Hello, SFM Families & Guardians,

As you are aware, testing season is quickly approaching. I want to share two important points: our upcoming testing dates and the importance of student attendance during high-stakes testing.

Our state assessments are an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and growth throughout the school year. For students to perform at their best, it is essential that they are present, on time, and prepared on each testing day.

Please review the testing schedule below:

* **May 5** – Reading Assessment
* **May 6** – Writing Assessment
* **May 12–13** – Math Assessment
* **May 14** – Science Assessment (**6th-grade students only**)

I also want to stress the importance of student attendance during these testing dates:

* State assessments provide us with a clear picture of where students stand academically.
* Students cannot demonstrate what they know if they are absent.
* Consistent attendance and punctuality help students build strong habits that support long-term success.
* When families and schools work together to prioritize attendance, students are better positioned to achieve their best outcomes.

To encourage and celebrate student commitment, I will also provide incentives to students who attend all testing dates.

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring our students' success. Together, we can make this testing season a positive and rewarding experience for all.

Warm regards,
Dr. C
about 1 month ago, Ezra Cowan
Hello SFM, Parents & Guardians,

Returning student registration opened on April 15 for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our goal is for all parents to complete and submit returning student registration by June 1, 2026. Parents, please do your part to ensure we meet our goal!

Thanks,
Dr. C
about 1 month ago, Ezra Cowan
Attention rising 7th and 8th grade students! 🎭🎶🎨

If you are interested in signing up for a Performing Arts class for the upcoming school year, please complete the form linked below:

https://forms.gle/6QSMCi9X6mFTjLyP6

Please note:
✅ Students currently enrolled in a Performing Arts class do NOT need to complete the form for next year.
✅ All other RAZ classes will be randomly assigned.
✅ If a student would like to be removed from a Performing Arts class, a written request must be submitted to Ms. Nelson prior to the start of school.
1 day ago, Brendan McFadden

SFM Parents & Guardians,

As we continue preparations for the 2026-2027 school year, we have many students that are in "Not Started" status for returning student registration. Timely registration supports scheduling, staffing, and transportation for the next school year. Parents, please complete the returning student registration process by June 1, 2026.

https://www.bcsdschools.net/article/2818497

Dr. C

3 days ago, Ezra Cowan
Hello SFM Parents, & Guardians,

This message is regarding medications:

Medications: All medications must be signed out by Monday, June 1, 2026 at 1PM by a parent or guardian. Medication forms for next year will be given at that time or sent home by the student. Any medication not picked up will be destroyed and discarded as required by law.

Immunizations: Please make sure your child has received all required immunizations. All 7th graders must have received 1 dose of Tdap vaccine on or after their 10th birthday. We will begin sending letters home with students this week if our files indicate they need Tdap. Please send updated records to coefieldb@bcsdschools.net and munnerlynb@bcsdschools.net or drop them off at the front office.

Dr. C
3 days ago, Ezra Cowan

Hello, SFM Families & Guardians,

A quick update. Please note that the Band Concert will be held at 6:30pm, NOT 6pm.

I apologize for the miscommunication.

Dr. C

3 days ago, Ezra Cowan
Hello, SFM Families & Guardians, As we approach the final few weeks of the school year, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the tremendous growth and progress that has taken place throughout the year. With the transition to new leadership came several changes and improvements, but what I am most proud of are the meaningful relationships that have been built with our students, families, staff, and community. While there is still important work ahead, my administrative team and I are excited about the future of Sedgefield and the intentional adjustments and enhancements we will continue making over the summer to strengthen our school community. Over the next few weeks, we have several exciting activities planned for our students and families. This week we will host our Band Concert on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. in the GCH Auditorium. On Friday, students will enjoy Field Day activities, including jump castles, face painting, and other fun experiences as we celebrate the close of the school year together. In addition we will host our End-of-Year Awards Ceremonies next week as we recognize and celebrate the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students throughout the school year. Please remember that returning student registration is still open. Thank you to all of the families who have already completed the registration process. Your partnership and support are greatly appreciated. The NEW Sedgefield is committed to being intentional, focused, and centered on the success of our teachers, students, parents, and community. Thank you for your continued support and all that you do to help make our school stronger each day. Yours in Education, Dr. C
3 days ago, Ezra Cowan
🏆 6th & 7th Grade Sedgefield Middle School Awards Ceremony 🏆

We are excited to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students during our Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 26! 🎉

Personal invitations for students receiving awards will go home with students tomorrow. Parents, please be on the lookout for invitations coming home!

We look forward to recognizing the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students!
4 days ago, Jamie Fox
As the weather gets warmer, we would like to remind families to review the Sedgefield Middle School dress code with their student before coming to school each day. In particular, please ensure that shorts and other clothing items meet school guidelines.

Students are expected to wear solid clothing that fully covers the body from armpit to mid-thigh. Shorts should be an appropriate length and fit within district and school expectations.

We appreciate your support in helping students arrive dressed appropriately and ready to learn each day. The full Berkeley County School District dress code policy can be found in the student handbook. Thank you for your partnership and cooperation!
5 days ago, Jamie Fox
🏆 6th adn 7th Grade Sedgefield Middle School Awards Ceremony 🏆

We are excited to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students during our Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 26!

Please note that this will be an invite-only event. Students who will be receiving an award will be sent home with an invitation early next week.

