Vote for This Year’s Student-Designed T-Shirt! September 4th-September 11th
The designs are in, and now it’s YOUR turn to vote! Help us choose the official 2026–2027 CLS Student-Designed T-Shirt that best captures the spirit of Carolyn Lewis School.
Voting is open now through Friday, September 11. Cast your vote and help us pick this year’s winning design!
https://forms.gle/L6yJQsC2kULu44uf9
The designs are in, and now it’s YOUR turn to vote! Help us choose the official 2026–2027 CLS Student-Designed T-Shirt that best captures the spirit of Carolyn Lewis School.
Voting is open now through Friday, September 11. Cast your vote and help us pick this year’s winning design!
https://forms.gle/L6yJQsC2kULu44uf9
September Mock Renaissance Rally: Friday, September 11
Our September Mock Renaissance Rally will focus on connection, expectations, and Loggerhead spirit! Wear red, white, and blue as we come together as a CLS community to honor and remember 9/11. During the rally, students and staff will:
Review our school-wide expectations and WAVE values
Check in with their grade level and celebrate their progress
Participate in rally games and activities
Learn about the launch of our PBIS Rewards System
Build excitement for our upcoming Color Splash Fundraiser
Take a moment to honor and remember those impacted by 9/11
Our September Mock Renaissance Rally will focus on connection, expectations, and Loggerhead spirit! Wear red, white, and blue as we come together as a CLS community to honor and remember 9/11. During the rally, students and staff will:
Review our school-wide expectations and WAVE values
Check in with their grade level and celebrate their progress
Participate in rally games and activities
Learn about the launch of our PBIS Rewards System
Build excitement for our upcoming Color Splash Fundraiser
Take a moment to honor and remember those impacted by 9/11
Fall Picture Day is Coming!
Get ready to smile! Fall Picture Day is Wednesday, September 29, 2026. Students will have the opportunity to have their school picture taken during the school day. Be sure your student comes ready to smile and make some great memories!
Picture Day: September 29, 2026
Get ready to smile! Fall Picture Day is Wednesday, September 29, 2026. Students will have the opportunity to have their school picture taken during the school day. Be sure your student comes ready to smile and make some great memories!
Picture Day: September 29, 2026
Color Splash Fundraiser: ROLL CALL! September 4th-September 18th
If your student hasn’t registered for our Color Splash Fundraiser yet, now is the time!
Register: https://www.fundgive.com/
Group Code: 8JM37 and contacts to unlock the Spin-to-Win game!
Check out our Leaderboard as of 9/9!
Families can:
Share their fundraiser with family and friends nationwide
Collect special badges just for registering!
Spin to redeem tokens for prizes
Enter for a chance to win from $125,000+ in nationwide giveaways featuring prizes from Apple, Nintendo, PlayStation, Amazon, and more!
ALMOST HALFWAY: $23,328
GOAL: $50, 000
If your student hasn’t registered for our Color Splash Fundraiser yet, now is the time!
Register: https://www.fundgive.com/
Group Code: 8JM37 and contacts to unlock the Spin-to-Win game!
Check out our Leaderboard as of 9/9!
Families can:
Share their fundraiser with family and friends nationwide
Collect special badges just for registering!
Spin to redeem tokens for prizes
Enter for a chance to win from $125,000+ in nationwide giveaways featuring prizes from Apple, Nintendo, PlayStation, Amazon, and more!
ALMOST HALFWAY: $23,328
GOAL: $50, 000
PSAT/NMSQT Information for 8th Grade Families
We encourage our 8th grade families to consider registering their student for the PSAT/NMSQT, which will be administered online during the school day on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
The PSAT/NMSQT is a valuable opportunity for students to become familiar with the types of questions and testing experience they may encounter on the SAT in high school. It is also the only assessment accepted for South Carolina Junior Scholar eligibility. Students who earn a qualifying score of 550 or higher in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing OR 530 or higher in Math may be recognized as South Carolina Junior Scholars. Taking the PSAT does not guarantee Junior Scholar recognition.
