On Wednesday, January 7, Northeastern Technical College welcomed members of the South Carolina Technical College System Division of Academics, Student Affairs, and Research to provide professional development for the college’s Academic division. The session focused on enhancing instructional practices, supporting student success, and maintaining high academic standards across the institution.

The presentation covered key topics including an Academic Affairs Overview, Student Success, Student Learning Outcomes, Performance Funding Indicators, Program Evaluation, and available Training, Services, and Support. Faculty, academic staff, and administrators engaged in discussions and activities designed to strengthen curriculum, teaching methods, and student support strategies.

The training also encouraged collaboration across departments, allowing participants to share insights and align goals for the upcoming term. By participating in professional development like this, NETC ensures that faculty and staff have the tools and knowledge needed to promote student achievement and institutional excellence.

Northeastern Technical College remains committed to ongoing training and professional development opportunities that foster innovation, academic quality, and a positive learning environment for all students.

Northeastern Technical College kicked off the Spring 2026 semester with a successful and engaging Welcome Week that brought students together across campuses to connect, get involved, and start the semester on a positive note.

Welcome Week began on Monday, January 12, with Donut Stop Until You Reach Your Goals. Students stopped by the Student Union and local campuses from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM to enjoy sweet treats while setting personal and academic goals for the semester. The event created a welcoming atmosphere and encouraged students to reflect on their aspirations for the months ahead.

On Tuesday, January 13, students gathered for the NETC Trailblazer Toss and Swag Bags event from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. From meeting fellow students and staff to picking up Trailblazer themed swag, the Student Union was filled with energy and school pride as students connected and celebrated the start of a new term.

Wednesday’s Student Life Resource Fair took place on January 14 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and highlighted the many ways students can get involved at NETC. Attendees met with the Student Life Coordinator, learned about clubs and organizations, explored athletics opportunities, and discovered resources designed to help them find community and support throughout their college experience.

The week wrapped up on Thursday, January 15, with a campus wide Pizza Party beginning at 12:00 PM. Students enjoyed a relaxed and fun close to Welcome Week while connecting with peers and staff in the Student Union and at local campus locations.

Spring 2026 Welcome Week successfully set the tone for the semester by fostering connection, promoting student involvement, and reminding Trailblazers that they are supported from day one. NETC looks forward to a semester filled with growth, engagement, and student success.

McBee—Alex Bergman is a junior and two-sport athlete at McBee High, where he was a designated hitter during the Baseball playoffs leading up to McBee earning the SCHSL Class A State Championship trophy, plus he is plays on the Basketball team..



Bergman, who is a Pitcher and plays first base, readily admits baseball is his favorite sport and started playing the game when he was first able to join t-ball teams. Last season, his held a .308 batting average. He also enjoys basketball which he started playing it in the seventh grade.  

In the classroom he carries a 5.080 GPA and he has a strong desire to play baseball at the next level if presented the opportunity. His two favorite schools for continuing his education after next year are University of South Carolina and Duke. 

For all his athletic and academic accomplishments, Bergman has been chosen the “NETC” Male Student Athlete of the Month.”

This honor is bestowed through a partnership between the Northeastern Technical College and “The High School Sports Report” with the publication communicating with athletic directors and guidance counselors at high schools in the counties of Dillon, Marlboro, and Chesterfield, where NETC serves the needs of high school students seeking to earn dual credits in various subjects that can be transferred to colleges after a student’s high school graduation. The ”NETC” is currently offering over 44 online dual credit courses for the 2025-26 school year to students in the three counties they serve.

Bergman started taking classes as a dual enrolled high school student his freshman year. He completed several courses offered by the NETC so far. Courses he’s taken include English 101, Public Speaking, US History, Macro Economics and two Biology classes. He says he plans to continue taking NETC classes this year and again during his senior year.

“Taking online courses through NETC has really helped me get used to the difference in workload at the high school level and college level. This is really preparing me for that next step up,” said Bergman. He continued saying. it’s been a good experience with NETC. “It’s different than in-person classes with a teach leading the lecture, but it works better for me as I learn best by reading information or watching videos.”

Bergman said, “I’m pretty sure I’ve mapped it out right and taking these NETC courses should significantly reduce my college class load.” He says he’s still undecided about a college major but after college he plans to attend law school. He credits the NETC classes for helping him be better prepared and honed his time management skills. “School work is the priority, I try to do as much as I can during the school day, then after practice and when I get home, I’ll finish whatever is not done.”

When asked about a favorite memory from his play either on the diamond or the court, Bergman says, “it has to be our 2025 State Championship run and in the final game, I’d been the DH all series, we have the lead, and at this point I’m in the dugout watching the other team’s batters as we get down to the final out for the game. The batter hits a strong ground ball to our third baseman who fields it and then makes the throw to first base for the final out, thus giving us the State Title.”

McBee—Hanna McLeod is a senior and tennis player at McBee High, where she has been team captain and this year she made it to state for her singles play. She started playing tennis in the eighth grade and the last two years her team made the playoffs, including winning the regional title in her junior year.

In the classroom, she carries a 5.294 GPA and after high school, she does look to continue playing tennis but as a club sport at the college level. Her focus to earn degree in Public Health from the University of South Carolina.



For all her athletic and academic accomplishments, McLeod has been chosen the “NETC” Female Student Athlete of the Month.”

This honor is bestowed through a partnership between the Northeastern Technical College and “The High School Sports Report” with the publication communicating with athletic directors and guidance counselors at high schools in the counties of Dillon, Marlboro, and Chesterfield, where NETC serves the needs of high school students seeking to earn dual credits in various subjects that can be transferred to colleges after a student’s high school graduation. The ”NETC” is currently offering over 44 online dual credit courses for the 2025-26 school year to students in the three counties they serve.

McLeod started taking classes as a dual enrolled high school student her sophomore year. So far, she’s completed eight classes including US History, Algebra, English Composition, Computer technology, and Public Speaking.

“Taking online courses through NETC has acclimatized me to the college level workload and it’s giving me a good idea of how much work I’ll have to do at college,” said McLeod. She continued, about it being a “good experience with NETC, the professors are nice and they respond to my questions via email.” She went on to explain that she is “trying to take many of the required classes that aren’t core classes for my degree and that should help tremendously so I can get ahead in my studies.” 

When asked about managing her time to balance two school loads, sports, and life, McLeod said, I utilize every opportunity to get my NETC work done and use my study hall wisely, then I can finish other work after practice, games, and once home.”

When asked about a favorite memory from her playing time on the tennis court, McLeod reflected about a player from Darlington High School, they were closely ranked and played each other many times. “In our very last match, we were playing close each set, and it went to tie break. I won.”

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