🍎 It's Teacher Appreciation Week in Dorchester School District Four! 🎉

May 4–8, 2026, we celebrate the extraordinary educators who show up every single day to teach, inspire, empower, and repeat! 💙

Our teachers are leaders, mentors, role models, changemakers, and future-builders and we are so grateful for everything they do for our students and our community.

To every teacher in DD4: THANK YOU. You make a difference that lasts a lifetime. ⭐

We appreciate you! ❤️

about 4 hours ago, DD4 Communications
A vibrant, colorful graphic from Dorchester School District Four celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026. The center reads "Celebrating TEACHER Appreciation Week!" in large, bold, multicolored lettering — green, orange, teal, and purple. A navy banner displays the dates "May 4, 2026 – May 8, 2026," and the phrase "We Appreciate You!" appears in script below. A dark navy circle in the upper right reads "Thank you for all you do. You make a DIFFERENCE!" The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the upper left. Illustrated decorations include a red apple, doodle-style hearts, stars, pencils, and a blue apple outline. On the left, a navy coffee mug reads "Teach. Inspire. Empower. Repeat." On the right, a stack of three books is labeled "Leaders & Mentors," "Role Models & Changemakers," and "Building Brighter Futures," topped with a red apple with a heart cutout. The background features bold brushstroke accents in green, yellow, and blue.
The Dorchester School District Four Board of Trustees proudly celebrates our 2026 graduates. Your hard work, perseverance, and achievements have brought you to this important milestone, and we are excited to see where your next chapter leads.

Your school board salutes you and wishes you continued success as you move forward.
2 days ago, DD4 Communications
Members of the Dorchester School District Four Board of Trustees stand together in the district boardroom holding a sign that reads, “Congratulations Class of 2026. Your School Board Salutes You.”

Dorchester School District Four is proud to share this important summer opportunity for families.

Splash Into Safety is back for its 6th summer, offering swim lessons for just $1 per lesson. The goal is simple: remove cost as a barrier and help more children gain basic swim skills and water safety education before the summer months.

Access to swim lessons remains limited in many upper Dorchester communities, making this program an important resource for families.

For more information & registration, visit the Summerville Family YMCA Website: https://summervilleymca.org/splash-into-safety/

3 days ago, DD4 Communications
Children participate in a Splash Into Safety swim lesson in a pool while an instructor assists nearby. The flyer lists lesson weeks for June 15-19, June 22-26, July 6-10, and July 13-17, with locations in Walterboro and St. George. Logos for Colleton County Parks and Recreation, HCA Healthcare, Dorchester School District Four, the YMCA, and Dorchester County appear along the bottom.
The Unified Track meet that was scheduled for this evening has been postponed until Monday, May 4th due to weather.
3 days ago, DD4 Communications
Promotional graphic for the Lower State Championship Unified Track and Field event on a green background, now marked with a large red stamp reading “POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 4TH.” Original event details remain visible: May 1, 2026, 5 PM, Fort Dorchester High School, $5 at the gate, with Special Olympics Unified Sports branding.

The Quarter 4 Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter is now available. Quarter 4 Newsletter

3 days ago, DD4 Communications
Dorchester School District Four graphic announcing that the Quarter 4 Newsletter is now available, with the district logo at the top and a phone mockup showing the Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter for 2025-2026.

🍎 Happy National School Principal Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible leaders at the heart of Dorchester School District Four! 💙

A huge thank you to:
✨ Jeremy Wolfgang – Harleyville Elementary School
✨ Alisa Lemon – Clay Hill Elementary School
✨ Benjy Kennedy – Woodland Middle School
✨ Dr. Jeffery Thompson – Odyssey Educational Center
✨ Michael White – Woodland High School
✨ Ruth Mims – Williams Memorial Elementary School

Thank you for your unwavering leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make on students, staff, and families every single day. We are so grateful for YOU! 🌟

