Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner Ms. Arra Aquino from Colleton County High School.
Ms. Aquino shared, "I want to share how the "No Tech Tuesday" is working in my English class. Last Tuesday, students actively engaged with a poem by reading and annotating it using their books. It's refreshing to see a class where no one is using their Chromebooks and everyone is focused on the lesson."
Congratulations to Ms. Aquino and keep up the great work!
Ms. Aquino shared, "I want to share how the "No Tech Tuesday" is working in my English class. Last Tuesday, students actively engaged with a poem by reading and annotating it using their books. It's refreshing to see a class where no one is using their Chromebooks and everyone is focused on the lesson."
Congratulations to Ms. Aquino and keep up the great work!
CCSD Remembers
Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner Jennifer Tayaban of Hendersonville Elementary School.
Ms. Tayaban shared, "Starting to see my classroom become MY classroom here in HES Honey Bee Land! 🐝 In just a few weeks, routines are settling in, learning is unfolding, and meaningful relationships with my students are growing. 💛 Sometimes, the best moments are the little ones, a child finally understanding a concept, a student choosing to keep trying, or a class following routines independently. Those little moments remind me that the work is worth it. "
Congratulations to Ms. Tayaban and keep up the great work!
Ms. Tayaban shared, "Starting to see my classroom become MY classroom here in HES Honey Bee Land! 🐝 In just a few weeks, routines are settling in, learning is unfolding, and meaningful relationships with my students are growing. 💛 Sometimes, the best moments are the little ones, a child finally understanding a concept, a student choosing to keep trying, or a class following routines independently. Those little moments remind me that the work is worth it. "
Congratulations to Ms. Tayaban and keep up the great work!
Did you know that as many as one in three students in the country misses 10%, or about 18 days, of the school year? This September, join with us to celebrate the Attendance Awareness Campaign. We’re working together to make sure all kids show up and participate every day possible. Being in school supports students’ social, emotional and physical well-being, and provides students with opportunities to learn and reach for their dreams. Let’s show up together and get back into the habit of daily attendance!
Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner Ms. Caroline Uzzolino from Cottageville Elementary School.
Ms. Uzzolino shared, "I am so thankful to work with such wonderful staff and students at CES. I am so excited to be here every single day. "
Congratulations to Ms. Uzzolino and keep up the great work!
Ms. Uzzolino shared, "I am so thankful to work with such wonderful staff and students at CES. I am so excited to be here every single day. "
Congratulations to Ms. Uzzolino and keep up the great work!
🎉 Filling Out a Survey Pays Off!
Ms. Brandi Boseman, congratulations to Ms. Mimi Apligido, the proud winner of our Curriculum & Instruction PD Day Survey drawing!
Ms. Apligido took a few minutes to complete and submit her survey following our recent Professional Development Day, and her name was randomly selected.
Thank you to everyone who shared feedback. Your input helps the Curriculum & Instruction Department plan meaningful professional learning and better support our teachers and schools.
And remember… filling out the survey just might pay off! 🎉
Parent and Family Engagement Workshop. We would love to see you there!
Community Event.
What an amazing evening! Our Color & Connect Family Night was filled with creativity, conversation, laughter, and meaningful connections. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our families who joined us and helped make the event such a success!
Families enjoyed painting, refreshments, and meaningful conversations about supporting their children and strengthening the connection between home and school.
A special thank you to Truist Bank and the South Carolina Office of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities for joining us and sharing valuable information and resources with our families. We truly appreciate your partnership!
Did you miss Color & Connect? Don’t worry! Join us on September 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM for Reading Together: Building Strong Readers at Home. We’ll share practical ways to support your child’s reading at home, and, of course, we’ll have a fun, hands-on family activity to go along with it! Be on the lookout for the flyer and registration, which are coming soon.
Thank you to everyone who helped make Color & Connect a success: our families, staff, volunteers, and all who contributed behind the scenes. We appreciate each of you!
It’s All About the Kids! The Time is Now! The Clear Choice!
Families enjoyed painting, refreshments, and meaningful conversations about supporting their children and strengthening the connection between home and school.
A special thank you to Truist Bank and the South Carolina Office of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities for joining us and sharing valuable information and resources with our families. We truly appreciate your partnership!
Did you miss Color & Connect? Don’t worry! Join us on September 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM for Reading Together: Building Strong Readers at Home. We’ll share practical ways to support your child’s reading at home, and, of course, we’ll have a fun, hands-on family activity to go along with it! Be on the lookout for the flyer and registration, which are coming soon.
Thank you to everyone who helped make Color & Connect a success: our families, staff, volunteers, and all who contributed behind the scenes. We appreciate each of you!
It’s All About the Kids! The Time is Now! The Clear Choice!
The Colleton County School District convocation production team would like to say thank you again for the many participants who aided with the convocation to kick off the 2026-2027 school year. Mr. Carlos Hamlin with Ace Basin Photography captured so many wonderful images from the event. Please enjoy these fantastic photos of some of the best teachers, staff and students in Colleton County. We cannot have a successful year without each of you.
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CCSD Staff Development Day: Investing in Excellence
Colleton County School District educators recently came together for an engaging day of professional learning focused on strengthening classroom instruction and preparing for a successful school year. Staff participated in grade-level and content-specific sessions centered on high-quality instructional materials, literacy and math instruction, formative assessment, inclusive teaching practices, classroom support strategies, collaboration, and planning for the year ahead. The day also provided dedicated time for teachers to work together, refine instructional practices, and ensure every classroom is ready to provide exceptional learning experiences for students.
