Every day, educators and staff across Dorchester School District Four invest in more than lessons and learning standards. They invest in people. They encourage students through challenges, celebrate growth, create opportunities, and help children discover confidence in themselves and their future.

Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to recognize the lasting impact made inside classrooms, on campuses, and throughout our community. The care, patience, leadership, and dedication shown each day help shape an environment where students feel supported, valued, and inspired to succeed.

Thank you to the teachers and staff members who continue to lead, serve, encourage, and make a difference in the lives of students across DD4. Your work matters, and your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

DD4 Teachers and Staff...
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Teacher in red sunglasses and school spirit attire smiles during a lively school event while students stand in the background. Text reads: “Make every school day memorable.”
Male teacher with white beard looks toward the camera inside a classroom. Text reads: “Teach lessons that last a lifetime.”
Two elementary teachers stand with smiling students holding handmade signs during a school event. Text reads: “Help students grow with confidence.”
Smiling teacher with arms raised celebrates outdoors during a school activity. Text reads: “Guide students toward success and purpose.”
Teacher in a colorful patterned blouse stands in a gymnasium during a school event. Text reads: “Help students find their voice.”
Two smiling teachers wearing matching blue shirts stand together outdoors during a school celebration. Text reads: “Bring joy to the classroom.”

Dorchester School District Four is made stronger each day by the educators and staff members who invest their time, talent, and care into the lives of students. Through meaningful relationships, encouragement, and engaging learning experiences, they help students grow academically, socially, and personally.

During Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the commitment and impact of the individuals who go above and beyond for children across our district. Their work reaches far beyond the classroom by supporting students, serving the community, and creating opportunities that help every child succeed.

Because of their dedication, students in DD4 are encouraged to dream bigger, work harder, and believe in their potential. Thank you to our teachers and staff for the lasting difference you make every single day.

DD4 Teachers and Staff...

about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Teacher wearing gloves leads a hands-on classroom activity while working with dough or clay as students gather around a table. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Build confidence. Create opportunity.”
Educator sits in a classroom or library setting listening attentively during a student discussion. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Inspire growth beyond the classroom.”
Two smiling educators stand with a group of young students holding a colorful banner during an outdoor school event. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Shape futures through dedication & care.”
Smiling pre-kindergarten teacher stands inside a school building wearing a “Pre-K Where the Adventure Begins” shirt. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Lead with purpose, teach with heart.”
Smiling male staff member stands outdoors during a community food drive or service event. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Teach kindness through action.”
Teacher works with elementary students around a table covered with worksheets and reading materials during a small-group classroom lesson. The graphic includes the Dorchester School District Four logo and the phrase “Turn potential into progress.”
Hands-on learning meets serious fun this summer. STEM Camp for Kids is coming to St. George with activities like circuit wiring, epoxy molding, engineering projects, and more. Open to elementary and middle school students, June 8–12 from 9 AM to 3 PM, and it is completely free.

Register now at www.STEMRocks.net
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about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for STEM Camp for Kids featuring students working on hands-on STEM activities like soldering and building projects. Includes QR codes for elementary and middle camp registration, list of activities such as circuit wiring, biometrics, epoxy molding, and engineering projects, dates of June 8–12, 2026 from 9 AM to 3 PM, location at Rosendale School in St. George, SC, and a note that the camp is free with materials and mentoring included.

💙 Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day! 💙

Today, May 6, 2026, we celebrate the incredible nurses of Dorchester School District Four who show up every day with compassion, care, and dedication for our students! 🩺❤️

A huge THANK YOU to:
Wendy Judy – Lead Nurse, Woodland High School
Barbara Weathers – Clay Hill Elementary School
Elizabeth Owens – Woodland Middle School
Virginia Martin – Harleyville Elementary School
Erin Peters – Williams Memorial Elementary School
Jennifer Brook-Simmons – Elementary Float Nurse
Kimberly Broad – Middle/High Float Nurse

Your dedication to the health and success of our students does not go unnoticed. We are so grateful for everything you do! 🌟

about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A colorful School Nurse Appreciation Day graphic for Dorchester School District Four, dated May 6, 2026. The header reads "Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day" in bold navy and teal lettering with festive medical-themed decorations including a stethoscope, bandage, scrubs, and hearts. Seven numbered photo cards feature the district's school nurses: (1) Wendy Judy, Lead Nurse at Woodland High School; (2) Barbara Weathers, Clay Hill Elementary School; (3) Elizabeth Owens, Woodland Middle School; (4) Virginia Martin, Harleyville Elementary School; (5) Erin Peters, Williams Memorial Elementary School; (6) Jennifer Brook-Simmons, Elementary Float Nurse; and (7) Kimberly Broad, Middle/High Float Nurse. A banner at the bottom reads, "Thank you for your compassion, care, and dedication to the health and success of our students!"
At Dorchester School District Four, great schools are built by great people.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we honor the educators and staff who show up every day with heart, building relationships, inspiring potential, and making students feel known and valued.

