James F. Byrnes High School

Seniors~USC Upstate will be on campus today, April 14th 8:30am-2pm in room 3312 for this final application day. If you need to apply to Upstate please come with your laptop to meet with the rep. The application fee will be waived today only.

Seniors~USC Upstate will be on campus Tuesday, April 14th 8:30am-2pm in room 3312 for a final application day. If you need to apply to Upstate please come with your laptop to meet with the rep. The application fee will be waived this day only.

Join the Rebels this week on the diamond and on the field! ⚾️ 🥎 🥍

Make sure to mark your calendars for Thursday night dinner at Pizza Inn! Let Thursday be one less dinner you need to plan for this week.

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.

Last week the Admin Team was FINALLY able to recognize and celebrate students who earned Academic Excellence during S1!! Students were treated to 🏅certificates of achievement🏅, 🍩Krispy Kreme doughnuts🍩, and 🍕coupons from Papa John’s for a free cheese pizza!! 🍕 We are very proud of these outstanding Rebels for working hard in the classroom!! ✅

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.