3 days ago, DD4 Communications
A navy blue, white, and gold graphic reading "Happy National School Principal Day – May 1, 2026 – Dorchester School District Four." Six framed headshots are arranged in two rows of three. Top row, left to right: Jeremy Wolfgang, Principal of Harleyville Elementary School; Alisa Lemon, Principal of Clay Hill Elementary School; Benji Kennedy, Principal of Woodland Middle School. Bottom row, left to right: Dr. Jeffery Thompson, Principal of Odyssey Educational Center; Michael White, Principal of Woodland High School; Ruth Mims, Principal of Williams Memorial Elementary School. The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the top left corner. At the bottom, the graphic reads: "Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day!"
Today, Dorchester School District Four is celebrating the incredible cafeteria teams across DD4 who go above and beyond every single day. They don't just serve meals, they serve kindness, care, and smiles! Thank you for being heroes to our students every day! 💛
3 days ago, DD4 Communications
A bold, comic book-style graphic with a blue sunburst background featuring the Dorchester School District Four logo. Large yellow text reads "School Lunch Hero Day" with the date May 1, 2026. A yellow banner at the bottom reads: "Today we celebrate the amazing cafeteria teams across DD4 who serve up more than just meals, they serve kindness, care, and smiles every single day!"
Yesterday, Dorchester School District Four held the final session of our 2nd Annual Assistant Principal’s Academy.

Dr. April Sanders, our Chief Human Resources Officer, got things started with an icebreaker that had
everyone laughing and being real with each other right from the jump. Our assistant principals then learned about serving as a chief communicator from Mr. Lakin, Public Relations Director, and explored school finances, including how to read and use account numbers, with Mrs. Cribb, Senior Accountant for Dorchester School District Four.

Superintendent Mr. Beckwith closed the session with words of encouragement that reminded everyone in the room why this work matters.

Two years into this Academy, we couldn't be prouder of the growth and dedication our assistant principals bring to their schools, their students, and their communities every day.
4 days ago, DD4 Communications
A group of Dorchester School District Four leaders and assistant principals stand together in front of a green district-branded background with the district seal behind them.
A Dorchester School District Four staff member smiles while standing at the front of a meeting room during the Assistant Principal’s Academy session.
Dorchester School District Four Public Relations Director Mr. Lakin and another district staff member stand at the front of a meeting room while participants sit at tables during the final Assistant Principal’s Academy session.
Join MUSC for Community Outreach 2026 on May 2 from 10 AM to 2 PM in Harleyville. Free children’s vaccines, health screenings, and valuable community resources all in one place.
5 days ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for Community Outreach 2026 featuring event details for May 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 163 Railroad Ave in Harleyville, South Carolina. The event includes free vaccines for children provided by MUSC, free health screenings, and community vendors offering resources such as public health services, legal services, arts and crafts, food trucks, and more. A mobile health unit vehicle is pictured alongside event information and contact numbers for registration.

Growing Readers Story Time is coming to Dorchester School District Four! Join us for a fun 45-minute adventure as we read Rocket Says Clean Up by Nathan Bryan, followed by a hands-on craft activity. Open to children ages 2–5!

📍 Clay Hill Elementary – Wed., April 29 @ 1:30 PM
📍 Parent Resource Center (St. George Middle) – Thurs., April 30 @ 9:00 AM
📍 Harleyville Elementary – Thurs., April 30 @ 1:30 PM
📍 Williams Memorial Elementary – Fri., May 1 @ 1:30 PM

Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or contact Chaquilla Green at 843-563-5923 or cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us. Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures!
You can also register here: Register Here

¡Hora del Cuento "Growing Readers" llega a Dorchester School District Four! Ven y disfruta de una divertida aventura de 45 minutos mientras leemos Rocket Says Clean Up de Nathan Bryan, seguida de una actividad manual práctica. ¡Abierto a niños de 2 a 5 años!

📍 Escuela Primaria Clay Hill – Miérc. 29 de abril, 13:30
📍 Centro de Recursos para Padres (Escuela Intermedia St. George) – Juev. 30 de abril, 9:00 a. m.
📍 Escuela Primaria Harleyville – Juev. 30 de abril, 13:30
📍 Escuela Primaria Williams Memorial – Vier. 1 de mayo, 13:30

Regístrate escaneando el código QR del volante o comunícate con Chaquilla Green al 843-563-5923 o cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us. ¡Empoderando mentes, forjando futuros!
Regístrate aquí: Regístrate aquí

