Williams Memorial Elementary School

🚍 Spring School Bus Evacuations Are Here! As part of a federal safety requirement, all DD4 students who ride the bus will take part in a School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill this spring. ✅ Drills will happen at each school during morning drop-off. 🗣️ Bus drivers will guide students through the evacuation process. 👖 Students should wear clothing that allows them to “sit and scoot” out of the rear emergency exit. 📅 Spring 2025 Schedule: • Clay Hill Elementary – April 22, 2025 • Harleyville Elementary – April 23, 2025 • Williams Memorial Elementary – April 24, 2025 • Woodland Middle & High – April 23, 2025 (held at the first drop-off location) Let’s keep safety rolling in DD4! 🛑 #DD4Safety #SchoolBusDrill #StudentPreparedness

Schedule Reminder Monday, April 21 is a regular school day.

🎶✨ You're Invited! ✨🎶 Join us for the Tiger Town Chorus Spring Concert Next Friday, April 25th at 6:00 PM at Williams Memorial Elementary School! Enjoy an evening of amazing music, including a Wicked medley, pop favorites, and more performed by our talented 5th grade chorus students. 📍 Don’t miss this magical night of music! #TigerTownChorus #SpringConcert #WMESPride #MusicMatters

Behind every report, every score, and every data point—there’s a powerhouse team making it happen. 📊 Huge thanks to our Assessment and Accountability Department at Dorchester School District Four! Led by Shelissa Bowman (Director) and Elixzina Breadmon (PowerSchool Coordinator), this dynamic duo ensures our district meets state data reporting requirements with precision and care. Your work in data management and accountability is no small task, and we are so grateful for all that you do! 🙌 #DD4Pride #DataDriven #ThankYou

Dorchester School District Four Pre-Kindergarten Enrollment Who: All students who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025 When: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - Friday, May 23, 2025 Where: Your home school (Please contact the school to schedule an appointment). Please Bring the Required Information: All information must be complete before a student is accepted Child’s State Birth Certificate Child’s Up- To- Date Immunization Record 2 Proof of Residency (Lease or Utility Bill with Current Address Parent/Guardian Drivers License or ID Card Legal documents concerning Custody or Guardianship (If applicable) Inscripción a Prejardín Infantil del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester Quiénes: Todos los estudiantes que cumplan 4 años el 1 de septiembre de 2025 o antes Cuándo: Del miércoles 19 de marzo de 2025 al viernes 23 de mayo de 2025 Dónde: Su escuela de origen (Comuníquese con la escuela para programar una cita). Por favor, traiga la información requerida: Debe completar toda la información antes de aceptar a un estudiante: Acta de nacimiento estatal del niño/niña Cartilla de vacunación actualizada del niño/niña Dos comprobantes de domicilio (contrato de arrendamiento o factura de servicios públicos con dirección actual) Licencia de conducir o tarjeta de identificación del padre/madre/tutor Documentos legales relacionados con la custodia o tutela (si corresponde)

Good afternoon, WMES family! This is a reminder that our SIC/Title 1 Planning Meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, April 16 at 4:00 PM in the Media Center. All families are invited to attend and share ideas to support school improvement. We hope to see you there!

Last week we celebrated Mrs. Sibert! The teachers and staff joined together to shower her with love and appreciation during Assistant Principals Week. From thoughtful gifts and sweet treats to kind words and warm gestures, the celebration was a reflection of just how much Mrs. Sibert means to our school. Her dedication, leadership, and constant support make a lasting impact every single day. Thank you, Mrs. Sibert—you are truly loved and valued, and we’re so lucky to have you!

🎉 Our WMES National Elementary Honor Society students proudly represented us in the World Grits Festival Parade on Saturday, April 12th at 11:00 AM! 🎈🐯 With pom-poms in hand, smiles on their faces, and our Tiger mascot by their side, these amazing students showed off their school spirit and commitment to leadership, service, and excellence. They were joined by some of our Character Kids, making it a true celebration of what it means to be a WMES Tiger! 💛🖤 We’re so proud of all our students for being shining examples of character and achievement in our community! #WMES #TigerPride #NEHS #CharacterKids #WorldGritsFestival2025

Schedule Reminder Monday, April 21 is a regular school day.

Applications open Monday until May 16. High school or College students that live in the county can visit the website for more information. https://tinyurl.com/3km6kwts The program begins June 16.

Parents and Guardians! Here is the link to the 4th Quarter Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter https://5il.co/3d8rb

🎉👑 Get ready for the 4th Annual WMES Beauty Pageant! 👑🎉 Join us on May 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM for an unforgettable evening as we crown this year’s Miss & Master WMES! 🌟 🎟️ Admission: $5 per person $3 for students FREE for children 3 and under! 💫 Entry fee: $20 📸 Photogenic Competition: Additional $10 with a photo 🗓️ DEADLINE FOR ALL ENTRIES: Monday, April 21, 2025 👉 No exceptions! All entry forms, fees, photos, school spirit signatures, and payments must be submitted by the deadline. 📩 For more info, contact Mrs. Britt at caseybyrd@dd4.k12.sc.us Don’t miss this dazzling night of fun, fashion, and talent at WMES! ✨👠🎤 #WMESPageant #MissAndMasterWMES #ShiningStars

