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The 5,710 sq.ft. facility houses locker rooms for athletes, a referee locker room, and a training room.
The BCSD Summer Break Café is welcoming all children (age 18 and younger) to participate in the summer meals program.
Looking to CODE this summer? The Beaufort Digital Corridor is offering a one-week CODEcamp this summer. To make this camp accessible to all, scholarships (and breakfast) are available to all! Space is limited so register early.
The Board of Education approves Quackenbush Architects + Planners to design a new elementary school in Bluffton on New Riverside Drive. The new school will have the capacity to house approximately 800 students.
The South Carolina Department of Education has invited the public to review the 2023 South Carolina College and Career Ready Mathematics Standards for use in the state’s public schools. Your feedback is requested by June 12.
Ms. Mauriana Sciullo’s dedication to the profession of teaching has a substantial impact on the lives of her students and the school community. We congratulate her on this recognition!
- OES News
Students in the Gifted & Talented Program are eligible to participate in Sea Islands School for the Academic Arts (SISA)
during the week of June 12 – 16, 2023.
Fill out forms by May 22nd
The Teaching Fellows Program's mission is to recruit talented high school seniors into the teaching profession and help them develop leadership qualities.
The Award was created in 2002 to highlight the significant contributions made to public education by the nearly 12,000 School Improvement Council members who volunteer in every public school in the state.
Congratulations to our 2023-24 District Teacher of the Year and Staff Person of the Year. We really appreciate you!
- OES News
A Big Congrats to Chris Lancaster, our Teacher of the Year, and Jennifer Williamsen, our Support of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year.
Darby Kinsey, Battery Creek High School Class of 2023, was unanimously selected as the inaugural recipient of the Pat Conroy’s Literary Center’s Future Educator Scholarship and awarded the prestigious Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) South Carolina Teaching Fellowship. Congratulations!
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May River High is hosting a girls Basketball camp this summer.
When: July 10th - 12th 9am-12pm
Who: Girls entering 1st through 8th grades
Cost :$60 per camper
The first forum will be in Bluffton High School’s cafeteria at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26. The second will be at Beaufort High School at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 27.
Not able to attend? View the proposed budget and provide feedback through BCSD Connected.
Congratulations to this year's Beaufort County School District Senior Scholars. The future looks bright!
A very special shout-out to two district seniors: Cristine Conte from Beaufort High and Layla Love from Whale Branch Early College High. Spectacular accomplishment. We're so proud!
- OES News
Testing is right around the corner. Please make sure not to pull your child out of class on testing days.
Thursday, May 4th Grade 3 ELA Day 1
Tuesday, May 9th Grades 4/5 ELA Day 1
Wednesday, May 10th Grades 3-5 ELA Day 2
Thursday, May 11th Grades 3-5 Math
Tuesday, May 16th Grade 4 Science
Three potential virtual weather make-up days and next year's graduation dates (and a make-up day in the event of inclement weather) have been set. Check it out.
- OES News
**All Students** and parents - listen to this - Bluffton Middle School, H.E. McCracken Middle School, and River Ridge Academy band programs are teaming up to host a **Be Part of the Band Night** at 6 pm on Tuesday, April 18th in the Bluffton Middle School gymnasium. This is open to any 5th grade students in the Bluffton area, **regardless of what school they are attending next year.**
Come on out! Students will be able to try the instruments they've always wanted to play. Now's the chance to **be part of the band**
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Military Appreciation Week is almost here! When we return from break we will be honoring our military men/women and families with a spirit week across the district. Get your outfits ready!❤️🤍💙
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Beach day Thursday, April 6th. Students can wear spring or beach themed attire that is school appropriate (no bathing suits). Please no ripped jeans and students still need to wear closed-toe shoes for their safety.
At the banquet, Michael Denison, a senior at Beaufort High, shared his experiences as a Junior Scholar with the eight-graders. Denison has been accepted to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA.
The SC-SIC Riley Award for SIC Excellence is named in honor of former SC Governor and U.S. Education Secretary Richard Riley and his late wife, Tunky, and recognizes the couple’s longstanding commitment to quality public education.
This February, we celebrate seven outstanding bus drivers and bus monitors for their dedication to their job and devotion to our students. Thank you!
School choice applications are now open on the district’s website. The deadline to submit online is Friday, March, 31. Parents who don’t have internet access may request application assistance at any district school.
