Back-to-School Basics
Nursing Services
For general information regarding BCSD’s nursing services, click here.
Immunizations
Each year the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) provides the South Carolina Immunization Requirements for Childcare and School. Immunization requirements are regularly updated by DHEC; some changes have been made to the 2023-2024 school year. Learn more.
School Meals
Meal Applications
Free and Reduced Price Meals are available to families who believe they may qualify. If your family chooses to apply there are two ways you can apply. Learn more.
Breakfast/Lunch Menus
Meals, foods and beverages sold or served at schools meet state and federal requirements based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. All meals, foods and beverages are prepared and served by qualified child nutrition professionals. Learn more.
Transportation
Transportation Registration
For each school year, requests for bus service will be managed through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Learn more.
Tag program
BCSD now utilizes a tag program/system for the release of bus riders in pre-k through fifth grade. Learn more.
Bus Routes and Delays
Berkeley County School District provides timely and accurate bus delay information via My Ride K-12. With My Ride K-12, parents have the option of reviewing bus information via a secure web portal and/or Apple and Android mobile apps. Learn more.