📚🐝 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 🎉🐝
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
📚🐝 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 🎉🐝
📚🐝 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 🎉🐝
📚🐝 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 🎉🐝
📚🐝 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 🎉🐝
📚🐝 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!
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Blood Drive at clay hill elementary school 387 s railroad ave in Ridgeville on 3/6/26 from 8am-1pm. Sponsor code 12815.
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.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
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.
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.
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
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
 Stacy Smoak 11:08 AM (23 minutes ago) to Stacy, bcc: dor4  Good morning.  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
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
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
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
2 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A flyer for the SIC/Title 1 Planning Meeting features a maroon-colored logo of the South Carolina School Improvement Council (SIC) at the top. Below the logo, bold black text announces the meeting details
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.
2 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
The image is an announcement stating that Dorchester School District Four (DD4) schools and offices will be closed on President's Day, Monday, February 17th, 2025. It features a stylized American flag and patriotic design elements.
🎉👮‍♂️ 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! 🙌
2 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A digital collage celebrating School Resource Officer Day on February 15. The main image features Officer Drew Patterson, a smiling man in a black uniform with a sheriff's badge, standing next to a tiger mascot with an open-mouthed grin. In the top right corner, there's a circular school sign that reads "PAWSitively The Best" with a paw print in the center. The text overlay includes "We LOVE Officer Drew Patterson!" in bold black and "Happy School Resource Officer Day! February 15" in light beige on a dark gray background.
📢 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
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
📢 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   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! ✅  📌 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
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A Valentine's Day-themed reminder flyer with a pink background decorated with hand-drawn red and pink hearts. The title at the top reads "Happy Valentine’s Day!" in red cursive font. Below, the heading "Just a Few Reminders" is in bold red text. The flyer lists three reminders: all Valentine’s Day deliveries must arrive by noon, Job Shadow Day is on February 14 for 3rd-5th graders, and teddy bears, flowers, balloons, and candy bouquets are not allowed on school buses. A small note at the bottom advises contacting the Transportation Department for any questions. The date "February 14" is displayed at the bottom in light pink text.
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
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
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!
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
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
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
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 💕🎀
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A digital appreciation poster for Ms. Tarsha Smith, the February Feature Teacher at WMES. The background is pink with red and white heart decorations. The text highlights Ms. Smith’s contributions as a school counselor, including assisting students, parents, and staff, helping with food pantry backpacks, and leading Character Kids and Academic programs. A circular photo of Ms. Smith shows her smiling while holding a bouquet of flowers. "February" is written in decorative red script at the bottom.
A digital appreciation poster for Mrs. Yolanda Summers, the February Feature Staff at WMES. The design features a pink background decorated with red and white hearts. The text praises Mrs. Summers for her kindness, cheerful smile, and positive attitude, noting her helpfulness in the classroom. A circular photo of Mrs. Summers shows her wearing a white outfit and smiling warmly. The word "February" is displayed in stylish red script at the bottom.
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.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
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.
DD4 Spring SIC Planning Meetings https://tinyurl.com/36sm3d97
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
DD4 Spring SIC Planning Meetings https://tinyurl.com/36sm3d97
💖✨ 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
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A Valentine's Day-themed reminder flyer with a pink background decorated with hand-drawn red and pink hearts. The title at the top reads "Happy Valentine’s Day!" in red cursive font. Below, the heading "Just a Few Reminders" is in bold red text. The flyer lists three reminders: all Valentine’s Day deliveries must arrive by noon, Job Shadow Day is on February 14 for 3rd-5th graders, and teddy bears, flowers, balloons, and candy bouquets are not allowed on school buses. A small note at the bottom advises contacting the Transportation Department for any questions. The date "February 14" is displayed at the bottom in light pink text.
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!
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
"Dorchester District 4 Schedule Update: Monday, April 21 - Regular School Day for Students. The image has a green background with a white speech bubble containing the text, and a green school bell icon in the top right corner. The Dorchester School District Four logo is in the bottom left corner."
🌟 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 💙📖✨
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
National School Counseling Week Graphic
Tamara Boyd
Tarsha Smith
Queen Bell-Lawton, Tandy McAlhaney, Carrie Bulevant
Allison Webb
Antionette Clark
Ophelia Gillens
📢 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 💙✨
3 months ago, Williams Memorial Elementary School
A digital appreciation flyer for National School Counseling Week featuring Ms. Tarsha Smith. The flyer has a beige background with red and pastel design elements. At the top, "WMES Appreciates You" is written in red script. Below, there is a blue and white graphic with the text "Happy National School Counseling Week." To the right, a professional portrait of Ms. Tarsha Smith in a white shirt with a blue background is displayed. Below, there is a photograph of Ms. Smith speaking at an outdoor event, wearing a pink T-shirt with pink balloons in the background. To the right of this photo, there is a colorful handprint logo. At the bottom, "Thank You" is written in black cursive with a pink heart above it.