
📚🐝 Spelling Bee Champions Celebration! 🎉🍕
Last week, our Spelling Bee Champions celebrated their hard-earned victory with a pizza party, courtesy of our Curriculum Department and Mrs. Sylvia Wright! 🍕👏
A big congratulations to these brilliant spellers—your dedication and hard work truly paid off! 🏆✨
#SpellingBeeChamps #DD4Excellence #WellDeserved #PizzaParty 🎉🐝






You're invited Clay Hill Elementary School blood drive!


Interested in your son or daughter playing basketball this Spring? Well here’s your chance. Dorchester School District Four will be hosting their very own basketball program this school year during the months of March and April and it will be available to all students across our school district in grades 3rd through 5th.
Things to know about the program:
Registration to play will be $20.00. This fee pays for a team shirt and end of season trophy
Students will be placed on a team at their school, and all teams will be coed. Coaches will consist of teachers, staff members, administrators, parents, and/or volunteers from your child’s school.
All students will play at least four games which will take place at your child’s elementary school. Elementary schools will communicate practice and game times.
Each game will be four, 6 min quarters. There will be a playoff the last week of the season.
Practices will take place once a week immediately after school. The day of the week for practice will be based on the coach’s schedule.
Students will be expected to demonstrate positive school behavior in order to participate.
Students must be present at school on the day of a game or practice in order to play that day.
GAME SCHEDULE:
Game 1: April 3rd
Game 2: April 10th
Game 3: April 17th
Game 4: April 24th
Semi-Finals: April 28th *at Woodland HS
Championship: April 30th *at Woodland HS
There will be no games or practices on the weekends
The primary purpose of this program is simple:
Bring our schools and communities together in a fun and exciting way.
Keep students active in an organized sport.
Teach students the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
Develop a feeder program for our basketball program at Woodland H.S.
The registration form will also be in the DOCUMENTS section after you click on the menu of your school's website.



Dorchester School District Four will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM located in the Woodland High School Media Center.
The agenda for the meeting is listed on BoardDocs, https://go.boarddocs.com/sc/dsd4/Board.nsf/vpublic?open
Also, the meeting will be live streamed via YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDNQHJ64vKTSfEh53k6rIfQ/live


Each month, Ms. Deb’s PIP class explores a new unit from the Pre-K Launch Curriculum by TEACHTOWN. This month, the students are learning about Community Helpers—the jobs they do, the tools they use, and how they serve the community.
To make learning meaningful, the class engages in hands-on, play-based activities that bring the lessons to life. Interactive experiences, such as dressing up and role-playing, make learning both fun and relevant for young learners.
On Wednesday, February 13, Ms. Deb’s students brought their lessons to life by dressing as community helpers featured in The Food Drive, the book they are currently reading. They also took an "in-school field trip," visiting various staff members to share what they’ve learned about different community roles.
Ms. Deb, her assistants, and the students love these engaging activities that make learning an exciting adventure!
Article by Principal Ruth Mims
Photos provided by Mrs. Tracy DeLee



📢 SIC/Title 1 Planning Meeting 📢
Attention parents, teachers, and community members! Join us for an important School Improvement Council (SIC) and Title 1 Planning Meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. in the Media Center.
Your voice matters! Come share your ideas and help us continue making a positive impact on our school community. 🐾
#PAWSitivelyTheBest #SICMeeting #TigerPride #CommunityMatters


DD4 schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th for President's Day. All schools and offices will resume a regular schedule on Tuesday, February 18th.


🎉👮♂️ Happy School Resource Officer Day! 👮♂️🎉
Tomorrow, we will celebrate Officer Drew Patterson, our incredible School Resource Officer, for his dedication, kindness, and commitment to keeping our school safe! 🚔💙
We are so grateful for everything you do, Officer Patterson! From protecting our school to building relationships with our students, you truly make a difference every single day.
Drop a comment below to show your appreciation! 🐾💛 #PAWSitivelyTheBest #ThankYouOfficerPatterson #SROAppreciationDay #WilliamsMemorialElementary
📅 February 15 – Don’t forget to thank our amazing SRO! 🙌


📢 Calling all educators and job seekers! 🎉
Join us for the Dorchester School District Four "GET LUCKY, GET HIRED" Recruitment Fair! 🍀✨
📅 Saturday, March 8, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Woodland Middle School 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC
Explore exciting career opportunities, meet district leaders, and take the next step in your professional journey! Don’t miss your chance to get lucky and get hired! ✅
Register here: https://forms.gle/iB68DxyGGPpCcm4C7
📌 See the flyer below for more details.
#GetLuckyGetHired #Dorchester4 #NowHiring #EducationJobs #JoinOurTeam


