ORIENTATIONS

Principal: Eric Masaitis
Address: 251 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 775-0857   Fax: (803) 775-7580
School Day: 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
http://ade.sumterschools.net

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year at ADE! Jump Start Student Orientation will be held Wednesday, July 31 according to the following schedule:

PreK, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

2nd and 3rd Grade: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

4th and 5th Grade: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Class rosters will be posted in the hallways and by the classrooms. Students and parents will report to the child’s assigned classroom to meet with the teacher. Tables will be set up in the cafeteria to join the PTO, register for PERK, learn how to volunteer, purchase school shirts, or pick up other information. Additional parking will be available at Westminster Presbyterian Church across the street from the school.  

 Thursday, August 1 is the first day of school for 1st through 5th grade students. Thursday, August 8 is the first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students. Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing.

 Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures: The doors open at 7:00 a.m. All 1st through 5th grade students should be dropped off and picked up at the circular drive on Alice Drive. Prekindergarten and kindergarten students should be dropped off and picked up at the circular drive on Miller Road. Parents who wish to pick up their child on foot may park at Westminster Presbyterian Church and walk to our flagpole. For everyone’s safety, only parents who need to enter the school building should park in our parking lots. Please do not drop off or pick up a child anywhere but the designated circular drives.

Principal:  Mrs. Debra Healey
Address: 1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone:  (803) 494-8200/ Fax: (803) 494-8233
School Day: 7:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Website: http://ces.sumterschools.net

Here at Cherryvale Elementary School, we are “ALL in for growth – promoting continuous growth and development for students and staff!”  Our Jumpstart Orientation Camp will be held on Wednesday, July 31 according to the schedule below:

Prekindergarten and  Kindergarten – 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

First Grade and Second Grade- 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Third Grade, Fourth Grade  & Fifth Grade – 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

During this session, parents will receive back to school information, verify drop off/pick up procedures, sign up for Parent Portal, sign up to be a volunteer, learn how to support learning at home using technology, and have a chance to meet the teachers and other staff members.  An Open House event will be held on Thursday, August 22 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. More information for the events will be placed on Cherryvale Elementary School’s website and social media pages.

Chromebooks will be distributed to students during the first two weeks of student attendance.  Students must follow the district policy for dress code which can be found on Sumter School district’s website.  All students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies within the first week of school.  

Breakfast is from 7:00 until 7:20 a.m. In order to participate, students must arrive before 7:15 a.m. Breakfast and lunch are free for all students.

Thursday, August 1 is the first day of school for 1st through 5th grade students. Thursday, August 8 is the first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students. Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing.

Drop-off/pick-up procedures for students who are car riders will remain the same when we return for the 2024-2025 school year. During morning hours, parents must drop off car riders at the front entrance of the building. During afternoon hours, they must pick up students at the back of the building. The school building opens daily at 7:00 a.m. to welcome students.

The administration and the staff of Cherryvale Elementary School are looking forward to building and maintaining relationships with our students and families, so that together we can ensure that all of our Falcons are soaring HIGH and reaching their full potential! 

Crosswell Drive Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Shawn P. Hagerty
Address: 301 Crosswell Drive, Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 775-0679 Fax: (803) 778-2857
School Day: 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Website: http://cdes.sumterschools.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrosswellDriveElementary

The faculty and staff of Crosswell Drive Elementary welcome all students and families to our 2024-2025 school year.  We are committed to academic excellence and continually strive to meet the needs of each individual student.  The instructional day will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m., and we will begin dismissal procedures at 2:00 p.m. daily. Breakfast will be served from 6:50 to 7:20 a.m. each morning. 

All student supplies (except bookbags) will be provided throughout the school year.  For up-to-date information please like our Facebook page or contact the school directly.

Jump Start Camp: Crosswell Drive Elementary will host a Jump Start Camp for kindergarten students who are new to the school and their parents on Friday, July 26 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. 

Back2School Bash: Crosswell Drive Elementary will host a Back2School Bash on Wednesday, July 31 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Parents are encouraged to meet their child’s teacher.

NO CELLPHONE POLICY:  Student cellphones are not allowed on campus. Parents must write a note requesting their child have their phone if needed for any after dismissal contact. Any phone brought without written parent permission will be collected and returned at dismissal unless multiple offenses occur.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Drop-off time for car riders will begin at 6:50 a.m.  Car riders should be dropped off and picked up from designated drop-off and pick-up areas only.  No front entrance drop-offs or pick-ups are allowed during on-time arrival and dismissal procedures.  Please refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for further information.

No students will be allowed to exit the building through the main entrance.  There is to be no parent parking in the front of the building near the front entrance, on Bowman Street or walker dismissal doors for the purpose of picking up students at dismissal.  Parents cannot pick children up on Bowman.  Bowman must remain clear of all cars.  All “walkers” will need to leave the campus on foot.  Once students are dismissed they are not allowed to return to campus.

Early Dismissal

Our instructional day ends at 2:00 p.m., and students are engaged in learning activities until the very end of their school day.  Please help us protect each child’s valuable instructional time by refraining from checking your child out early.  We ask that you do not sign your child out for early dismissal after 1 p.m. unless for medical reasons or emergencies. This gives sufficient time for your child to be ready for dismissal . The front office will not hold students after this time to maintain safety.

Dress Code

Students will dress and groom in a clean and neat manner which does not distract or interfere with the operation of the school. Student attire should not be immodest or revealing and should comply with requirements for health and safety. Clothing that will cause or is likely to cause disruption of the learning process of others may not be worn.  We will contact you if the administration deems a dress code violation.  Please be accommodating when we contact as we will do everything we can here prior to contacting.

