October is National Principal's Month and Colleton County School District would like to honor the dedication and hard work of our school principals. The impact each of you have on the students, staff and community is so important. Thank you for your leadership, vision and hands-on approach to creating a positive learning environment for the students in Colleton County School District.
Please join us for a "Family Tech Talk Night" on Tuesday, November 13, 2025 at 5:00pm in the boardroom located at the Colleton County School District administrative offices.
Stephanie Hite (SC Attorney General's Office) will be presenting discussions on internet safety, digital footprints, cyberbullying and other important related topics. This session will hold some valuable information for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you there.
Stephanie Hite (SC Attorney General's Office) will be presenting discussions on internet safety, digital footprints, cyberbullying and other important related topics. This session will hold some valuable information for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you there.
The Colleton County School District Office of Federal Programs is excited to share some information about C.O.R.E Impact in Colleton County. If you are interested in becoming a community leader with C.O.R.E Impact, send an email to leadership@coreimpact.family to learn more.
Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner is Mr. Romeo Edwards from Colleton County High School.
Mr. Edwards shared "Would like to give a shoutout to my JV Football Team. We're on a 3-game winning streak after our win against Beaufort High School last Thursday. We're currently 5-1 on the season. Be sure to come out and support our final home game of the season on October 30, 2025."
Congratulations to Mr. Edwards and keep up the great work!
Mr. Edwards shared "Would like to give a shoutout to my JV Football Team. We're on a 3-game winning streak after our win against Beaufort High School last Thursday. We're currently 5-1 on the season. Be sure to come out and support our final home game of the season on October 30, 2025."
Congratulations to Mr. Edwards and keep up the great work!
The Colleton County School District athletics department has shared the weekly sports schedule for October 20, 2025 through October 25, 2025. Friday night is a home football game as well as "Senior Night." Please come out and support our athletes and seniors.
CCHS Quarter 1 Newsletter
Happy National Boss's Day! We would like to celebrate this day with Superintendent Williams as well as the other leaders within our district. Your hard work and dedication are greatly appreciated. Hope you've had a great day!
On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Colleton County School District held the Committee of the Whole Meeting. During this meeting, we were proud to have the Forest Hills Elementary Paw Patrol read the mission statement and greet guests as they arrived. Superintendent Jessica Williams provided staff recognitions as outlined below.
School board members who received the "Boardmanship Institute Recognition" for points earned from attending various board leadership meetings included Mr. Craig Stivender who earned a level 2 distinction for having earned at least 40 points and Mrs. Sharon Witkin who earned a level 4 distinction for having earned at least 200 points.
The "Above and Beyond" recognitions are nominated by the school principals and included the following: Bells Elementary - Lily Heyward, Black Street Early Childhood Center - Taleija Hill, Cottageville Elementary - Jaymar Gilbuena, Hendersonville Elementary - Sonia Inabinett, Colleton County Middle School - Rhonda Kierpiec, Colleton County High School - Deborah Daniels, Thunderbolt Career & Technology Center - Brian Wilson.
"Special Recognition" was given to CCHS NJROTC instructor PR1 Christopher Hutchens. His colleague, Chief Kenneth Delee, nominated him for a job well done. Over the last 10 years of his tenure with the program, PR1 Hutchens has mentored over 1400 students, produced over 100 cadets who went on to join the military as a career after high school and has helped cadets earn 1 million dollars in scholarships.
The Office of Student Nutrition were recognized for a job well done. Director, Mrs. Kristina Wallace, welcomed her staff to the podium for recognition. Staff included Karen Finley, Melinda Risher, Maeetta Hicks, Kurt Finley, Eva Gibson, Brenda Washington, Alice Robinson, Marilyn Pye, Sallie Aiken, Linda Fryar, Patricia Floyd, Harriett Wade, Robin Shrewsbury, Hubert Erwin, Bertie Crosby, Theresa Linder, Phyllis Johns, Peggy Byyah, Hollie Bailey, Sherrill Sanders, April Bridge, Janice Bowers, Gloria Wright, Paullette Barnes, Irish Simmons, Mercedez Raiford, Kimberly Barnes, Clarissa Cockrum, Susan Rivers, Sheryl Rudy, Belinda Robinson, Jaime Infinger, Karen Barnes, Lisa Davis and Karen Fennell.
The following instructional coaches were recognized for a job well done: BES - Jessica Reid, BSECC - Renee Roberts, CES - Cotrina Hampton-White, FHE - Allie Utsey, HES - Sonia Inabinett, NES - Stacy Kennedy, CCMS - Laura Reasonover and CCHS - Lydia Culler.
Lastly, the following reading coaches were recognized for a job well done: BES - Sherri Smart, CES - Amy Singleton, FHE-Lesi Sons, HES - Carol Paul, NES - Michelle Phillips.
Congratulations to all of our staff for everything you do day in and day out for the students of Colleton County School District. In Colleton, it's all about the kids.
School board members who received the "Boardmanship Institute Recognition" for points earned from attending various board leadership meetings included Mr. Craig Stivender who earned a level 2 distinction for having earned at least 40 points and Mrs. Sharon Witkin who earned a level 4 distinction for having earned at least 200 points.
