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Sumter School District infuses 21st Century teaching by emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), the use of digital libraries and the implementation of cutting edge technology. Our students have access to world languages, fine arts, Advanced Placement, college level dual enrollment, the International Baccalaureate program and the Gifted and Talented program. Through our expansive Career and Technology Education (CATE) courses and numerous offerings at the Sumter Career and Technology Center, our students are developing career-ready skills. Sumter School District also produces well-rounded students through robust athletic programs and award winning extracurricular clubs and organizations. Trust and transparency, open lines of communication and fostering relationships with our stakeholder groups are imperative to the success of Sumter School District. I am not only encouraged but impressed with the outstanding support I have witnessed personally from the Sumter community. By working together, we can ‘Ask, Assess, and Analyze’ our successes and challenges and truly move forward as a unified school district.

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Dr. William T. Wright, Jr. Superintendent, Sumter School District

In closing, I consider it a privilege and honor to serve as your superintendent. I look forward to immersing myself in the Sumter community and working with our dedicated staff who are here to serve, support and strengthen Sumter School District. Together, we will help ensure our students and staff feel safe, are valued and thrive both inside and outside of the classroom. Let’s make this an exceptional year! We are #SumterSDProud!

n behalf of our Board of Trustees and the Sumter School District family, welcome to the 20222023 school year. We are thankful to partner with The Sumter Item to provide this welcome guide, which features a variety of information about our schools and the community at large for our parents, students, employees and our stakeholders. As your new superintendent, I look forward to working in collaboration with our stakeholders to continue to build excellence through our academic, athletic, fine arts and extracurricular programs.

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4 2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide WHAT'S INSIDE About publicationthis The 2022-23 Sumter School theSumterWelcomeDistrictGuideisapartnershipbetweenTheItemandschooldistrict'sPublicInformation Office. Copyright 2022, The Sumter Item, SumterDistrictSchool District Administration Contacts 7 District Overview 108 New Student Registration 10 Food and Nutrition .................................................. 12 Partners in Education ............................................. 13 Inclement Weather Procedures ............................ 1414 & Principals 16 Sumter School District Board of Trustees 20 Sumter Education Foundation............................... 22 Career Readiness .................................................... 25 ......................................................... 2826 District Teacher of the Year Finalists 30 Campus Teachers of the Year 3431 Stay Connected Mail: 1345 Wilson Hall Road, Sumter, SC Fax:(803)Telephone:29150469-6900(803)469-3769Website: www.sumterschools.net Follow us: Facebook.com/ SumterSCSChools Twitter.com/ SumterSCSchools BD and the BD Logo are trademarks of Becton, Dickinson and Company or its affiliates. © 2022 BD. All rights reserved. Thank you for voting us "Best of Sumter” BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We take pride in knowing that you acknowledge us as an employer of choice in this region. On behalf of our BD leadership team and our associates we would like to extend a big thank you for voting us Best of Sumter. jobs.bd.com EOE, including veterans and disability 1575 Airport Road 240 Jefferson Road Sumter, SC 29153

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As the Sumter region’s leader in media for more than 128 years, we are glad you are here and hope you enjoy this magazine. Inside these pages and throughout this school year, you will see complete and vibrant coverage of our local schools through The Sumter Item. From features on exceptional student achievement to explanations of complex budget issues to videos showing unique programs in our schools, our mission as Sumter’s premier media company is to keep you informed and entertained. We are ready to help encourage and develop lifelong learners within our community.

I’d also like to thank our incredible local business partners who make this magazine possible. Throughout these pages, you will see many of the people and businesses committed to helping build our school system and a better Sumter. Thanks to everyone who plays a role in building our community through education, and we hope you have a great school year.

The Sumter Item of today is more than just a newspaper. Studio Sumter, the video wing of our media company, produces shows such as Sumter Today. Posted weekdays at TheItem.com and Facebook. com/theitem, the all-positive news show highlights some of the great things happening throughout our community, including much of the activities inside our schools. We also recognize and highlight exceptional teachers and counselors throughout our region, featuring those community heroes across our platforms. Our popular local sports coverage is also on display daily inside our newspaper, as well as on our website, in video coverage and throughout multiple social media platforms. Follow The Item Sports across our social pages for exciting, expanding coverage of our local teams throughout this school year. If you have not already, please consider subscribing to our local print and digital coverage at The Sumter Item. You can do so by visiting TheItem.com/subscribe.

