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**Weather Update – Friday, January 23, 2026**

Jasper County School District is monitoring an upcoming weather system forecasted to impact our area, with the potential for ice accumulation. Current forecasts indicate our region is on the periphery of the projected freeze line.

**School will operate on a regular schedule today, Friday, January 23, 2026**.

We will continue to monitor conditions closely in coordination with Emergency Management and the National Weather Service. An update regarding the status of school for **Monday, January 26, 2026**, will be communicated later this weekend as forecast details become more certain.

Thank you for your attention, and please continue to watch for updates.

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**Actualización del clima – viernes 23 de enero de 2026**

El Distrito Escolar del Condado de Jasper está monitoreando un sistema meteorológico próximo que se pronostica afectará nuestra área, con la posibilidad de acumulación de hielo. Los pronósticos actuales indican que nuestra región se encuentra en la periferia de la línea de congelación prevista.

Las escuelas operarán en su **horario regular hoy, viernes 23 de enero de 2026**.

Continuaremos monitoreando las condiciones de cerca, en coordinación con Manejo de Emergencias y el Servicio Meteorológico Nacional. Se comunicará una actualización sobre el estado de las escuelas para el **lunes 26 de enero de 2026** más adelante este fin de semana, a medida que los detalles del pronóstico se vuelvan más claros.

Gracias por su atención y, por favor, continúe pendiente de las actualizaciones.

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Help your child become a more confident reader! 📚✨

Join us for our Immigrant/Hispanic Parent Professional Development Session #3, presented by Title III. This session focuses on Reading Fluency—a skill crucial for reading comprehension. You will learn fun, simple strategies and activities to support your child’s development at home.

We are offering two opportunities to attend:

📍 Session 1: Ridgeland
When: Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

Where: Ridgeland Parenting Room

Address: 250 Jaguar Trail #103, Ridgeland, SC 29936

Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

📍 Session 2: Hardeeville
When: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

Where: Hardeeville Parenting Room

Address: 150 Hurricane Alley, Hardeeville, SC 29927

Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Note: Both sessions start promptly on time. We look forward to seeing you there and working together for our students' success! 🐾

#JasperCountySchools #ParentEngagement #ReadingFluency #StudentSuccess #JCSD #TitleIII

Two seniors from Hardeeville Junior & Senior High School proudly represented their school and Jasper County School District by participating in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Garden of Light Program on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Skyler Badger served as the occasion presenter, while Ayana Gant delivered the main address. Both students performed with excellence, confidence, and distinction, reflecting the values of leadership and service embodied by Dr. King.

Jasper County School District commends these students for representing their school community with pride.

Submitted by Ms. Kari Foster, Teacher, Hardeeville Junior & Senior High School.

The Jasper County School District Office of Federal Programs invites families to join us for “Families Building Futures,” a collaborative and engaging learning experience where curiosity meets creativity!

📅 Event Dates & Locations
🗓 Wednesday, January 21, 2026
📍 Ridgeland Elementary School – Parent Center
⏰ 4:30–7:30 PM

🗓 Wednesday, January 28, 2026
📍 Hardeeville Junior & Senior High School – Media Center
⏰ 4:30–7:30 PM

✨ Families can enjoy:
• Parent Resource Tables
• Family Craft Corner
• Prize Drawings
• Food & Drinks

This event is part of our continued commitment to building strong family-school connections and finishing the year strong—together we thrive as #OneJasper!

🔗 Register today: https://tinyurl.com/e2r4pd4j

We look forward to learning, creating, and building futures with our JCSD families 💙

Jasper County School District invites parents, families, educators, and community members to our upcoming Stakeholder Strategic Planning Workshops on January 26 and 27, 2026, with a special focus on Learning and Our Student Scholars.

This Celebration of Learning will highlight and recognize student academic achievement, growth, improved attendance, college and career readiness, certifications, and more.

📍 Workshop Dates & Locations:
🗓 Monday, January 26, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📌 St. Stephens AME Church
710 Main St., Hardeeville, SC

🗓 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📌 Ridgeland Baptist Church
1448 Grays HWY, Ridgeland, SC

As we enter the second half of the school year, we remain committed to Finish S.T.R.O.N.G. 🏎️💨🏁 by Supporting one another, Teaching with purpose, putting Relationships first, taking Ownership, Never giving up, and maintaining a Growth mindset.

📝 RSVP to attend:
👉 https://forms.office.com/r/WRWsTktXbt

📸 Please see the attached flyer and donation letter for additional details.

Together, we will celebrate our scholars and finish strong as One Jasper 🏁🏎️💨💙💛

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

Congratulations to Noelle Wilson, a fourth-grade student at Ridgeland Elementary School, who is now a published author! 🎉

Noelle wrote an essay that has been published in the book The Magic Map, through the Young Writers Club. We are so proud of her creativity, hard work, and love for writing! 🌟✍🏾

Way to go, Noelle—keep reaching for the stars! ⭐📖

Jasper County Parks & Recreation is offering Co-ed NFL Flag Football for youth ages 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12. This is a great opportunity for young athletes to learn the game, build teamwork skills, and have fun in a supportive environment.

✔️ Scholarships are available
✔️ Registration takes place in Hardeeville
✔️ Open to multiple age groups

📍 Register at:
1458 Red Dam Road
Hardeeville, SC 29927

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

For questions, contact Jhabias Johnson at 843-226-5215 or [email protected]