USCB Center for the Arts invites you to ”Be at the CENTER of it all”, with the second annual Beaufort County High School Regional Art Competition, March 1 - April 2, 2023.
For more information visit USCB Center for the Arts
Dr. Christina Gwozdz and Angela Middleton are recognized by the South Carolina School Boards Association.
Learn more about the Association by visiting SCSBA.org.
Read Across America Week if just around the corner. We are excited to celebrate reading in the nest with a spirit week.
Order your Aaron Reynolds Book for him to autograph! 2-5th graders able to win a chance to eat lunch with Aaron Reynolds.
Our annual Young Astronauts’ Egg Drop Survivors. The goal was to create a protective housing for an egg that could survive a drop when thrown from a tall height. The student’s designs keep getting better and better. So many survivors! Congrats Young Astronauts!
Congratulations to Ms. Washington and the 2022-23 distinguished High, Middle and Elementary/Rookie-of-the-Year school counselors.
The prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards describes itself as the nation’s longest-running recognition program for creative teens and the largest source of scholarships for young artists and writers.
Bluffton Middle School will again be hosting a school of choice night on Tuesday, February 28th from 6:00-7:00. Come see what clubs and activities make BLMS unique to our Bluffton cluster of middle schools.
Feb. 13-17th we will be hosting a food drive to benefit Bluffton Self Help and our local Bluffton community.
It’s time to REGISTER and accept a heart healthy challenge. Click here to become a Heart Hero or download the Kids Heart Challenge app. Any student who registers will earn a Heart Hero wristband! Our special event will be Friday, February 17th.
- OES News
Make sure to pre order your yearbook before it is too late!
The conference is open to anyone desiring an immersive learning experience about African American history specific to Beaufort County.
Watch the video to find out more!
- Battery Creek High School
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- OES News
OES's Word Master Winners for 2022-2023
Join us on January 21, 2023 at Hilton Head Island High School from noon - 4:00 p.m. for an incredible Community Career Event.
The Be Pro Be Proud truck will be in the HHIHS parking lot!
Coach Cave brings years of experience to the role. Congrats Coach!
Officers for 2023 Board of Education are: Dr. Christina Gwozdz as chair, Geier as vice chair, and Angela Middleton as secretary.
The 2019 Referendum included funding for the design of the Hilton Head High School rebuild, with the construction portion of this project being part of a future referendum.
It's that time of the year! Time to register for Pre-K and Kindergarten! Call the Office of Early Childhood at 843-521-2399 or email Ashley Hutchison at Ashley.Hutchison@beaufort.k12.sc.us.
Pre-Inscribirse en la escuela de su zona!
Para más información por favor llame a la Oficina de Educación Temprana, Crianza y Alfabetización Familiar al 843-521-2399 o enviar un mensaje a Ashley Hutchison: Ashley.Hutchison@beaufort.k12.sc.us.
Eleven students from the Beaufort County School District travelled to Washington, D.C. to tour Howard University.
Our bus drivers and monitors were out in full force over the weekend at the Beaufort Holiday Parade!
- OES News
The grant project will expand USCB’s recruitment, preparation, and support of highly qualified, diverse teacher candidates for 21 high-need schools in the Beaufort County School District.
- OES News
Join us for a night out on the ice with Savannah Ghost Pirates. Purchase tickets at https://fevo.me/okatiespiritnight
The GenCyber grant enables BCSD to expand its offering of high-quality computer science and cybersecurity educational experiences to students.
Grants totaling over $29,000 were awarded to teachers and schools for innovative learning opportunities and projects that go beyond the regular school district budget.
An initial meeting for committee members will be held on November 17, 2022.
BCSD Adult Education is focused on the future! Congratulations on receiving these prestigious awards and to Dr. Murrell and her dedicated staff!
Gwozdz has represented District 9 (portions of Bluffton and Pritchardville, and also Daufuskie Island) since January 2017. More information about Ms. Gwozdz and the Board of Ed can be found on our website.
The South Carolina Report Card measures progress of schools toward the goals of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate.
- OES News
Wear yellow and make a donation for Krystal Buck a Middle School student batteling cancer on Thursday, Oct 13th
The SCDE Chief Finance Officer, Nancy Williams, would like community participation in the public review.
