2022-2023 Press Releases

2022 - 2023 Press Releases

June 23, 2023 -- Stephanie Mitchell selected to lead Matilda F. Dunston Elementary

June 21, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD – Assistant Principal Bloomfield is a learner in all his efforts

June 13, 2023 -- Godfrey-Jackson named State CTE School Counselor of the Year

June 9, 2023 -- Jostens honors 20 CCSD schools for excellence

June 9, 2023 -- NMSC awards college-sponsored scholarships to 15 CCSD students

June 8, 2023 -- MUSC Boeing Center and CCSD partnership improving the district’s wellness culture

June 8, 2023 -- Acceleration Schools host Fantastic Voyage Summit

June 2, 2023 -- Rachel Young selected to lead Montessori Community for the 2023-24 school year

June 2, 2023 -- Jason Sims selected as principal at Laurel Hill beginning 2023-24 school year

June 2, 2023 -- Acceleration Schools student spotlight – college courses at Burke High School encourage excellence

June 2, 2023 -- Peyton Matheson named Beckham’s first valedictorian

June 1, 2023 -- Juneteenth Education and Community Day

May 30, 2023 -- Charleston County School District Board of Trustees Selects New Superintendent to Lead District Forward

May 30, 2023 -- Laing hosts afterschool STEM Club 

May 26, 2023 -- CCSD Graduation Schedule

May 24, 2023 -- CCSD Board of Trustees announces candidate visits

May 23, 2023 -- CCSD’s State of the Schools address

May 22, 2023 -- CCSD honors Rookie Teachers of the Year

May 19, 2023 -- Springfield’s Spencer Quinlan named 2023 CCSD Teacher of the Year 

May 18, 2023 -- CCSD to celebrate Men of CHS Teach cohort

May 18, 2023 -- Morningside Middle School Community Meeting

May 17, 2023 -- Daniel Jenkins Academy hosting Community Day

May 16, 2023 -- Schools focus on making literacy fun in the summer

May 16, 2023 -- CCSD brings home more than 30 honors in SCNSPRA’s Rewards for Excellence

May 15, 2023 -- SOA student wins poetry contest

May 15, 2023 -- North Charleston Elementary celebrated Better World Day

May 12, 2023 -- CCSD hosting annual Growing Our Own Signing Day

May 12, 2023 -- Springfield’s Spencer Quinlan named 2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist

May 11, 2023 -- Camp Road’s Spitzer named 2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year

May 11, 2023 -- Wando named Capturing Kids’ Heart National Showcase School

May 10, 2023 -- Seven CCSD students earn National Merit $2,500 Scholarships

May 10, 2023 -- Wando’s McGee named 2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalists

May 9, 2023 -- Burke’s Alexis Marianiello named Top Five Teacher of the Year for 2023

May 8, 2023 -- Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies Annual Spring Showcase

May 8, 2023 -- Mary Ford’s Bilsback named Top Five 2023 Teacher of the Year Finalist

May 7, 2023 -- CCSD honors outstanding teachers

May 5, 2023 -- EL Education curriculum brings learning to life and boosts SC READY scores

May 5, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD  Paul Hart nurtures students through nutrition

May 4, 2023 -- Moultrie Middle principal Chas Coker selected to lead Wando High beginning 2023-2024 school year

May 4, 2023 -- Nick Reese selected to lead Moultrie Middle for 2023-2024 school year

May 4, 2023 -- Harbor View competing in Charleston Dragon Boat Festival

May 3, 2023 -- An Evening with the Stars – CCSD’s Gala 

May 2, 2023 -- D20PCP's May Festival

May 1, 2023 -- Whitesides student wins state art contest

April 28, 2023 -- Wando’s Nicole Breen honored as 2023 SC Scholastic Journalist of the Year

April 28, 2023 -- CCSD’s Phase IV provided students, community with new facilities and significant improvements

April 27, 2023 -- Family festival planned for West Ashley families April 29, 2023 

