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The Weekly Wolverine

The Weekly Wolverine
The Weekly Wolverine

THE WEEKLY WOLVERINE THE WEEKLY WOLVERINE

Exciting Times Last Week! Exciting Times Last Week!

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Renaissance Annual Red Carpet Event

What an incredible day on Friday at Woodland High School as we welcomed our newest Wolverines! ❤️


Our Annual Red Carpet Event was the perfect way to welcome the Class of 2030, celebrating our freshmen and officially kicking off their journey as Wolverines. The excitement continued with activities, competitions, and plenty of school spirit as our classes battled it out! It was amazing to see so many students, staff, and families getting involved, having fun, and showing what it means to be part of the Wolverine family.


A huge THANK YOU to all of our school organizations and our incredible Wolverine Band for helping make this such a special and memorable event! 🎶👏


Welcome to the pack, freshmen! We’re so glad you’re here!


Go Wolverines. Stay Resilient.

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This Week Ahead This Week Ahead

Athletic Events

  • Monday
    • Tennis Girls AWAY against Colleton County: 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday
    • Volleyball JV/V - HOME - against Hampton: 5:00/6:30 PM
  • Thursday
    • Golf Girls - AWAY - against Stratford: 4:00 PM
    • Volleyball JV/V - AWAY - against Ashley Ridge: 5:00/6:30 PM
  • Friday
    • Football Varsity - Scrimmage - HOME - against Batesburg-Leesville 7:30 PM
  • Saturday
    • Cross Country - AWAY - against Pinewood Prep: 8:00 AM
    • Volleyball Middle School (MS) - AWAY - against River Oaks Middle and DuBose Middle (Jamboree Event): 8:15 AM (Location: Ashley Ridge)

Parent/Guardian Information Parent/Guardian Information

Parents - A Note on Personal Electronic Devices and Dress Code

Parents and Guardians,


We need your support in ensuring that students arrive each day dressed appropriately for school and are not using personal electronic devices during the instructional day. Inappropriate clothing, head coverings that are not for religious or medical purposes, and the use of phones or earbuds in class or hallways are violations of school and district policy. Please remind your student that these infractions do result in consequences.


While we are glad to see students feeling more comfortable around campus, we must remain consistent in upholding all state mandates and district expectations. Your partnership at home helps us maintain a safe, orderly, and focused learning environment for every Wolverine.

Sign-Out Time

Parents and Guardians,


Please be reminded that student sign‑outs must occur before 3:10 PM each school day. While we understand that appointments and emergencies do arise, any early dismissal must be completed prior to this time.


After 3:10 PM, our staff transitions into end‑of‑day procedures to ensure a safe and orderly dismissal for all students. Some team members also serve as bus drivers, and late sign‑outs disrupt both supervision and transportation operations. To maintain smooth systems and provide the best service possible, we cannot accommodate sign‑outs after 3:10 PM.


Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work together to keep our dismissal process safe, efficient, and consistent.

School Counseling School Counseling

School Counselors:

  • Mrs. Patricia Duggins: A-Gi
  • Mrs. Queen Bell-Lawton: GL-NE
  • Mrs. Tandy McAlhaney: Ni-Z
  • Ms. Raina Thompson: Career Specialist

Dual Enrollment Details

This is a reminder that your first Dual Enrollment classes begin next week:


Juniors - GSSM on D Hallway

  • Music Appreciation -Tuesday/Thursday
  • Psychology - Monday/Wednesday


Seniors - Woodland Middle School

  • English 102 - Tuesday/Thursday
  • American Government - Monday/Wednesday


If you have any questions about your schedule or expectations, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Bell-Lawton.

Media Release Update Media Release Update

Media Release Notification

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Parking Spot Painting (Seniors Only) Parking Spot Painting (Seniors Only)

Parking Spot Painting will take place on August 22nd from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; August 23rd will be a make-up painting day if needed - Mrs. Rolack will be present for that day.

Attendance Matters! Attendance Matters!

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❗The information below will appear in every newsletter throughout the school year to ensure that all families receive consistent, accurate reminders, and expectations. This helps us maintain clear communication and supports a smooth, successful year for every student. ❗

Policies, Procedures, and State Mandates Policies, Procedures, and State Mandates

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🪧PARENTS/GUARDIANS - PLEASE REVIEW WITH YOUR STUDENT(S)


Cell Phone/Electronics Policy

No personal student electronic devices are permitted until after the dismissal bell to include cell phones, iPads, air pods, headphones, smart watches, etc.

  • Students can wear smartwatches but may not use them as a form of communication during school hours.

Repeated violations may result in discipline action for “Refusal to Obey/Defiant” school rules.


