Local musician and educator, Mr. Cannon, recently joined Sangaree Middle to deliver presentations on traditional percussion from Western, Northern, and Southern Africa. These presentations were built around objectives and standards for 7th grade Social Studies.
He reviewed each region’s physical geography (landforms and natural resources), cultural and linguistic diversity, and historical context.
Students also practiced locating regions on a map of Africa and demonstrated their ability to perform a greeting in Swahili.
Mr. Cannon explained how instrument construction often reflects region‑specific resources and environments (for example, Nile‑region drums sometimes use fish skin rather than goat skin) and discussed how instruments relate to local agricultural, religious, and cultural practices.
This was another example of the creativity that Sangaree teachers bring to help students in the learning process!
He reviewed each region’s physical geography (landforms and natural resources), cultural and linguistic diversity, and historical context.
Students also practiced locating regions on a map of Africa and demonstrated their ability to perform a greeting in Swahili.
Mr. Cannon explained how instrument construction often reflects region‑specific resources and environments (for example, Nile‑region drums sometimes use fish skin rather than goat skin) and discussed how instruments relate to local agricultural, religious, and cultural practices.
This was another example of the creativity that Sangaree teachers bring to help students in the learning process!
Congratulations to Sangaree Middle's 7th grader, Aubrey Maloon. He recently won a prize from the BCSD Child and Nutrition Office for the National School Lunch Week!
At Sangaree Middle School, we are thankful for our veterans. Today, students got to participate in a Veterans Day Wall Walk. We also had a White Table display in the Cafeteria, and we even recognized our own great veterans! Thanks to everyone who has served or is currently serving!
Last week, Sangaree Middle School partnered with the Lowcountry Food Bank to help provide some fresh foods to over 300 families in the Sangaree Community! This event is an example of the commitment the school has to the well-being of students and families!
Let's BOO-gie!👻 Sangaree Middle hosted its annual Unified Halloween Dance with Unified programs from multiple BCSD middle schools coming to SRM to dance the fright away!
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Recognizes Dr. Michael Crosby of Sangaree Middle School as Educator of the Month
Berkeley County teacher shares a passion for preparing students for financial challenges of real world
COLUMBIA, S.C. (October 24, 2025) – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Dr. Michael Crosby of Sangaree Middle School as the October Educator of the Month for the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program, an initiative Loftis established to expand the number of educators teaching personal finance education across the state.
"I am grateful for enthusiastic educators like Dr. Michael Crosby who are making a positive difference in educating our young people about the realities of managing their money," Treasurer Loftis said. "Equipping his students with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions and avoid the pitfalls many adults currently face will go a long way in ensuring their financial well-being.”
The South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program provides financial incentives to K-12 teachers who are experts in personal finance education and have a passion to share this knowledge with their peers. Since 2020, this ground-breaking program has provided specialized training and free personal finance curriculum resources that better enable them to promote financial literacy education in K-12 schools. It is sponsored by Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, and in partnership with SC Economics.
After a successful career in the construction sector, Crosby shifted his focus to education, using his business management and MBA degrees and real-world experience to focus on the importance of STEM and finance in his classrooms. He was concurrently working on his doctorate until completion in education focusing on curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Crosby states his most important role is that of a husband and father.
“Teaching financial education to my community is extremely important to me, and I am committed to preparing my students to be able to truly take care of themselves,” Crosby explained. “Many adults in our community struggle because they were not taught how to handle their finances, but their children can change the future by using the tools we are providing in the classroom to forge a different journey. I’m excited to be part of that cultural change.”
About Future Scholar
Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, is administered through the State Treasurer’s Office. Recent changes at the federal level have expanded the number of qualified uses for 529 funds, making it even more flexible for families to support a lifetime of learning. For more information, visit FutureScholar.com or follow @SCStateTreasurer on Facebook. Future Scholar is self-supported and does not receive taxpayer funding.
Berkeley County teacher shares a passion for preparing students for financial challenges of real world
COLUMBIA, S.C. (October 24, 2025) – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Dr. Michael Crosby of Sangaree Middle School as the October Educator of the Month for the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program, an initiative Loftis established to expand the number of educators teaching personal finance education across the state.
