Stags up! District and local government officials, school administrators and students all came out to celebrate the groundbreaking of Berkeley High's new expansion wing. Upon completion, the new two-story facility will provide nearly 41,000 square feet of instructional space!










Stop, drop and hold! Along with schools around the world, BCSD schools practiced earthquake drills and went over earthquake safety for the "Great American ShakeOut!"



During Hispanic Heritage Month, Goose Creek Elementary students learned about Hispanic countries' histories, cultures and traditions. In culmination of all their research and hard work, students paraded the halls of GCE to celebrate what they learned with their fellow classmates. Awesome job, Otters!





What a fierce showing by the Foxes! With a whopping 20.5 percent increase, Macedonia Middle had the most growth on SC Ready Math of any middle school in BCSD. As a reward for this remarkable achievement, students and staff were treated to ice cream by the central office.










Ice cream for everyone! The Dragons gave a mighty roar on SC Ready! Devon Forest Elementary students and staff were celebrated this week for achieving the most growth, 7.5 percent, out of all BCSD elementary schools on SC Ready ELA! They also saw 5.7 percent growth on their SC Ready Math results. Keep up the great work, DFE!





Sedgefield Middle has pulled off the hat trick! SFM is the only school in BCSD to have seen more than five percent growth on its 2025-2026 SC Ready ELA, SC Ready Math and SC Ready Science scores. Plus, out of all the middle schools in BCSD, SFM had the highest growth, 7.5 percent, on the SC Ready ELA test! To recognize these tremendous accomplishments, district officials treated both SFM students and staff to ice cream.










It's a great day to be a Gator! District and local government officials, school administrators and students all came out to celebrate the groundbreaking of Goose Creek High's new expansion wing. Upon completion, the new two-story facility will provide nearly 41,000 square feet of instructional space!









October is National Principals Month! Our school principals make a positive difference in our schools every day by exemplifying strong leadership, supporting students and staff, and being good stewards of their school communities. They're an essential part of helping us create the future we dare to imagine. A big thank you to our school principals for everything they do and the countless hours they put in to ensure their schools' success!

Thank you to everyone who came out to meet Principal Natasha Grigg at Timberland High yesterday evening! Students did a great job serving popcorn and snow cones to visitors. #MakingAPositiveDifference
At last night's Board of Education meeting, Quenetta White was named the Executive Director of Leadership and School Support, effective immediately. Congratulations on your appointment, Quenetta!

One band, one sound, one BCSD! On Saturday, marching bands from Berkeley High, Timberland High, Hanahan High, Cane Bay High and Stratford High came together to play at the annual Cane Bay Cobra Classic!










Art is for everyone! H.E. Bonner Elementary's Unified Art classes combines general education students and students with special needs to practice self-expression and explore their creativity.




The Constitution is the highest law in the land! Today, students at Boulder Bluff Elementary and Philip Simmons Middle heard from local lawyers about the importance of the Constitution and how it applies to America's three branches of government.




The arts are the apple of our eye. Goose Creek High students are practicing still-life drawing during National Arts in Education Week.



''Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference in this world and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.” — Roberto Clemente
From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the vibrant history and culture of Hispanic and Latino communities. Throughout the month, we'll be highlighting cultural celebrations and lessons about Hispanic heritage at our schools.
From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the vibrant history and culture of Hispanic and Latino communities. Throughout the month, we'll be highlighting cultural celebrations and lessons about Hispanic heritage at our schools.

The Eagles are soaring straight to the top! Bowen's Corner Elementary is a proud member of the 75% Club! Last week, students and staff were celebrated for having 75% of students reach Meets/Exceeds on SC Ready ELA.




BCSD Adult Education changes the trajectory of people's lives! Nationwide, adult education meets current challenges in a community, stimulates the economy and connects employers to local talent. Since this week is Adult Education & Family Literacy Week, we want to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible work BCSD Adult Education does to make a positive difference in Berkeley County!

Arts in education drives student success across every measure: academic achievement, workforce readiness and student wellness. Throughout National Arts in Education Week, we are celebrating how our fine arts programs make a positive difference in BCSD!

Breakfast — the most important meal of the day! Starting today, ALL Berkeley County School District students will receive breakfast at NO COST for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. Over the next few days, BCSD Child Nutrition Services will also be crediting student accounts for any breakfast charges made since the start of the school year.

As a friendly reminder, BCSD schools and offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day! We will resume our normal schedule Tuesday, Sept. 8. Have a safe and relaxing holiday!

