Forecast:
• Monday Night–Tuesday Morning: Lows in the mid to upper 20s inland, near freezing along the coast.
• Tuesday Morning: Wind chills in the upper teens to mid-20s.
• Tuesday Night–Wednesday Morning: Another freeze possible.
Reminders:
Bus riders should dress in warm layers, coats, and gloves.
Youth Soccer:
Monday night’s DD4 Youth Soccer games remain on schedule. We’ll notify families if conditions change.
All DD4 schools and offices are expected to operate on a normal schedule. Updates will be shared through the DD4 App, text, email, callouts, website, and social media.
Stay safe and warm.















Fourth graders at Clay Hill Elementary took learning to new heights with a special visit from American Airlines flight attendant Tei Hurst! Based in Dayton, Ohio, Ms. Hurst shared her experiences working on regional flights and explained how the concepts of energy and motion helped the Wright Brothers achieve flight in 1903.
It was an exciting and inspiring way to launch Mrs. Tayler Bell’s new science unit on forms of energy! ✈️



Dorchester School District Four celebrated students with satisfactory attendance before the break, recognizing those who missed fewer than two days of school during the first quarter. These students were treated to a short cotton candy party as a fun reward for their dedication to showing up and staying engaged.
We’re proud of their commitment and encourage all students to keep up the great attendance! Let’s see even more faces at the next celebration!




Get ready for another exciting week of DD4 Youth Soccer! ⚽ Games kick off Tuesday, October 28, at Woodland High School. Check out the full schedule below for team matchups, times, and field locations. Come out and cheer on our young athletes!








Berkeley-Dorchester Head Start is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
Head Start offers families high-quality early childhood education, health and developmental screenings, nutritious meals, and support for children with special needs — all in a safe, caring environment.
Children must be 3 or 4 years old before September 1, 2025 to qualify.
Applications are taken by appointment only.
📞 Call 843-899-5048 or 843-899-5092
📠 Fax: 843-899-9206
🌐 Apply online or learn more: https://www.bcsdschools.net/Page/24283


Music teacher Mr. Mansilla is helping students find the rhythm in both sound and numbers! During a Math + Music Challenge, students used their ears and math skills to group beats into patterns of 2’s, 3’s, and 4’s. The activity combined melody and mathematics, showing how rhythm and counting go hand in hand.
It’s learning that hits all the right notes—fun, creative, and full of energy! 🎵🎶










Dorchester School District Four families,
The October Newsletters are now available on our district website.
You can view them here: https://tinyurl.com/49x72f68

As of 1:00 p.m., I-95 southbound at the St. George interchange (mile marker 77) is closed due to a hazardous material spill. Traffic is being rerouted along Highways 15 and 78, which may cause significant delays in our area.
If you have questions about transportation, please contact the Transportation Office at (843) 636-5001.

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Disturbance 94L.
At this time, Dorchester School District Four will operate on a regular schedule.
Thank you for your flexibility and ongoing support of our students.

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Disturbance 94L. Governor McMaster has declared a state of emergency as the system could strengthen into a tropical storm or hurricane approaching the Southeast early next week.
Superintendent Beckwith and our principals are prepared, and we will communicate quickly if school schedules need to be adjusted.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our students.

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.

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.










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.


⚽ 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!

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.


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.


