FEBRUARY 2026
FEBRUARY 2026
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Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,
As we move into February, I want to share how proud I am of our students and staff at Switzerland County Middle School. The second semester is off to a fantastic start! Despite the cold temperatures and snowy weather that have required us to utilize synchronous eLearning on several occasions, our students and teachers have shown flexibility, resilience, and a continued commitment to learning. Those qualities truly speak to the strength of our school community.
At SCMS, we believe success goes beyond academics alone. We are dedicated to supporting each child educationally, socially, and emotionally. Whether your child needs academic encouragement, social guidance, or emotional support, please know that our staff is here to partner with you and work together to help every student grow and thrive.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping reinforce the importance of perseverance and positivity at home. As we continue through the winter months and into the heart of the semester, we look forward to celebrating student growth, achievements, and continued success together.
Warm regards,
Mark Boggs
Principal
SCMS FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Megan Mathew-7th/8th Health Teacher
What's the furthest you've ever been from home?
I traveled to Madrid, Spain and Paris, France with the French and Spanish Clubs when I was in high school.
Do you have any collections? If so, what do you collect?
Yes, I have a sea turtle collection from when I was younger because sea turtles are my favorite animal. Now, I collect ornaments from every vacation I take and I have a "travel tree” at Christmas time!
What is something people would never guess about you?
I was treasurer of the NASCAR club in high school. It was the largest club at my school with 117 members and 4 faculty sponsors.
What's your favorite quote?
“Fitness is a journey, not a destination; you must continue for the rest of your life.” - Kenneth H. Cooper (known as the “father of aerobics”)
What do you enjoy doing in the summer?
I LOVE summer as it is my favorite season! I enjoy being outside in nature with my family and dogs, relaxing in the pool, and drinking coffee on my peaceful porch. It is also fun to pick fruits and veggies from the garden and bird/animal watch.
Chad Combs: 7th/8th Physical Education
What made you want to become a teacher?
I wanted to become a teacher because I really like helping people. Teaching allows a person to do this everyday.
Where is your favorite place to go? vacation?
My family and I love to go to Gulf Shores for vacation.
Do you have any hobbies? If so, what?
Golf is my favorite hobby. It allows me to forget any problems that I have going on at the time.
Jacey Peelman-SCMS Instructional Assistant
What are your hobbies?
My hobbies include collecting snow globes and reading.
How do you spend your free time?
I like to spend my free time by spending time with family and friends.
Do you have pets? If so, describe them?
I have two cats named Maple and Millie. Maple is a mainly black calico and Millie is mainly grey. I also have a dog named Stella. She is a German Shepherd and English bulldog mix.
If you could choose any super power, what would you pick?
If I could choose any super power, I would pick telepathy.
Do you enjoy sports? If so, what sports do you enjoy?
I enjoy almost every sport but my favorite sports are volleyball and basketball.
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