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Congratulations Bobcats!
DHES has received a score of "Excellence" on the South Carolina School Report Cards, which is the highest score available! Not to be confused with student report cards, these Report Cards provide information about each school, including academic performance, teacher qualifications, student safety, awards, parent involvement, and much more. Gooooooooooo Bobcats!
Welcome Bobcats
We’re so glad you’re here! At Drayton Hall Elementary School, we believe every child is unique, capable, and full of potential. Our dedicated teachers and staff work together with families to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environment where all students can grow—academically, socially, and emotionally.
Storybook Character Day
We finished our Red Ribbon Week with an amazing "Storybook Character Day" and loved seeing all our teachers and students dressed up in costumes!
Kyle K'Otic Pep Rally
DHES welcomed Kyle K'Otic for a pep rally and it energized everyone! He had students and teachers up on their feet, dancing, clapping and having fun!
Unity Day
Our Bobcats stood together for Unity Day! Our Unity Tree was proudly displayed in the cafeteria with encouraging notes on each of the leaves! A huge thank you to the Citadel Cadets for visiting and teaching our students about courage, heroism, and the power of unity.
Math Night
Thank you to all the families who joined us for our annual Math Night! It was "exponentially" awesome!
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.
September Multicultural Newsletter
October Multicultural Newsletter
November Multicultural Newsletter
News & Announcements
![Run, Run, Rudolph]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762884504/ccsdschoolscom/aavghg5qehsyhwobbv4j/MusicalRudolph.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762884504/ccsdschoolscom/aavghg5qehsyhwobbv4j/MusicalRudolph.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762884504/ccsdschoolscom/aavghg5qehsyhwobbv4j/MusicalRudolph.png","width":800}])
![Fun Snack Friday Is Back]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762541202/ccsdschoolscom/rowepojqle5lonqp6xot/FunSnackFriday.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762541202/ccsdschoolscom/rowepojqle5lonqp6xot/FunSnackFriday.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762541202/ccsdschoolscom/rowepojqle5lonqp6xot/FunSnackFriday.png","width":800}])
Fun Snack Friday is Back!
Get ready for Friday, November 21st — students can bring cash to purchase a snack from the PTA! This is a PTA fundraiser, and all proceeds go directly toward supporting our school.
Please send no more than $5 with your child so that every student has the opportunity to enjoy a treat, and we don’t run out of snacks.
Thank you for supporting our PTA and making Fun Snack Friday a success!
![PTA Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762452776/ccsdschoolscom/mjiqbr40ywrudopx4wsi/PTA.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762452776/ccsdschoolscom/mjiqbr40ywrudopx4wsi/PTA.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762452776/ccsdschoolscom/mjiqbr40ywrudopx4wsi/PTA.png","width":800}])
Please join us for our PTA meeting on Tuesday, November 11th at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held in the cafeteria. Everyone is welcome to attend! You can contact the PTA president with any quesitons at: draytonhallelementarypta@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Let’s come together in the spirit of Thanksgiving to celebrate our diversity and the many flavors that make our community wonderful! Families are invited to share a favorite traditional or cultural dish with our teachers and staff. If you’d like to contribute, please email: adriana_jarrard@charleston.k12.sc.us Dishes may be dropped off until 10am on November 19th.
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Monday 27th: Dream Big & Solve the Puzzle/ Pajama Day
Tuesday 28th: Piece By Piece, Learn From the Best/ Dress like a teacher
Wednesday 29th: Piece Together a Happy Life, Island Style/ Tropical Clothes
Thursday 30th: Healthy Choices Unite Us/ Wear red, white and blue
Friday 31st: Every Story is a Piece of the Puzzle/ Dress like a storybook character
![Trunk or Treat]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758215831/ccsdschoolscom/ec6n2znalxyn3i0lhf56/TrunkorTreat800.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758215831/ccsdschoolscom/ec6n2znalxyn3i0lhf56/TrunkorTreat800.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758215831/ccsdschoolscom/ec6n2znalxyn3i0lhf56/TrunkorTreat800.png","width":800}])
West Ashley High School is excited to host their Annual Trunk-or-Treat — a night dedicated to fun, school spirit, and bringing our community together! The event will take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the West Ashley High School parking lot. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to come out, enjoy the festivities, and connect with the community.
![2nd & 3rd Grade Musical]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759156674/ccsdschoolscom/pnkdik3pml2k2jvfboym/MusicalOz800x715website1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759156674/ccsdschoolscom/pnkdik3pml2k2jvfboym/MusicalOz800x715website1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759156674/ccsdschoolscom/pnkdik3pml2k2jvfboym/MusicalOz800x715website1.png","width":800}])
Join us for the Music of Oz music performance for all 2nd and 3rd-graders. The performance features music from the Wizard of Oz and its prequel, Wicked!
When: Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30 pm
Where: West Ashley High School Auditorium
![Join us for Math Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757610499/ccsdschoolscom/kf0r1sqynqpfbmoqaok1/MathNight800x715px3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757610499/ccsdschoolscom/kf0r1sqynqpfbmoqaok1/MathNight800x715px3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757610499/ccsdschoolscom/kf0r1sqynqpfbmoqaok1/MathNight800x715px3.png","width":800}])
Join us for Family Math Night on October 9th from 5:15 to 6:45 PM! Enjoy fun activities and games throughout the school that families can participate in together. Plus, you can grab dinner from a food truck on site!
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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