🍁🧡 HAPPY THANKSGIVING, CLARENDON COUNTY! 🧡🍁
Clarendon County School District will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24th–28th.
Students and staff will return on Monday, December 1st.
As we pause for this season of gratitude, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our students, families, staff, and community partners. Your dedication, support, and unity make our district truly special.
May your holiday be filled with rest, joy, warmth, family, and plenty of good food! From all of us in CCSD, Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃✨
#ClarendonCSD #ThanksgivingBreak #UnifiedAsOne #ExcellenceIsON
Big Thursday = Big Fuel!
Today we celebrated how good nutrition powered our students. From orange and purple to garnet and black, everyone showed their team spirit while fueling up with delicious, nutritious meals! 💪🍽️🏈
#BigThursday #CCSDExcellence #TeamSpiritDay #SchoolNutrition #FuelingSuccess #UnifiedAsOne
🍽️ BIG THURSDAY in Clarendon County School District! 🍽️
Today we joined cafeterias across South Carolina in celebrating team spirit and nutritious meals. Our School Nutrition staff proudly rocked their Big Thursday shirts, students fueled up like champions, and Clemson/Gamecock pride was on full display across our schools.
Thank you to our amazing nutrition team for making Big Thursday a success! 🖤💛💙🩶
#BigThursday #FuelUpLikeChampions #CCSDExcellence #UnifiedAsOne
🚒🔥 CCSD Award-winning Parents as Teachers: Learning in Action! 🔥🚒
Some of our parents and children visited the Clarendon County Fire Department today, and it was such a great experience for everyone!
Families had the chance to learn firsthand about the strategies, duties, and training that are essential to being a firefighter. Our students enjoyed seeing the equipment, asking questions, and discovering how our local heroes keep our community safe.
Thank you to our Fire Department team for providing an engaging and educational experience for our families! ❤️👨🚒👩🚒
#CCSDExcellence #UnifiedAsOne #CommunityStrong
🌟 Happy Educational Support Professionals Appreciation Day! 🌟
Today, we celebrate our outstanding Educational Support Professionals across Clarendon County School District!
Thank you for the dedication, care, and essential support you provide to our students, staff, and schools each and every day. Your hard work keeps our district strong, welcoming, and running smoothly.
We appreciate you today and always! 🖤💛💙🩶📚✨
The countdown is almost over! Tomorrow we’re celebrating #BigThursday with team spirit, fun, and healthy meals that fuel every champion. Our district staff is excited to show their team spirit, celebrate Big Thursday like champions, and encourage our students to enjoy a delicious lunch in the cafeteria!
📢 Support our students and save big with BJ's Wholesale Club! 📢
We're excited to partner with BJ's Wholesale Club for a special "Club for a Cause" fundraiser benefiting the Clarendon County School District! 🎉
Here's how you can join or renew and help us out:
* New Club Card Membership: Get a 1-year membership for only $20 (regularly $60)!
* New Club+ Card Membership: Purchase a 1-year Club+ Card Membership for just $40 and enjoy extra perks like 5¢ off/gal at BJ's Gas and 2% back in rewards!
Up to $15 will go directly to our organization for every membership sold or renewed through this fundraiser, helping to support our amazing teachers, staff, and students!
Who can participate? This offer is good for all Teachers, Staff, Friends, Families & Supporters of CCSD. Let's stay #UnifiedAsOne!
Ready to join or renew?
📞 Call: 800-313-8887 and reference group promo code: 823073
💻 Or join online: www.bjs.com/clarendoncountyschooldistrict
This offer expires 12/12/25, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to save and support our school district! Share, share, share! You can find the full flyer using the link 🔗 https://aptg.co/NVgrjx
Thank you for your continuous support! ❤️
#BJsClubForACause #Fundraiser #ClarendonCountySchoolDistrict #CCSD #SupportEducation #SaveMoney #CommunitySupport #Teachers #Staff #Families #UnifiedAsOne
We're excited to partner with BJ's Wholesale Club for a special "Club for a Cause" fundraiser benefiting the Clarendon County School District! 🎉
Here's how you can join or renew and help us out:
* New Club Card Membership: Get a 1-year membership for only $20 (regularly $60)!
* New Club+ Card Membership: Purchase a 1-year Club+ Card Membership for just $40 and enjoy extra perks like 5¢ off/gal at BJ's Gas and 2% back in rewards!
Up to $15 will go directly to our organization for every membership sold or renewed through this fundraiser, helping to support our amazing teachers, staff, and students!
Who can participate? This offer is good for all Teachers, Staff, Friends, Families & Supporters of CCSD. Let's stay #UnifiedAsOne!
Ready to join or renew?