Your dedication is the foundation of everything we do. Thank you for being the reason our students believe in tomorrow.

DD4 Teachers and Staff…
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A DD4 staff member from Williams Memorial Elementary School smiles warmly outdoors, with the text "Inspire curiosity" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
A DD4 staff member smiles warmly outdoors on a sunny day, with the text "Show up with heart every single day" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
A DD4 teacher celebrates with four students wearing medals and holding a trophy at a robotics competition, with the text "Make every student feel like they belong" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
A DD4 teacher smiles energetically in front of a classroom whiteboard, with the text "Make learning come alive" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
A DD4 teacher smiles joyfully while holding a book in a classroom setting, with the text "Shape futures, one student at a time" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
A DD4 teacher smiles and gestures expressively in a classroom, with the text "Champion every child" and the Dorchester School District Four logo overlaid at the bottom.
The bleak weather could not dampen the excitement at Williams Memorial Elementary School! On Friday, kindergarteners led the way with signs and bubbles as community friends showed up BIG! Tow trucks, emergency vehicles, motorcycles, and more rolled through to kick off SCREADY testing season. The weather was chilly and wet, but the smiles were electric. See ALL the photos on the WMES Facebook Page.

Good luck to all of our DD4 Students as we start testing month!
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Staff ride in a white SUV decorated with a handmade testing-themed sign that reads, “It’s time to lock in, don’t crashout,” while waving pom-poms from the windows.
Students line the school driveway holding handmade signs and paper crafts as they watch the parade pass by.
Students stand outside along a school driveway holding handmade signs, including a large blue “Donut stress, do your best” poster decorated with colorful donut drawings.
Students and staff line a school driveway during a parade, with children holding signs and walking together under trees.
A large tow truck drives through a school parade route as students stand along both sides of the driveway and wave.
A St. George police vehicle with flashing blue lights drives through the school parade route while students and staff watch from the sidewalk.
A white St. George police car drives through the school parade route with blue lights flashing while students and staff stand nearby.
Red and white emergency vehicles drive through the school parade route with lights flashing as students watch from the side of the road.
A motorcycle rider on a bright yellow motorcycle passes students lined along the school driveway during the parade.
A red Dorchester County fire truck passes by with firefighters visible inside the cab during the school parade.

🍎 It's Teacher Appreciation Week in Dorchester School District Four! 🎉

May 4–8, 2026, we celebrate the extraordinary educators who show up every single day to teach, inspire, empower, and repeat! 💙

Our teachers are leaders, mentors, role models, changemakers, and future-builders and we are so grateful for everything they do for our students and our community.

To every teacher in DD4: THANK YOU. You make a difference that lasts a lifetime. ⭐

We appreciate you! ❤️

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A vibrant, colorful graphic from Dorchester School District Four celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026. The center reads "Celebrating TEACHER Appreciation Week!" in large, bold, multicolored lettering — green, orange, teal, and purple. A navy banner displays the dates "May 4, 2026 – May 8, 2026," and the phrase "We Appreciate You!" appears in script below. A dark navy circle in the upper right reads "Thank you for all you do. You make a DIFFERENCE!" The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the upper left. Illustrated decorations include a red apple, doodle-style hearts, stars, pencils, and a blue apple outline. On the left, a navy coffee mug reads "Teach. Inspire. Empower. Repeat." On the right, a stack of three books is labeled "Leaders & Mentors," "Role Models & Changemakers," and "Building Brighter Futures," topped with a red apple with a heart cutout. The background features bold brushstroke accents in green, yellow, and blue.
The Dorchester School District Four Board of Trustees proudly celebrates our 2026 graduates. Your hard work, perseverance, and achievements have brought you to this important milestone, and we are excited to see where your next chapter leads.

Your school board salutes you and wishes you continued success as you move forward.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Members of the Dorchester School District Four Board of Trustees stand together in the district boardroom holding a sign that reads, “Congratulations Class of 2026. Your School Board Salutes You.”

Dorchester School District Four is proud to share this important summer opportunity for families.

Splash Into Safety is back for its 6th summer, offering swim lessons for just $1 per lesson. The goal is simple: remove cost as a barrier and help more children gain basic swim skills and water safety education before the summer months.

Access to swim lessons remains limited in many upper Dorchester communities, making this program an important resource for families.

