James F. Byrnes High School

Congratulations Rebel Royals 💙 results are in for the State Qualifier- St. James Saltwater Showdown 🥇🥉

Any rising junior interested in taking Barbering next year needs to see their counselor for an application. The application MUST have a signed social security card attached in order to be accepted. Deadline to return the completed application to your counselor is February 19th.

Check it out... then check your GUESS!

Track and Field officially starts this week 4pm sharp upon returning to school. All paperwork must be cleared before starting.

Prom ticket registration opens TODAY. The theme will be announced by broadcast on February 9.

Sophomores & Juniors, it's your turn! Individual Graduation Conferences (IGPs) & class registration is now open. Use our online system to book your appointment with your School Counselor. See you soon! https://byrneshighschool.setmore.com/book

Any rising junior interested in taking Barbering next year needs to see their counselor for an application. The application MUST have a signed social security card attached in order to be accepted. Deadline to return the completed application to your counselor is February 19th.

It is almost time for all things Prom! We will be opening up ticket registration on February 2 and student council will be announcing the theme on the February 2 broadcast!

Due to this weekend's weather predictions there have been some changes in Athletics. Here is the latest update.

🌤️ WEEKEND BOOK FORECAST Issued by: James F. Byrnes Library
🌧️ Most of Rebel Nation: Expect 4–5 books — steady reading showers throughout the weekend
⛈️ Some areas: 6+ books possible — heavy reading conditions, plan ahead
🌤️ Southern-most areas: Lighter conditions with 2–3 books

📊 What does this mean for YOU?
👀Stop by the library before the library shelves are empty.
🔋Charge your e-readers & download e-books from Mackin.
🍿Stock up on snacks that match your reading vibes (way more fun than bread & milk).

⚠️ Reading Advisory:
High chances of getting hooked on a good book. Binge-reading likely.

Upcoming field trip for any junior or senior interested in a summer internship. Field trip is February 25th 10:00 am-1:30pm at Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium. Field trip permission forms available from Dr. Mabry or Mr. Gray. Deadline to sign up is February 13th.

Athletic Events at Byrnes High School for the week of January 19-23, 2026 Tickets are Cash and Credit/Debit at the Gate: $6 Tickets available online through Hub City Locker: https://www.hubcitylocker.com/rebels Everyone must enter the gym through the metal detectors. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 Sub-varsity basketball at Byrnes Freshman Academy JV Girls start 5:00 PM C-Team Boys start 6:15 PM JV Boys start 7:30 PM Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 Wrestling vs. Eastside at Byrnes Main Gym Sub varsity basketball @ Eastside JV Girls start 5:00 PM C-Team Boys start 6:15 PM JV Boys start 7:30 PM Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 Varsity Basketball at Byrnes Freshman Academy Girls start 6:00 PM Boys start 7:30 PM Saturday, Jan 24 Girls Wrestling Upperstate Qualifier @ Boiling Springs 8:00am Rebel Royals Dance Competition at Saltwater Showdown @ St. James High School

🎨Your visual art teachers- Mrs. Isabel Sloan, Mrs. Diane Sheehan, Mrs. Julia Long, and Mrs. Chambliss, along with 11 other D5 visual art teachers are participating in our annual D5 Art Teacher Exhibit which is currently hanging in the D5 Fine Arts Center Lobby. This will be on display until the end of the month.

🎻🥁Band and orchestra students will begin rigorous all-region and all-state auditions! Please wish these students luck as they participate!

🎶Chorus has been preparing for a BIG SCMEA performance coming up in February and will hold a concert Thursday, 1/15 in the FAC to showcase their performance. They will also travel to USC for a clinic on 1/29 for the day.

Teacher Cadet and Leadership Byrnes Applications are available for the 2026-2027 School Year. Contact Mrs. Poore with any questions. Both applications are due January 23.

Girls Soccer training has started. Monday-Friday @ Beech Springs Middle School 4-6pm. Students must have PlanetHS information completed along with an updated physical in order to participate. Form is located on the Byrnes Athletics website: https://schsl.org/archives/2353

PIZZA!!!!! Spread the News that the Byrnes Rebels Fishing Team will be serving you tonight starting at 6pm (10% of ALL sales, take-out orders and dine-in).

Come out and Support these young Anglers!!!

If you are interested in trying out for the track and field team, please or email Coach Redwine and make sure you have completed the google registration form below. Informational meeting will be Wednesday, January 7th at 6pm in the BHS cafeteria. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenzgpES9LYfn7uV-Noa5n0N4mwpvM9U3VO9ww293uKYLUZTQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Any rising junior interested in taking Barbering next year needs to see their counselor for an application. The application MUST have a signed social security card attached in order to be accepted. Deadline to return the completed application to your counselor is February 19th.

information for Athletic events for Jan. 5- 10. Tickets are Cash and Credit/Debit at the Gate: $6 NOTE: Lady Rebel Wrestling Classic on Saturday, Jan. 10: $10 tickets Tickets available online through Hub City Locker Everyone must enter the gym through the metal detectors. Monday, Jan 5, 2026 JV Wrestling Match-ups vs. Dorman and Gaffney Byrnes HS Main Gym Start time: 5:00 PM Jan. 5 Byrnes Athletics Jan. 5 | Hub City Locker Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026 Byrnes HS Main Gym Varsity Basketball vs. Gaffney Girls starts at 6:00 PM Boys starts at 7:30 PM Jan. 6 Byrnes Athletics Jan. 6 | Hub City Locker Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 Byrnes Freshman Academy Sub-varsity Basketball vs. Spartanburg Girls JV starts at 5:00 PM C-Team Boys starts at 6:15 PM JV Boys starts at 7:30 PM Jan. 8 Byrnes Athletics Jan. 8 | Hub City Locker Saturday, Jan. 10, 202 Byrnes HS Main Gym Lady Rebel Wrestling Classic Start time: 9:00 AM ticket link: Tickets are $10.00 https://www.hubcitylocker.com/rebels