School Picture Day is October 29th!

ALL Students and Staff will take pictures, as well as Fall Sports Teams!


To Order Pictures:
1. Go to strawbridge.net - Ir a strawbridge.net
2. Click “Order Pictures & Yearbooks” - Haga clic en "Solicitar Fotografías y Anuarios"
3. Enter the code PX469043 and click “Find” to order - Introduzca el código a continuación y haga clic en "Buscar" para realizar el pedido

29 days ago, WMS
Picture Day October 29th
It’s game time, Wolves! 🏀 Woodland Middle School basketball tryouts are coming up — don’t miss your shot to join the team!

Boys tryouts: Monday 11/3 & Wednesday 11/5, 4:00–5:30 PM
Girls tryouts: Tuesday 11/4 & Thursday 11/6, 4:00–5:30 PM

Athletes must have a physical to try out.
3 days ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer with a green background featuring a gray and navy wolf head logo. Text reads: “Woodland Middle School Wolves Basketball Tryouts.” Boys: Monday 11/3 & Wednesday 11/5, 4:00 PM–5:30 PM. Girls: Tuesday 11/4 & Thursday 11/6, 4:00 PM–5:30 PM. A basketball graphic is placed within the word “Tryouts.” Small note reads: “Athletes must have a physical to tryout.”

8th Grade Parent Night
November 20, 2025
4:30-6:00PM


See attached flyer for more information.

3 days ago, WMS
8th grade parent night November 20th
Woodland High is thrilled to welcome three new head coaches to the Wolverine Family!

Mr. Bryan Marvell joins as Head Boys Golf Coach, Ms. Isabella Wendler takes the helm as Head Girls Soccer Coach, and Mr. Henry Berry steps in as Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach.

We’re excited for the energy, leadership, and passion they’ll bring to our student-athletes — it’s a great day to be a Wolverine!
3 days ago, DD4 Communications
A smiling man with short brown hair wearing a dark blue shirt and silver chain stands in front of a gray background with the word “GOLF” repeated in large block letters. The Woodland “W” golf logo is in the upper right corner, and the text reads: “Bryan Marvell – Welcome, Woodland High School Head Boys Golf Coach.”
A man wearing a gray Nike zip-up jacket with the Woodland “W Dream Team” logo stands in front of a gray background with the word “BASKETBALL” repeated in large block letters. The Woodland “W” basketball logo is in the upper right corner, and the text reads: “Henry Berry – Welcome, Woodland High School Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach.”
A smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a white “Wolves Woodland Middle” T-shirt stands in front of a gray background with the word “SOCCER” repeated in large block letters. The Woodland “W” soccer logo appears in the upper right corner, and the text reads: “Isabella Wendler – Welcome, Woodland High School Head Girls Soccer Coach.”

Dorchester School District Four celebrated students with satisfactory attendance before the break, recognizing those who missed fewer than two days of school during the first quarter. These students were treated to a short cotton candy party as a fun reward for their dedication to showing up and staying engaged.

We’re proud of their commitment and encourage all students to keep up the great attendance! Let’s see even more faces at the next celebration!

3 days ago, DD4 Communications
A group of middle school students gathers around a table filled with bags of pink and blue cotton candy. A teacher assists as students excitedly choose their treats during the attendance celebration.
A group of students poses outdoors, smiling and holding bags of cotton candy. Some students are eating their treats while others make peace signs, celebrating their good attendance.
Young elementary students sit in a gym bleacher row, each holding a small bag of cotton candy. Some children are eating, while others smile and chat with friends during the reward event.
Three elementary students sit together on a yellow playground bench, enjoying pink and blue cotton candy under the sunlight. Each child holds a plastic bag of candy, smiling and relaxed.
Basketball season is here! Woodland High School will hold tryouts on November 3 in the WHS Gymnasium. Boys will try out from 4:00–5:15 PM, and girls from 5:30–7:30 PM. All participants must have a valid physical. Open to grades 7–12.
9 days ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer with a basketball court background promoting Woodland High School Basketball Tryouts on November 3. Text reads: “Woodland High School Basketball Tryouts. Boys 4:00 PM–5:15 PM. Girls 5:30 PM–7:30 PM. Must have a valid physical. Grades 7–12. Woodland High School Gymnasium.”
In Our Classrooms: In Mrs. Ayer’s English Language Arts class at Woodland Middle School- DD4, students explored figurative language! The day’s lesson focused on identifying and explaining similes, metaphors, personification, and more; helping students see how creative language brings writing to life.
9 days ago, DD4 Communications
Mrs. Ayer, An English teacher speaks passionately to students, engaging the class in a lively discussion.
A middle school student wearing a pink hoodie works independently on a laptop at her desk in an English Language Arts classroom.
Mrs. Ayer enthusiastically gestures while leading a discussion with students seated around the classroom.
A student focuses intently as he writes in his notebook during a classroom writing activity.
A student concentrates on his work, holding a pencil above his notebook during an English lesson.
Two students work quietly at their desks, one writing in a notebook and another reading a paper during class.
A student wearing glasses listens carefully during an English Language Arts lesson, with papers spread on his desk.
A student smiles slightly while looking across the classroom, holding a pencil and notebook on her desk.
A student in a blue hoodie writes in his notebook while seated near a bookshelf filled with classroom books.