7 days ago, DD4 Communications
A flyer for "Growing Readers Story Time" hosted by Dorchester School District Four. The flyer features a beach-themed background with a blue surfboard. It invites children ages 2 to 5 to a 45-minute storytime event featuring the book Rocket Says Clean Up by Nathan Bryan, followed by a craft activity. Event locations and times are listed for Clay Hill Elementary, the Parent Resource Center at St. George Middle School, Harleyville Elementary, and Williams Memorial Elementary, taking place April 29 through May 1. Contact information for Chaquilla Green, Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator, is included along with a QR code to register.
Volante de "Growing Readers Story Time" organizado por Dorchester School District Four. El volante tiene un fondo temático de playa con una tabla de surf azul. Invita a niños de 2 a 5 años a un evento de 45 minutos de lectura del libro Rocket Says Clean Up de Nathan Bryan, seguido de una actividad manual. Se indican los lugares y horarios en la Escuela Primaria Clay Hill, el Centro de Recursos para Padres en la Escuela Intermedia St. George, la Escuela Primaria Harleyville y la Escuela Primaria Williams Memorial, del 29 de abril al 1 de mayo. Se incluye información de contacto de Chaquilla Green, Coordinadora de Participación de Padres y Familias, junto con un código QR para registrarse.
Congratulations to these Wolverines on their induction into the National Technical Honor Society!

We are incredibly proud of these outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in technical education, leadership, and character. Earning a place in NTHS is a tremendous achievement, and these Wolverines have earned every bit of this honor. The future is bright with scholars like these representing Dorchester School District Four!
10 days ago, DD4 Communications
Six Dorchester School District Four students stand in a row in front of a large screen displaying "National Technical Honor Society – Welcome New Members!" Each student holds a framed National Technical Honor Society induction certificate and wears a silver NTHS stole. Some students also hold blue gift bags. The group is smiling and dressed in formal attire.
Dorchester School District Four is actively recruiting passionate educators to join our team! We are pleased to offer the following sign-on bonuses for the upcoming school year:

✅ Certified Teachers — $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
✅ Special Education Teachers — $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
✅ Referral Bonus — $200 DD4 Staff, refer a certified teacher who gets hired and earn a $200 Referral Bonus!

If you or someone you know is ready to make a difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity today.

🌐 Learn more and apply at www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us
11 days ago, DD4 Communications
A promotional flyer for Dorchester School District Four featuring a sign-on bonus announcement. The flyer displays a faded background of U.S. currency and includes the district's logo at the top. Bold text reads "Sign-On Bonus" with the following details: Certified Teachers receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus, Special Education teachers receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and DD4 staff members who refer a certified teacher that is hired will receive a $200 referral bonus. The district's website, www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us, is listed at the bottom.
Kindergarten is closer than you think, and we want our families ready.

South Carolina First Steps is hosting Ready for Kindergarten LIVE, a free one-hour virtual event featuring a pediatrician, a children’s librarian, and an elementary principal sharing real, practical tips to help your child start school with confidence. From health checkups to building reading habits and knowing what schools expect, this session covers it all, with time to ask your questions live.

Friday, April 24
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Free and virtual

Register now: readyforkindergarten.vfairs.com
12 days ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic promoting “Ready for Kindergarten LIVE 2026” featuring a smiling cartoon fox with a backpack giving a thumbs up. Text highlights the event date and time, April 24 at 12 PM, and includes logos for South Carolina First Steps and the South Carolina Early Childhood Advisory Council.
Today we celebrate the heart of every school office, our amazing Administrative Professionals.

On behalf of Dorchester School District Four, we say thank you for your organization, patience, communication, and care. You keep our schools running smoothly and our communities connected.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
12 days ago, DD4 Communications
A pastel-themed appreciation graphic from Dorchester School District Four recognizing Administrative Professionals. The background features a soft gradient of pink, yellow, and lavender. The text reads: "April 22, 2026 Honoring Administrative Professionals On behalf of DD4 Schools – Thank you!" The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in both the top right and bottom left corners.

Take control of your financial future. Join us for a Financial Education Workshop with Cassandra Russell and learn how to better understand your spending habits, identify triggers, and build healthier financial routines.

April 23 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Adult Education Center.

13 days ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Financial Education Workshop hosted by Legacy Wealth Financial LLC featuring Cassandra Russell. The event invites participants to learn about spending habits, financial triggers, and strategies for building healthy financial routines. Sessions are scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM and April 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Administration Offices Adult Education Center in St. George, South Carolina.

☀️ FREE Meals for Kids This Summer!

The Summer Break Café is back! Starting June 3, we're serving FREE nutritious meals to children ages 1–18 (up to 21 for individuals with special needs), Monday through Thursday all summer long.

📍 Woodland Middle School Summer School Site & Community Sites
📅 Program runs through July 16, 2026

For more information about locations and times, click this link: https://tinyurl.com/4u3z2r68

💼 We're also HIRING! Join our team as a Site Supervisor, Site Monitor, Meal Prep Staff, or Delivery Personnel. Contact Ms. Thompson at (843) 636-4022 to learn more.

