Every 1 Voice Matters, A Second Chance Resource Center, DD4, Dorchester Sheriff Office & Dorchester County Fire Department Presents Christmas at DD4. Come join the fun at Woodland High School on December 21st from 12pm - 3pm. Limited Bikes, Toys & Coats will be given away. Community Partners and Resources will be available as well as GAME TRUCKS, SKATING, JUMP CASTLES and MORE! Scan the QR Code to register or click here https://forms.gle/AqvRp1e4QxgyWcD86.
For more information contact Tamara Smalls Rolack (843) 563-5956 or email tsmalls@dd4.k12.sc.us.
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.
Today, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible work of our school psychologists!
School psychologists are like detectives, working to figure out a student’s path to success. On the surface, they help students struggling academically, but there are nine additional domains of being a school psychologist. School psychologists use their knowledge of behavior, learning, and mental health to support students in achieving emotional, behavioral, social, and academic success. School psychologists collaborate with educators, parents, administrators, and other experts to establish secure, wholesome, and encouraging learning environments that improve ties between the community, school, and home. School psychologists assist in comprehending and resolving both short-term and long-term difficulties that students may encounter. They are a highly skilled and ready resource in the effort to ensure that all students thrive in school, at home, and in life.
Thank you to our devoted school psychologists for helping our students find their way to success and ensuring every student has the support they need to thrive. Let’s show our appreciation for these champions of student success! #EveryStudentThrives #DD4Proud #SchoolPsychologist
Penalty Shots vs. Ravens
Dynamo vs. Giants*
Spotlight on Professional Growth!
This month, our Educator's Academy, led by Mrs. Catherine Yates, Coordinator of Teacher Effectiveness, had the privilege of hosting a visit from the Teacher Forum! The Forum brought energy and enthusiasm, engaging our educators with insightful questions and thought-provoking discussions. It was a fantastic opportunity for Academy participants to learn, share, and reflect on best practices.
Thank you to the Teacher Forum for fostering such an enriching experience! We’re so proud to support our educators as they continue to grow and excel. #EducatorsAcademy #TeacherExcellence #LifelongLearning #Dorchester4
Soccer schedule for tonight.
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.
🌟 Celebrating Success at Woodland Middle School! 🌟
This week, Principal Kennedy and Assistant Principal Busby celebrated students who are meeting their i-Ready expectations by rewarding them with fresh popcorn during lunch! 🎉🍿
At Woodland Middle, our students are working hard to stay on track and achieve their goals with i-Ready, an online program for reading and math that personalizes learning to help each student grow. To meet the weekly expectations, students must:
1. Complete at least 2 math and 2 reading lessons successfully 📚✏️
2. Stay on task Monday - Thursday ✅
3. Reach at least 45 minutes in each subject 🕒
i-Ready’s powerful tools enable our teachers to understand each student's needs and support their growth. We are so proud of our students’ hard work and commitment to excellence! 👏 Let’s keep up the great work, Wolves! 🐺💪 #WoodlandPride #iReady #StudentSuccess
🇺🇸 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.
🌞 This Wednesday morning, we enjoyed a refreshing start to the day by joining Ms. Leonard’s Agricultural Science & Technology class for a fun, active lesson on the FFA Creed. Students stood in a circle on the lawn, tossing a ball around, each adding one word to the creed as it was passed to them. This hands-on approach helped them master the creed’s powerful words through teamwork and movement.
The FFA Creed expresses a deep belief in agriculture’s future—a commitment to hard work, leadership, and integrity. It emphasizes the importance of community, self-reliance, and finding happiness in honest labor. Watching these students connect with these values in such a creative way was truly inspiring. Great job, Ms. Leonard and class! 🌱💪🌾 #FutureFarmers #FFA @Woodland FFA @woodlandhighsc @Woodland High School
Don't forget about this event happening tonight! Digital Literacy Family Night at the Dorchester County Library from 6pm - 7:30pm.
Exciting news! The 2nd Quarter Family & Parent Engagement Newsletter is here! Stay updated on upcoming events, resources, and ways to stay involved in your child’s education.
For any questions, reach out to Mrs. Chaquilla Green at cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us or call the Office of Federal Programs at (843) 563-5923.
Let’s keep making a difference together! 🏫✨
You can see more newsletters on our DD4 website here https://www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us/page/federal-programs
#FamilyEngagement #DD4
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!
🌟 Dorchester District 4's Office of Federal Programs and School Leaders Attend the 57th Annual SCATA Conference 🌟
A little over a week ago, our dedicated DD4 team, including Dr. Jackson, Mrs. Green, Ms. Riley, Principal Wolfgang, AP Sibert, AP Busby, AP Hartzog, and Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Tricia Delice, attended the South Carolina Association of Title I Administrators (SCATA) Annual Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC.
With this year’s theme, "Title I – Changing the Game in South Carolina", the conference focused on connecting educators across districts, sharing effective programs, and enhancing strategies to support priority students. Our DD4 team engaged in collaborative breakout sessions with leaders from across the state, discussing proven strategies for success in Title I schools and learning about the latest federal policy updates from SCDE officials
Together, we’re committed to fostering success and opportunities for every student in our district! ✨ #DD4Proud #SCATA2024 #TitleI
Reminder! No School on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5th. We will resume normal operations Wednesday, November 6th. #electionday
📚✨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
Thank you to everyone who made it out to our very first Dorchester School District 4 Superintendent Town Hall! We were thrilled to see so many engaged community members come together to connect and participate in this important conversation.
Mr. Beckwith addressed four submitted questions and answered two additional questions from the audience during the Q&A portion. Your voices truly matter, and we’re grateful for the thoughtful questions that sparked tonight’s discussion.
Stay tuned to our social media channels and district website for updates on our next Town Hall. We look forward to building on this momentum and fostering even stronger community connections! #DD4TownHall #CommunityFirst #Transparency
