Greetings Parents and Families of the Colleton County School District.
As we embark upon the Holiday Break, we will continue to emphasize academic learning as our main focus. Although there will be various events and activities this week, please encourage your child to continue to do their very best academically, behaviorally and socially. We know this is a season of excitement and sometimes students may involve themselves in behavioral actions they would normally not do. Please join us in encouraging your child to institute safe practices at all times during the school day and at after school activities. We want to close this semester with high academic achievement and no behavioral issues so we can begin the new semester on January 7, 2025 focused on learning.
Friday, December 20, 2024 will be a half day of school. Please check our website for dismissal times at each location.
Thank You for your continued support as we work together to prepare every student for success!
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, Superintendent Jessica Williams hosted the 2nd CCSD Parent Forum. Mrs. Williams greeted the attendees with a warm welcome and shared some exciting information about our school report cards and the State Superintendent Ellen Weaver speaking at our special school report card recognition ceremony. A light meal was provided for participants to enjoy as the meeting started. Each participant had the opportunity to share a positive event and an improvement wish(concern) that they experienced in the district since the last parent forum in September. The parent forum collaborated to create a plan to promote the positive things happening in the Colleton County School District.They plan to spread the word about the great things happening at our schools & in the district and use #CCSDOntheMove to draw attention to the district on Social Media platforms. They ended the meeting with an action plan in place and a challenge to bring a friend to join the next parent forum.
On Thursday evening, December 5, 2024, the Colleton County School District Office of Exceptional Learning held “The Parent Informational Workshop”. The Office of Exceptional Learning collaborated with South Carolina Family Connections in an attempt to provide an informational workshop for exceptional learners' families. The focus was: Understanding Your Child’s IEP; Have questions about navigating special education services?; and Are you looking to connect with other parents of a child with a disability? Family Connection of South Carolina was prepared to provide an overview of resources and services for families of children with disabilities and/or specific healthcare needs, including information on education services and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Refreshments were provided. Thank you to the Office of Exceptional Learning and South Carolina Family Connections for planning such an informational workshop for our parents.
#CCSDOntheMove
CCSD Robotics K-8 will host the Ace Basin Regional Qualifier on December 21, 2024 at CCMS from 7 am -3pm, We are looking for volunteers to help, anyone interested can contact Ed Williams at CCMS xt 22207. Please come and support these young aspiring Robotics Engineers. The High School Robotics team will showcase their robots.
#CCSDOntheMove
The 2024 Flu Vaccine Clinics for students have been scheduled at all schools. All information can be found at: https://www.colleton.k12.sc.us/documents.
Mark your calendars!! The Colleton County School District Spelling Bee Competition will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. at the Performing Arts Center located at 150 Cougar Nation Drive, Walterboro, SC.
NJROTC will be having their Annual Military Inspection on 10 Dec 2024. Guests are asked to be seated in the main gym at CCHS by 10:30 am. Please mark your calendars & plan to support the young men & women of the CCHS NJROTC!
Mark your calendars!! You do not want to miss this event!! "CCSD Title I Parent & Family Engagement Program & Genesis Health Care. Inc. Presents...
Cocoa & Mittens Holiday Drop-In!!! "
Colleton County School District would like to wish all of our school families & supporters a very "Happy Thanksgiving!" Please enjoy time with family & friends.
Today, we celebate the hardworking education support professionals that provide such tremendous skills and dedication to their jobs & our students. Colleton County School District would not be able to run without the support of these awesome individuals.
It is "American Education Week 2024" and we want to take a moment to celebrate all of our wonderful faculty & staff memebers. Colleton County School District is thankful for the fantastic work you do every day!
On Friday, November 15, 2024, Colleton County School District welcomed newly elected school board members, Roman Cunningham, Glenn Nixon, Sharon Witkin, & Charles Murdaugh. The swearing in ceremony was held at 3:00 P.M. at the Colleton County School District Board Room with Clerk of Court Patricia Grant officiating. We look forward to their leadership & support.
