Knightly News
The Adventure Begins with the RITE Stuff!
Respect-Integrity-Thinkers-Empathy
July 29, 2024
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Buist Knights Have The R.I.T.E. STUFF
Buist Knights Have The R.I.T.E. STUFF
Respect - I am polite and kind to others, the world around me, and myself.
Integrity – I am honest in my words and actions.
Thinkers – I think about my actions and respect the diverse world around me.
Empathy- I understand the feelings of others.
Important Dates and Reminders
Important Dates and Reminders
Summer Office Hours: Monday-Thursday from 7:30-4:30. Offices are closed on Friday. Occasionally, the office will be closed throughout the summer. Please call in advance to ensure someone is available to assist you.
August 9- Fact and Fee/Meet the Teacher (Drop-In)
3rd-5th Grade 8:30 AM-10:30
6th-8th Grade-10:30-12:30
August 13-First Day of School for Students
August 20-MYP-Middle School (6th-8th)-Open House/Parent Orientation/5:45-6:45
August 21-PYP-Elementary School (3rd-5th)-Open House/Parent Orientation/5:45-6:45
Bus Tracking/First View Code: GF8G
Helpful Links:
School Supply List- Grade-level tabs are at the bottom of the document.
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 Principal White.
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back!
Mr. Conyers - Assistant Principal
Mr. Conyers - Assistant Principal
I am excited to be returning to Buist as the Assistant Principal for the 24-25 School Year! I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to support and lead a school community that poured into me immeasurably as a classroom teacher. As we navigate this school year together, cherish the adventures we will embark upon, be present and understanding, while knowing support is always here for our Buist families and community. Thank you and I look forward to working closely with all of our stakeholders in making this a wonderful school year!
Buist Academy Information
Buist Academy Information
CCSD does have an Official Charleston County School District Parent Facebook page. However, that page is not monitored by the school. Questions or concerns expressed on that page will be addressed through third-party contact. This will delay response times. If you have a question or concern, please feel free to email the appropriate person at the school level.
Please see my response to a recent post regarding communication:
Each school has a website manager who updates its site. This person is usually off during the summer and resumes the role in August. The staff directory will be updated after August 6. This is to ensure that all new hires and changes are included. Changes can occur anytime before or after school begins. Ms. Looney decided when to share the news of her retirement. It was shared in a thoughtful post that she wrote to the school community. A Knightly Newsletter is scheduled to go out this week to include the new assistant principal's information. Mr. Marvin Conyers's first official day was July 15. Please email Shawntay_White@charelston.k12.sc.us if you have specific questions.
Teacher listings are included in the Buist Family Handbook each year and provided to families before the first day of school. Please check the archives for past editions of the Knightly News.
Thank you,
Shawntay White
Back-To-School Information
Back-To-School Information
Fact and Fee/Meet the Teacher
Fact and Fee/Meet the Teacher
Friday, August 9, 2024
3rd-5th Grade- 8:30-10:30 (Drop-In)
6th-8th Grade-10:30-12:30 (Drop-In)
Please enter through the Anson St. doors located on the side of the building, near the Gaillard Center.
What?
Visit classes (Self-Guided Tours)
Meet Faculty and Staff
Receive Information and Schedules
Register for Kaleidoscope (Afterschool Care)
Buist Academy Foundation (Parent Organization)
Pay Instructional Fees
Student Fees
($80)
Pay fees online now or at Fact & Fee https://buistacademy.revtrak.net/
Make Checks Payable to Buist Academy
Update-Credit card payments will be available at Fact & Fee
Student fees cover a wide variety of instructional costs including but not limited to workbooks, agendas, books, online instructional programs, classroom supplies, copy paper, and select field trips. These fees help Buist Academy to go above and beyond to support the needs of our students. As funds are depleted, teachers may make donation requests later in the academic year.
Teacher Assignments
Teacher assignments will be communicated at fact-and-fee
At some point, schedules will be available through PowerSchool
Middle school schedules will be available for pick up at fact-and-fee
If you are not able to attend fact-and-fee, you may pick up your child's schedule on August 12, in the front office. This date is only to pick up schedules.
Please bring cash, credit cards, or checks to purchase uniform tops and other school spirit items for sale. Online sales will be available soon.
Transportation Information
Transportation Information
Bus Riders
FirstView registration for the 24-25 school year will be available starting July 29, 2024.
New Users- Download the FirstView App-Download the FirstView® Parent App Go to firstviewapp.com or find FirstView® in the App Store or Google Play. Follow the instructions to download the app to your smartphone.
Current Users-FirstView has been updated. You will need to add your students and routes that you were previously tracking.
Click here for additional bus transportation information.
Bus Tracking/First View Code: GF8G
Car Riders
Buist has a number dismissal system. Please make sure your child's number is visible through your driver's side windshield. Your student will receive a new number each year. Do not use your student's old number.
The car rider line will start to move faster after the first week or two of school. All students should be picked up by 3:20.
Are you looking for ways to become more actively involved within the school community?
Consider volunteering for 24-25 school events. This document does not include classroom volunteer opportunities. Teachers will reach out individually or as teams with additional volunteer needs.
Click here for volunteer opportunities.
We will contact you with additional details as the needs arise. Contact Jill Chandler if you have questions.
Jill_Chadler@charleston.k12.sc.us
Voluntariado enlace en español
Your support is greatly appreciated!
8th-Grade PSAT
8th-Grade PSAT
If your 8th-grade student plans to take the PSAT in the fall, please use this link to pay for the test.
This test will be used to identify SC Junior Scholars.
Testing is optional. A limited amount of test fee waivers are available to students who qualify. Contact Principal White if financial assistance is needed.
Click here to find out more about the SC Junior Scholars program.
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