Congratulations Dr. Stewart and all of our Teachers of the Year!
Watch our VIDEO!
This award is presented to community residents, organizations or businesses/industries whose support and contributions have significantly benefited public schools.
We all play an important role in raising awareness. For additional information on how to address bullying visit PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center.
Congratulations our 2022-23 BCSD Support Staff of the Year! Watch our video.
November 5 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. There will be an Open House for new students from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
All Day Military Appreciation Day at the State Fair will be held on October 13, 17 & 20. Active and retired military and their dependents (with proper military identification cards) will be admitted FREE. Dependent children 14 years old and older must present ID.
BCSD scores in 2 of 3 subject areas improved over 2021 (Algebra 1 and English 2), both of which were above the state passing percentage.
- OES News
Support our fundraiser by spreading the word with at least 10 friends & family!
Congratulations to Michael Dennison, Susan Livesay, McKenzie Morgan, Jason Ni, Cynthia Guidaitis, Benjamin Lewis, Sarah Nunez, Lucy Peltz, and Brooks van Esselstyn!
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- OES News
Our Charleston Wrap fundraiser kicks off today! Be sure to REGISTER online today at www.registercw.com, and START SHARING our fundraiser with your family & friends!
We are still registering pre-k and kindergarten students. Pre-register at the school in your attendance area.
Call 843-521-2399 or email ashley.hutchison@beaufort.k12.sc.us for assistance.
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Our First ESOL Parent Night is Thursday, September 15, 2022. Starting at 6 pm and ending at 7:30 pm.
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The Charleston Wrap Fundraiser PTO sponsors is coming soon.
2022 SC READY/SCPASS assessment data shows that Beaufort County School District is experiencing a period of academic recovery from the pandemic.
A total of $31.1 million in referendum funds was budgeted for Hilton Head Island Middle School renovations.
- OES News
PDF copies of the August 2022 Newsletter
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Effectively immediately, students who live in Malind Bluff will ride the Green Bus #313 in the afternoon. We are changing bus tags now to reflect this change.
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Download the Nutrislice app to access school’s menus on your mobile or any Amazon Alexa-enabled device.
- OES News
Please insure your student's tech fee has been paid and registration (AUP signed) before Monday morning. Thank you.
- OES News
If changing student transportation or if pulling your student early please sent notification via email to OES.school.office@beaufort.k12.sc.us
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Open House is Friday, August 12th from 1:30 to 3 pm. Come meet the teachers and drop off supplies.
Congratulations to our 2022 Principals and Assistant Principals of the year. We are equally proud of you and grateful for your leadership.
Five classroom teachers have been named as finalists for Beaufort County’s 2022-2023 District Teacher of the Year.
- OES News
Okatie offers a program that runs any day students are in school for the whole day. It will begin September 6th. Pick up is no later than 5:15pm. More information will be available at Open House on the 12th
PayPams online applications are being accepted now!
The Back-to-School Expo will help students and parents prepare for the new year!
Join all of our VIPs on Saturday, July 30, at the Beaufort-Jasper Academy of Career Excellence, located at 80 Lowcountry Drive in Ridgeland from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- OES News
A letter to parents from new principal, Tracy Lanese.
The Board of Education unanimously approved this budget before submitting to County Council with the intention of attracting and maintaining superior educators and support staff, furthering the District’s commitment to increased student outcomes.
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Lunes y Miércoles. No se necesita cita.
2900 Mink Point Blvd., Beaufort, SC 29902
Registration for NEW students with English as a Second Language
Summer Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.,
Mondays & Wednesdays. No appointment required.
2900 Mink Point Blvd., Beaufort, SC 29902
Registro de estudiantes nuevos con Inglés como segundo idioma
Horario de Verano: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Martes y Jueves. No se necesita cita.
160 H.E. McCraken Circle Mobile #1, SC 29910
Registration for NEW students with English as a Second Language
Summer Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.,
Tuesdays & Thursdays. No appointment required.
160 H.E. McCraken Circle Mobile #1, SC 29910
The candidates were the top choices of committees made up of teachers, principals, executive directors, School Improvement Council members, and representatives of the district’s Instructional Services Division. The high school interview committee also included a student.
- OES News
Registration is under way. School begins Aug 15th.
In observance of Juneteenth, district offices will be closed on Monday, June 20.
