Colleton County School District will observe an early dismissal schedule on Friday, April 25, 2025, to allow our students to participate in many of the activities & performances during the 50th Anniversary of the Colleton County Rice Festival.
Today, Forest Hills Elementary became the champions of the 2025 5th Grade Kick Ball Tournament. The final game was between FHE & NES. All of the students representing Bells Elementary, Cottageville Elementary, Forest Hills Elementary, Hendersonville Elementary, & Northside Elementary played great games. Thank you to all the CCHS athletes for working as referees during the games. Thank you to all the school coaches that worked hard to teach the students the fundamentals of Kick Ball & being good sportsmen.
Happening now @ Colleton County Parks & Recreation, 2025 5th Grade Kickball Tournament!’ Come out & have some fun cheering on these teams!!
State Testing begins April 29, 2025. Please mark your calendars.
Please be reminded state law prohibits students from having any electronic devices in their possession during state testing. This includes cell phones, smart watches, fit bits, or eye glasses with imaging or Bluetooth capability. Students will be asked to turn any device off, label with a sticky note provided by the teacher, and place the device into a plastic tub kept at the front of the classroom. Students not adhering to these procedures will be subject to disciplinary action at the school level that includes suspension and/or not receiving a test score/test invalidation. The SCDE could pursue a referral to law enforcement for investigation.
Today, April 15, 2025, Superintendent Jessica Williams attended the Colleton County Council's Second Budget Work Session at County Council Chambers. Several board members and district staff members attended as well. See the story here: https://www.live5news.com/2025/04/15/colleton-county-leaders-talk-growth-balancing-priorities-budget-workshops/.
COLLETON FFA SPRING PLANT SALE
April 12th 9 AM to 3 PM
at TCTC 1069 Thunderbolt Drive Walterboro, SC 29488
Contact info Email: Glutton@colleton.k12.sc.us Text: 843-790-4185
VEGETABLES ·BELL PEPPER ·ITALIAN HERB BOWL ·JALAPENO PEPPER ·SWEET BANANA PEPPER ·BRANDYWINE TOMATO ·BETTER BOY TOMATO ·CELEBRITY TOMATO ·CHEROKEE PURPLE TOMATO ·WATERMELON ·CUCUMBER ·OKRA ·SQUASH ·CANTALOUPE FLOWERS • ZEBRA PLANT • GERANIUM • GERBERA • PETUNIA • PORTULACA • WANDERING JEW • LANTANA • MARIGOLD • VERBENA • VINCA • COLEUS • STRING-OF-PEARLS • BEGONIA • BUTTERFLY BUSH • CELOSIA • COLOCASIA • IPOMEA CASH OR CHECKS ONLY FLOWER HANGING BASKETS $15 6" POTS $5 GALLON POTS $10 6 PK FLOWERS/VEGETABLES $3 4.5" SQ POTS $3 VEGETABLE POTS $1
Please take a minute to read about CCSD School Board Secretary Sharon Witkin that can be found on the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) website..
"Colleton’s Sharon Witkin: An “All-In” Advocate for Public Education"
https://scsba.org/sharon-witkin-2/
Check out this awesome video from CCHS Cougar football!!! Keep up the awesome work!
https://youtu.be/xoPqMqbRfxk
Today, April 9, 2025, our Superintendent Jessica Williams, & CCSD Board Members Lynn Stroble, Sharon Witkin, Glenn Nixon, & Roman Cunningham visited the State Capitol to meet with our state legislators to advocate for our school district. While there, they also visited the SC Department of Education to meet with State Superintendent Ellen Weaver.
Congratulations to the following CCSD Family Members:
Colleton FFA Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, April 12, 2025
9:00 AM -3:00 PM
@ TCTC
1069 Thunderbolt Drive
Walterboro, SC 29488
On Tuesday evening, April 1, 2025, Superintendent Jessica Williams had the pleasure of showcasing two phenomenal groups of students from CCHS & TCTC to the Colleton County Council at the council's monthly meeting. Jobs for America (J.A.G.) leaders, Shon Johnson & Alana Lane, proudly shared information about the program and allowed several students to share how J.A.G. had changed/influenced their academic & personal lives. Also Mr. Kumar's Pre-Calculus class shared a project based lesson that they were working on to demonstrate "Trig in Motion"!
Greetings, Colleton County School District Families.
The District is closely monitoring the potentially hazardous weather conditions expected late this afternoon & evening. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, all after school and extracurricular activities, including Athletics are cancelled. Additional updates will be communicated if weather conditions change.
The 2025 CCHS Spring Career Fair was a tremendous success!! Check out this awesome video created by Jaquantae Film +Co.!!! Thank you, Jaquantae for showcasing this wonderful event!!
https://youtu.be/mS4N11YVlhU
The CCHS Global Career Department and the Jobs for American Graduates Organization held the 2025 Spring Career Fair on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 8:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. It was an exceptional opportunity for many local companies to engage with students, showcase the organizations' career pathways, connect with future talent, and gain valuable exposure while educating students about each business. Thank you to everyone that participated to make this event a huge success. Check out WCSC's Live 5 news story at: https://www.live5news.com/2025/03/27/colleton-county-high-school-hosts-career-fair-students/.
Mark your calendars!! Who will be the champions of the 2025 5th Grade Kickball Tournament?
Cougar Expo 2025: A Roaring Success!
The Cougar Expo 2025 has concluded, and what a triumph it was! We witnessed incredible innovation, inspiring presentations, and a vibrant community coming together. From cutting-edge research to groundbreaking projects, the talent and dedication showcased were remarkable.
Thank you to all the participants, organizers, volunteers, and attendees who made this event a success. Your contributions fueled the energy and excitement that made Cougar Expo 2025 unforgettable. We look forward to seeing the continued impact of the ideas and connections forged during this remarkable event.
The South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) hosted its 43rd Annual Conference from March 20 to 23, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Greenville in Greenville, SC. This premier event offered educational office professionals opportunities for professional development, networking, and inspiration.
Conference Highlights:
• Keynote Speakers included:
• Opening Keynote (March 21, 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM): “Shift with Dr. Joy!” presented by Joy McLaughlin-Harris, an international speaker, leadership educator, and re-brand coach.
• Closing Keynote (March 23, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM): Delivered by Charlene McKnight, founder and executive director of Four Giving Hearts, Incorporated.
• Workshops and seminars offered a variety of sessions covering topics such as technology, communication, and leadership.
• Networking opportunities allowed attendees to connect with peers from across the state & to share experiences and best practices.
• The Awards Banquet celebrated the achievements of colleagues with an evening of recognition and entertainment.
Colleton Academy for Success Career Fair
At Colleton Academy for Success (CAS), we are dedicated to preparing our students for a bright and successful future. Our Career Fair on Thursday, March 20, 2025, was an exciting opportunity for our students to actively engage with professionals from various industries, gaining valuable insight into the many career pathways available to them. By connecting with experts in different fields, students were able to explore potential career options, ask meaningful questions, and start envisioning their futures with confidence.
This event introduced students to a wide range of career clusters, helping them understand the skills, education, and experiences needed to excel in different professions. Whether they are interested in healthcare, human services, technology, business, the arts, skilled trades or etc. The students were provided a firsthand look at real-world opportunities and the steps necessary for students to achieve their goals.
#WeLoveTEAMColleton! Way to go, Ms. Robinson!!!