Woodland Middle School

Check out the Digital Literacy Family Nights happening at the Dorchester County Library on Thursday, November 7th, and Thursday, December 5th. All ages are welcome! Win fabulous door prizes, get help with mobile devices, receive one-on-one computer assistance, and learn about digital literacy resources! The address is 506 N. Parler Ave, St. George. See you there! #digitalliteracy

✨ **Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day!** ✨ Dorchester School District 4 is incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our custodians. You are the unsung heroes who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for our students, staff, and community. From early mornings to late nights, your commitment ensures our learning environments are at their best. Today, on **School Custodian Appreciation Day**, we want to say THANK YOU for everything you do! You are truly appreciated and play an essential role in our district’s success. 💙💚 #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou #UnsungHeroes #DorchesterSchoolDistrict4 #SchoolCommunity #Gratitude

The Transition Night "A Career Affair" will be held on Tuesday, November 12th 2024 from 5pm-7pm at Woodland Middle School - DD4. There will be fun games, snacks and prizes to win! You will have the opportunity to meet with other parents, participate in activities and games and discover pathways to career readiness. RSVP by scanning the QR Code or by calling (843) 636-5022. This event is open to DD4 Families and their children of all ages to learn about opportunities, community services, and career planning for children and adults with disabilities.

E-Learning Day Dorchester School District 4 will utilize the Teacher Workday/Inclement Weather Day on October 11 as a weather make-up, E-Learning Day for students, as designated in the district's Instructional Calendar. This adjustment is necessary due to the postponement of the first day of school following the impacts of Tropical Storm Debby. Fall Break Dorchester School District 4 Schools and Offices will be closed from October 14th through October 16th for Fall Break. Students and staff will return on Thursday, October 17th. Día de Aprendizaje en Línea El Distrito Escolar de Dorchester 4 utilizará el Día de Trabajo para Maestros/Día de Mal Tiempo el 11 de octubre como un día de recuperación de clases, Día de Aprendizaje en Línea para los estudiantes, tal como se indica en el Calendario Escolar del distrito. Este ajuste es necesario debido al aplazamiento del primer día de clases tras los impactos de la Tormenta Tropical Debby. Vacaciones de Otoño Las escuelas y oficinas del Distrito Escolar de Dorchester 4 estarán cerradas desde el 14 de octubre hasta el 16 de octubre por las Vacaciones de Otoño. Los estudiantes y el personal regresarán el jueves 17 de octubre.

Wednesday night the Woodland Middle School Wolves showcased an exceptional performance, defeating the Alston Middle School Tigers 26-0 at Summerville High school. The game had thrilling moments and great plays that ultimately led the Wolves to bringing home the win. To set the tone for the night #12 Jackson Clifford scored the first touchdown with #40 Sir’mani Grampus following scoring the second touchdown of the game with a remarkable 60-yard run. Then #82 De’Montai Felder added to the excitement with a touchdown of his own. To add, #9 Jet Riley rushed a touchdown from two yards out, had three reflections, two passing touchdowns, two tackles, and a fumble recovery demonstrating his determination. #15 Cooper Chavis then made his presence felt on the field with two tackles and a forced fumble. Additionally, Jackson Clifford had a wonderful performance with one forced fumble, rushing 85 yards, and making five tackles. #7 Mason Johnson also played a key role with two receptions, one fumble recovery, and a rushing play, exhibiting his athleticism and versatility adding to the team's offensive and defensive strategies. Lastly, #10 Justin Marcum was solid on defense, making four tackles. The commitment and communication the boys demonstrated led them to their victory making it a memorable game that highlighted their teamwork and determination. We’re extremely proud of the Wolves and can’t wait to see them play the River Oaks Bobcats at Woodland on October 2nd at 6:00pm. #GoWolves!

WMS PTSO NEWS: See all the flyers below for PTSO October events. They're hosting a candy drive contest next week, a Halloween Dance on Oct. 26, and a Trunk or Treat/Haunted House on Oct. 27--all of the proceeds go to supporting academic enrichment and behavior incentives at WMS! Don't forget to join the PTSO, and let WMS know if you're interested in volunteering with any events. Thank you!

