Penalty Shots vs. Ravens
Dynamo vs. Giants*
Tomorrow, 11/13, is an early release day. Elementary schools will dismiss at 12:15pm. The Middle and High School will dismiss at 1:40pm.
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans in Dorchester School District 4 and the DD4 Community 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to recognize and honor the incredible veterans within Dorchester School District 4 and our DD4 community. Your dedication to serving our country is deeply appreciated, and we are grateful for the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our freedoms. From classrooms to offices, you continue to inspire us all with your resilience, integrity, and commitment to service.
Thank you for your courage and your lasting impact on our district and beyond. We are proud to have such remarkable individuals in our community! 💙❤️
#DD4Community #VeteransDay #HonoringOurHeroes #thankyouveterans
Due to wet field conditions, we have moved everything back by one day. The Championship will now be Monday, November 18th. Tuesday 11/12 - 3rd-5th Round 1 and 1st-2nd Game 4
Wednesday 11/13 -3rd-5th Round 2. Thursday 11/14 -3rd-5th Semi Finals. Monday 11/18 -
3rd-5th Championship.
Please see below for next week's updated schedule.
*Due to the number of teams for 3rd-5th playoffs, four teams will have a bye on Monday 11/11.
*Monday 11/11 will be the last game for 1st-2nd.
*We will have trophies for all teams.
Due to weather, tonight's (11/6) youth soccer games have been cancelled. There has been a slight update to next week's schedule -- please see below:
GRADES 1 & 2:
Teams will play Game 4 on Monday, 11/11. This will be their last game. Grades 1 & 2 will not play in playoffs.
GRADES 3-5:
Monday 11/11 - Playoffs Round 1
Tuesday 11/12 - Playoffs Round 2
Wednesday 11/13 - Playoffs Round 3
Thursday 11/14 - Championship
*Grade 3-5 playoff schedule will be sent tomorrow.
Play exciting games, enjoy tasty snacks, and win awesome prizes! Plus, it's a wonderful chance to connect with other DD4 families, meet parents, and explore pathways to career readiness. RSVP Today! Scan the QR Code or call (843) 636-5022. We can’t wait to see you there!
📚✨Harleyville Elementary Library’s Fresh New Look! ✨📚
Dorchester District 4 is repurposing high-quality furniture from the former St. George Middle School, giving it new life in Harleyville Elementary’s library! With St. George and Harleyville-Ridgeville Middle Schools merging to form Woodland Middle, this beautiful furniture is now replacing older, worn pieces, bringing a fresh sense of pride and excitement to our library. 📖🌟
Librarian Nicole Richardson has been working hard to organize and arrange the updated space, making it cozy and welcoming for our young readers. Plus, we’re ordering brand new chairs to complete the look! Students are going to love the refreshed space, ready to inspire their reading journeys! ✨🪑 #HarleyvilleElementary #LibraryRefresh #DD4
We're thrilled to announce the new app for DD4!
It's everything Dorchester SD, in your pocket.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/qKlCq2
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/7Qh-kd
🎃 Poor Attendance is Scary! 👻
Skipping school could haunt you in more ways than one...
1️⃣ Bad Grades
2️⃣ Poor Social Development
3️⃣ Fewer College or Employment Options
4️⃣ Missed Opportunities
5️⃣ No Diploma!
Don’t let poor attendance come back to haunt you!
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
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
https://forms.gle/Y94xBrsfjzBEGSz89
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.
