Kindergarteners had some "fall" fun in ELA and math on Halloween after the character parade!
Third graders from Mrs. Anderson's, Mrs. Evans's and Ms. Aarons's classes used an alphanumeric grid and problem solving skills to solve riddles and find real world coordinates to complete a scavenger hunt at Pirate Park!
DIS second graders celebrated the 50th day of school with a 50's theme last week! The students learned about the 50's in their classroom lessons and ended the day with a 50's Sock Hop!
Who must stay and survive on a deserted island and who goes home? 7th graders in Ms. Mead's class constructed written arguments to decide!
Expanding on their knowledge of Force and Motion, Mr. Englehart's and Ms. Poolaw's 8th Grade Science classes rose to the challenge of building cars using only pasta and glue. The Pasta Cars that traveled the furthest off the ramp were crowned the Champs and awarded a golden toy Hummer. Students also voted on their favorite designed car.
Ms. Boone's class used text evidence from the novel The Secret Garden and worked in small groups to design, plan and create their own mini secret gardens using details from the end of the story. They will also watch two of the gardens grow to integrate with Science!
Many of our third grade classes have been learning about plant and animal life cycles and have also been learning about environments and how organisms survive in them. The unit began with a discussion about animals that are seen frequently on Daniel Island and what issues they cause. Students focused mainly on coyotes and alligators and researched sightings of them around the Charleston area. To wrap up the unit, the students created a product that keeps us and our animals safe from alligators and coyotes, without removing them from the habitats we share.
On Wednesday and Thursday, students were able to use the laser printer and the iTow truck to create visuals of their prototypes.
On Friday, student groups presented their product and their pitch to the “DIS Sharks”. Their pitch included fun scripts and engaging Google Slides to entertain parents and members of DIS administration.
Great job to the students in Ms. Aarons's class, Mrs. Anderson's class, and Mrs. Evans's class!
Thanks to our middle schoolers, we were selected as one of October's i-Ready Super Schools! This month's schools were chosen because they had the highest percentage of passed reading lessons. Way to go, Ospreys!
Do you have a bachelor's degree? You could be a teacher in Berkeley County!
There will be two alternative certification info sessions for prospective teachers. The first session will be held virtually on October 18 at 6 p.m., and the second will be on November 1 at 4:30 p.m. at our main office in Moncks Corner.
Learn More: https://www.bcsdschools.net/article/1270631
Please take a moment to review this BCSD Office of Special Services newsletter. It includes information about multiple events and opportunities. https://www.smore.com/ra6x7
The DIS teachers, parents and students advanced their understanding of math strategies, curriculum and instruction this week with OGAP's lead facilitator, Beth Hulbert. Beth was a developer of the Ongoing Assessment Project (OGAP) and now serves as a co-director. We look forward to having Beth back later this fall!
To better serve the physical and mental wellbeing of those who work for BCSD, the YMCA has partnered with the school district to provide free memberships to all BCSD employees. In celebration of this partnership, BCSD employees are invited to come out to the Cane Bay Family YMCA on Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 6 p.m. to activate their memberships and tour the Cane Bay facility. Learn more at https://berkeleycosdsc.sites.thrillshare.com/article/1252290.
Due to the potential for severe weather resulting from Hurricane Idalia, Berkeley County School District (BCSD) schools will follow the half-day dismissal bell schedule (https://www.bcsdschools.net/o/bcsd/page/school-bell-schedules) on Wednesday, August 30. Thursday, August 31, students will learn from home and complete eLearning Day assignments. All schools and offices will be closed Thursday. BCSD will resume normal operations Friday, September 1.
Before and after-school care programs, activities, and athletics, to include practices and games, are canceled for Wednesday, August 30, and Thursday, August 31. Normal activities and operations will resume on Friday, September 1.
On Thursday, August 31, students will complete eLearning assignments from home via Schoology, Google Classroom, SeeSaw, or other designated virtual learning platforms. Specific information about assignments will be provided by the student’s teacher and/or school. Teachers will share information regarding their office hours to support students completing eLearning assignments at home. More information here: https://www.bcsdschools.net/o/bcsd/page/elearning-day-faqs
Due to the potential for severe weather, and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of students, staff, and families, the district will not operate virtual feeding sites on Wednesday or Thursday.
BCSD officials work in partnership with Berkeley County Emergency Management and receive regular updates regarding the weather from the National Weather Service.
As safety and security is our number one priority, officials will continue to monitor the weather and assess any resulting damage.
Schools and offices will reopen and resume normal operations on Friday, September 1.
Berkeley County School District is currently monitoring the forecasts and receiving regular updates from Berkeley County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service on Tropical Storm Idalia. At this time, there are no changes to school operations. Any changes to operations will be communicated to staff and parents.
The South Carolina Department of Education purchased and provided Berkeley County School District and other school districts in our state with My Ride K-12 for communication of bus routes and delays. The app has been unable to provide parents with consistent delay information. BCSD is now tracking bus delays for parents using Google documents.
Bus Delays: https://www.bcsdschools.net/busdelays
With the first day of school less than one week away, we want to make sure families are aware of the new transportation features that pertain to bus riders. Learn more about My Ride K-12 and the student transportation tag program at www.bcsdschools.net/article/1203059.
REMINDER: Before/After School Care Registration will open on July 12 at 9 a.m. for schools with programs. Follow this link to register - https://www.bcsdschools.net/o/bcsd/page/registration-links-for-all-schools
Meet the Teacher Dates:
Aug. 17: 2nd - 8th grade
Aug. 18: Kindergarten - 1st grade
Congratulations to the following Daniel Island School students that were accepted into programs at the Governor’s School!!
Alice Liao: Arts Odyssey Summer Program for Creative Writing and Visual Arts
Braelyn Colvin: Arts Odyssey Summer Program for Drama
Cadence Fisher: Arts Odyssey Summer Program for Creative Writing
Julianne Griffin: Arts Odyssey Summer Program for Creative Writing
Meredith Leeke: Arts Odyssey Summer Program for Drama
These eighth graders were awarded in Columbia yesterday with Dr. Neal for “Best in Show” for the NASA Project, Plant the Moon.