Dorchester School District Four Pre-Kindergarten Enrollment Who: All students who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025 When: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - Friday, May 23, 2025 Where: Your home school (Please contact the school to schedule an appointment). Please Bring the Required Information: All information must be complete before a student is accepted Child’s State Birth Certificate Child’s Up- To- Date Immunization Record 2 Proof of Residency (Lease or Utility Bill with Current Address Parent/Guardian Drivers License or ID Card Legal documents concerning Custody or Guardianship (If applicable) Inscripción a Prejardín Infantil del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester Quiénes: Todos los estudiantes que cumplan 4 años el 1 de septiembre de 2025 o antes Cuándo: Del miércoles 19 de marzo de 2025 al viernes 23 de mayo de 2025 Dónde: Su escuela de origen (Comuníquese con la escuela para programar una cita). Por favor, traiga la información requerida: Debe completar toda la información antes de aceptar a un estudiante: Acta de nacimiento estatal del niño/niña Cartilla de vacunación actualizada del niño/niña Dos comprobantes de domicilio (contrato de arrendamiento o factura de servicios públicos con dirección actual) Licencia de conducir o tarjeta de identificación del padre/madre/tutor Documentos legales relacionados con la custodia o tutela (si corresponde)

Woodland Middle School Spring Concert. Wednesday, April 30 at 2:30pm at Woodland Middle School. Featuring Art, Band and More.

🌟 WMES April Feature Teacher & Staff 🌟 Please join us in celebrating our April Feature Teacher and Feature Staff Member at WMES! 💐 🍎 Mrs. Emily Horne is a natural-born teacher whose passion for education shines in all she does. Her positivity, classroom management, and love for her students make her an absolute joy to work with. We are so lucky to have her on our team! 🦋 Ms. Karrie Adams goes above and beyond to support our students and staff every day! Her quick response to student needs and her encouraging presence help create a focused and caring learning environment. We’re so grateful for her dedication! 👏 Thank you both for making WMES a wonderful place to learn and grow. Way to go, Mrs. Horne and Ms. Adams! 💙💛 #WMESFamily #FeatureTeacher #FeatureStaff #TigerPride #WeAreWMES #AprilAppreciation

Woodland Middle School students in Ms. Thompson’s class are being celebrated for their outstanding work designing and producing custom shirts for Clayton Homes of Walterboro! 🙌 As part of a class-based small business project, these talented students launched their own t-shirt business and demonstrated exceptional dedication by meeting a real-world client deadline with professionalism and creativity. Their high-quality designs earned recognition on Clayton Homes’ official Facebook page and were also featured in The Press and Standard following interviews with company employees. Clayton Homes was thoroughly impressed with both the design and quality of the shirts. Dorchester School District Four is proud of Ms. Thompson and her students for representing Woodland Middle with excellence and entrepreneurial spirit! 👏👏

This week is Assistant Principal's Week, and we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible leaders who help keep Dorchester School District Four moving forward each day. Our assistant principals are the heartbeat of our schools — committed, dependable, and always willing to go the extra mile for students, staff, and families. Their leadership makes a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for all they do. Join us in celebrating these outstanding educators: 🌟 Mark Blacklocke – Woodland High School 🌟 LaTorsha Bryant – Woodland Middle School 🌟 Markayla Busby – Woodland Middle School 🌟 Makeisha Butler – Woodland High School 🌟 Kim Hartzog – Clay Hill Elementary School 🌟 Brittany Sibert – Williams Memorial Elementary School 🌟 DeVane Trigiani – Harleyville Elementary School Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do to support our schools and communities! #AssistantPrincipalsWeek #DD4Proud #ThankYouAPs #LeadershipInAction.

🚨 Bus Delay Notice 🚨 Due to a field trip at the high school, buses 21, 23, 24, and 25 will be running approximately 30 minutes late for pick-up this afternoon. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you for your continued support! 💛🚌

Today we celebrate National School Librarian Appreciation Day! We proudly recognize our exceptional team of school librarians: ​Ebonie Ervin from Clay Hill Elementary School​ ​Dr. Denise Gadson from Woodland High School​ ​Nicole Richardson from Harleyville Elementary School​ Jill Spearman from Woodland Middle School​ ​Lisa Stephenson from Williams Memorial Elementary School​ These professionals do more than manage our libraries; they create welcoming environments that foster curiosity, support academic achievement, and inspire a lifelong love of reading. Their unwavering dedication and innovative approaches profoundly impact both students and faculty.​ "Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve and contribute to improving our quality of life. Libraries change lives for the better." ​~ Sidney Sheldon Please join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Spearman, Ms. Ervin, Ms. Stephenson, Ms. Richardson, and Dr. Gadson. Your hard work and passion are truly appreciated, and you make a significant difference in our school community.

🎉🐯 WMES Online Apparel Store is NOW OPEN! 🐯🎉 Show your Tiger Pride! The Williams Memorial Elementary School Online Store is now open for Spring orders! 🧢👕🧥 Use the QR code in the flyer to place your order for WMES apparel! 🗓️ Deadline to order: April 25, 2025 Don’t miss out on this chance to gear up and represent WMES in style! 💛🖤 #TigerPride #WMESStrong #SpiritWear #WMESTigers