Walker Gamble Elementary

✨Teacher Feature & Star Staff – December Spotlight! ✨ As December continues and we prepare for a well-earned break, WGE is proud to celebrate two exceptional members of our school family whose dedication continues to uplift our school. 🌟 Teacher Feature of the Month: Ms. Kelsey Brunson 💫 Star Staff of the Month: Ms. Aunde Harrington Your commitment, teamwork, and care for our students help create a positive and supportive learning environment each day. WGE is better because of the passion and effort you bring to your roles, and we truly appreciate all that you do. 🩶💙🐾 Congratulations - you’ve made December shine! ✨ #WGE #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #WolverinePride #WeAreCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

Winter Break begins on Monday, December 22nd. Students will return to school on Tuesday, January 6th.

Friday, December 19th is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed at 11:00 AM.

Please join Mr. Ricky for Coffee with the Principal on Thursday, December 18th at 7:15 AM.

January Breakfast & Lunch Menus

Students will complete second quarter benchmark assessments on Tuesday, December 9th, Wednesday, December 10th, and Thursday, December 11th. It is very important for students to be at school during testing.

Car Rider Dismissal Announcement

If you are interested in volunteering at WGE, be sure to complete a BIB background check using the link below. All visitors entering the building to volunteer or participate in school activities or events must have a background check on file. The background check is valid for one year from the approval date.

https://securevolunteer.com/clarendon-county-school-district/home

The weather is getting colder and the WGE lost and found seems to be growing. Please encourage your child to stop by the lost and found outside the cafeteria to search for their belongings.

Happy Special Education Day! WGE has some amazing special education teachers and paraprofessionals who are dedicated to teaching our exceptional students.

✨ WGE November Stars! ✨ WGE is excited to recognize two outstanding members of our school family who truly made a difference during the month of November! 🌟 Teacher Feature of the Month: Mrs. Meg McDuffie 💫 Star Staff of the Month: Mrs. Corrie Ellison Your hard work, dedication, and positive impact throughout the month have helped make WGE a place where students can thrive, grow, and succeed. We are so grateful for everything you do to support our learners and school community! 🩶💙🐾 Congratulations - your efforts truly shine! ✨ #WGE #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #WolverinePride #WeAreCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

Students will complete winter MAP assessments on Tuesday, December 2nd and Wednesday, December 3rd. It is very important for students to be at school during testing.

Students showcased STEAM skills during WGE's Balloons over Broadway parade. Ms. Aunde worked with students the past few weeks to construct floats and balloons to parade through the hallways. Ms. Kat and Ms. Adrianna's classes joined in the festivities and displayed their creative balloons as well.

December Breakfast and Lunch Menus

📢 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

🎄✨ It’s ALMOST the most wonderful time of the year! ✨🎄

Join us for WGE’s Annual Magical Musical Christmas Spectacular! 🎶❤️
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with a joyful morning of music and holiday cheer!

📅 Thursday, December 18
🕣 8:30 AM – Grades 3–5
🕙 10:00 AM – PreK–2nd Grade (featuring The Scoop Troop & Jungle Jammers)

🎺 Accompanied by Mrs. Wendy Yates & the Manning High School Band

Families are welcome to attend — come share in the magic of Christmas with us! 🎅🎁

Please help us congratulate Paislee McElveen! Her beautiful artwork was selected to be featured on one of Santee Electric’s official Christmas cards this year.🎄💌 We were thrilled when Mr. Rob Ardis, President & CEO of Santee Electric, stopped by last Thursday to surprise us with the exciting announcement. Way to go, Paislee! We are so proud of you! 🎉

Please join Mr. Ricky for Coffee with the Principal on Thursday, November 20th at 7:15 AM.

#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.