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Bowen’s Corner Elementary Celebrates Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

HANAHAN, S.C.–A new school in Berkeley County welcomed students for the 2018-2019 school year over the weekend. Over Sunday, the Hahanan community celebrated the official opening of Bowen’s Corner Elementary School. It is one of two new elementary schools serving BCSD students and families. Foxbank Elementary in Moncks Corner is the second. Aimee Fulmer will serve as the principal for […]

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BCSD to Discuss Selection of Philip Simmons Elementary Principal April 11th

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County School District (BCSD) leaders will host a stakeholder meeting on Wednesday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. at Philip Simmons Elementary. The BCSD administrative team is seeking input from the school community regarding the selection of the principal for Philip Simmons Elementary. Former principal, Dr. Karen Whitley, is currently serving BCSD as the Chief Human Resource Officer. […]

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Bonneau Man Accused of Stealing $60K of Equipment from BCSD Arrested

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–A man accused of stealing $60,000 of equipment from the Berkeley County School District has been captured following a chase, according to Berkeley County deputies. Mark Eugene Weissmann, 27, of Bonneau has been charged in connection with the crime. Weissmann was currently released from jail in January of this year on bond for Burglary 2nd Degree and  Receiving […]

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BCSD to Expand “Clear Bag or No Bag” Entry Procedure to all Winter Varsity Sporting Events

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County School District (BCSD) leaders will expand implementation of the “Clear Bag or No Bag” entry procedure to all winter varsity sporting events to take effect at the beginning of the regular season. This proactive measure is part of an on-going safety initiative by the BCSD Safety and Security Office to continue to improve and advance district […]

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BCSD to Host Bowen’s Corner Elementary School Meeting to Discuss Selection of Principal

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County School District (BCSD) will host a Bowen’s Corner Elementary School Stakeholder Meeting on Thursday, October 26 at 6:00 p.m. at Goose Creek Primary School. The BCSD administrative team is seeking input from the school community regarding the selection of the principal for Bowen’s Corner Elementary School. Bowen’s Corner Elementary School will open in August 2018. […]

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School Bus Driver Accused Of Having Baby With Student Who Rode Bus

According to the Charleston Police Department, a former Berkeley County school bus driver is accused of having sex with a 14-year-old student who recently gave birth to his child. Kevin Michael Wesley, Jr., 30, is charged with second and third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor. A judge recently set bond at $400,000. Berkeley County School District officials have confirmed that Wesley is […]

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BCSD To Host Info Sessions On Alternative Teaching Certification Programs

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County School District will host an information session for individuals interested in becoming certified to teach through one of the state’s alternative certification programs on Tuesday, October 4, 2016, from 4:45 p.m. until 7 p.m. at MenRiv Education Park (0 Pulaski Street, Goose Creek). Individuals who attend will receive information about receiving certification through Teach for […]

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BCSD FY 2016-2017 Budget Received First Reading

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County School District (BCSD) FY 2016-2017 General Fund Operating Budget received first reading at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, June 14. The proposed budget funds the highest priority district needs identified by schools, district departments and the Board.  The budget is contingent on the Board’s approval of a four mill tax increase. “This year’s budget development […]

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BCSD Announces 1:1 District Wide Initiative To Begin In The Fall

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County School District (BCSD) has announced its new 1:1 initiative to begin in the fall of 2016. Phase 1 one of the initiative will complete with 23 of 43 schools receiving Chromebook devices for each student/teacher in 3rd-8th grade. Phase 2 will include the implementation of 1:1 in the remaining 3rd-8th grade schools. “BCSD’s strategic school […]

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BCSD FY 2016-2017 Budget Proposal Focuses on Compensation, Budget Restoration & Growth

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County School Board members and district officials held their second budget workshop to continue review of the proposed FY 2016-2017 General Fund Operating Budget, an estimated $258,823,413. BCSD has proposed a four mill increase to comply with state mandates, provide competitive teacher salaries, restore essential resources and plan for the growth of the district. “In an effort […]