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The student registration window for the upcoming school year is now open. If you have a new student, you will need to visit HERE to register them. For returning students, visit your parent portal to register your student, or click HERE.
Rookie Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Ms Ashby for being selected as the CCSD Elementary Rookie Teacher of the Year!
Family Movie Night
Family Movie Night was a huge success! Thank you to everyone for their donations to rent the equipment! It was a perfect evening spent with friends and family!
Third Graders Learn About Native American Traditions
Our 3rd graders had a wonderful hands-on learning experience thanks to a grant from the South Carolina Arts Commission! As part of their CKLA curriculum, students are currently learning about Native Americans, and we were honored to welcome Tammy from the Wassamaw Tribe of Varnetown Indians to our school. Students created beautiful bone bead bracelets while learning more about Native culture and traditions. They had the best time and left with the coolest bracelets, and even better memories!
Career Day
Career Day was a success as students dressed for success and wore outfits representing what they want to be when they grow up. We welcomed guest speakers from the community and enjoyed visits from a variety of vehicles, including fire trucks, police cars, a helicopter, police horses, a garbage truck, a forklift, a Dominion Energy truck, and more. The day ended with a parade from our CD students.
Congratulations, Knox!
Drayton Hall's own Knox Mundy placed in the top 10 at the district spelling bee and made it to the fourth round in the regional spelling bee. He has been a part of our school since CD!
This was a district-wide competition for 5th to 8th graders, which makes this accomplishment even more impressive. He correctly spelled abnegation, along with many other impressive words!
Multicultural Newsletter
DHES is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and respected. Don't miss our monthly DHES Multicultural Newsletter with music, storytelling, food, and crafts to enrich our school's cultural awareness.
March Multicultural Newsletter
April Multicultural Newsletter
News & Announcements
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Join us May 20-22nd for Field Day! Parents are welcome to attend!
![Graduation Walk May 21st]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776644752/ccsdschoolscom/tgf02qyoobuva8zu4jjw/Screenshot2026-04-19202120.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776644752/ccsdschoolscom/tgf02qyoobuva8zu4jjw/Screenshot2026-04-19202120.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776644752/ccsdschoolscom/tgf02qyoobuva8zu4jjw/Screenshot2026-04-19202120.png","width":573}])
Join us on April 21st for our annual DHES Graduation Walk! If you would like to participate, RSVP to tammi_spivey@charleston.k12.sc.us
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DHES families are invited to join us for a Movie Night on April 24th featuring The Lorax! Doors will open at 5:30 PM, and the movie will begin at 6:00 PM. Admission is free, and concession snacks will be available for purchase ($1–$2).
The movie will be shown on the playground field. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs for comfortable seating. Please note that an adult must accompany all children at all times. We look forward to seeing you for an enjoyable evening together!
![Class Picture Day April 20th]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774884733/ccsdschoolscom/o4e2svp5kjhrnis4nbvs/ClassPictureDay1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774884733/ccsdschoolscom/o4e2svp5kjhrnis4nbvs/ClassPictureDay1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774884733/ccsdschoolscom/o4e2svp5kjhrnis4nbvs/ClassPictureDay1.png","width":800}])
To order class picture:
1) Go to strawbridge.net
2) Click "Order Pictures & Yearbooks"
3) Enter code: FM468552
![Career Day April 3rd]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773854223/ccsdschoolscom/d5nfmukzdpryjgf47f5s/_CareerDay3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773854223/ccsdschoolscom/d5nfmukzdpryjgf47f5s/_CareerDay3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773854223/ccsdschoolscom/d5nfmukzdpryjgf47f5s/_CareerDay3.png","width":800}])
On April 3rd, everyone is invited to Dress for Success by dressing up as their future career. CD-2nd graders will explore different careers with the Career on Wheels program, while 3rd-5th graders will learn about various career paths through presentations from community speakers. We will conclude Career Day with a parade by our CD program showcasing their future careers!
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Fun Snack Friday will be back on March 20th! Please note that there is a $5 limit.
![Spring Picture Day March 10th]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772543098/ccsdschoolscom/rlpfe9robuprx1vatnsm/March10th.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772543098/ccsdschoolscom/rlpfe9robuprx1vatnsm/March10th.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772543098/ccsdschoolscom/rlpfe9robuprx1vatnsm/March10th.png","width":800}])
Spring Picture Day is March 10th! Please send your child dressed for pictures and ready to smile!
We can’t wait to see those bright spring smiles!
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Teaching at Drayton Hall Elementary has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my career. From day one, I felt supported by a dedicated team of educators and an administration that truly values collaboration, innovation, and student success. The culture here fosters not only academic excellence but also personal growth—for students and teachers alike. -Darlinda Cox-CD Teacher
I love coming to school to see my teachers and my friends. I love center time-Costa, Pre-K student