💖✨ Happy Valentine’s Day! ✨💖
As we get ready to celebrate February 14, here are a few important reminders:
📌 Valentine’s Day Deliveries – All deliveries to the school must arrive by noon (12:00 PM).
📌 No Items on the Bus – Teddy bears, flowers, balloons, and candy bouquets are not allowed on the school bus for safety reasons.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope everyone has a sweet and fun Valentine’s Day! ❤️🎉
#HappyValentinesDay #SchoolReminders #LoveAndLearning


Dear DD4 Community, we would like your feedback before choosing the academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. Please vote once for your preferred calendar choice by 4:00pm on February 14, 2025. We will take the feedback from the community and from our teachers and staff to make a final calendar decision.
https://forms.gle/mrGi6Vg1qTvta7cu7


Good afternoon, Williams Memorial Elementary families!
Tomorrow is an Early Release Day! Students will be dismissed at 12:15 PM. Please make arrangements for transportation and after-school care as needed.
Thank you for your cooperation!

Check out the Dorchester County Parks and Recreation Family Fun Day at Davis-Bailey Park!
The event will happen on Saturday, February 22nd from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Enjoy games, food, inflatables, archery, face painting, bubbles, ballon art, music, books, and beyond, train and more!!
5190 E. Jim Bilton Blvd., St. George, SC 29477 / dorchestercountysc.gov/parks


🌟 WMES February Feature Teacher & Staff! 🌟
This month, we are celebrating two incredible members of our WMES family! 🎉❤️
🍎 Meet Ms. Tarsha Smith – Our dedicated school counselor who goes above and beyond to support students, parents, and staff. She assists with food pantry backpacks, helps students facing challenges, and leads Character Kids and Academic programs. Ms. Smith is always ready to lend a helping hand! 👏✨
🏫 Meet Mrs. Yolanda Summers – A caring and kind presence in our school! Her cheerful smile brightens everyone’s day, and her positive attitude is truly appreciated. She is always helpful in the classroom and spreads joy wherever she goes. 🌟😊
Thank you, Ms. Smith and Mrs. Summers, for your hard work and dedication! WMES is lucky to have you! ❤️📚
#WMESFamily #FeatureTeacher #FeatureStaff #ThankYou #FebruarySpotlight #WeLoveOurTeachers 💕🎀



Join us for the DD4 Parent and Family Engagement Health Fair.
Thursday, February 27 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Woodland Middle.
Vision Screenings, Vaccine Clinic, Mental Health, Red Cross, Fitness Class, Boxing and Backpacks! 843-563-5923 or cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us with questions.


💖✨ Happy Valentine’s Day! ✨💖 As we get ready to celebrate February 14, here are a few important reminders: 📌 Valentine’s Day Deliveries – All deliveries to the school must arrive by noon (12:00 PM). 📌 Job Shadow Day – Don’t forget! February 14 is Job Shadow Day for 3rd-5th graders. 📌 No Items on the Bus – Teddy bears, flowers, balloons, and candy bouquets are not allowed on the school bus for safety reasons. Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope everyone has a sweet and fun Valentine’s Day! ❤️🎉 #HappyValentinesDay #SchoolReminders #LoveAndLearning


Due to the number of e-Learning days used this school year because of inclement weather, Monday, April 21st will now be a regular school day for students instead of a scheduled Teacher Workday. This additional in-person learning day is essential to ensuring our students are fully prepared for success. We understand this change may be an inconvenience, but we appreciate your flexibility and support as we prioritize student achievement. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school. Thank you for your understanding!


🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week!🌟 (February 3-7)
This week, we celebrate and appreciate our incredible school counselors who dedicate themselves to helping students thrive!💙✨
A huge THANK YOU to:
📚 Antionette Clark – Clay Hill Elementary School
📚 Ophelia Gillens – Harleyville Elementary School
📚 Tarsha Smith – Williams Memorial Elementary School
📚 Allison Webb – Woodland Middle School
📚 Tamara Boyd – Odyssey Educational Center
📚 Queen Bell-Lawton, Tandy McAlhaney, and Carrie Bullivant – Woodland High School
Your hard work, guidance, and unwavering support make a lasting impact on our students and their futures. 💛💙 Let’s take a moment to show them some love in the comments! 👏💬
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #HelpingStudentsThrive #ThankYouCounselors #DorchesterDistrict4 💙📖✨








📢 WMES Celebrates National School Counseling Week! 💙💛
This week, we want to take a moment to express our deepest appreciation for Ms. Tarsha Smith, our incredible school counselor! 🌟 Her dedication, kindness, and unwavering support make a lasting impact on our students every single day.
From providing guidance to fostering a positive and inclusive environment, Ms. Smith truly makes WMES a better place. Thank you for all you do! ❤️👏
Drop a ❤️ in the comments to show your appreciation! #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #ThankYouMsSmith #WMES 💙✨
