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Looking for a fun and meaningful summer opportunity for your child? ☀️

The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office D.A.R.E. Summer Camp is returning June 23 – July 10, 2026 at Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence!

Students will participate in engaging activities focused on:
✅ Making safe and smart choices
✅ Bullying prevention
✅ Internet & social media safety
✅ Leadership and team-building
✅ Peer pressure awareness
✅ Respect for self and others

📍 Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence
🕗 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
💲 Camp dues are $35 per person per week

Give your child a summer filled with learning, leadership, and positive growth!

For registration information, contact Sgt. Stephan Ashby at 843-305-0098.

Jasper County School District supports the D.A.R.E. Program and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office. As a school district, we are not soliciting funds or encouraging solicitations.

#JasperCounty #DARE #SummerCamp #PositiveChoices #YouthLeadership

The Jasper County School District will hold public hearings and readings of the proposed General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. Members of the public are invited to attend these hearings to review the proposed budget and provide comments.

Budget Information:
• FY 2025–2026 Operating Budget: $53,621,884
• FY 2026–2027 Proposed Operating Budget: $53,504,936

Millage Rates:
• FY 2025–2026 Operating Mills: 164
• FY 2026–2027 Requested Mills: 164

Public Hearing & Budget Readings Schedule:

May 12, 2026 (First Reading)
Palmetto Electric Cooperative
Hardeeville, SC at Palmetto Electric in Hardeeville
1 Cooperative Way, Hardeeville, SC 29927
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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May 14, 2026 (Second Reading)
Palmetto Electric Cooperative
Ridgeland, SC at Palmetto Electric in Ridgeland
4063 Grays Hwy, Rid

Jasper County Schools is making summer meals easy for families by delivering FREE multi-day meal boxes directly to students’ homes this summer! 🍎🥪🥛

Each meal pack includes breakfast and lunch items kids love — helping keep children nourished all summer long without families having to travel for pickup.

📅 Meal Delivery Dates:
June 2 – July 9

📲 Families can sign up by scanning the QR code on the flyer OR using this link:
tinyurl.com/46rmbtw6

For questions, contact:
Latronda Jenkins
Child Nutrition Administrator
📞 843-368-7294

#JasperCountySchools #SummerMeals #MealDelivery #FreeMeals #ServingOurCommunity

Jasper County School District is excited to host its very first Student Chef Camp with Chef Tasha this summer! Students will have the opportunity to explore their passion for cooking, learn hands-on culinary skills, and even enjoy a special restaurant experience at the end of camp.

📍 Camp Dates:
🔹 Middle & High School Students: June 8–12, 2026
🔹 Elementary Students (Grades 3–5): June 15–18, 2026

⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

📌 Camp Locations:
• Hardeeville Campus – 10 spots available
• Ridgeland Campus – 10 spots available

Spots are limited, so sign up today using the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/2ayandkj

#JasperCountySchools #StudentChefCamp #FutureChefs #JCSDExcellence

Students in grades 5–8 are invited to an exciting week of hands-on learning, creativity, and fun during our Aviation STEM Camp, happening June 8–12 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.!

Camp activities include:
🔹 Rocket Building
🔹 Rocket Launching
🔹 Drone Flights
🔹 And much more!

Only 20 spots are available:
📍 Hardeeville Campus – 10 spots
📍 Ridgeland Campus – 10 spots

Don’t miss this opportunity for students to explore aviation, STEM, and innovation in an engaging environment!

📝 Sign up today: https://tinyurl.com/2ayandkj

📞 For more information, please contact your building-level principal.

#JCSD #STEMEducation #AviationCamp #FutureInnovators #RocketScience #DroneTechnology

The Jasper County School District will hold public hearings and readings of the proposed General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. Members of the public are invited to attend these hearings to review the proposed budget and provide comments.

Jasper County School District celebrates a historic milestone for our Dual Enrollment scholars!

42 outstanding students will walk across the college stage at Technical College of the Lowcountry before receiving their high school diplomas—an incredible achievement that reflects dedication, discipline, and excellence.

While balancing academics, athletics, jobs, and family responsibilities, these scholars have gone above and beyond:

77% have earned multiple credentials
Achievements include CTE certifications, academic certificates, and associate degrees

Our students are leaving JCSD college-ready, already ahead in their academic journeys—saving both time and money as they pursue higher education.

👏 Congratulations to these exceptional scholars for reaching this major milestone.
We are proud of your hard work, your resilience, and your contributions to JCSD.

Your future is bright—keep striving, and continue to Finish Strong!

May 13, 2026
6 PM

250 Jaguar Trail
Ridgeland, SC 29936

The wait is over! After thoughtful review and collaboration, the Art Contest Committee has completed its work and selected the artwork that will adorn the cover of our first‑ever District Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Calendar.

It is with great pride that we announce our district winner: Jaquan Perry, a Junior at Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence. Jaquan’s artwork stood out among many wonderful submissions and embodied the spirit of family engagement, school pride, and community connection. We are incredibly proud of Jaquan—not only for his artistic talent, but also for his dedication, focus, and commitment to academic success.

Please join us in congratulating Jaquan on this outstanding achievement!