We look forward to recognizing the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students! 🎉
8 days ago, Brendan McFadden

Hello, SFM Families & Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well. This message is a reminder regarding returning student registration.

Below is the link for returning students, and it is also in the parent communication letter.

Returning Registration

Have a great weekend!

Dr. C

8 days ago, Ezra Cowan
A huge THANK YOU to the ATI Foundation and Communities In Schools for partnering together to provide snack packs for all of our students during SC READY testing! 🎉📚

Your generosity helped encourage our students to “Rock the Test” and gave them an extra boost with chips, candy, and support during a very important week. We truly appreciate your partnership and commitment to helping our students succeed! 💙🖤

#RockTheTest #SCREADY #ThankYouATI #CommunitiesInSchools #SedgefieldStrong
9 days ago, Jamie Fox
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⏰ IMPORTANT DEADLINE: If your child was assigned Content Recovery, please remind them that All Quarter 3 Content Recovery assignments are due Friday, May 15, 2026. No late submissions will be accepted.

Please check in with your student and help ensure they meet the deadline. For questions, contact your child’s teacher.
10 days ago, Jamie Fox
Hello SFM 6th Grade Parents,

This message is for 6th-grade parents only. On Wednesday, May 13, your students will take the Science portion of the SC Ready assessment. Please ensure that your student arrives at school on time, gets a good night’s rest, eats a healthy breakfast, and brings a fully charged Chromebook.
We look forward to continued growth in our Science state test scores.
Have a great evening!
Dr. C
11 days ago, Ezra Cowan
⏰ IMPORTANT DEADLINE: If your child was assigned Content Recovery, please remind them that All Quarter 3 Content Recovery assignments are due Friday, May 15, 2026. No late submissions will be accepted.

✔ All assigned work in Edmentum must be completed in full.
✔ Teachers will review and return any work that needs revision.
✔ Grades will be updated in PowerSchool once all work is approved.

Please check in with your student and help ensure they meet the deadline. For questions, contact your child’s teacher.
12 days ago, Jamie Fox
Hello, SFM Mothers, I want to wish all of our amazing SFM mothers a very Happy Mother’s Day. Thank you for entrusting us with the valuable responsibility of educating and caring for your babies each day. Your support, partnership, and dedication make a tremendous difference in the success of our students. I hope you have a beautiful and relaxing Mother’s Day filled with love and appreciation. Dr. C “All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” — Abraham Lincoln
15 days ago, Ezra Cowan
SFM Parents & Guardians,

I would like to commend you for your role in helping ensure that everyone in attendance was able to fully enjoy the dance performance. Because of your support and cooperation, we were able to truly appreciate the art and expression behind each routine, as well as the dedication and preparation that Ms. Salvage and her dancers put into every movement.

Thank you for your continued support of our students and school community.

Dr. C
17 days ago, Ezra Cowan
Hello SFM Parents and Guardians,

This is your friendly neighborhood principal, Dr. C. We are proud to share that the first day of testing is down, with one more week to go! We had a smooth and successful day today, and we are looking forward to continuing that positive momentum.

Tomorrow, students will be taking the Writing portion of the SC Ready assessment. Please ensure that students arrive on time. This is extremely important, as we want every student to be settled and in the best possible mindset before testing begins. Please note that students who arrive at 8:45 AM or later will not test with their regular homeroom, so punctuality is essential.

As mentioned previously, there is an incentive for students who are present for each day of testing, so attendance is key.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and all that you do to support our students.

Dr. C
18 days ago, Ezra Cowan

Hello, SFM Families & Guardians,

The time has come—everything we have practiced and worked hard to master this year will be demonstrated over the next two weeks.

The first SC READY assessment will be ELA – Reading.

**Testing Day Expectations**

Students are expected to be on their very best behavior throughout the testing window. To ensure a smooth and successful testing environment, please review the following expectations:

* **Timeliness is critical.** All car riders must arrive at school on time. Any student who arrives after **9:00 AM** will be required to make up the test on a different day.
* All electronic devices will be collected by testing administrators at the start of each testing session. This includes, but is not limited to:

* Cell phones
* Ear buds / wireless headphones
* SMART watches
* SMART glasses
* Any device capable of imaging, recording, or messaging
* Students are not permitted to bring blankets to school.
* Students must restart their school-issued computers prior to arriving and bring them fully charged each day.
* Bluetooth headphones are not allowed.

To support student performance, we encourage families to ensure students get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy breakfast on testing days. Additionally, to help maintain a focused and uninterrupted testing environment, we ask that you make every effort to schedule appointments outside of these testing dates, and please do your best not to collect your student before their test is complete.

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students do their very best. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

At the New Sedgefield, we will work together to ensure every student is prepared, confident, and ready to succeed.

Thank you for your continued support.
Dr. C

19 days ago, Ezra Cowan
Hello, SFM Families & Guardians,

This is a friendly reminder that we will host our annual Dance Performance tomorrow, May 5, at GCH.

Please note that tickets will be sold at the door, and cash only will be accepted. Students are required to sit with their parents during the performance.

We also ask that all attendees maintain a high level of professionalism and courtesy. While cheering for your students, friends, and classmates is certainly encouraged, please be mindful of others so that everyone can fully enjoy the performance.

Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Warm regards,
Dr. C
19 days ago, Ezra Cowan