅
Dantzler brings a passion for education and youth development, with experience from her work at the City of Newberry Parks & Recreation Department and her time as a rugby player at Newberry College. Her drive, leadership, and Tiger spirit will be a fantastic addition to our team.
At NMS, we proudly wear purple and gold, and we know Dantzler will embody our school colors and our commitment to excellence.
💬 "Whatever it takes, our kids are worth it!"
Please join us in giving Dantzler a warm Tiger welcome as she begins this new journey at Newberry Middle School!
1. My Full Name is: Answer: Answer: Dantzler Long
2. What city and state were you born in? Answer: Answer: Newberry, South Carolina
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in? Answer: Only Newberry, SC!
4. What is your favorite movie? Answer: Answer: Matilda
5. What is your favorite musician/band? Answer: Tyler Childers
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is? Answer: Answer: Pizza!
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) Please add information below:
Answer: Newberry College, BS Sport Management, Minor in Coaching
8. My favorite book is. Answer: Answer: November 9
9. My favorite quote is? Answer: Answer: “I am a member of a team, I rely on the team, I defer to it and sacrifice for it, because the team, not the individual is the ultimate champion.” - Mia Hamm
10. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Answer: Answer: Charismatic
11. Name your first automobile/vehicle. Answer: Answer: Ford Edge
12. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position:
Answer:
-Gameday Operations staff at Newberry College
-Attendant for City of Newberry PRT
-Assistant Varsity Girls Soccer Coach at Mid-Carolina High School
We are proud to welcome Dantzler Long, a standout graduate of Mid-Carolina High School and Newberry College, as the new Profound Class Instructional Assistant at Newberry Middle School — home of the Tigers! 🐅
Dantzler brings a passion for education and youth development, with experience from her work at the City of Newberry Parks & Recreation Department and her time as a rugby player at Newberry College. Her drive, leadership, and Tiger spirit will be a fantastic addition to our team.
At NMS, we proudly wear purple and gold, and we know Dantzler will embody our school colors and our commitment to excellence.
💬 "Whatever it takes, our kids are worth it!"
Please join us in giving Dantzler a warm Tiger welcome as she begins this new journey at Newberry Middle School!
1. My Full Name is: Answer: Answer: Dantzler Long
2. What city and state were you born in? Answer: Answer: Newberry, South Carolina
3. Name the cities and states you have lived in? Answer: Only Newberry, SC!
4. What is your favorite movie? Answer: Answer: Matilda
5. What is your favorite musician/band? Answer: Tyler Childers
6. My favorite kind of food/meal is? Answer: Answer: Pizza!
7. College or University (Degrees Earned) Please add information below:
Answer: Newberry College, BS Sport Management, Minor in Coaching
8. My favorite book is. Answer: Answer: November 9
9. My favorite quote is? Answer: Answer: “I am a member of a team, I rely on the team, I defer to it and sacrifice for it, because the team, not the individual is the ultimate champion.” - Mia Hamm
10. Write (ONE) word to describe yourself? Answer: Answer: Charismatic
11. Name your first automobile/vehicle. Answer: Answer: Ford Edge
12. Name any other jobs you have held prior to your current position:
Answer:
-Gameday Operations staff at Newberry College
-Attendant for City of Newberry PRT
-Assistant Varsity Girls Soccer Coach at Mid-Carolina High School
NHS Fall Sports Schedule (2025) See Poster
July 22nd is Schedule pick-up in the NMS Main Office from 8AM-1PM.
Note: Registration and School Fee(s) must be completed in order to obtain the student's schedule.
Note: Registration and School Fee(s) must be completed in order to obtain the student's schedule.
📚🎨🏀 Newberry Middle School 2024–2025: The 3 A’s — Academics, Arts, Athletics — A Winning Combination!
At Newberry Middle School, we believe in nurturing the whole student. With a strong focus on academic achievement, artistic expression, and athletic excellence, we're preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s success.
As we reflect on an incredible 2024–2025 school year, we look forward to 2025–2026 — a year full of innovation, opportunity, and continued growth.