• ‘Pedicure-style’ flip-flops, flip-flops that can easily be torn apart, slides,bubble slides, bubble shoes with or w/o straps, footies, pajamas, house shoes or bedroom slippers (students must wear appropriate footwear at all times; shoes will be worn for safety and health reasons; no person should be barefoot at school; shoes, sneakers, boots, etc., must be laced up and tied; crocs must be worn with the heel strap in the downward position or “sport mode.”
• Shorts, short skirts, skorts, etc., must be no shorter than three inches above the knee.
• Shirts may not be knotted or tied off in the front or back using rubber bands. No see through or sheer garments may be worn. Shirts must cover students’ entire belly and back.
• Lycra or spandex clothing or any excessively tight clothing (leggings may be worn under shorts or dresses provided that the shorts or dresses meet the length standard of no shorter than three inches above the knee).
• Jeans or pants with holes may be worn only when the holes are not deemed indecent. Holes must be below the pocket and must not be large or near the pockets. No undergarments should be seen through the holes.
• No sagging pants, shorts, skirts, etc. are allowed. These items should be worn above the hip.
• Belts must be kept buckled so pants do not sag and undergarments are showing. Belts are required for pants. Suspenders or overall straps must be hooked and kept on shoulders.
• Any student found to be in violation of the dress code will be required to report to the office to call someone to bring an appropriate change of clothes and/or to receive disciplinary action.
• Any attire deemed by the administration to be unsuitable or disruptive to the educational or cultural climate of the school.

Return to School 

Students in 1st-5th grade  return to school on Thursday, August 1. The first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students is Thursday, August 8. Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing.

Principal: Mrs. Kathy Lyons
Address: 1705 Frierson Road, Shaw AFB, SC 29152
Phone: (803) 499-3327 Fax: (803) 499-9553
School Day: 7:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
http://hhes.sumterschools.net

The faculty and staff of High Hills Elementary School excitedly welcome all returning and new students and their families to the 2024-2025 school year. The new school year begins Thursday, August 1. High Hills, Home of the Panthers, is a proud Leader in Me School and serves 4th and 5th grade students only.  In order to accommodate parents with children at multiple schools, a drop-in Jump Start Camp Orientation will be held Wednesday, July 31 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.  Parents may visit at their convenience to meet their child’s teachers and tour the school. Panther Pride t-shirts will be on sale. Classroom supplies and materials have been purchased through Title 1; however, some additional items may be requested by the individual teacher. Visit our website for the generic Supplies List.  

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Drop-off time for car riders will begin at 6:50 a.m. when adult supervision is provided. Breakfast begins at 7 a.m. Instruction begins at 7:30 a.m. Students will be marked tardy after 7:30 a.m. Parents are able to access the school through the Frierson Road gate and the 441 open-access gate. Car riders should be dropped off and picked up at the designated and supervised area in front of the school.  For your child’s safety, please do not drop students off in the school parking lot or on Frierson Road. Walkers and bike riders from Base Housing will be able to enter from the back gate starting at 6:50 a.m.  We look forward to a “PAWSOME” school year! 

Principal:  Phillip Jackson
Address:   825 Kingsbury Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone: (803) 775-6244 Fax: (803) 775-7021
School Day: 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
http://kbe.sumterschools.net

Kingsbury Elementary School will host a Jump Start Camp/Orientation program for students and parents on Wednesday, July 31 according to the following schedule: 8:30 a.m. for kindergarten and third grade students; 9:30 a.m. for first and fourth grade students; and 10:30 a.m. for prekindergarten, second, and fifth grade students. Parents and students are asked to come to the commons area upon arrival. Classroom assignments will be posted there.  Then, you will report directly to your child’s classroom.   

Thursday, August 1 is the first day of school for students in grades 1-5. Thursday August 8 is the first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students.  Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD/DIAL 4 testing with a smaller group of students each day.  Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with smaller groups each day.  Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing. Additional information will be shared at Jump Start Camp/Orientation.

Principal: Mrs. Stephanie Gregg, Ed.S.
952 Fulton Street
Sumter, SC 29153
(803) 775-0658 / Fax (803) 778-2730
Instructional Day: 7:30 a.m – 2:15 pm ; Office Hours: 6:50 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lme.sumterschools.net (website) ; https://www.facebook.com/LemiraLionDynasty (Facebook)  @LemiraSchool (Twitter handle)

Orientations:

Lemira Elementary School is excited to open its doors to students for the 2024-2025 school year. To kick off the school year, we will host our back to school bash and grade level orientations Tuesday, July 30. The event will take place from  6 – 7:30 p.m. for all grade levels (PreK – 5th). Class rosters will be available and posted. Lemira will be using its Title One funds to purchase students’ school supplies for the 24-25 school year.

We will also host a Jumpstart camp for all new students Tuesday, July 30 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.  All registered new students are asked to reserve their spots. Please visit our website for the registration link. 

Instructional Day:

The first day of school is Thursday, August 1 for grades 1st – 5th.   Thursday, August 8 is the first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students.  Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing. 

Instruction begins daily at 7:30 a.m. for all grade levels. Students should arrive on campus no earlier than 6:50 a.m. and no later than 7:30 a.m. to avoid being tardy. Chromebooks will be used for the 2024-2025 school year. Students are encouraged to bring charged laptops to school on a daily basis. If you are in need of technical assistance, please call the school for technical support.

Dress Code:

Students must follow the Sumter School District dress code.  (Policy AR JICA-R Student Dress Code)

Office Hours:

If you are in need of assistance, office hours are from 6:50 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures:

All students may be dropped off in the morning at the traffic circle in front of the school’s entrance on Fulton Street and exit on the Boulevard Road. Parents are reminded to not drop students off before 6:50 a.m. For student’s safety, parents are reminded not to drop their children off in the grassy area across the street from the school on Fulton Street. During pick-up, all car riders will be dismissed through the gate under the breezeway using their car numbers. Each student will be provided with numbered car tags and book bag tags. Parents arriving without a car tag number will be asked to go into the office to have their credentials verified. Parents will not be allowed to walk up to the car pick up gate to retrieve students, and students will not be permitted to cross Fulton street to walk to their rides, for safety is our number one priority.

Principal: Brandon Wells
Address: 200 West Clark Street, Pinewood
Phone: 803-452-5454
School Day: 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
http://mes.sumterschools.net

Welcome back to the 2024-2025 school year Manchester Panther Families! We would like to announce for the 2024-2025 school year we will continue AVID -Advancement Via Individual Determination schoolwide (Prekindergarten through Grade 5). The goal of AVID is to utilize best practices and systems to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. An important part of our implementation will be our student led events, school agendas (calendars) and 3-ring binders for all students. 

The first day of school for first through fifth grade students is Thursday, August 1. Prekindergarten and kindergarten students’ first day of school is Thursday, August 8. Our Prekindergarten and kindergarten teachers will contact you to schedule appointments to complete early screening and beginning of the year assessments during the week of August 1-7. Registration is open for all students in prekindergarten through Grade 5.

