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📅 2026–2027 School Year Calendar is Here! 📅
We’re excited to share that the Instructional Calendar for the 2026–2027 school year has been officially approved! 🏫✨
This calendar will help you plan ahead for the upcoming school year, including the first and last days of school, holidays, teacher workdays, and other important dates.
📌 The calendar is attached below. It can also be found under the "Parent/Student" or "Employee" Tab.
We can’t wait for another great year of learning, growing, and achieving together! 💙📚
This calendar will help you plan ahead for the upcoming school year, including the first and last days of school, holidays, teacher workdays, and other important dates.
📌 The calendar is attached below. It can also be found under the "Parent/Student" or "Employee" Tab.
We can’t wait for another great year of learning, growing, and achieving together! 💙📚
🎉 New Discount Programs for Seniors & Students! 🎉
We’re proud to introduce two new ways to make our district-sponsored sporting events more affordable and accessible! 🏈🏀⚾
👵 Senior Citizen Discount Passes
Starting this season, August 22, 2025, community members 65+ can attend any district-sponsored sporting event for just $2 (excluding region/invitational tournaments & playoffs).
📋 Apply at your school to receive your personalized pass!
🎓 Student ID Discount Tickets
Beginning August 22, 2025, show your school-issued ID at the gate and pay only $2 for admission to any district-sponsored sporting event.
These initiatives honor our senior citizens, boost school spirit, and keep our stands full of community pride. 💙
📅 Applications for Senior Passes open next week—just in time for the first home game!
👵 Senior Citizen Discount Passes
Starting this season, August 22, 2025, community members 65+ can attend any district-sponsored sporting event for just $2 (excluding region/invitational tournaments & playoffs).
📋 Apply at your school to receive your personalized pass!
🎓 Student ID Discount Tickets
Beginning August 22, 2025, show your school-issued ID at the gate and pay only $2 for admission to any district-sponsored sporting event.
These initiatives honor our senior citizens, boost school spirit, and keep our stands full of community pride. 💙
📅 Applications for Senior Passes open next week—just in time for the first home game!
🏈 Game Day Reminder – CCSD Safety Policies 🎒
As games begin, please remember:
✅ Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags are allowed inside the stadium. Small clutches (no larger than 5" x 7") are permitted.
🚫 Prohibited Items: No backpacks, large purses, coolers, or outside food/drinks.
👮 Safety First: All guests are subject to security screening. Please arrive early to allow time for entry.
Thank you for helping us keep CCSD events safe and enjoyable for everyone!
✅ Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags are allowed inside the stadium. Small clutches (no larger than 5" x 7") are permitted.
🚫 Prohibited Items: No backpacks, large purses, coolers, or outside food/drinks.
👮 Safety First: All guests are subject to security screening. Please arrive early to allow time for entry.
Thank you for helping us keep CCSD events safe and enjoyable for everyone!
With Heavy Hearts: Message from CCSD
Dear CCSD Family:
We are deeply saddened by the heartbreaking loss of a Pageland Central High School student last evening. Our hearts go out to the student’s family, friends, and the entire school community as we grieve together during this incredibly difficult time.
Beginning Monday, July 21, Central High School will have additional counselors available to provide support to any student, staff member, or family who may need someone to talk with; those hours will be from 8:30 am to 12 Noon. We will continue to stand beside one another in the days ahead, offering strength, support, and compassion.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Dr. Chris Ballenger
Superintendent
Chesterfield County School District
We are deeply saddened by the heartbreaking loss of a Pageland Central High School student last evening. Our hearts go out to the student’s family, friends, and the entire school community as we grieve together during this incredibly difficult time.
Beginning Monday, July 21, Central High School will have additional counselors available to provide support to any student, staff member, or family who may need someone to talk with; those hours will be from 8:30 am to 12 Noon. We will continue to stand beside one another in the days ahead, offering strength, support, and compassion.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Dr. Chris Ballenger
Superintendent
Chesterfield County School District
Human Resources Hosts Meeting for Bookkeepers and Secretaries
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the Human Resources Department hosted an informational meeting for Bookkeepers and Secretaries.
During the session, the HR team provided important updates and guidance on policies and procedures related to the hiring process, employee benefits, retirement, workers’ compensation, teacher certification, and the onboarding of substitute teachers.
This inaugural collaborative event marked a significant step toward empowering support staff and enhancing service to all employees across Chesterfield County School District.
During the session, the HR team provided important updates and guidance on policies and procedures related to the hiring process, employee benefits, retirement, workers’ compensation, teacher certification, and the onboarding of substitute teachers.
