Woodland Middle School

Woodland Middle School will close at 12:00 PM tomorrow, Friday, June 5th.

Beginning Monday, June 8, the school office will operate on summer hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

7 days ago, DD4 Communications

📋 Returning Student Registration is Coming Soon!

Parents, keep an eye on your inbox! You will soon receive an Account Confirmation Email from FinalForms.

Here is what to do when it arrives:

Open the email and click CONFIRM YOUR ACCOUNT
Create your FinalForms password and click CONFIRM ACCOUNT
Log in at https://dorchesterfour-sc.finalforms.com/
Click INCOMPLETE FORMS for each student and complete all required forms
Sign your full name in the parent signature field on each form and click SUBMIT FORM
Before you sit down to register, have this information handy:

Basic medical history and health information
Insurance company and policy number
Doctor, dentist, and specialist contact information
Hospital preference and contact information
Once all forms are submitted, you will see a "Forms Finished" confirmation. Need to add another student? Just click MY STUDENTS and repeat the process.

The emails will be sent the week of June 8, 2026.

Questions? Email us at info@dd4.k12.sc.us

📋 ¡La inscripción de estudiantes que regresan comenzará pronto!

Padres y tutores, ¡estén atentos a su correo electrónico! Pronto recibirán un correo de Confirmación de Cuenta de FinalForms.

Esto es lo que deben hacer cuando lo reciban:

• Abra el correo electrónico y haga clic en CONFIRM YOUR ACCOUNT (CONFIRMAR SU CUENTA).
• Cree su contraseña de FinalForms y haga clic en CONFIRM ACCOUNT (CONFIRMAR CUENTA).
• Inicie sesión en https://dorchesterfour-sc.finalforms.com/
• Haga clic en INCOMPLETE FORMS (FORMULARIOS INCOMPLETOS) para cada estudiante y complete todos los formularios requeridos.
• Escriba su nombre completo en el campo de firma del padre/tutor en cada formulario y haga clic en SUBMIT FORM (ENVIAR FORMULARIO).

Antes de comenzar el proceso de inscripción, tenga esta información disponible:

• Historial médico básico e información de salud
• Compañía de seguros y número de póliza
• Información de contacto de médicos, dentistas y especialistas
• Hospital de preferencia e información de contacto

Una vez que todos los formularios hayan sido enviados, verá una confirmación que dice "Forms Finished" (Formularios Completados).

¿Necesita agregar otro estudiante? Simplemente haga clic en MY STUDENTS (MIS ESTUDIANTES) y repita el proceso.

Los correos electrónicos se enviarán durante la semana del 8 de junio de 2026.

¿Tiene preguntas? Envíenos un correo electrónico a info@dd4.k12.sc.us.

7 days ago, DD4 Communications

All Dorchester School District Four schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

Todas las escuelas y oficinas del Distrito Escolar Dorchester Cuatro estarán cerradas el lunes 25 de mayo de 2026 en observancia del Día de los Caídos.

22 days ago, DD4 Communications

The May Early Childhood Newsletters are now available.
https://tinyurl.com/9ay7pf35

24 days ago, DD4 Communications

The Unified Track meet that was scheduled for this evening has been postponed until Monday, May 4th due to weather.

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications

Promotional graphic for the Lower State Championship Unified Track and Field event on a green background, now marked with a large red stamp reading “POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 4TH.” Original event details remain visible: May 1, 2026, 5 PM, Fort Dorchester High School, $5 at the gate, with Special Olympics Unified Sports branding.

DD4 Bingo & Disney Trivia Night!

Join us for an informative and fun family night April 30th at 6pm!
Pizza will be provided for participants, so don't forget to REGISTER!

about 2 months ago, WMS

Reminder: Dorchester School District Four will operate on an early release schedule on Wednesday, April 22.
Dismissal times: • Elementary Schools – 12:15 PM • Middle and High Schools – 1:40 PM

Recordatorio: El Distrito Escolar Dorchester Cuatro operará en un horario de salida temprana el miércoles 22 de abril.

Horarios de salida: • Escuelas primarias – 12:15 PM • Escuelas intermedias y secundarias – 1:40 PM

about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications

Dorchester School District Four flyer reminding families of an Early Release Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Dismissal times: Elementary at 12:15 PM, Middle and High at 1:40 PM.

Dorchester School District Four is encouraging all parents and guardians to participate in the 2026 Parent and Guardian School Climate Survey, sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE). You have until April 17, 2026 to complete the survey.

This anonymous survey is a powerful way to shape the future of education in our community. Your honest feedback helps our schools understand what's working, where we can improve, and how to better support our students and families. Results are factored into each school's annual report card and play a direct role in decisions made at the school, district, and state levels.