To help prepare for the new school year, we would like to cordially invite all of our families to attend our Jump Start Camp and Parent Orientation on Tuesday, July 30. Prekindergarten, kindergarten and first grade students and their parents/guardians may drop in anytime between 2 – 3:30 p.m. Second through fifth grade students and their parents/guardians may drop in between 3:30 – 5 p.m. Each classroom teacher will send a postcard to welcome all of our students to their new classrooms. 

During our Jump Start Camp and Parent Orientation, parents and students will have the opportunity to meet their child’s homeroom teacher, learn more about AVID, prepare your child’s AVID binder, complete student paperwork, and receive grade level expectations. Parents will also be able to meet other faculty and staff members, sign up for the Parent Teacher Association (PTA), receive parent portal information, bus route information, meet with the school nurse, register for car-rider pick up numbers and get Chromebook information. 

We are pleased to announce that once again this year, all necessary school supplies will be purchased through our Title I project. The only thing not provided are student backpacks. 

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Students may be dropped off under the awning in our

parent drop-off/pick-up line after 6:50 a.m. All students will be offered a free, nutritious breakfast beginning at 6:50 a.m. The tardy bell rings at 7:30 a.m. Students arriving after 7:30 a.m. must be signed in at the front office by an adult. Student pick-up begins at the front of the school under the awning at 2:15 p.m. In order to keep all students safe, we ask parents to remain in their cars and use their assigned parent pick-up number when picking up students. Please use 5th Street beside Dollar General to begin the car pick-up line.

 For more information, please call our school. You may also like our Facebook page or go to our school website. We look forward to seeing all of our Manchester Panthers very soon. Panthers Have AVID-TUDE!

Principal: Joshua Campbell
Address: 24 Pinewood Road Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 775-0648 Fax: (803) 436-2987
School Hours:  7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Website: http://mwe.sumterschools.net

Millwood Elementary School, the school where Attendance, Academics, and Behavior are our top priorities, is gearing up for an exciting 2024-2025 school year! We are intentionally providing our students with the best experiences as it relates to teaching and learning and we are committed to always putting our students first in a safe learning environment.

We are excited to announce that our strategic work and partnership with SREB has created an environment where student learning is prioritized above all and our hard work has paid off. We look forward to increasing our community partnerships which will enhance our students’ real world experiences and provide opportunities that will foster lifelong college and career ready scholars. Additionally, our partnership with the University of South Carolina Aiken at Sumter is especially crucial to our students’ continued success. Parents will receive information about our partnerships throughout the entire year. 

Jump Camp: Free school supplies will be given to all children that attend Millwood Elementary.  A back to school Jump Camp is outlined below for all students.  Information will be provided on July 31 for all kindergarten students during their mandatory orientation.  This will take place in the school cafeteria at 12:00 noon. Prekindergarten students should expect individual phone calls pertaining to their students orientation. Additionally, our annual Meet the Teacher will be held on July 31st from 1pm-3pm at the school as a drop in for grades 1-5. Take this time to meet the teachers, get all necessary supplies, and visit your child’s classroom. This is a drop in time so please plan to stay up to 30 minutes, complete transportation forms, and provide teachers with all pertinent information necessary for your child’s success. 

The first day of school for students in grades 1-5 is Thursday August .  The first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students is Thursday, August 8. Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be informed by their children’s teachers  to schedule an appointment time and date for testing. 

Drop-off and Pick-up Procedures:

For the safety of our students, the earliest drop off time is 7 a.m., and the latest pick-up time is 2:30 p.m. Please give special attention to the following information as our drop off and pick up procedures have slightly changed. 

Students in grades PreK, kindergarten, and first, will be dropped off and picked up at the Horseshoe, which is located across from Food Lion on Wedgefield Road.

Students in grades second, third, fourth and fifth will be dropped off and picked up on Mustang Drive off of Pinewood Road.  If there are multiple children attending Millwood, older siblings will be dropped off and picked up with the youngest sibling in the family.

Breakfast and Lunch:

All students are eligible to receive breakfast and lunch daily. Breakfast will begin at 7 a.m.  Breakfast typically ends at 7:45 a.m. Each teacher has a designated time for his or her class to eat lunch and participate in recess. Breakfast and lunch will be served in the cafeteria.

All students will receive information pertaining to our policies and procedures at our school-wide assembly on Friday, August 2nd for students grades 1-5 and Friday August 9th for students grades pre k and k. The administration and staff look forward to another successful year as we reflect, refocus, and re-energize all of our efforts to ensure academic excellence for each of our students.

Principal:  Jessica C. Wright, ED.S. 
Address:  5415 Oakland Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone: (803) 499-3366 /Fax: (803) 499-3361
School Day:  7:30 a.m.– 2:15 p.m.
http://ops.sumterschools.net

The school day begins daily at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 2:15 p.m.  Students reporting later than 7:30 a.m. will be marked tardy.  Breakfast is served daily from 6:50 until 7:20 a.m. Note: Students who wish to eat breakfast should be dropped off no later than 7:10 a.m. in order to have time to eat before going to class.  Student drop off begins at 6:50 a.m. 

Jump Camp: Class rosters will be posted Wednesday July 31, the day of our Back-to-School Jump Camp, which is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p..m. This is a drop in, so please plan to spend about 30 minutes in the classroom filling out information as well as completing an activity with your child. You will be able to sign up for parent pick-up cards either before or after your scheduled time. We will also have booths set up with information regarding bus transportation and day care for before and after school care if needed.  Copies of the school supply wish list can be found on the school’s website or Facebook page. 

Students in 1st grade return to school on Thursday, August 1.

The first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students is Thursday, August 8. Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day. Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing.

Parents are asked to pin a small piece of paper on their child the first day of school with the child’s name, telephone number, and bus numbers if applicable.  If the child will be picked up daily, please indicate parent pick up or the name of the daycare that will pick the child up.

Drop Off/Pick Up Procedures: For drop off, stay in the right-hand lane and pull up as far as you can to a staff member if you are only dropping off.  If you wish to park and walk your child to the door, please stay in the left-hand lane and park in the parent parking lot and cross to the sidewalk at either end of the parking lot.  You may then walk to the door to drop off your child.  An OPS staff member will assist your child to his/her classroom.

For parent pick up, you will be issued two cards with a number specific to your child.  These can be made for you at our Jump Camp on the 31st of July.  Please make sure to have that daily to pick up your child.  If you do not have the card, you will be asked to go to the main office to pick up your child with a valid ID.  You may either wait in the line that forms from the right lane, or walk up to pick your child up from a classroom located near the drop-off/pick-up location.      

