Take control of your financial future. Join us for a Financial Education Workshop with Cassandra Russell and learn how to better understand your spending habits, identify triggers, and build healthier financial routines.

April 23 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Adult Education Center.

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Financial Education Workshop hosted by Legacy Wealth Financial LLC featuring Cassandra Russell. The event invites participants to learn about spending habits, financial triggers, and strategies for building healthy financial routines. Sessions are scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM and April 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Administration Offices Adult Education Center in St. George, South Carolina.

☀️ FREE Meals for Kids This Summer!

The Summer Break Café is back! Starting June 3, we're serving FREE nutritious meals to children ages 1–18 (up to 21 for individuals with special needs), Monday through Thursday all summer long.

📍 Woodland Middle School Summer School Site & Community Sites
📅 Program runs through July 16, 2026

For more information about locations and times, click this link: https://tinyurl.com/4u3z2r68

💼 We're also HIRING! Join our team as a Site Supervisor, Site Monitor, Meal Prep Staff, or Delivery Personnel. Contact Ms. Thompson at (843) 636-4022 to learn more.

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Colorful promotional flyer for Dorchester School District Four's Summer Break Café 2026. Heading reads "Free Meals for Children This Summer." Program dates: Summer School Sites begin June 3, 2026; Community Sites begin June 8, 2026; program ends July 16, 2026. Meals served Monday–Thursday, closed Fridays. Children ages 1–18 may participate; up to age 21 for students with special needs; no adult meals. Now hiring Site Supervisors, Site Monitors, Meal Prep Staff, and Delivery Personnel — contact Ms. Thompson at (843) 636-4022. To host a feeding site, eligible locations include churches, community centers, apartment complexes, and parks; daycares and private residences are not eligible; sites must have storage, refrigeration, sanitation, and waste disposal. Training schedule: May 15 — Meal Prep Staff & Site Monitors at 3:30 PM; May 22 — Site Supervisors at 4:30 PM, both at Woodland High School. Footer reads "Serving Our Community All Summer Long." Disclaimer: This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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.
Dorchester School District Four will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM, located at the 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 off of Behling Street.

Listed is the link for the board meeting: https://dorchester4-k12-sc.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=327
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
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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
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.
🎉 Calling all DD4 families! Join us for a fun-filled Family Night of Bingo, Disney Trivia, and pizza! 🍕🎬
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Woodland Middle School — 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437

Come out for a night of learning, laughter, and prizes! All Dorchester School District 04 families are welcome. 🏆

RSVP by April 23rd. Scan the QR code or return the bottom of this form to your child's school.

Questions? Contact Nicole Wright (nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us) or Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us).

🎉 ¡Familias del DD4, los invitamos! Únanse a nosotros para una noche familiar llena de Bingo, Trivia de Disney y pizza. 🍕🎬

📅 Jueves, 30 de abril de 2026
🕕 6:00 PM

📍 Escuela Media Woodland — 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437
¡Ven a disfrutar una noche de información, diversión y premios! Todas las familias del Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04 están invitadas. 🏆

Confirma tu asistencia antes del 23 de abril — escanea el código QR o devuelve la parte inferior del formulario a la escuela de tu hijo/a.
¿Preguntas? Contacta a Nicole Wright (nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us) o Chaquilla Green (cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us).
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Event flyer for Dorchester School District 04's Bingo & Disney Trivia Night. The flyer reads: "Join us for an informative and fun family night on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Woodland Middle School, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437. Prizes will be awarded. RSVP by April 23, 2026 by returning the bottom of this form to your child's school or by scanning the QR code. Contact Nicole Wright at nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us or Chaquilla Green at cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us with any questions." The flyer includes illustrations of a multigenerational family playing bingo, a QR code, and a pizza graphic.
Volante del evento Noche de Bingo y Trivia de Disney del Distrito Escolar Dorchester 04. El volante dice: "Únete a nosotros para una noche de información para apoyar a tu hijo/a, jugar Bingo, Trivia de Disney y comer pizza el jueves 30 de abril de 2026 a las 6:00 PM en la Escuela Media Woodland, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437. ¡Se darán premios! Confirma tu asistencia devolviendo la pestaña del formulario a la escuela de tu hijo/a o escaneando el código QR a más tardar el jueves 23 de abril de 2026. Puedes contactar a Nicole Wright en nwright@dd4.k12.sc.us o a Chaquilla Green en cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us si tienes alguna pregunta." El volante incluye ilustraciones de una familia multigeneracional jugando bingo, un código QR y un gráfico de pizza.

Take control of your financial future. Join us for a Financial Education Workshop with Cassandra Russell and learn how to better understand your spending habits, identify triggers, and build healthier financial routines.

Sessions available April 16 at 9:00 AM or April 23 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Adult Education Center.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Financial Education Workshop hosted by Legacy Wealth Financial LLC featuring Cassandra Russell. The event invites participants to learn about spending habits, financial triggers, and strategies for building healthy financial routines. Sessions are scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM and April 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Administration Offices Adult Education Center in St. George, South Carolina.
Dorchester School District Four is hiring. Join a team committed to Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures. Certified teachers can earn a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and employees can earn a $200 referral bonus. Apply today at dorchester4.k12.sc.us and help make a difference in DD4.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Green and white hiring graphic with Dorchester School District Four logo and the heading “Now Hiring Certified Positions.” Listed positions include Elementary School Librarian, PreK Teachers, Elementary Teachers, High School Math Teacher, Elementary Special Education Teacher, Secondary Special Education Teacher, and Director of Curriculum and Instruction/CTE Coordinator. Bottom text reads “Dorchester School District Four – Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures” and “Apply today at dorchester4.k12.sc.us.”
Graphic with Dorchester School District Four logo at the top over a background of U.S. currency. Large text reads “Sign-On Bonus.” Below, it states “Certified Teachers $2,000” and “Referral $200.” The district website, dorchester4.k12.sc.us, appears at the bottom.

