Knightly News
The Adventure Begins with the RITE Stuff!
Respect-Integrity-Thinkers-Empathy
August 12, 2024
The Adventure Begins with the RITE Stuff!
August 12, 2024
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.
Office Hours-Monday-Friday from 7:30-3:45
First Day Reminder- Parents are not able to escort students to classes due to safety and security protocols. We will have numerous school and district staff present to assist with the arrival.
3rd-4th will report to the cafeteria
5th-8th will report to the gym
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
All past and summer editions of the Knightly News are located in the archives section. Click archives or the three lines located in the left corner of a mobile device.
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.
Our goal is to dismiss students in a safe and timely manner. We have a number dismissal system. Please make sure your child's number is visible from the rearview mirror hang tag.
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.
Please respect fellow Buist families and the surrounding community by following the correct car rider procedures.
East Bay St. to George St.
George St. to Anson St.
Do Not Block the George St. 3-way stop or the Menotti St. entrance.
Review the car rider map. Following this route helps to ensure the safety of our school community and gives respect to our neighbors by not blocking driveways on George St. or at intersections.
Our amazing downtown location allows us to explore Charleston. We would love permission to take students on a variety of walking field trips throughout the school year.
Please click the link below to learn more about walking field trips and to sign the permission slip.
Please give teachers at least 24 hours (business days M-F) to respond to phone calls or emails.
If you have questions or concerns, contact your child's teacher first.
Buist Academy does not have any official class group Facebook pages. There are several Buist Academy Facebook parent groups. While these groups can be helpful and a resource to parents, they are not officially affiliated with the school. Any information or opinions shared do not reflect the views of Buist Academy. To verify or discuss any information that is of concern to you, contact your child's teacher, school counselor, or school administrators.
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 route may delay response times. If you have a question or concern, please feel free to email the appropriate person at the school level.
Yearbook Link: http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A09893204
Yearbooks are on sale for $35.00. The price will increase later in the year. Reserve yours now by clicking on the link.