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![Head of School Rachel Deems Awarded Order of the Palmetto]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685133590/spartanburg/i26aidclpteqbffys2dr/Screenshot2023-05-26at43920PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685133590/spartanburg/i26aidclpteqbffys2dr/Screenshot2023-05-26at43920PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685133590/spartanburg/i26aidclpteqbffys2dr/Screenshot2023-05-26at43920PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1685133590/spartanburg/i26aidclpteqbffys2dr/Screenshot2023-05-26at43920PM.png","width":944}])
Spartanburg Day School’s seventh head of school, Rachel Deems, has been awarded the State of South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto.
The Order of the Palmetto was established by Gov. John C. West in 1971, to recognize individuals for a lifetime of extraordinary achievement, service, and contributions on a national or statewide scale.
![50 Seniors Graduate as SDS Class of 2023]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1685133758/spartanburg/atzb4gy5nar4hmznhoiw/WMP_1583.jpg","width":2200}])
During Spartanburg Day School's commencement exercises Friday morning, 44 students processed in as seniors and out as graduates of the Class of 2022.
![Class of 2023 to Attend 33 Colleges & Universities in 19 states, plus Scotland]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1684963976/spartanburg/sam8pjahposnjdvmausk/SeniorParade-1_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1684963976/spartanburg/sam8pjahposnjdvmausk/SeniorParade-1_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1684963976/spartanburg/sam8pjahposnjdvmausk/SeniorParade-1_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1684963976/spartanburg/sam8pjahposnjdvmausk/SeniorParade-1_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1684963976/spartanburg/sam8pjahposnjdvmausk/SeniorParade-1_1.jpg","width":1344}])
Learn more about the Spartanburg Day School Class of 2023! And join us for graduation on Friday, May 26 at 9 a.m.
![Senior Cam Srivastava Named U.S. Presidential Scholar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683739579/spartanburg/efyqgmpgohi1k5ryzbab/CamSrivastava-108-2.jpg","width":1618}])
Spartanburg Day School Senior Cam Srivastava is among the elite group of students in the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, the U.S. Department of Education announced today.
![Senior Harry Jameson Commits to Gannon University]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681844121/spartanburg/vudtn5hjcu51qbqooy2d/HarryJ-13.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681844121/spartanburg/vudtn5hjcu51qbqooy2d/HarryJ-13.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1681844121/spartanburg/vudtn5hjcu51qbqooy2d/HarryJ-13.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1681844121/spartanburg/vudtn5hjcu51qbqooy2d/HarryJ-13.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681844121/spartanburg/vudtn5hjcu51qbqooy2d/HarryJ-13.jpg","width":1344}])
Joined by family, teammates, teachers and friends, Spartanburg Day School senior Harry Jameson committed Tuesday to play soccer at Gannon University.
![Brooke Peeler Appointed Director of Academic Support]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681843984/spartanburg/rkxjnetutovgi48nembb/image0-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681843984/spartanburg/rkxjnetutovgi48nembb/image0-2.jpg","width":462}])
Spartanburg Day School is pleased to announce that Brooke Peeler will serve as the incoming director of academic support/VISTAS. She will begin in her new role on July 1.
![Mike Cerino Named Interim Athletic Director]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681843156/spartanburg/o1erqla2ym25dei1zhej/MikeCerinoHeadshot-2.jpg","width":1840}])
Spartanburg Day School is pleased to announce that Mike Cerino has been appointed as interim athletic director.
![Spirit of the Griffin Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1681419377/spartanburg/fgvzuiqgmtnwl2semkol/WMP_0132.jpg","width":2200}])
Students and faculty gathered today for the annual Spirit of the Griffin assembly, celebrating and recognizing all who learn and live in community as Griffins. The assembly is meant to honor the essence of the SDS community, to celebrate tradition and to recognize excellence and character.
Be More
Here there is a difference. Our community provides each student with an unparalleled education where they are known, challenged and excel.
Be Part of a Community
Being a family is what defines us. Relationships built on trust and respect are the foundation of this place we call home.
Be Your Best
Our students feel safe to take risks, own their learning, pursue their passions
and achieve their personal best. They are confident young learners,
prepared to meet the challenges of college and of life.
and achieve their personal best. They are confident young learners,
prepared to meet the challenges of college and of life.
100%
of students are accepted into college
525
total student enrollment
$6 million
earned by seniors in combined scholarships & grants
74%
of faculty have advanced degrees
50%
of students receive financial aid
21
AP classes, with 90% of students earning a passing score on at least one exam
25
athletic teams
$33.5 million
endowment total