📞 Call: 800-313-8887 and reference group promo code: 823073
💻 Or join online: www.bjs.com/clarendoncountyschooldistrict
This offer expires 12/12/25, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to save and support our school district! Share, share, share! You can find the full flyer using the link 🔗 https://aptg.co/NVgrjx
Thank you for your continuous support! ❤️
#BJsClubForACause #Fundraiser #ClarendonCountySchoolDistrict #CCSD #SupportEducation #SaveMoney #CommunitySupport #Teachers #Staff #Families #UnifiedAsOne
#BigThursday is almost here on November 20! Our Superintendent Dr. Shawn Johnson, Gwen Phillips, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, and Becky Minegar, Administrative Assistant of Student Nutrition for Clarendon County School District, are ready to celebrate South Carolina school nutrition and the incredible people who make it possible.
📚✨ Attention Clarendon County School District: Exciting Celebrations for November 17-21! ✨📚
We are excited to celebrate American Education Week with fun and engaging contests for our students! 🏆🎉 Additionally, we encourage everyone to participate in National Career Development Week 🌟💼 as we work to expose our students to a variety of career options and inspire their future success. 🚀🎯
Let’s come together to support our students’ growth and dreams! 🤝🌟
🌎✨ Celebrating World Kindness Day ✨🌍
In Clarendon County School District we believe that kindness is a universal language that bridges differences and brings us closer together. As we observe World Kindness Day remember: "We don't have to agree on anything to be kind to one another." 💙🤝
Let’s continue to promote compassion, empathy, and respect in our schools, homes, and communities. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference, today and every day.
Share one act of kindness you did today ⬇️ and inspire others to spread positivity!🌟💖
#WorldKindnessDay #ChooseKindness #CCSD #SpreadingGoodness #ClarendonCSD
In Clarendon County School District we believe that kindness is a universal language that bridges differences and brings us closer together. As we observe World Kindness Day remember: "We don't have to agree on anything to be kind to one another." 💙🤝
Let’s continue to promote compassion, empathy, and respect in our schools, homes, and communities. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference, today and every day.
Share one act of kindness you did today ⬇️ and inspire others to spread positivity!🌟💖
#WorldKindnessDay #ChooseKindness #CCSD #SpreadingGoodness #ClarendonCSD
Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸: Veteran’s Day Recognition
The Clarendon County School District joins our nation in honoring the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the armed forces. On this Veterans Day, we proudly celebrate the dedication, sacrifice, and patriotism of all veterans who have protected our freedom and defended our values.
To all those who have served, thank you for your courage and commitment. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for your service. 🙏🎖️
We encourage our students, staff, and community to take this day to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans and to express our gratitude for their service. ❤️🇺🇸
Tag a Veteran below and show your gratitude! ⬇️ 🇺🇸❤️
Happy Veterans Day from Clarendon County School District! 🎉🎖️
#ClarendonCSD #HonoringOurVeterans #Heroes
The Clarendon County School District joins our nation in honoring the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the armed forces. On this Veterans Day, we proudly celebrate the dedication, sacrifice, and patriotism of all veterans who have protected our freedom and defended our values.
To all those who have served, thank you for your courage and commitment. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for your service. 🙏🎖️
We encourage our students, staff, and community to take this day to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans and to express our gratitude for their service. ❤️🇺🇸
Tag a Veteran below and show your gratitude! ⬇️ 🇺🇸❤️
Happy Veterans Day from Clarendon County School District! 🎉🎖️
#ClarendonCSD #HonoringOurVeterans #Heroes
🏀 We are grateful to Unity on the Hardwood SC for their continued dedication and support of Clarendon County School District Athletics. 🏀
This generous contribution will directly assist the East Clarendon Middle/High School Boys and Girls Basketball Teams this season as our student athletes continue to shine both on and off the court.
#UnifiedAsOne #CCSDExcellence #WolverinePride #CommunityPartners #ThankYou #ClarendonCSD
🏈🍎 Big Thursday - Fuel Up Like a Champion! 🍎🏈
Thursday, November 20, 2025
In partnership with the South Carolina School Nutrition Association, our district is excited to celebrate Big Thursday - a fun day promoting healthy eating, school pride, and teamwork! 🖤💛💙🩶
How to participate:
• Wear your favorite team colors: Orange & Purple for Clemson Tigers or Garnet & Black for Carolina Gamecocks.
• Eat lunch in the cafeteria: Healthy food = strong players!
• Win a prize: Everyone who eats and participates in lunch is entered for a chance to win!
Athletes power their bodies with healthy meals - and you can too! Load up on fruits, veggies, whole grains, milk, and protein to keep your brain and body in the game.
Let’s show our team pride and fuel up like champions across the district! 💪🍽️
Special thanks to our School District Nutrition Staff for supporting student wellness and encouraging healthy habits every day.
