❄️📚 Growing Readers Story Time is coming!
Calling all families with little ones ages 2–4—join us for a fun-filled story time as we read How to Catch a Snowman followed by a hands-on craft your child will love.

🕜 1:30–2:15 p.m.
👉 Scan the QR code to register!

Come read, create, and grow with us!
about 2 months ago, Roger Gantt
Flyer for “Growing Readers Story Time” for ages 2–4, featuring a snowman theme, reading How to Catch a Snowman, school dates in late January, and a QR code to register.
Volante de “Hora del Cuento: Creciendo Lectores” para niños de 2 a 4 años, con tema de muñeco de nieve, lectura de Cómo atrapar un muñeco de nieve, fechas a finales de enero y un código QR para registrarse.
WMES is helping kids with special hearts through Kids
Heart Challenge. We want as many families as possible to learn about heart
health and the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR.
You can help by completing Finn’s Mission. When your student completes all
the steps, they’ll earn a Lifesavers Cape and earn a chance to win two tickets
to Super Bowl LXI in 2027! Sign up today at http://www2.heart.org/goto/WilliamsMemorialElementarySchool
or using the AHA Schools app.
about 2 months ago, Roger Gantt
Two smiling kids in green Kids Heart Challenge shirts invite families to join the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge and learn lifesaving skills like Hands-Only CPR.
Congratulations to all of our spellers who competed Tuesday night to represent Dorchester School District Four in the SpellBound! Regional Spelling Bee. Top honors went to 2nd Runner-Up Saige Smith of Clay Hill Elementary, 1st Runner-Up Maya Gadson of Woodland Middle, and Champion Myai Poland, a 7th grader from Woodland Middle, who will represent DD4 at the regional competition on March 10.

Thank you to our judges Ms. Stephanie Grossie, Dr. April Sanders, and Dr. Michelle Sweatman; recorder Mrs. Jill Spearman; pronouncer Mrs. Kim Chassereau; and the spelling bee team Mrs. Tricia Delice, Mrs. Latorsha Bryant, Mrs. Cate August, Mrs. Renay Haton, Mrs. Kimberly Hartzog, and Mrs. Natalie Pandora for making this event possible. We appreciate everyone who came out to support these outstanding students.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Group photo of elementary and middle school students standing in two rows indoors beneath a black, gold, and yellow balloon arch with bee decorations, each holding spelling bee trophies or awards, with a table in front displaying certificates and programs during the Dorchester School District Four spelling bee event.
Alt text: Three student spelling bee finalists stand indoors between black, gold, and yellow balloon columns with bee decorations, each holding trophies and awards, recognizing the champion, first runner-up, and second runner-up from Dorchester School District Four.
Five adult spelling bee officials sit side by side behind a yellow table labeled “What Can a Speller Ask?” inside a meeting room, framed by black, gold, and yellow balloon arches with bee decorations, serving as judges, recorder, and pronouncer for the Dorchester School District Four spelling bee.
The spelling bee champion, a middle school student from Woodland Middle School, stands indoors holding a large trophy beside an adult staff member, following the Dorchester School District Four spelling bee.
Dorchester School District Four will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow. All schools and offices will be open. Families and staff are encouraged to dress warmly for cold morning temperatures.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
inclement weather update. blue text. district logo.

Interested in your son or daughter playing basketball this Spring? Well here’s your chance. Dorchester School District Four will be continue it's Youth basketball program this school year during the month of March and it will be available to all students across our school district in grades 3rd through 5th. Click the link for the registration form. https://aptg.co/-3L_1v

about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
DD4 Youth Basektball Logo

Williams Memorial Elementary School recently celebrated Kindergarten through fifth grade students who showed the highest growth on the Winter i-Ready Reading or Math Diagnostic. Students with top gains in their classes received a Tiger drawstring bag filled with items for use at school and at home.

School-wide honors went to Bryson Parnell for the highest math gain, earning a STEM robotic car, and to DeShaun Utsey for the highest reading gain. To celebrate DeShaun’s achievement, Miss Montjoy’s class will enjoy a special class party.

In addition, 195 students who made at least a 15-point gain in Reading or Math received a popcorn treat, while 165 students who made at least a 15-point gain in both assessments earned Kona Ice and extra recess. Grade-level math and reading teachers whose students showed the highest progress toward yearly stretch growth also received a $50 classroom shopping spree to support student learning.

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A group of elementary-aged students stand in front of a colorful school mural featuring a tiger mascot and the word “WMES,” each student holding a paw-print drawstring bag.
A group of upper elementary and middle school students pose in front of a “WMES” tiger mural, holding colorful paw-print drawstring bags and smiling at the camera.
A class of elementary students stands shoulder to shoulder in front of the WMES tiger mural, each holding a paw-print drawstring bag, with bright school colors filling the background.
A group of elementary students pose in front of the WMES tiger mural, holding blue and pink paw-print drawstring bags, with the Dorchester School District Four logo visible in the corner.
A single elementary-aged student stands in front of the WMES tiger mural holding a boxed prize and a blue paw-print drawstring bag.
A small group of elementary students stand in front of the WMES tiger mural, each holding a paw-print drawstring bag, smiling proudly.
A group of younger elementary students stand in front of the WMES tiger mural, holding blue and pink paw-print drawstring bags.
A Kona Ice truck is parked outside on a sunny day as a long line of elementary students waits to order shaved ice.
Beginning January 6, routine bus updates will be shared through the DD4 app using notifications only. We will no longer send routine bus updates by text message. This change helps ensure families who do not ride the bus are not receiving bus texts and protects text messaging for urgent and emergency district communications.

