Our DD4 Youth Soccer League is underway. Please see below the updated schedule. All games will be held at Woodland High School. If you have any questions please reach out to your child's soccer coach.
We are thrilled to announce that our school has received a "Good" Rating on the South Carolina State School Report Card for the 2023-2024 school year! This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of our incredible students, staff, and community.
A huge thank you to our teachers for their unwavering commitment to excellence, our students for their perseverance and enthusiasm, and our families for their ongoing support. Together, we’ve created a PAWSitive and inspiring learning environment.
The 2023-2024 Report Card can be viewed at the link below:
https://screportcards.com/overview/?q=eT0yMDI0JnQ9RSZzaWQ9MTgwNDAxOA
Let’s celebrate this milestone and continue striving for even greater success in the future! Go WMES! 💪🌟 #ProudSchool #GoodRating #CommunitySuccess #PAWSitivelytheBest
Please Join Us in Congratulating our September 2024 Character Kids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvbXuVNGmJ8
Yesterday, all the Assistant Principals from Dorchester District 4 (DD4) schools gathered for the first DD4 Assistant Principals’ Academy at Woodland Middle School. 🌟
Hosted by Dr. Sanders and Mr. Beckwith, the event provided an opportunity for collaboration, idea-sharing, and discussion of various scenarios that Assistant Principals may encounter in their roles. Dr. Sanders highlighted the resources available to each AP, while Mr. Beckwith emphasized the importance of providing training to prepare them for future principal positions. The attendees also enjoyed lunch, fostering a relaxed environment for conversation and networking. We're proud of our APs and excited for their continued growth! 💼🍎
#DD4Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #FuturePrincipals #TeamDD4
🎉📱 Exciting News, Dorchester School District 4 Family! 📱🎉
There will a Food Giveaway at the Odyssey Educational Center - Jenkins Hill Campus on Thursday, October 10th from 11:30am - 2:00pm. This food giveaway is sponsored by The Community Resource Center along with the Lowcountry Food Bank.
The address is: 145 Hill Street, Harleyville, SC 29448
Here is another great opportunity for our DD4 community.
Title of Workshop: Internet Safety Presentation
Audience: DD4 Parents
Where: Woodland Middle School
When: Thursday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/7TYvwpUcTbfGMPfg7
Contact Information: Chaquilla Green at 843-563-5923 or cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us
Next Week will be our Anti-Bullying Spirit Week. Please view the image below to see what we are asking students to wear each day next week. We will begin on Monday by "wearing blue" to Stomp out Bullying
Please complete the form if you will be attending Pizza and Bingo Night on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an informative and fun-filled evening! We will provide information to help you support your child, play bingo, and eat pizza. RSVP no later than Friday, October 4, 2024. You may contact Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us) or Magarita Baptist (mbaptista@dd4.k12.sc.us) if you have any questions or concerns. You may also reach Mrs. Green at 843-563-5923.
https://forms.gle/xP87UZrKRg6G3cJH9
Por favor complete el presente formulario si usted asistirá a la Noche de Pizza y Bingo el Martes 8 de Octubre de 2024. ¡Únase a nosotros para una noche divertida e informativa! Proporcionaremos información para ayudarle a apoyar a su hijo, jugaremos bingo y comeremos pizza. Confirme su asistencia a más tardar el Viernes 4 de Octubre de 2024 a las 6:00 pm. Puede contactar a Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us) o a Magarita Baptista (mbaptista@dd4.k12.sc.us o al 3057338422) si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud. También puede comunicarse con la Sra. Green al 843-563-5923
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Join us for a Town Hall meeting hosted by Dorchester School District 4 Superintendent Jeffrey Beckwith on Tuesday, October 29th, at 6:00 PM at Woodland Middle School. During this informative session, Mr. Beckwith will share insights on the District’s Vision and Goals, academics, facilities, and infrastructure. He will also address questions submitted by community members.
