Haut Gap Middle School

Check out this great opportunity for our students who want to be involved in their community or the government!

With Valentine's Day approaching, we have to give this special shout out:
Haut Gap teachers💗LOVE💗to read!

Happy School Counselors Appreciation Week‼️ We are SO lucky to have Ms. Washington and Ms. Lotts. Here is what they have to say about their mission at Haut Gap:

"We want to support and encourage students to become the best versions of themselves—both academically and emotionally. By fostering good decision-making and positive social-emotional growth, we aim to guide students toward becoming kind, responsible, and contributing members of society."

Thank you for all you do; we hope you know how much you are appreciated each and every day 🌟

We can’t wait to see you tonight at 6:00 in the Haut Gap Cafeteria!

Didn’t sign up, that’s okay! All are welcome!

Congratulations to Chloe Blackshear for making it to the final round of last night's County Spelling Bee‼️🐝
She moves on to the tri-county bee in March. Amazing!

Upcoming football camp in March! 🏈
Scan the QR code to register

6-8 grade families, mark your calendar‼️🏈
Join Coach Brown as he discusses opportunities to join an Islander "B" Team at St. Johns High School

Interested in learning more about the new programs coming to St. John's High School? Join us in the Haut Gap MS cafeteria on February 4th at 6:00 PM to hear from Mr. Joyner about all of the great things occurring and the new programs! Sign up at bit.ly/feb4signup if you are able to attend.
Angel Oak Elementary
Mt. Zion Elementary
Edith L. Frierson Montessori School
Haut Gap Middle School PTO

Doors will open at 9:05 tomorrow and Homeroom starts at 9:20! We cannot wait to see everyone!

UPDATE ON SCHOOL OPERATIONS FOR MONDAY:
Please know that we regret the lack of timeliness in regards to this notification. We have been assessing conditions throughout the weekend and all day today hoping to be able to resume normal operations for Monday. However, we had to make a last-minute decision to operate on a 2-hour delay for students tomorrow. We know that this creates challenges, and we apologize. Please see the below message.

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Charleston County School District schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for students on Monday, January 27, 2025. All administrators, teachers, and staff members are expected to report at their regularly scheduled time to ensure preparations for a safe start to the school day; employee concerns about reporting times should be directed to supervisors.

Safety remains our top priority, and we urge everyone to exercise caution while traveling. While our Facilities Management team has been working throughout the weekend to clear snow and ice from our campuses, today’s mid and late afternoon reassessments have suggested that some icy spots still remain–prompting this two-hour delay, primarily to allow for increased daylight and visibility for students.

Please drive slowly and carefully, and be mindful of icy spots in parking lots and on walkways when arriving at school or work. Students walking to school or to bus stops should exercise extreme caution and be on the lookout for lingering snow and ice.
To reduce the risk of slips and falls, please wear appropriate footwear with sturdy soles and good traction. High heels, sandals, or shoes with smooth soles should be avoided, as they may increase the risk of slipping on icy surfaces. We also recommend dressing warmly to stay comfortable in the cold.

Again, safety is our top priority. We thank you for taking these
precautions to ensure a safe, smooth start to the day.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow!

The Johns Island Public Library will be closed tomorrow, Monday the 27th. Please plan accordingly if your student typically goes there after school.

Due to ongoing icy conditions that may restrict access to the buildings, some CCPL locations are still operating on a modified schedule on Monday, Jan. 27. The Baxter-Patrick James Island, Johns Island, and Edisto libraries will be CLOSED. The Main and John L. Dart libraries will open at 12 p.m. All other CCPL locations will be fully open and operating on their normal schedule.

Due to icy road conditions and freezing temperatures expected overnight, we will continue eLearning and remote work on Friday, January 24, 2025. This includes the cancellation of all after-school and evening activities.

Students will participate in eLearning on Friday, and their teachers or schools will provide the necessary guidance and resources for a successful day. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact the IT Help Desk at (843) 308-8181 for assistance.

It’s important to note that the state allows up to five eLearning days per school year, and this will exhaust those allowable days. Any additional days off due to weather or emergencies would need to be made up on the designated makeup days in the academic calendar.

We recognize that this situation may create challenges for our families, and we sincerely regret any inconvenience; however, please note that the safety of students and staff is of utmost importance. We continue to closely monitor conditions and will provide updates regarding any changes to weekend events as soon as possible.

Again, thank you for your patience and please stay safe!

Tuesday-Students will dismiss at 12:30.

Wednesday- eLearning Day. Students received assignments on Friday and should have them located in their binders. Be on the lookout for an email from your students AP for an electronic version of the packet!

According to the latest forecast from the US National Weather Service Charleston SC, snow and freezing rain are anticipated to begin on Tuesday between 4 PM and 7 PM, with the most significant impacts expected Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Temperatures are predicted to be in the 30s, with lows dropping into the lower 20s.

To prioritize safety while minimizing disruptions, schools will operate on a two-hour early dismissal schedule on Tuesday, January 21. Additionally, Kaleidoscope, extracurricular activities, and all after-school programs scheduled for Tuesday are canceled.

Looking ahead to Wednesday, January 22, the district will shift to eLearning and remote work. All school and district buildings will be closed for the day. Your child’s teacher or school will provide specific instructions to ensure a smooth transition to eLearning, including access to necessary materials and resources.

High school password resets, previously scheduled for Wednesday, will be delayed until further notice. If you or your child need assistance with eLearning tools or platforms, please contact the IT Help Desk at (843) 308-8181 for support.

We will continue to monitor weather conditions later in the week and will communicate any needed operational changes as soon as possible.

We are THRILLED to announce Mrs. Lindsay Beard as our 2024/2025 HGMS Teacher of the Year 👑🍎🌟

Interested in playing softball? Check out the information below to attend the meeting St. John's High School.