Dorchester School District Four families,
The October Newsletters are now available on our district website.

You can view them here: https://tinyurl.com/49x72f68

29 days ago, DD4 Communications
Newsletter titled “Helping Students Learn – Middle School, October 2025, Dorchester School District Four.” The main article on the left is titled “Spending time learning in nature supports success in school” with a photo of a smiling middle school boy in a green and yellow jacket outdoors. The article lists activities such as photo scavenger hunts, making maps, identifying wildlife, writing poetry, and using the sun to make a sundial. Below it is a green box titled “Talk about student responsibilities,” encouraging families to help children fulfill duties, be self-reliant, and persist with goals. On the right side, shorter articles include: “Promote active thinking” with a photo of a girl. “Encourage reading ahead” about preparing before class. “Offer tips for clear writing” encouraging focus on topic, organization, word choice, and mechanics. The footer lists sources, credits, and copyright for The Parent Institute.
Parents, please expect school bus delays this afternoon.

As of 1:00 p.m., I-95 southbound at the St. George interchange (mile marker 77) is closed due to a hazardous material spill. Traffic is being rerouted along Highways 15 and 78, which may cause significant delays in our area.

If you have questions about transportation, please contact the Transportation Office at (843) 636-5001.
29 days ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic with the Dorchester School District Four logo in the top left corner. The background is a dark brick wall. Large text reads “Traffic Alert Delay” in red, orange, yellow, and green gradient colors. On the right side, there are three stacked traffic lights showing red, yellow, and green signals.
Student Vaccination Clinic
Woodland Middle School
October 7, 2025

Reminder:
Students must have the Tdap vaccination before entering the 7th grade.
This is a great opportunity to get this out of the way without missing school.

Students must have a signed Parent/Guardian Consent Form before any vaccines may be given.

There are other vaccines available, as well.
Contact Nurse Owens for more information:
843-563-3171 or .
29 days ago, WMS
Vaccination Clinic October 7th

In our classrooms!

Woodland Middle School kicked off its first club meetings of the year this past Friday! One of the featured clubs is Robotics, where students jumped right in by practicing their engineering skills with snap circuits. Thank you to Mrs. Pamela Rhode for leading this exciting opportunity for our students.

about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
A student in a black hoodie works intently with a snap circuits board, connecting components to create an electronic project. Another student in red is seated beside them working on a similar project.
A student in a leopard print shirt follows instructions from a snap circuits manual while assembling a project on their circuit board. Other students in the background are also engaged in building.
A smiling student in a leopard print shirt poses proudly with her snap circuits project in progress, sitting at a classroom desk with materials spread out.
A student in a red hoodie carefully places components onto a snap circuits board while another student beside him works on their project. The snap circuits kit and instruction manual are visible.
A student in a black t-shirt works on a snap circuits board, pointing to a lit-up bulb on the project while following instructions from the manual.
Dear DD4 Community,

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Disturbance 94L.
At this time, Dorchester School District Four will operate on a regular schedule.
Thank you for your flexibility and ongoing support of our students.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
A weather update announcement graphic from Dorchester School District Four. The background shows a cloudy sky. The text reads: "Important Announcement – Weather Update." The Dorchester School District Four logo is centered below the word "Update," with the district name written underneath.
Dear DD4 ​Community,

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Disturbance 94L. Governor McMaster has declared a state of emergency as the system could strengthen into a tropical storm or hurricane approaching the Southeast early next week.

Superintendent Beckwith and our principals are prepared, and we will communicate quickly if school schedules need to be adjusted.

Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our students.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
A graphic with a cloudy sky background featuring the text “Important Announcement: Weather Update” in bold green and gray letters. The Dorchester School District Four logo is centered at the bottom, along with the district’s name.
Dorchester County Emergency Management, Dorchester School District Four, and our key stakeholders are closely monitoring Invest 94L (future Imelda), which is currently forecast to become a Tropical Depression near the central and northwest Bahamas in the next few days.

Although details remain uncertain, if impacts do occur, the most likely time frame would be early next week.

