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When Colleton County High School C/O 2003 and C/O 2004 collaborate to inspire the Culinary Arts students at TCTC. TCTC Chef Williams welcomed Chef Craig Frasier today in his classroom. Chef Craig Frasier envisions a future where every student has the opportunity to learn and thrive through the art of cooking, creating a healthier, more engaged, and self-sufficient generation.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colleton County School District 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Home - Colleton County School District Colleton County School District Continues Monitoring Hurricane Helene CCSD Operational Schedule As Colleton County School District collaborates with our local county emergency management team and the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, the Colleton County School District will implement our Early Dismissal Schedule for all schools on Thursday, September 26, 2024, due to potential rainfall, high wind gusts, possible tornado warnings, and hazardous road conditions. All extra-curricular activities and athletic events have been canceled as well. The early dismissal schedule is listed below: Early Dismissal Schedule – Thursday, September 26, 2024. On Friday, September 27, 2024, the district will implement a delayed start for students & staff. Our top priority is the safety of our students, staff, and their families. 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. Please keep your families safe during any tropical weather that we will experience. In closing, 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.

We have been informed by Stratford that they have canceled Thursday's Middle School and JV Football contests due to Tropical Storm Helene. We will work with Stratford to reschedule at a later date. Thank you. Wayne Alston Director of District Athletics Colleton County School District ColletonCountyCougars.com

The students in the Environmental and Natural Resources class had Director Kubik visit our class to demonstrate and instruct them on how to tie flies and cast a fly rod. The students had never experienced anything with fly fishing and were able to learn some of the basics from our TCTC Director. The students would like to thank Mr. Kubik for taking time out of his busy day and demonstrating and instructing them on this fishing technique.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colleton County School District 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Home - Colleton County School District Colleton County School District is monitoring Tropical Storm Helene/Operational Schedule Colleton County School District is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Helene 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, and its impact may reach well outside its path, its specific effect on our region of the Lowcountry is still undetermined. We will continue to monitor Tropical Storm Helene'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. In closing, 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.

Please note the change in the schedule for the upcoming football game between CCHS & Stratford.

The Band of Blue presented a Parent Preview of their 2024 show "Connections" on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 7pm at Cougar Stadium. They used this performance to prepare one final time before they marched in their 1st competition on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Midland Valley HS in Aiken, SC. GO BIG BLUE! Band of Blue Upcoming Contests 2024: 9/21 - Mustang Classic at Midland Valley High School in Aiken, SC at 7:30pm 9/28 - 47th Annual Walterboro Band Classic - Gates open at Noon - Band of Blue performs at 9pm 10/5 - Band of Blue at Coastal Empire Classic at Effingham High School in Rincon, GA at 7:30pm 10/12 - Band of Blue at Silver Spirit Invitational in Aiken, SC at 7:45pm 10/19 - Band of Blue at South Effingham Marching Mustang Invitational Marching Festival at South Effingham HS in Effingham, GA TBA 10/26 - Band of Blue at the SCBDA 4A State Marching Band Championships - Prelims Big Blue performs at 12:30pm; Finals TBD

During the Friday Reading Coaches meeting held at the District Office on 9/20/24, Mrs, Headden read her all time favorite book to the coaches. "The Paper Bag Princess" was not just read to the coaches. They were able to draw parallels from it to their practices at school. Mrs. Headden even wore a crown as she read the story.

Congratulations to the Band of Blue on their 2nd place ranking this weekend at the 2024 Mustang Classic at Midland Valley High School. Overall the Band of Blue ranked: 2nd in Music; 1st in Visual and 2nd in Effect in Class 4A. The Band of Blue was 4th overall out of all 18 bands and won High Visual and Best Drum Major and the Mustang Spirit Award for the best fans! The Walterboro Band Classic is this Saturday, September 28 starting at 1:20pm at Cougar Stadium. The Band of Blue performs at 9pm! Way to go BIG BLUE!!

Revised (9-12-24) 2024-2025 School Calendar The Colleton County School District Board of Trustees approved revisions to the 2024-2025 School Calendar on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The revisions assist the district in making up 2 days of lost instructional time due to the effects/damage caused by Tropical Storm Deby. The changes approved are listed below: Make Up Dates: October 9, 2024 will be the make up day for August 8, 2024 January 7, 2025 will be the make up day for August 9, 2024 Important Changes: ***October 8, 2024 is now a full day ***October 9, 2024 is now a half day.

