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HOSA Blood drive

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StemDay

Join us for STEM Day at Warrior Nation!!!

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The previously approved calendar make-up days of December 23, 2024 and January 6, 2025 will be implemented to accommodate the two days of school closures associated with Tropical Storm Debby.

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In consultation with Emergency Management, we look forward to starting the school year tomorrow, Friday, August 9.

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In consultation with Emergency Management, there is no school tomorrow, Thursday, August 8. It is our intent to open for school on Friday, August 9, but we will confirm by 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, August 8.

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Please be advised that all BCSD buildings and facilities will be CLOSED for the remainder of today (August 5), Tuesday (August 6), and Wednesday (August 7).

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We understand that as parents and guardians you are eager to get the school year started, as are we. However, we want to ensure we do so safely. (We have many factors to consider, especially projected high-winds and flooding that can prohibit the safe travel of school buses.)

Photo of the Top 5 Finalists for District Teacher of the Year Left to right: Timothy Huesing, Hilton Head Island Middle School; Cinderella Shaw, Lady’s Island Elementary; Laura VanHorn, Bluffton Elementary; Dr. Karen Parker, Lady’s Island Middle; Melanie Willis Daufuskie Island Elementary

The finalists are Laura VanHorn, second-grade teacher at Bluffton Elementary School; Dr. Karen Parker, language arts teacher at Lady’s Island Middle School; Timothy Huesing, social studies teacher at Hilton Head Island Middle School; Melanie Willis, multi-age teacher at Daufuskie Island Elementary School; and Cinderella Shaw, fifth-grade teacher at Lady’s Island Elementary School.

Photo showing Dr. Rodriguez being named Superintendent of the year from SCASA for 2025.

Dr. Rodriguez will be recognized throughout the year for his accomplishments. Moseley Architects supports this award by providing a scholarship to the winner to be used to assist a student or teacher with professional development or college courses.

Sports Physicals

Spring is here! Which means its time to gear up for sports and conditioning for next school year! According to the SCHL, sports physicals have to be done after April 1st to participate in summer conditioning and sports for the upcoming school year.

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The Beaufort County School District is hosting two (FREE) Financial Aid Workshops this November at Battery Creek High and Bluffton High schools.

Homecoming Game Tailgating Information post

Are you an alumni or a fan of Warrior Nation and want to have a tailgating celebration in honor of the Warriors? Here is how to reserve your spot...

Tropical Storm Idalia in the gulf of mexico

We are pleased to inform you that following the passing of Hurricane Idalia, district operations have cleared our facilities for a safe return to normal operations tomorrow, Friday, September 1, 2023.

Beaufort County Teens For Teens Youth Conference

Come join the fun with breakout sessions, food, music and much more!!!

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Registro de estudiantes nuevos con Inglés como segundo idioma

Lunes y Miércoles - 8:00a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
2900 Mink Point Blvd, Beaufort SC 29902

Para información llame al 843- 694-1859/843-322-0706 o enviar un correo electrónico a Melissa.Garrastegui@beaufort.k12.sc.us.

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Registro de estudiantes nuevos con inglés como segundo idioma

Martes, Jueves y Viernes - 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
160 H.E.Mc Craken Circle, Bluffton SC 29910

Para información llame al 843-694-1859 / 843-706-8579 o envíe un correo  electrónico a Melissa.Garrastegui@beaufort.k12.sc.us.

 

WBECHS Sports Physical Form

Sports physicals are being offered at Whale Branch Early College High School on Wednesdays (except May 24).

Darby Kinsey

Darby Kinsey, Battery Creek High School Class of 2023, was unanimously selected as the inaugural recipient of the Pat Conroy’s Literary Center’s Future Educator Scholarship and awarded the prestigious Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) South Carolina Teaching Fellowship. Congratulations!

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The End of Course (EOC) Exams are fast approaching. Tutoring sessions are available to help students prepare. Save the Dates!!

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Great News!!!!! WBECHS have extended our After School Program to include Homework Help, Study Skills, Tutoring, and EOC prep. We are also providing snacks and transportation, if needed.

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MedTech 7 is conducting a survey as part of the evaluation of the Med-Tech 7 program, which is funded through a Magnet School Assistance Program (MSAP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

School Choice

School Choice begins March 1st. Choose the Whale Branch Cluster schools to encounter MedTech7 that offers hands-on technology experience.  

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Warrior Nation Food Bank

Great things are happening at Warrior Nation! Check out this amazing video of our Warrior Nation Food Bank.

We Are A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence!!!!!

The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

Warrior Band Marches in SC State University HS Band Day!!!