For more information & registration, visit the Summerville Family YMCA Website: https://summervilleymca.org/splash-into-safety/

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Children participate in a Splash Into Safety swim lesson in a pool while an instructor assists nearby. The flyer lists lesson weeks for June 15-19, June 22-26, July 6-10, and July 13-17, with locations in Walterboro and St. George. Logos for Colleton County Parks and Recreation, HCA Healthcare, Dorchester School District Four, the YMCA, and Dorchester County appear along the bottom.
The Unified Track meet that was scheduled for this evening has been postponed until Monday, May 4th due to weather.
2 months 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.

The Quarter 4 Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter is now available. Quarter 4 Newsletter

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Dorchester School District Four graphic announcing that the Quarter 4 Newsletter is now available, with the district logo at the top and a phone mockup showing the Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter for 2025-2026.

🍎 Happy National School Principal Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible leaders at the heart of Dorchester School District Four! 💙

A huge thank you to:
✨ Jeremy Wolfgang – Harleyville Elementary School
✨ Alisa Lemon – Clay Hill Elementary School
✨ Benjy Kennedy – Woodland Middle School
✨ Dr. Jeffery Thompson – Odyssey Educational Center
✨ Michael White – Woodland High School
✨ Ruth Mims – Williams Memorial Elementary School

Thank you for your unwavering leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make on students, staff, and families every single day. We are so grateful for YOU! 🌟

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A navy blue, white, and gold graphic reading "Happy National School Principal Day – May 1, 2026 – Dorchester School District Four." Six framed headshots are arranged in two rows of three. Top row, left to right: Jeremy Wolfgang, Principal of Harleyville Elementary School; Alisa Lemon, Principal of Clay Hill Elementary School; Benji Kennedy, Principal of Woodland Middle School. Bottom row, left to right: Dr. Jeffery Thompson, Principal of Odyssey Educational Center; Michael White, Principal of Woodland High School; Ruth Mims, Principal of Williams Memorial Elementary School. The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the top left corner. At the bottom, the graphic reads: "Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day!"
Today, Dorchester School District Four is celebrating the incredible cafeteria teams across DD4 who go above and beyond every single day. They don't just serve meals, they serve kindness, care, and smiles! Thank you for being heroes to our students every day! 💛
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A bold, comic book-style graphic with a blue sunburst background featuring the Dorchester School District Four logo. Large yellow text reads "School Lunch Hero Day" with the date May 1, 2026. A yellow banner at the bottom reads: "Today we celebrate the amazing cafeteria teams across DD4 who serve up more than just meals, they serve kindness, care, and smiles every single day!"
Yesterday, Dorchester School District Four held the final session of our 2nd Annual Assistant Principal’s Academy.

Dr. April Sanders, our Chief Human Resources Officer, got things started with an icebreaker that had
everyone laughing and being real with each other right from the jump. Our assistant principals then learned about serving as a chief communicator from Mr. Lakin, Public Relations Director, and explored school finances, including how to read and use account numbers, with Mrs. Cribb, Senior Accountant for Dorchester School District Four.

Superintendent Mr. Beckwith closed the session with words of encouragement that reminded everyone in the room why this work matters.

Two years into this Academy, we couldn't be prouder of the growth and dedication our assistant principals bring to their schools, their students, and their communities every day.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A group of Dorchester School District Four leaders and assistant principals stand together in front of a green district-branded background with the district seal behind them.
A Dorchester School District Four staff member smiles while standing at the front of a meeting room during the Assistant Principal’s Academy session.
Dorchester School District Four Public Relations Director Mr. Lakin and another district staff member stand at the front of a meeting room while participants sit at tables during the final Assistant Principal’s Academy session.
Join MUSC for Community Outreach 2026 on May 2 from 10 AM to 2 PM in Harleyville. Free children’s vaccines, health screenings, and valuable community resources all in one place.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for Community Outreach 2026 featuring event details for May 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 163 Railroad Ave in Harleyville, South Carolina. The event includes free vaccines for children provided by MUSC, free health screenings, and community vendors offering resources such as public health services, legal services, arts and crafts, food trucks, and more. A mobile health unit vehicle is pictured alongside event information and contact numbers for registration.

Growing Readers Story Time is coming to Dorchester School District Four! Join us for a fun 45-minute adventure as we read Rocket Says Clean Up by Nathan Bryan, followed by a hands-on craft activity. Open to children ages 2–5!

📍 Clay Hill Elementary – Wed., April 29 @ 1:30 PM
📍 Parent Resource Center (St. George Middle) – Thurs., April 30 @ 9:00 AM
📍 Harleyville Elementary – Thurs., April 30 @ 1:30 PM
📍 Williams Memorial Elementary – Fri., May 1 @ 1:30 PM

Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or contact Chaquilla Green at 843-563-5923 or cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us. Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures!
You can also register here: Register Here

¡Hora del Cuento "Growing Readers" llega a Dorchester School District Four! Ven y disfruta de una divertida aventura de 45 minutos mientras leemos Rocket Says Clean Up de Nathan Bryan, seguida de una actividad manual práctica. ¡Abierto a niños de 2 a 5 años!

