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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
GySgt Anthony Cuevas Last Inspection
Today, December 3rd, 2025, Gunnery Sergeant Anthony Cuevas completed his last inspection as a Marine Corps JROTC Instructor due to his scheduled retirement on December 19th, 2025. Best known as "Gunny" or "Mr. Gunny" by many, Gunny Cuevas has dedicated 20 years of service to his country in the United States Marine Corps and then over 22 years to the community of Jasper County as a MCJROTC Instructor. He has had a profound impact on multiple generations and will truly be missed by all.
🎉 Congratulations to Our Bright Ideas Grant Winners! 🎉
Jasper County School District is proud to celebrate three outstanding educators who were selected as recipients of this year’s Bright Ideas Grants. These grants support innovative, creative classroom projects that go above and beyond traditional school resources — and our teachers certainly delivered!
✨ Hardeeville Elementary School
Self-Regulation Centers — Kimberly Gadson, $800
✨ Jasper County Career and Advanced Technology Education Center
Digital Literacy — John Bolsch, $900
✨ Ridgeland Elementary School
Publix in the Classroom: A Real-World Math Market Simulation — Karesha Taylor-Parnell, $1,000
We are incredibly proud of these educators for their dedication, creativity, and commitment to enriching the learning experience for students across Jasper County. Their innovative ideas will bring meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities into our classrooms.
Please join us in congratulating and celebrating these remarkable teachers! 🙌📚
✨ Hardeeville Elementary School
Self-Regulation Centers — Kimberly Gadson, $800
✨ Jasper County Career and Advanced Technology Education Center
Digital Literacy — John Bolsch, $900
✨ Ridgeland Elementary School
Publix in the Classroom: A Real-World Math Market Simulation — Karesha Taylor-Parnell, $1,000
We are incredibly proud of these educators for their dedication, creativity, and commitment to enriching the learning experience for students across Jasper County. Their innovative ideas will bring meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities into our classrooms.
Please join us in congratulating and celebrating these remarkable teachers! 🙌📚
Thank You to Our Amazing Parents!
Session #2 of our Immigrant/Hispanic Parent Professional Development series was a huge success! We had a full house at every session, and we are incredibly grateful to all the parents who joined us for our workshop on vocabulary acquisition and conversational skills.
Your participation, engagement, and enthusiasm made this session truly special. Parents practiced English communication skills, learned strategies to support their children, and strengthened their ability to advocate for their students’ success.
We appreciate you and the commitment you show to your children every day! ❤️📚
👉 Join Us for the Final Session!
Topic: Reading Comprehension
📍 Ridgeland: January 27 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Hardeeville: January 28 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
We look forward to learning and growing together again!
Your participation, engagement, and enthusiasm made this session truly special. Parents practiced English communication skills, learned strategies to support their children, and strengthened their ability to advocate for their students’ success.
We appreciate you and the commitment you show to your children every day! ❤️📚
👉 Join Us for the Final Session!
Topic: Reading Comprehension
📍 Ridgeland: January 27 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Hardeeville: January 28 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
We look forward to learning and growing together again!
A Heartfelt Thanksgiving Blessing for Our JCSD Families
LowCountry Community Church in Bluffton, SC partnered with Jasper County School District to support our wonderful families this holiday season—and their generosity was remarkable. The church donated 285 Thanksgiving boxes, each filled to the brim with everything needed for a delicious holiday meal.
We are deeply grateful to LowCountry Community Church for going above and beyond for our students and families. Their kindness reflects the true spirit of the season.
A special thank you to the church members who assisted with deliveries and to our Hardeeville students who helped secure and prepare the food packages. Boxes were delivered to our Ridgeland campus, Hardeeville campus, and JCAP to ensure families across the district were supported.
LowCountry Community Church
801 Buckwalter Pkwy
Bluffton, SC 29910
Thank you for making a meaningful impact on our community!
We are deeply grateful to LowCountry Community Church for going above and beyond for our students and families. Their kindness reflects the true spirit of the season.
A special thank you to the church members who assisted with deliveries and to our Hardeeville students who helped secure and prepare the food packages. Boxes were delivered to our Ridgeland campus, Hardeeville campus, and JCAP to ensure families across the district were supported.
LowCountry Community Church
801 Buckwalter Pkwy
Bluffton, SC 29910
Thank you for making a meaningful impact on our community!