Important Registration Information:
Cost: $16.00 for students not selected for district payment
District Payment: Some students will have their PSAT fee paid by the district based on their SC Ready scores from last year. Students who qualify will be notified.
Permission & Payment Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Permission Forms: Permission forms will be sent home in Friday Folders.
Registration Fee: https://bcsdschools.schoolcashonline.com/
We encourage our 8th grade families to consider registering their student for the PSAT/NMSQT, which will be administered online during the school day on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
The PSAT/NMSQT is a valuable opportunity for students to become familiar with the types of questions and testing experience they may encounter on the SAT in high school. It is also the only assessment accepted for South Carolina Junior Scholar eligibility. Students who earn a qualifying score of 550 or higher in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing OR 530 or higher in Math may be recognized as South Carolina Junior Scholars. Taking the PSAT does not guarantee Junior Scholar recognition.
Important Registration Information:
Cost: $16.00 for students not selected for district payment
District Payment: Some students will have their PSAT fee paid by the district based on their SC Ready scores from last year. Students who qualify will be notified.
Permission & Payment Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Permission Forms: Permission forms will be sent home in Friday Folders.
Registration Fee: https://bcsdschools.schoolcashonline.com/
Berkeley County's Gifted and Talented Arts Program is available to students of Berkeley County Public Schools between the 4th and 12th grade who have auditioned and are identified as gifted/talented in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. Once identified, students may attend seven Saturday STEP opportunities at a school throughout the district during the school year and a two-week summer program. Sixth through eighth grade STEP students may also attend Marrington Middle School of the Arts.
To qualify for STEP, students must either audition before a jury composed of fine arts professionals (theatre, music, and dance) or must complete on-site visual arts assignments. In addition, students are given tests that are indicators of potential in the various art disciplines. The jury seeks to identify students with outstanding potential in the arts.
STEP Registration Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJmXT1vzg7hnOjZZRujxnsZEMnXP-baD3JzByAZaByJ5Nsyw/viewform
STEP Descriptions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1amvLn5cOl_jwUCGTPU2aDeEhodoKhcQS9iQn-9FxxBo/edit?tab=t.0
Auditions are open from now until November 30, 2026. We would love to see a great turnout for STEP Auditions this year. Above is the description letter, which includes the link and a scannable QR Code.
Locations and times:
January 8th - Carolyn Lewis School 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM
January 9th - Sedgefield Middle School 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM
To qualify for STEP, students must either audition before a jury composed of fine arts professionals (theatre, music, and dance) or must complete on-site visual arts assignments. In addition, students are given tests that are indicators of potential in the various art disciplines. The jury seeks to identify students with outstanding potential in the arts.
STEP Registration Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJmXT1vzg7hnOjZZRujxnsZEMnXP-baD3JzByAZaByJ5Nsyw/viewform
STEP Descriptions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1amvLn5cOl_jwUCGTPU2aDeEhodoKhcQS9iQn-9FxxBo/edit?tab=t.0
Auditions are open from now until November 30, 2026. We would love to see a great turnout for STEP Auditions this year. Above is the description letter, which includes the link and a scannable QR Code.
Locations and times:
January 8th - Carolyn Lewis School 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM
January 9th - Sedgefield Middle School 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM
It’s Almost Fall Fest Time!
We’re getting ready for one of our favorite CLS traditions! Join us for the 4th Annual Fall Fest at Carolyn Lewis School on Thursday, October 1, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the CLS Courtyard! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with fall fun, activities, entertainment, student performances, food, and opportunities to connect with our CLS community and local partners.
Want to Be Part of Fall Fest?
We are looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants who would like to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! If you are interested in participating, please complete our Fall Fest Participant Form and let us know how you would like to be involved:
https://forms.gle/7SShqCfbKhAQCcFWA
*Updates and Information can be found in the Family WAVE Weekly Newsletter*
We’re getting ready for one of our favorite CLS traditions! Join us for the 4th Annual Fall Fest at Carolyn Lewis School on Thursday, October 1, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the CLS Courtyard! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with fall fun, activities, entertainment, student performances, food, and opportunities to connect with our CLS community and local partners.
