- RWA has three new teachers this year with a combined 70 years of teaching experience. The new teachers are introduced: Coach Berry who teaches history and is an assistant football coach, Mrs. Schwartz who teaches 2nd grade, and Mrs. Mobley who teaches high school science.
- Upcoming school events are announced, including a spaghetti supper and powderpuff football game to support the yearbook, reading to students for National Young Reader's Week, and a Veteran's Day patriotic program to honor veterans.
- RWA has three new teachers this year with a combined 70 years of teaching experience. The new teachers are introduced: Coach Berry who teaches history and is an assistant football coach, Mrs. Schwartz who teaches 2nd grade, and Mrs. Mobley who teaches high school science.
- Upcoming school events are announced, including a spaghetti supper and powderpuff football game to support the yearbook, reading to students for National Young Reader's Week, and a Veteran's Day patriotic program to honor veterans.
- RWA has three new teachers this year with a combined 70 years of teaching experience. The new teachers are introduced: Coach Berry who teaches history and is an assistant football coach, Mrs. Schwartz who teaches 2nd grade, and Mrs. Mobley who teaches high school science.
- Upcoming school events are announced, including a spaghetti supper and powderpuff football game to support the yearbook, reading to students for National Young Reader's Week, and a Veteran's Day patriotic program to honor veterans.
- RWA has three new teachers this year with a combined 70 years of teaching experience. The new teachers are introduced: Coach Berry who teaches history and is an assistant football coach, Mrs. Schwartz who teaches 2nd grade, and Mrs. Mobley who teaches high school science.
- Upcoming school events are announced, including a spaghetti supper and powderpuff football game to support the yearbook, reading to students for National Young Reader's Week, and a Veteran's Day patriotic program to honor veterans.
Master of Arts in Teaching, from Clemson University.
Meet Our New Teachers When asked, “What do you like most about teaching?” Richard Winn Academy (RWA) is pleased to have Mrs. Mobley replied, “Everyday is different!” She three new teachers this year. While these teachers are decided to teach because she wanted to blend her love new to the halls of RWA, they are veteran teachers for science with her love for kids. She wants her stu- and have a total of 70 years of teaching experience! To dents to enjoy the fascinating world of science. help our families get to know these teachers a little better, the following information is shared: Come join us… Mr. Thornwell Alvie Berry, Jr. (Coach Berry) is our new history, geography, and physical education For the Spaghetti Supper and Powderpuff Football teacher, the assistant varsity football coach and the Game on Tuesday, November 2 head baseball coach. Coach Berry and his wife, Deb- Supper hours are from 5:00 until 6:30 P. M. Dinners bie, have two children, Jordon and Jacob, and also, a may be dine-in or carry-out. Plates include spaghetti, grandson, Mac. When he is not teaching or coaching, bread, salad, and tea. Tickets for the supper are $6.00 Coach Berry enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending and will be sold in advance or at the “door”. Meals time with family. He earned a Bachelor of Science will be available at the Booster Club Canteen Building degree from the University of South Carolina (USC) located near the football field. The dinner is sponsored and a Master of Education degree from Winthrop Uni- by Student Government Association. versity. When asked why he decided to teach, he said, “I was very fortunate to have several great teachers The annual Powderpuff game sponsored by the Aerie when I was in high school and middle school. They staff will begin on the field at 6:00 P. M. Come sup- influenced my decision to become a teacher. It is my port your favorite team and this year’s Homelycoming way of helping other people.” Queen. Tickets are $2.00 for adults and $1.00 for stu- dents; all proceeds will benefit yearbook production. Mrs. Joye B. Schwartz, the new second grade teacher is married to Perry. They have three children, Mat- thew, Christopher, and Jenna. In her spare time Mrs. For National Young Reader’s Week: November 8- Schwartz likes to attend USC athletic events, vacation 12 at the beach, and read. Mrs. Schwartz is the children’s To “Celebrate the Joy of Reading”, community mem- minister for Immanuel Baptist Church in Lancaster. bers, parents, and other family members are invited to She received a Bachelor of Science degree from USC, read to students during the week of November 8-12. If a Master of Education degree from Winthrop Univer- you would like to share a favorite childhood book with sity and is certified in elementary and early childhood a group of students, please contact Mrs. Jean Woodle education. Also, Mrs. Schwartz earned the honor of for a date and time. Thank you! being a National Board Certified Teacher. When asked what she liked most about teaching, Mrs. Schwartz said, “I love seeing progress made in each child’s life For the Veteran’s Day Patriotic Program on from the first day of school to the last. I love seeing Thursday, November 11 children’s eyes light up when they understand some- thing new. Teaching blesses you as much as the chil- Second, third and fourth graders will travel to the Fair- dren daily and you are never bored.” Mrs. Schwartz field Recreation Gymnasium on November 11 to par- shared that her third grade teacher was influential in ticipate with other area schools in a musical program. her decision to teach. “She was sweet, hardworking, The purpose of the program is to honor our country and let us know she loved us. I wanted to be a teacher and to show appreciation for the service of so many just like her.” veterans. The program begins at 11:00 A. M. All par- ents and other family members are cordially invited to Mrs. Morgan P. Mobley is our new high school sci- attend. Let’s be sure our school is well represented at ence teacher. She is a married to Chris and they have this community event. (Additional details will be sent a new baby boy named Evans. In her spare time she home by classroom teachers and Mrs. Nicholson, Mu- enjoys hiking, spending time with family, going to the sic Director. Students are asked to wear dark pants, beach or just being outside. She is a graduate of white shirts and something red such as a sweater, tie, RWA. Mrs. Mobley earned her undergraduate degree or hair bow. Students will return to school following from Presbyterian College and a graduate degree, the the program.)