Colleton County Middle

Tonight's football game (10/23/24) and tomorrow's football games (10/24/24) will be live streamed at: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/sc/walterboro/organization/34931/colleton-county-high-school Thank you.

Today we celebrate Cottageville Elementary Principal Tasheena Allen for all she does every day & during National Principals' Month!!! Thank you, Mrs. Allen, for being such a wonderful leader!! "Game On! It's Time to Level Up!"

Superintendent Jessica Williams visited Black Street Early Childhood Center’s faculty & staff to personally thank them for their hard work & dedication. Mrs. Jessica Williams’s District Office staff set up, decorated, and served cake & ice cream to help with the celebration. Superintendent Williams knows that BSECC is an important part of shaping our young learners’ future! Colleton County School District is “On the Move!”

Today we celebrate Black Street Early Childhood Center Principal Tiffany Pearson for all she does every day & during National Principals' Month!!! Thank you, Mrs. Pearson, for being such a wonderful leader!! "Spreading Our Wings, Learning New Things!"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colleton County School District 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Home - Colleton County School District October 21, 2024 Greetings, Colleton County Middle School Families. The Colleton County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with school-level leaders, investigated a written threat that was scratched on a railing in a restroom area at Colleton County Middle School. The Colleton County Sheriff's Office investigated the incident and there is no evidence that supports this being a legitimate threat. However, out of an abundance of caution, we have requested increased police presence and will have additional security measures in place at Colleton County Middle School on October 22, 2024 and October 23, 2024. The safety and security of students and staff are our top priorities. Thank you for your continued support.

Today we celebrate Bells Elementary School Principal Angel Ferguson for all she does every day & during National Principals' Month!!! Thank you, Mrs. Ferguson for being such a wonderful leader!! #WeareBES!!!

For all you do, we say "Thank You"!! Sisters In Action, Ladies of Excellence, and Boys to Men hosted an Employee Appreciation Lunch/Brunch Saturday, October 5, 2024. These awesome student organizations wanted to give back to the hardworking support sgtaff of Colleton County School District. https://walterborolive.com/stories/for-all-you-do-we-say-thank-you,128745

Hi CCMS families, On October 16th, our students at CCMS enjoyed a fun-filled day with Mrs. Slocum and Mr. Matt from Colleton County Museum, along with Mrs. Bunton from Colleton County Performing Arts. They shared their career path with the students and had them create drawings based on the festival they are having called WHAM! All the students' drawings will be displayed on Washington Street in store windows for the public to see! Please be on the lookout for the dates for when WHAM will take place. It was a wonderful day for all of us. The GCDF department would like to thank Mrs. Barnette and Mr. Perez for allowing their students to be a part of such an awesome opportunity

Mark your calendars!!! Fall mums will be available for purchase from TCTC's FFA!!

Exceptional Learners Parent Informational Workshop Colleton County School District Office of Exceptionalonal Learning will be collaboratingng with South Carolina Family Connections in an informational workshop for Exceptionalonal Learners' families. The focus will be: *Understanding Your Child’s IEP *Have questions about navigating special education services? *Looking to connect with other parents of a child with a disability? This session is for you! Join Family Connection of South Carolina for an overview of resources and services for families of children with disabilities and/or specific healthcare needs, including information on education services and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colleton County School District 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Home - Colleton County School District October 16, 2024 Greetings, Colleton County Middle School Families. The Colleton County Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with school-level leaders investigated two written threats that were scratched on a railing in a restroom area at Colleton County Middle School. There is no evidence that supports this being a legitimate threat. However, out of an abundance of caution, additional security measures will be in place at Colleton County Middle School. The safety and security of students and staff are our top priorities. Thank you for your continued support.

Colleton County School District is pleased to release information about our 2023-2024 School Report Card. Our teachers, students, district and school leaders, and all support staff have worked very hard to achieve these results. We are very proud of our district's progress. https://5il.co/2z1ic

Here are a few Boo-tiful displays of spooky fiction in the media center at CCMS. Mrs. Kerr and Mrs. Crosby have created an awesome environment and mood for our readers.

