Angel Oak Elementary

We had a fabulous first day of school at AOE today! So many smiles and so much fun!

Need to find your child’s bus stop information? Use the bus look up tool at this link: https://www.ccsdschools.com/transportation

We had some amazing community members supporting the opening of school this week! Thank you to the Calore Group for sponsoring all of our car tags! Thank you to Swifts Garage and Live Oak Church for the breakfast treats this week for our teachers/staff! It takes a village!

Another successful Meet and Greet for grades 2 & 3 today! We are so excited to start school tomorrow!

Well, maybe it is not quite that bad....but it will be long and will require a positive attitude and patience:) Here are a few reminders from our school safety team:

Angel Oak Parents/Families,

Angel Oak continues to grow every year as we welcome new students and families! As little ones exit and enter cars and new families learn how to navigate the carline, it is VERY important that everyone follows car line guidance and shows patience and proper adult behavior. Please expect delays in the morning and afternoon for the first couple of months of school as everyone gets used to the procedures. If you want to avoid the car line, we urge you to let your child ride the school bus. School bus routes and times are being looked at again to shorten times and provide a quality alternative to car line.

The most important message for the car line is: If everyone follows the procedures, the car line runs smoothly. If even one or two cars do not, it slows down everything and safety becomes an issue.

Reminders:
There is only one entrance to the car line (which is PAST the school coming from Main road onto Chisolm to the left). THE CAR RIDER LINE IS TWO LANES AT ALL TIMES until you circle around to the front of the school and merge. Please DO NOT try to drop your child off in front of the school on Chisolm Rd. or the bus loop. This is a safety issue and will not be allowed.

Merging is the biggest issue we have in the car rider line. Signs are posted at the end of the loop to tell you to merge. We will also have staff in the line (when they are available) to assist with this, however, we cannot guarantee this extra support every day. Merging is very simple in a car rider line. It should be back and forth (meaning one car from lane 1 go and then one car from lane 2 right after that and so on). You letting one car in will not cause your child to be late. Everyone is in line for the same reason and that’s to get your child safely to school. If you are a car in lane 2 merging over PLEASE DO NOT force your way into the line which may cause an accident. This whole process only works if we utilize BOTH lanes around the loop and people let others over one vehicle at a time. Do not beep your horns, yell or show disrespect to each other or staff members: remember, your children are watching and you are their most important role model. Smoking and loud music are also not allowed.

If you plan to park for any reason, you can stay in the left hand car line lane, and park once the lane wraps around to enter the grass lot areas. You cannot park in the bus loop as that is limited staff parking and you will block the buses. If you use the church lot across the street, you must walk your child across the street as there is no crosswalk or crossing guard. Please cross through the area with the cones and use the crosswalk once in the loop area. Do not park in ANY of the grassy areas in front of the school next to Chisolm Road or you will receive a ticket or be towed. This is a safety issue for cars coming down Chisolm Road and we must follow proper procedure.

Once you pull up to the cones for your child to exit the car in the morning, please make sure they are ready to leave the car immediately (seats unbuckled, bookbags closed, shoes on, water bottles in hand, etc.). Say a quick goodbye and we will help take care of the rest:) Trust us, we will get your child to where they need to be…we have people ready to do this with smiles each morning inside of the building:) Thank you, in advance, for helping them build independence:)

When you pull into the car line in the afternoon to pick up your child, please make sure your car tag is visible and displayed on your front mirror. Anyone without a car tag must park your car in an approved area, enter the building and show ID to pick up a child (no exceptions). Teachers/Staff are NOT allowed to fasten safety seats or harnesses. There are stops in front of the line that you can navigate to to do this as needed. Just ask a staff member to point you to them.

Due to our increasing number of students, limited staffing in the afternoon, and numerous safety concerns, we will not be offering a walk up option to pick up students at this time. The only walk ups that are approved are those that live within walking distance of the school and for students that have special needs services that require this type of pick up.

We know this is a lot of information. We appreciate your reading through all of it and being committed to following all procedures to make it successful. And, as always, if the car line causes you or your child stress, you are always encouraged to let your child ride the bus:)

It is going to be an awesome school year! Thanks for helping us to keep everyone safe.

Thank you,
Principal Condon and the AOE Safety Team

Our AOE team always does a fantastic job of bringing our school theme to life each year in our hallways! We are ready to celebrate “The Heart of the Island” during 23-24!

Our Meet and Greet event for grades K, 1, 4 and 5 was great today! We will see grades 2 and 3 in the morning:) ❤️ these Wise Owls!

Please join us in welcoming our new School Resource Officer for the 23-24 school year, Deputy Ross!

Hello, my name is Deputy Raven Ross. I have been in law enforcement since 2012. I love working with the community and meeting new people. I am a Charleston native, and I enjoy exploring the town. When I’m not working you can often find me outdoors riding my bike or paddleboarding on the beach. I look forward to joining the Angel Oak Elementary family and getting to know all of you:)

We look forward to seeing everyone for Meet and Greet!