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Shatika Spearman, Chief Finance Officer Ext. Shatika.spearman@sumterschools.net312 Veronne Davis, Executive Director of Student Support Services Veronne.davis@sumterschools.net803-774-5500 Shelly Galloway, Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement Ext. Shelly.galloway@sumterschools.net102 Arpad Jonas, Executive Director of Information Systems and Technology Ext. Arpad.jonas@sumterschools.net132 Dr. Jadé McLeod, Executive Director of Academics Ext. Jade.mcleod@sumterschools.net516 Samuel Myers, Executive Director of Operations Samuel.myers@sumterschools.net Stacey Francis, Director of Food Services 4255 Peach Orchard Road Phone: (803) 499-5950, ext. Stacey.francis@sumterschools.net109 Transportation Services RING WHO TO CALL

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Sumter School District works diligently to help all students to develop the world class skills, life and career characteristics of the Profile of the SC Graduate by equipping them to be responsible, successful and productive citizens in a global society. We focus on student achievement by ensuring challenging curricula and high expectations. Gaining reaccreditation by AdvancEd, the organization which conducts rigorous, on-site, external reviews of schools and school systems to ensure that all learners realize their full potential, is evidence of our academic success and continuous improvement.Ouracademic programs address rigorous standards in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Research-based best practices focus on problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Data is used to plan and implement instruction in order to differentiate instruction, monitor student progress, and set appropriate goals. A MultiTiered System of Support (MTSS) uses databased problem solving to integrate academic and behavioral instruction and intervention. The district infuses 21st Century teaching by emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), the use of digital libraries and the implementation of cutting edge technology. Our students have access to world languages, fine arts, advanced placement, college level dual enrollment, the International Baccalaureate program and the Gifted and Talented program. Through our expansive Career Technical Education (CTE) courses and numerous offerings at the Sumter Career and Technology Center, our students are developing career-ready skills. Sumter School District also produces well rounded students through robust athletic programs and award winning extracurricular clubs and organizations. Our students develop life and career characteristics and soft skills through career exploration including exposure to employers via career fairs, shadowing, work cooperatives and partnerships; efforts and events sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce and workforce readiness partners; and mentoring programs. Character development is encouraged and taught through character education, classroom guidance, small groups and intervention programs. Sumter School District works diligently to ensure that every student graduates on time and is prepared for postsecondary education, is career ready and has the foundation to become a productive citizen. A strong partnership between our families, the community, and school personnel greatly enhances academic progress, and we are extremely grateful for your continued support. Sumter School District remains committed to providing every student with a high quality education which will serve as a foundation for their future success.

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ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT ON THE ALL DAYS OF SCHOOL

Parents who plan to enroll their child in Sumter School District for the first time are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible to avoid last minute crowds. Parents may register their child in the school zoned for their residence during regular school hours. Persons unsure of their school zone may contact the district’s attendance office at (803) 469-6900, extension 507. Children must be 4 or 5 on or before Sept. 1 to enroll in prekindergarten or kindergarten, respectively.

State law mandates that children ages 5 to 17 must be in Uponschool.registration, parents are required to provide school personnel with the child’s official birth certificate or other proof of name and age, proof of residence, and the SC Immunization Form (DHEC 2740).Thedistrict recommends that parents of children transferring from another school district also bring the child’s latest report card. Children transferring from out of state must have their health certificate information on a South Carolina form. Parents must take out-of-state certificates to a doctor or clinic in South Carolina to have the information transferred to the correct form.

