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The “Finish Strong” spirit didn’t stop at Convocation! 😎✨
As we kicked off the second half of the school year, there was excitement in the air across our district as we collectively committed to finishing strong as One Jasper. We carried the theme into the first day back with students after our emcee challenged staff to wear sunglasses, and when students asked why, the answer was simple, their futures are too bright.
Our commitment to Finish S.T.R.O.N.G. means we will Support one another, Teach with purpose, put Relationships first, take Ownership, Never give up, and maintain a Growth mindset.
Teachers, scholars, and volunteers across our schools showed that commitment by posing with our “Finish Strong” posters, sharing a message that was clear from classrooms to hallways, we believe in our students, and together, we will finish strong.
Check out a few moments captured around the district! 📸📚
Our commitment to Finish S.T.R.O.N.G. means we will Support one another, Teach with purpose, put Relationships first, take Ownership, Never give up, and maintain a Growth mindset.
Teachers, scholars, and volunteers across our schools showed that commitment by posing with our “Finish Strong” posters, sharing a message that was clear from classrooms to hallways, we believe in our students, and together, we will finish strong.
Check out a few moments captured around the district! 📸📚
Finish Strong: District Convocation Kicks Off the Second Half of the Year
Our district came together for Convocation to kick off the second half of the school year with energy and purpose. The theme, “Finish Strong,” set the tone for a rousing and inspirational event that reminded us why the work we do matters.
Congratulations to our Food Service Department and Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence, co-winners of the 2025–2026 Spirit Stick! Competition was fierce, but these two teams truly shined when it mattered most.
A special thank you to the South Carolina Department of Education for their support and encouraging words.
Thank you to our emcee, Keith L. Brown; our keynote speaker, Patrick Erwin; and our additional speaker, Dr. Dwayne Gatson, for their inspiring messages. Special thanks as well to our event DJ, Jeffrey Walden, one of our very own teachers at RSAE, for keeping the energy high throughout the program.
Let’s keep the momentum going and finish strong! 💪📚🎉
Congratulations to our Food Service Department and Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence, co-winners of the 2025–2026 Spirit Stick! Competition was fierce, but these two teams truly shined when it mattered most.
A special thank you to the South Carolina Department of Education for their support and encouraging words.
Thank you to our emcee, Keith L. Brown; our keynote speaker, Patrick Erwin; and our additional speaker, Dr. Dwayne Gatson, for their inspiring messages. Special thanks as well to our event DJ, Jeffrey Walden, one of our very own teachers at RSAE, for keeping the energy high throughout the program.
Let’s keep the momentum going and finish strong! 💪📚🎉
🌟 Beyond The Bell: There’s Still Time to Sign Up! 🌟
Give your child the extra support they deserve! There’s still time to enroll in JCSD’s Beyond The Bell after-school and Saturday programs.
📘 After-School begins January 27, 2026
📅 Saturday School begins February 7, 2026
👉 Sign up today: https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
Support • Snacks • Transportation • Success
📘 After-School begins January 27, 2026
📅 Saturday School begins February 7, 2026
👉 Sign up today: https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
Support • Snacks • Transportation • Success
🚨 UPDATED DATES for JCSD’s Beyond The Bell Initiative! 🚨
Jasper County School District is excited to launch Beyond The Bell, an expanded academic support program providing after-school and Saturday tutoring opportunities to help students succeed — now with new start dates.
📘 After-School Program – NOW BEGINS JANUARY 27, 2026
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Elementary 2:35–4:50 PM | Secondary 3:35–5:05 PM
Snacks, transportation, small-group intervention, homework help, PBIS motivation, and personalized learning platforms included.
📅 Saturday School Tutoring – NOW BEGINS FEBRUARY 7, 2026
All grade levels | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Snacks, transportation, targeted academic support.
📝 Registration is open!
Click the link, scan the flyer QR code or visit your school to sign up.
https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
📘 After-School Program – NOW BEGINS JANUARY 27, 2026
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Elementary 2:35–4:50 PM | Secondary 3:35–5:05 PM
Snacks, transportation, small-group intervention, homework help, PBIS motivation, and personalized learning platforms included.
📅 Saturday School Tutoring – NOW BEGINS FEBRUARY 7, 2026
All grade levels | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Snacks, transportation, targeted academic support.
📝 Registration is open!
Click the link, scan the flyer QR code or visit your school to sign up.
https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
Student Spotlight: Meet Denardo Henry
This week's Dual Enrollment spotlight is Denardo Henry. He attends Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence and is a senior. Denardo is an active participant on RSAE's Football team, Student Athlete Scholars, National Honor Society, and Track/Field squad. Denardo is committed to his education and will be receiving a University Transfer certificate, Liberal Arts certificate, an Associates in Art and an Associates of Science in May 2025 from TCL.
Denardo Henry has received the following scholarships: Founders Scholarship (30k), Jairy C Hunter (17k), Presidential Scholarship (17k), CofC merit (20k). He has also received college acceptance letters from Newberry, Charleston Southern, Benedict College, Presbyterian, USC Aiken, Mercer University, Coastal Carolina, University of South Carolina, North Carolina Central, College of Charleston, and Erskine College.
Denardo explains that Dual Enrollment gave him a semi-realistic look at what college life and courses are going to look like. He said the courses were rigorous and occupied most of his time, forcing him to schedule each day and what assignment he was going to tackle that day. Denardo advises future dual enrollment students "to be diligent and don’t get sloppy taking dual enrollment courses." He goes on to say, “It sounds hard and will feel horrible, but it will be worth it.” Denardo plans to attend college to study sports medicine and mass communication. Additionally, he aims to play professional or semiprofessional sports.
