Charleston County
School District
Departments
We offer alternative pathways for individuals interested in becoming educators through non-traditional routes. These programs provide opportunities to transition into teaching while gaining the experience and support needed for success in the classroom.
- Human Resources
- teaching
The Department of Assessment and Evaluation oversees assessments that measure student, educator, and school-wide performance; develops and supports strategic planning and improvement efforts; provides program evaluation, research, and data analyses; manages data information systems such as Data Central and internal and public interactive dashboards. The calendar for assessments in the district is available in this section of the website as well.
- Assessment
The district’s Athletics department supports high school sports programs across the county by coordinating schedules, providing training and resources for coaches, and ensuring compliance with safety and eligibility regulations. The department also facilitates facility management and organizes league competitions to enhance the overall athletic experience for students.
- Athletics
- sports
The Benefits and Compensation department manages employee salaries, wages, and benefits packages and ensures competitive and equitable compensation for all staff members. It oversees health insurance and retirement plans and provides support for any compensation-related inquiries or issues. Additionally, the department works to align compensation strategies with the district's budget and policy goals.
- Benefits
- compensation
The Department of Capital Programs creates safe and caring learning and working environments as it manages capital projects for construction, remodeling, and renovation through the One-Cent Sales Tax. Information about current and future building projects throughout the district (listed by Constituent District) is available in this section of the website, as well as informational briefs presented to the public regarding current and future projects.
- buildings
- construction
CCSD Career & Technical Education Programs of Study are aligned with our local talent needs to provide seamless pathways for all students to become “Future Ready” for College, Career, and Citizenship!
- Internships
- schools
The district’s Certified Recruitment and Staffing department manages the hiring process for certified teaching and administrative positions, ensuring that all candidates meet state licensure and certification requirements. It handles job postings, applicant screenings, interviews, and onboarding for new staff, while also supporting ongoing staff development and addressing staffing needs within the school.
- certified
- staffing
Child Find is a federal and state-mandated initiative that requires school districts to identify, locate, and evaluate children with disabilities who may need special education and related services. Through outreach, screening, and assessments, the program aims to ensure that all eligible children, from birth through age 21, receive the appropriate support and services to address their unique educational needs.
- exceptional chldren
The Classified Recruitment and Staffing department focuses on hiring non-teaching staff, such as administrative support and paraprofessionals. It handles the recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding for these positions. Their efforts ensure that the school is staffed with qualified individuals to support the operation of the educational environment.
- Professional Hiring
- Trades
The Office of Communications supports schools and the district through messaging, promotion, marketing, and strategic engagement of the community. The office also handles digital and social media, media relations, a variety of celebrations, events, and district-wide recognitions.
- Media Relations
- Publications
- Website and Social Media
The district’s Office of Early Childhood Readiness Programs provides rigorous, developmentally appropriate instruction that incorporates social-emotional learning in a safe and nurturing environment. The office oversees Early Head Start, Head Start, and Child Development (Pre-K) programs throughout the county, including the registration and testing process (for Pre-K).
- Head Start
- Pre-K
In order to ensure that all students have access to high-quality teachers and to help equip classroom leaders with the tools they need to succeed, this department offers a continuum of support for beginning and experienced teachers and principals. This office also administers the South Carolina Expanded ADEPT SCTS 4.0 Evaluation to teachers, provides ADEPT Evaluation Information for Library Media Specialists and Guidance Counselors, and oversees Goals-Based Evaluations for additional staff members.
- Leaders
- Professional Development
The Employee Relations (ER) staff members serve as highly skilled resources to employees and managers on a variety of employee relations issues. The ER department provides support and coaching services to employees, positioning and empowering them to seek resolution to issues affecting their work.
The Department of Exceptional Children designs, delivers, and implements enhanced systems of support that meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, ensuring that all students have the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to be college- and career-ready, independent, and productive citizens. The department also provides students, families, and schools with support and assistance to ensure every student's success.
The Office of Expanded Learning leads Charleston County School Districts' after-school initiatives, including Kaleidoscope. Kaleidoscope is a fee-based program that operates using an income-based sliding scale for tuition. The office also manages several 21st Century Afterschool Grants, summer programs, as well as after-school enrichment classes such as chess, dance, art, coding, engineering, foreign language, music, and lacrosse.
The Office of Facilities Management works to provide safe, healthy, comfortable, and pleasant facilities that enhance learning. Team members work to anticipate facilities’ needs and meet them before they become obvious. Facilities Management consists of several operational components including Engineering, Environmental/Energy Services, Facility Maintenance, Maintenance Planning, Plant Operations, and Programming.