On Saturday, November 19, 2022, twenty-nine WBECHS Warrior Band musicians participated in the South Carolina State University Marching 101 HS Band Day, along with 1100 other high school and middle school musicians from across the southeast and east coast.

BCSD Financial Aid Night

BCSD is sponsoring free workshops for North and South of the Broad about ways to help finance college education. 

USCB Bluffton College Fair

USCB Bluffton is sponsoring a College Fair with over 90 colleges and universities from across the state, the region, and select schools across the country.

Homecoming Spirit Week

It's Homecoming Spirit Week!!! Be sure to dress according to the flyer and show your school spirit! We will play against Estill Gators on Friday, Oct. 7th @ 7:30pm. 

SC state fair information

All Day Military Appreciation Day at the State Fair will be held on October 13, 17 & 20. Active and retired military and their dependents (with proper military identification cards) will be admitted FREE.  Dependent children 14 years old and older must present ID.

ASVAB - Seniors Only

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude assessment that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.

Senior Night Rescheduled!!!!

Good News! Senior Night has been rescheduled. The following topics will be discussed: Senior Event Calendar, College Application Process, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Military Enlistment, ASVAB, SAT, ACT Testing, and College & Career Readiness. 

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Students in grades 8th - 12th...Attend this workshop to learn test-taking strategies to be successful on the SAT.

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Senior Night

Please join us to learn more about supporting your student during their senior year.

FREE Drive-Thru Distribution

Ladies First & HOSA will sponsor a free food distribution drive Friday, Sept. 16th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.

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Sign Up To Volunteer

The Back-to-School Expo will help students and parents prepare for the new year!

Join all of our VIPs on Saturday, July 30, at the Beaufort-Jasper Academy of Career Excellence, located at 80 Lowcountry Drive in Ridgeland from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Freshmen Orientation

Parents register your rising 9th grader for Freshmen Orientation. This is an opportunity to begin building relationships between students and faculty, which are essential in helping students have a successful freshman year.   

Dr. Rodriguez with new principals

The candidates were the top choices of committees made up of teachers, principals, executive directors, School Improvement Council members, and representatives of the district’s Instructional Services Division. The high school interview committee also included a student.

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Meals will be provided to all children free of charge (age 18 and below). Download the Press Release for a complete listing of dates, locations and distribution hours. This information can also be found on our webpage.
 

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Ms. Alexis Richmond was recently announced as the inaugural 2021-2022 District Induction Rookie Teacher of the Year. She is a first-year, Induction 1 fifth-grade teacher and Girls on the Run Coach at River Ridge Academy.

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End of the Year Showcase

Come out to the End of the Year Performing Arts Showcase by the WBECHS Band & Dance on Thursday, May 19th @ 6:30pm. Admission is free! 

LAPTOP COLLECTION TIMELINE

End of the year students' device collection dates begins Thursday, May 19th. Please adhere to the schedule listed here.

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Parker's donates $56,000 to BCSD

Superintendent Frank Rodriguez accepted the donation on behalf of the school district.

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  • Parker's Kitchen
disAbilites Resource Fair

The Special Education Department of Beaufort County School District is committed to improving educational outcomes for students with disabilities through implementation of evidence-based practices. Visit our webpage for more information.

The mission of the disAbilities Coalition is to enhance the lives of person with disabilities in Beaufort County and the Lowcountry region by working together to provide, improve or expand needed services and opportunities for them and their families. 

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Ready to Work?

Join our team!

We have opportunities for vendors for all trades! Meet us today, Thursday, April 21 between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the District Educational Services Center at 2900 Mink Point Blvd., in Beaufort. Contact Tammi Ivey at tammi.ivey@beaufort.k12.sc.us for more information.

Fun Day at Carowinds!!

Take a ride with Ladies First to the ATL. The trip will be to Carowinds and the Mall.

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Rising Seniors Summer Youth @ Work Program with the City of Beaufort

The City of Beaufort Youth@Work/SYEP will provide opportunities for motivated Career and Technical Education (CTE) High School rising seniors students across Beaufort County to participate in career development, soft skills training and paid summer employment opportunities. 

Cheerleading Tryouts

Are you interested in being a WARRIOR CHEERLEADER who leads the crowd in shouting encouragement and supporting a team at sports events?  If your answer is YES, participate in Cheerleading Tryouts!!! 

Come Alive Showtunes!!!!

Come out to show your support to the Performing Arts Department. A show you don't want to miss!!

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School Library Month

The Library is the HEART of the school. Visit Your Library and Keep Literacy Alive!!