
Join us at Dacusville Elementary on August 28 for our Title I Meeting, pizza, Open House, and One School, One Book celebration! 🎉🍕📚



We know that you have all been anxiously awaiting the release of our School Supply Lists for this upcoming school year! You don't have to wait any longer. Go to https://des.pickens.k12.sc.us/o/des/page/school-supplies now and click the button to see the lists for 2025-26.


Mark your calendars, SDPC! There will be no school for students on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend!


Our Book Fair is coming in just two short weeks!! We can't wait to see you September 8-12. You may begin shopping at our online fair here.


🍎 Meet Our Cafeteria Crew! 🍽️ From early mornings to busy lunch lines, this amazing team serves up more than just meals — they dish out smiles, kindness, and care to every Dolphin who walks through their line. 💙
Mrs. Smitherman
Mrs. Aiken
Mrs. Couch
Mrs. Fandrich
Ms. Martinez
Mrs. Roddy
Mrs. King
They keep our students fueled and ready to learn, making breakfast and lunch some of the best parts of the day! Thank you for all you do to nourish our school, inside and out. 🐬✨


🎓 Meet Your Fifth Grade Leaders! 🎓
Fifth grade is the grand finale of elementary school — a year filled with leadership, big goals, and unforgettable memories before making the leap to middle school. 🌟
Mr. Dove
Mrs. Brennan
Mrs. Parris
Mr. Furr
This outstanding team is ready to inspire, challenge, and cheer on our oldest Dolphins as they make their final splash at Dacusville Elementary! 🐬💙


🌍 Meet Your Fourth Grade Explorers! 🌍
Fourth grade is a year of big adventures — from exploring new worlds in books to discovering fascinating facts about the world around us. 🌟
Mrs. Stone
Mrs. Bosch
Mrs. Griffith
Mrs. Kilby
This amazing team brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a passion for learning that will help our Dolphins make a splash in their studies all year long! 🐬💙


✨ Learning happens best when we do it together! Mr. Chapman jumped right into the fun during classroom activities today. 💙🐬


🌟 Last night we had the honor of celebrating two of our amazing team members — our Support Employee of the Year, Mrs. Waters, and our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Owens! 🎉 We are so grateful for their dedication, hard work, and the many ways they make DES such a wonderful place to learn and grow. 💙






📖 Meet Your Third Grade Trailblazers! 📖
Third grade is where our Dolphins dive deeper into learning, tackle exciting challenges, and grow into confident, independent thinkers. 🌟
Mrs. Lyons
Mrs. Senn
Mrs. Owen’s
Ms. Younce
With creativity, dedication, and a whole lot of heart, this team is ready to guide our students through a year full of discovery and success. 🐬💙


✏️ Meet Your Second Grade Superstars! ✏️
Second grade is all about building confidence, exploring new ideas, and discovering just how much we can achieve when we work together. 🌟
Mrs. Eberhart
Ms. Abbatiello
Mrs. Wall
Mrs. Griffith
Mrs. Traynum
This incredible team brings energy, patience, and a love for learning that makes every day an adventure. Our Dolphins are in for another fintastic year! 🐬💙


💙 A huge thank you to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church for their generous donations to Dacusville Elementary! Your kindness and support help us continue to provide the best for our students. We are grateful for your partnership in making a difference in our school community! 🌟📚


📚 Meet Your First Grade All-Stars! 📚
First grade is a year of big growth — from curious questions to “I can read it myself!” moments — and our amazing teachers are here to cheer on every step. 🌟
Ms. Greene
Mrs. Phipps
Ms. Cummings
These three bring creativity, kindness, and a whole lot of Dolphin pride to the classroom. With them leading the way, first grade is going to be a splash-tacular year! 🐬💙


📢 Local Businesses – We Need You! 📢
Sponsor our Dacusville Fun Run t-shirts and get your name/logo seen by 750+ students, staff & families all year long! 🏃♂️💙🐬
Sponsorships start at $250. Deadline to secure your spot: Aug. 31!
📩 Nina Eller – dacusvilledso@gmail.com | 📞 864-395-5696
#DacusvilleElementary #FunRun #CommunityPartners #SupportOurSchool
Sponsor our Dacusville Fun Run t-shirts and get your name/logo seen by 750+ students, staff & families all year long! 🏃♂️💙🐬
Sponsorships start at $250. Deadline to secure your spot: Aug. 31!
📩 Nina Eller – dacusvilledso@gmail.com | 📞 864-395-5696
#DacusvilleElementary #FunRun #CommunityPartners #SupportOurSchool


🐬 Meet Your Kindergarten Dream Team! 🐬
Kindergarten is where big dreams start small, and our amazing teachers and assistants make sure every little learner feels loved, supported, and ready to shine! 🌟
Ms. Freeman & her assistant Mrs. Howard
Mrs. Winchester & her assistant Mrs. Grissop
Mrs. Edwards & her assistant Mrs. Hardin
Mrs. Thompson & her assistant Mrs. Bridges
This incredible group is patient, creative, and full of energy — they’re ready to guide our tiny Dolphins through their first big splash into learning! 💙


Starting the day with smiles and sunshine ☀️ The best days begin at school — right on time! 💙 Let’s keep showing up for the fun! #HereToLearn #DolphinPride #DolphinDays #HereAndHappy











🌟 Meet Your Preschool & 4K Team! 🌟 From left to right:
👩🏫 Mrs. Lord – Lead teacher of one of our 4K classes, creating a warm and engaging space where little learners grow every day. 🎨 Ms. Cole – Lead teacher of our other 4K class, inspiring creativity and curiosity through hands-on learning and fun activities. 🎉 Mrs. Tori – Brings fun and joy to the preschool classroom, nurturing young minds with kindness and a big smile.
🎉 Mrs. Gosnell – kindly supports our preschool and 4K classrooms, making sure every day runs smoothly and smiles abound.
Together, this amazing team lays the foundation for our youngest Dolphins to explore, learn, and thrive! 🐬💛


🎨🎶 Meet Your Related Arts Teachers! 🎶🎨
Back left:
🏃♂️ Coach Moody & 🏃♀️ Coach Joye — These two bring the party to PE every day! From fun games to exciting activities, they keep our students moving, laughing, and loving fitness.
📚 Mrs. Pittman — Our tech whiz in the library! She’s the go-to for troubleshooting technology and supporting both students and staff to make learning smoother.
📖 Mrs. Anderson — Our Librarian and Media Specialist who sparks a love for reading and also helps solve tech puzzles so nothing slows down the fun! Front left:
🎵 Mrs. May Berry, Music Teacher — She fills our school with melodies and joy, helping students discover the magic of music and the rhythm in their hearts.
🎨 Mrs. Flowers, Art Teacher — With a splash of color and creativity, she inspires students to express themselves and bring their imaginations to life.
🌎 Mrs. Albarracín, Spanish Teacher — She opens the door to a new language and culture, making learning Spanish a fun and exciting adventure for every student!