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According to state law, students must attend a minimum of 180 days of school a year. New state attendance requirements identify a student as absent if a student is not in attendance for at least 50% of the instructional day. Additionally, students designated as absent (regardless of the reason) for 10% or more days of instruction will be reported to the State Department of Education as chronically absent.Written notes from the parent, guardian or attending physician must be submitted within three days after returning to school or the absence will be considered unlawful. An absence is considered lawful when it is the result of illness, death in the immediate family, emergencies, and recognized religious holidays. A limited number of parent notes may be accepted at the discretion of the principal.

It is imperative that students attend school regularly. While some absences for illness are unavoidable, nothing can replace the educational, cultural, and social contacts students experience through regular participation in class. Students with good attendance achieve more than students who are often absent. Attendance is also a major criterion in preparing students for the world of work.

South Carolina law states that a student is deemed truant after three consecutive unlawful absences or a total of five unlawful absences. School attendance personnel will contact the parent/guardian regarding unlawful absences and will schedule a conference to develop cooperatively a Student Attendance Intervention Plan, as required by law. High school students who have more than five unlawful absences in a one-unit course or three unlawful absences in a half-unit course may lose credit for the course. Absences are counted in the high schools and middle schools by class, so students are encouraged to report promptly to every class.Forfurther information on attendance laws, contact Coordinator of Attendance Services at (803) 469-6900, extension 507.

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All schools in Sumter School District offer wellbalanced and nutritious meals in compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. A standard breakfast meal includes a meat/meat alternate, whole-grain rich grain, fruit, 100% fruit juice and a choice of low-fat milk. A standard lunch meal includes a meat/meat alternate, whole-grain rich grain, vegetable, fruit and low-fat milk. All grade levels have an option of purchasing a la carte items.

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FOOD NUTRITION

Sumter School District participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Program. All breakfast and lunch meals are free of charge to students. Meal applications are not required.

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The Sumter Partners In Education program is a joint venture between the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and Sumter’s public and private schools. By establishing and maintaining creative, quality partnerships to support Sumter’s schools, our community is making a positive difference for Sumter’s children. Individuals, businesses and groups are all instrumental in the success of our partnership efforts.Nobusiness or organization is too large or small to serve as a partner. Each can contribute in a variety of ways, all of which are integral in ensuring each student receives the best education possible. Partner activities include financial contributions, in-kind donations and services, sponsorship of events and awards, attendance and academic incentives, internships, volunteering and mentoring. In turn, schools offer the partners what they can in order to make the partnership truly beneficial for both partners. Partnerships not only benefit students and schools, they also strengthen and provide advantages to the community. Today’s students will be the workforce of tomorrow. By investing in students’ education, the local community is essentially investing in itself to ensure its success for tomorrow. If you are interested in becoming a community partner or adopting a school, please contact Shelly Galloway, executive director of communication and community engagement, at 469-6900, extension 102. Become a Sumter Partner In Education, and help make students’ dreams come true.

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The first and most important priority of Sumter School District is the safety of our students and staff. Certainly in this day and age we can never be absolutely protected against all circumstances, but we do educate our students and staff throughout the year and rely on our parents to help us ensure we reinforce our own safety procedures. Our joint emergency action plans were developed in accordance with state and federal best practices and in partnership with local public safety professionals. Law enforcement is a partner in the annual review of the plans, and they evaluate our implementation of emergency drills and provide training for school staff as requested. The review of our plans reveal strengths and weaknesses and, in some cases, procedures are revised or enhanced. Each joint emergency action plan at the school level helps prepare school sites on lockdown drills, evacuation procedures, natural disaster precautions as well as communication with families, students, parents and communities during a crisis. School safety procedures also address the access of our buildings by the public. A variety of drills are conducted on a regular basis. Training in school safety for school staff takes place throughout the year, and the school district also provides immediate crisis response training for the Disturbance Intervention Response teams and the Mental Health Support teams. Again, the safety and security of our students and staff is a top priority at all times in Sumter School District. Working together, we can ensure that the educational process is allowed to continue in the safe, uninterrupted environment that our children deserve.

SCHOOL Safety

ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE ONLY MADE IF THERE IS A DELAY OR CLOSING.