The "Above and Beyond" recognitions are nominated by the school principals and included the following: Bells Elementary - Lily Heyward, Black Street Early Childhood Center - Taleija Hill, Cottageville Elementary - Jaymar Gilbuena, Hendersonville Elementary - Sonia Inabinett, Colleton County Middle School - Rhonda Kierpiec, Colleton County High School - Deborah Daniels, Thunderbolt Career & Technology Center - Brian Wilson.
"Special Recognition" was given to CCHS NJROTC instructor PR1 Christopher Hutchens. His colleague, Chief Kenneth Delee, nominated him for a job well done. Over the last 10 years of his tenure with the program, PR1 Hutchens has mentored over 1400 students, produced over 100 cadets who went on to join the military as a career after high school and has helped cadets earn 1 million dollars in scholarships.
The Office of Student Nutrition were recognized for a job well done. Director, Mrs. Kristina Wallace, welcomed her staff to the podium for recognition. Staff included Karen Finley, Melinda Risher, Maeetta Hicks, Kurt Finley, Eva Gibson, Brenda Washington, Alice Robinson, Marilyn Pye, Sallie Aiken, Linda Fryar, Patricia Floyd, Harriett Wade, Robin Shrewsbury, Hubert Erwin, Bertie Crosby, Theresa Linder, Phyllis Johns, Peggy Byyah, Hollie Bailey, Sherrill Sanders, April Bridge, Janice Bowers, Gloria Wright, Paullette Barnes, Irish Simmons, Mercedez Raiford, Kimberly Barnes, Clarissa Cockrum, Susan Rivers, Sheryl Rudy, Belinda Robinson, Jaime Infinger, Karen Barnes, Lisa Davis and Karen Fennell.
The following instructional coaches were recognized for a job well done: BES - Jessica Reid, BSECC - Renee Roberts, CES - Cotrina Hampton-White, FHE - Allie Utsey, HES - Sonia Inabinett, NES - Stacy Kennedy, CCMS - Laura Reasonover and CCHS - Lydia Culler.
Lastly, the following reading coaches were recognized for a job well done: BES - Sherri Smart, CES - Amy Singleton, FHE-Lesi Sons, HES - Carol Paul, NES - Michelle Phillips.
Congratulations to all of our staff for everything you do day in and day out for the students of Colleton County School District. In Colleton, it's all about the kids.
Colleton County School District is excited to share the great opportunities being offered at our elementary schools. We invite you to come learn with us.
Colleton County School District is excited to share the great opportunities being offered at Colleton County Middle School. We invite you to come learn with us.
Colleton County School District is excited to share the great opportunities being offered at Colleton County High School. We invite you to come learn with us.
The Colleton County School District Athletics Department is very excited to share the weekly athletic calendar for October 13th - October 18th. This Friday, October 17th is "Hall of Fame" night. Please plan to come out to show your support as we honor these alumni.
Colleton County First Responders invites you to their National Night Out on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm. This is a great way to meet your local first responders. This is a free event and they will have food, vendors, games and more.
Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner, Ms. Taylor Fussell from Forest Hills Elementary School. Ms. Fussell shared "My Honors choir kiddos had a fantastic debut performance last week, and they are already looking forward to their next performance. Music at FHE really is great. I enjoy watching so many students radiate with pride for themselves and their hard work, including those who are not in the Honors Choir! " Congratulations and keep up the great work!
Colleton County School District will be on Fall Break the week of October 6th through October 10th. Please see the schedule below.
Colleton County School District would like to say Happy National Instructional Coaches Appreciation Day to all of the instructional coaches in our district. Instructional coaches build relationships first and work tirelessly to foster collaboration and positive learning experiences that feel supportive. Thank you for motivating our teachers and finding joy in watching our students and teachers thrive!!
Please see the attached information regarding Flu Shot Clinic Schedule from Sweetgrass Pharmacy & Compounding. The schedule is for October 6, 2025 and October 7, 2025. For those interested in receiving the vaccine, please fill out the registration form by clicking on the Sweet Grass logo on the flyer in the email you received. If you have any other questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to let me know.
Also note:
CCHS and CCMS times have changed:
CCHS 11:30 am-12:30 pm
CCMS and TCTC 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
Nurse Dingle
Also note:
CCHS and CCMS times have changed:
CCHS 11:30 am-12:30 pm
CCMS and TCTC 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
Nurse Dingle
The Colleton County School District Office of Buildings and Grounds would like to say thank you to all of the custodial staff who work day in and day out to keep our schools clean and safe. Your hard work is very appreciative. Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day!! Keep up the great work!!
Congratulations to this week's “Tell Me Something Good” drawing winner Mr. Jake Jacobs from Colleton County Middle School. Mr.Jacobs shared "In stepping into a new role within the district, I have received overwhelming support from district office staff. Thank you for all of your help Mrs. Headden and Mrs. Boseman!" Congratulations and keep up the great work!
Please see the attached flyer for a free health fair and community day. For more information, contact the individuals listed on the flyer.