We are excited to see everyone for Meet and Greet next week! Here are some details regarding the event:

Meet and Greet dates and times are finalized. Parking for Meet and Greet is available in the grass lots that can be entered through the car loop. Please see below for your child's date and times assigned by grade:

Monday, August 21:
All Kindergarten and 4th grade, 9-11:30 a.m.
All 1st grade and 5th grade, 1-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 22:
All 2nd and 3rd grade, 9-11:30 a.m.
*CD classes will each schedule their own times to meet with new students and parents.

Meet and Greet guidelines:
● This is a drop in event so you can come any time on your assigned date during the assigned time span. Please come at least 30 minutes before your time span ends to be able to complete tasks before the event ends.
● To avoid overcrowding, we suggest only two parents/family members accompany each student to “Meet and Greet” events. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to try to make sure the experience is a positive one as we continue to grow!
● If you have multiple children in different grades at our school, you will need to attend on separate days (if applicable). Only teachers in the grade levels listed will be available to meet with you on their assigned “Meet and Greet” days. Please respect their planning and preparation time as we prepare for the school year.
● You can bring school supplies with you to drop off in your child’s classroom.
● During this event, you will also be able to pay student fees, join PTA, find out about after school Kaleidoscope care, receive your car tags for student pickup and more. Remember, you can do a lot of these tasks in advance using our RevTrack online payment system. Bring cash or check if you plan to pay for items in person. Student fees are $40 and PTA is $5 to join.

SCHOOL SUPPORT:

In preparation for the 2023-2024 school year, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Attendance/Truancy Project Team is asking everyone to do their part, by "Showing up Together!"

As CCSD launches its 2023-2024 "Showing Up Together!" attendance campaign, families, community partners, and CCSD staff are encouraged to be present, be involved, and be motivated to increase engagement and school attendance by providing resources, support, and encouragement to our students.

https://www.ccsdschools.com/Page/1281

Hello Angel Oak Elementary families, students and community! We would like to welcome you to the 2023-24 school year! Please see the short video clips at the link below for an introduction to our awesome team. We can't wait to see our Wise Owls learn and grow this school year! Here is the link: https://flip.com/2279676a

If you need the Join Code: 2279676a

St. John's Constituent District 9 Board Vacancy

The vacant seat will be appointed by the Charleston County School District Board upon recommendation of the St. Johns Constituent District No. 9 Board.

If you are interested in applying, please send a letter and resume to: Rev. Gertie Smalls-Ford, Chairperson
Constituent District 9 Board of Trustees
75 Calhoun Street
Charleston, SC 29401 or
Email: [email protected]
Applications must be received by Monday, September 18, 2023

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We are excited to see everyone for Meet and Greet next week! Here are some details regarding the event:

Meet and Greet dates and times are finalized. Parking for Meet and Greet is available in the grass lots that can be entered through the car loop. Please see below for your child's date and times assigned by grade:

Monday, August 21:
All Kindergarten and 4th grade, 9-11:30 a.m.
All 1st grade and 5th grade, 1-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 22:
All 2nd and 3rd grade, 9-11:30 a.m.
*CD classes will each schedule their own times to meet with new students and parents.

Meet and Greet guidelines:
● This is a drop in event so you can come any time on your assigned date during the assigned time span. Please come at least 30 minutes before your time span ends to be able to complete tasks before the event ends.
● To avoid overcrowding, we suggest only two parents/family members accompany each student to “Meet and Greet” events. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to try to make sure the experience is a positive one as we continue to grow!
● If you have multiple children in different grades at our school, you will need to attend on separate days (if applicable). Only teachers in the grade levels listed will be available to meet with you on their assigned “Meet and Greet” days. Please respect their planning and preparation time as we prepare for the school year.
● You can bring school supplies with you to drop off in your child’s classroom.
● During this event, you will also be able to pay student fees, join PTA, find out about after school Kaleidoscope care, receive your car tags for student pickup and more. Remember, you can do a lot of these tasks in advance using our RevTrack online payment system. Bring cash or check if you plan to pay for items in person. Student fees are $40 and PTA is $5 to join.

ONE LAST REMINDER TO GET ALL NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS REGISTERED FOR SCHOOL. School starts on 8/23 and we want to be ready:) Thank you for helping us!

Angel Oak Elementary and Mt. Zion Elementary encourage all families to register as soon as possible for the upcoming school year. This includes registration for new and returning students.

As we continue to grow, knowing student numbers helps us to plan and prepare effectively. It’s going to be an awesome 23-24 school year!

Here is the registration link: https://www.ccsdschools.com/2022registration

Reminder: This weekend is SC Tax Free Weekend (8/4-8/6). A variety of purchases are exempt from the state's 6% Sales Tax and any applicable local taxes. Tax-free items range from clothing, accessories, and shoes to school supplies, backpacks, and computers.

Our AOE "Back to School" folder is where you will find resources like our dress code requirements, supply lists, the student/parent handbook, the code of conduct, FAQs, a virtual photo tour, tips for preparing your child & more! PLEASE REVIEW THE DRESS CODE INFORMATION AS THIS HAS CHANGED FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR. It is VERY important to review this information before school starts to answer many of the questions you may have.

