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We're in the dog days of summer! During the Teacher Forum Summer Retreat, our teachers created boredom busters and heating pads for animals at the Charleston Animal Society with participants from Healing Farms.
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The Berkeley County School District Returning Student Update was made available to parents on July 20 at 10 a.m. It is a mandatory process that will allow the parents of returning students to update transportation methods and the bus transportation agreement; parent/emergency contact information; upload the required two proofs of residency and complete annual forms/policies such as technology agreements and media release forms.
The Returning Student Update can only be completed using the PowerSchool Parent Portal. If you do not have a PowerSchool Parent Portal Account, contact your student’s school for assistance. For any questions, review the Parent Portal Resources FAQ.
https://www.bcsdschools.net/o/bcsd/page/powerschool-parent-portal
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With less than a month of summer left, our school leaders are working hard to prepare for students being back in the classroom. During our four-day Summer Leadership Conference, all our school administrators gathered to learn, collaborate and plan for the new school year.
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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
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The Class of 2023 is one of several that will be forever known for perseverance. This class and many more to come faced undeniable obstacles in their learning due to the pandemic. At this week's meeting, Berkeley County Board of Education members took another opportunity to celebrate their achievements.
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At Monday's Board meeting, Aimee Fulmer was approved as the new Chief Officer of Human Resources. The move brings her back to the school district where she began her career and spent nearly all of her 26 years in education. MORE INFO: https://www.bcsdschools.net/AimeeFulmer
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Thank you all for your support as we close out the 2022-2023 school year. We are excited to begin anew with our students and staff in August as we remain focused on our core business of teaching and learning.
We have carefully considered the following leadership updates based on individual and team strengths and are confident and excited about what we will be able to accomplish together this school year and in years to come.
https://www.smore.com/2b38ym
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Berkeley County School District will continue to serve meals to students this summer.
The 2023 Summer Breakfast and Lunch Program is available to all students and children in the Berkeley County community. The program is free to all children under the age of 18. Dates, times and site information can be found at www.bcsdschools.net/summermeals.
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HEADS UP: BCSD graduations are streamed live on the district's YouTube account. You can easily get there by visiting www.bcsdschools.net/live
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Setting sail into retirement...
We celebrated 135 retirees last week for making a positive difference in the lives of children.
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On this final day of Teacher Appreciation Week we want to take one more opportunity to let you know how we feel!
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REMINDER: May 30th is a half day for all students. It is also the final day of school for all students. May 31 is a teacher workday and the final day of the school year for teachers.
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Join the professionals on our transportation team. As a team member you will be an important part of the education process. Make a difference in education. Bus drivers and bus assistants are key to our students’ success. We are focused on safety, and we’ll train you!
For employment information contact: Michelle Smith at 843-899-8547.
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This was such a cool way to recognize Leader in Me Lighthouse status. This is DEFINITELY something the children will remember forever.
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Olivia Covington, a fifth grader at Whitesville Elementary, beams next to her piece at the Board Art Show. Her artwork, along with others from across the district, will now decorate our central office for the next year.
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ICYMI: We have some great photos from the BCSD Track and Field Championships
https://photos.app.goo.gl/vjdyg7DG7pzFjtYh8
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The next Berkeley County Board of Education meeting will be held on May 15th at 5:30 p.m. All meetings are held at 107 E. Main St. in Moncks Corner, unless otherwise noted.