Story by cnmAdmin2030 / October 10, 2019
The Adopt-A-Classroom program at Meeting Street Academy-Charleston invites community members to become apart of one of their classrooms. Through the program, volunteers make a year-long commitment to support our incredible teachers by visiting and helping in the classroom or leading an activity of their choice each month.
New to the program this year is The Citadel Athletic Academic Advising Team. Last Thursday, October 3, they made their second visit to Danielle Gibson and Marshall Carter’s kindergarten class. Although it was only their second visit, they were greeted with excitement and hugs from students who remembered “Mr. Drew” and “Mr. Joe.”
During the visit, students learned about football and the importance of sports safety. Citadel team members Drew Bryan and Joe Ellison gave students a brief overview on the history of football helmets, particularly emphasizing how the different parts of a helmet work to protect the head and brain from injury. Bryan and Ellison also brought a mini helmet to pass around and share with students. “They were excited to see what a football helmet looks like and yell, ‘touchdown!’ while putting their hands up in the air. I really enjoyed it,” Bryan shared.
Bryan and Ellison also told students about the upcoming rivalry game, The Military Classic of the South, between The Citadel and Virginia Military Institute. They shared a picture of the Silver Shako trophy with students who sat with their hands eager in the air to ask questions. Many wanted to know why the trophy was in the shape of a hat and had a “potato on top,” which Bryan explained is a plume. Other students wanted to share their own experiences playing football. Bryan and Ellison took as many questions as they could before their departure, which was full of hugs and thank yous.
Ellison said, “I consider myself a beneficiary of this program just as much as the kids — the joy I get from spending time with them makes the program more than worthwhile”
We are grateful for partners like The Citadel who are dedicated to giving back to their community and schools. Go Bulldogs!
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Start Your Career!Meeting Street Schools (MSS) is an innovative non-profit where schools, families, and the community collaborate to create environments where all children can achieve their full potential. With a network of schools across South Carolina, including MSA-Charleston (Charleston, SC), MSA-Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC), MS-Brentwood (North Charleston, SC), MS-Burns (North Charleston, SC), and MS-Jasper & Beaufort (Jasper, SC), we are committed to providing students with the rigorous education they deserve.
Founded on the principle that every child deserves an excellent education regardless of their socio-economic background, Meeting Street Schools has been a beacon of hope and a testament to what's possible in education. Our schools are driven by a strong focus on student achievement, evidence-based instruction, and relentless support of our students and their families.
While united by our shared mission, each MSS campus, is unique in its character, tapping into the local spirit of the communities they serve. Explore each of our schools and discover how they're creating a brighter future for students in South Carolina.
Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, MSA Charleston is more than just a school—it’s a hub for innovative learning and community engagement. As part of the Meeting Street Schools network, MSA Charleston embodies a commitment to excellence through its rigorous academic programs, inclusive culture, and focus on developing the whole child. With a curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal growth, MSA Charleston prepares students to be curious learners and active citizens of their community.
MSA Spartanburg stands as a pillar of educational innovation in the Spartanburg community. The school’s dedicated educators and supportive learning environment ensure that each child receives a high-quality, personalized education with exceptional faculty and teachers. MSA Spartanburg is distinguished by its emphasis on community partnership, fostering relationships that extend beyond the classroom to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.
MS Brentwood is a place where education meets opportunity. Serving the Brentwood area, this school is a testament to the transformative power of education. With a student-centered approach that celebrates diversity and encourages excellence, MS Brentwood is dedicated to equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. MS Brentwood also serves as a hub for the Brentwood community to access educational and wellness services. The school’s commitment to innovation, coupled with a warm, welcoming environment, makes it a standout in the MSS network.
Located in a community rich with history and culture, MS Burns is renowned for its dynamic educational approach that intertwines traditional learning with modern teaching techniques. The school’s focus on experiential learning ensures that students at MS Burns are not only recipients of knowledge but also active participants in their educational journey. MS Burns exists to spark an educational revolution for the students and families in the Dorchester-Waylyn Neighborhood in North Charleston. With a commitment to creating a supportive and challenging academic environment, MS Burns is forging a new path in public education.
MS Jasper represents the Meeting Street Schools’ dedication to community-based education with a global perspective. The school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential and cultivate a love for learning. With its diverse programs such as Eureka Math, and Wit and Wisdom, MS Jasper puts a major emphasis on character development, specialized learning and equips students to become thoughtful, engaged members of society, reflecting the MSS ethos of empowerment through education.
“MSA is a family. Once you’re in, you’re in. They said they would follow our kids from K-3 to college and they actually lived up to what they said they would do. Not only did MSA challenge my daughter academically but it also exposed her to new things that she probably wouldn’t have been exposed to at our previous neighborhood school. Our journey at MSA was exciting and rewarding. They actually walk the walk.”
“We come into work everyday truly believing that our students are capable of achieving anything that is put in front of them. Here at MSS, students are provided the opportunity to achieve success through the facilitation of well-educated teachers, resources, and a responsive classroom school environment.”
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