Superintendent Beckwith has been in contact with school principals to ensure preparedness in the event school schedules need to be adjusted. Please stay tuned for official updates as forecasts are released.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic with a cloudy sky background showing the words 'Important Announcement' at the top, 'Weather Update' in bold large letters in the center, and the Dorchester School District Four logo beneath. The bottom text reads 'Dorchester School District Four.
Dorchester School District Four’s Title I schools will soon host their annual Title I meetings. These meetings give parents and guardians an overview of how federal funds will support students in 2025–2026, including instructional programs, assessments, and family engagement activities.

Check the schedule below and join us to learn more about how Title I benefits our schools and students!

Las escuelas Título I del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester pronto celebrarán sus reuniones anuales de Título I. Estas reuniones ofrecen a padres y tutores una visión general de cómo los fondos federales apoyarán a los estudiantes en 2025–2026, incluyendo programas de instrucción, evaluaciones y actividades de participación familiar.

Revise el horario a continuación y acompáñenos para conocer más sobre cómo el programa Título I beneficia a nuestras escuelas y estudiantes.
about 1 month ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer titled “Dorchester School District Four Announces Annual Title I Meetings.” The flyer explains that Title I provides federal funding to support and expand educational services and that schools are required to hold annual meetings. The flyer lists meeting dates, times, grades, and locations for Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary, and Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: September 18, 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Harleyville: September 18, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafeteria. Williams Memorial: September 3 (Pre-K), September 4 (5th grade), September 8 (4th grade), September 9 (2nd grade), September 10 (1st grade), September 11 (3rd grade), all from 5:00–6:00 p.m., media center. Woodland Middle: September 10, 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Contact information for Dr. Tracy Elmore Jackson is provided at the bottom.
Folleto titulado “Dorchester School District Four Anuncia Reuniones Anuales del Título I.” El folleto explica que el programa Título I proporciona fondos federales para apoyar y ampliar los servicios educativos y que las escuelas deben celebrar reuniones anuales. El folleto incluye fechas, horas, grados y lugares para Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary y Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. Harleyville: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafetería. Williams Memorial: 3 de septiembre (Pre-Kinder), 4 de septiembre (5º grado), 8 de septiembre (4º grado), 9 de septiembre (2º grado), 10 de septiembre (1º grado), 11 de septiembre (3º grado), todos de 5:00–6:00 p.m., centro de medios. Woodland Middle: 10 de septiembre de 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. La información de contacto de la Dra. Tracy Elmore Jackson aparece al final.
It’s game day at Woodland Middle! 🏈
Come cheer on the Wolverines as they take on Gregg Middle in their home opener tonight at WHS Stadium.

📅 Tuesday, September 10
⏰ 6:00 PM
🎟 Tickets: $8 online only
🔗 Get your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/4118555?schoolId=SC2689
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Graphic promoting Woodland Middle School’s home football opener. The design features bold text reading “Game Day” with the Woodland Wolverines logo in the background. Details include: Woodland Middle vs Gregg Middle, September 10 at 6 PM, WHS Stadium. Ticket price is $8 with sales available online at GoFan. A football graphic is also displayed along with a QR code for tickets.
Dorchester School District Four’s Title I schools will soon host their annual Title I meetings. These meetings give parents and guardians an overview of how federal funds will support students in 2025–2026, including instructional programs, assessments, and family engagement activities.

Check the schedule below and join us to learn more about how Title I benefits our schools and students!

Las escuelas Título I del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester pronto celebrarán sus reuniones anuales de Título I. Estas reuniones ofrecen a padres y tutores una visión general de cómo los fondos federales apoyarán a los estudiantes en 2025–2026, incluyendo programas de instrucción, evaluaciones y actividades de participación familiar.

Revise el horario a continuación y acompáñenos para conocer más sobre cómo el programa Título I beneficia a nuestras escuelas y estudiantes.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer titled “Dorchester School District Four Announces Annual Title I Meetings.” The flyer explains that Title I provides federal funding to support and expand educational services and that schools are required to hold annual meetings. The flyer lists meeting dates, times, grades, and locations for Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary, and Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: September 18, 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Harleyville: September 18, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafeteria. Williams Memorial: September 3 (Pre-K), September 4 (5th grade), September 8 (4th grade), September 9 (2nd grade), September 10 (1st grade), September 11 (3rd grade), all from 5:00–6:00 p.m., media center. Woodland Middle: September 10, 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Contact information for Dr. Tracy Elmore Jackson is provided at the bottom.
Folleto titulado “Dorchester School District Four Anuncia Reuniones Anuales del Título I.” El folleto explica que el programa Título I proporciona fondos federales para apoyar y ampliar los servicios educativos y que las escuelas deben celebrar reuniones anuales. El folleto incluye fechas, horas, grados y lugares para Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary y Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. Harleyville: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafetería. Williams Memorial: 3 de septiembre (Pre-Kinder), 4 de septiembre (5º grado), 8 de septiembre (4º grado), 9 de septiembre (2º grado), 10 de septiembre (1º grado), 11 de septiembre (3º grado), todos de 5:00–6:00 p.m., centro de medios. Woodland Middle: 10 de septiembre de 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. La información de contacto de la Dra. Tracy Elmore Jackson aparece al final.
Dorchester School District Four’s Title I schools will soon host their annual Title I meetings. These meetings give parents and guardians an overview of how federal funds will support students in 2025–2026, including instructional programs, assessments, and family engagement activities.

