Community Update- September 18, 2009

Community Update

From the Superintendent's Desk"From the Desk of the Superintendent"- 9/18/09 Letter

Superintendent Dr. Nancy J. McGinley recounts the events of the county-wide Board meeting on September 14 and discusses her trip to learn about career academies in Pensacola, Florida. She also writes about the district-wide Administrators Meeting held September 17 and the possibility of developing a model similar to the Harlem Children's Zone in Charleston County.

Mark Your CalendarMark Your Calendar!

Are you interested in events occurring in Charleston County's public schools? Read short descriptions of some of the many activities scheduled in the coming week and access links with more information. On Saturday, September 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Charleston Literacy Roundtable will present a fun-filled "Reading on the Square" event in Marion Square in downtown Charleston.

CCSD In the NewsCCSD in the News This Week

Did you miss any of the news coverage this week featuring CCSD schools and programs? See and read the full stories here!   This week’s stories include events and students of St. Johns High, Wando High, Sullivan's Island Elementary, Moultrie Middle, Mt. Pleasant Academy, Academic Magnet, and Burns Elementary.

What's New on CCSDSchools.com?What's New on CCSDSchools.com?

This section includes links to the most recent updates and additions to the CCSD website. Updates this week include the addition of the newly revised Teacher of the Month nomination form, a RTI and PBIS page, a new "Week in Pictures" segment, and an "Across the District" photo gallery featuring the "Day of Caring."

Across the District Photo GalleryAcross the District Photo Gallery: Trident United Way's "Day of Caring"

On September 11, 2009, approximately two dozen public schools across Charleston County hosted projects as part of Trident United Way's "Day of Caring." This gallery contains photographs documenting this incredible day of service at eight schools and programs. Thank you to everyone who made the day such a success!

Week in Pictures"Week in Pictures"- September 17, 2009 Edition

Read about and see photographs of recent achievements and events at six CCSD schools. Learn More!