PROCEDURESWEATHER

Local TV: WIS TV 10 I WOLO TV 25 I WBTW 13 I WACH 6 I WLTX TV 19

During periods of unsafe weather conditions when it may be questionable to hold school, the school district has several options including closing school, opening schools one hour late or opening schools two hours late. Decisions for any of these options will be announced to the public no later than 5 a.m. on the day in question on the following local radio and television stations: WIBZ 95.5 FM, WKHT 93.7 FM, WICI 94.7 FM and WDXY 1240 AM. The television stations used are WIS TV 10, WOLO TV 25, WBTW 13, WACH 6 and WLTX TV 19. Information is also announced on the Sumter School District website, Facebook page, and Twitter page. In the event of inclement weather, parents will also be notified by telephone through Blackboard Connect. Please make sure the school has your correct contact information. Announcements will also be reported on by The Sumter Item in the print newspaper and digitally on our website, daily email newsletter and social media.

Local Radio: WIBZ 95.5 FM I WKHT 93.7 FM I WICI 94.7 FM I WDXY 1240 AM

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Crosswell Drive Elementary School

Josh Campbell, Principal 5415 Oakland Drive Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 499-3366 Fax: http://ops.sumterschools.net499-3361

Stephanie Gregg, Principal 952 Fulton St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0658 Fax: http://lme.sumterschools.net778-2730

Dr. Mary Kay Norton, Principal 1705 Frierson Road Shaw AFB, SC 29152 Phone: 499-3327 Fax: http://hhes.sumterschools.net499-9553

Phillip Jackson, Principal 825 Kingsbury Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 775-6244 Fax: http://kbe.sumterschools.net775-7021

Millwood Elementary School

Brandon Wells, Principal 4100 Hwy. 261 North Rembert, SC 29128 Phone: 432-2994 Fax: http://rces.sumterschools.net425-7386

Pamela Rhodes, Principal 1420 Furman Drive Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 494-8200 Fax: http://ces.sumterschools.net494-8233

Dr. Shawn Hagerty, Principal 301 Crosswell Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0679 Fax: http://cde.sumterschools.net778-2857

Jessica Wright, Principal 24 Pinewood Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0648 Fax: http://mwe.sumterschools.net436-2987

Oakland Primary School

R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy Anita Hunter, Principal 345 Eastern School Road Sumter, SC Phone:495-324729153Fax: http://redcpa.sumterschools.net495-3211

High Hills Elementary School

Pocalla Springs Elementary School

Kingsbury Elementary School

Shaw Heights Elementary School Dr. Melissa Morris, Principal 1495 Frierson Road Shaw AFB, SC 29152

Rafting Creek Elementary School

Phone: 666-2335 Fax: http://shes.sumterschools.net666-3719 Wilder Elementary School David Wright, Principal 975 South Main St. Sumter, SC Phone:773-572329150Fax: http://wld.sumterschools.net778-2918 Willow Drive Elementary School Jackie Thomas, Principal 26 Willow Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 773-5796 Fax: http://wde.sumterschools.net778-2847 Alice Drive Middle School Jeannie Pressley, Principal 40 Miller Road Sumter, SC Phone:775-082129150Fax: http://adm.sumterschools.net778-2929 Bates Middle School Jeffrey Barrineau, Principal 715 Estate St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0711 Fax: http://bms.sumterschools.net775-0715

Alice Drive Elementary School

Lemira Elementary School

Eric Masiatis, Principal 251 Alice Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0857 Fax: http://ade.sumterschools.net775-7580

Michelle-Curry McBride, Principal 2060 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-5800 http://pses.sumterschools.netFax:481-5813

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Cherryvale Elementary School

Manchester Elementary Maria Dantzler, Principal 200 E Clark St. Pinewood, SC 29125 Phone: 452-5454 Fax: http://mes.sumterschools.net452-5423

Furman Middle School

Hillcrest Middle School

Tarsha Staggers, Principal 4355 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-3341 Fax: http://hms.sumterschools.ne499-3353

Michael Riggins, Principal 3400 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-8519 Fax: http://fms.sumterschools.net481-8923

