
📷Attention 5th grade parents: Time is running out for our yearbook recognition ads. 📷
Get yours today and honor your child's years in elementary school. They will be so excited to see you remembered them in this special way. The deadline is this Friday, January 31st! It is a simple process. Follow the steps in the flyer! 💜💚

BCSD schools and offices will re-open and resume normal operations tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 27.

Due to concerns about icy conditions and the ongoing impact of inclement weather, Berkeley County School District students will learn from home and complete eLearning Day assignments on Friday, January 24. All schools and offices will remain closed on Friday. Staff will work remotely. DETAILS: https://www.bcsdschools.net/article/1982626

Attention 5th grade parents: Time is running out for our recognition ads. Get yours today and honor your child's years in elementary school. They will be so excited to see you remembered them in this special way. The deadline is January 31st!


Early dismissal time is 10:50 AM for Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Our Devon Forest Elementary Fun Run fundraiser kicks off soon! We’re raising $20,000 for student incentives and murals and we need your help. Save the date 📅 and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.
💻 Sign up online at MyBooster.com TODAY – 01/20/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 02/03/2025
👟 Event Day – 02/11/2025

In response to ongoing forecasts for wintry weather, to include the potential for snow, Berkeley County School District (BCSD) announced that schools will follow the half-day dismissal bell schedule on Tuesday, January 21. Students will learn from home and complete eLearning Day assignments on Wednesday, January 22. All schools and offices will be closed Wednesday.
Additional info: https://www.bcsdschools.net/article/1975777

Our Fundraiser is Coming! Registration opens Monday. Registration is SIMPLE and FREE.
Challenge: If 30% of our school is registered by our kickoff date, the principals get pied in the face!!

Lost and Found is FULL! Please have your student check for their jackets. All items left will be donated at the end of the week!
REMINDER: Please place your students name in their jackets/ belongings. We are able to return items to correct owner when names are on items.





We're excited to introduce this year's main fundraiser, the Devon Forest Elementary Fun Run. Our goal is to raise $20,000 for student incentives and murals to benefit ALL students at Devon Forest Elementary.
As a family, you will work together asking friends and family to donate on your student’s donation page at MyBooster.com. The best part is, you can still support our school just by SHARING about the fundraiser!
Key Dates to Remember:
💻 Sign up online at MyBooster.com – 01/20/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 02/03/2025
👟 Event Day – 02/11/2025
More details to come! Follow our social pages for updates on our fundraiser.

We are excited to announce the Mid-Year Title I Survey! Your input is essential in helping us improve our educational programs and support for our students.
Parents who complete the survey within the first 24 hours will ensure that their child receives a RED rock ticket, which can be redeemed for any prize in the school store, along with an additional special prize. For surveys completed during the remainder of the week, students will receive the special surprise only.
Survey will be open from Monday, January 13-Friday, January 17.
Link to survey: https://forms.gle/m7nD9Ax8Mtyc13uH8
Thank you for your participation and support in making our school the best it can be!

📢 In Case You Missed It!
We held our School Improvement Council/Title I Planning/Lighthouse Meeting on Thursday, January 9 at 2:30 PM in the media center, and we had some exciting discussions! If you weren't able to attend, don't worry—there's still a way to catch up! The Parent Lighthouse team is busy planning some fun family activities. 🎉 Make sure to check out the meeting minutes to find out all the details and how you can get involved!
✨ Looking Ahead: Our next meeting is scheduled for February 13 at 2:30 PM. We hope to see you there!
Thank you for being an essential part of our school community! 💖
#SchoolImprovement #FamilyEngagement #ParentLighthouse #CommunitySupport







5th grade parents,
Have you considered a recognition ad for child? Yearbook Recognition Ads are the perfect way to celebrate milestones in your child's educational journey. Ads are available for our 5th grade students. Students are so proud of their ads and love seeing their childhood photographs. See the attached flyer for more information. Remember the deadline for ads is January 31st.

Parents, paper and emailed report cards have been sent home today! Please take time to review your students progress and reach out to teachers if you have any questions or concerns! 📝


In response to the numerous questions from parents about the upcoming Erin’s Law and Gavin’s Law lessons, we are pleased to offer an opportunity for families to learn more and have their questions answered.
We are excited to announce that the developers of Lauren’s Kids will be hosting a Virtual Parent Night on:
📅 Date: January 21, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9181515892?omn=89571526336
Meeting ID: 918 151 5892
This informative session will provide valuable insights into the curriculum and address any questions parents may have.

⛄Check out our January Newsletter⛄


⭐DONT FORGET⭐
Early dismissal at 10:50 AM today!
We hope all of our families have a wonderful holiday and winter break! ⛄

MUSC Give Kids A Smile Day! If your child does not have a dental home or if its been a while since their last check-up, come see us at the MUSC College of Dental Medicine!
Friday, Feb. 7 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
No insurance or Medicaid required.
Schedule your child’s FREE dental appointment: 843-792-3365
Appointments are limited, so call today.

❤️💚Join us in some jolly good fun this week! 💚❤️
Monday- Holiday Socks and Hat day! 🎅🏼
Tuesday- Grinch or Snowman day! ⛄️
Wednesday- Dress like a Christmas Tree🎄
Thursday- Favorite Holiday Sweater Day! 🌟
Friday- Red and Green Day! ❤️💚


DON'T FORGET!
⭐It's the BEST time of the year! ⭐ 📍DFE staff will be caroling through YOUR neighborhood! 🏡 We cannot wait to see all your merry faces at each stop tomorrow evening! Join along as our teachers and staff bring the holiday spirit with caroling!🎵🎄⛄
Step out to see us <3 5:00 - DFE parking lot 5:20 - Sweet Cherry Ln (at pool house) 5:40 - Waters @ St. James (walking through complex) 6:00 - Greene Point (walking around the loop) 6:25 - Wingate (at rental office)