Announcement:
Save the Date!
PTO fundraiser
DHES Valentine's Day Dance
Feb 13th from 6-8.
Grades 2-6
Please see the attached newsletter from Diamond Hill Elementary School.
eLearning Day - Friday, January 10th
Report Cards will be sent home today. Please sign and return.
Car Riders will be dismissed at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, December 20. Bus Riders will leave DHE by 11:30. Students return on January 6, 2025.
New Cell Phone Policy for South Carolina Schools
Attention Parents, Guardians, and Students:
The South Carolina Department of Education has implemented a new statewide Cell Phone Policy designed to create a more focused and productive learning environment for all students. Our school has adopted these guidelines to ensure alignment with the state’s initiative and to support academic success.
Highlights of the New Cell Phone Policy:
Classroom Use:
Students are not permitted to use cell phones during instructional time unless explicitly authorized by the teacher for educational purposes.
Cell phones must be turned off or placed on silent and stored securely away, such as in backpacks, lockers, or designated areas during class.
Medical Necessity:
Explicitly required by a student’s IEP, Medical Plan, or 504 Plan.
Volunteer Services
Students who are members of a volunteer firefighting or emergency organization may be authorized to carry a telecommunication device with written permission from the District / School designee.
This policy is aimed at fostering a distraction-free learning environment while teaching responsible technology usage. We kindly ask for your cooperation and support in reinforcing these guidelines with your child.
For more information or if you have questions, please reach out to your child’s school.
Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we work together to prioritize student learning and success.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you about the new statewide Cell Phone Policy for Schools in South Carolina, which has been implemented to create a more focused and effective learning environment for all students.
Beginning January 1, 2025, the South Carolina Department of Education requires that personal electronic devices, including cell phones, be regulated during school hours to minimize distractions and enhance student engagement. Our district has aligned its procedures with this policy to support academic success and ensure a safe learning environment.
For the purpose of the policy, the school day is defined as the beginning of the instructional day to the dismissal of the instructional day (from bell to bell).
Key Points of the New Cell Phone Policy:
1. Classroom Use:
o Students are not permitted to use cell phones during instructional time unless explicitly authorized by the teacher for educational purposes.
o Cell phones must be turned off or placed on silent and stored securely away such as in backpacks, lockers, or designated areas during class.
2. Medical Necessity:
o Explicitly required by a student’s IEP, Medical Plan, or 504 Plan.
3. Volunteer Services
o Students who are members of a volunteer firefighting or emergency organization may be authorized to carry a telecommunication device with written permission from the District / School designee.
We understand the important role that cell phones play in staying connected with your child. However, this policy aims to promote responsible use of technology while prioritizing academic and social growth.
Your partnership in reinforcing these guidelines is crucial to the success of this initiative. Please review the policy with your child and discuss the importance of maintaining a distraction-free learning environment. If you have any questions or concerns about the new policy, feel free to reach out to your child’s school. Thank you for your support as we work together to ensure a productive and focused school experience for all students.
Sincerely,
Dr. Lori Brownlee-Brewton,
Superintendent
Dixie High School will host the last JV football game of the season tonight against Ware Shoals at 5:30 pm. Concessions will have Chick-fil-A, snacks, and drinks. Come out and support your JV Hornets!
Students will return to DHES on Wednesday, October 9th. If you have concerns or questions, please contact the school.
Parent Conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 8th, from 8:00 to 2:00. Please stop by between these times to meet with your child's teacher. Report Cards will be printed and sent home on Wednesday, October 9th.
Please note the date change for picture day!
Report Card Pickup Information:
Your child's teacher(s) will be available on October 8th between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. You can stop by between these times for a conference and to pick up your child's report card.
Please note these important dates.
Reminder of Intersession Dates:
Good Afternoon! We hope to see our Diamond Hill families tonight at 6 PM for our Fall Into Reading event. It begins at 6 PM and ends at 7:30 PM. We will have a guest reader, a FREE pizza supper, bookmark making, FREE books, apple pie in a cup, and a visit from the Abbeville County Library. Bring a chair or blanket to enjoy this event on the front lawn of "The Hill."
Reminder: Please park on the bus loop side. The car loop side will be blocked off for activities.
Testing for 2nd Grade Students
Happy Labor Day Weekend!
