📚 The first day of school for SDPC students is Tuesday, August 4! We can't wait to welcome everyone back for an amazing year of learning.
Please note: Students in our 4K and 5K programs have a staggered start to help ensure a successful transition to school.
🍎 4K Families: Your child's school will contact you to schedule:
• An assessment appointment on August 4 or 5
• A half-day orientation on August 6 or 7
• Full-day classes begin Monday, August 10
🍎 5K Families: Your child's school will contact you to schedule:
• An assessment appointment on August 4, 5, or 6
• Full-day classes begin Friday, August 7
We look forward to seeing our students soon! 💙
Give your child a great start with the SDPC Academy for Early Learners — a FREE 4K program designed to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and prepare students for kindergarten and beyond.
Through hands-on learning in immersive environments, students explore, create, problem-solve, and grow while developing important early literacy, social, and emotional skills.
🚌 FREE transportation is available to all Pre-K students!
Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child an engaging learning experience that sets the stage for future success!
🔗 Register for 4K today: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/four-year-old-kindergarten
📩 Questions? Contact the Academy for Early Learners at aelreg@pickens.k12.sc.us or 864-397-1000.
The school will be closed June 15th–July 3rd.
SC Ready Testing — 3rd Grade
SC Ready testing for 3rd grade begins next week. Students will take the reading test on Tuesday (4/28) and Wednesday (4/29), followed by the writing test on Friday (5/1).
Please review the testing reminders and policies posted earlier on our website. Ensure your student gets a good night's sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives at school on time.
Good luck, students! 📚
SC Ready testing begins April 28th for 3rd–5th grade students. To ensure test security and student focus, please review these important policies:
Technology
No technology is permitted during test sessions or at school during the testing window, including:
Cell phones
Bluetooth-enabled earbuds or headphones
Smart watches
Smart glasses
Lunch During Testing
Students who are still testing during lunch will have a supervised, silent lunch to maintain test security. Lunch visitors are not permitted during this time.
Supporting Your Student
Ensure a good night's sleep before test days
Arrive at school on time
Encourage a positive, effort-focused mindset
Thank you for your partnership in supporting student success during state testing.
Reminder: Tomorrow is Spring Picture Day! Please make sure your child is dressed in their chosen outfit and ready to smile for the camera. We're looking forward to capturing some great moments!
Welcome back students! Our doors open at 7:20 tomorrow morning. We can't wait to see you all and hear about your spring break!
Thank you for your partnership! 📚
Thank you for your support—please contact the school office if you have questions.
Happy New Year Crosswell families!! 2025 brought us great success with CWE becoming a Leader In Me Lighthouse School. We're excited for what 2026 holds for us as our students and staff grow and lead.
Join Us for Our Christmas Programs!
You’re invited to celebrate with us on Friday, Dec 12 at Easley High School!
2nd & 3rd Grade Performance: 5:30 PM
4th & 5th Grade Performance: 7:00 PM
Bring your holiday spirit, cameras, and cheering voices — see you there!
Join us for Cub Tales — a fun, engaging read‑aloud and early learning activities for children ages 0–4! 📚🧸
This month: Nov 18, 10:30–11:00 AM. Every child goes home with their own copy of the book! 🎁✨
Bring your little one for the fun!
Pre-K through 2nd grade students and their families are invited to enjoy tasty muffins and fun math activities together.
🗓 Date: Friday, October 24th
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
We can’t wait to see you there!