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

3 months ago, DD4 Communications
A dark green square graphic featuring the Dorchester School District Four logo and seal at the top with the tagline "Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures." Large bold white text in the center reads "Strong Schools Start With You." Below in white cursive script reads "Take the 2026 SCDE Parent Survey Today."
Dorchester School District Four is pleased to announce that Michael White will serve as Interim Chief Academic Officer beginning July 1, 2026.

Mr. White brings strong instructional leadership with a proven record of improving student achievement at both the school and district levels. In Williamsburg County School District, he served as Chief Academic Officer and later Assistant Superintendent, helping move the district from four schools rated below average or unsatisfactory to zero, while increasing the number of schools rated good or higher.

His leadership has driven measurable academic gains across all levels, including significant increases in ELA, math, Algebra I, and Biology I proficiency. Most recently, as principal of Woodland High School, he helped lead the school to its first “Good” report card rating since 2014.

We look forward to the impact Mr. White will continue to make for our students, staff, and community across the district.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Headshot of Michael White, Interim Chief Academic Officer for Dorchester School District Four, 2026–2027. He is smiling and wearing a gray suit with a blue paisley tie. The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the upper right corner.
Keep young minds active all summer with the Dorchester County Library 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. From June 1 through July 31, readers of all ages can earn prizes just for reading. DD2 and DD4 students can also get a free library card. Learn more and sign up at dorchesterlibrarysc.org.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for the Dorchester County Library 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Text reads “Free and fun for all ages” and “June 1 – July 31.” Participants can pick up a game card at any library or track reading online to earn prizes, including a prize for registering. DD2 and DD4 students can receive a free library card. A QR code links to more information, and the theme reads “Unearth a Story.”
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.
3 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.
Dorchester School District Four will hold a Special Board Meeting on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM, located at the 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 off of Behling Street.

Listed is the link for the board meeting: https://dorchester4-k12-sc.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=326
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
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🌟 Mark your calendars, DD4! 🌟

The week of April 13th, Dorchester School District Four will be participating DISTRICT-WIDE in Unified Spirit Week 2026 alongside Special Olympics South Carolina Unified Champion Schools.

Every school. Every student. Every day. Celebrating inclusion, teamwork, wellness, and fearlessness together.

We cannot wait to see our students and staff show up and show out all week long! 💙
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic titled “Unified Spirit Week 2026” with Special Olympics South Carolina Unified Champion Schools logos. A group of elementary-aged students cheer and smile while holding blue and white pom-poms outdoors. Background is light blue with bold navy and white text.
Weekly schedule graphic labeled “Week at a Glance” showing themed dress-up days: Mindful Monday, Takes a Team Tuesday, Wellness Wednesday, Thoughtful Thursday, and Fearless Friday, each with short participation descriptions. Includes colorful icons and “Be Kind to Your Mind” message.

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

3 months ago, DD4 Communications
A dark green square graphic featuring the Dorchester School District Four logo and seal at the top with the tagline "Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures." Large bold white text in the center reads "Strong Schools Start With You." Below in white cursive script reads "Take the 2026 SCDE Parent Survey Today."
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
3 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.
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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3 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.

Take control of your financial future. Join us for a Financial Education Workshop with Cassandra Russell and learn how to better understand your spending habits, identify triggers, and build healthier financial routines.

Sessions available April 16 at 9:00 AM or April 23 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Adult Education Center.

3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Financial Education Workshop hosted by Legacy Wealth Financial LLC featuring Cassandra Russell. The event invites participants to learn about spending habits, financial triggers, and strategies for building healthy financial routines. Sessions are scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM and April 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the DD4 Administration Offices Adult Education Center in St. George, South Carolina.
Welcome Back Students!
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic with a bright blue sky and blooming tree branches reads “Welcome Back Students!” in bold lettering. Dorchester School District Four logo is centered, with school logos aligned along the right side. A yellow backpack, books, pencils, and an apple sit on a desk in the foreground, with the message “Let’s finish the school year strong!” at the bottom.
Behind every great school is an incredible Assistant Principal!

This week, we proudly celebrate National Assistant Principals Week and the dedicated leaders who help our schools run smoothly each day.

Their leadership creates safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environments across Dorchester School District Four, and we are grateful for the impact they make in our classrooms and communities.

Join us in giving a big THANK YOU to our outstanding Assistant Principals:

Kimberly Hartzog - Clay Hill Elementary School
DeVane Trigiani - Harleyville Elementary School
Adrian Busch - Williams Memorial Elementary School
Latorsha Bryant - Woodland Middle School
Markayla Busby - Woodland Middle School
Makeisha Butler - Woodland High School
Bo Charpia - Woodland High School
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic celebrating Assistant Principals Week for Dorchester School District Four, featuring seven smiling assistant principals arranged in a collage over a green, chalkboard-style background with gold stars and ribbons, district logo at the top, and a banner at the bottom reading “Thank You For All You Do!” with a red apple on a desk.