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The Dorchester School District 4 Back2School Bash/National Night Out has been rescheduled for TOMORROW from 4pm-8pm at Davis-Bailey Park in St. George. School supplies will be distributed from 4pm-6pm. #dd4family
Dorchester School District 4 Community
Dorchester School District 4 will return to normal operations tomorrow, Monday, September 30th. We understand that some families may still be facing challenges from Hurricane Helene. If it is not safe for your student to return or if you are dealing with power outages or property damage, please reach out to your school principal when you can. They will be empathetic to your situation and accommodate as much as possible.
Your safety remains our top priority. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
WMES and DD4 wanted to remind parents that Students are not allowed to be dropped off at Indian Field, Shady Grove, or St. Paul Campgrounds especially during camp meeting time.
Shopping on a budget!
Join us for a FREE, interactive class as we discuss:
*Reading nutrition facts labels
*Using unit prices
*Reviewing ways to incorporate fresh, frozen and canned fruits and vegetables into meals.
*Identifying whole grains
*And more!
Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at Woodland Middle School
4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sign up by using the QR code or call (843) 563-5923. You may also email Chaquilla Green at cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us
Receive a $10 gift card that will be provided by the Lowcountry Food Bank
We are so proud of our Pawsitively the Best Staff. Here is a picture of our current grade level teachers. Part 2 will be available soon.
We would like to invite you to join us for our Elementary School Soccer Matchups. Please see the picture below for more information. All Games will be held at Woodland High School and If you have questions about the Games, scheduling, or equipment (Shin Guards, Shirts, etc..) please reach out to Tydles Sibert (tsibert@dd4.k12.sc.us) or Wylie McCall (wmccall@dd4.k12.sc.us). If you have questions about practices please reach out to your child's coach.
Due to the approaching storm and our dedication to everyone's safety, the Pizza and Bingo event scheduled for this evening has been postponed. We will announce a new date soon and share the details as quickly as possible. Stay safe, DD4!
After meeting with our safety team and local officials, Dorchester School District 4 will cancel all after-school activities today, Thursday, September 26th, and will move to an E-Learning Day on Friday, September 27th.
This decision was made based on the projected forecast of rain overnight in addition to sustained winds and potential wind gusts in the early morning hours from Hurricane Helene.
Schools will be reaching out with e-learning instructions.
Your safety remains our foremost concern. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
On October 1st we will be celebrating Pink Out Day in Memory of Mrs. Beth McMillan who we lost last school year due to Breast Cancer. We are also asking everyone to please contribute $1 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. For more information please contact Mrs. Britt
The Dorchester School District 4 Back2School Bash/National Night Out has been rescheduled for October 1st from 4pm-8pm at Davis-Bailey Park in St. George. School supplies will be distributed from 4pm-6pm. #dd4family
We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt congratulations to the talented 5th graders who have made it into the WMES Tiger Town Chorus! This is a remarkable achievement that showcases your hard work, dedication, and passion for music.
Joining the Tiger Town Chorus is no small feat. It takes courage to audition, and each of you has demonstrated incredible talent and enthusiasm. Whether you were belting out your favorite tunes or harmonizing beautifully with your peers, your commitment has truly shone through.
Why Chorus Matters
Being a part of the chorus isn’t just about singing; it’s about teamwork, creativity, and building lifelong friendships. You’ll have the opportunity to explore different styles of music, perform for your school community, and express yourselves in ways that are both exciting and meaningful. Plus, think of all the fun rehearsals and performances that await you!
Congratulations once again to our incredible 5th graders! Your hard work has paid off, and we’re so proud of each of you. Here’s to a fantastic year filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable memories!
Let’s go, WMES Tiger Town Chorus! 🎶🐾
For Immediate Release
We will be having our School Pictures on Tuesday October 8th. Please see the information below regarding this
💻 Happy National I.T. Professionals Day! 📱
Today, we want to give a special shoutout to our amazing I.T. team here at Dorchester School District 4: Elijah DeLee, Andreana Allen, Charlotte Calloway, Brantley Dantzler, Jeff Dantzler, and Daryl Erwin! Your dedication and hard work keep everything running smoothly, and we appreciate all that you do. Thank you for your tireless efforts! #ITProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #techheroes
Students will be able to get their Flu Shots on Tuesday October 29th at WMES. If you have any other questions please view the flyer(s) below for more information. If you have any questions please contact Nurse Peters.
Neighbor Choice Mobile Pantry Food Distribution.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 3pm-5pm.
St. George Middle School
600 Minus Street, St. George, SC 29466
Food will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, until supplies are depleted.
This is a NO COST event. Please bring your own bags. www.lowcountryfoodbank.org
Join us for an informative and fun-filled event!
We will provide information to help you support your child, play bingo, and eat pizza on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Woodland Middle School, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437 at 6:00pm.
Prizes will be given. Please RSVP by returning the bottom of this form to your child’s school or scan the QR code no later than Thursday, September 19, 2024. All DD4 school families are invited to attend.
DD4 Elementary School Soccer Program
Interested in your son or daughter playing soccer this Fall? Well here’s your chance. Dorchester School District Four will be hosting their very own soccer program this school year during the months of October and November and it will be available to all students across our school district in grades 1st through 5th.
Things to know about the program:
Registration to play will be $20.00. This fee pays for a team shirt and a set of shin guards (shin guards will be required to be worn during all games).
Students will be placed on a team at their school, and all teams will be coed. Coaches will consist of teachers, staff members, administrators, parents, and/or volunteers from your child’s school.
All students will play at least six games which will take place on Wednesday or Thursdays starting at 6:00 P.M. All games will take place at Woodland High School’s stadium.
There will be a playoff the last week of the season.
Practices will take place once a week immediately after school. The day of the week for practice will be based on the coach’s schedule.
Students will be expected to demonstrate positive school behavior in order to participate.
Students must be present at school on the day of a game or practice in order to play that day.
There will be no games or practices on the weekends.
The primary purpose of this program is simple:
Bring our schools and communities together in a fun and exciting way.
Keep students active in an organized sport.
Teach students the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
Develop a feeder program for our soccer program at Woodland H.S.
If interested, please complete the registration form on page two and submit it to your child’s school with the $20.00 registration fee by Friday, September 13, 2024.
Click here for the registration form https://5il.co/2waxo
Check out all the amazing resources DD4 has available for our community through our Federal Programs Department. Here is here is the first newsletter of the year from Parent and Family Engagement. https://tinyurl.com/yc5nnhzm
