
Dorchester School District 4 schools and offices will be closed from Monday, November 25th, through Friday, November 29th for Thanksgiving Break.
Classes and regular operations will resume on Monday, December 2nd.
We wish all of our students, staff, and families a safe and joyful holiday. Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy your loved ones.


Congratulations to our November Feature Teacher (Mrs. Rachel Nanney) and our Star Staff (Ms. Catherine Hezekiah).



The November newsletter for the Elementary and Early Childhood Parent institute is now available please visit https://tinyurl.com/parentinstitutenovember to view or scan the QR Code below


📣 Attention Williams Memorial Elementary Families!
Join us for our upcoming School Improvement Council (SIC) Meeting:
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: PLC Room
Your voice matters! Let’s come together to discuss ideas and initiatives to make our school the best it can be. We hope to see you there!
#SICMeeting #WilliamsMemorialElementary #CommunityMatters


📸 Make-Up Picture Day is Almost Here! 📸
Missed the first round? Don’t worry! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 19th and get ready to smile and celebrate at Williams Memorial Elementary School!
Let’s capture those amazing moments together! 🌟
#PictureDay #WilliamsMemorialElementary #SayCheese


🎉 Raffle Alert! Support WHS Teacher Scholarships! 🎉
We're holding a fundraiser to support WHS Teacher Scholarships, and you can win a $50 Walmart Gift Card!
🎟️ Tickets:
1 Ticket for $1.00
6 Tickets for $5.00
📅 Drawing Date: December 12, 2024
📍 Location: Winter Carnival
Sponsored by the WMES Teacher Forum, tickets will be available for purchase at Literacy Night and the Winter Carnival. Don’t miss your chance to support a great cause and win a Walmart gift card!
For more information please contact Penny Buckley at pbuckley@dd4.k12.sc.us


Penalty Shots vs. Ravens
Dynamo vs. Giants*


The Scholastic Book Fair is coming next week! SAVE THE DATE for November 18th-22nd, 2024 and get ready to empower your reader with book choice. Start exploring together: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/williamsmemorial #ScholasticBookFairs


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.


Join us for WMES Literacy Night on November 21st from 5–7 PM! This event, hosted by the Parent Involvement Committee, will be packed with family-friendly fun, including 10 activities, our Annual Scholastic Book Fair, and contests. There’s also a Silent Auction featuring exclusive items like VIP car rider tags and event snack passes, along with chances to win free books, materials, prizes, and snacks. Concessions will be available (cash only). Don’t miss this exciting evening celebrating literacy at Williams Memorial Elementary! 📚


The soccer playoff schedule is now available on our Website and on our Facebook Page. 1st and 2nd Grade will have their final game(s) on Monday November 11th. Please reach out to your students coach with any questions that you may have.


WMES FUNDRAISING EVENT
If you don’t know any WMES students but still want to join in on the fun, no problem! You can still make a difference by visiting the link below:
https://www.shopfund.com/shop?t=gs&sid=2727545

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.


📢 WMES Career Week Announcement! 📢
Get ready to celebrate WMES Career Week from November 11–15, 2024! Each day, students are encouraged to dress up according to the day's theme to explore career readiness and raise awareness. Here's what we have planned:
🔹 Monday: "Preparing for Duty!"
Wear your camo or red, white, and blue.
🔹 Tuesday: "Running Into Your Future!"
Wear joggers or a sweat suit.
🔹 Wednesday: "My Future is Bright"
Wear bright or neon colors.
🔹 Thursday: National Diabetes Awareness Day
Wear blue to show support.
🔹 Friday: "Striving for Success - School Spirit Day"
Wear WMES school colors to show your spirit!
Let’s make this a fun and inspiring week to celebrate our future careers and ambitions! 🎉


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.


Congratulations to our October Feature Teacher (Ms. Kory Montjoy) and our Star Staff (Ms. Sherrelle Infinger).



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!


Hey WMES Family & Friends!
Exciting news! Yesterday , packets went home with the amazing students of Williams Memorial Elementary, and we need YOUR support! 🎉 Let's rally together—find a neighbor, church member, or the child of a friend or community member, and check out their fantastic catalog.
If you don’t know any WMES students but still want to join in on the fun, no problem! You can still make a difference by visiting the link below:
https://www.shopfund.com/shop?t=gs&sid=2727545
Every order counts and makes a huge impact! With over 800 super cool items to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Let’s show our support and make this a fantastic success! Thank you! 💖
This will remain open until November 10th. For More information please contact Casey Britt (CaseyByrd@dd4.k12.sc.us)
