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SOA Costume & Fashion Design students using their skills to support health workers
The students in Caroline Baker’s Costume & Fashion Design classes at Charleston County School of the Arts (SOA) received some tough news this week. Since the closure of schools in South Carolina is now extended through the end of April due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, SOA’s annual Fashion Show is postponed indefinitely. However, from adversity comes opportunity - an opportunity to serve and support the health care community.
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The application period for requesting student transfers will end March 31, 2020.
The application period for requesting student transfers will end March 31, 2020.
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CCSD nurses collect medical supplies for the community
Nurses in Charleston County School District (CCSD) cleaned out their clinics this week in an effort to provide much-needed supplies. The coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has taken a toll on health care workers on the front line and their ability to obtain things as basic as gloves and N-95 surgical masks.
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Joint Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman
Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman today released the following joint statement announcing that South Carolina’s schools will remain closed for the duration of the month of April.
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CCSD Teachers of the Year
Charleston County School District (CCSD) officials surprised five unsuspecting teachers on February 28, by announcing their selection of the Top 5 Finalists for 2020 Teacher of the Year. The district’s current Teacher of the Year, Jayuntay Williams, (West Ashley Middle School) presented each finalist with flowers and a certificate. Each finalist had the opportunity to check out a BMW from Rick Hendrick BMW of Charleston that the District Teacher of the Year will receive at the TOY Celebration Dinner, which is scheduled for April 29, 2020. Congratulations to each of our finalists!
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Unsung Educator of the Week
The "Unsung Educator of the Week" is a weekly honor given to a CCSD educator. The winner is nominated by a peer because of their determination to go above and beyond for our students. The winner for the week is published each Friday in the CCSD All Staff newsletter.
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Mission Critical Actions
After months of intense study and listening, the CCSD Board of Trustees recently approved a set of bold actions taking steps to better align the work of the district and schools with the stated value that students are “the heart” of our work.