Chestnut Oaks Middle School

Sumter High School Anamaria Sandor, Principal 2580 McCray's Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-4480 Fax: http://shs.sumterschools.net481-4021

Ebenezer Middle School

SC 29150 Phone: 469-6900 Fax: http://sumterschools.net469-3769 Sumter School District Annex Veronne ExecutiveDavisDirector of Student Support Services 220 Hasel St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 774-5500 Sumter Adult Education Dr. Vanessa Canty, Director 905 North Main St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 778-6432 Fax: 775-4665 Maintenance/Warehouse Chris Catoe, Dir. of Maintenance 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, 29150 Phone: 469-6900, ext. 602 Food Services Stacey Francis, Dir. of Food Serv. 4255 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-5950, ext. 109 Transportation Services Leonard Brailsford, Area One Hillcrest Transportation Office (Crestwood High feeder schools) 4305 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-3422 Joshua Johnson, Area Two Sumter High Trans. Office (Sumter High feeder schools) 2580 McCray’s Mill Road Brian Jones, Area Three Furman Transportation Office (Lakewood High feeder schools) 3400 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-3168 or 481-3169 *All phone numbers are area code (803)

Sumter School District Administrative Office Dr. William Wright, Jr., 1345SuperintendentWilsonHall Road Sumter,

Jenaii Edwards, Principal 1200 Oswego Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 775-7272 Fax: http://coms.sumterschools.net775-7601

Sumter Academy for Support and Intervention James Boone, Principal 475 Crosswell Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 774-5900 Fax: http://ba.sumterschools.net774-5901

Sumter Career and Technology Center Dr. Shirrie Miller, Principal 2612 McCray's Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-8575 Fax: http://sctc.sumterschools.net481-4232

Crestwood High School TBA, 2000PrincipalOswego Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 469-6200 Fax: http://chs.sumterschools.net469-7678

Lakewood High School Dr. Maggie Wright, Principal 350 Old Manning Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 506-2700 Fax: http://lhs.sumterschools.net506-2712

Bertha Timmons, Principal 3440 Ebenezer Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 469-8571 Fax: http://ems.sumterschools.net469-8575

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Brian L. Alston Area 1 3385N. Kings HWY 261 Rembert, SC 29128 (803) alston4sc@gmail.com572-1938/Cell Sherril P. Ray Area 2 528 sherril.ray@sumterschools.net(803)Sumter,MimosaSC29150491-7628/Cell BOARD OF TRUSTEES Sumter School District is governed by nine elected members of the Board of Trustees. The Board sets policy, the employment of a superintendent who will see that the district maintains a position as an outstanding school system and under whose leadership the school personnel will carry out the policies of the Board; and to the continued improvement of the district schools for the benefit of its students and their improved academic achievement. Matthew “Mac” McLeod Area 3 2985 Bruce Circle Sumter, SC 29154 (803) mac.mcleod@sumterschools.n938-2701/Cellet Barbara R. Jackson, Ped.D. Chairwoman Area 7 1510 Reedroman Road Sumter, SC 29153 (803) barbarar.jackson@sumterschools.net316-5879/Cell J. Frank Baker, Vice-ChairmanEd.D. Member At-Large Seat 8 8670 Black River Road Rembert, SC jfrankbaker49@gmail.com(803)968-5901/Cell29128 Daryl F. McGhaney, D.Min. Clerk Area 5 9770 Lynches River Road Lynchburg, SC 29080 (803) 437-2797/Home (803) daryl.mcghaney@sumterschools.net436-2343/Officevivian1@ftc-i.net About the Board *This list was arrucate before the Nov. 8, 2022, election, when all nine seats were up for election and transitioned to nine district seats rather than having two at-large seats.

• To evaluate the data appropriate for the management functions of planning, evaluating, organizing and implementing the goals and objectives of the district; and

Additionally, the board’s goals are as follows:

CONTACT INFORMATION

29152 (803) dennisse.jones.2@us.af.mil(803)895-3398/Office840-0938/Cell Chauntae Scott Administrative Manager to the Superintendent and Board 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 469-6900, ext. chauntae.scott@sumterschools.net100 Dr.

