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Vision
Sumter School District is committed to educating, empowering, and enriching the lives of all students to reach their full potential.
Mission
Sumter School District is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality educational environment that supports diversity and equips students for local and global success.
NEW! Cell Phone Policy JICJ
![Board Policy JICJ]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732143379/sumterschoolsnet/objwiaknxeomjmn8mx7o/BoardPolicyJICJ.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732143379/sumterschoolsnet/objwiaknxeomjmn8mx7o/BoardPolicyJICJ.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732143379/sumterschoolsnet/objwiaknxeomjmn8mx7o/BoardPolicyJICJ.png","width":800}])
![Devices and accessories include, but are not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, gaming devices, and ear buds.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732142983/sumterschoolsnet/q0x751kympeoezyvmtp2/NoCellBelltoBell.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732142983/sumterschoolsnet/q0x751kympeoezyvmtp2/NoCellBelltoBell.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732142983/sumterschoolsnet/q0x751kympeoezyvmtp2/NoCellBelltoBell.png","width":800}])
![Summary of Board Policy JICJ]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732143926/sumterschoolsnet/r5y5ubfrivd2y28ruroe/PhonesOffLearningOn_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732143926/sumterschoolsnet/r5y5ubfrivd2y28ruroe/PhonesOffLearningOn_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732143926/sumterschoolsnet/r5y5ubfrivd2y28ruroe/PhonesOffLearningOn_1.png","width":800}])
Quick Links
![Discover Sumter School District Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727892069/sumterschoolsnet/mwwe6ettpujp6nhwmmdi/Students.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727892069/sumterschoolsnet/mwwe6ettpujp6nhwmmdi/Students.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727892069/sumterschoolsnet/mwwe6ettpujp6nhwmmdi/Students.jpg","width":800}])
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about Welcome to Sumter School District Video (opens in new window/tab)
![Link to 2024-25 District Calendar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724264854/sumterschoolsnet/venuupac54u0k3j7ogsn/calendar.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724264854/sumterschoolsnet/venuupac54u0k3j7ogsn/calendar.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724264854/sumterschoolsnet/venuupac54u0k3j7ogsn/calendar.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724264854/sumterschoolsnet/venuupac54u0k3j7ogsn/calendar.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724264854/sumterschoolsnet/venuupac54u0k3j7ogsn/calendar.png","width":1279}])
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about 2024-2025 Calendar (opens in new window/tab)
![Attendance/How to Enroll]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728409018/sumterschoolsnet/qzd78cegduhqz8azqizl/STEMBus.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728409018/sumterschoolsnet/qzd78cegduhqz8azqizl/STEMBus.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728409018/sumterschoolsnet/qzd78cegduhqz8azqizl/STEMBus.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728409018/sumterschoolsnet/qzd78cegduhqz8azqizl/STEMBus.png","width":900}])
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about Attendance/How to Enroll
![School meals are served to students daily.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728913421/sumterschoolsnet/mg8g30zkjtqrmpyurmfn/SchoolBreakfast.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728913421/sumterschoolsnet/mg8g30zkjtqrmpyurmfn/SchoolBreakfast.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728913421/sumterschoolsnet/mg8g30zkjtqrmpyurmfn/SchoolBreakfast.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728913421/sumterschoolsnet/mg8g30zkjtqrmpyurmfn/SchoolBreakfast.png","width":900}])
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about Breakfast and Lunch Menus
![Click here for employment opportunities.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727899253/sumterschoolsnet/worm6sjzs392o9sfnewt/EmploymentOpportunities.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727899253/sumterschoolsnet/worm6sjzs392o9sfnewt/EmploymentOpportunities.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727899253/sumterschoolsnet/worm6sjzs392o9sfnewt/EmploymentOpportunities.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727899253/sumterschoolsnet/worm6sjzs392o9sfnewt/EmploymentOpportunities.png","width":900}])
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about Employment Opportunities (opens in new window/tab)
![Volunteer Application]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727901096/sumterschoolsnet/nxesvoi5mlnwbzha6obj/Volunteer.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727901096/sumterschoolsnet/nxesvoi5mlnwbzha6obj/Volunteer.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727901096/sumterschoolsnet/nxesvoi5mlnwbzha6obj/Volunteer.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727901096/sumterschoolsnet/nxesvoi5mlnwbzha6obj/Volunteer.png","width":900}])
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about Volunteer Application
Testimonials
![Thomas Slater, Chestnut Oaks Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726086725/sumterschoolsnet/cnj2twda3wymzimojmsr/Thomas_Slater_COMS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726086725/sumterschoolsnet/cnj2twda3wymzimojmsr/Thomas_Slater_COMS.jpg","width":435}])
Thomas Slater, Chestnut Oaks Middle School
I love teaching in Sumter School District because I have encountered many talented students with an unquenchable thirst for learning. The support I have received has been awesome, allowing me to express my creativity in providing my students with great learning opportunities.