As we begin the new school year, CCSD remains committed to supporting our educators through meaningful professional learning because when teachers grow, students thrive. Together, we continue to make Colleton County School District The Clear Choice.
Colleton County School District educators recently came together for an engaging day of professional learning focused on strengthening classroom instruction and preparing for a successful school year. Staff participated in grade-level and content-specific sessions centered on high-quality instructional materials, literacy and math instruction, formative assessment, inclusive teaching practices, classroom support strategies, collaboration, and planning for the year ahead. The day also provided dedicated time for teachers to work together, refine instructional practices, and ensure every classroom is ready to provide exceptional learning experiences for students.
As we begin the new school year, CCSD remains committed to supporting our educators through meaningful professional learning because when teachers grow, students thrive. Together, we continue to make Colleton County School District The Clear Choice.
Parent & Family Engagement Workshop. Join us for an evening of creativity, conversation and connection!! Families will enjoy painting together while learning about school resources, sharing ideas, and building meaningful relationships with our schools.
Please join us for our back to school open house on July 30, 2026. The schedule for each location is posted on the flyer below. We are very excited to welcome all of our Colleton County students back to school!
To assist our 4K and 5K students in their transition to school, students in 4K and 5K will attend the first 5 days of school according to the first letter of their last name. Please refer to the attached schedule.
Day 4: Superintendent Breakfast
The final day of new employee induction began with the Superintendent Breakfast. New employees heard remarks from several speakers, including Colleton County School District Board of Trustees Chairperson Glenn Nixon, Walterboro Mayor James Broderick, Walterboro County Council Chairman Scott Biering, and Superintendent Tripp Aldredge. The Forest Hills Elementary Honors Choir, led by Miss Taylor Fussell, performed several musical selections before breakfast, which was prepared by the Colleton County School District Office of Student Nutrition. After breakfast, new employees visited their home schools with their principals for classroom tours.
The final day of new employee induction began with the Superintendent Breakfast. New employees heard remarks from several speakers, including Colleton County School District Board of Trustees Chairperson Glenn Nixon, Walterboro Mayor James Broderick, Walterboro County Council Chairman Scott Biering, and Superintendent Tripp Aldredge. The Forest Hills Elementary Honors Choir, led by Miss Taylor Fussell, performed several musical selections before breakfast, which was prepared by the Colleton County School District Office of Student Nutrition. After breakfast, new employees visited their home schools with their principals for classroom tours.
Day 3 - Strengthening Classroom Success
The Office of Curriculum and Instruction continued New Staff Induction with a day focused on preparing teachers for a successful school year. Sessions emphasized effective classroom management, establishing classroom routines and procedures, building positive relationships with students, and creating engaging learning environments. The Office of Exceptional Learning provided a brief overview of its programs, services, and support available to teachers and schools. New educators left with practical strategies and resources to help them begin the school year with confidence.
The Office of Curriculum and Instruction continued New Staff Induction with a day focused on preparing teachers for a successful school year. Sessions emphasized effective classroom management, establishing classroom routines and procedures, building positive relationships with students, and creating engaging learning environments. The Office of Exceptional Learning provided a brief overview of its programs, services, and support available to teachers and schools. New educators left with practical strategies and resources to help them begin the school year with confidence.
Day 2 – Building a Strong Foundation
The Office of Teaching and Learning welcomed our newest educators with a day focused on building a strong instructional foundation for the school year. Teachers explored effective teaching and learning practices, classroom management strategies, engaging instructional activities, and beginning-of-the-year procedures designed to create positive learning environments from day one. The Office of Student Support Services also provided an overview of its roles, responsibilities, and the comprehensive support available to schools, students, and families. Throughout the day, participants collaborated with district staff and colleagues while gaining practical tools and resources to support student success.
The Office of Teaching and Learning welcomed our newest educators with a day focused on building a strong instructional foundation for the school year. Teachers explored effective teaching and learning practices, classroom management strategies, engaging instructional activities, and beginning-of-the-year procedures designed to create positive learning environments from day one. The Office of Student Support Services also provided an overview of its roles, responsibilities, and the comprehensive support available to schools, students, and families. Throughout the day, participants collaborated with district staff and colleagues while gaining practical tools and resources to support student success.
New Staff Induction: Day 1
District staff welcomed new employees for the 2026–2027 school year with a celebratory welcome tunnel. The Band of Blue drumline and staff cheers created a memorable display of district pride. Superintendent Aldredge shared a welcome message and the district’s vision. Throughout the day, new employees rotated through sessions on district culture and success, benefits, and payroll.
District staff welcomed new employees for the 2026–2027 school year with a celebratory welcome tunnel. The Band of Blue drumline and staff cheers created a memorable display of district pride. Superintendent Aldredge shared a welcome message and the district’s vision. Throughout the day, new employees rotated through sessions on district culture and success, benefits, and payroll.
Community Event.
Several Colleton County School District teachers participated in a 3-day professional development on July 7-9, 2026, facilitated by a Savvas SIOP® Certified Consultant. SIOP® (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) training is a research-based professional development program designed to help educators teach grade-level content effectively to English learners and multilingual students. It pairs rigorous academic instruction with targeted language development.
