The Learning Collaborative at Dent

09/08/2026

Our 8th graders were on the move today!

From a very competitive game of Duck, Duck, Goose at recess to hands-on learning with forces and motion in the classroom, there was plenty of energy to go around!

Learning, laughing, experimenting, and maybe proving a few laws of motion along the way.

09/05/2026

08/19/2026

Can't wait to see you all there!!

07/24/2026

The work begins long before the first bell rings. 💎

While summer is still in full swing, one of our incredible teacher teams is already hard at work planning engaging lessons, collaborating, and preparing meaningful learning experiences for our students.

The excitement for a new school year is building, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back to Dent! 💎📚 Richland School District Two Dent Middle School

07/22/2026

Getting ready for another exciting year in the Diamond Mine! We can’t wait to see you!

06/02/2026

Our 8th graders had one final educational experience before we sent them home for summer break. Former TLCer and current SVHS student Gisele Atim brought the exciting world of polymers to Dent Middle. Students learned about polymers, engaged in a Q & A, learned the importance of polymers in medical fields, and even had a little play time with Orbeez!

It is always a treat when former students return to help and inspire our students. Thank you for this special treat, Gisele!

05/26/2026

Science fair has always been a large part of Mrs. Franco’s 8th grade TLC science class. This year, completing a science fair project was optional. The following 17 students committed to the challenge of an independent project, and this year, INDEPENDENT was taken to a new level. Students participated in the Region II science fair at USC on April 20. All projects were placed into 4 categories: Honorable Mention, Projects of Distinction, Projects of High Distinction, and Projects of Highest Distinction. We could not be more proud of all that these students have accomplished.

Please congratulate these young scientists on a job well done!

🚲🔬Science Fair Awards 2026🧫🥼

Animal Science
Highest Distinction - Peyton McKever

Behavioral & Social Sciences
High Distinction - Gabriella Grassi

Biology & Biomedical Sciences
Highest Distinction - Zoey Sangal
High Distinction - Patri Holland; Sri Nagiri; Sujan Pasala
Distinction - Anaahat Singh; Aishah Shaikh

Environmental Science & Engineering
Highest Distinction - Mary Grassi

Engineering Technology
Highest Distinction - Kevin Arya & Vivaan Pinglikar
High Distinction - Ji Hoon Bae
Distinction - Emmett Sample

Physics & Astronomy
Highest Distinction - Murtaza Siddiqui; Melina Phan

Plant Science
Highest Distinction - Sree Palakurthi
Distinction - Alishba Amir

05/20/2026

🌟✍️ Huge congratulations to Evelyn Meservy and Sree Palakurthi for their incredible achievement in the Lumiere Scholars Essay Contest this spring!

Both students earned the prestigious Excellence Award along with a $1,000 scholarship to the Lumiere Education Junior Explorer Program for their outstanding essays. 🏆📚

Even more impressive—Evelyn’s and Sree’s work was selected from more than 500 submissions representing 48 countries around the world! 🌎✨

We are so proud of these talented writers and scholars for representing our school with creativity, insight, and excellence. Congratulations, Evelyn and Sree! 🎉👏

05/01/2026

Our 7th Grade World Showcase was nothing short of incredible.

This interdisciplinary project integrated all four core subjects into one powerful experience. Our 7th graders tackled global issues through documentaries and mock trials and absolutely delivered.

From research to presentation, they demonstrated critical thinking, collaboration, and confidence at such a high level. So proud of these students. This was amazing to watch!



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