April 26, 2023 -- Pair of Academic Magnet students receive corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships

April 26, 2023 -- April is School Library Month – How librarians support literacy, student achievement, and a love of reading 

April 25, 2023 -- CCSD Expanded Learning increasing literacy activities in afterschool programs

April 21, 2023 -- Ceremony to celebrate new outdoor learning pavilion at Edith L. Frierson Elementary

April 21, 2023 -- University of Virginia’s program inspires improvement in CCSD schools

April 21, 2023 -- Grants help CCSD celebrate Earth Day year-round

April 20, 2023 -- Zucker Middle principal Chris Haynes to fill role permanently

April 20, 2023 -- Laurel Hill principal to lead James B. Edwards Elementary beginning 2023-2024 school year

April 18, 2023 -- CCSD Work-based Learning Partnerships Coordinator earns national recognition 

April 7, 2023 -- CCSD names new leader in its Elementary Learning Community

April 7, 2023 -- CCSD honors Star Principals

April 7, 2023 -- Curtis Walker takes over football program at North Charleston High School

April 6, 2023 -- CCSD taking site applications for 2023 free summer meals program

April 6, 2023 -- CCSD to surprise “Star” principals

April 6, 2023 -- CCSD’s Board of Trustees selects BWP and Associates for superintendent search

April 5, 2023 -- Four CCSD Acceleration Schools released from state improvement list

April 5, 2023 -- Goodwin Elementary hosts ESOL Family Connection Walk

March 31, 2023 -- CCSD announces Top Five Finalists for 2023

March 30, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD- Kerry Sanders strives to be a person of value

March 28, 2023 -- Oscar Douglas selected to lead new department

March 28, 2023 -- CCSD welcomes former trustee to lead Achieve Charleston

March 24, 2023 -- STEAM professionals inspire James Island Elementary students

March 23, 2023 -- Aspire Cohort a proven success

March 23, 2023 -- CCSD students are learning that recycling is more than sorting trash

March 17, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD – Barbara Hairfield committed to the best education for students - from the classroom to the State House

March 10, 2023 -- Wando’s student media teams shatter records at Southern Interscholastic Press Association Conference

March 9, 2023 -- Mayor Summey and Superintendent Kennedy collaborate around common goals for students

March 9, 2023 -- Cario students benefit from new STEM curriculum

March 8, 2023 -- Superintendent Kennedy challenges students to dream big dreams

March 7, 2023 -- Charles Pinckney Elementary wins 13th chess state championship

March 6, 2023 -- Retired Mississippi Superintendent of Education to visit CCSD schools 

March 6, 2023 -- Carolina Park wins CCSD's fourth annual Book Battle

March 3, 2023 -- Charleston County Council honors three CCSD leaders

March 2, 2023 -- Military Magnet girls’ basketball marching toward history

March 1, 2023 -- CCSD opens survey for 2023-2024 Academic Calendar options

February 28, 2023 -- CCSD and Charleston Metro Chamber team up to grow diversity, equity, & inclusion training opportunities  

February 28, 2023 -- CCSD Black Educators affinity groups sponsor Black Wall Street

February 28, 2023 -- Ladson hosts Donuts and Dreams for students and their dads 

February 28, 2023 -- CCSD hosts fourth annual Book Battle

February 27, 2023 -- Jacquelyn Carlen becomes CCSD's Interim Chief Financial Officer

February 23, 2023 -- Career and Technology Month – Students with passion for children earning credits towards an Early Learning teaching career

February 22, 2023 -- Burke hosting Black Wall Street Vendor Fair for Black History Month

February 22, 2023 -- CCSD celebrates school bus drivers on Bus Driver Appreciation Day

February 21, 2023 -- Deninufay West African Drum and Dance Company to visit W.B. Goodwin Elementary

February 21, 2023 -- Former Pinckney day porter honored for work as district groundskeeper

February 21, 2023 -- One of CCSD’s own debuts children’s books to elementary school children

