Dorchester School District Four

Dorchester County Emergency Management, Dorchester School District Four, and our key stakeholders are closely monitoring Invest 94L (future Imelda), which is currently forecast to become a Tropical Depression near the central and northwest Bahamas in the next few days.

Although details remain uncertain, if impacts do occur, the most likely time frame would be early next week.

Superintendent Beckwith has been in contact with school principals to ensure preparedness in the event school schedules need to be adjusted. Please stay tuned for official updates as forecasts are released.

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In Our Classrooms | Clay Hill Elementary

Mrs. Rudd's kindergarten students kicked off their day with an energetic warm-up—counting all the way to 100! One student took the lead while the class combined movement with their counting to stay active and engaged. Today’s focus built on those skills by practicing how to write numerals, giving students a strong foundation in number recognition and handwriting.

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A colorful classroom banner reads “Welcome to Kindergarten” with bright drawings of crayons, apples, and confetti-like shapes on brown paper above a doorway.

Several kindergarten students sit in a row on the classroom floor. One boy in a red shirt raises his hand while other students look up toward Mrs. Rudd.

Kindergarten students sit attentively on a rug decorated with numbers and letters, watching Mrs. Rudd at the front of the classroom.

Mrs. Rudd stands at the front of the classroom holding pink gloves, speaking to her kindergarten students who are sitting on a colorful rug. A large screen behind her displays a math lesson about writing numerals.

Mrs. Rudd, wearing a yellow shirt and beige sweater, gestures with both hands while wearing bright pink gloves as she teaches her kindergarten students.

Four kindergarten students stand side by side, watching attentively as they participate in their classroom warm-up activity.

A young boy in a yellow hoodie smiles and raises his hand while standing near the front of the classroom during the counting activity.

Two kindergarten students stand near the classroom board smiling and moving their arms during an interactive lesson.

A group of kindergarten students stand on the colorful alphabet rug, facing the teacher’s screen while performing physical movements as part of their counting exercise.

Kindergarten students stand on the classroom rug, moving their arms as they count together. One student smiles toward the camera while participating in the activity.

Clay Hill Elementary celebrated its 2nd annual “Speak Life Event” on Friday, a day dedicated to building community through encouraging, motivating, and uplifting one another with positive words and actions.

This year’s theme was “Be the Light, Share the Love!” Students, faculty, and staff gathered to embrace the power of speaking life into each other and creating an atmosphere of kindness and support.

The guest speaker, Michael White, Principal of Woodland High School, reminded everyone that they are the most important part of DD4. He spoke about the light within us and challenged students to:
• Stand up for what is right, even when it’s hard.
• Encourage yourself and those around you.
• Pour positivity into your life.
• Refuse to let anyone or anything dim your light.

He also declared September 19th the official last day for laziness at CHES, pushing students to rise above obstacles and shine. His message closed with an empowering reminder: You are the light of the world, and the only way to drive out darkness is to shine.

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A group of Clay Hill Elementary students stand with two teachers in the gym, smiling and holding colorful handmade posters. The signs read “Be Kind,” “Little Hands Big Kind Words,” and “Kind Hearts Grow Here!” with hearts, flowers, and bright decorations.

Another group of young students stand with two staff members, holding large posters with uplifting words. Their signs read “You are accepted, loved, and chosen!,” “You are strong & courageous,” and “You were made with a special purpose,” decorated with hearts and drawings.

Michael White, Principal of Woodland High School, poses with two CHES staff members while holding a framed certificate of appreciation for serving as the Speak Life Day 2025 guest speaker. Smiling students and staff are seated in the background.

A section of the bleachers filled with elementary students wearing red, black, and white shirts. Many students are smiling and singing along during the event.

Michael White speaks at the front of the gym while a group of CHES students in the bleachers raise their hands. A handmade “Speak Life Day” poster can be seen in the background.

A wide-angle view of the event, showing Michael White addressing the student body. Rows of students and teachers fill the bleachers, with red, black, and white balloon columns on the gym floor.

Three children in the bleachers. One child cheers with both arms raised, another smiles at the camera, and the third watches attentively.

Students and staff in the bleachers laughing and cheering together during the Speak Life Day program. Smiles and joy are evident across the group.

