Our fundraiser ends TOMORROW! We’ve raised $36,495—73% of our $50,000 goal!
Only 352 of our 1,101 enrolled sellers have registered, so we have lots of room to grow in the FINAL 24 HOURS!!
Register and share today: www.FundGive.com
Group Code: 8JM37
Share your student’s fundraiser with family and friends—every registration, donation, and purchase counts! And don’t forget: Every student who earns 5 or more credits will receive a prize! Let’s make one final push, reach our $50,000 goal, and help your child’s class move into the Top 4!
Only 352 of our 1,101 enrolled sellers have registered, so we have lots of room to grow in the FINAL 24 HOURS!!
Register and share today: www.FundGive.com
Group Code: 8JM37
Share your student’s fundraiser with family and friends—every registration, donation, and purchase counts! And don’t forget: Every student who earns 5 or more credits will receive a prize! Let’s make one final push, reach our $50,000 goal, and help your child’s class move into the Top 4!
STEP Audition Registration is now open!
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.
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
STEP Registration: 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
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.
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
STEP Registration: 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
2026 Lowcountry Service Academy Day
The 2026 Lowcountry Service Academy Day will be held on Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Citadel’s Bastin Hall.
This event is an excellent opportunity for students and their families to learn more about the U.S. service academies and ask questions prior to application deadlines. There is no age restriction for attendance to this information session, but students in the seventh grade and above will find this most applicable.
A service academy education provides students with a four-year college degree, extensive professional and leadership development, and a pathway to serve our country as a commissioned officer. The value of a service academy appointment can be equivalent to a $350,000–$450,000 scholarship.
We would greatly appreciate your help sharing this opportunity with the students and families in your community who may be interested in pursuing an education and career through one of our nation’s service academies.
Students and parents are encouraged to RSVP using the link below so we can plan accordingly.
Register Here:
https://oampluspublic.senate.gov/public/login/c582cbcf-8aa4-44b8-9948-3ecb371b475d
The 2026 Lowcountry Service Academy Day will be held on Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Citadel’s Bastin Hall.
This event is an excellent opportunity for students and their families to learn more about the U.S. service academies and ask questions prior to application deadlines. There is no age restriction for attendance to this information session, but students in the seventh grade and above will find this most applicable.
A service academy education provides students with a four-year college degree, extensive professional and leadership development, and a pathway to serve our country as a commissioned officer. The value of a service academy appointment can be equivalent to a $350,000–$450,000 scholarship.
We would greatly appreciate your help sharing this opportunity with the students and families in your community who may be interested in pursuing an education and career through one of our nation’s service academies.
Students and parents are encouraged to RSVP using the link below so we can plan accordingly.
Register Here:
https://oampluspublic.senate.gov/public/login/c582cbcf-8aa4-44b8-9948-3ecb371b475d
Color Splash Update: FINAL WEEK
Keep adding those contacts, sharing your fundraiser on social media, and spreading the word. Every contact, every social media share, and donation helps us get closer to our goal!!
We are at 65% of our $50,000 GOAL!
REGISTER AND SHARE TODAY: www.fundgive.com
Group Code: 8JM37
Keep adding those contacts, sharing your fundraiser on social media, and spreading the word. Every contact, every social media share, and donation helps us get closer to our goal!!
We are at 65% of our $50,000 GOAL!
REGISTER AND SHARE TODAY: www.fundgive.com
Group Code: 8JM37
Want to Be Part of Fall Fest? Join us for the 4th Annual Fall Fest on Thursday, October 1, from 5:00–7:00 PM .
We’re looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! Interested in participating? Complete the Fall Fest Participant Form:
https://forms.gle/VhWYqbREws3qGNpv6
We’re looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! Interested in participating? Complete the Fall Fest Participant Form:
https://forms.gle/VhWYqbREws3qGNpv6
The School Counseling Department at Carolyn Lewis School is excited to host our Career Day on Thursday, November 19, 2026!
Our goal is to expose students to a wide variety of career opportunities and pathways while connecting them with professionals from our community. We hope this experience will inspire students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and begin thinking about the academic and career goals they would like to pursue in the future.
This is where you come in!
We are looking for guest speakers and community professionals from a variety of career fields who are willing to share their experiences and engage with our students. Presenters will have the opportunity to introduce students to their careers, explain what they do, and inspire them to consider career paths they may not have previously explored.
Career Day will feature interactive career stations throughout the gym, where students will rotate and learn about different professions. We will also have “Careers on Wheels” stations outside for professionals whose careers involve vehicles or equipment that students can see and explore.