The Department of Federal Programs provides assistance to Title I schools and other applicable entities for the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs as allowable by federal funds. The office offers enrichment programs for families of Multilingual Learners, student-supportive health services, and services for displaced homeless families.
This page of the website provides directions on how to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, including information on costs associated with a request and a timeline for a response. Any member of the public is entitled to submit a FOIA, which can range from documents and records to extensive data requests.
- Public Records
The district’s Department of Information Technology (IT) provides students and teachers with a wide variety of technology for learning and teaching. IT is involved in creating well-equipped computer labs, selecting instructional software, managing the district’s email system, and filtering internet access. IT also manages a Help Desk for staff members during each work day to address technology questions and issues.
- Computer/Devices
- Networks
Legal Services is responsible for providing district leadership with legal advice and managing legal matters involving CCSD. The division also works with the Board of Trustees on the creation of new policies and revisions to existing policies.
- General Counsel
The Nursing Services Department promotes healthy students and healthy schools. The office oversees the school nurses (at least one in every CCSD school), strengthens teaching and learning by removing health barriers, supports and expands school wellness initiatives, and shares critical, timely health information with students, families, and staff. Information about required vaccines is available in this section of the website as well.
- Diseases
- Immunizations
- Medical Information
The Department of Nutrition Services oversees the distribution of healthy and nutritious school meals to students throughout the district. The office also manages the federal programs for breakfast, lunch, and summer meals. In addition to the federal programs, it coordinates the Mid-Morning Snack Program, the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Head Start, and Early Head Start Meals Program, as well as one of the largest supper programs in the state.
- Free and Reduced Lunch
- School Menus
This department is responsible for processing employee salaries, wages, and related financial transactions, ensuring that staff are paid accurately and on time. They manage payroll records, handle deductions for taxes and benefits, and address any payroll-related inquiries or issues. Additionally, it ensures compliance with applicable labor laws and district policies regarding compensation.
The Office of Planning and Real Estate handles planning (including student enrollment projections, school attendance zoning, and building and program capacity), use of facilities (including rentals for after-hour use by organizations and staffing of auditoriums and regional stadiums), and real estate (acquiring and selling land and facilities, titles and deeds, working with municipalities on zoning district property, and contracts and agreements for property).
The district has the following two departments soliciting and awarding bids: 1) Construction Procurement Services is responsible for the procurement of all construction needs. They manage the construction bidding process, procure furniture, fixtures, and equipment for new facilities, and establish indefinite-delivery contracts. 2) Procurement Services is responsible for procurement of the supplies, services, and information technology needed to ensure continued operations.
- Contracts
- Solicitations
The Department of Safety and Risk Services handles workers' compensation claims and insurance-related matters for the district. In addition, the office identifies, assesses, and mitigates potential risks to ensure a safe learning environment for students and staff. They develops and implements safety protocols. Additionally, it monitors compliance with safety regulations and works to prevent accidents and manage safety-related issues across the district.
The district’s Office of School Choice provides responsive and proactive customer service to families interested in CCSD school choice options. Information about the district’s magnet and charter schools, virtual programs, and student transfer options are included in this section of the website. The office also coordinates access to CCSD Online, Virtual Charleston, and Low Country Virtual.
- Military Resources
- Student Transfer
- Virtual Learning
The Department of School Support & Community Engagement (DoSS) provides wraparound services and essential resources to enhance student success in the following areas: school discipline, school attendance, school and community engagement, and prevention and intervention services for student discipline hearings. Information about annual attendance campaigns is available in this section.
The Office of Security and Emergency Management team coordinates the district's comprehensive school safety program that incorporates the principles of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Learn about initiatives such as the Random Search and Safety program, the School Resource Officer program, the School Security Officer program, and the Standard Response Protocol in this section of the website.
- Safety Procedures
- School Security
- Weather Closure Policy
The Department of Student Information includes both PowerSchool-Help and Pupil Accounting. PowerSchool-Help manages and supports PowerSchool applications, gradebooks, report cards, and data validation, while Pupil Accounting is responsible for the submission of state reporting, attendance, enrollment data, and the support of school data specialists. Together these two entities support financial reporting and state/federal funding.
- PowerSchool
- Registration
The Department of Student Support Services provides a continuum of support to students and families in the areas of relationship-centered learning, positive behavioral supports, mental health and wellness, substance use, and evaluation for special education services. The office also provides professional development and coaching to teachers and school staff in order to promote positive relationships and safe and supportive learning environments.
The district’s Department of Student Transportation works to provide an efficient, cost-effective, and reliable transportation service for students and parents. Information about First Student (CCSD’s main transportation vendor), the First View app, bell times, bus safety, and bus stops is available in this section of the website. The complaint/feedback form can be found in this part of the website.