A CHES staff member in a red shirt stands in the gym, looking to the side, with students in the background.

A group of upper elementary students sit in the bleachers making peace signs, smiling, and posing for the camera, while others look on during the program.

Dorchester School District Four invites all families to Bingo & Pizza Family Night on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Woodland Middle School!
Enjoy pizza, play bingo, and learn how to support your child’s success. Prizes will be awarded!

Please register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking here: Register in English
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We can’t wait to see you there!

¡El Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04 invita a todas las familias a la Noche Familiar de Bingo y Pizza el miércoles 1 de octubre de 2025 a las 6:00 p.m. en la Escuela Media Woodland!
Disfruta de pizza, juega bingo y aprende cómo apoyar el éxito de tu hijo/a. ¡Habrá premios!

Por favor regístrate escaneando el código QR en el volante o haciendo clic aquí: Registrarse en Español

¡Esperamos verlos allí!

1 day ago, DD4 Communications

A colorful flyer with decorative papel picado designs at the top, promoting Dorchester School District Four Bingo & Pizza Family Night. The event is Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Woodland Middle School. The flyer highlights free pizza, bingo, and prizes, and includes a registration form with spaces for student and family information. A QR code is displayed at the bottom for registration.

Un volante colorido con banderines de papel picado en azul, rojo, amarillo y verde. El volante anuncia la Noche Familiar de Bingo y Pizza del Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04 el miércoles 1 de octubre de 2025 a las 6:00 p.m. en la Escuela Media Woodland en Dorchester, Carolina del Sur. Invita a las familias a disfrutar de pizza, jugar bingo y ganar premios. En la parte inferior hay un formulario para registrar el nombre del estudiante, la escuela y el número de asistentes. Incluye un código QR para registrarse.

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September is Attendance Awareness Month, and Woodland Middle School students are spreading the message through their Creative Flow Projects! This artwork highlights the many opportunities that open up when students show up—academics, the arts, athletics, and more. Every day counts, and every student matters.

5 days ago, DD4 Communications

A hand-painted student mural for Attendance Awareness Month at Woodland Middle School. On the left, a student is shown in dull gray tones sitting sadly under the words “Don’t Stay Home.” The right side is vibrant and colorful, filled with drawings of students celebrating school life—graduating, reading books, playing sports, making music, cheering, and doing science. Text across the mural reads: “Think of all the things you can do here at Woodland Middle School.”

A poster created by Woodland Middle School students as part of Attendance Awareness Month. The artwork explains the importance of showing up to school, comparing attendance to teamwork in band where every member matters. The design emphasizes that each day in class builds success, and missing school makes it harder for the whole group to thrive. The poster was created by student Ember Shockley

Join us for fun and engaging 45-minute workshops where parents and children explore books, stories, and hands-on activities together. Each month features a new theme and take-home resources to keep the love of reading growing at home.

If you’re ready to join the fun, please complete a registration form by scanning the QR code or by clicking here https://forms.gle/2awR2iZow7Cui4GJ9.

The dates of the first sessions are listed below. Each month, you’ll receive a new registration link to continue participating.

We look forward to partnering with you in Growing Readers and Shaping Futures!

Harleyville Elementary School on Tuesday, September 23rd
Clay Hill Elementary School on Wednesday, September 24th
Williams Memorial Elementary on Friday, September 26th

Each session is from 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Chaquilla Green
Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator
📞 843-563-5923 | 843-636-4030
📧 cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us

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Inside Mrs. Looper’s yearbook class, students are hard at work turning everyday moments into lasting memories. By combining storytelling and photography, they’re capturing the heart of this school year so classmates can look back for years to come.

6 days ago, DD4 Communications

A teacher in a denim jacket leans over to assist a student at a computer. The student, wearing glasses, looks at the screen while the teacher provides guidance.

A student with blonde hair in a ponytail sits at a desk, working on a computer. The screen displays a page layout with photos and text, while a soda can and notebook sit nearby.

A student wearing glasses and a black hoodie labeled “We Are Family” focuses intently on a computer screen, resting their hand on their face. A large binder and laptop are on the desk.

Two students sit side by side at separate computers, reviewing photos of a school event on their screens. One student with long braids uses the mouse while the other looks on attentively.