On the first day of school, the students will receive a packet of information to share with parents.  Please complete all requested forms and return them to the school the following day, especially concerning emergency contact/allergies information.  Please check the school’s website (ops.sumterschools.net) or the Oakland Primary School Facebook page for the supply lists and other pertinent information as we get closer to the start of the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking forward to an exciting and rewarding school year as we continue to educate the whole child!

Principal:  Michelle Curry-McBride
Address:   2060 Bethel Church Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone:  803-481-5800     Fax:  803-481-5813
School Day:  7:30 AM – 2:15 PM
http://pses.sumterschools.net

Welcome to Pocalla Springs Elementary! We are anticipating an amazing 2024-2025 school year filled with excitement and learning. Our mascot is Corey the Croc and our school colors are green, yellow and white. 

Registration Information:

It is important to register new students, prekindergarten, and kindergarten students early.  Registration can take place online on Pocalla’s website http://pses.sumterschools.net or at the main office. All registrations require the student’s birth certificate, immunization record, picture ID of parent/guardian and two proofs of address (utility bill or lease agreement, for example). 

Orientation:

Orientation in grades K-5 will be held on Tuesday, July 30 according to the following schedule: Orientation will begin at 1 PM for grades kindergarten-2nd. Orientation for grades 3rd-5th will begin at 3 PM. Students and parents will meet teachers, view bus schedules, locate classrooms and receive other information.  Post cards will be sent home prior to orientation with the teacher’s name of your child. Staff members will be available to assist students with finding their homerooms. K- 2nd grades (Gate 2) will enter through the main entrance. 3rd-5th grades (Gate 1), will enter through the Palmetto Room. Directional signs will be posted. Orientation for preschoolers will be on Wednesday, August 7.

Instructional Day:

The first day of school for students in grades 1st-5th is Thursday, August 1. Prekindergarten and kindergarten students will test during the week of August 1-7. There will be a staggered schedule for prekindergarten and kindergarten students who will only come to school during their appointment time for testing. August 8 will be the first day of school for all prekindergarten and kindergarten students. The school day is from 7:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. 

The main office will not be open until 7:30 a.m. and closes at 3:30 p.m.

Drop-off/pick-up procedures:  To drop off students, enter (Gate 2) nearest the marquee and continue straight and follow the drop-off signs.  Drop-off time for car riders begins at 6:50 a.m. for students who wish to eat breakfast. Students are tardy after 7:30 a.m. After 7:30 a.m, parents will need to go to the main entrance and walk their child to the Attendance Office. Dismissal is at 2:15 p.m.  Car riders in prekindergarten through first grade and their siblings are picked up at the colored fences (drop-off area).  Car riders in second through fifth grade (Gate 1) are picked up at the covered area behind the cafeteria. 

Pocalla Springs is a Title I school. School supplies and a clear book bag will be furnished by the school throughout the year. Take-home school supplies will be given to parents during Open House. Open House will be held on Thursday, September 5. Please visit our Website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram often for the most up-to-date information.

Principal:  Anita L. Hunter
Address:  4100 Highway 261 North, Rembert, SC 29128
Phone:  (803) 432-2994 Fax:  (803) 425-7386
School Day:  7:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m.
http://rces.sumterschools.net

Welcome to the  2024-2025 School Year! Jump Start Orientation will be held Wednesday, July 31 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.  Students and parents/guardians will have an opportunity to meet their child(ren) teacher(s).   Rafting Creek is a Title I school and school supplies will be furnished by the school throughout the year.  Supplies include but are limited to a bookbag, paper, pencils, crayons, markers, folders, and notebooks. 

Thursday, August 1 is the first school day for students in grades 1-5. Thursday, August 8 is the first full day of school for prekindergarten and kindergarten students.  Prekindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD/DIAL 4 testing with a smaller group of students each day.  Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1-7 to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with smaller groups each day.  Parents/guardians will be contacted by their children’s teachers to schedule an appointment time and date for testing. Additional information will be shared at Jump Start Camp/Orientation on July 31. 

Open House and Fall Title I meeting will be held on August 15 from 6:00  – 7:00 p.m.

Breakfast and Lunch:

All students are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch daily. Breakfast will begin at 7 a.m. and ends at 7:30 a.m. 

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures:  Parents transporting their children to school must follow the signs to the rear drop-off point.  The student drop-off starts at  6:50 a.m. when adult supervision is available.   Car riders being dropped off after 7:20 a.m. must use the front entry.  Breakfast is served between 7:00 a.m. – 7:25 a.m.  Students are tardy after 7:30 a.m. and must be signed in at the attendance office by an adult.  Dismissal is at 2:15 p.m.  Car rider pick up is in the same location as car rider drop off.  We ask all car riders to be picked up by 2:25 p.m.  

Principal: Maria Dantzler
Address:   345 Eastern School Road, Sumter, SC  29153
Phone: 803-495-3247 Fax:  803-495-3211
School Day:  7:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Tardy at 7:35 a.m.
Website: https://redcpa.sumterschools.net/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/REDavisCPA/ 

We are excited to start a new year of learning at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy, where we Seek excellence, Work hard, Observe rules and procedures, Respect ourselves and others and Do the right thing (S.W.O.R.D).  Jump Camp Orientation for students in prekindergarten to 5th grade will be held Tuesday, July 30th from 1 – 3 p.m.  Jump Camp Orientation for 6th through 8th grades will be Tuesday, July 30th from 3:30 –  5:30 p.m.  During the start of each orientation, parents/guardians and students are asked to join the administration team in the cafeteria for the welcome address. Students and parents/guardians will then have an opportunity to meet with the teacher and visit various stations. 

Parents/guardians are asked to provide their child with a bookbag.  All other school supplies will be provided using our federal funds project.  It is recommended that your child have a water bottle. 

We do not have a mandatory uniform, but students are asked to adhere to the Sumter School District Dress Code. 

School will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. and dismiss at 2:20 p.m. We look forward to an exciting year of learning and growth. The first day of school for grades 1-8 is Thursday, August 1.  Students in prekindergarten and kindergarten will start on Thursday, August 8.