Check the schedule below and join us to learn more about how Title I benefits our schools and students!

Las escuelas Título I del Distrito Escolar Cuatro de Dorchester pronto celebrarán sus reuniones anuales de Título I. Estas reuniones ofrecen a padres y tutores una visión general de cómo los fondos federales apoyarán a los estudiantes en 2025–2026, incluyendo programas de instrucción, evaluaciones y actividades de participación familiar.

Revise el horario a continuación y acompáñenos para conocer más sobre cómo el programa Título I beneficia a nuestras escuelas y estudiantes.
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer titled “Dorchester School District Four Announces Annual Title I Meetings.” The flyer explains that Title I provides federal funding to support and expand educational services and that schools are required to hold annual meetings. The flyer lists meeting dates, times, grades, and locations for Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary, and Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: September 18, 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Harleyville: September 18, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafeteria. Williams Memorial: September 3 (Pre-K), September 4 (5th grade), September 8 (4th grade), September 9 (2nd grade), September 10 (1st grade), September 11 (3rd grade), all from 5:00–6:00 p.m., media center. Woodland Middle: September 10, 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafeteria. Contact information for Dr. Tracy Elmore Jackson is provided at the bottom.
Folleto titulado “Dorchester School District Four Anuncia Reuniones Anuales del Título I.” El folleto explica que el programa Título I proporciona fondos federales para apoyar y ampliar los servicios educativos y que las escuelas deben celebrar reuniones anuales. El folleto incluye fechas, horas, grados y lugares para Clay Hill Elementary, Harleyville Elementary, Williams Memorial Elementary y Woodland Middle. Clay Hill: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 5:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. Harleyville: 18 de septiembre de 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m., cafetería. Williams Memorial: 3 de septiembre (Pre-Kinder), 4 de septiembre (5º grado), 8 de septiembre (4º grado), 9 de septiembre (2º grado), 10 de septiembre (1º grado), 11 de septiembre (3º grado), todos de 5:00–6:00 p.m., centro de medios. Woodland Middle: 10 de septiembre de 2025, 4:30–6:30 p.m., cafetería. La información de contacto de la Dra. Tracy Elmore Jackson aparece al final.
Wolverines Youth Basketball Camp is here! 🏀
September 27–28 | 2:00–4:00 PM | Woodland Middle School Gymnasium

Sharpen your fundamentals with skill-building drills and exciting gameplay designed to boost confidence and performance.

Hosted by Coach Berry, the WHS basketball staff, and student athletes.

Grades: 3–6 | Cost: $40

📍 Woodland Middle School Gymnasium
📅 September 27 & 28
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Flyer with a dark basketball court background and basketballs along the bottom. The top text reads: “Wolverines Youth Basketball Camp – Dribble, Pass, Shoot.” Information includes: sharpen your basketball fundamentals with skill-building drills and gameplay. Hosted by Coach Berry, the WHS basketball staff, and student athletes. Dates: September 27–28. Location: Woodland Middle School Gymnasium. Time: 2:00–4:00 PM. Grades: 3–6. Cost: $40. A QR code is shown for registration.
Woodland Middle kicked off the year with their first pep rally on Wednesday! 💙🐺💚
Students celebrated the launch of the PBIS initiative, met the athletic teams, played exciting games, and even won prizes. The energy in the gym set the tone for a fantastic school year! 🎉🏆
about 2 months ago, DD4 Communications
Two boys, arms linked, work together in a three-legged race on the gym floor during the pep rally.
A large painted banner in the gym reads “Woodland Middle School... We’ve Got Pride! We’ve Got Pep! We’ve Got Spirit!” decorated with smiling emoji faces and blue-and-green designs.
A crowded gym bleacher filled with Woodland Middle School students cheering, clapping, and smiling during the pep rally.
A Woodland Middle staff member waves green pom-poms in the air with a big smile while celebrating alongside other staff and students.
A section of bleachers full of middle school students, many dressed in school colors, watching the pep rally with excitement.
A group of eighth-grade students wearing green spirit gear and face paint smile and hold up a decorated sign that reads “8th.”
A student in a white shirt stands up clapping joyfully while surrounded by classmates who cheer and smile during the pep rally
A girl with face paint wearing a sports jersey decorated with “77” walks through the crowd of students in the bleachers during the pep rally.
Two students participate in a scooter game in the gym, one sitting on a yellow scooter board while the other pushes them across the floor, both wearing face paint and smiling.