October Senior of the Month
Teriyonna Olds
Mecklenburg County High School is proud to recognize Teriyonna Olds as our October Senior of the Month. Teriyonna is the daughter of Teri Olds and William Gregory. She has been an active and dedicated member of the Mecklenburg County Marching Band since her freshman year in 2022, during which she has served in leadership roles for three years. Teriyonna has earned recognition in music, having been selected to the District 3 All-District Band for two consecutive years. She is also a member of Mecklenburg DeltaGEMS, an organization she joined in her sophomore year. Through DeltaGEMS, she has gained valuable skills in financial management, history, and community service that will help prepare her for the future.
Outside of school, Teriyonna shares her musical gifts with the community. She plays electric bass for New Light Baptist Church in Skipwith, Virginia, and also serves as a background vocalist for her godfather’s gospel group. Additionally, she is a talented multi-instrumentalist, playing bass guitar, electric and acoustic guitar, piano, brass instruments, and saxophone. She also enjoys solving puzzles and playing video games in her free time.
Teriyonna has maintained A’s and B’s throughout her high school career. Additionally, she was recognized by the SVCC President. She is currently a dual enrollment student at the Governor’s School of Southside Virginia. Teriyonna aspires to attend a four-year college to study forensic science with the goal of becoming a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI). Congratulations to you, Teriyonna.
Mecklenburg County Public Schools (MCPS) is excited to announce our first Attendance Power Day on September 30, 2025!
On this special day, every school will be competing for the Power Attendance Award, a recognition that celebrates the importance of showing up—every student, every day. The school with the highest attendance rate will take home the Power Attendance School Banner and earn the honor of displaying the Division Traveling Trophy.
In addition to these awards, MCPS will highlight and recognize students for their engagement, effort, and commitment to learning.
MCPS invites families, staff, and community members to help spread the word and encourage students to be in school on September 30. Let’s work together to make Attendance Power Day a huge success—and show that MCPS is truly Driven by Excellence. Designed for Every Learner.
👉 Be present, MCPS!
Hello from Phoenix Five. We are happy to announce that we will begin airing our Daily Show through our new live stream site.
You can find the site at: mcpsphoenix.live
MCPSPhoenix.live
This will take you to our daily show, which can be found in the "Phoenix Five Live," tab. You can also find links to the MCPS district page. Coming soon, we will be presenting recorded football home games, in its own tab.
Our shows will begin daily at 2:30 pm. Don't worry about missing the show, because you can also watch past shows (beginning today) in our "On Demand" tab.
We hope you enjoy the shows and thank all Phoenix Nation for your continued support.
Respectfully,
The Phoenix Five
The fee is $19 and can be paid by cash, check, or School Cash Online. Please make sure your student is paid and confirmed by Monday to secure their spot.
If you have questions, reach out to Cecile Singleton at csingleton@mcpsweb.org.
Thank you for your support!
This is an incredibly high and well-deserved honor, and we are beyond proud of her dedication and talent. Emily will be representing the MCHS Band and our school at the Regional Orchestra event on November 14th and 15th at James River High School.
Way to go, Emily — your Phoenix Family is cheering you on!
Mecklenburg County High School
Picture Day is Monday, September 22, 2025!
Get ready to smile and dress your best — all students and staff will have their photos taken for the yearbook.
📝 Important Ordering Information
Picture orders after Picture Day must be placed online only.
Use Picture Day ID: EVTQDWZSG when placing your order.
Let’s make this year’s pictures the best yet — don’t forget to bring your brightest smiles.
Parents & teens, mark your calendars! Join us for a Parent/Teen Safe Driving Course on March 17, 2025, from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM.
🐦🔥Mecklenburg County High School is proud to recognize Slate George, son of Kevin and Candie George, as the September Senior of the Month. Slate is an outstanding member of the Phoenix Family whose involvement reaches across academics, athletics, and service. He is a dedicated member of BETA, DECA, FFA, the MCHS Golf Team, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Outside of school, he is an active member of Clarksville Baptist Church, where he shares his musical talents by playing the drums and participating in the praise band. When he is not serving in school or church, Slate enjoys golf, fishing, and watching sports. He has also demonstrated a strong work ethic, having been employed at Kinderton Country Club for years. Academically, he challenges himself by attending the Governor’s School of Southside Virginia, which further prepares him for his future goals. Following graduation, Slate plans to attend a four-year college and pursue a career as a pediatric nurse, with the goal of helping children and their families face medical challenges. We are proud to honor Slate as our September Senior of the Month. His leadership, dedication, and service reflect the values of Mecklenburg County High School, and we look forward to seeing all that he accomplishes in the future.
🎓Congratulations, Slate.