Drop-Off/Pick-Up Procedures: Morning drop-off time for car riders will begin at 7 – 7:30 a.m. at the front entrance near the gym.   The afternoon pickup location is the same as the morning drop-off.  Dismissal is from 2:20 – 2:35 p.m.

Principal:  Dr. Melissa Morris
Address: 1495 Frierson Road, Shaw AFB, SC 29152-1427
Phone:  (803) 666-2335/Fax:  (803) 666-3719
School Day:  7:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.  
http://shes.sumterschools.net

The school day begins at 7:30 a.m., and the tardy bell rings at 7:40 a.m. Car riders and walkers should arrive between 7 and 7:15 a.m. if they would like to eat breakfast. Class rosters will be posted the afternoon of July 31, 2024, the day of our back to school drop-in. Copies of the school supply wish list can be found on the school’s website or Facebook page. Copies have also been placed at Wal-Mart.  The back to school  drop-in will be held on Wednesday, July 31 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.  Parents may come to the school during this time to meet their child’s teacher, visit the classroom, join the PTO, sign up for a parent pick-up card, and purchase a school t-shirt. The cost for youth shirts is $10, and adult shirts cost $15. ACE water bottles can be purchased for $3.  Fees owed previously will be accepted at this time as well. Textbooks from the previous year will also be accepted and students’ accounts credited.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Drop-off time for car riders will begin at 7:00 a.m. when adult supervision is provided. Car riders should be dropped off and picked up at the designated area to the left of the school in front of the cafeteria. Students should not be dropped off or picked up in front of the school; this area is designated for buses only.

Principal:  Mr. Michael Riggins
Address:   975 South Main Street, Sumter, SC  29150
Phone: 803-773-5723   Fax: 803-778-2918
School Day: 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
1st Bell: 7:30 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 7:35 a.m.
http://wld.sumterschools.net

Wilder Elementary School will host a “Jump Start” Back to School orientation for all students and parents Wednesday, July 31. Prekindergarten through 2nd grade will begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by 3rd through 5th grade at 9:30 a.m. Classroom assignments will be posted in several locations throughout the school. Parents and students will be invited to go directly to the classrooms.

Breakfast is served for bus students as they arrive and for car riders from 7 until 7:25 a.m.  The tardy bell rings at 7:35 a.m.  Office hours are from 7:15 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures:  The horseshoe on S. Main Street is the only drop-off and pick-up area for car riders. Drop-off is no earlier than 7 a.m. in the front of the school. Parking spaces are provided for parents who must walk students to class or pick them up in the afternoon. If a parent has a conference, they should park in the parking spaces provided in the front of the school. All parents must report to the main office for a visitor pass.

All walkers will enter and exit through the two gates located on South Main. (Gates are located on the picnic shelter side of South Main and at the corner of South Main and Newberry.) The student’s address will determine which gate he or she will use in the afternoon. Parents should not park along the fence or in the church parking lot.  Parents should not walk through the exit to receive children.

All daycare and bus riders report to the bus port at the end of the 100 Building on Floral Avenue.  All Exceptional Ed. bus riders will report to the bus port on Floral Avenue (back of the school).

Principal: Jackqueline Thomas 
Address: 26 Willow Drive, Sumter, SC 29150 
Phone: (803) 773-5796 Fax: (803) 778-2847
School Day:  7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. 
http://wde.sumterschools.net 

Willow Drive Elementary School, home of the Soaring Eagles, will host a back to school orientation for all students and their parents in Preschool and 1st through 5th grades on Tuesday, July 30 between the hours of 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.   A “Jump Start Camp” will be held for our Kindergarten students and their parents on July 31 from 8:30  – 10:00 a.m.  Kindergarten teachers will make parental contact by July 29 with more information about the Jump Start Camp.  Parents will meet the classroom teacher, receive bus schedule information, register for a car pick- up decal, and have an opportunity to join the PTO.  

The first day of school for 1st through 5th grades is Thursday, August 1.  The first day for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students is Thursday, August 8. PreKindergarten (CERDEP) teachers will utilize the week of August 1st – 7th to conduct the academic portions of the GOLD testing with a smaller group of students each day. Kindergarten teachers will also utilize the week of August 1st – 7th to conduct the academic portions of the KRA testing with a smaller group of students each day.  Parents/Guardians will be contacted by their child’s teacher to schedule an appointment time and date for testing.

Breakfast will be served each morning from 6:50 to 7:30 a.m. beginning August 1, 2024.  Students should not report to school before 6:50 a.m., as there will not be supervision available until that time. We highly encourage students to be on time for school each day.  Students are considered tardy at 7:30 a.m. and must be brought into the front office by an adult to be signed in when tardy.  Office hours are from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  

Drop Off/Pick Up Procedures:  There are two areas available for students to be dropped off in the mornings and picked up if they are car riders.  The front drive-thru area is for students in grades first, second, and third.  The side drive-thru area (near big playground) is for students in kindergarten, fourth, and fifth grades. If your student has a sibling, then all can be dropped off or picked up at the drive-thru of the youngest sibling.  In the interest of safety, students should not be dropped off at the front door of the school building.  Afternoon pickup will be in the same location where students are dropped off in the mornings. Students will be dismissed by 2:15 p.m.  Car riders should be picked up no later than 2:35 p.m.

Principal:  Jeannie M. Pressley
Address:   40 Miller Road, Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 775-0821 Fax: (803) 778-2929
School Day: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
http://adm.sumterschools.net

Alice Drive Middle School, a nationally accredited STEM school, is ready to RISE in the 2024-2025 school year! There will be a “Hawk Jump Start” for 6th graders/new students and their parents on Wednesday, July 31. All 6th graders/new students and parents are welcome to drop by the Nest between 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Students will meet their homeroom teacher, tour the building, and receive information  to help make a smooth transition to middle school.

Thursday, August 1 is the official first day of school for all students. Thursday/Friday, August 2-3 will be designated as our “RISE” Camp. All students will receive their schedules, take ID pictures, review school-wide behavior expectations/procedures, tour the building, update Chromebooks, and explore STEM through a variety of problem-based learning activities. School pictures will be taken on Friday, August 2.  Information will be sent home with dates for Open House! 

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Parents who bring children to school should enter

campus using gate one off of University Drive by making a right turn only. The earliest students may be dropped off in the mornings is 7:15 a.m. To avoid congestion, parents are asked to make a left-turn only when exiting campus out of gate two. Walkers should enter the designated entrance in the gym foyer. In the interest of student safety, please do not drop students off on University Drive, at the front of the school, or in the bus loading/unloading area.