Denardo also maintains a job and participate in community service while being a full-time college student and athlete. His community service hours include participating in the Ridgeland Fall Festival (2024), volunteering at Piggly Wiggly (2025), Church Sermon (2025), JCSD Fall Festival (2025), Ridgeland Halloween Festival (2025), trash clean up around RSAE (2024). JCSD is so proud of Denardo and all of his accomplishments. We wish you continued success in your pursuit of higher education and future endeavors.
Denardo Henry has received the following scholarships: Founders Scholarship (30k), Jairy C Hunter (17k), Presidential Scholarship (17k), CofC merit (20k). He has also received college acceptance letters from Newberry, Charleston Southern, Benedict College, Presbyterian, USC Aiken, Mercer University, Coastal Carolina, University of South Carolina, North Carolina Central, College of Charleston, and Erskine College.
Denardo explains that Dual Enrollment gave him a semi-realistic look at what college life and courses are going to look like. He said the courses were rigorous and occupied most of his time, forcing him to schedule each day and what assignment he was going to tackle that day. Denardo advises future dual enrollment students "to be diligent and don’t get sloppy taking dual enrollment courses." He goes on to say, “It sounds hard and will feel horrible, but it will be worth it.” Denardo plans to attend college to study sports medicine and mass communication. Additionally, he aims to play professional or semiprofessional sports.
Denardo also maintains a job and participate in community service while being a full-time college student and athlete. His community service hours include participating in the Ridgeland Fall Festival (2024), volunteering at Piggly Wiggly (2025), Church Sermon (2025), JCSD Fall Festival (2025), Ridgeland Halloween Festival (2025), trash clean up around RSAE (2024). JCSD is so proud of Denardo and all of his accomplishments. We wish you continued success in your pursuit of higher education and future endeavors.
JCSD Students Attend USC Womens Basketball Game
Jasper County Students recently had the opportunity to attend a University of South Carolina women’s basketball game in Columbia. The experience exposed students to a collegiate environment while highlighting the importance of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance both on and off the court.
Students were able to witness firsthand the dedication and skill of the USC women’s basketball team, gaining inspiration from athletes who model leadership, hard work, and academic excellence. The trip also served as a motivational experience, encouraging students to envision future goals and explore postsecondary opportunities.
Jasper County Schools continues to provide meaningful experiences that connect learning beyond the classroom and promote positive engagement for students.
Students were able to witness firsthand the dedication and skill of the USC women’s basketball team, gaining inspiration from athletes who model leadership, hard work, and academic excellence. The trip also served as a motivational experience, encouraging students to envision future goals and explore postsecondary opportunities.
Jasper County Schools continues to provide meaningful experiences that connect learning beyond the classroom and promote positive engagement for students.
🌍✨ Holiday Celebrations Around the World ✨🌍
Thank you to our parents, families, staff, and community partners for making Holiday Celebrations Around the World a meaningful and memorable experience for our students! Your support and willingness to share cultural traditions truly helped strengthen connections across our school community.
A special thank you to the Hardeeville Library for their partnership and support in bringing this event to life. Together, we continue to build stronger connections and celebrate what makes us unique.
💙 Together, we thrive as #OneJasper!
A special thank you to the Hardeeville Library for their partnership and support in bringing this event to life. Together, we continue to build stronger connections and celebrate what makes us unique.
💙 Together, we thrive as #OneJasper!
🚀 JCSD is launching Beyond The Bell!
We’re excited to offer a powerful new After-School Program and Saturday School Tutoring Academy designed to give students targeted academic support in small groups.
Beginning January 29, 2026, students will receive:
📘 Academic intervention
✏️ Homework support
🌟 PBIS motivation
💻 Personalized learning
🍎 Snacks & 🚌 transportation
Saturday School begins February 29, 2026, and is open to ALL grade levels!
📅 Registration is open now through January 9, 2026.
👉 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
Let’s help every child shine Beyond The Bell! 🌟
Beginning January 29, 2026, students will receive:
📘 Academic intervention
✏️ Homework support
🌟 PBIS motivation
💻 Personalized learning
🍎 Snacks & 🚌 transportation
Saturday School begins February 29, 2026, and is open to ALL grade levels!
📅 Registration is open now through January 9, 2026.
👉 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/sX7ezGTZSW
Let’s help every child shine Beyond The Bell! 🌟
🎉 Join Us for a Festive “Around the World” Parent Engagement Event! 🌎🎄
Jasper County School District’s Office of Federal Programs invites all families to a joyful celebration of global holiday traditions! Enjoy an afternoon filled with cultural activities, music, hands-on fun, prize giveaways, delicious food, and more.
📅 Tuesday, December 16, 2025
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Hardeeville Library Community Room
30 Main Street, Hardeeville, SC 29907
Let’s come together to build stronger connections and celebrate this special season as #OneJasper. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎁✨
RSVP Today!
https://tinyurl.com/2pfkv9my
📅 Tuesday, December 16, 2025
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Hardeeville Library Community Room
30 Main Street, Hardeeville, SC 29907
Let’s come together to build stronger connections and celebrate this special season as #OneJasper. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎁✨
RSVP Today!
https://tinyurl.com/2pfkv9my