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
Please join us in welcoming new 6th-grade teacher Mrs. Harrelson..
Families, in order to prevent delays in your child receiving their schedules and Chromebooks make sure you have completed your returning student registration forms. We still have over 200 outstanding returning student registrations. This is a mandatory process! Learn More: https://www.bcsdschools.net/o/bcsd/page/returning-student-registration
Please join us in welcoming our new PE teacher Mr. Marino.
What are you doing this morning? You should stop by the Moncks Corner recreation complex and get a free bookbag from 9-12 while supplies last! Come see your two favorite principals!
Please join us in welcoming our new PE teacher Ms. Urbank.
Please join us in welcoming our new 8th-grade teacher Mr. Miller.
Recently, WVM's leadership team and admin spent a few days learning and working on a school vision for the upcoming school year. We can wait to welcome teachers and students back into our building so soon!
Please join us in welcoming our new media center assistant.
Please join us in welcoming our new resource teacher Mrs. Lewis.
Please join us in welcoming our new nurse Mr. Aquilina
Please join us in welcoming our new 6th-grade teacher Ms. Gibson.
Please join us in welcoming our new office Clerk Mrs. Crubaugh.
Westview Families, We are so excited to see everyone back in a few short weeks. Attached are the important dates for back to school. Please check your e-mail for more detailed student information!
Parents, we are gearing up for the 24-25 school year. Below please find the suggested list of supplies for this coming year. Keep an eye out for upcoming back to school dates later this week.
2024-2025 School Supply List
School Supplies:
Subject Dividers - (1) Package
Loose Binder Ring - (1) Ring
3 x 5 Index Cards - (2) Packages
1 Inch Binder (1-2) - Depending on your child’s organizational needs
Composition Notebooks (2)
Agenda/Planner (1)
Loose-Leaf Wide Ruled Paper (1) Package
Pencils (#2 Variety)
Pens (Blue or Black)
Crayons or Colored Pencils or Markers
Glue Sticks
Highlighters
*Parents: This is a suggested list. Your child’s teachers may have specific items they may request
**It is encouraged that each student have a pair of wired headphones or earbuds for use in the classroom for academic purposes
Teacher Wish List:
Paper Towels
Tissues
Disinfectant Wipes
Dry Erase Markers
**Lockers will be available for a small fee
Please join us in welcoming our new Gateway to Technology teacher Mrs. Eddy.
WVM Families, please check your e-mail for the 24-25 school supply list, you can expect more information on back to school dates later this week!
Please join us in welcoming our new Media Specialist Mrs. Howard!
What do principals do all summer? Dr. Bradley is currently in Charlottesville, Virginia working with a district team at the Darden School of Business to improve instruction for all of our students!