Want to Be Part of Fall Fest?
We are looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants who would like to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! If you are interested in participating, please complete our Fall Fest Participant Form and let us know how you would like to be involved:
https://forms.gle/7SShqCfbKhAQCcFWA
*Updates and Information can be found in the Family WAVE Weekly Newsletter*
COLOR SPLASH FUNDRAISER KICKS OFF TODAY!
With the help of our CLS families and community, we are working to raise $50,000 to transform our outdoor spaces at Carolyn Lewis School. Every student and every family can make a difference! First class to reach 100% registration earns extra Flex Time! Students can also earn credits, class rewards, individual prizes, and additional prizes through the fundraiser’s incentive programs!
Here’s How to Get Started:
1. REGISTER your student at https://www.fundgive.com/
using Group Code: 8JM37
2. SHARE your student’s fundraiser with 5 or more family members, friends, or supporters using the online sharing tools.
3. SHOP & DONATE through your student’s personal fundraising link. There are 800+ items available online, giving families plenty of ways to participate!
4. Donations Due: September 18, 2026.
5. Color Splash GRAND FINALE: Friday, September 25, MORE INFO TO COME.
Updates and Information can be found in the Family WAVE Weekly Newsletter
Get ready to show your pride and represent your favorite college or university! On Friday, September 4, all students and staff are encouraged to wear a shirt or school colors representing their favorite college or university. Whether you’re cheering for a Gamecock, Tiger, Bulldog, or another favorite team, let’s fill Carolyn Lewis School with college spirit and pride!
Show your pride. Rep your school. Let’s celebrate the bright futures ahead for all of our students!
*All Information is located in the Family WAVE weekly newsletter*
Show your pride. Rep your school. Let’s celebrate the bright futures ahead for all of our students!
*All Information is located in the Family WAVE weekly newsletter*
We’re excited to welcome Kona Ice to Carolyn Lewis School for a fun Friday treat! 20% of all purchases will go back to support our school and student activities.
Families can use the flyer’s ordering link to:
Make a one-time purchase for the entire 2026–2027 school year, or purchase Kona Ice for our September 4 visit. Order deadline: Tomorrow, September 2 at 5:00 PM
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Kona Ice days: September 4, October 2, November 6, February 5, March 5, and April 9. Thank you for supporting Carolyn Lewis School and our Loggerheads!
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K96X4694423
Schedule Change Request Form Now Available
Carolyn Lewis School’s Schedule Change Request Form is now available for parents and guardians who would like to request a schedule change for their student.
Please note that schedule changes are not guaranteed and are subject to class size, course availability, and scheduling constraints. At this time, the school is also unable to accept requests for specific teacher changes.
All schedule change requests must be submitted through the Schedule Change Request Form. Requests submitted by email will not be accepted.
All requests will be reviewed, and families will be contacted if a change can be accommodated.
https://forms.gle/DJAQRW8q1DsQTPtdA
Carolyn Lewis School’s Schedule Change Request Form is now available for parents and guardians who would like to request a schedule change for their student.
Please note that schedule changes are not guaranteed and are subject to class size, course availability, and scheduling constraints. At this time, the school is also unable to accept requests for specific teacher changes.
All schedule change requests must be submitted through the Schedule Change Request Form. Requests submitted by email will not be accepted.
All requests will be reviewed, and families will be contacted if a change can be accommodated.
https://forms.gle/DJAQRW8q1DsQTPtdA
For any interested 7th and 8th graders!
Superintendent Dr. Anthony Dixon stopped by as part of his back-to-school visits across Berkeley County. It was great to see our students and staff kicking off what is sure to be an incredible 2026–2027 school year!