If you would like to submit a question, please complete this form by noon on October 29th:
https://forms.gle/CXewPTnNATds47766 by October 29th at noon.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Come and cheer for your favorite athlete and enjoy a day filled with fun activities at The Fall Unified Games on October 24th, 2024! The games will be held at the Woodland High School Stadium from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Parents are Welcomed! #unifiedsports #specialolympics
Check out the Digital Literacy Family Nights happening at the Dorchester County Library on Thursday, November 7th, and Thursday, December 5th. All ages are welcome! Win fabulous door prizes, get help with mobile devices, receive one-on-one computer assistance, and learn about digital literacy resources! The address is 506 N. Parler Ave, St. George. See you there! #digitalliteracy
✨ **Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day!** ✨
Dorchester School District 4 is incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our custodians. You are the unsung heroes who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for our students, staff, and community. From early mornings to late nights, your commitment ensures our learning environments are at their best.
Today, on **School Custodian Appreciation Day**, we want to say THANK YOU for everything you do! You are truly appreciated and play an essential role in our district’s success. 💙💚
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #UnsungHeroes #DorchesterSchoolDistrict4 #SchoolCommunity #Gratitude
The Transition Night "A Career Affair" will be held on Tuesday, November 12th 2024 from 5pm-7pm at Woodland Middle School - DD4. There will be fun games, snacks and prizes to win! You will have the opportunity to meet with other parents, participate in activities and games and discover pathways to career readiness. RSVP by scanning the QR Code or by calling (843) 636-5022. This event is open to DD4 Families and their children of all ages to learn about opportunities, community services, and career planning for children and adults with disabilities.
E-Learning Day
Dorchester School District 4 will utilize the Teacher Workday/Inclement Weather Day on October 11 as a weather make-up, E-Learning Day for students, as designated in the district's Instructional Calendar. This adjustment is necessary due to the postponement of the first day of school following the impacts of Tropical Storm Debby.
Fall Break
Dorchester School District 4 Schools and Offices will be closed from October 14th through October 16th for Fall Break. Students and staff will return on Thursday, October 17th.
Día de Aprendizaje en Línea
El Distrito Escolar de Dorchester 4 utilizará el Día de Trabajo para Maestros/Día de Mal Tiempo el 11 de octubre como un día de recuperación de clases, Día de Aprendizaje en Línea para los estudiantes, tal como se indica en el Calendario Escolar del distrito. Este ajuste es necesario debido al aplazamiento del primer día de clases tras los impactos de la Tormenta Tropical Debby.
Vacaciones de Otoño
Las escuelas y oficinas del Distrito Escolar de Dorchester 4 estarán cerradas desde el 14 de octubre hasta el 16 de octubre por las Vacaciones de Otoño. Los estudiantes y el personal regresarán el jueves 17 de octubre.
Gifted and Talented referrals are now being accepted through October 25th, 2024. More information and the referral form can be found on the Parents Corner page of our website. If you have any questions about the process please contact Shelissa Bowman (DD4 Director of Assessment and Accountability) at sbowman@dd4.k12.sc.us
The october newsletter for the Elementary and Early Childhood Parent institute is now available please visit https://tinyurl.com/parentinstituteoctober to view or scan the QR Code below
Tomorrow we will be celebrating Pink Out Day in Memory of Mrs. Beth McMillan who we lost last school year due to Breast Cancer. We are asking all students to please wear something pink. We have a lot of activities planned for our students. For more information please contact Ms. Smith or Mrs. Britt.
Our October Newsletter is now Available on our website under newsletters
The Dorchester School District 4 Back2School Bash/National Night Out has been rescheduled for TOMORROW from 4pm-8pm at Davis-Bailey Park in St. George. School supplies will be distributed from 4pm-6pm. #dd4family
Dorchester School District 4 Community
Dorchester School District 4 will return to normal operations tomorrow, Monday, September 30th. We understand that some families may still be facing challenges from Hurricane Helene. If it is not safe for your student to return or if you are dealing with power outages or property damage, please reach out to your school principal when you can. They will be empathetic to your situation and accommodate as much as possible.
Your safety remains our top priority. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