Dress Code Policy

Please ensure that your scholar is not wearing any of the items listed below to avoid confiscation of the items and/or disciplinary action:


  • Shoes must be worn at all times. Bedroom slippers or flip flops are not allowed.
  • Clothing, jewelry, and accessories with pictures or words that are obscene or which encourage the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs may not be worn at school.
  • Gang attire, gang symbols, or images of weapons or sex may not be worn.
  • Hats, combs, caps, hair rollers, do-rags, bandanas, hoodies, bonnets, or other head coverings may not be worn in the buildings. Head coverings can be worn due to religious beliefs or medical reasons upon principal approval. If there is a medical reason for a student to wear one of the above listed, a letter from a physician will need to be provided to the principal. Head scarves are considered head coverings.
  • Blankets are not allowed and may not be worn as attire. Please use jackets/coats as needed. No gloves may be worn in the building.
  • See-through garments, bare midriffs, halter/tank tops, spaghetti straps, or pajamas/onesies my not be worn. All parts of the stomach and back must be fully covered without pulling or tugging. Shoulders must be covered at all times.
  • All pants must be worn at the appropriate waist level (male and female) with no undergarments visible (no saggy pants). Belts must be worn at an appropriate level and buckled and tucked in loops.
  • Shorts/skirts/dresses must be at a length of 4 inches above the knees. Rips or tears are allowed, but no skin may be showing higher than 4 inches above the knee.
  • No sunglasses may be worn in the building with the exception of prescription sunglasses.
  • Tights, leggings, & jeggings can be worn with an appropriate top that reaches finger-tip length with arms straight at the side.
  • NOTE: The school administration shall make final judgment on the appropriateness of dress and reserves the right to prohibit students from wearing any article of clothing or any accessory which may foreseeably result in the disruption of the learning environment.


Violation of Dress Code Procedures

If any attire is improper, the student will be required to go immediately to the office, Counselor, or designee. Parents will be notified to bring the student proper clothes. Students will be placed in In-School Suspension until a parent/guardian arrives with the proper attire. Staff members may request assistance from the Guidance Counselor or Social Worker if deemed appropriate. Repeated violations may result in discipline action for “Refusal to Obey/Defiant” school rules.


Tardy Policy

Students are given five (5) minutes to change classes. Students are required to be seated in their classroom by the sounding of the tardy bell. Students who enter the classroom after the tardy bell rings will be marked tardy.


  • Students who arrive to school late will receive a pass from the front office and will go directly to class.


Subject to Search

All students on a school campus are subject to search and seizure of personal property. This is to ensure the safety of the school environment. Please do not bring any items to school that violate and rules and policies that are in place to keep the school safe and drug and alcohol free.

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State Mandates and Grading Scale

State Mandates Update

The following items were addressed in the Meet the Principal Night regarding the updated state mandates for the school year:


  1. Grade Floors - Beginning this school year, the South Carolina Department of education has eliminated the grading floor. As a result, grades will more accurately reflect each student's demonstrated learning and academic performance, ensuring that grading practices align with state expectations and academic standards.
  2. Content/Credit Recovery - In order for a student to be eligible to participate in a district-approved content recovery program, a student must have completed all required assignments for the relevant area of the course in a manner consistent with district policies for timely submission of student work.

Attendance Information and School Hours Attendance Information and School Hours

📚 Attendance Matters


Every day counts!

Students who attend school consistently are more likely to:

  • Earn higher grades
  • Stay on track for graduation
  • Participate in extracurricular activities
  • Build strong relationships with teachers and peers


Parents should submit documentation for all absences within district guidelines.


🕗 School Hours

Building Opens: 8:30 AM

First Bell: 8:50 AM

Instruction Begins: 9:00 AM

Dismissal: 3:45 PM

Students should arrive on time and be in class before the tardy bell.


Attendance Expectations

To support academic success, Woodland High School maintains the following attendance guidelines:

  • Students may have up to 5 unexcused absences per semester.

  • For quarter‑long courses, students may have up to 3 unexcused absences.

  • Students are permitted 5 parent notes per semester.

    • 🎺Parent notes must be submitted within three days of the student’s return.

    • Notes submitted after the three‑day window cannot be accepted.

  • Students may submit timely, accurate, and legitimate medical notes at any point during the semester.


Please be aware that exceeding the permitted number of absences may result in a failure due to attendance (FA), regardless of the student’s academic performance. Consistent attendance is essential and students must be present to learn, grow, and succeed.

📢 Stay Connected

Visit our school website regularly for announcements and updates.

Follow Woodland High School on social media for upcoming events and celebrations.

Phone: 843-563-5956

Website: https://woodland.dorchester4.k12.sc.us/

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