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.

Penalty Shots vs. Ravens Dynamo vs. Giants*

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.

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.

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!

📚✨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

We're thrilled to announce the new app for DD4! It's everything Dorchester SD, in your pocket. Download for Android https://aptg.co/qKlCq2 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/7Qh-kd

🎃 Poor Attendance is Scary! 👻 Skipping school could haunt you in more ways than one... 1️⃣ Bad Grades 2️⃣ Poor Social Development 3️⃣ Fewer College or Employment Options 4️⃣ Missed Opportunities 5️⃣ No Diploma! Don’t let poor attendance come back to haunt you!

Yesterday, all the Assistant Principals from Dorchester District 4 (DD4) schools gathered for the first DD4 Assistant Principals’ Academy at Woodland Middle School. 🌟 Hosted by Dr. Sanders and Mr. Beckwith, the event provided an opportunity for collaboration, idea-sharing, and discussion of various scenarios that Assistant Principals may encounter in their roles. Dr. Sanders highlighted the resources available to each AP, while Mr. Beckwith emphasized the importance of providing training to prepare them for future principal positions. The attendees also enjoyed lunch, fostering a relaxed environment for conversation and networking. We're proud of our APs and excited for their continued growth! 💼🍎 #DD4Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #FuturePrincipals #TeamDD4 🎉📱 Exciting News, Dorchester School District 4 Family! 📱🎉

There will a Food Giveaway at the Odyssey Educational Center - Jenkins Hill Campus on Thursday, October 10th from 11:30am - 2:00pm. This food giveaway is sponsored by The Community Resource Center along with the Lowcountry Food Bank. The address is: 145 Hill Street, Harleyville, SC 29448

Here is another great opportunity for our DD4 community. Title of Workshop: Internet Safety Presentation Audience: DD4 Parents Where: Woodland Middle School When: Thursday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/7TYvwpUcTbfGMPfg7 Contact Information: Chaquilla Green at 843-563-5923 or cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us

Please complete the form if you will be attending Pizza and Bingo Night on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an informative and fun-filled evening! We will provide information to help you support your child, play bingo, and eat pizza. RSVP no later than Friday, October 4, 2024. You may contact Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us) or Magarita Baptist (mbaptista@dd4.k12.sc.us) if you have any questions or concerns. You may also reach Mrs. Green at 843-563-5923. https://forms.gle/xP87UZrKRg6G3cJH9 Por favor complete el presente formulario si usted asistirá a la Noche de Pizza y Bingo el Martes 8 de Octubre de 2024. ¡Únase a nosotros para una noche divertida e informativa! Proporcionaremos información para ayudarle a apoyar a su hijo, jugaremos bingo y comeremos pizza. Confirme su asistencia a más tardar el Viernes 4 de Octubre de 2024 a las 6:00 pm. Puede contactar a Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us) o a Magarita Baptista (mbaptista@dd4.k12.sc.us o al 3057338422) si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud. También puede comunicarse con la Sra. Green al 843-563-5923 https://forms.gle/Y94xBrsfjzBEGSz89

Join us for a Town Hall meeting hosted by Dorchester School District 4 Superintendent Jeffrey Beckwith on Tuesday, October 29th, at 6:00 PM at Woodland Middle School. During this informative session, Mr. Beckwith will share insights on the District’s Vision and Goals, academics, facilities, and infrastructure. He will also address questions submitted by community members. If you would like to submit a question, please complete this form by noon on October 29th: https://forms.gle/CXewPTnNATds47766 by October 29th at noon. We look forward to seeing you there!

Come and cheer for your favorite athlete and enjoy a day filled with fun activities at The Fall Unified Games on October 24th, 2024! The games will be held at the Woodland High School Stadium from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Parents are Welcomed! #unifiedsports #specialolympics

Check out the Digital Literacy Family Nights happening at the Dorchester County Library on Thursday, November 7th, and Thursday, December 5th. All ages are welcome! Win fabulous door prizes, get help with mobile devices, receive one-on-one computer assistance, and learn about digital literacy resources! The address is 506 N. Parler Ave, St. George. See you there! #digitalliteracy

✨ **Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day!** ✨ Dorchester School District 4 is incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our custodians. You are the unsung heroes who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for our students, staff, and community. From early mornings to late nights, your commitment ensures our learning environments are at their best. Today, on **School Custodian Appreciation Day**, we want to say THANK YOU for everything you do! You are truly appreciated and play an essential role in our district’s success. 💙💚 #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #UnsungHeroes #DorchesterSchoolDistrict4 #SchoolCommunity #Gratitude