Holland Perryman is among only 2,600 high school seniors nationwide who will receive a National Merit Scholarship for study at sponsoring colleges or universities.
- National Merit Scholar
Watch the Beaufort High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 10:00 a.m. on The County Channel!
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At the end of this school year, I will complete 40 incredibly fulfilling years as an educator and leader.
Get ready to rumble this summer with software programs that will keep your students engaged, on top of their math and reading skills, earn stars through digital experiences, and track their personal NWEA MAP growth!
Visit our webpage for more information.
Meals will be provided to all children free of charge (age 18 and below). Download the Press Release for a complete listing of dates, locations and distribution hours. This information can also be found on our webpage.
Watch the May River High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The County Channel!
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- #Sharks2022
Watch the Whale Branch Early College High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The County Channel!
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- #Warriors2022
Watch the Hilton Head Island High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The County Channel!
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Splash into summer! Summer Reading game boards are on their way to your schools. This year, the oceans of possibilities to win prizes, participate in events and have FUN are as deep as the ocean is wide. Visit the Beaufort County Library to learn more!
Watch the Battery Creek High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The County Channel!
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Watch the Bluffton High School Class of 2022 receive their diplomas tonight, LIVE, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The County Channel!
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- #Bobcats2022
Ms. Alexis Richmond was recently announced as the inaugural 2021-2022 District Induction Rookie Teacher of the Year. She is a first-year, Induction 1 fifth-grade teacher and Girls on the Run Coach at River Ridge Academy.
- Rookie Teacher of the Year
- OES News
If you were unable to pre order, don't worry, we ordered some extras!
Timothy Brown will be attending Princeton University this Fall, majoring in Economics.
Beaufort High School student Anna M. Brown is one of three South Carolinians named a U.S. Presidential Scholar.
- #USScholars
- USPresidentialScholar
Today, and every day, thank you school nurses!
The first forum will be in Bluffton High School’s cafeteria at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 11. The second will be at Beaufort High School at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 12.
- BCSD Budget
- FY2022-23
The district wraps up Teacher Appreciation Week by announcing the 2022-2023 Beaufort County Teachers of the Year and Support Staff of the Year!
Wishing all the mom's out there a wonderful day!
A shout out to all of our school nurses. THANK YOU! Thank you for all that you do to make a difference in the lives of children every day.
- #SND2022
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Superintendent Frank Rodriguez accepted the donation on behalf of the school district.
- Fueling the Community
- Parker's Kitchen
Starting May 20th!
The Career Fair is open to all students from Beaufort and Jaspar County school districts. It's a great opportunity for high school seniors!
- BJACE
- Career Fair
The Special Education Department of Beaufort County School District is committed to improving educational outcomes for students with disabilities through implementation of evidence-based practices. Visit our webpage for more information.
The mission of the disAbilities Coalition is to enhance the lives of person with disabilities in Beaufort County and the Lowcountry region by working together to provide, improve or expand needed services and opportunities for them and their families.
- SPED
- disAbilities
We have opportunities for vendors for all trades! Meet us today, Thursday, April 21 between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the District Educational Services Center at 2900 Mink Point Blvd., in Beaufort. Contact Tammi Ivey at tammi.ivey@beaufort.k12.sc.us for more information.
The Beaufort County Board of Education approved the authorization of Superintendent Frank Rodriguez to pay a 3% cost of living increase to full-time active employees as of May 27, 2022. This payment will be retroactive to the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year.
- BCSD Board of Education
- cost of living
- employee bonus
The Beaufort County School District will be honoring military children and their families during the week of April 18-22.
Sarah Hayes is a 2002 graduate of BCHS. Before becoming the athletic director Hayes coached the BCHS girls varsity basketball team. Watch the Video!
- Creek
This press release is being shared on behalf of the Beaufort County Disabilities Coalition.
Tickets are $20!
Donations will go toward supporting our school and can be given throughout the entire experience.
The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s public schools.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is strongly encouraging schools across the state to utilize the Test to Stay (TTS) program to better ensure that healthy students can continue in-person learning.
The prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards describes itself as the nation’s longest-running recognition program for creative teens and the largest source of scholarships for young artists and writers.
Med-Tech 7 is focused on seven schools in the Beaufort and Whale Branch clusters, each of which will implement evidence-based whole school arts integrated programming through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) curricula.