• To provide leadership in order that the goals and objectives of the school system can be effectively carried out;

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Jr. william.wright@sumterschools.net(803)1345SuperintendentWilsonHallRoadSumter,SC29150469-6900,ext.100

•To manage the school system in accordance with board policy;

• To maintain two-way communication with various publics served by the schools in order to interpret public attitudes, to identify policies and procedures of the schools and to encourage public involvement with and understanding of the schools;

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•To communicate the educational expectations and aspirations of the community through the formulation of policies that stimulate the learner and the learning process;

John B. Hilton Jr., Ph.D. (Johnny) Area 4 2691 Wedgefield Rd. Sumter, SC 29154 (803) johnny.hilton@sumterschools.net468-4054/Cell

School Liaison Program Manager Shaw AFB Representative 320 Laurel Street, CDC Annex, Bldg. 2453 Shaw AFB,

The Board of Trustees meet publicly on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 PM unless otherwise announced. meetings are scheduled as needed. Board is a member of the South Carolina School Boards Association, and 100% of members have completed the state’s orientation program.

Gloria Rose Lee, D. Min. Area 6 PO Drawer 2039 Sumter, SC 29151 (803) gloria.lee@sumterschools.net464-6414/Cell

• To demonstrate fiscal responsibility and align district resources with raising student achievement.

Shawn T. Ragin, D.Min. Member At-Large Seat 9 3835 Quiet Court Sumter, SC 29150 (803) Shawnragin89@gmail.com464-6859/Cell

Dennisse R. Jones, USAF Shaw AFB SC William T. Wright,

Established in 2012, the Sumter Education Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm for Sumter School District. They operate independently from the school district under a separate Board of Directors. The Foundation is a chartered corporation in South Carolina and is tax-exempt under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Any gift to the Foundation provides a corresponding tax liability deduction from State and Federal income taxes (Taxpayer Identification # 57-0963633). All donations received are for the exclusive use of Sumter School District based on priorities established by the Foundation’s Board of Directors. This commitment includes teacher special programs/projects, and grants for teachers. The Board of Directors acts as a fiscal agent for donors who wish to sponsor projects for schools, teachers, and students. They also serve as a review committee for program ideas, gifts and grants available to schools and to individual departments, teachers, students, and student groups to further the educational purposes of the Sumter Education Foundation and Sumter School District. Recognizing that the quality of education is important to the well-being of the community it serves, the Foundation Board will build upon the strong school system to ensure all students will be prepared to live, work, and compete in tomorrow’s challenging workplace.

SUMTER EDUCATION Foundation

2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide 23 Special programs include: Army ROTC, Cooperative Education, Call Me Mister, and Morris College Service Learning. New majors: Criminal Forensics and Cybersecurity. 21 Academic Majors Top 16 Criminal Justice Program on Best Value’s List Top 21 on Best College’s Social Mobility List Teacher ProgramEducationAccreditedBusinessAdministration Program Accredited PREPARING STUDENTS FOR A historically black, coeducational, liberal arts college, operated by the Baptist Educational and Missionary Convention of South Carolina committed to promoting the intellectual and personal development of every one of itsWestudents.produce graduates who can pursue useful and productive careers and in so doing enhance their own lives and the society in which they take their places. SUCCESSFUL CAREERS GROW ACHIEVE SUCCEED Connect with us on: Morris College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate degrees. Also accrediated by ACBSP and CAEP. STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS ENROLL NOW! Fall Semester Classes Begin August 19, 2021 Interactive Learning Meaningful Programs Individual Development COLLEGE ADMISSION www.morris.edu FALL Enter to Learn; Depart to Serve Morris College CALL US (803) 934-3225 Fall Semester Classes Begin August 18, 2022

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courses, intensive guidance, individual graduation plans 8: ChoosingTransitionacluster of

EVERY STEP ALONG THE PATHWAY IS CRUCIAL TO MAKING EACH STUDENT'S FUTURE A CAREERSUCCESS. Readiness Employment:

