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📚 Growing Stronger in Literacy Leadership
We are proud to celebrate three outstanding Hardeeville Elementary School educators who recently had the opportunity to attend the Palmetto State Literacy Association (PSLA) event!
📚 Dr. Latila Slay, HES Literacy Coach
🍎 Ms. LaToya Latty, 1st Grade Teacher
✏️ Mrs. Doris Jones-Vargas, 5th Grade Teacher
The Palmetto State Literacy Association provides a forum for stakeholders committed to strengthening literacy across South Carolina. Its mission is to promote excellence in reading, writing, and communication instruction — encouraging literacy as a lifelong tool for learning.
We are grateful for educators who continue to grow professionally and bring valuable knowledge back to support our students and schools. 💙📖 #JCSDPride #LiteracyMatters
📚 Dr. Latila Slay, HES Literacy Coach
🍎 Ms. LaToya Latty, 1st Grade Teacher
✏️ Mrs. Doris Jones-Vargas, 5th Grade Teacher
The Palmetto State Literacy Association provides a forum for stakeholders committed to strengthening literacy across South Carolina. Its mission is to promote excellence in reading, writing, and communication instruction — encouraging literacy as a lifelong tool for learning.
We are grateful for educators who continue to grow professionally and bring valuable knowledge back to support our students and schools. 💙📖 #JCSDPride #LiteracyMatters

Community News: Keeping Our Families Safe 🛡️
Join your neighbors for a FREE session on Medication Safety at Home. This workshop is designed for individuals, families, and educators to learn more about opioid awareness, recognizing early warning signs, and how to protect our homes from unintentional misuse.
🗓️ Event Details:
When: February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: The New Life Center (651 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936)
Cost: FREE
💡 What You’ll Learn:
How opioids affect the body and why "legal" doesn't always mean safe.
How to identify early warning signs of dependence.
Ways to talk about medication and opioids without judgment.
Actionable steps to improve safety in your own home.
Knowledge is our best tool for prevention. Let’s work together to keep Jasper County informed and healthy!
🔗 For more info, visit: breakthesilencejasper.com
🗓️ Event Details:
When: February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: The New Life Center (651 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936)
Cost: FREE
💡 What You’ll Learn:
How opioids affect the body and why "legal" doesn't always mean safe.
How to identify early warning signs of dependence.
Ways to talk about medication and opioids without judgment.
Actionable steps to improve safety in your own home.
Knowledge is our best tool for prevention. Let’s work together to keep Jasper County informed and healthy!
🔗 For more info, visit: breakthesilencejasper.com

📣 Parenting Q&A Workshop
Parents, join us on February 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Ridgeland Elementary for an informative and engaging Parenting Q&A Workshop!
This session will cover:
✅ Helping your child succeed in school
✅ Staying involved in your child’s education
✅ Addressing common challenges and concerns parents face
All parents are welcome, and refreshments will be provided!
For more information, contact Lastella Brown, J-FACE Coordinator, at (843) 489-8892 Ext. 1801 or [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you there!
This session will cover:
✅ Helping your child succeed in school
✅ Staying involved in your child’s education
✅ Addressing common challenges and concerns parents face
All parents are welcome, and refreshments will be provided!
For more information, contact Lastella Brown, J-FACE Coordinator, at (843) 489-8892 Ext. 1801 or [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you there!

🧮🎉 You’re Invited to Family Math Olympics! 🎉🧮
The Office of Federal Programs invites all Jasper County School District students and their families to join us for an evening of fun, learning, and friendly competition at Family Math Olympics!
📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Hardeeville Junior Senior High School – Media Center
This exciting event is designed to:
✔️ Build family connections through learning
✔️ Boost student confidence in math
✔️ Teach easy math games you can play at home
✨ No math experience needed — just come ready to play and learn together!
🍎 Refreshments will be provided.
All students and their families are welcome!
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/24hpb6rr
We can’t wait to see you there! 💚📚
📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Hardeeville Junior Senior High School – Media Center
This exciting event is designed to:
✔️ Build family connections through learning
✔️ Boost student confidence in math
✔️ Teach easy math games you can play at home
✨ No math experience needed — just come ready to play and learn together!
🍎 Refreshments will be provided.
All students and their families are welcome!
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/24hpb6rr
We can’t wait to see you there! 💚📚

🎉 Leadership Update at Hardeeville Elementary School 🎉
Jasper County School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joseph A. Vitale as Interim Principal of Hardeeville Elementary School.
For the past five years, Dr. Vitale has served as an instructional leader at Hardeeville Elementary, where he has fostered a school climate rooted in support, high expectations, and opportunity for all students and staff. As he steps into this interim role, he will continue building on that strong foundation and providing steady leadership for the Hardeeville community.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Vitale on his appointment and in supporting his continued leadership at Hardeeville Elementary School. 💙💛
#TheCommitmentOfJasper #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #JCSD
For the past five years, Dr. Vitale has served as an instructional leader at Hardeeville Elementary, where he has fostered a school climate rooted in support, high expectations, and opportunity for all students and staff. As he steps into this interim role, he will continue building on that strong foundation and providing steady leadership for the Hardeeville community.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Vitale on his appointment and in supporting his continued leadership at Hardeeville Elementary School. 💙💛
#TheCommitmentOfJasper #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #JCSD

Jasper County School District Names Melissa Lane Interim Director of Special Education
Jasper County School District is proud to announce the appointment of Mrs. Melissa Lane as our Interim Director of Special Education.
With more than 30 years of experience in education and public service, Mrs. Lane has dedicated her career to supporting students with disabilities and championing inclusive practices for all learners. Her passion for equity, access, and student success continues to make a meaningful impact across our district.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Lane on her new role as we continue moving forward together as One Jasper! 💙✨
#OneJasper #JCSD #StudentSuccess
With more than 30 years of experience in education and public service, Mrs. Lane has dedicated her career to supporting students with disabilities and championing inclusive practices for all learners. Her passion for equity, access, and student success continues to make a meaningful impact across our district.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Lane on her new role as we continue moving forward together as One Jasper! 💙✨
#OneJasper #JCSD #StudentSuccess

🎉 Shoutout to These SUPER Parents! 🎉
We would like to sincerely recognize and thank these amazing parents for consistently showing up, engaging in parenting events, and partnering with our schools to support student learning.
Your involvement, advocacy, and dedication make a lasting difference in your children’s academic growth and overall success. We are so grateful for you! 💙📚
⭐ Hardeeville Campus: Brittany Walls
⭐ Ridgeland Campus: Catlynskye Hoff
Thank you for being champions for our students! 👏✨
Your involvement, advocacy, and dedication make a lasting difference in your children’s academic growth and overall success. We are so grateful for you! 💙📚
⭐ Hardeeville Campus: Brittany Walls
⭐ Ridgeland Campus: Catlynskye Hoff
Thank you for being champions for our students! 👏✨

