Official page for the news and events of Sumter High School.
06/18/2026
🇺🇸 Thank you to our incredible Visual and Performing Arts teachers, talented students, dedicated district coordinator, Mrs. Clemmons, and all of the supporters who worked tirelessly to bring their love for the Sumter community and our country to life through this special celebration. 🇺🇸
06/16/2026
Miss Sumter High School, Kaylee Witherspoon, is spreading kindness and a love of reading this summer by donating books to several Little Free Library boxes throughout our community, some even featuring beautifully coordinated painted rocks to bring a few extra smiles along the way!
We hope everyone enjoys a wonderful summer break filled with exciting adventures, cherished memories, and plenty of time to get lost in the pages of a great book. Keep reading, keep dreaming, and keep shining!
Happy Summer, Gamecocks! ☀️📖💙💛
06/15/2026
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Congratulations Sumter High School's Junior Civitan Club for winning the 2026 Community Project of the Year Award!
06/15/2026
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Congratulations, Lisa Gutierrez, winner of the 2026 Junior Civitan of the Year Award!
06/15/2026
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Thank you, Kyle Austin, for your continued service to Junior Civitan! Congratulations on winning the 2026 Advisor of the Year Award!
06/14/2026
06/14/2026
Leadership. Service. Friendship. Memories. 💙💛
This week, our Sumter High School students proudly represented the Gamecock family and Sumter American Legion Post 15 at Palmetto Girls State and Palmetto Boys State, embracing every opportunity with grace, passion, enthusiasm, and a spirit of excellence.
They learned about government and civic responsibility, built lifelong friendships, developed their leadership skills, and represented Sumter High School with pride. From meaningful conversations and spirited debates to moments of laughter and unforgettable experiences, they truly made the most of this incredible opportunity.
We are proud to recognize our Palmetto Girls State delegates:
💙 Kadence Brown
💛 Lillie Ivey
💙 Grecia Mitchell Tello
💛 Oriana Perez
💙 McLean Reynolds
💛 Remy Shauf
💙 Carmine Bookhart
We also celebrate our outstanding Palmetto Boys State delegates:
💙 Micah Clark (via Scout Troop 339)
💛 Blain Cox
💙 Blake Cox
💛 Anthriest “Clark” Hill III
💙 Aiden Hunnicutt
💛 Brian Johnson
💙 Jarrett Logan
💛 Cameron Marez
💙 Samuel Merchant
💛 Tyler Metze
💙 Quinn Posey
💛 David Nehemiah Vizcarra
💙 Corbin Weatherwax
💛 Berkley White
💙 King Deveaux
As we share some of the photos gathered throughout the week, we celebrate not only their accomplishments but also the joy, camaraderie, and passion they brought to these prestigious programs. Thank you for representing Sumter High School so well and reminding us what truly looks like.
Your future is bright, your leadership matters, and your Gamecock family is incredibly proud of you.
Once a Gamecock, Always a Gamecock. 💙💛
We are incredibly proud to celebrate two outstanding Sumter High students who represented our school with excellence at Palmetto Boys State.
Quinn Posey was named Citizen of the Year, the highest honor awarded at the program. Selected by staff members and senior counselors from more than 1,100 young men from across South Carolina, Quinn was recognized as the best all-around citizen for his leadership, character, service, and integrity.
David Vizcarra was elected to serve as Superintendent of Education, one of only a handful of students chosen to hold a statewide leadership position during the week. This remarkable achievement reflects the confidence of his peers and his commitment to servant leadership.
A special thank you to Marshall Saunders, a proud Sumter High graduate, current Clemson student, and Palmetto Boys State counselor, for sharing this special moment with us. Marshall continues to exemplify the values of leadership and service that define our school community.
Once a Gamecock, Always a Gamecock. 💙💛
The future is bright because of young leaders like these who continue to represent Sumter High School with pride wherever they go.