"I am grateful for enthusiastic educators like Dr. Michael Crosby who are making a positive difference in educating our young people about the realities of managing their money," Treasurer Loftis said. "Equipping his students with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions and avoid the pitfalls many adults currently face will go a long way in ensuring their financial well-being.”
The South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program provides financial incentives to K-12 teachers who are experts in personal finance education and have a passion to share this knowledge with their peers. Since 2020, this ground-breaking program has provided specialized training and free personal finance curriculum resources that better enable them to promote financial literacy education in K-12 schools. It is sponsored by Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, and in partnership with SC Economics.
After a successful career in the construction sector, Crosby shifted his focus to education, using his business management and MBA degrees and real-world experience to focus on the importance of STEM and finance in his classrooms. He was concurrently working on his doctorate until completion in education focusing on curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Crosby states his most important role is that of a husband and father.
“Teaching financial education to my community is extremely important to me, and I am committed to preparing my students to be able to truly take care of themselves,” Crosby explained. “Many adults in our community struggle because they were not taught how to handle their finances, but their children can change the future by using the tools we are providing in the classroom to forge a different journey. I’m excited to be part of that cultural change.”
About Future Scholar
Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, is administered through the State Treasurer’s Office. Recent changes at the federal level have expanded the number of qualified uses for 529 funds, making it even more flexible for families to support a lifetime of learning. For more information, visit FutureScholar.com or follow @SCStateTreasurer on Facebook. Future Scholar is self-supported and does not receive taxpayer funding.
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Last week, our Guidance Counselor Director, Mrs. Glaze, helped students experience a part of Hispanic Heritage Month with a taste-testing cart that she rolled around throughout the day! This was one of many activities that she planned to help students celebrate across the school!
Come join us for a great Community Event on Tuesday, October 28th!
Our very own 8th grader, Harmony, has successfully auditioned for the Region 4 Orchestra and earned an impressive 4th chair ranking!
This is a major accomplishment: it means Harmony ranks among the best student musicians from orchestra programs across Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, Jasper, and Orangeburg counties.
Harmony is only the second student in SRM history to achieve this high honor. Even more impressively, she prepared almost all of her audition music independently, with very little help.
Way to go!
This is a major accomplishment: it means Harmony ranks among the best student musicians from orchestra programs across Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, Jasper, and Orangeburg counties.
Harmony is only the second student in SRM history to achieve this high honor. Even more impressively, she prepared almost all of her audition music independently, with very little help.
Way to go!
MUSC's therapy dog, Marcel, came to visit some of our students at SRM on Friday. He was a major hit!
Last week, Cane Bay High graduate, Zailie Chapman, donated school supplies to Sangaree Middle School. She helped raise and collect these supplies as part of the Miss SC/America's International Miss program which uses the motto: "Love, Lead, Serve". We are thankful for her leadership and service and what it will mean for the students of SRM!
Today, Sangaree Middle remembers. Our Media Center has many students reviewing documents from that day to determine if they are primary or secondary resources, thereby creating a combination of learning and history.
This week, Mrs. Beaver (our new Media Specialist) took the Sangaree Middle News Team on a trip to Live 5 News! Students got a behind the scenes tour and learned about different jobs in the news sector while spending time on the set!
Hello Sangaree Families! We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Open House! This family-friendly, drop-in event gives students and parents the chance to walk their schedules, visit classrooms, and explore the campus. The date and time are included on the attached flier! Be sure to follow us on social media for updates!
Is your student coming back to BCSD? Then don't forget to complete the Returning Student Update through the PowerSchool Parent Portal! For more information, visit https://www.bcsdschools.net/registration.
As a reminder, SC Ready Testing continues this week. Please make sure that students have adequate rest prior to their tests. Thank you for your continued support!
Please join us for our Multicultural Night and Art Show on Monday, April 28, 2015.
Spring has sprung! We hope all our students have a safe and fun spring break! Students will return to school April 21.