🌟 2025 Highlights: A Year of Growth, Excellence & Opportunity
📘 Academic Achievement
🚀 Improved ELA & Math scores (I-Ready Diagnostic)
🏆 Most completed I-Ready lessons since SDNC adoption (2020)
🎯 100% pass rate in Algebra I Honors (8th Grade)
👏 5 Junior Scholars awarded at NMS during the 2024–2025 school year
📚 Expansion of afterschool programs: MLP, ELA, Math, & 6th Grade Science Academies via Thriving Tigers 21st Century Program
🌟 Hosted the 3rd Annual Gifted & Talented Institute
🎨 Arts in Action
🏅 Award-winning Band & Chorus performances
🖼 Student art featured in local & state shows (e.g., SDNC Art Show)
🎭 NMS student participation in Finding Nemo Jr.
🎨 Gracie Peck (SDNC Art Lead/NMS Teacher): Key roles in ArtsNow, Taste of Newberry, and Finding Nemo Jr.
🏀 Athletic Excellence
🏈 4-Time State-Leading Football Champs (Lexington 10 Champions)
🏀 Boys & Girls Basketball Champions (Lex 10 & Lex 10 South)
🏐 Girls Volleyball - Region Runner-Up
🏹 Archery Program Highlight:
🎯 J. Williams ranked among the Top 25 Archers in South Carolina (8th Grade)
📈 Record-breaking student-athlete participation
🥇 Highest number of All-Region Athletes in the area
💡 Student Leadership & Extracurriculars
👏 Student Ambassadors (2nd Year, Sponsor: Katie Shaw)
🤝 PAWSitive Experience Mentor Program
🌍 Heritage Night & MLP Lead Ambassadors
🗳 Student Council: 3 Years Strong — State Officers Represent NMS
🧠 New for 25–26: Academic Challenge Team
🎥 NMS Tigers News Show hosted by student broadcasters
🌟 Sonic Supersonic Student of the Week – Recognizing students doing great things! (Thanks to Taylor Bell, Sonic Newberry)
👑 Miss NMS Pageant | 📸 Yearbook Club | ⭐ Jr. Beta Club (Highest Membership in 5 Years)
🏫 Instructional Leadership at NMS
Department Leads
Math: Stacie Coleman
ELA: Shiniqua Mays
Social Studies: Troy White
Science: Katie Shaw
Related Arts: Anita Basnight
SPED: Carol Marlow
SDNC District Leads from NMS
MLP: Dr. Ashley Swygert
Art: Gracie Peck
🏆 Staff Excellence & Recognition
Geron Wiggins – 2024–25 Teacher of the Year (8th Grade ELA)
Dr. Ashley Swygert – FSI Teacher of the Week (Jan 13–17, 2025) & Co-author with students:
“If You Really Knew Me” – Written & illustrated by Dr. Swygert and students
Coach Troy White – WLTX Teacher of the Week (Jan 2025)
Dr. Tonya Deese Jeter- Asst. Principal -Named to the Newberry College Education Department Hall of Master Teachers. (May, 2025)
Zeb Reid (Principal) – Newberry Observer Readers’ Choice Award
Voted #1 Best of the Best Educator
Newberry Middle School: Building a Legacy of Learning, Leadership, and Lifelong Success.
At Newberry Middle School, we believe in nurturing the whole student. With a strong focus on academic achievement, artistic expression, and athletic excellence, we're preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s success.
As we reflect on an incredible 2024–2025 school year, we look forward to 2025–2026 — a year full of innovation, opportunity, and continued growth.
🌟 2025 Highlights: A Year of Growth, Excellence & Opportunity
📘 Academic Achievement
🚀 Improved ELA & Math scores (I-Ready Diagnostic)
🏆 Most completed I-Ready lessons since SDNC adoption (2020)
🎯 100% pass rate in Algebra I Honors (8th Grade)
👏 5 Junior Scholars awarded at NMS during the 2024–2025 school year
📚 Expansion of afterschool programs: MLP, ELA, Math, & 6th Grade Science Academies via Thriving Tigers 21st Century Program
🌟 Hosted the 3rd Annual Gifted & Talented Institute
🎨 Arts in Action
🏅 Award-winning Band & Chorus performances
🖼 Student art featured in local & state shows (e.g., SDNC Art Show)
🎭 NMS student participation in Finding Nemo Jr.
