Berkeley County School District (BCSD) has postponed the first day of school to Thursday, August 15, giving teachers and staff more time to prepare and students an extra day of summer break. This decision comes after recent severe weather and flooding prevented access to school buildings for three days, disrupting traditional classroom and school preparation time for teachers and staff.
“We value the dedication of our teachers and staff in preparing classrooms and schools, and this additional day will allow them to better prepare to receive more than 38,000 students on Thursday,” said BCSD Superintendent Dr. Anthony Dixon. “Last week, teachers completed virtual professional development and training so now they can focus on classroom and school needs Monday through Wednesday.”
School and district offices will be open regular hours, and extracurricular activities and athletic programs will also operate according to their normal schedule. Information and schedules for school specific meet the teacher and grade specific orientation days have been shared with families by school leaders.
Dixon added, “We understand that disruptions in schedules are not easy for anyone so we appreciate the understanding of our parents and community as we work to ensure that the first day is the best it can be for students and teachers on Thursday.”
Any weather day adjustments necessary as a result of this calendar change will be reviewed and communicated, if needed, at a later date.
BCSD transitions to virtual operations today, August 9
Due to unexpected flash flooding resulting in numerous road closures and impassable road conditions, Berkeley County School District (BCSD) schools and offices will transition to virtual operations Friday, August 9.
All extracurricular activities, athletics, and school programs are currently suspended Friday, August 9. BCSD leaders urge staff to stay off of the roads.
In collaboration with county and municipal leaders, BCSD will reassess conditions Friday and throughout the weekend and provide updates, as appropriate, concerning potential access to schools and offices.
BCSD leaders are working closely with Berkeley County Emergency Management and are receiving regular updates about the weather from the National Weather Service. As safety and security is our
Is your student coming back to BCSD? Then don't forget to complete Returning Student Registration through the PowerSchool Parent Portal!
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FBE Back to School Bash
August 12th 6:30 pm
24-25 FBE School Supply List
FBE Custodians are #1. They have been working hard to ensure our building is ready for the upcoming school year. They are in the process of cleaning all rooms, waxing/polishing floors, and putting furniture back in classrooms. We Love our Custodians!
We also have been very fortunate to have all our classrooms painted along with our front entrance. New floors were also installed in our office area. Thank you BCSD Maintenance Department for taking great care of FBE.
We hope everyone is enjoying their summer break and we will see you soon for the 2024-2025 school year.
As a way of continuing to promote child nutrition and adding to the many celebrations capping the end of the school year, Berkeley County School District’s Office of Child Nutrition Services will launch a special giveaway next week (May 20–24) that will offer some big prizes.
Elementary, middle and high school students eating lunch and/or breakfast next week will be entered into a drawing for prizes that include, but are not limited to:
*iPads
*Wireless earbuds/headphones
*Underwater cameras
*Projectors
*Action cameras
*Bluetooth speakers
Students will receive one entry into the drawing for each meal they eat. Winners will be drawn at random, and those who eat multiple meals will obviously have an increased chance of winning.
May the 4th be with you! BCSD Family Night with the Charleston Battery is going to be a blast!
REMINDER: New student registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open! Visit https://www.bcsdschools.net/registration to start the online registration process.
Spring has sprung! BCSD Spring Break runs April 1-5. All students return to school on April 8.
💙💛Happy World Down Syndrome Day 💛💙
We always feel lucky to teach our incredible students! Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Dr. Seuss's birthday kicks off our celebration of literature with Read Across America week. Each day has a different theme. Monday we read books about adventure & travel. Wear a shirt or hat from a place you've been or want to go!
Our school social workers do a tremendous job supporting our students! The pearls of wisdom they provide to our school communities are invaluable. Be sure to thank a school social worker this week for the difference they make in BCSD! #SSWWeek2024 #makingapositivedifference
Surf's up with school breakfast! Did you know next week is National School Breakfast Week? For eating school breakfast, students will be entered to win daily and grand prizes from our child nutrition services team. #makingapositivedifference
Boykin PTO is hosting the Annual Hero Dance on Friday; March 15, 2024 from 6-8 pm in the FBE Cafeteria/Multipurpose Room.
This dance is open to FBE Boy students and their adult companions and approved PTO volunteers. No younger siblings will be allowed. Due to fire code and capacity limits, tickets may sell out and will not be available for purchase at the door.
Tickets sales are now open:
https://foxbankboykins.ptboard.com/
Any questions please contact the PTO at foxbankpto@gmail.com
Reminder: BCSD schools and offices are closed tomorrow, February 19, in honor of Presidents' Day!
No School Friday 2/16 & Monday 2/19
Friday: District Staff Development Day
Monday: Presidents Day
#DYK February is Love The Bus Month and this week is Bus Driver Appreciation Week? Our bus drivers and bus monitors play a critical role in ensuring our students get to school safely. Take a moment to thank them for their hard work this week! #makingapositivedifference #lovethebus
Foxbank families we have yummy news!
Double Good Popcorn fundraising competition for student scholarships begins tonight at 5:00 and ends Friday at 5:00. Foxbank is competing against all the other schools in the district to raise the most money by selling the most popcorn.
BCSD teacher forum is raising money for student scholarships. Help support our students by buying this delicious craft popcorn made in Chicago! Share the link to your friends, family and neighbors! 50% of each purchase benefits this fundraiser. The popcorn you order will be delivered straight to your door!
Foxbank Elementary Pop-Up Store link
https://s.dgpopup.com/ix0j7j13