Principal: Mrs. Nicole Fuller
Address: 715 Estate Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 775-0711  Fax: (803) 775-0715
School Day Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
School Website: http://bms.sumterschools.net
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/batesmiddle
X (formerly known as Twitter) – @WeAreBates

Bates Middle School, an AVID and a nationally accredited STEM school, is ready to STRIDE in the 2024-2025 school year!  We will host a “Bantam Jump Start Camp” for 6th grade students on Tuesday, July 23  from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to assist them in their transition to middle school.  This event will serve as the 6th grade back-to-school orientation as well.  The Bantam Jump Start Camp will begin in the gym with a warm welcome to 6th grade parents and students from the administrative team and faculty/staff.  Parents and students will receive general information, schedules, and an agenda of activities that will occur throughout the day.  No bus transportation will be provided to/from the Bantam Jump Start Camp.

Back-to-School Orientation Schedule:

7th Grade: Monday, July 29 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

8th Grade: Monday, July 29 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 1 is the official first day of school for all students.  On August 1-2, all students will receive their class schedules, school supply checklist, important documents to take home to parents, and review school-wide academic and behavior expectations.  Our Open House/Meet the Teacher Night will be held on Thursday, August 22 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: For the safety of all students at Bates Middle School, all cars picking up and dropping off students should enter the drive from Scotkins Court and exit on Bailey Street.  Students are not to be dropped off or picked up on Bailey Street.  Gates will open at 7:15 a.m. and will close at 7:55 a.m.  At approximately 2:30 p.m., gates will be opened for afternoon pick-up.  Parents are not permitted to park in the front of the building to pick up students from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.  We look forward to an awesome school year!  Go Bantams!

Principal: Mrs. Jenaii D. Edwards 
Address: 1200 Oswego Road, Sumter, SC 29153
Phone: (803) 775-7272 Fax: (803) 775-7601
School Day: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
http://coms.sumterschools.net
https://www.facebook.com/chestnutoaksmiddleschool

“Welcome, Falcons, to an exciting new school year filled with opportunities for growth and success as we S.O.A.R- FORWARD together!” The first day of school is August 1. The instructional day is 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Chestnut Oaks Middle School “Jump Start” for sixth grade parents and students will be Wednesday, July 31 from 9 – 11 a.m. Tables will be available in the gym with general information and staff will be available to answer any questions.  We are excited and look forward to meeting you at the times listed above! Our Open House/Title I Fall Meeting will be August 29 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. 

All student supplies (except bookbags) will be provided throughout the school year.  For up-to-date information please like our Facebook page or contact the school directly.

Student handbooks, which include school and district expectations, will be accessible the first week of school. Parents are respectfully requested to review the handbooks with their children.   

The Sumter School District Board has approved a new Code of Conduct.  It can be found on the district’s website or on the Chestnut Oaks Middle School Facebook page. 

Students are expected to use a school district issued Chromebook to engage in learning activities and completion of assignments. Students new to Sumter School District will be issued a district Chromebook from Chestnut Oaks Middle School.   

We are pleased to announce an important update regarding our safety measures. Starting August 5, we will implement the use of clear book bags throughout our campus. The decision to introduce clear book bags is rooted in our commitment to enhancing safety and security for everyone. By using clear book bags, we aim to increase visibility of bag contents, facilitate quicker inspections, enhance security measures, and create a safer environment by deterring unauthorized items from being brought in. If you need the name of different locations to purchase clear book bags, please let us know and we will be happy to assist. Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone.

 

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Car riders should be picked up and dropped off on the circular driveway at the front of the school on Oswego Road. The earliest students may be dropped off in the mornings is 7:15 a.m. and the latest for pick is 3:30 p.m. Parents needing early dismissal for their child, must sign them out before 2:30 p.m.  Students are not to be picked up or dropped off in the bus port area. 

Principal:  Bertha Timmons
Address:   3440 Ebenezer Road, Sumter, SC 29153
Phone: (803) 469-8571   Fax: (803) 469-8575
School Day:  8:15 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
http://ems.sumterschools.net

Welcome to Ebenezer, where we promote Tiger P.R.I.D.E. – Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Discipline, and Excellence!

 Important Dates

• Tuesday, July 30 from 9:00  to 11:00 a.m. – Orientation for 6th grade students and new 7th and 8th grade students at Ebenezer.  Bus transportation will not be provided.  
• Thursday, August 1  – First day of school
• Thursday, August 29 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. – Open House

Student handbooks, which include school expectations, the district’s code of conduct and eighth grade promotion criteria will be distributed at the beginning of the school year. Parents are respectfully requested to review the handbook, the district’s code of conduct, and the 8th-grade promotion criteria with their children.  

Students are required to follow the Sumter School District Dress Code. This policy can be found on the district’s website and in the student handbook. The policy can also be accessed from Ebenezer’s webpage.

All Ebenezer students will carry clear bookbags/backpacks. Athletes must also use clear bookbags for their belongings. Ebenezer will provide one clear bookbag to students at the beginning of the year.  These are economy bookbags; therefore parents may choose to purchase a studier bookbag on their own.  

Breakfast starts at 7:40 a.m. and will end at 8:20 a.m. Students desiring to eat breakfast should arrive before 8:10 am. The first period begins promptly at 8:25 am. 

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures: Parents who drive their children to school should enter the south gate and drive around the back of the school to the drop-off/pick-up area located on the north end of the building. The building will open at 7:40 a.m., and students should arrive no later than 8:15 a.m.  All children should be picked up no later than 3:45 p.m. Students who are not picked up by 3:45 p.m. will ride the bus home.

Principal: J. Tanner Curry
Address:   3400 Bethel Church Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone:  (803) 481-8519 Fax: (803) 481-8923
School Day:  8:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
http://fms.sumterschools.net 

Furman Middle School is pleased to inform students and parents about the upcoming orientation sessions and important procedures for the new academic year. We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition and providing a safe and supportive environment for all students.

Jump Start Orientation will be held Tuesday, July 30 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Students will have a two hour mini camp where they will receive schedules, meet their teachers, and be provided with an in-depth orientation and tour of the school. Only students are permitted to attend the mini-camp. Parent University will be held for parents with a variety of informational sessions that will equip parents with information, tools, and resources to ensure a successful year for each child. 