This inaugural collaborative event marked a significant step toward empowering support staff and enhancing service to all employees across Chesterfield County School District.
CCSD Agriculture Teachers Recognized
🌾 Congratulations to Chesterfield County Agriculture Educators! 🌾
On July 16, 2025, Chesterfield County Agriculture Teachers were honored at the South Carolina Association of Agricultural Education Awards Banquet for their outstanding contributions to agricultural education.
👏 Ben Teal was named Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the South Carolina Association of Agricultural Educators — a well-deserved recognition for his dedication to students and the future of agriculture!
🏆 In addition, the Chesterfield County Farmer & Agribusiness Association, our Adult Agricultural Education Program, was named the Region 3 Outstanding Postsecondary Program. This exceptional program is advised by a dedicated team of educators:
Rose Jordan
Jesse McGee
Jessica McManus
Steve Sanderson
Ben Teal
Rand Thomas
We are proud of the impact our teachers and programs continue to make in the field of agricultural education, both in and beyond the classroom!
On July 16, 2025, Chesterfield County Agriculture Teachers were honored at the South Carolina Association of Agricultural Education Awards Banquet for their outstanding contributions to agricultural education.
👏 Ben Teal was named Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the South Carolina Association of Agricultural Educators — a well-deserved recognition for his dedication to students and the future of agriculture!
🏆 In addition, the Chesterfield County Farmer & Agribusiness Association, our Adult Agricultural Education Program, was named the Region 3 Outstanding Postsecondary Program. This exceptional program is advised by a dedicated team of educators:
Rose Jordan
Jesse McGee
Jessica McManus
Steve Sanderson
Ben Teal
Rand Thomas
We are proud of the impact our teachers and programs continue to make in the field of agricultural education, both in and beyond the classroom!
📣 CCSD Student Dress Code Update
Chesterfield County School District has updated the Student Dress Code Guidelines for the upcoming 2025–2026 school year.
We encourage all students and families to review the new guidelines to ensure a smooth start to the school year. These updates are designed to promote a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment across all campuses.
📘 The 2025–2026 Student Handbook, including the full dress code policy, is now available online:
🔗 Student Handbook: https://4.files.edl.io/.../184400-9ed251f5-7946-485a-adfe...
Thank you for partnering with us to support a positive and productive school climate!
We encourage all students and families to review the new guidelines to ensure a smooth start to the school year. These updates are designed to promote a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment across all campuses.
📘 The 2025–2026 Student Handbook, including the full dress code policy, is now available online:
🔗 Student Handbook: https://4.files.edl.io/.../184400-9ed251f5-7946-485a-adfe...
Thank you for partnering with us to support a positive and productive school climate!
Chesterfield High Shines at National SkillsUSA Conference
Chesterfield High School was proudly represented at the National SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference held in Atlanta, Georgia, from June 23–27. Law Enforcement Instructor Richard Carnes accompanied students Carson McCollum, Michaela Lisenby, and Allison Lloyd, while Mechatronics Instructor Jeff Spencer accompanied students Alea Brown and Savannah Gunter.
These students earned the right to compete at the national level by winning their respective state championships. Alea and Savannah achieved an outstanding 3rd place finish in the nation in Mechatronics, while Carson, Michaela, and Allison placed 23rd nationally in the Criminal Justice team competition.
These remarkable students have shown exceptional dedication, spending countless hours preparing for the competition. Their performance was nothing short of exemplary, and they represented Chesterfield High and the state of South Carolina with pride and professionalism.
Congratulations to these talented students and their instructors—your hard work and accomplishments are truly inspiring. Way to go!
These students earned the right to compete at the national level by winning their respective state championships. Alea and Savannah achieved an outstanding 3rd place finish in the nation in Mechatronics, while Carson, Michaela, and Allison placed 23rd nationally in the Criminal Justice team competition.
These remarkable students have shown exceptional dedication, spending countless hours preparing for the competition. Their performance was nothing short of exemplary, and they represented Chesterfield High and the state of South Carolina with pride and professionalism.
Congratulations to these talented students and their instructors—your hard work and accomplishments are truly inspiring. Way to go!
Upcoming Events
Board Meeting
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Palmetto Learning Center, 116 Edwards Rd, Chesterfield, SC 29709, USA
Board Meeting
Time: 5:30 PM – 6 PM
Location: Palmetto Learning Center, 116 Edwards Rd, Chesterfield, SC 29709, USA
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