Sumter School District exposes students in grades K-12 to college and career readiness information. At the elementary level, students participate in career awareness activities; middle school students participate in career exploration activities such as interest and values assessments and the 8th grade Individual Graduation Plan conference; and in high school, students receive career guidance services to include interest skills and values assessments, job shadowing opportunities, internships, youth apprenticeships and cooperative learning opportunities that support choosing a cluster and major within the curriculum frameworks as part of their annual Individual Graduation Plan Conference. At all levels, CATE/Career Specialists sponsor field studies, which are different from field trips in that the field study is intended to expose students to career related information relevant to their age group. These activities are all in accordance with the Education and Economic Development Act’s (EEDA) initiative of Personal Pathways to Success. Some of the programs used are the Microburst Employability Skills program and South Carolina Information System. WorkBased Learning (WBL) is a coordinated, sponsored, coherent sequence of workplace experiences that are related to students’ career goals and/or interests, are based on instructional preparation and are performed in partnership with local businesses, industries or other organizations in the community. WBL enables students to apply classroom instruction in a real-world business or service-oriented work environment. Career Advancement education and lifelong Career Preparation credentials: college, certification, Career and technical study and major (can change easily at time)

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apprenticeships, military 9-12:

6-8: Career Exploration Discovering interest areas K-5: Career Awareness Introduction to the world of careers

Preparation Academics

learning Post-secondary:

26 2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide • Accredited by the AdvancED Accreditation Commission • Purple Star School District • Over 80 National Board Certified teachers • Palmetto Gold and Silver Award recipients • Drop-out rate below the state average • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at Sumter High School • COGNIA Accredited STEM schools - Alice Drive Middle School, Bates Middle, Alice Drive Elementary, Sumter Career and Technology Center • Ten STEM Cohort Schools • 14 AVID Schools • Four Leader in Me Schools - Cherryvale Elementary, Rafting Creek Elementary, High Hills Elementary, and Shaw Heights Elementary • Three Arts in Basic Curriculum Schools - Cherryvale Elementary, Kingsbury Elementary, and Crestwood High • Lakewood High School, Grammy Signature School SUMTERPOINTSSCHOOLDISTRICT ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF • Crosswell Drive Elementary, Model School Designation • National and state recognition for academic, fine arts, and athletic programs • South Carolina Department of Education approved eLearning district • One-to-Global Technology Initiative • Over $500,000 worth of classroom library books donated to schools through Sumter Education Foundation • Ben Carson Reading Rooms at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy, Shaw Heights Elementary, and Manchester Elementary • State Teacher of the Year Finalists • Partners in Education initiative for mentors and community partners • Principal for the Day • Universal free breakfast and lunch • Full day Prekindergarten program • Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) program • Air Force Junior ROTC at all high schools • Extensive offerings for extracurricular, athletic and fine arts programs • Special programs: Mild Intellectual Disabilities, Moderate Intellectual

2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide 27 Disabilities, Specific Learning Disability, Emotional and Behavioral Disorder, Blind/ Low Vision, Orthopedically Disabled, Deaf/ Hard of Hearing, Communication Disorder • Career Technical Education (CTE) in the middle and high schools, in addition to programs offered at the Sumter Career and Technology Center • Environmental centers located at all three high schools • Talented and Gifted program • Advanced Placement courses • Dual Credit courses with USC Sumter and Central Carolina Technical College • Early College program through USC Sumter • Adult Education program • Comprehensive guidance • School psychologists and social workers • Alternative programs for at-risk youth • Service learning NUMBER OF SCHOOLSElementary ................................... 14Middle ............................................ 6High ................................................ 3K-8 PreparatoryCollege Academy .................. 1Alternative ..................................... 1Career and Technology Center... 1Adult Education ........................... 1 NOW HIRING AND RE-HIRING! JoinTeam!Our $2000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Great Beneﬁts - Earn Attendance Incentives NEW PAY RATES www.pilgrims.com/pilgrims-jobs 2050 HWY. 15 S, Sumter, SC 29150, 803-481-6243 SCAN HERE!

