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November 19, 2024

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American Education Week is an annual event that celebrates the importance of education and recognizes the contributions of educators, school staff, and the entire education community. This week-long observance highlights the vital role of education in shaping the future and creating opportunities for students of all ages.

Important Dates and Reminders

November 25-29-Fall Break (Schools Closed)

December 19-Steel Knights Concert (7th/8th Grade) @ 6:00

December 20-End of Second Quarter/First Semester

December 23-31-Winter Break (Schools Closed)

IB Diversity and Inclusion Focus

https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/

Helpful Links:

Click here to access the Buist Academy Parent Resource Site.

Buist Academy Foundation (Parent-School Organization)

2024-2025 Academic Calendar -Please review this calendar as you make vacation/travel plans for the 24-25 school year.
Buist Academy Dress Code- Please make sure your student is following the uniform and dress code policy. If you need assistance with uniforms, don't hesitate to contact Ms. Chandler.
Bus Tracking/First View Code: GF8G

Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate our National Blue Ribbon designation. A special thanks to Superintendent Huggins for ensuring our school community received so much well-deserved recognition. We also appreciate the Buist Foundation for providing all students with National Blue Ribbon t-shirts and for their continued advocacy and support!

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Click the video to see all of the wonderful National Blue Ribbon celebrations.

Parent Sunshine Activities

Each month, a group of grade-level parents sponsor a fun activity to honor and celebrate our teachers and staff.

In September, the 3rd grade hosted a taco bar.

In October, the 7th grade sponsored a pumpkin decorating contest.

The winners were:

3rd place: Ms. Monroe (7th Grade) with "Beetlebuist"

2nd place: Ms. Blaney (Office Staff) with Pumpkin Cheeseburger

1st place: Ms. Stewart (5th Grade) with the Minion

They were all awarded cash prizes!

Thank you to everyone who participated!

Thanks to parents for supporting our school climate and community!

Charleston County School District’s ADAPT program continues to hold parenting workshops on “Tough Conversations” that focus on teen substance abuse and overall wellness.

This month’s topics are “Helping Kids and Teens with Anxiety: Practical Tips for Parents” and “The Link between Teen Anxiety and Substance Use,” and the workshop will take place via Zoom this Thursday, November 21, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.

Click here for Buist Sports Information.

This link is updated frequently with new information about Buist and other sports opportunities.