🚌✨ October Transportation Champion! ✨🚌
Join us in celebrating as we recognize Lester Peterson, one of our amazing school bus drivers and Clarendon County School District’s October Transportation Champion! 🌟
Mr. Peterson goes the extra mile every single day - keeping our students safe, smiling, and ready to take on the day. Mr. Peterson's commitment and care make every ride a safe and positive start to our students’ day! 🖤💛💙🩶
#TransportationChampion #CCSDExcellence #StudentSafetyFirst #UnifiedAsOne
🎉 Exciting News from Clarendon County School District! 🎉
We're thrilled to share some incredible highlights from our 2025 State Report Card Data, and these infographics truly tell our story of progress! Our students and staff are shining bright! ✨
✅ Graduation Rates Soar! Our district graduation rate reached an impressive 92.8% in 2025, exceeding the state average! 🎓
✅ Academic Progress Across the Board! We're seeing fantastic gains in ELA and Math, with schools like MES and DRWES showing significant increases! WGES is also performing exceptionally well above state averages in ELA, Math, and Science! 📈
✅ Future Ready! A remarkable 81.6% of our students are now College OR Career Ready, a huge leap from 54.8% in 2023! Way to go, CCSD! 💪
These achievements are a testament to the dedication of our students, educators, and the entire Clarendon County community. We are truly #UnifiedAsOne in Empowering & Educating Students!
#CCSD #Education #StudentSuccess #ReportCard2025 #ClarendonCountySchools #ClarendonCSD #LeadershipMatters #OurStory #DataTalks
We're thrilled to share some incredible highlights from our 2025 State Report Card Data, and these infographics truly tell our story of progress! Our students and staff are shining bright! ✨
✅ Graduation Rates Soar! Our district graduation rate reached an impressive 92.8% in 2025, exceeding the state average! 🎓
✅ Academic Progress Across the Board! We're seeing fantastic gains in ELA and Math, with schools like MES and DRWES showing significant increases! WGES is also performing exceptionally well above state averages in ELA, Math, and Science! 📈
✅ Future Ready! A remarkable 81.6% of our students are now College OR Career Ready, a huge leap from 54.8% in 2023! Way to go, CCSD! 💪
These achievements are a testament to the dedication of our students, educators, and the entire Clarendon County community. We are truly #UnifiedAsOne in Empowering & Educating Students!
#CCSD #Education #StudentSuccess #ReportCard2025 #ClarendonCountySchools #ClarendonCSD #LeadershipMatters #OurStory #DataTalks
🗓️Upcoming Important CCSD Dates 🍎
🌟 November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month 🌟
In Clarendon County School District, we stand united in supporting students and families facing housing insecurity. Through the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, we work to ensure every child and youth has access to a free and appropriate public education - no matter their living situation.
Students who are staying in shelters, motels, or temporarily with friends or family because of loss of housing or hardship may qualify for additional support and resources through the McKinney-Vento Program.
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, please reach out to our district’s McKinney-Vento Liaison, Dr. Dean Bryant, at dean.bryant@clarendoncsd.org or call 803-435-4435 for assistance.
Together, we can make a difference - ensuring that every child in Clarendon County feels seen, supported, and secure. 💙💛🩶🖤
✨ Special Recognition ✨
Clarendon County School District would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to our McKinney-Vento Community Partners for their continued compassion and support in serving students and families in need: 🏠 Lake Marion Baptist Church - Summerton, SC
🙏 Emmanuel Baptist Church - Manning, SC
🤝 Ebenezer Baptist Church - Manning, SC
❤️ Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church - Manning, SC
☎️ Farmers Telephone Company
🌟 Ms. Helen Robinson
Your generosity and commitment help bring hope, stability, and care to our community.
#ClarendonCSD #UnifiedAsOne #EducatingAndEmpoweringStudents #EveryChildEveryDay #NationalHomelessYouthAwarenessMonth
🎯 Career Exploration Starts Early at MJHS with Career Exploration Lab Pilot!
Our students are diving into hands-on learning through our new Paxton Patterson career exploration labs pilot.💡 From Forensics/Law Enforcement 🧬 (pictured) to Culinary Arts, Digital Media, Health Science, Early Childhood Education/Teaching, and Building & Construction, students are gaining real-world exposure to careers that connect directly to our district’s high school CTE pathways.
We are helping our students discover their interests and passions early because the future starts now. 🚀
#MJHS #CareerExploration #CTE #UnifiedAsOne #ExcellenceIsON #ClarendonCSD
CCSD Community,
Please see the statement on Clarification of District Staff Newsletter Content and Continued Commitment to a Safe, Inclusive Environment.
🌟 CCSD Celebrates American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month 🌟
Join us in honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of Native American and Alaska Native communities throughout November. This month is a time to recognize their enduring contributions and vibrant heritage that enrich our country.
We invite students, families, staff, and the entire community to learn, reflect, and celebrate the diverse indigenous cultures that have shaped our nation for centuries. Let’s come together to acknowledge and honor these important stories and traditions.
#NativeHeritageMonth #CCSDCelebrates #IndigenousProud #ClarendonCSD
Join us in honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of Native American and Alaska Native communities throughout November. This month is a time to recognize their enduring contributions and vibrant heritage that enrich our country.
We invite students, families, staff, and the entire community to learn, reflect, and celebrate the diverse indigenous cultures that have shaped our nation for centuries. Let’s come together to acknowledge and honor these important stories and traditions.
#NativeHeritageMonth #CCSDCelebrates #IndigenousProud #ClarendonCSD