Families who need bus information are encouraged to download the DD4 app to continue receiving updates and manage notification preferences in one place. The app is available on the Google Play Store and the App Store by searching “Dorchester School District 4.” The app icon features the district logo.

Thank you for your support and partnership.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Dorchester School District Four logo centered over a row of yellow school buses parked in a lot, with the words “Communication Update” displayed across the bottom of the image.
The January Parent Newsletter is now available. https://tinyurl.com/3y4v8n84
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Green Dorchester School District Four graphic announcing the January Parent Newsletter, with the district logo at the top, the word “Newsletter” centered, and a smartphone mockup below displaying a parent-focused article about helping children succeed in school.
Dorchester School District Four has been monitoring winter weather conditions throughout the weekend in coordination with Dorchester County Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and neighboring districts. Based on the latest forecasts, DD4 will operate on a normal schedule Monday, December 15. With cold temperatures and wind chills expected overnight, families are encouraged to ensure students are dressed warmly for morning travel.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
weather update letters in blue district logo, stormy background image

Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, A Second Chance Resource Center, and Bundles of Joy invite families to Christmas at DD4 TOMORROW, Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School.

Toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and more will be available while supplies last.

For information, contact Tamara Smalls Rolack at 843.563.5956.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Holiday flyer featuring logos for A Second Chance Resource Center, Select Health of South Carolina, and Bundles of Joy. Large red script reads Christmas at DD4. Event details show Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School, 4128 Highway 78 in Dorchester. Listed resources include toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and more. A note states all items are available on a first come first served basis. Contact information for Tamara Smalls Rolack appears at the bottom. The flyer is decorated with candy canes, ornaments, snowflakes, greenery, and wrapped gifts.
Don’t miss your chance to snag this year’s memories at the best price, only $25 right now!
Prices go up to $30 starting 12/16/25, so grab yours early!

Scan the QR code or click the link to order
https://www.balfour.com/south-carolina/saint-george/williams-memorial-elementary-school
If paying at school, cash only please!
3 months ago, Roger Gantt
A red and yellow checkerboard flyer advertising yearbooks for sale, featuring a large QR code in the center with a button labeled “Order Here.” Text highlights the price increase from $25 to $30 starting 12/16/25 and notes that school payments must be cash only.
The FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge UNEARTHED season invites students ages 9 - 16 to explore archaeology, uncovering the past using tech to solve future problems, build and program LEGO robots to complete missions, develop a solution to a real-would related to uncovering the past, and emphasizes teamwork, discovery, and core STEM principles.

Tiger Bots Team #67100 from Williams Memorial Elementary competed in Walterboro on December 6 against 24 other teams around the state. They finished 11 out of 25.

Coach Buckley and Coach Rickborn are very proud of the dedication and work all members put into this year’s season. Tiger Bots Members: Kayden Colter, Rylee Cornette, Tillie Forest, Zayden Ober, Lilly Rickborn, and Laycee Wozniak.

Dorchester School District Four is proud of the hard work and dedication from the students and coaches that make this all possible.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
A group of Williams Memorial Elementary Tiger Bots students in yellow tie-dye shirts and tiger-ear headbands stand at a robotics competition table speaking with a referee in a black-and-white striped shirt who is reviewing a score sheet. LEGO mission models cover the table.
Two Tiger Bots students in yellow shirts and tiger-ear headbands stand at a FIRST LEGO League competition table, gesturing and watching their robot’s run while referees and other teams work in the background.
Tiger Bots team members gather around a competition table. One student gives a thumbs-up while another focuses on the robot game. Their coach stands nearby, smiling.
Students and coaches in yellow Tiger Bots shirts wait around a robotics table inside a busy gymnasium as multiple teams compete. Spectators sit in the bleachers behind them.
A tabletop display shows a handmade tri-fold board with a True or False archaeology game. Two cups of answer cards sit in front of the board on a checked tablecloth.
A full Tiger Bots research and innovation station is set up with tri-fold boards detailing robot design, the robot game, and an archaeology project. Handouts, LEGO pieces, and a water bottle sit on the table.
Tiger Bots students sit on the gym floor eating snacks while a coach reads from a booklet. Other teams and tables fill the background.
A Tiger Bots coach sits in a folding chair speaking with team members who are gathered around a tote full of snacks. Students wear yellow tie-dye shirts and tiger-ear headbands.
Three Tiger Bots students stand with a referee reviewing a score sheet at the competition table. The students wear yellow tie-dye shirts with Tiger Bots printed on the back.
Tiger Bots students prepare for a match at a robotics table inside a crowded gym. Referees oversee multiple games while families and teams watch from the sidelines.
🎅Holiday Spirit Week is almost here! 🎄
Get ready to spread cheer and show off your festive style from December 15–19! Each day has a fun theme from Ugly Sweaters to Grinch Day to cozy Christmas pajamas. Check out the schedule below and start planning your outfits now. Let’s make this the merriest week of the year!
3 months ago, Roger Gantt
Graphic showing “Holiday Spirit Week” schedule for December 15–19 with themed dress-up days: Ugly Sweater Monday, Holiday Chaos Tuesday, Grinch Day Wednesday, Santa’s Workshop Thursday, and Christmas Pajama Friday.
Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, A Second Chance Resource Center, and Bundles of Joy invite families to Christmas at DD4 on Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School.

Toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and more will be available while supplies last.

For information, contact Tamara Smalls Rolack at 843.563.5956.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Holiday flyer featuring logos for A Second Chance Resource Center, Select Health of South Carolina, and Bundles of Joy. Large red script reads Christmas at DD4. Event details show Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School, 4128 Highway 78 in Dorchester. Listed resources include toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and more. A note states all items are available on a first come first served basis. Contact information for Tamara Smalls Rolack appears at the bottom. The flyer is decorated with candy canes, ornaments, snowflakes, greenery, and wrapped gifts.
🎄 You’re Invited! 🎄
Join us for Walk Thru Wednesday at WMES on December 3rd from 8:00–9:00 AM!

Come experience all the exciting things our students and staff are doing each day. We can’t wait to show you the amazing learning happening in our classrooms!

#WMES #WalkThruWednesday
4 months ago, Roger Gantt
Holiday themed flyer inviting guests to Walk Thru Wednesday at WMES on December 3, 2025, from 8–9 AM.
Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, and A Second Chance Resource Center invite families to join us for Christmas in DD4 on Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School. The event will feature toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, and a variety of winter essentials. All resources will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. For more information, please contact Tamara Smalls Rolack at 843.563.5956.
4 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer titled Christmas in DD4 with holiday decorations including candy canes, ornaments, gold bells, wrapped gifts, and snowflakes. Logos for Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, and A Second Chance Resource Center appear at the top. Event details list Saturday, December 13, 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School, 4128 Highway 78 in Dorchester. The flyer advertises toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and other resources, distributed on a first come first serve basis. Contact information for Tamara Smalls Rolack is included at the bottom.
Congratulations to the Williams Memorial Elementary School "Goal Getters"! 2025 DD4 Youth Soccer League Champions!
4 months ago, DD4 Communications
A youth soccer team stands on a football field at night, smiling and holding gold trophies. The group includes about a dozen children wearing maroon DD4 Soccer shirts along with two adult coaches, one on each side. The kids stand in a row on the turf with bleachers in the background, and a soccer ball rests near the feet of one player.
Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, and A Second Chance Resource Center invite families to join us for Christmas in DD4 on Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School. The event will feature toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, and a variety of winter essentials. All resources will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. For more information, please contact Tamara Smalls Rolack at 843.563.5956.
4 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer titled Christmas in DD4 with holiday decorations including candy canes, ornaments, gold bells, wrapped gifts, and snowflakes. Logos for Dorchester School District Four, Select Health of South Carolina, and A Second Chance Resource Center appear at the top. Event details list Saturday, December 13, 11 AM to 2 PM at Woodland High School, 4128 Highway 78 in Dorchester. The flyer advertises toys, bikes, food, coats, games, music, family portraits, socks, winter hats, and other resources, distributed on a first come first serve basis. Contact information for Tamara Smalls Rolack is included at the bottom.
Williams Memorial Elementary celebrated its Veteran’s Day Parade on Friday morning, filling the car rider loop with cheering students, handmade posters, and heartfelt gratitude for the veterans who drove through. The smiles, signs, and small waves from students created a moment that felt both joyful and meaningful. After the parade, the veterans gathered for a warm, hearty breakfast prepared in their honor. Thank you for your service.
4 months ago, DD4 Communications
A veteran in uniform waves from a car window, smiling, with another passenger seated beside him.
A class of students stands together holding a large blue banner reading We love our veterans decorated with American flag-themed paper hearts.
A uniformed officer drives by in a patrol vehicle, smiling and waving out the window.
A large group of students waves American flags and cheers as parade vehicles pass through the car rider loop.
A man in a pickup truck smiles and waves from the driver’s seat during the parade.
A line of students stands against a fence holding a brightly colored, handmade patriotic poster during the parade.
A veteran wearing a service cap waves out the window of a car while a passenger sits beside him.
Students stand outside holding a large red sign that reads Thank You Veterans while others nearby wave small American flags.
A close-up of a child holding a hand-colored sign that says Thank You Veterans alongside a small American flag.
A man in a truck leans out and waves with a smile as he drives through the parade route.
Tomorrow! Tomorrow! Tomorrow!

Make-Up Picture Day is November 18th!
If your child missed picture day or needs a re-take, this is their chance! Make sure they come dressed in their favorite outfit and ready to shine.

We can’t wait to see those bright smiles!
4 months ago, Roger Gantt
Make-Up Picture Day flyer showing date November 18th with a camera illustration.