#MakingAPositiveDifference
#MakingAPositiveDifference
We want to share an important update regarding Gifted & Talented (GT) identification and class placement for students in grades 6–8:
As we reviewed our GT student information and class placements, we identified a need to make adjustments to ensure that student schedules and GT placements accurately reflect current South Carolina and district requirements.
Under the state’s GT identification criteria, state-identified GT students are required to receive GT services and are given priority for placement in GT classes. Locally identified students are reviewed annually and are not guaranteed placement in a GT class from one school year to the next. As a result, some students who were initially placed in a GT class under local identification, required a schedule adjustment to ensure that state-identified students receive the required services. they are required to receive.
We recognize that schedule changes after Meet the Teacher can be frustrating for students and families, and we sincerely appreciate your patience as we work through this process. Our school is still actively working with district officials to review placements and develop solutions that minimize the impact on students while ensuring that we meet all state and district requirements.
We will also be providing families with additional information about GT identification criteria, state and local identification, placement procedures, and the annual review process. We believe it is important for families to have a clear understanding of how GT identification and placement work, as this may not have been made clear previously.
Because individual schedule adjustments require careful review, we ask for your patience as we work through each situation. If your student requires an additional schedule change, our school will contact you directly if and when that change occurs.
Please be assured that our goal is to make this process as smooth as possible for our students and families. We are committed to ensuring that our GT identification and placement procedures are accurate, consistent, and aligned with state and district expectations moving forward.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and partnership as we makes waves and lead forward through these adjustments.
As we reviewed our GT student information and class placements, we identified a need to make adjustments to ensure that student schedules and GT placements accurately reflect current South Carolina and district requirements.
Under the state’s GT identification criteria, state-identified GT students are required to receive GT services and are given priority for placement in GT classes. Locally identified students are reviewed annually and are not guaranteed placement in a GT class from one school year to the next. As a result, some students who were initially placed in a GT class under local identification, required a schedule adjustment to ensure that state-identified students receive the required services. they are required to receive.
We recognize that schedule changes after Meet the Teacher can be frustrating for students and families, and we sincerely appreciate your patience as we work through this process. Our school is still actively working with district officials to review placements and develop solutions that minimize the impact on students while ensuring that we meet all state and district requirements.
We will also be providing families with additional information about GT identification criteria, state and local identification, placement procedures, and the annual review process. We believe it is important for families to have a clear understanding of how GT identification and placement work, as this may not have been made clear previously.
Because individual schedule adjustments require careful review, we ask for your patience as we work through each situation. If your student requires an additional schedule change, our school will contact you directly if and when that change occurs.
Please be assured that our goal is to make this process as smooth as possible for our students and families. We are committed to ensuring that our GT identification and placement procedures are accurate, consistent, and aligned with state and district expectations moving forward.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and partnership as we makes waves and lead forward through these adjustments.
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Sydney Arroyo to the Carolyn Lewis School family as our new 4th Grade Teacher! We're excited to have her passion for teaching, experience, and enthusiasm for building meaningful relationships with students and families. Welcome to the Loggerhead family, Mrs. Arroyo! 💙💚
Please join us in welcoming Nurse Melissa to the Carolyn Lewis School family! With 20 years of nursing experience and a heart for caring for children, we're excited to have her serving our students, staff, and families. Welcome to CLS, Nurse Melissa! 💙💚
We're excited to welcome Mr. Noah Thomas to Carolyn Lewis School as our new 3rd Grade ELA Teacher! His passion for literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and building meaningful relationships will be an incredible asset to our school community. Welcome to CLS! 📚💙
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Morgan Hinds to Carolyn Lewis School as our new 2nd Grade Teacher! We are excited to have her enthusiasm and dedication to creating a positive learning environment for our students. Welcome to the Loggerhead family! 💙💚
Please help us welcome Mr. Michael Montera to Carolyn Lewis School as our new 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher! We are excited for the knowledge, enthusiasm, and meaningful relationships he will bring to our school community. Welcome aboard, Mr. Montera! 💙💚
