Congratulations to John Donato for his excellent performance at the National Spelling Bee where he placed 20th out of over 240 participants!!! Good job, John! We are all SO PROUD of you!
Read News Article: https://www.postandcourier.com/news/local_state_news/national-spelling-bee-dd4-john-donato/article_0a9feb7f-2f4a-419c-b066-8d539c52ea58.html
End of Year Ceremonies
UPDATE: Woodland Middle School has made history by earning the highest points ever!
Today we give a big shoutout to the incredible Finance Department of Dorchester School District Four!
💼 Penny Hutto – Chief Financial Officer
💼 Anna Cribb – Senior Accountant
💼 Mirela Lazescu – Accounts Payable
💼 Tiffany Strong-Moorer – Special Revenue Accountant
💼 Elizabeth Stroble – Payroll Manager
From balancing budgets to processing payroll, managing accounts, and ensuring every dollar is put to good use—this team keeps the district running smoothly behind the scenes.
Thank you for your precision, professionalism, and dedication to excellence. We appreciate all that you do!
#DD4Finance #DD4Strong #ThankYou #SchoolBusinessExcellence
The St. George Library will be hosting a Summer Reading Art Contest/Display for the months of June and July. The theme this year is "Color Our World" and will celebrate art in various forms. See the attached flyers for more information.
Mobile Pantry Food Distribution. Thursday, May 15 from 3pm - 5pm at St. George Middle School. Located BEHIND the school. 600 Minus Street, St. George, SC.
🎉 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
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
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
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
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!
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!
Schedule Reminder
Monday, April 21 is a regular school day.