February 17, 2023 -- CCSD's Black Educators Affinity Group celebrates successful two years 

February 17, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD – Michelle Wright is called to serve the schools of CCSD

February 16, 2023 -- Computer Science courses open doors to numerous career pathways

February 14, 2023 --  Pair of Burke scholars honored for performance in college courses

February 9, 2023 -- Career and Technology Education Month - Cooper River CAS students learning electronics and advanced mechatronics

February 7, 2023 -- CCSD Spring Hiring Fair

February 3, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD – Stephanie Nettis takes in account the needs of all CCSD employees and students

February 2, 2023 -- Career and Technology Education Month - Biomedical Students learn everything from DNA analysis to dissection

February 1, 2023 -- CCSD celebrates 45 student-athletes on National Signing Day

February 1, 2023 -- CCSD expands service to community with Focus on Families Expo

January 30, 2023 -- CCSD Acceleration Schools hosting Community Nights

January 26, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD  Michelle Brewer balancing more than just budgets

January 25, 2023 -- CCSD and Boykin Real Estate hosting Focus on Families Expo

January 24, 2023 -- Application process for CCSD’s Early Learning programs opens January 24

January 24, 2023 -- School Choice launched for CCSD January 24, 2023

January 20, 2023 -- Ninety CCSD educators receive STEM grants

January 20, 2023 -- DLI cohort partners with CCSD to focus on Career Readiness 

January 20, 2023 -- Hunter Graham named CCSD's 2023 Spelling Bee Champion

January 19, 2023 -- CCSD and RiverDogs move into seventh year of “Reading Around the Bases” partnership 

January 17, 2023 -- CCSD Spelling Bee returning to in-person format

January 13, 2023 -- Pulse of CCSD - Coach Vince is a mentor on and off the field 

January 11, 2023 -- Jennie Moore SIC named to State Honor Roll

January 10, 2023 - District 3 community meeting for Early Childhood and Family Development Center

January 10, 2023 - Angel Oak Elementary earns certification from Arts in Basic Curriculum

January 9, 2023 -- New interim principal named at Morningside Middle

January 6, 2023 -- Kaleidoscope now accepting 4-year-old CCSD students 

December 16, 2022 -- Wando’s yearbook staff makes history with national award

December 15, 2022 -- Military veteran selected to lead CCSD Facilities Department

December 14, 2022 -- Office of Expanded Learning receives $25,000 from Denny and Mark’s Pro-Am Jam

December 9, 2022 -- Horticulture program comes full circle – now taught by former student

December 7, 2022 -- CCSD’s McKinney-Vento program provides first annual Thanksgiving dinner to families

December 6, 2022 -- Children’s author/illustrator Duo Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr visit CPA

December 6, 2022 -- D20 PCP wasting no time implementing teacher retention initiatives

December 5, 2022 -- CCSD hosts early learning symposium

December 2, 2022 -- Slow Down for Students: James Simons parents push for pedestrian safety

December 2, 2022 -- Pulse of CCSD – Eric Stallings strives to be an agent of change 

November 30, 2022 -- Freligh named Lowcountry Regional Librarian of the Year

November 30, 2022 -- Three CCSD schools earn awards in annual Holiday Festival of Lights greeting card competition

November 30, 2022 -- Expanded Learning (Kaleidoscope) Officer graduates from prestigious Riley Institute program

November 29, 2022 -- CCSD hosting Early Learning Kindergarten Readiness Symposium

November 28, 2022 -- CCSD recognized for grounds maintenance excellence

November 21, 2022 -- Students collect flip flops to support children in Liberia

November 18, 2022 -- CCSD’s McKinney-Vento program to provide Thanksgiving Dinner for their displaced and unhoused families

November 18, 2022 -- Pulse of CCSD - CCSD celebrates Jacob Garreau - a Native American "royal"

November 11, 2022 -- CCSD Board of Trustees implements goals and guardrails for district

November 11, 2022 -- CCSD’s Vision 2027: Where all students read on grade level by grade 5

