Dorchester School District Four has been monitoring winter weather conditions throughout the weekend in coordination with Dorchester County Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and neighboring districts. Based on the latest forecasts, DD4 will operate on a normal schedule Monday, December 15. With cold temperatures and wind chills expected overnight, families are encouraged to ensure students are dressed warmly for morning travel.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
weather update letters in blue district logo, stormy background image
Good Morning, Bus 423 will running 20 minutes late.
2 months ago, Harold Nix
Join us for the "Tour de Four", a guided bus tour designed for future employees and future parents who want a true look at Dorchester School District Four. Most recruiting events stay inside one school with a theme and a presentation, but this one takes you beyond the walls. You’ll ride through the district, visit multiple schools, meet our people, and see DD4 in action. Special stops, real conversations, and snacks included. Seats are limited, so reserve yours today.

Register here: https://www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us/forms

January 31, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Clay Hill Elementary School, 387 S. Railroad Ave, Ridgeville, SC
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for Dorchester School District Four advertising the Tour de Four Employee Recruitment and Future Parent Event. The top half shows a white and green school bus labeled Tour de Four driving on a road with trees and hills in the background. The DD4 district seal appears on the left. The headline reads “Tour de Four Employee Recruitment and Future Parent Event! Saturday, January 31st.” Text explains that attendees will take a guided bus tour through district schools to see classrooms, meet people, and learn what makes DD4 a strong place to work and learn. The event runs from 10 AM to 12 PM at Clay Hill Elementary, 387 South Railroad Avenue, Ridgeville, South Carolina. The bottom section notes that seats are limited and includes the registration website: www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us .
Bus 426 will be running 10 minutes late this morning.
2 months ago, Harold Nix
Good Morning, Bus 421 Elementary will be riding Bus 442 this morning.
2 months ago, Harold Nix
Bus 441 will have a sub driver this morning.
2 months ago, Harold Nix
Good Morning, Bus 424 will be running late due to mechanical issues.
2 months ago, Harold Nix

Good Morning, Bus 402,428, and 471 will all have sub drivers until further notice
2 months ago, Harold Nix
Good Morning, Bus 402,428, and 471 will all have sub drivers until further notice.
Bus 442 will be running 25-30 minutes behind but should be able to make up time on the route.
2 months ago, Harold Nix
SAVE THE DATE!
Dorchester School District Four is hosting our annual District Spelling Bee on January 27 at 6 PM in the DD4 Boardroom. Families and friends are invited to cheer on our students as they take the stage.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
A dark background poster with yellow honeycomb patterns along the top and bottom. Large white and yellow text reads Spelling Bee. Cartoon bees fly around the page with dotted flight paths. The event details say Jan 27, DD4 Boardroom, starts at 6 PM, and everyone is invited to watch and cheer. It lists that participants should arrive by 5:15 PM and gives the address 600 Minus Street, St. George. The Dorchester School District Four logo sits in the lower left corner.
Good Morning, Bus 402,428, and 471 will all have sub drivers until further notice.
Bus 442 will be running 25-30 minutes behind but should be able to make up time on the route.
2 months ago, Harold Nix

Bus 414 will be running 20 minutes late due to mechanical issues.

3 months ago, Harold Nix
Good Morning, Bus 402,428, and 471 will all have sub drivers until further notice.
Bus 442 will be running 25-30 minutes behind but should be able to make up time on the route.
3 months ago, Harold Nix
Route 428 Woodland Middle & Woodland High will have a substitute driver this afternoon and may be delayed.
3 months ago, Karim Johnson
Route 472 for Williams Memorial Elem. & Harleyville Elem. is running approximately 30 minutes delayed.
3 months ago, Karim Johnson

Route 426 for Woodland Middle & Woodland High will be delayed this afternoon due to a detour. The route will be ran this afternoon with the students from St. George area being taken home first. Route 426 Students will be taken home on Route 427.

3 months ago, Karim Johnson
Route 471 will be approximately 30-45 Minutes delayed for Williams Elementary and will be covered by a substitute driver.
3 months ago, Karim Johnson
Come join us for a fun-filled 45-minute adventure as we read "How to Catch a Snowman", by Adam Wallace. After the story, you and your child will dive into a hands-on craft.

Please register by scanning the QR code or clicking on the link. https://tinyurl.com/3anhd9nc
We look forward to partnering with you in Growing Readers and Shaping Futures!

Chaquilla Green
Parent and Family Engagement Coordinator
📞 843-563-5923 | 843-636-4030
📧 cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
A winter themed flyer titled Growing Readers Storytime features a cartoon snowman in a red coat and green scarf holding the book How to Catch a Snowman by Adam Wallace. A small penguin stands beside the snowman, surrounded by snow covered trees and a blue snowy landscape. The flyer invites families with children ages 2 to 4 to a 45 minute storytime and craft session and lists dates, times, contact information for Chaquilla Green, and a QR code for registration.
The Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter for December is now available. Stay connected with helpful tips and updates for families across Dorchester School District Four. Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/259pr9sw
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
A graphic announcing the Dorchester School District Four Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter. The district logo sits at the top, followed by the word “Newsletter” in bold gray text. Below, the message says the Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter is now available. At the bottom, a smartphone displays a preview of the newsletter.
Route 425 for Woodland Middle & Woodland High is running approximately 45 minutes behind and students will be riding Route 426
Route 426 for Woodland Middle & Woodland High is running approximately 60 minutes behind and students will be riding Route 425
Route 442 for Woodland Middle & Woodland High is running approximately 30 minutes behind.
3 months ago, Karim Johnson