A student in a navy blue “Howard” hoodie and glasses works at a computer, concentrating on the screen. A backpack and water bottle are visible on the desk nearby.

Special thanks to SC Works Trident, Trident Technical College, and Dorchester County Government for hosting Monday’s Career Fair! We had a great time meeting so many candidates and connecting with members of our community. The turnout was incredible, and the event was a big success!

7 days ago, DD4 Communications

Dorchester School District Four’s Title I schools will soon host their annual Title I meetings. These meetings give parents and guardians an overview of how federal funds will support students in 2025–2026, including instructional programs, assessments, and family engagement activities.

Check the schedule below and join us to learn more about how Title I benefits our schools and students!

Las escuelas Título I del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester pronto celebrarán sus reuniones anuales de Título I. Estas reuniones ofrecen a padres y tutores una visión general de cómo los fondos federales apoyarán a los estudiantes en 2025–2026, incluyendo programas de instrucción, evaluaciones y actividades de participación familiar.

Revise el horario a continuación y acompáñenos para conocer más sobre cómo el programa Título I beneficia a nuestras escuelas y estudiantes.

7 days ago, DD4 Communications

Flyer titled “Dorchester School District Four Announces Annual Title I Meetings.” The flyer explains that Title I provides federal funding to support and expand educational services and that schools are required to hold annual meetings. The flyer lists meeting dates, times, grades, and locations for Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary, and Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: September 18, 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Harleyville: September 18, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafeteria. Williams Memorial: September 3 (Pre-K), September 4 (5th grade), September 8 (4th grade), September 9 (2nd grade), September 10 (1st grade), September 11 (3rd grade), all from 5:00–6:00 p.m., media center. Woodland Middle: September 10, 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Contact information for Dr. Tracy Elmore Jackson is provided at the bottom.

Folleto titulado “Dorchester School District Four Anuncia Reuniones Anuales del Título I.” El folleto explica que el programa Título I proporciona fondos federales para apoyar y ampliar los servicios educativos y que las escuelas deben celebrar reuniones anuales. El folleto incluye fechas, horas, grados y lugares para Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary y Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. Harleyville: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafetería. Williams Memorial: 3 de septiembre (Pre-Kinder), 4 de septiembre (5º grado), 8 de septiembre (4º grado), 9 de septiembre (2º grado), 10 de septiembre (1º grado), 11 de septiembre (3º grado), todos de 5:00–6:00 p.m., centro de medios. Woodland Middle: 10 de septiembre de 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. La información de contacto de la Dra. Tracy Elmore Jackson aparece al final.

⚽ Youth Soccer is here in DD4! ⚽

Dorchester School District Four is excited to launch our Elementary Youth Soccer Program this fall for students in grades 1–5.

• Registration is $20 and includes a team shirt and end-of-season trophy
• Teams will be coed and formed at each school
• Practices will be held once a week after school
• Games begin October 21 and run through November 20 at Woodland High School

📅 Registration runs September 15–26. Practice starts the week of September 29.

To register, please download the form, complete it, and return it to your child’s school along with the $20 fee.

English form: https://5il.co/3purs

Let’s build teamwork, sportsmanship, and community through soccer in DD4!

⚽ ¡El fútbol juvenil llega a DD4! ⚽

El Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester se complace en lanzar nuestro Programa de Fútbol Juvenil de Primaria este otoño para estudiantes de 1.º a 5.º grado.

• La inscripción cuesta $20 e incluye una camiseta del equipo y un trofeo al final de la temporada
• Los equipos serán mixtos y formados en cada escuela
• Las prácticas se llevarán a cabo una vez por semana después de clases
• Los juegos comienzan el 21 de octubre y continúan hasta el 20 de noviembre en Woodland High School

📅 El registro es del 15 al 26 de septiembre. Las prácticas comienzan la semana del 29 de septiembre.

Para inscribirse, descargue el formulario, complételo y entréguelo en la escuela de su hijo junto con la tarifa de $20.

Formulario en español: https://5il.co/3purs

¡Construyamos trabajo en equipo, deportividad y comunidad a través del fútbol en DD4!