Every response counts! Thank you for taking a few moments to invest in our students' success!

How to Access the Survey
Parents and guardians of K–12 students can complete the survey through the PowerSchool Parent Portal:

Website Access to PowerSchool Parent Portal
1. Visit: https://dorchester4.powerschool.com/public/
2. Log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
3. Select Forms from the menu.
4. Click on “2026 Parent and Guardian School Climate Survey.”
5. Complete the survey and click "Submit". 

Mobile App Access to PowerSchool Parent Portal
1. Log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
2. Click on “More”.
3. Select Forms from the menu.
4. Click on “2026 Parent and Guardian School Climate Survey.”
5. Complete the survey and click "Submit”.

If you experience any trouble accessing the PowerSchool Parent Portal, don't hesitate to reach out to your child's school.

Parents and guardians may complete one survey per enrolled student, with each survey taking around 10 to 15 minutes of your time.

We truly appreciate your willingness to share your thoughts and experiences. When families and schools work hand in hand, amazing things happen for our kids. Together, we can continue to grow, improve, and create an environment where every DD4 student has the opportunity to thrive.

For further instructions click here: https://aptg.co/rLm-Qk

about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications

Dorchester School District Four is piloting a new transportation resource for parents and guardians, My Ride K-12. This free app allows you to track your student's bus, view routes and stop times, and receive updates about schedule changes.

Visit our transportation page for instructions on how to download and use the app: https://www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us/o/dsdf/page/my-ride-k-12

Questions? Contact the Transportation Department at (843) 636-5001.

2 months ago, DD4 Communications

History Made! Congratulations to the Woodland Middle School- DD4 Concert Band and their director, Ms. Yolanda Bennett!

Today they received a rating of EXCELLENT at the South Carolina Band Director's Association Concert Performance Assessment.

This marks the highest rating the WMS Band has received at this event. All the hard work and dedication has paid off!

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Woodland Middle School concert band members and director Ms. Yolanda Bennett pose together outside in front of the school building and palm trees. The group is dressed in black performance attire, with one student holding the award plaque at the center.

Woodland Middle School concert band performs on stage in a concert hall, dressed in black attire, seated in sections with instruments including flutes, clarinets, trumpets, trombones, and percussion. The band is led by director Ms. Yolanda Bennett, who stands on a podium conducting in front of the group, with wooden acoustic panels behind them and stage microphones set up.

Ms. Yolanda Bennett stands outside near a brick wall, smiling while holding a plaque that reads “South Carolina Band Directors Association Award of Excellent” for Concert Performance Assessment. She is wearing glasses and a black outfit with a gray cardigan.

🌸 Spring Break Reminder 🌸

Dorchester School District Four schools and offices will be closed March 30 – April 3 for Spring Break.
Staff return Monday, April 6 for a Teacher Work Day (no students).
Students return Tuesday, April 7.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful break!

🌸 Recordatorio de Vacaciones de Primavera 🌸
Las escuelas y oficinas de Dorchester School District Four estarán cerradas del 30 de marzo al 3 de abril por las Vacaciones de Primavera.
El personal regresa el lunes 6 de abril para un día de trabajo para maestros (sin estudiantes). Los estudiantes regresan el martes 7 de abril.
¡Esperamos que todos disfruten de un descanso seguro y reparador!

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Graphic announcing Dorchester School District Four Spring Break. Green background with pink blossoms and tropical leaves. Text reads: “Spring Break – March 30 to April 3. All schools and offices will be closed. Teachers return Monday, April 6 for a teacher workday (no students). Students return Tuesday, April 7.”

Today is the last chance to register!

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Can't ride the bus? You can still attend the recruitment event at CHES, interview and complete an application.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.

Students in Ms. Jazmyne Smith’s 7th grade ELA class at Woodland Middle School recently finished reading A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. To wrap up the unit, students created character analysis projects focused on Nya and Salva.

Each student broke down the characters by looking at their strengths, challenges, beliefs, and what motivated them throughout the story.

The projects helped students think more deeply about how the characters changed and what they went through.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Teacher stands in the classroom smiling while holding the book A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, which students are studying for a character analysis activity.

A student sits at a desk concentrating while writing and coloring on a character analysis worksheet about Nya from A Long Walk to Water. Scissors and paper strips sit beside the project.

Ms. Smith stands with students at a table as they review and discuss their completed character analysis pages based on the novel A Long Walk to Water.

Close-up of a student’s completed character analysis illustration of Salva from A Long Walk to Water, showing labeled sections about strengths, values, and important traits.

Character analysis worksheet featuring Nya from A Long Walk to Water, with drawings and written notes about her personality, challenges, and beliefs.

Students sit at a table reading and reviewing their printed character analysis pages during the activity.