Friday, September 13, 2024 was a great day to be a Forest Hills Elementary Cougar Cub. The CCHS Varsity Football Team read to students at Forest Hills Elementary! Even Coach Kinloch participated! Thank you, CCHS Varsity Football, for visiting & reading to the FHE Cougar Cubs. #CougarPride

OFFICE OF SUPERINTENDENT September 12, 2024 Greetings Colleton County School District Families, This is Jessica Williams, Superintendent of the Colleton County School District. Ensuring student safety has become more urgent than ever. Schools should be a haven where students can focus on learning and growing without fear. Recent events involving threats circulating nationally, statewide, and in our local community about school violence has alarmed me greatly. It has become increasingly important for me to be clear about the expectations for students engaging in inappropriate social media posts regarding threats of violence. Keeping our students in Colleton County safe, and holding all students accountable for engaging in such behaviors is imperative. Posting and reposting false information about school violence or perceived school violence activities in our schools is simply irresponsible. As Superintendent, I do not take any form of threats to our schools and/or rumors of violence to our learning community lightly. Every rumor the district is aware of will be thoroughly investigated, and the consequences of making those rumors and threats will be pursued to the fullest extent of board policy and the law. Additionally, any student found to be responsible for engaging in these behaviors will face school consequences and possible criminal charges. I am asking all parents to converse with their students about making good choices. We do not take rumors and threats of violence as a joke. Please know that your child’s safety in our schools is our highest priority. We are actively monitoring all social media and school communication to ensure the protection of our school community. We have software and other technologies to help support this effort. IT’S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS! THE TIME IS NOW! In closing, parents, please talk to your students about these behaviors. Please inform them if they “see something, say something” to their school level administrators. Our responsibility is to ensure that our kids in the Colleton County School System have a safe learning environment, and we are committed to doing whatever it takes to maintain safety and security. I appreciate your continued support and partnership as we lead the way in preparing every student to graduate from the Colleton County School District with a 21st-century education to be globally competitive for their chosen college and career path in a safe, secure, and positive learning environment. And remember, “It’s all about the kids! The time is NOW! Thank you for your continued support! Jessica F. Williams Superintendent 500 Forest Circle Walterboro, SC 29488 Telephone: 843-782-4510, colleton.k12.sc.us

Media Release From the Colleton County Sheriff's Office:

Colleton County School District & our faculty & staff at each of our schools have been working diligently throughout the year to improve our SC Department of Education's School Report Card Ratings. Though we are not where we want to be, we are improving and have shown growth since returning to school after COVID. We are not done. Colleton County School District will continue to strive towards improvement. New report ratings will be released October 10, 2024. We are TEAM Colleton! #ItsAllAboutThe Kids!TheTimeIsNow! #CCSDPurposeDriven2024-2025! #CCSDForwardThinking2024-2025!

Please enjoy our special July edition of "The District Digest" that showcases some of our dedicated and hardworking faculty & staff. https://secure.smore.com/n/sh9drk

Petty Officer Drake presented to Ms Bonnie Brown and Ms Tammy McMillion's Juniors and Seniors today about reality, their career goals, and career opportunities within the Navy. PO Drake explained the differences of the different branches of the military. The combat branches are the Army and Marines which are designed for combat, and the support branches are the Navy and Air Force, which focus on logistics/sciences, and making sure that they have what is needed. The Air Force supports the Army and the Navy supports the Marines. PO Drake shared the differences and similarities between civilian life and military life as far as the benefits and salaries. He shared information about the mattress approach: M-money A-advancement T-training R-recreation E-education S-security S-success PO Drakes told the students that the best part of being in the military for him are the benefits of having healthcare. He also shared his various travel experiences. In closing, PO Drake gave the students surveys to complete with the option to express if they wanted further information about the Navy or the option to opt out.

Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Tennis Team on their 5-1 win over Woodland on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, and to JV Girls Tennis on their 5-1 win over Hampton! The Lady Cougars improve to 4-0 with this victory #CougarPride

Greetings, Colleton County School District families. All schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. Please have a safe & enjoyable weekend. Saludos, familias del distrito escolar del condado de Colleton. Todas las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas el lunes 2 de septiembre de 2024 en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo. Por favor, que tengas un fin de semana seguro y agradable.

Mark your calendars. Plan to celebrate "National Night Out" on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

On Friday, August 23, the US Marines brought their pull-up bar to CCHS which had the students of all grade levels actively engaged. Students learned more about careers in the US Marines as well. Girl Power!