
Good afternoon,
The May Parent Newsletter is now available in the Dorchester School District Four Parent's Corner. Here is a quick access link. https://tinyurl.com/bddvnk4p


📚✨ Happy National Principal’s Day! ✨📚
On May 1st, we’re proud to celebrate the outstanding leaders who guide, support, and inspire our schools every day.
Join us in thanking:
👨🏫 Mr. Kennedy – Woodland Middle
🎓 Mr. White – Woodland High
🍎 Ms. Mims – Williams Memorial
🌟 Mrs. Lemon – Clay Hill
🚀 Mr. Busch – Odyssey
🚌 Mr. Wolfgang – Harleyville
Your leadership lights the way for students and staff across DD4! 💙 #ThankAPrincipal #DD4Strong #PrincipalsDay2025


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)



A huge THANK YOU to our Office of Federal Programs at Dorchester School District Four! 💼📁
Led by Dr. Tracy Elmore Jackson (Director), with Mrs. Chaquilla Green (Parent & Family Engagement Coordinator) and Ms. Eula Riley (Financial Specialist), this powerhouse team ensures our district secures and manages vital federal funding with excellence.
From compliance and budgeting to family engagement and equity initiatives, you help provide the resources our schools need to thrive. We appreciate all you do behind the scenes! 🙌
#DD4Pride #FederalPrograms #ThankYou


The DD4 Youth Basketball Championship is tomorrow night at 5:30pm at Woodland High School. WMES vs. HES


Last day for students in Dorchester School District Four is June 2! It will be a full day and serves as a weather makeup day. Let’s finish the year strong!


Today we’re celebrating the heart of teaching and learning, our Curriculum Department at Dorchester School District Four! 📚✏️
Led by Mrs. Corey Prentiss (Chief Academic Officer), with Mrs. Sylvia Wright (Secondary Coordinator) and Mrs. Tricia Delice (Elementary Coordinator), this dedicated team ensures our students receive high-quality instruction across every grade level.
From standards alignment to classroom support, they work tirelessly to keep teaching and learning moving forward. Thank you for your leadership, passion, and commitment to academic excellence! 🙌
#DD4Pride #CurriculumChampions #TeachingAndLearning #ThankYou


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)



Woodland Middle School Spring Concert. Wednesday, April 30 at 2:30pm at Woodland Middle School. Featuring Art, Band and More.


Congratulations to our April Everyday Heroes!


🚍 Spring School Bus Evacuations Are Here!
As part of a federal safety requirement, all DD4 students who ride the bus will take part in a School Bus Emergency Evacuation Drill this spring.
✅ Drills will happen at each school during morning drop-off.
🗣️ Bus drivers will guide students through the evacuation process.
👖 Students should wear clothing that allows them to “sit and scoot” out of the rear emergency exit.
📅 Spring 2025 Schedule:
• Clay Hill Elementary – April 22, 2025
• Harleyville Elementary – April 23, 2025
• Williams Memorial Elementary – April 24, 2025
• Woodland Middle & High – April 23, 2025
(held at the first drop-off location)
Let’s keep safety rolling in DD4! 🛑 #DD4Safety #SchoolBusDrill #StudentPreparedness


Schedule Reminder
Monday, April 21 is a regular school day.


Behind every report, every score, and every data point—there’s a powerhouse team making it happen. 📊 Huge thanks to our Assessment and Accountability Department at Dorchester School District Four! Led by Shelissa Bowman (Director) and Elixzina Breadmon (PowerSchool Coordinator), this dynamic duo ensures our district meets state data reporting requirements with precision and care. Your work in data management and accountability is no small task, and we are so grateful for all that you do! 🙌 #DD4Pride #DataDriven #ThankYou


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)



Schedule Reminder
Monday, April 21 is a regular school day.


Applications open Monday until May 16. High school or College students that live in the county can visit the website for more information. https://tinyurl.com/3km6kwts
The program begins June 16.


Parents and Guardians! Here is the link to the 4th Quarter Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter https://5il.co/3d8rb


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)



Woodland Middle School Spring Concert. Wednesday, April 30 at 2:30pm at Woodland Middle School. Featuring Art, Band and More.


Woodland Middle School students in Ms. Thompson’s class are being celebrated for their outstanding work designing and producing custom shirts for Clayton Homes of Walterboro! 🙌
As part of a class-based small business project, these talented students launched their own t-shirt business and demonstrated exceptional dedication by meeting a real-world client deadline with professionalism and creativity. Their high-quality designs earned recognition on Clayton Homes’ official Facebook page and were also featured in The Press and Standard following interviews with company employees.
Clayton Homes was thoroughly impressed with both the design and quality of the shirts. Dorchester School District Four is proud of Ms. Thompson and her students for representing Woodland Middle with excellence and entrepreneurial spirit! 👏👏