8 days ago, DD4 Communications

Green gradient background with bold white letters outlined in black reading "DD4" above the word "Soccer" in block black letters with a soccer ball forming the letter "O".

Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old child? 📚✨
Join us for DCL READS, a special program from Dorchester County Library in partnership with Save the Children.

Families will enjoy:
✔ Parent workshops & simultaneous storytimes
✔ Free books & learning kits
✔ Meals served at each event

📅 Mandatory sessions: September 27 & December 6, 9:30–11:30 AM
🌙 Optional Pajama Picnic Storytime: October 21, 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Dorchester County Library – St. George Branch, 506 N. Parler Avenue

Registration is required—don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity!

8 days ago, DD4 Communications

Flyer for Dorchester County Library’s DCL READS program. It invites families with 3- and 4-year-old children to join parent workshops and storytimes. Mandatory sessions are on September 27 and December 6, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM. An optional Pajama Picnic Storytime will be held October 21, 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Families receive books, learning kits, and meals. Event takes place at Dorchester County Library, St. George Branch, 506 N. Parler Avenue. Program is a grant collaboration with Save the Children.

Students in Mrs. Kaelah Primus’ 4th grade class at Williams Memorial are diving into history and health by learning about polio. As they read “Introduction to Polio,” they’re exploring what the disease is, its symptoms, and the key moments that led to its defeat. A great lesson in connecting the past to the present!

9 days ago, DD4 Communications

A group of elementary students sit together at a table, reading and writing on worksheets. Some look up toward the camera while others stay focused on their papers.

A student with braided hair and beads concentrates on her worksheet, pencil in hand, with a water bottle and papers spread across the desk.

Two students lean over their papers at a shared table, writing with pencils while listening to their teacher at the front of the class.

A young girl with long blonde hair reads intently at her desk, her papers and book laid out in front of her.

A student in a camouflage hoodie writes carefully on his worksheet, leaning over the desk with focus.

A student with colorful beads in her braids studies her worksheet at her desk, with other students working in the background.

A teacher leans down to assist students at a table. Two children smile while another focuses on writing, and a student in the foreground listens with a pink water bottle nearby.

Today, on National IT Professionals Day, we proudly honor the outstanding IT team of Dorchester School District Four.

Your endless dedication, hard work, and problem-solving spirit keep our schools connected and our classrooms thriving. From supporting staff to ensuring students have the tools they need to learn, you are the backbone of our digital world.

Thank you for the countless hours, the quiet heroism, and the unwavering commitment you bring to DD4 every single day. We couldn’t do this without you!

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10 days ago, DD4 Communications

Dorchester School District Four will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM, located at the Administrative Office Board Room, 600 Minus Street, St. George, SC 29477.

~Parking will be located in the back paved parking lot adjacent to the St. George Diamond Youth Baseball Will Rickborn Field off of Behling Street.

Listed is the link for the board meeting: https://dorchester4-k12-sc.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=319

10 days ago, DD4 Communications

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Truancy can bring legal consequences for families in many states. #AttendanceMatters

10 days ago, DD4 Communications

Reminder: Monday, September 15th is a Teacher Work Day/PD Day. No School for Students.

13 days ago, DD4 Communications

Dorchester School District Four flyer announcing a Teacher Work Day on Monday, September 15, 2025. The flyer reminds families that there is no school for students on this day.

Looking for quality after-school care? Cheeks Daycare Academy offers a fun, safe, and engaging After-School Program and After Head Start Care! With snacks, creative crafts, and games, your child will love their afternoons with us. Limited spots available—scan the QR code to join the waiting list.

📍1650 E. Main Street, Dorchester, SC 29437
📧 CheeksDaycare@gmail.com

13 days ago, DD4 Communications

Flyer for Cheeks Daycare Academy’s After-School Program and After Head Start Care. The flyer includes program hours (After School: 2:20 PM–6:00 PM, After Head Start: 11:30 AM–5:45 PM), costs ($65 per week after school, $160 per week after Head Start), and highlights (snacks provided, creative crafts, fun and games). A QR code is provided for the waiting list. Contact email is CheeksDaycare@gmail.com . Location: 1650 E. Main Street, Dorchester, SC 29437, side of the building daycare entrance.