Do you want to know where to find school supply lists and other "Back to School" information? Check out our "Back to School” resource folder at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18w4jKpKLdWd0xBUHAcrZvM4YcvtiWqH0?usp=sharing

We will continue to add more information as we get closer to school starting in August!

New spirit wear designs just launched.

Our D9 Kaleidoscope EPIC camp has been so much fun! These campers are active learners. They even get to swim at school:)

Make sure to check out our PTA Spiritwear store to order new Angel Oak Elementary clothing and gear for the upcoming school year! Below are just a few examples that you can customize. Here is the link: https://angeloakspiritwear.com/

Save the Dates! More information regarding Meet and Greet events will be shared soon!

Don’t forget to log your minutes and claim your summer reading prizes!

Summer Reading 2023 Go back in time and bask in the nostalgia of the 80s and 90s as the Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) hosts the 2023 Summer Reading Program: Reading is Radical. In partnership with the Charleston County School District (CCSD), the program promotes reading and offers incentives throughout the s...

Do you want to know where to find school supply lists and other "Back to School" information? Check out our "Back to School” resource folder at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18w4jKpKLdWd0xBUHAcrZvM4YcvtiWqH0?usp=sharing

We will continue to add more information as we get closer to school starting in August!

If you have a kindergartener joining us next year, please get registered for school as soon as possible. This helps us prepare for the upcoming school year and will ensure that you get all of the information needed to begin a successful school year in August:)

Hoot! Hoot! Registration is now open for Kindergarten and students new to the district for the 2023-24 school year. We encourage new parents/families to enroll your child as soon as possible so we can do our best to prepare for the upcoming school year.

***Please make sure you are zoned for Angel Oak Elementary before registering.

Please see the New Student Registration information at this link: https://www.ccsdschools.com/2023Registration

Do you have a kindergarten student who will be new to Angel Oak Elementary this year? Join us on 8/15 from 9-9:45 a.m. to meet new friends and our Kindergarten teachers. We will also enjoy popsicles and play on our kindergarten playground.

Please sign up at this link by 8/11 if you plan to attend: https://forms.gle/uLTw8MDSrsBhMaBP8

**This event is for kindergarten students only. Due to playground capacity, please refrain from bringing siblings.

Our new “Heart of the Island” t-shirts look awesome! Pre-orders are due by 7/14 through RevTrak. See more details below:

Colors: Carolina Blue and Sport Grey.

All shirts will be $15 and we will offer sizes youth XS-youth XL and adult S-3XL.

We will only be accepting RevTrak orders: https://angeloak.revtrak.net/
(You can also pay student fees, buy a yearbook, join PTA and more using RevTrak)

The pre-order will be open until July 14. We will open up another order once school has started.

We know school supplies are already hitting the shelves. Here is a direct link to our lists: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1z_A_L28kVmdVJqYjZCG4gW3DnMakMESc

Do you know a family who may need support with school supplies or clothing? Please see the opportunity below:

Revtrack is now open for the 2023-24 school year! Revtrack is our "one stop shop" to pay school fees, buy a t-shirt, order a yearbook, join PTA and more! Skip the lines at Meet and Greet in August! Here is the link: https://angeloak.revtrak.net/

We are excited to announce our 2023-24 school year theme! This upcoming school year we will be exploring "The Heart of the Island" learning all about Johns Island history, culture, the environment and more!

SEC Campers from Mt. Zion ES, Frierson ES and AOES share the fun they are having this summer, too!

Reading is Radical! CCSD students and staff have already racked up over 2 million minutes! Summer Reading continues through July 31. Log your minutes in Beanstack and pick up prizes at your local CCPL branch.

The first two weeks of Owlventure Camp have been a blast! From academics to grand adventures, we are busy fighting the summer slide!

The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. Eric N. Gallien has been named the district’s next Superintendent of Schools. The Board approved Dr. Gallien’s contract with a 6-3 vote. He will assume the duties of Superintendent on July 1, 2023.

Read more: https://www.ccsdschools.com/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=4&ModuleInstanceID=488&ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-3F8874B3E108&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=51333&PageID=1

CCSD Schools 2024-25 Academic Calendar Community Survey The calendar planning team would like to know a bit more about you and your thoughts regarding the 2024-25 calendar. The 2024-25 Academic Calendar planning committee will use your feedback to create multiple calendar options that will be presented to our Board of Trustees for their review. Please no...

Our final teacher/staff meeting celebrating our “Lights, Camera, Action” theme included a red carpet walk and a lot of joy while reflecting on the year! From student achievement to school climate, it has been a blockbuster 22-23! We have a staff of STARS!!!

Hoot! Hoot! Registration is now open for Kindergarten and students new to the district for the 2023-24 school year. We encourage new parents/families to enroll your child as soon as possible so we can do our best to prepare for the upcoming school year.

***Please make sure you are zoned for Angel Oak Elementary before registering.

Please see the New Student Registration information at this link: https://www.ccsdschools.com/2023Registration

Happy Summer to all of our Wise Owls! We love you, too! Thank you to the Teasley family for the sweet car line message!