Please mark your calendars & plan to attend the Colleton County School Board Candidates Forum.

Mr. Edward Jones and Dr. Dandi Daniels will be engaged in on-going Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (OBPP) activities throughout the district and community. They participated in homecoming by passing out informational materials. This was in collaboration with CCMS cheerleaders. Please check the district website and your school's website(s) for future activities & events. Unity Day will be observed Wednesday, October 16, 2024. "Wear & Share Orange" #UNITYEVERYDAY

Greetings, Colleton County School District Families. Please be reminded that October 8, 2024, is a full day of school, October 9, 2024, is an early release day, and schools will be closed for fall break on Thursday, October 10, 2024, and Friday, October 11, 2024. We hope everyone enjoys their Fall Break. Additionally, the Colleton County School District is actively monitoring Hurricane Milton at this time. We are receiving valuable updates from our local county emergency management team and the National Weather Service. While the storm is predicted to be an extensive system, its impact to our community is still undetermined at this time. We will continue to monitor Hurricane Milton's trajectory and maintain updated communications regarding its impact on our county and school district. We will continue to post all school-related changes to our district website (www.colleton.k12.sc.us) and our district’s social media platforms by 4:00 pm daily. The school district is committed to the safety and education of all students. Our goal is to provide a secure and supportive learning environment, even in times of emergency. In closing, we look forward to everyone returning to school after the fall break on Monday, October 14, 2024.

October is National Principals' Month & Colleton County School District has the "BEST" Principals in the world!!! Help us celebrate our great school leaders!!

Colleton County School District was highlighted in the September 2024 artsNOW September 2024 Newsletter! Click the link below to read the newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/artsnowlearning.org/march-newsletter-from-artsnow-17984483

Colleton County School District 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Home - Colleton County School District Office of Student Athletics As we prepare for Homecoming 2024, Colleton County Cougars athletics would like to remind everyone of the expectations for attending athletic events within the Colleton County School District to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees: 1. A parent must accompany students under the age of 14 to enter athletic events. 2. Student-athletes using the pass gate must present their student ID badges for entrance. 3. Staff entering through the pass gate must present their school ID. 4. A clear bag or small handheld clutch is the only bag allowed at the games. 5. Once entered into the game, spectators will not be allowed re-entry for any reason. 6. After entering the game, spectators must immediately find a seat in the stands. 7. Standing along the walkways, near the concessions or restroom, or under the stadium is strictly prohibited. Guests must remain seated unless going to the restroom or concessions. All attendees are expected to behave appropriately, and any abusive or unruly behavior, including speech and gestures, will not be tolerated. In addition, the following items and activities are strictly prohibited at school grounds and athletic events: smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vapes; alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia; animals (unless a service animal); megaphones that produce amplified sound; radios without speakers; unauthorized flags; banners; handheld signs that may be seen as offensive; horns; signs; whistles; laser pointers; and any pole stick or wires to support flags or banners, or any other item deemed inappropriate by school administration or law enforcement. These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety, security, and enjoyment of all attendees. It is important to note that anyone found violating these expectations will be escorted from the stadium and asked to leave. Additionally, spectators who refuse to comply will be denied entry to future district athletic events. Any student found violating these rules will be subject to appropriate disciplinary actions outlined in the Student Code of Conduct issued by their school-level administrator. We urge everyone to take these rules seriously and comply for the benefit of all. Lastly, we are deeply grateful for your support of our athletes and your cooperation in ensuring that all events promote a safe, secure, and enjoyable environment. Your understanding and compliance with these guidelines are greatly appreciated. Thank you for being a part of our athletic community.

Thank you to a wonderful group of dedicated faculty & staff!! We saw you hard at work today & appreciate all that you do! Colleton County School District is very lucky to have you working in the district!! Great job, Everyone!!!