Woodland Middle School’s very own John Donato took home the top prize at the Spellbound Spelling Bee on Thursday night in Goose Creek! Competing against 30 other finalists from across the Lowcountry, John stood out with his sharp focus and impressive spelling skills. With this big win, John will now advance to the National Competition in May, representing not just his school but the entire region. Way to go, John – we’re so proud of you! Best of luck at Nationals! 👏🐝📚 Awesome job, John!!!
Tomorrow, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, a day to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and recognize the amazing contributions of individuals with Down syndrome. 💙💛
Rock your fun socks tomorrow to show your support and help spread the message that every life is valuable, and every person deserves respect and opportunities. 🧦✨
Let’s continue to advocate, uplift, and celebrate the incredible abilities of those with Down syndrome. #WorldDownSyndromeDay #RockYourSocks #InclusionMatters
Dorchester School District Four will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM, located at the SGMS - Administrative Office BoardRoom, 600 Minus Street, St. George, SC 29477.
~Parking will be located in the back paved parking lot adjacent to the St. George Diamond Youth Baseball Will Rickborn Field.
The agenda for the meeting is listed on BoardDocs, https://go.boarddocs.com/sc/dsd4/Board.nsf/vpublic?open
Also, the meeting will be live streamed via YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDNQHJ64vKTSfEh53k6rIfQ/live
The next discussion on the consolidation of our school district will be held Monday, March 31st at 6:00 PM in the Dorchester County Council chambers in Summerville. The address is 500 N. Main Street, Summerville, SC.
Congratulations to the Dorchester School District Four March Everyday Heroes! Joni Whitlatch, D'Angela White and Melanie Smith!
Dorchester School District Four Pre-Kindergarten Enrollment
Who: All students who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025
When: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - Friday, May 23, 2025
Where: Your home school (Please contact the school to schedule an appointment).
Please Bring the Required Information:
All information must be complete before a student is accepted
Child’s State Birth Certificate
Child’s Up- To- Date Immunization Record
2 Proof of Residency (Lease or Utility Bill with Current Address
Parent/Guardian Drivers License or ID Card
Legal documents concerning Custody or Guardianship (If applicable)
Inscripción a Prejardín Infantil del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester
Quiénes: Todos los estudiantes que cumplan 4 años el 1 de septiembre de 2025 o antes
Cuándo: Del miércoles 19 de marzo de 2025 al viernes 23 de mayo de 2025
Dónde: Su escuela de origen (Comuníquese con la escuela para programar una cita).
Por favor, traiga la información requerida:
Debe completar toda la información antes de aceptar a un estudiante:
Acta de nacimiento estatal del niño/niña
Cartilla de vacunación actualizada del niño/niña
Dos comprobantes de domicilio (contrato de arrendamiento o factura de servicios públicos con dirección actual)
Licencia de conducir o tarjeta de identificación del padre/madre/tutor
Documentos legales relacionados con la custodia o tutela (si corresponde)
The Dorchester School District Four School Board of Trustees and Superintendent are asking the DD4 community to join them Monday, March 17th at 6 PM to discuss the matter of consolidation. The meeting will take place at Woodland Middle School located at 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, South Carolina.
Join DD4 as we celebrate Unified Spirit Week next week! All schools will be participating!
There were some familiar DD4 faces at the Clay Hill Elementary School Blood Drive Last week! A huge thank you to all that were able to join us. Thank you to CHES School Nurse Weathers for organizing the event.
Join Us for the Area 6 Special Olympics Spring Games & Unified Sports Day!
Families, come out and cheer on your amazing athletes as they showcase their skills and teamwork at this exciting event!
🌟 Elementary athletes and partners will compete in softball, pickleball, cheer, and track events.
🏅 Middle and High School athletes and partners will participate in a traditional Track & Field competition.
📅 Date: March 14th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Woodland High School
Please note: A clear bag policy will be in effect for this event. Only clear bags or small clutch purses will be permitted for entry.
This is a day of celebration, sportsmanship, and fun—don’t miss it! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Reminder. This Wednesday, March 12th is an Early Release.
It's been a busy few weeks for Williams Memorial Elementary Students. We were able to stop by early enough to catch a glimpse of the Student of the Month Awards. Here are a few of the winners! Congratulations to all students who were awarded, but are not pictured!
Though not everyone is pictured, Dorchester School District 4 sends a heartfelt HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all our amazing Faculty and Staff with FEBRUARY birthdays! We love and appreciate each of you and hope your special day was filled with joy and excitement! #dd4family #happybirthday
Dorchester School District 4 2025-2026 Academic Calendar
🎤✨ Hands-On Learning in DD4! 🎬🎶
At Dorchester School District 4, we know that real-world experiences are key to preparing our students for the future! 💼🚀
Last Friday, Luca Sarb, a student at Woodland Middle School- DD4 had the exciting opportunity to job shadow Mr. Seth Phillips, music teacher at Williams Memorial Elementary School, where he assisted in preparing for the Black History Month Assembly that morning. 🎥🔊 Together, they ensured the audio-visual setup was on point, making sure every presentation, video, and sound cue was perfectly timed for the event.
Experiences like these allow students to build valuable technical skills, gain confidence, and explore career paths they’re passionate about. 💡👏 A huge shoutout to Mr. Phillips for mentoring Luca and to all the DD4 staff who support student growth through hands-on learning!
#DD4CareerReady #FutureLeaders #JobShadowing #RealWorldLearning 🎶📽️
After further discussion and advice from Dorchester County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service, all Dorchester School District 4 schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5th, due to extreme weather conditions, including high winds. While canceling school is never our first choice, the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
We appreciate your understanding and will provide further information regarding the make-up day as soon as possible. No schedule changes have been made for this afternoon.
Stay safe and take care!
Dorchester School District 4 is actively monitoring the weather conditions for tomorrow Wednesday, March 5th. At this time, all schools and offices will operate on a regular schedule.
Please stay tuned to our official media outlets for the latest updates. As always, the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
🎉✨ Black History Month Celebrations Across Dorchester 4! ✨🎉
On Friday, elementary schools across Dorchester District 4 honored Black History Month with special assemblies at their respective schools! 🖤💛💚❤️
Students took center stage, sharing research projects, singing inspiring songs, showcasing creative dances, and more—all in tribute to the incredible contributions of Black leaders past and present. 🎶📚💃🏾
Each school’s celebration was unique, but the message was the same: Black history is a vital part of our past, present, and future! 🙌🏾👏🏾
📸 Share your favorite moments from the celebrations in the comments! ⬇️ #BlackHistoryMonth #WeAreDorchester4 #HonoringHistory #StudentVoices
Dorchester School District 4 would like to take a moment to thank the incredible staff in our Department of Student Services. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly every day to ensure that every student in DD4 receives the support they need. Their efforts often go unrecognized, but the impact they make is invaluable.
Dr. Britt-Stevens, Mrs. Haynes, Mrs. Bryant, and Mrs. Baptista are true pillars of our community, demonstrating an exceptional understanding of the students and families they serve. Thank you for all that you do, especially the work that goes unseen. Your dedication does not go unnoticed!
Last Thursday, our WMES Tigers enjoyed a truly special experience! Mrs. Chaquilla Green, our Coordinator of Parent and Family Engagement, and Mrs. Tricia Delice, our Coordinator of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, visited classrooms to share their favorite books celebrating Black History Month. The students’ curiosity and thoughtful questions made the day even more memorable. Moments like these highlight the power of storytelling in connecting us to our rich heritage and inspiring our future.
#BlackHistoryMonth #WMESTigers #InspiringReaders #CelebratingHeritage