14 days ago, DD4 Communications
Colorful promotional flyer for Dorchester School District Four's Summer Break Café 2026. Heading reads "Free Meals for Children This Summer." Program dates: Summer School Sites begin June 3, 2026; Community Sites begin June 8, 2026; program ends July 16, 2026. Meals served Monday–Thursday, closed Fridays. Children ages 1–18 may participate; up to age 21 for students with special needs; no adult meals. Now hiring Site Supervisors, Site Monitors, Meal Prep Staff, and Delivery Personnel — contact Ms. Thompson at (843) 636-4022. To host a feeding site, eligible locations include churches, community centers, apartment complexes, and parks; daycares and private residences are not eligible; sites must have storage, refrigeration, sanitation, and waste disposal. Training schedule: May 15 — Meal Prep Staff & Site Monitors at 3:30 PM; May 22 — Site Supervisors at 4:30 PM, both at Woodland High School. Footer reads "Serving Our Community All Summer Long." Disclaimer: This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Join MUSC for Community Outreach 2026 on May 2 from 10 AM to 2 PM in Harleyville. Free children’s vaccines, health screenings, and valuable community resources all in one place.
14 days ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for Community Outreach 2026 featuring event details for May 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 163 Railroad Ave in Harleyville, South Carolina. The event includes free vaccines for children provided by MUSC, free health screenings, and community vendors offering resources such as public health services, legal services, arts and crafts, food trucks, and more. A mobile health unit vehicle is pictured alongside event information and contact numbers for registration.
Dorchester School District Four will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM, located at the Administrative Office Boardroom, 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=327
14 days ago, DD4 Communications
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Reminder: Dorchester School District Four will operate on an early release schedule on Wednesday, April 22.
Dismissal times: • Elementary Schools – 12:15 PM • Middle and High Schools – 1:40 PM

Recordatorio:
El Distrito Escolar Dorchester Cuatro operará en un horario de salida temprana el miércoles 22 de abril.

Horarios de salida:
• Escuelas primarias – 12:15 PM
• Escuelas intermedias y secundarias – 1:40 PM
14 days ago, DD4 Communications
Dorchester School District Four flyer reminding families of an Early Release Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Dismissal times: Elementary at 12:15 PM, Middle and High at 1:40 PM.
🎉 Calling all DD4 families! Join us for a fun-filled Family Night of Bingo, Disney Trivia, and pizza! 🍕🎬
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Woodland Middle School — 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437

Come out for a night of learning, laughter, and prizes! All Dorchester School District 04 families are welcome. 🏆

RSVP by April 23rd. Scan the QR code or return the bottom of this form to your child's school.

Questions? Contact Nicole Wright (nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us) or Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us).

🎉 ¡Familias del DD4, los invitamos! Únanse a nosotros para una noche familiar llena de Bingo, Trivia de Disney y pizza. 🍕🎬

📅 Jueves, 30 de abril de 2026
🕕 6:00 PM

📍 Escuela Media Woodland — 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437
¡Ven a disfrutar una noche de información, diversión y premios! Todas las familias del Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04 están invitadas. 🏆

Confirma tu asistencia antes del 23 de abril — escanea el código QR o devuelve la parte inferior del formulario a la escuela de tu hijo/a.
¿Preguntas? Contacta a Nicole Wright (nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us) o Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us).
18 days ago, DD4 Communications
Event flyer for Dorchester School District 04's Bingo & Disney Trivia Night. The flyer reads: "Join us for an informative and fun family night on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Woodland Middle School, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437. Prizes will be awarded. RSVP by April 23, 2026 by returning the bottom of this form to your child's school or by scanning the QR code. Contact Nicole Wright at nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us or Chaquilla Green at cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us with any questions." The flyer includes illustrations of a multigenerational family playing bingo, a QR code, and a pizza graphic.
Volante del evento Noche de Bingo y Trivia de Disney del Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04. El volante dice: "Únete a nosotros para una noche de información para apoyar a tu hijo/a, jugar Bingo, Trivia de Disney y comer pizza el jueves 30 de abril de 2026 a las 6:00 PM en la Escuela Media Woodland, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437. ¡Se darán premios! Confirma tu asistencia devolviendo la pestaña del formulario a la escuela de tu hijo/a o escaneando el código QR a más tardar el jueves 23 de abril de 2026. Puedes contactar a Nicole Wright en nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us o a Chaquilla Green en cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us si tienes alguna pregunta." El volante incluye ilustraciones de una familia multigeneracional jugando bingo, un código QR y un gráfico de pizza.