✨ Spotlight on Leadership: MCMS & MCHS Principals and Administrative Teams ✨
At Mecklenburg County Public Schools, our mission is to provide a safe, student-focused learning environment that fosters academic excellence, innovation, and wellness. This mission is made possible by the exceptional leadership teams at Mecklenburg County High School and Mecklenburg County Middle School.
Mecklenburg County High School Leadership Team
Dr. David Holzendorf – Principal
Amy Wright – Assistant Principal
Sterling Williams – Assistant Principal
Kim Throckmorton – Assistant Principal
Cecile Singleton – Assessment and Student Services Administrator
Mecklenburg County Middle School Leadership Team
Melissa Chumney – Principal
Stephanie Holloway – Assistant Principal
Reagan Cannon – Assistant Principal
Stacy Newell – Assessment and Student Services Administrator
Mecklenburg County High School and Mecklenburg County Middle School Leadership Team
Denise Hall – Student Services Administrator (Grades 6–12)
Crystal Elmore – CTE Administrator
These passionate educators work tirelessly to support student growth, build strong relationships, and champion the success of every Phoenix. From fostering career and technical education to supporting assessment, student wellness, and innovation—this team is #DrivenByExcellence.
🎉 Join us in celebrating and thanking our leaders for their dedication, service, and heart.
They are the heartbeat of our schools, guiding students toward a future full of purpose and promise.
#MCPSProud #PhoenixRising #LeadershipSpotlight #MCMS #MCHS #ExcellenceInAction
Parents and guardians—want to stay connected with your child’s teachers and school in the most seamless, secure way? Be sure you’re using the updated version of Rooms within your district’s app! The latest version ensures you have access to new features and improvements. If you don’t see recent updates, you may need to update or reinstall the MCPS district app (Mecklenburg Co., Schools, VA)
Need help?
We’ve compiled some useful support resources to walk you through getting started, logging in, or troubleshooting. From how-to guides and FAQs to login support and notification settings—everything you need is right there!
Click Here --> https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians
Let’s keep the lines of communication open and strong—update your app today and check out the guide above!
Today at Mecklenburg County High School, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office kicked off our new Public Safety course with hands-on demonstrations from the Dive Team, Drone Team, Tactical Response Team, K-9 units, and more. This collaboration gives students real-world experience, connects classroom learning to high-demand careers, and strengthens the local workforce pipeline.
By learning directly from professionals who protect and serve, students see the skills, technology, and teamwork that keep our community safe. Thank you to the Sheriff’s Office for investing time, expertise, and equipment in our learners. Partnerships like this inspire purpose, open doors to meaningful careers, and deepen the bond between our schools and the community we serve.
Mecklenburg County High School has been named a 2024-2025 National Beta School of Merit! 🏆
This honor recognizes schools that offer National Beta to all eligible grades, promoting academic excellence, leadership, and service.
Special thanks to sponsor Bobbie Wright for guiding our students to success!
#DrivenByExcellence #MCHS #NationalBeta #SchoolOfMerit #MCPS
Here’s to new beginnings, fresh notebooks, and bright smiles. The first day of school is here, and our halls are buzzing with energy, excitement, and possibility.
Here’s a look at just a few moments from this morning as we kicked off another amazing year at The Complex in MCPS!
School Board Update | July 28, 2025
This week kicks off our annual bus driver training and safety meetings. The Transportation Department is leading four sessions to accommodate over 100 of our dedicated bus and car drivers, dividing them into smaller groups for a full day of focused training.
We are incredibly grateful for the commitment and care our current drivers bring to the job each day. However, we are still in urgent need of additional drivers, especially substitutes.
If you or someone you know is interested in making a positive impact in our schools and community, please consider joining our transportation team.
Safe transportation starts with great people, and we’re hiring!
Due to dangerously high heat indexes, several athletic practices as well as band have been modified for the safety of our students. Please review the updated schedule below. The shuttle bus will still run as scheduled.
Adjusted Practice Schedule:
HS Football – 3:00–6:00 PM (Indoors Today)
MS Football – 3:00–6:00 PM in the Auxiliary Gym
HS Cross Country – 6:00–8:00 PM (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) in the HS Gym
HS Golf – 6:00–7:00 PM at KCC
MS Golf – Canceled Today
Band – 3:00–5:00 PM (Indoors)
Thank you for your flexibility and support!
Due to extreme heat indexes today the following athletic schedules have been updated. The shuttle bus will still run.
HS Football--3-6 PM (Inside Today)
MS Football--3-6 PM in Auxiliary Gym
HS XC--6-8 PM M,W,F in HS Gym
HS Golf--6-7 PM at KCC
MS Golf--Canceled Today
Band will be inside from 3:00 - 5:00
TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR UPCOMING 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR
We want to ensure that we are as accurate as can be for this upcoming school year.
If you did not turn in a transportation form at the end of last school year - please call Mecklenburg County High School 434-447-1295 so we can update your information