📍 Escuela Primaria Clay Hill – Miérc. 29 de abril, 13:30
📍 Centro de Recursos para Padres (Escuela Intermedia St. George) – Juev. 30 de abril, 9:00 a. m.
📍 Escuela Primaria Harleyville – Juev. 30 de abril, 13:30
📍 Escuela Primaria Williams Memorial – Vier. 1 de mayo, 13:30

Regístrate escaneando el código QR del volante o comunícate con Chaquilla Green al 843-563-5923 o cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us. ¡Empoderando mentes, forjando futuros!
Regístrate aquí: Regístrate aquí

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A flyer for "Growing Readers Story Time" hosted by Dorchester School District Four. The flyer features a beach-themed background with a blue surfboard. It invites children ages 2 to 5 to a 45-minute storytime event featuring the book Rocket Says Clean Up by Nathan Bryan, followed by a craft activity. Event locations and times are listed for Clay Hill Elementary, the Parent Resource Center at St. George Middle School, Harleyville Elementary, and Williams Memorial Elementary, taking place April 29 through May 1. Contact information for Chaquilla Green, Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator, is included along with a QR code to register.
Volante de "Growing Readers Story Time" organizado por Dorchester School District Four. El volante tiene un fondo temático de playa con una tabla de surf azul. Invita a niños de 2 a 5 años a un evento de 45 minutos de lectura del libro Rocket Says Clean Up de Nathan Bryan, seguido de una actividad manual. Se indican los lugares y horarios en la Escuela Primaria Clay Hill, el Centro de Recursos para Padres en la Escuela Intermedia St. George, la Escuela Primaria Harleyville y la Escuela Primaria Williams Memorial, del 29 de abril al 1 de mayo. Se incluye información de contacto de Chaquilla Green, Coordinadora de Participación de Padres y Familias, junto con un código QR para registrarse.
Congratulations to these Wolverines on their induction into the National Technical Honor Society!

We are incredibly proud of these outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in technical education, leadership, and character. Earning a place in NTHS is a tremendous achievement, and these Wolverines have earned every bit of this honor. The future is bright with scholars like these representing Dorchester School District Four!
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Six Dorchester School District Four students stand in a row in front of a large screen displaying "National Technical Honor Society – Welcome New Members!" Each student holds a framed National Technical Honor Society induction certificate and wears a silver NTHS stole. Some students also hold blue gift bags. The group is smiling and dressed in formal attire.
Dorchester School District Four is actively recruiting passionate educators to join our team! We are pleased to offer the following sign-on bonuses for the upcoming school year:

✅ Certified Teachers — $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
✅ Special Education Teachers — $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
✅ Referral Bonus — $200 DD4 Staff, refer a certified teacher who gets hired and earn a $200 Referral Bonus!

If you or someone you know is ready to make a difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity today.

🌐 Learn more and apply at www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A promotional flyer for Dorchester School District Four featuring a sign-on bonus announcement. The flyer displays a faded background of U.S. currency and includes the district's logo at the top. Bold text reads "Sign-On Bonus" with the following details: Certified Teachers receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus, Special Education teachers receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and DD4 staff members who refer a certified teacher that is hired will receive a $200 referral bonus. The district's website, www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us, is listed at the bottom.
Kindergarten is closer than you think, and we want our families ready.

South Carolina First Steps is hosting Ready for Kindergarten LIVE, a free one-hour virtual event featuring a pediatrician, a children’s librarian, and an elementary principal sharing real, practical tips to help your child start school with confidence. From health checkups to building reading habits and knowing what schools expect, this session covers it all, with time to ask your questions live.

Friday, April 24
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Free and virtual

Register now: readyforkindergarten.vfairs.com
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic promoting “Ready for Kindergarten LIVE 2026” featuring a smiling cartoon fox with a backpack giving a thumbs up. Text highlights the event date and time, April 24 at 12 PM, and includes logos for South Carolina First Steps and the South Carolina Early Childhood Advisory Council.
Today we celebrate the heart of every school office, our amazing Administrative Professionals.

On behalf of Dorchester School District Four, we say thank you for your organization, patience, communication, and care. You keep our schools running smoothly and our communities connected.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A pastel-themed appreciation graphic from Dorchester School District Four recognizing Administrative Professionals. The background features a soft gradient of pink, yellow, and lavender. The text reads: "April 22, 2026 Honoring Administrative Professionals On behalf of DD4 Schools – Thank you!" The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in both the top right and bottom left corners.