WMS NEWS: We hope everyone is doing well after the storm--as always, thank you for your patience as we return to a normal schedule. Reminder that Wooden Spoon fundraiser forms and money are due in the front office tomorrow, Oct. 1! Also, we will have a Parent Night on Oct. 10 from 4-7pm. Come see our new school, meet your student's teachers, and learn about the 21st Century After School program--see the flyer for more info on how to register. We will also have a PBIS 1st Quarter Celebration during the school day for students on Oct. 18. Students need to be passing all classes and have no referrals between Sept. 20 and Oct. 18 to go. If you're concerned about your student's grades or behavior, call the school or contact the teachers to set up a meeting to discuss any issues.

Woodland Middle School Parent Night

The Dorchester School District 4 Back2School Bash/National Night Out has been rescheduled for TOMORROW from 4pm-8pm at Davis-Bailey Park in St. George. School supplies will be distributed from 4pm-6pm. #dd4family

Dorchester School District 4 Community Dorchester School District 4 will return to normal operations tomorrow, Monday, September 30th. We understand that some families may still be facing challenges from Hurricane Helene. If it is not safe for your student to return or if you are dealing with power outages or property damage, please reach out to your school principal when you can. They will be empathetic to your situation and accommodate as much as possible. Your safety remains our top priority. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.

Shopping on a budget! Join us for a FREE, interactive class as we discuss: *Reading nutrition facts labels *Using unit prices *Reviewing ways to incorporate fresh, frozen and canned fruits and vegetables into meals. *Identifying whole grains *And more! Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at Woodland Middle School 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437 6:00pm - 7:30pm Sign up by using the QR code or call (843) 563-5923. You may also email Chaquilla Green at cjgreen@dd4.k12.sc.us Receive a $10 gift card that will be provided by the Lowcountry Food Bank

Due to the approaching storm and our dedication to everyone's safety, the Pizza and Bingo event scheduled for this evening has been postponed. We will announce a new date soon and share the details as quickly as possible. Stay safe, DD4!

Our Amazing Cafeteria manager, Kacey Britt, hosted "Dinner Etiquette" with our students on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The trip was in cooperation with the St. George Rosenwald School. Students learned how to set the table, use the correct forks and spoons for meals, and the proper way to hold a glass. Students also got to visit the Children's museum and explore the history of St. George, SC. Thank you for your dedication and hard work Mrs. Britt. Special thanks to Ms. Shiela Keaise at the St. George Rosenwald School for coordinating the visit.

After meeting with our safety team and local officials, Dorchester School District 4 will cancel all after-school activities today, Thursday, September 26th, and will move to an E-Learning Day on Friday, September 27th. This decision was made based on the projected forecast of rain overnight in addition to sustained winds and potential wind gusts in the early morning hours from Hurricane Helene. Schools will be reaching out with e-learning instructions. Your safety remains our foremost concern. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.

On Wednesday night, the Wolves played James Island Middle school at Woodland. Unfortunately, the boys didn’t bring home the win but they still played their hearts out and demonstrated determination and integrity throughout the entire game. We’re beyond proud of the progress that the boys and coaches have already made this season. We’re excited to see the boys play Alston Middle School this Wednesday September 25th at 6:00. See you there, go Wolves!

The Dorchester School District 4 Back2School Bash/National Night Out has been rescheduled for October 1st from 4pm-8pm at Davis-Bailey Park in St. George. School supplies will be distributed from 4pm-6pm. #dd4family

For Immediate Release

💻 Happy National I.T. Professionals Day! 📱 Today, we want to give a special shoutout to our amazing I.T. team here at Dorchester School District 4: Elijah DeLee, Andreana Allen, Charlotte Calloway, Brantley Dantzler, Jeff Dantzler, and Daryl Erwin! Your dedication and hard work keep everything running smoothly, and we appreciate all that you do. Thank you for your tireless efforts! #ITProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #techheroes

Neighbor Choice Mobile Pantry Food Distribution. Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 3pm-5pm. St. George Middle School 600 Minus Street, St. George, SC 29466 Food will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, until supplies are depleted. This is a NO COST event. Please bring your own bags. www.lowcountryfoodbank.org

Join us for an informative and fun-filled event! We will provide information to help you support your child, play bingo, and eat pizza on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Woodland Middle School, 4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437 at 6:00pm. Prizes will be given. Please RSVP by returning the bottom of this form to your child’s school or scan the QR code no later than Thursday, September 19, 2024. All DD4 school families are invited to attend.