
Though not everyone is pictured, Dorchester School District 4 sends a heartfelt HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all our amazing Faculty and Staff with APRIL birthdays! We love and appreciate each of you and hope your special day was filled with joy and excitement! #dd4family #happybirthday


CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS


Internet Safety Night by Kay Phillips Advocacy Center.
303 E. Richardson Ave. Summerville, SC 29483.
Dates of Events: Monday, May 19th, Tuesday, June 17th, Thursday July 24th.
From 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Contact Allyson Morin at amorin@kayphillipscac.org. RSVP https://forms.office.com/r/aRHZd4TTsU


Today, on School Nurse Appreciation Day, Dorchester School District Four proudly honors the compassionate professionals who care for our students each and every day.
💙 Nurse Judy – District Nurse & Odyssey
💙 Nurse Martin – Harleyville Elementary
💙 Nurse Owens – Woodland Middle
💙 Nurse Peters – Williams Memorial Elementary
💙 Nurse Troutman – Woodland High
💙 Nurse Weathers – Clay Hill Elementary
Our school nurses are the backbone of student health and wellness—providing expert care, reassurance, and support to students and staff alike. Thank you for all that you do to keep our schools safe and strong!
#SchoolNurseAppreciationDay #ThankYouNurses #DD4Cares #DD4Strong


The Miss Woodland Pageant will be on May 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Lourie Theater in St. George.


WHS and the Department of Exceptional Children will be hosting a Post-Secondary Planning Breakfast for parents of scholars with IEPs. They will be joined by representatives of Vocational Rehabilitation and AccessAbility to share information about their collaboration with DD4 to support your scholars.
Don't forget to register, happening tomorrow morning.
https://tinyurl.com/yc3hncx9


🎉 You're Invited to Woodland High School's BETA Club Innovation & Imagination Fair! 🎉
📅 Saturday, May 17, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Woodland High School Campus
Woodland High School’s BETA Club is hosting a dynamic community event, and we want YOU to be part of it! Join us for a day filled with STEM exploration, creativity, student entrepreneurship, and family fun.
🌟 What to Expect:
🎭 Student Performances
🧪 Hands-On STEM Exhibits
🚀 Innovation Projects
🎨 Creative Showcases
🎮 Games & Activities
🚚 Food Trucks
🛍️ Local Vendors & Clubs
This event is open to all DD4 stakeholders and our neighboring school districts—we especially welcome other Beta Clubs, STEM teams, and CTE programs to attend, support, or participate!
✅ Want to sign up as a vendor, club, or volunteer?
Use this link: https://forms.gle/efEiTL3FZExRAT7c6
Let’s celebrate our students’ imagination, innovation, and community spirit together. Mark your calendar and help us spread the word!
#WoodlandBeta #InnovationFair2025 #DD4Proud #STEMShowcase #StudentEntrepreneurs #ImaginationInAction #DorchesterDistrict4 #FutureReady #BetaClubPower


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


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


WHS and the Department of Exceptional Children will be hosting a Post-Secondary Planning Breakfast for parents of scholars with IEPs. They will be joined by representatives of Vocational Rehabilitation and AccessAbility to share information about their collaboration with DD4 to support your scholars. May 6, 2025 from 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM. Woodland High School Media Center. Continental Breakfast Provided.


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!


Greetings, Wolverine Family, please don't forget!
Monday, April 21st: Senior Meeting @ 9:30 A.M.
Wednesday, April 23rd: Kona Ice available for purchase during both lunches!
Wednesday, April 23rd: Makeup Dual Enrollment Parent Session @ 5:30 PM.
Friday, April 25th: WHS 3rd Annual Military Day
Best regards!



🚍 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