• Collaboration and Support amongst Stakeholders: Pervasive and valuable collaborative efforts create meaningful strategies and solutions.

MOTTO TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER AND ENRICH!

• Providing a Safe Learning Environment: Students have the right to learn in an environment conducive to learning.

• Commitment to Excellence: Educational excellence requires that all stakeholders strive for continual growth and improvement.

STATEMENTNONDISCRIMINATIONVALUESANDBELIEFS

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. Sumter School District is committed to educating, empowering and enriching the lives of all students to reach their full potential.

• Educating the Whole Child: All students are granted the opportunity to succeed based on individual needs.

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• Unyielding Ethical Standards: Build and maintain an abiding sense of honor and integrity that is characterized by high standards.

Sumter School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in admission to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities.

MISSION VISION

• Accountability: All stakeholders are accountable for their actions and will be responsive to the needs of others.

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DENISE CHRISTMAS-ROBINSON Willow Drive Elementary School

2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide 31 CAMPUS TEACHERS OF THE YEAR Rhonda Nelson Alice Drive Elementary School Elizabeth Hawkins Cherryvale Elementary School Deborah Burkett Crosswell ElementaryDriveSchool Kendall Jones High Hills Elementary School Sheila Pack Kingsbury Elementary School Sarah Bell Lemira Elementary School Sharon Johnson Manchester Elementary School Katie Huggins Millwood Elementary School Erica Harrell Oakland Primary School Hannah Peet Pocalla ElementarySpringsSchool Angela Burley Rafting ElementaryCreekSchool Julie Davidson RE Davis College Preparatory Academy Pam King Shaw ElementaryHeightsSchool Kendra Turner Wilder Elementary School Denise RobinsonChristmasWillow Drive Elementary School Donna Bearor Alice Drive Middle School Delores Tips Bates Middle School Cornelius Blanding Chestnut Oaks Middle School Vera Murray Ebenezer Middle School Stephen Sanderson Furman Middle School Alicia Timmons Hillcrest Middle School Cassandra Breland Crestwood High School James Sweat Lakewood High School Ruth Lynette Creech Sumter High School Debra Barber Sumter Career and Technology Center Shamekia Adams Sumter Academy for Support and Intervention 2022-2023

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34 2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide SeptemberAugustOctoberNovemberDecemberJuly FebruaryJanuaryMarchAprilMayJuneAug. 5-12 In-service or Workday Aug. 15 Students Begin Sept. 5 Labor Day Holiday Sept. 14 Interims Issued Sept. 23 District Professional Development 1/2 Day Oct. 13 District Professional Development 1/2 Day Oct. 14 In-service or Workday Oct. 18 Last Day of 1st Quarter Oct. 19 First Day of 2nd Quarter Oct. 27 Report Cards Issued Nov. 8 Election Day Nov. 11 Veterans Day Holiday Nov. 21-25 Thanksgiving Holidays Nov. 29 Interims Issued Dec. 19-30 Winter Holidays Jan. 2 School Resumes Jan. 11, 12 High School Exams 1/2 Days for High Schools Only Jan. 12 Last Day of 2nd Qtr./1st Sem. Jan. 13 In-service or Workday Jan. 16 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Jan. 17 First Day 3rd Quarter/2nd Sem. Jan. 26 Report Cards Issued Feb. 17 Interims Issued Feb. 20 District Professional Development 1/2 Day March 16 District Professional Development 1/2 Day March 17 In-service or Workday March 21 Last Day 3rd Quarter March 22 First Day 4th Quarter March 30 Report Cards Issued April 7-14 Spring Holidays April 26 Interims Issued May 29 Memorial Day Holiday May 31 High School Exams 1/2 Day June 1 High School Exams 1/2 Day June 1 Last Day of Student Attendance 1/2 Day June 1 Report Cards Issued TBD Sumter Career and Technology Center Graduation June 2 In-service or Workday TBD Crestwood High and Lakewood High Graduations TBD Sumter High Graduation TBD Adult Education Graduation Inclement Weather Days: October 14 January 13 March 17 Sumter School District 2022-2023 CalendarS M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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