Career Day will take place from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
If you are interested in being a guest speaker/presenter for Carolyn Lewis School Career Day on Thursday, November 19th, we would love to have you join us! Please share this with others who may be interested as well!
Our goal is to expose students to a wide variety of career opportunities and pathways while connecting them with professionals from our community. We hope this experience will inspire students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and begin thinking about the academic and career goals they would like to pursue in the future.
This is where you come in!
We are looking for guest speakers and community professionals from a variety of career fields who are willing to share their experiences and engage with our students. Presenters will have the opportunity to introduce students to their careers, explain what they do, and inspire them to consider career paths they may not have previously explored.
Career Day will feature interactive career stations throughout the gym, where students will rotate and learn about different professions. We will also have “Careers on Wheels” stations outside for professionals whose careers involve vehicles or equipment that students can see and explore.
Career Day will take place from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
If you are interested in being a guest speaker/presenter for Carolyn Lewis School Career Day on Thursday, November 19th, we would love to have you join us! Please share this with others who may be interested as well!
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
Picture Day: September 29, 2026
Preparation + Determination=Growth
Our students are making gains in math! For the 2025-2026 school year, our SC Ready Math scores increased by 7.2 percent. According to the South Carolina Department of Education, this makes us the school district with the third-highest growth in SC Ready Math scores in the state!
Color Splash Update: FINAL WEEK!
Don’t forget about Spin-to-Win online prizes—and PTA is offering in-house prizes for whole-class competitions AND individual student competitions!
As of September 13, we've raised $31,237 toward our $50,000 goal!
REGISTER AND SHARE TODAY: www.fundgive.com
Group Code: 8JM37
Keep adding those contacts, sharing your fundraiser on social media, and spreading the word. Every contact, every social media share, and donation helps us get closer to our goal! Let’s keep the momentum going, Loggerheads!
Career Day
The School Counseling Department at Carolyn Lewis School is excited to host our Career Day on Thursday, November 19, 2026!
Our goal is to expose students to a wide variety of career opportunities and pathways while connecting them with professionals from our community. We hope this experience will inspire students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and begin thinking about the academic and career goals they would like to pursue in the future.
This is where you come in!
We are looking for guest speakers and community professionals from a variety of career fields who are willing to share their experiences and engage with our students. Presenters will have the opportunity to introduce students to their careers, explain what they do, and inspire them to consider career paths they may not have previously explored.
Career Day will feature interactive career stations throughout the gym, where students will rotate and learn about different professions. We will also have “Careers on Wheels” stations outside for professionals whose careers involve vehicles or equipment that students can see and explore.
Career Day will take place from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
If you are interested in being a guest speaker/presenter for Carolyn Lewis School Career Day on Thursday, November 19th, we would love to have you join us! Please share this with others who may be interested as well!
Please let us know of your interest by completing the Career Day Presenter Google Form!
We truly appreciate our parents and community partners who are willing to share their time, talents, and experiences with our students. Your story could be the spark that inspires a student’s future!
The School Counseling Department at Carolyn Lewis School is excited to host our Career Day on Thursday, November 19, 2026!
Our goal is to expose students to a wide variety of career opportunities and pathways while connecting them with professionals from our community. We hope this experience will inspire students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and begin thinking about the academic and career goals they would like to pursue in the future.
This is where you come in!
We are looking for guest speakers and community professionals from a variety of career fields who are willing to share their experiences and engage with our students. Presenters will have the opportunity to introduce students to their careers, explain what they do, and inspire them to consider career paths they may not have previously explored.
Career Day will feature interactive career stations throughout the gym, where students will rotate and learn about different professions. We will also have “Careers on Wheels” stations outside for professionals whose careers involve vehicles or equipment that students can see and explore.
Career Day will take place from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
If you are interested in being a guest speaker/presenter for Carolyn Lewis School Career Day on Thursday, November 19th, we would love to have you join us! Please share this with others who may be interested as well!
Please let us know of your interest by completing the Career Day Presenter Google Form!
We truly appreciate our parents and community partners who are willing to share their time, talents, and experiences with our students. Your story could be the spark that inspires a student’s future!
Want to Be Part of Fall Fest at CLS?
We’re looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! Thursday, October 1, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the CLS Courtyard.
Interested in participating? Complete the Fall Fest Participant Form:
https://forms.gle/zw3WDVhdrGXq4qPv8
We’re looking for families, teachers, local vendors, community organizations, food trucks, and Trunk-or-Treat participants to help make this year’s Fall Fest extra special! Thursday, October 1, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the CLS Courtyard.
Interested in participating? Complete the Fall Fest Participant Form:
https://forms.gle/zw3WDVhdrGXq4qPv8
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*