November 10, 2022 -- All of CCSD moving to eLearning Day for Friday, November 11, 2022

November 10, 2022 -- CCSD, MUSC, and TTC team up to expand healthcare career opportunities for students

November 9, 2022 -- District 20 schools and programs moving to eLearning Day for Thursday

November 8, 2022 -- Wando’s marching band wins 14th state championship

November 8, 2022 -- STEM studies picking up STEAM in CCSD

November 7, 2022 -- District 3 community meeting scheduled to discuss Early Childhood and Family Development Center

November 4, 2022 -- Pulse of CCSD – Nate Hamric never misses an opportunity to demonstrate the virtue of kindness

November 3, 3033 -- Burke Bulldog Bowl being held as part of Mental Health Week

November 3, 2022 -- Wando’s yearbook takes top honor in the state 

November 1, 2022 -- Four CCSD schools awarded grants from Laura Bush Foundation

October 31, 2022 -- CCSD staff to provide update on new elementary school to District 9 community

October 28, 2022 -- Pulse of CCSD – Backman’s law enforcement career celebrated on National First Responders Day

October 27, 2022 -- Fifty CCSD students honored by the College Board’s National Recognition Programs

October 27, 2022 -- Baptist Hill construction program receives support from Southeastern Construction

October 26, 2022 -- A transformation is happening under the leadership of Principal Smalls

October 26, 2022 -- Anna Mims to lead Angel Oak Primary School in 2024

October 26, 2022 -- Judy Condon to lead new District 9 elementary school in 2024

October 25, 2022 -- Wando’s marching band places second in Bands of America regional competition

October 25, 2022 -- Anita Huggins is CCSD's Deputy Superintendent 

October 25, 2022 -- Angel Oak Elementary named ArtsNOW Leadership School

October 20, 2022 -- Military Magnet Academy hosting 25th anniversary celebration

October 19, 2022 -- Dr. Shannon Cook celebrates every student or staff success

October 17, 2022 -- CCSD grows number of Excellent, Good, & Average schools by nearly 7%

October 14, 2022 -- Seymour and Paylor appointed CCSD's Interim Co-General Counsel

October 13, 2022 -- Dedication ceremony for R.B. Stall’s Newcomer Center

October 13, 2022 -- Drayton Hall Elementary named Apple Distinguished School

October 12, 2022 -- CCSD improves on Advanced Placement results

October 12, 2022 -- CCSD’s District 20 PCP initiative off to a successful start

October 12, 2022 -- Principal Malone makes sure basic needs of students and families are met

October 11, 2022 -- Burke students gain access to more dual credit courses 

October 7, 2022 -- CCSD's Brandi Blake honored by Charleston Business Magazine

October 7, 2022 -- CCSD and City of Charleston hosting joint press conference to promote D20PCP

October 5, 2022 -- Chas Coker creates a culture at Moultrie that everyone wants to be a part of

October 4, 2022 -- Pepperhill principal to serve in new role

October 4, 2022 -- Lara Latto selected to lead Pepperhill Elementary

September 28, 2022 -- CCSD moving to eLearning Days for Thursday, September 29, and Friday, September 30

September 27, 2022 -- CCSD switching to eLearning Day on Friday, September 30, 2022

September 27, 2022 -- CCSD schools receive grants from TangerKids

September 23, 2022 -- CCSD to co-sponsor NCPD’s Powder Puff football league 

September 23, 2022 -- CCSD bests state average in ACT WorkKeys assessment

September 23, 2022 -- CCSD earns first ever Partnership District Award

September 21, 2022 -- Rick Hendrick donates sweatshirts and spirit shirts to C.E. Williams North

September 20, 2022 -- Forty CCSD students recognized as 2023 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

September 19, 2022 -- CCSD students significantly improve on End-of-Course examinations