The school uniform requirement will be waived again for the upcoming year; however, it is essential to note that students must adhere to the Sumter School District Dress Code Policy JICA-R. This policy can be found on both the school and district websites. We encourage everyone to review and follow these guidelines, as well as the District Code of Conduct Policy JICDA, to maintain a positive and respectful learning environment.

The first day of school for all students will be on Thursday, August 1. Homeroom assignments will be posted on the walls in the hallway and outside of the classrooms. Our dedicated staff members will be available to assist students in finding their assigned homerooms, ensuring a smooth transition into their classrooms.

To familiarize students who will be bus riders with their assigned buses, we request that they plan to ride their designated buses in the morning on the first day of school. This will allow the bus drivers to become acquainted with the students and help the students become familiar with their bus numbers and drivers. We believe this early introduction will contribute to a comfortable and safe transportation experience for all. Please be prepared for slight delays in the pick and drop-off times for bus riders as our team will be working diligently to ensure that each child boards the correct bus prior to departing.

Drop-off and pick-up procedures: students arriving by car should be dropped off between 7:45 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. at the designated student drop-off area located in the fenced area beside the school. No students should be dropped off at the front of the school. Detailed directions and a map can be found on our school website and social media pages. Students arriving after 8:15 a.m. must be signed in by a parent or guardian at the main office. In the afternoon, students can be picked up in the fenced area beside the school at 3:45 p.m. Parents are requested to ensure they pick up their children no later than 4:00 p.m. To prioritize safety, we ask all occupants to remain in their vehicles while waiting to pick up students.

Furman Middle School is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience and fostering a supportive community for our students. We value the partnership with parents and guardians, and we believe that by working together, we can create an enriching and successful academic year.

For more information and updates, please visit our school website and social media pages. We look forward to welcoming our students and families for an exciting and rewarding school year.

Principal:  Tarsha B. Staggers
Address:   4355 Peach Orchard Road, Dalzell, SC 29040
Phone: (803) 499-3341 Fax:  (803) 499-3353
School Day:  8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
School’s Website:  https://hms.sumterschools.net/
School’s Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/hillcrestmiddlewildcats

Welcome back to Hillcrest Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year! As an AVID school, we are dedicated to preparing our students for college and beyond. Our mission statement, “Believing, Achieving, and Succeeding through Academics, Citizenship, and Service,” reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and challenging learning environment where every student can thrive. 

New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is scheduled for Monday, July 29 at 10 a.m. During the orientation, you will meet our faculty, receive an overview of the student handbook, and learn important information about the opening days of school. 

Open House/Parent University

Open House/Parent University is set for Tuesday, September 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. All students and parents are welcome to attend. We will address questions about navigating Schoology and other school programs.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures:  Car riders can be dropped off starting at 7:30 a.m., as we want to ensure adequate supervision for all students. Please use the designated student drop-off/pick-up area at the back of the school, which can be accessed via Old Highway 521. To keep things running smoothly, please avoid using the teacher parking lot for drop-offs or pick-ups. Thank you for your cooperation! 

We look forward to an exciting year of growth, achievement, and excellence together. Go Wildcats!  

Principal: Maria Dantzler
Address:   345 Eastern School Road, Sumter, SC  29153
Phone: 803-495-3247 Fax:  803-495-3211
School Day:  7:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Tardy at 7:35 a.m.
Website: https://redcpa.sumterschools.net/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/REDavisCPA/ 

We are excited to start a new year of learning at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy, where we Seek excellence, Work hard, Observe rules and procedures, Respect ourselves and others and Do the right thing (S.W.O.R.D).  Jump Camp Orientation for students in prekindergarten to 5th grade will be held Tuesday, July 30th from 1 – 3 p.m.  Jump Camp Orientation for 6th through 8th grades will be Tuesday, July 30th from 3:30 –  5:30 p.m.  During the start of each orientation, parents/guardians and students are asked to join the administration team in the cafeteria for the welcome address. Students and parents/guardians will then have an opportunity to meet with the teacher and visit various stations. 

Parents/guardians are asked to provide their child with a bookbag.  All other school supplies will be provided using our federal funds project.  It is recommended that your child have a water bottle. 

We do not have a mandatory uniform, but students are asked to adhere to the Sumter School District Dress Code. 

School will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. and dismiss at 2:20 p.m. We look forward to an exciting year of learning and growth. The first day of school for grades 1-8 is Thursday, August 1.  Students in prekindergarten and kindergarten will start on Thursday, August 8.

Drop-Off/Pick-Up Procedures: Morning drop-off time for car riders will begin at 7 – 7:30 a.m. at the front entrance near the gym.   The afternoon pickup location is the same as the morning drop-off.  Dismissal is from 2:20 – 2:35 p.m.

Principal: Dr. Jayson R. Leach I
Address: 2000 Oswego Road, Sumter, SC 29153
Phone: (803) 469-6200/Fax:  (803) 469-7678
School Day: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Crestwood High School (CHS) will host its Jump Start for all rising 9th grade/newly enrolled students and their families to tour the building on Wednesday, July 31,  based on the following schedule: 

Welcome/Introduction of the “A” Team – 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. in the Fine Arts Center.

Meet the Teacher – 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. in the main building.

Upper-Classmen can tour the main building from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

2024/2025 IDs/Chromebooks (Freshman/New Students Only):

A-H: 9:40 a.m. in Media Center

I – M: 10:05 a.m. in Media Center

N – Z: 10:25 a.m. in Media Center

Parking is available in the parking lots located in front of the school, fine arts center, and gymnasium.

Schedule confirmations will be conducted in person or virtually from July 22 – 25. Please call the CHS Guidance Office to schedule your appointment time. 

Courses will be changed by appointment if there are one of the following legitimate needs:

1. Scheduled for a class in which credit has been received;
2. Not scheduled for eight classes;
3. Course(s) required for graduation are needed;
4. Failed a course and a prerequisite is required.  

Schedules will be reviewed based on the following schedule: 

Monday, July 22 – Senior Confirmation Day (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

Tuesday, July 23– Junior Confirmation Day (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

Wednesday, July 24 –Sophomore Confirmation Day (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

Thursday, July 25 – Freshman Confirmation Day (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.). 

 Student handbooks, which include school and district expectations, will be distributed on the first day of school. Parents are respectfully requested to review the handbooks with their children.  The first day of school for students is Thursday, August 1, 2024. 

