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
1 day 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.
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
7 days ago, DD4 Communications
A dark green square graphic featuring the Dorchester School District Four circular logo at the top with the tagline 'Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures.' Bold white text reads 'Strong Schools Start With You.' Below in script font: 'Take the 2026 SCDE Parent Survey Today!'
Dorchester School District Four is piloting a new transportation resource for parents and guardians, My Ride K-12. This free app allows you to track your student's bus, view routes and stop times, and receive updates about schedule changes.

Visit our transportation page for instructions on how to download and use the app: https://www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us/o/dsdf/page/my-ride-k-12

Questions? Contact the Transportation Department at (843) 636-5001.
22 days ago, DD4 Communications
Promotional banner introducing 'My Ride K-12,' a school bus tracking or transportation app. The background shows a row of yellow school buses with students boarding. A circular logo featuring a school bus icon and 'K-12' label appears on the left, alongside the text 'Introducing My Ride K-12' in white and bold blue lettering.
🌸 Spring Break Reminder 🌸

Dorchester School District Four schools and offices will be closed March 30 – April 3 for Spring Break.
Staff return Monday, April 6 for a Teacher Work Day (no students).
Students return Tuesday, April 7.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful break!

🌸 Recordatorio de Vacaciones de Primavera 🌸
Las escuelas y oficinas de Dorchester School District Four estarán cerradas del 30 de marzo al 3 de abril por las Vacaciones de Primavera.
El personal regresa el lunes 6 de abril para un día de trabajo para maestros (sin estudiantes). Los estudiantes regresan el martes 7 de abril.
¡Esperamos que todos disfruten de un descanso seguro y reparador!
29 days ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic announcing Dorchester School District Four Spring Break. Green background with pink blossoms and tropical leaves. Text reads: “Spring Break – March 30 to April 3. All schools and offices will be closed. Teachers return Monday, April 6 for a teacher workday (no students). Students return Tuesday, April 7.”

Today is the last chance to register!

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Can't ride the bus? You can still attend the recruitment event at CHES, interview and complete an application.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.
Last night at the DD4 School Board meeting, the Board approved to make May 29th a full day for students. This is due to school being canceled on March 16 as a result of weather conditions.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic with Dorchester School District Four logo at the top and the phrase “Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures.” Large text reads “Schedule Change Announcement.” Below, it states “Friday, May 29, 2026” and “Full Day for Students,” followed by “Make-Up Day.” Background features a faint repeating DD4 logo watermark.
Spring bus evacuation drills are coming up across DD4. Take a look at your school’s date and make sure students are ready.

On drill day, please have children wear appropriate clothing that allows them to SIT & SCOOT safely during the evacuation practice.

All drills begin at 9:30 AM unless otherwise noted.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Colorful flyer titled “Spring DD4 Bus Evacuation Schedule” featuring a clipboard design with school bus graphics, emergency lights, and an exit sign. The flyer lists evacuation drill dates for each school: Woodland Middle (March 19, 2026), Odyssey Education Center (March 20, 2026), Clay Hill Elementary (March 23, 2026), Woodland High (March 24, 2026), Williams Memorial Elementary (March 25, 2026), and Harleyville Elementary (March 26, 2026). A banner at the bottom states that all bus evacuations will take place at 9:30 AM unless otherwise specified, alongside the Dorchester School District Four logo.
Out of an abundance of caution, Dorchester School District Four will be closed on Monday, March 16 due to the risk of high winds and severe storms expected to move through our area late Monday morning into the early afternoon. All afterschool activities are also canceled. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we encourage everyone to stay safe as the weather moves through our community. We apologize for the late notice, as we wanted to gather as much information as possible before making this decision. We appreciate your understanding.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic with palm trees bending in strong wind behind the words “Important Announcement: Weather Update.” The Dorchester School District Four logo appears in the center with the district name at the bottom, indicating a school district weather announcement.

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Can't ride the bus? You can still attend the recruitment event at CHES, interview and complete an application.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.

Track and field season is underway at Woodland High School.

The Wolverines hosted their first home meet of the season this past Saturday, welcoming athletes from across the region for a full day of competition on the track and in the field events. From sprints and relays to pole vault, javelin, and jumps, WHS athletes opened the season with strong performances and great energy in front of the home crowd.

Photo credit: Pollyanna Rice, Woodland High School student.

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Woodland High School athlete prepares to throw the javelin on the track runway during a track and field meet.
Woodland High School athlete clears the bar during a pole vault attempt while teammates watch from near the landing mat.
Woodland High School girls track athletes pose together on the podium with medals after competing in events at the track meet.
Two Woodland High School runners exchange the baton during a relay race on the track
Three Woodland High School girls track athletes stand together and smile beside the field during the meet.
Woodland High School sprinter crouches in the starting blocks on the track preparing for the start of a race.
Woodland High School athlete walks along the track preparing for her event while a bus and fencing appear in the background.
Woodland High School runner sprints down the track during a race as spectators watch from the stands.
Woodland High School runner sprints down the track during a race as spectators watch from the stands.
Woodland High School pole vaulter clears the bar while landing toward the mat during competition.