🎨 Gracie Peck (SDNC Art Lead/NMS Teacher): Key roles in ArtsNow, Taste of Newberry, and Finding Nemo Jr.
🏀 Athletic Excellence
🏈 4-Time State-Leading Football Champs (Lexington 10 Champions)
🏀 Boys & Girls Basketball Champions (Lex 10 & Lex 10 South)
🏐 Girls Volleyball - Region Runner-Up
🏹 Archery Program Highlight:
🎯 J. Williams ranked among the Top 25 Archers in South Carolina (8th Grade)
📈 Record-breaking student-athlete participation
🥇 Highest number of All-Region Athletes in the area
💡 Student Leadership & Extracurriculars
👏 Student Ambassadors (2nd Year, Sponsor: Katie Shaw)
🤝 PAWSitive Experience Mentor Program
🌍 Heritage Night & MLP Lead Ambassadors
🗳 Student Council: 3 Years Strong — State Officers Represent NMS
🧠 New for 25–26: Academic Challenge Team
🎥 NMS Tigers News Show hosted by student broadcasters
🌟 Sonic Supersonic Student of the Week – Recognizing students doing great things! (Thanks to Taylor Bell, Sonic Newberry)
👑 Miss NMS Pageant | 📸 Yearbook Club | ⭐ Jr. Beta Club (Highest Membership in 5 Years)
🏫 Instructional Leadership at NMS
Department Leads
Math: Stacie Coleman
ELA: Shiniqua Mays
Social Studies: Troy White
Science: Katie Shaw
Related Arts: Anita Basnight
SPED: Carol Marlow
SDNC District Leads from NMS
MLP: Dr. Ashley Swygert
Art: Gracie Peck
🏆 Staff Excellence & Recognition
Geron Wiggins – 2024–25 Teacher of the Year (8th Grade ELA)
Dr. Ashley Swygert – FSI Teacher of the Week (Jan 13–17, 2025) & Co-author with students:
“If You Really Knew Me” – Written & illustrated by Dr. Swygert and students
Coach Troy White – WLTX Teacher of the Week (Jan 2025)
Dr. Tonya Deese Jeter- Asst. Principal -Named to the Newberry College Education Department Hall of Master Teachers. (May, 2025)
Zeb Reid (Principal) – Newberry Observer Readers’ Choice Award
Voted #1 Best of the Best Educator
Newberry Middle School: Building a Legacy of Learning, Leadership, and Lifelong Success.
🎉 Thank You, Bradleigh Dennis! 🎉
A huge shoutout to Bradleigh Dennis, our incredible Device Coordinator (DLL) at Newberry Middle School! Bradleigh has been working tirelessly to ensure that every student is ready with a computer on the first day of school, and that all NMS faculty and staff have the devices they need to hit the ground running.
We also want to give a special thank you to her two amazing children, who spent the day at NMS helping their mom make it all happen. 💻❤️Bradleigh, your dedication and hard work mean so much to our school community. Thank you for going above and beyond!
"No matter what it takes, our kids are worth it!"
GO TIGERS! 🐅🐾🐅
Please join our PTO/School Improvement Council
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25-26 Extracurricular Clubs/Activities Sponsors List
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Please contact Dr. Jeter at tdjeter@sdnc.org if interested in our NMS Thriving Tigers 21st Century After School Program.
Sept. 17th- NMS 4th Annual Grandparents Breakfast
Time: 7:45AM-Doors Open
Location: Cafeteria
Note: Book Fair will be going on in the Media Center. Grandparents and students can eat breakfast and attend the Book Fair at NMS.
Time: 7:45AM-Doors Open
Location: Cafeteria
Note: Book Fair will be going on in the Media Center. Grandparents and students can eat breakfast and attend the Book Fair at NMS.