Updated Statement for November 13, 2024
Upon further investigation of the student incident that took place on November 13, 2024, at Colleton County High School, the administration in collaboration with the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office has determined that the actions of both students reached the level of assault and battery rather than inappropriate horseplay as initially reported by the students involved to the administration. Charges for both students are pending through the Sheriff’s Office. In addition to charges pending by CCSO, the Colleton County School District will be pursuing appropriate disciplinary actions against the students to include but not limited to expulsion pending a disciplinary hearing. The disciplinary steps are in line with the District’s Student Code of Conduct.
Greetings, Colleton County School District Families & Staff,
On the afternoon of November 13, 2024 at Colleton County High School, two students were involved in horseplay in a class that resulted in one student being cut by a pair of scissors held by the other student. Administration has investigated the disciplinary matter and has not found malicious intent on the other student’s behalf.
The school district, as well as our high school administrative team, take all disciplinary matters seriously and implement immediate actions to resolve student incidents following the Student Code of Conduct.
Exceptional Learners Parent Informational Workshop
Colleton County School District Office of Exceptionalonal Learning will be collaboratingng with South Carolina Family Connections in an informational workshop for Exceptionalonal Learners' families. The focus will be: *Understanding Your Child’s IEP*
*Have questions about navigating special education services?*
*Looking to connect with other parents of a child with a disability?*
This session is for you! Join Family Connection of South Carolina for an overview of resources and services for families of children with disabilities and/or specific healthcare needs, including information on education services and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Lincoln Tech’s presentation to several of Colleton County High School’s Juniors and Seniors was conducted on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 in Ms. Herndon’s business classes. Ms. Audrey Phelan was the presenter and she shared the history of Lincoln Tech, shared some reality situations with our Juniors and Seniors such as budgeting, and helped the students realize that some expenses increase with “fun” things. Mr. Edward Myers and Mr. Jacob Flangan with Lincoln Tech accompanied Ms. Phelan as well.
Lincoln Tech is a “hands-on” training school and will help create job security. Lincoln Tech is career specific and training is shorter in length. Are you what we are looking for? was asked by Audrey. Well, ask yourself these questions: Are you a hands-on learner? Are you looking for a career not just a job? Are you passionate about what you do? There are scholarships available, they are located in GA and Tenn, and if you are interested in applying, contact Audrey Phelan at aphelan@lincolntech.edu. You may also research the school at www.lincolntech.edu.
Ms. Footman thanks Ms. Herndon and her business students for allowing this presentation to come to their classes.
November 7, 2024 will be a night to remember. The "Colleton County School District Is On The Move" Celebration was fantastic. It was held at the CCHS Performing Arts Center. State Superintendent Ellen Weaver attended to help us celebrate our improved SC Report Card ratings. Mayor Bill Young, Councilman Steve Murdaugh, & Councilman & TCL representative Phillip Taylor also celebrated all of our schools' successes & progress. Thank you to everyone that made this event so wonderful. The District TurnAround Team & District Office Staff did a wonderful job creating a night to be remembered.
#COLLETONCOUNTYSCHOOLDISTRICTISONTHEMOVE!
#THERE'SNOSTOPPINGUSNOW!
#CCSDFORWARDTHINKING!
Congratulations to Colleton County High School's Fall 2024 CNA class as they finished their 40 hour clinical rotation at our local Veterans Victory Home this week. Over the next few weeks, they will be preparing to take their certification exam. Let’s give them a 👏🏻 and wish them luck in the upcoming weeks!
Today the District Office & Interim Assistant Superintendent Dr. Cordelia Jenkins celebrated Forest Hills Elementary’s faculty & staff for their hard work & dedication. They improved their SC Report Card rating by 8 points! Though Superintendent Jessica Williams was unable to attend the celebration, she sent a personal video message. Forest Hills Elementary, keep up the great work!!!
Dear Community,
At the Colleton County School District, we truly value the feedback from our students, parents, and the community. To ensure everyone’s voice is heard, we will be hosting food tastings across the district for our students. The most popular items, as determined by your votes, will be incorporated into our menu cycle. We also encourage parents and caregivers to share their thoughts. Please scan the QR code below to participate in our questionnaire. Our third tasting of this school year will be held during the upcoming Cocoa and Mittens Holiday Drop-In event on December 19, 2024. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback!
Warm regards,
Kristina Wallace, M.Ed. Director of Student Nutrition