📌 Reminder for DD4 Families: Friday, March 13, 2026, is a scheduled Teacher Workday in Dorchester School District Four. There will be no school for students on this day.

📌 Recordatorio para las familias de DD4: El viernes 13 de marzo de 2026 es un día programado de trabajo para maestros en Dorchester School District Four. No habrá clases para los estudiantes ese día.

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Dorchester School District Four flyer reminding families of a Teacher Work Day on Friday, March 13, 2026. The flyer notes: No School for Students.
Dorchester School District Four invites the community to enjoy an evening of music at the DD4 Concert Festival Performance. Talented student musicians from Woodland Middle School and Woodland High School will showcase a selection of music for wind ensembles. Join us Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 PM at the Woodland High School Gymnasium.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Concert Festival Performance hosted by Dorchester School District Four featuring student wind ensembles from Woodland Middle School and Woodland High School. The event takes place Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 PM at the Woodland High School Gymnasium in Dorchester, South Carolina. The design includes a musical staff with notes and the district logo.
The Tour de Four is back on the calendar.

After being postponed on January 31, our Employee Recruitment and Future Parent Event has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 21 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Clay Hill Elementary.

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.
🎶 Woodland Middle School Students! 🎶
Do you play an instrument?
Want to join Color Guard?
Love to dance?
Woodland Bands Middle School Night is coming April 8th from 4:15–6:30 PM!
🌭 Dinner Provided
🎤 Q&A with High School Students
🎼 Joint Rehearsal
🥁 Marching Experience
💃 Guard & Dance Opportunities
🎶 Performance for Parents at 6:30 PM
Come see what it means to be part of something bigger.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Green and gold flyer titled “Woodland Bands Middle School Night” for Woodland Middle School on April 8, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The schedule includes check-in at 4:00 PM, dinner and Q&A at 4:15 PM with hot dogs, joint rehearsal at 4:40 PM, marching fun at 5:10 PM, sectionals at 5:40 PM, final rehearsal at 6:05 PM, bonding activity and parade around the school at 6:15 PM, and a 6:30 PM performance for parents. The bottom section highlights reasons to join band, including belonging, leadership, honors band and PE credit, and trips and performances, with a note to register after the performance. Musical instruments and marching band graphics appear throughout the design.
The Tour de Four is back on the calendar.

After being postponed on January 31, our Employee Recruitment and Future Parent Event has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 21 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Clay Hill Elementary.

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.
Looking for your next opportunity? Join SC Works for a Job Search and Interviewing Workshop at Dorchester County Adult Education.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
600 Minus St., St. George, SC 29477
Use Behling Street entrance

This in-person workshop will help you strengthen your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and move forward with confidence. Scan the QR code on the flyer to enroll.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Green and white flyer for an SC Works Job Search and Interviewing Workshop. Event details: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Dorchester County Adult Education, 600 Minus Street, St. George, SC 29477, using the Behling Street entrance. The flyer includes a QR code labeled “Enroll Today,” bullet points about resume and interview help, and logos for SC Works, American Job Center, and Dorchester School District Four.
The Tour de Four is back on the calendar.

After being postponed on January 31, our Employee Recruitment and Future Parent Event has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 21 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Clay Hill Elementary.

Step aboard and see Dorchester School District Four in action. In one hour, you will visit our schools, meet our team, and experience what makes DD4 a great place to work and learn.

Seats are limited. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/k385vh26
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic of a white and green Dorchester School District Four bus labeled “Tour de Four” driving on a road. The text reads: “Tour de Four – Employee Recruitment & Future Parent Event. Saturday, March 21st. 10 AM – 12 PM. Clay Hill Elementary, 387 S. Railroad Ave., Ridgeville, SC.” The graphic invites guests to take a guided bus tour of DD4 schools and includes a registration call to action.
Woodland Track and Field tryouts are set.

February 17, 18, and 19
4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Woodland track

2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic featuring a large green and silver “W” logo with the words “Track & Field” across it, set over a red running track. The word “TRYOUTS” appears in bold white letters with a black outline at the bottom of the image.
Dorchester County families are invited to a Community Food Distribution on Thursday, February 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Odyssey Educational Center – Jenkins Hill Campus, 145 Hill Street in Harleyville. Free food will be available for families in need.
2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer for a Community Food Distribution event featuring fruits and vegetables at the top and a grocery bag on the left. Text reads: “Community Food Distribution – Free Food for Families.” Location: Odyssey Educational Center – Jenkins Hill Campus, 145 Hill Street, Harleyville, SC 29448. Thursday, February 12, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Sponsored by Mr. Louis Smith, Executive Director, Community Resource Center, and Lowcountry Food Bank.
Dorchester School District Four will return to a normal school schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3.
All schools and offices will operate on their regular schedules.
3 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic reads “Important Announcement: Weather Update” over a snowy outdoor background with a snowman. The Dorchester School District Four circular logo appears centered near the bottom, with the district name displayed beneath it.