2020 - 2021
Title I Annual Parent Meeting
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Parent/Student Procedure Guide

At South Elementary School, we believe all students need respect, structure, and consistency in order to be successful. We believe it is impossible to teach a child until we inspire the child. We believe every student needs to feel like a valued, important human being every day. We believe it truly takes the district, schools, parents, community and students working together and forming partnerships for students to be successful. We look forward to working with all of you to provide the same for our students at South Elementary School.
As the instructional leader of our fine elementary school, I enthusiastically embrace the task of continuing to ensure that students are prepared with the necessary tools to be productive citizens.
I look forward to working with you and serving your child. Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time. Thank you for your support in advance to ensure a successful, safe school year.
We hope you enjoy learning about our school. We are one of four elementary schools in Dillon School District Four. South Elementary was built in 1954 with an addition in 1992. South Elementary serves students in preschool through third grade.
Jan Powers-Penuel, Principal
Title IX Coordinator
900 Patriot Street
Dillon, SC 29536
powerspenuelj@dillon.k12.sc.us
(843) 774-1210
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SOUTH ELEMENTARY STAFF

March 1 - 5...........................Read Across America
March 2......................................Progress Reports
March 15 - April 2...................Spring MAP Testing
March 18..............Parent Conferences 3PM - 6PM
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Congratulations
Teacher of the Year
Philip Herring
Congratulations to South Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, Mr.
Philip Herring, PEC Teacher. Mr. Herring is in his sixth year of
education and has worked in Dillon School District Four for six years.
Philip is an Honor Graduate of Dillon High School’s Class of 2009. He
earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Erskine College in 2013, majoring in
Sports Management and minoring in Business. He then completed Project
Create, an alternate licensure program in special education, to earn his
teaching certification. In 2017, Mr. Herring graduated from Francis
Marion University with a Master’s Degree in Special Education with an
emphasis in learning disabilities. Philip works hard to build trusting
relationships with his students, as he believes this is where all
learning begins.


Paraprofessional of the Year
Melissa Inman
Congratulations to South Elementary School’s Paraprofessional of the
Year, Mrs. Melissa “Suzi” Inman. Mrs. Inman has worked as an assistant
in Dillon School District Four for 15 years. Previously, she worked in
Augusta, Georgia, as an assistant, for 3 years. Throughout this
journey, she has assisted in Physical Education, Programs for
Exceptional Children, Computer Lab, Small Group Intervention, and
Kindergarten. She is presently earning her Bachelor’s Degree in
Elementary Education through Grand Canyon University. Together, Suzi
and her husband, Tommy, have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. Suzi
aspires to continue to make a difference in all children’s lives by
loving, caring for, and showing kindness to them.

Kyan German
Krispy Kreme Fundraiser Winner


Wild Kitten PRIDE Pledge
P Putdowns are prohibited.
R Respect and trust toward one another.
I Insist upon your personal best.
D Discuss and listen actively.
E Expect and give truth and honesty.
SOUTH MEDIA CENTER


Weekly Newsletters
School Newsletter - English
School Newsletter - Spanish
1st Grade Newsletter-Watson
1st Grade Newsletter-Lawson
2nd Grade Newsletter
3rd Grade Newsletter
HEALTH & SAFETY REMINDERS
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- Practice social distancing (for example, avoiding crowded gatherings and staying at least six feet from others).
- Wear a cloth mask in public.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- Cover your cough and sneezes with a tissue or use the inside of your elbow.
- Stay home if you’re sick and avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.