September 19, 2022 -- Northwoods Middle receives Outride grant

September 16, 2022 -- Principal Baez graduates from Civic Leadership Program

September 14, 2022 -- District celebrates National Arts in Education Week

September 13, 2022 -- Leadership Charleston's Class of 2023 features two CCSD leaders 

September 13, 2022 -- Septima Clark Girls with P.E.A.R.L.S. awarded $1,000 by Education Association 

September 12, 2022 -- Lisa Allison to lead Department of Student Support Services

September 12, 2022 -- CCSD has host of mental health supports to benefit students and staff

September 9, 2022 -- Two CCSD leaders to join Riley Institute's Diversity Leaders Initative

September 8, 2022 -- District launches new online reading platform for students and staff

September 6, 2022 -- CCSD Operations Division celebrates employees of the year 

September 6, 2022 -- CCSD students outperform state on both SCPASS and SC READY

August 29, 2022 -- Reese named Interim Principal at Early College High School

August 29, 2022 -- Veteran leader Vanessa Denney to lead CCSD Communications Division

August 29, 2022 -- Pulse of CCSD – CCSD alum steers department in charge of helping students and families

August 23, 2022 -- Governor McMaster to sign bill at North Charleston Elementary supporting Vision To Learn 

August 16, 2022 -- Superintendent hosting press conference on first day of school year

August 16, 2022 -- District partners with library to offer adult English language course

August 12, 2022 -- Anthony Dixon selected to serve as Chief of Schools

August 12, 2022 -- Stoney Field renovations complete in time for 2022-2023 school year

August 12, 202 -- CCSD rolls out new EL curriculum

August 12, 2022 -- District completes Facilities improvements

August 12, 2022 -- James Island Charter High School unveils new CTE and gym spaces 

August 12, 2022 -- CCSD's annual Back-to-School Hotline to start next week

August 11, 2022 -- Newcomer program at R.B. Stall to help high school students learn English quickly

August 10, 2022 -- CCSD Capital Programs and Facilities Management media tour

August 9, 2022 -- SOA senior named as National Student Poet 

August 8, 2022 -- Sims selected to serve on NAEYC Council

August 8, 2022 -- R.B. Stall presents special artwork to animal society

August 3, 2022 -- CCSD releases ticket information for inaugural district football jamboree

August 1, 2022 -- AVCA honors Wando volleyball for sixth straight year

July 28, 2022 -- Channa Williams named CCSD Chief Financial Officer

July 28, 2022 -- Jennifer Swearingen promoted to lead all elementary schools

July 28, 2022 -- Elementary schools leader to serve as Interim CAO

July 28, 2022 -- Veteran CCSD leader Anita Huggins appointed Interim Deputy Superintendent of Schools

July 22, 2022 -- CCSD releases information regarding school meals for 2022-2023 school year

July 21, 2022 -- Wando culinary students collect multiple honors at national FCCLA Conference

July 20, 2022 -- Three NCHS students chosen to attend Summer Transportation Institute at Benedict College

July 14, 2022 -- CCSD students’ works displayed at MUSC 

July 14, 2022 -- Four additional CCSD graduates earn 2022 college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships

July 13, 2022 -- Kim Wilson to serve as interim principal at Wando High School

July 13, 2022 -- Wando principal selected to lead CCSD high schools as associate superintendent

July 12, 2022 -- CCSD hosting community meeting to provide update on ECHS support building

July 7, 2022 -- CCSD Summer programs a great success

July 6, 2022 -- CCSD to welcome Michael DeJong as interim principal at Baptist Hill

July 6, 2022 -- Daniel Jenkins to welcome Quintella Middleton as principal

July 6, 2022 -- CCSD to welcome Bryan Coleman as interim principal at Cario Middle

July 6, 2022 -- Veteran leader Steve Larson to guide Stall High as executive principal

July 6, 2022 -- CCSD welcomes new principal at Deer Park Middle

July 6, 2022 -- CCSD to welcome Jermaine Joyner as principal at St. John's High School

July 5, 2022 -- CCSD presenting update on Hampstead Mall project