![Kyle Austin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726085448/sumterschoolsnet/l2brnifbkxzkmu8ssslt/KyleAustin_SumterHigh-Edit_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726085448/sumterschoolsnet/l2brnifbkxzkmu8ssslt/KyleAustin_SumterHigh-Edit_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726085448/sumterschoolsnet/l2brnifbkxzkmu8ssslt/KyleAustin_SumterHigh-Edit_1.jpg","width":800}])
Sumter is my home. Teaching in my hometown has allowed me to grow our future leaders and shape our community.
![Why I Teach... Terri Johnson, Cherryvale Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717701464/sumterschoolsnet/bwdhvzqatukwjmefz6gt/TerriJohnson--CherryvaleElementary.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717701464/sumterschoolsnet/bwdhvzqatukwjmefz6gt/TerriJohnson--CherryvaleElementary.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717701464/sumterschoolsnet/bwdhvzqatukwjmefz6gt/TerriJohnson--CherryvaleElementary.jpg","width":800}])
Terri Johnson, Cherryvale Elementary School
I love teaching in Sumter School District because I am able to give back to the school district that inspired me to become an educator throughout my K-12 years. I enjoy the flexibility and creativity of being able to encourage and teach students in meaningful ways.
![Why I Teach... Rachel Pressley, Shaw Heights Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717691533/sumterschoolsnet/gy4q66sysi3sjwuqnakq/RachelPressley--ShawHeightsElementary.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717691533/sumterschoolsnet/gy4q66sysi3sjwuqnakq/RachelPressley--ShawHeightsElementary.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717691533/sumterschoolsnet/gy4q66sysi3sjwuqnakq/RachelPressley--ShawHeightsElementary.jpg","width":800}])
Rachel Pressley, Shaw Heights Elementary School
One of the many reasons I love teaching in Sumter School District is their partnership with Shaw Air Force Base. It is an amazing opportunity for students to interact with military volunteers and allows them to have exposure to potential job opportunities with the US Air Force and USARCENT.
News & Events
![Cherryvale Elementary has been designated as a Unified Champion School. This is a significant achievement, reflecting the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all of our students. The plaque displayed in the front office serves as a proud reminder of this dedication to inclusivity.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732386491/sumterschoolsnet/zmupeanhktrjzv2knhvw/UnifiedChampionSchool_2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732386491/sumterschoolsnet/zmupeanhktrjzv2knhvw/UnifiedChampionSchool_2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732386491/sumterschoolsnet/zmupeanhktrjzv2knhvw/UnifiedChampionSchool_2.png","width":800}])
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about Cherryvale Elementary designated as a Unified Champion School
![Crosswell Drive Elementary School - Beacon School of Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727211906/sumterschoolsnet/qsvcuekmmpfblmxaanah/CDE_Beacon_School2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727211906/sumterschoolsnet/qsvcuekmmpfblmxaanah/CDE_Beacon_School2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727211906/sumterschoolsnet/qsvcuekmmpfblmxaanah/CDE_Beacon_School2.jpg","width":800}]){kind=tracking}
Congratulations to Crosswell Drive Elementary, under the leadership of Dr. Shawn Hagerty, for being named a 2024 Blue Ribbon Beacon School. This award will be presented during the Blue Ribbon Schools Conference in Orlando, Florida, in December.
![Pocalla Elementary School Steppers win National Championship]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717702978/sumterschoolsnet/dvj22chcwgb9gbdpwc8e/PocallaSteppers.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717702978/sumterschoolsnet/dvj22chcwgb9gbdpwc8e/PocallaSteppers.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717702978/sumterschoolsnet/dvj22chcwgb9gbdpwc8e/PocallaSteppers.jpg","width":800}])
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about Pocalla Steppers Win National Championship