A group of students gather around a table comparing their character analysis work from A Long Walk to Water while discussing the story.

A student carefully cuts out sections of a character analysis worksheet while the teacher assists in the background.

A completed character analysis poster of Nya from A Long Walk to Water spread across a desk with colored pencil drawings and written responses about the character.

Last night at the DD4 School Board meeting, the Board approved to make May 29th a full day for students. This is due to school being canceled on March 16 as a result of weather conditions.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Mrs. Chaquilla Green, DD4 Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator, and the administration of Woodland Middle School collaborated to host the Rising 6th Grade Parent Open House. During the event, parents and students received helpful information about the transition from elementary school to middle school and what to expect as new WMS Wolves.

After gathering in the cafeteria for an overview, future students and their families had the opportunity to tour the building, explore key areas of the school, and begin getting comfortable in their new environment. It was a great opportunity to build excitement and ensure families feel prepared for a successful start at Woodland Middle School.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Two students sit at a cafeteria table with snacks and water bottles, smiling as they participate in the Rising 6th Grade Parent Open House.

Parents and students sit together at cafeteria tables, listening attentively during an informational session about transitioning to Woodland Middle School.

Two students sit in a technology lab at Woodland Middle School, using desktop computers with multiple monitors mounted on the wall, as they explore digital tools during the Rising 6th Grade Parent Open House.

A family poses together inside the school library, smiling during the Rising 6th Grade Parent Open House as they prepare for the upcoming school year.

Parents and students sit at tables in the cafeteria while listening to a presentation, with informational materials and drinks placed in front of them.

A parent and child sit together at a table, smiling and embracing during the event, with Woodland Middle School materials visible nearby.

A family of three sits together at a cafeteria table, smiling for the camera with refreshments and event information in front of them.

Spring bus evacuation drills are coming up across DD4. Take a look at your school’s date and make sure students are ready.

On drill day, please have children wear appropriate clothing that allows them to SIT & SCOOT safely during the evacuation practice.

All drills begin at 9:30 AM unless otherwise noted.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Students in Mrs. Weather’s ProTeam class at Woodland Middle School recently welcomed a special guest, Meredith Dantzler, Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs for CERRA. Dantzler spoke with students about their futures and walked them through several real-world scenarios where they had to decide what type of leader the situation needed, such as a problem solver, encourager, peacemaker, organizer, motivator, or creative thinker.

The activity pushed students to think through how they would respond in different situations and the kind of leadership they want to show moving forward.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Group photo of Mrs. Weather’s ProTeam students and visiting speaker standing together in the Woodland Middle School library.

Close-up of a handmade student pendant displayed on a table, created as part of a project about personal goals and future aspirations.

Guest speaker stands at the front of the Woodland Middle School library speaking with students during the ProTeam leadership session.

Students sit at tables in the library listening attentively as the speaker discusses leadership and future opportunities.

Student raises his hand to participate in the leadership discussion during the ProTeam class.

Student raises her hand to respond to a question during the leadership activity in the library.

Mrs. Weather sits at a table listening while students participate in the leadership presentation.

Students stand together in the library during the ProTeam class activity and discussion.

Two students stand near the bookshelves listening to the speaker during the ProTeam leadership session in the Woodland Middle School library.

Out of an abundance of caution, Dorchester School District Four will be closed on Monday, March 16 due to the risk of high winds and severe storms expected to move through our area late Monday morning into the early afternoon. All afterschool activities are also canceled. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we encourage everyone to stay safe as the weather moves through our community. We apologize for the late notice, as we wanted to gather as much information as possible before making this decision. We appreciate your understanding.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Can't ride the bus? You can still attend the recruitment event at CHES, interview and complete an application.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Track and field season is underway at Woodland High School.

The Wolverines hosted their first home meet of the season this past Saturday, welcoming athletes from across the region for a full day of competition on the track and in the field events. From sprints and relays to pole vault, javelin, and jumps, WHS athletes opened the season with strong performances and great energy in front of the home crowd.

Photo credit: Pollyanna Rice, Woodland High School student.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications

Woodland High School athlete prepares to throw the javelin on the track runway during a track and field meet.

Woodland High School athlete clears the bar during a pole vault attempt while teammates watch from near the landing mat.

Woodland High School girls track athletes pose together on the podium with medals after competing in events at the track meet.

Two Woodland High School runners exchange the baton during a relay race on the track

Three Woodland High School girls track athletes stand together and smile beside the field during the meet.

Woodland High School sprinter crouches in the starting blocks on the track preparing for the start of a race.

Woodland High School athlete walks along the track preparing for her event while a bus and fencing appear in the background.

Woodland High School runner sprints down the track during a race as spectators watch from the stands.

Woodland High School pole vaulter clears the bar while landing toward the mat during competition.