Drop-off and pick-up procedures:  Parents who drive their children to school should arrive no later than 8:35 a.m.; the building will open at 7:30 a.m.; the pick-up time is no later than 4:15 p.m.  Students are to be dropped off and picked up at the roundabout in front of the school.

Students are required to arrive at the designated parking lot no later than 8:30 a.m.

Student drivers must complete the school driver safety course and complete the application before driving privileges will be granted. Permits will be sold on a first-come/first-served basis. Parking permits may be purchased at school; mail-in registration fees do not include parking permits.

 

Lakewood High School
Principal:  Dr. Maggie J. Wright
Address:   350 Old Manning Road, Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: (803) 506-2700 Fax: (803) 506-2708
School Day:  8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
http://lhs.sumterschools.net

Upcoming Events:

• Jump Start for Freshmen & New Students: July 23, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Fine Arts Center
• Registration for Returning Students:
  • July 25, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m
  • July 26, 1 – p.m., Main Office

Registration Details:

• Schedules available for pickup.
• Schedules also be accessible via PowerSchool Parent Portal
• ID pictures taken as needed
• ALL STUDENTS provided with a clear backpack & supplies

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures:

• Arrival: Not before 8 a.m.
• Departure: Off campus by 4:15 p.m
• Student Drop-off/Pick-up: Front of the auditorium (third entrance on Old Manning Road)
• Student Parking: Front of the gym area (third entrance)
• Late Arrival (after 8:40 a.m.): Report to main office
• Student drivers arriving after 8:40 a.m.: Must park in designated spaces at the main office lot
• Note: First driveway is reserved for buses only. Please use designated areas for drop-off and pick-up.

Principal: Anamaria Sandor
Address: 2580 McCray’s Mill Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone: 803-481-4480 Fax: 803-481-4021
School Website: http://shs.sumterschools.net
School Day: 8:40 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Welcome to Sumter High School’s 2024-2025 Academic Year!

The faculty and staff at Sumter High School are thrilled to welcome our students to what promises to be an exceptional school year.

Orientation:

We’re excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year with our mandatory drop-in Jump Start/Student Orientation on Monday, July 29. This event is essential for all students as we prepare for a successful year ahead.

Schedule Pick-Up for 9th-12th Grade Students:

Date: July 29, 2024
Location: Gym
Times:
9:00  – 11:30 a.m. (Last Names A-L)
1:00  – 3:30 p.m. (Last Names M-Z)

New students will have their yearbook and ID photos taken in the auditorium.

Upperclassmen must bring their current IDs for schedule pick-up and yearbook photos.

Clubs and organizations will be set up in the commons area, and students can register for parking permits if they drive to school. Orientation parking is available at the front of the campus via Gate 1. All students and parents must enter through the front of the building.

For updates and detailed school information, please visit our website.

Student and Parent Handbooks:

Student and parent handbooks, which include school and district expectations, will be distributed via student email and posted on the school website. Parents are encouraged to review these handbooks and the new Code of Conduct with their children. All students must take ID photos.

First Day of School:

We look forward to welcoming students back on Thursday, August 1.

Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures:

Parents who drive their children to school should use Gate 1 off McCrays Mill Road for drop-off and pick-up. Drop-off time is no later than 8:30 a.m., and pick-up is from 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. To ensure safety, do not use the student parking lot, bus loading/unloading area, or pick up outside the school premises on McCrays Mill Rd. or Stadium Rd.

Student Driver/Parking Procedures:

Students driving to school must arrive by 8:30 a.m. and use Gate 6 to enter and exit the campus. Parking permits will be issued during orientation on July 29 and the first week of school. Permits must be obtained in person at the main office during lunchtime. Students need to present their vehicle registration and a valid driver’s license. Full details on driving and parking procedures are available on the school website and in the handbooks.

Our Motto:

We are Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow, and Gamecocks Forever.

We are excited for a fantastic school year ahead!

Principal:  Dr. Shirrie B. Miller
Address:  2612 McCrays Mill Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Phone: (803) 481-8575/Fax: (803) 481-4232
School Day: 9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.
Website: http://sctc.sumterschools.net
Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/sctcsumter/
Twitter: http://twitter@sctcsumter
Instagram: http://Instagram@sctcsumter

Sumter Career and Technology Center (SCTC) is a nationally certified STEM school as well as a Transform SC Center, a SREB Pacesetter CTE Center, and South Carolina Youth Apprenticeship member. SCTC is where faculty, staff, and administration invest in the future of our students by producing college, military, and career ready students.  

Back to School Jump Start/Orientation – Sumter Career and Technology Center will host its Jump Start/Orientation for new students on Tuesday, July 30  beginning at 1 p.m.   Students will meet the administration team in the Commons and will go to their respective classrooms/shops/labs.  The Jump Start/Orientation session will conclude at 3 p.m.  Parking will be available in the front of the campus using Gate 1 and in the bus port using Gate 2.

 The first day for students in grades 10–12 is Thursday, August 1. Open House/Meet the Teacher for returning students and parents is Tuesday, August 20,  from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Orientation for students is Thursday, August 15, 2024. Morning orientation is scheduled for 9:15–10:15 a.m., and afternoon orientation is scheduled for 12:45–1:45 p.m.

 Student handbooks, which include school and district expectations, will be distributed electronically on the first day of school.  Parents are encouraged to review the handbooks with their children. Chromebooks will be distributed at each student’s home high school.  Please check with your home high school for distribution dates.  

 No students are dropped-off or picked-up from SCTC. Students walk from Sumter High School through the back gate while students from Crestwood High and Lakewood High schools are transported by bus to Sumter Career and Technology Center.  The school building opens daily at 9  a.m. to welcome students.

Director: Dr. Vanessa Smith-Canty
Address: 905 North Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Telephone: (803) 778-6432  Fax: (803) 775-4665
Website: aed.sumterschools.net

Hours of Operation: 
Monday and Wednesday – 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday – 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday – 8:00 a.m.-12 noon
Fourth Saturdays – 8:00 a.m.-12 noon

Sumter Adult Education enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year begins July 1. Orientation will be held August 5-9,  and classes will begin on Tuesday, August 13. The last day to enroll for session one is August 22. Prior to beginning class, all students must take the pre-test-Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and participate in assessment/placement counseling.