The Buist Foundation and school administration are creating "12 Days of Holiday Cheer" for our faculty and staff members. If you would like to help, please consider donating any of the items listed in the sign up below. On December 17, the Buist Foundation will provide lunch from Jason's Deli for the teachers. If you would like to help offset the cost and make a $10 donation, please send a check in an envelope labeled "Front Office- 12 Days of cheer" or

Venmo @Buist-Foundation. Gift cards for the holiday bingo and sweet treats may also be dropped during carpool. We ask that items be donated by December 16. We are so grateful for our teachers and parents and appreciate all your continued support!

Click here for 12 Days of Holiday Cheer Sign Up.

Buist Academy and Charleston County School District are committed to prioritizing the health and safety of students and employees. In all instances, we will follow the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (DHEC) guidance for schools on COVID-19.

When appropriate, we will provide all pertinent information that can be shared in order to inform parents, but we must also protect the individual’s confidential information by not providing names, grade-levels, or any identifying information about a student or staff member.

Positive case information can be found on the CCSD COVID-19 Dashboard. A link to the Dashboard/COVID-19 updates is located on the Buist Academy website. The information included on the Dashboard applies to anyone associated with the school to include students, faculty, and staff (administration, instructional, custodial, food/nutrition).

Buist Academy has had a total of four positive cases and several close contacts. Only people directly impacted (close contacts) are notified by Nursing Services. We have not had an overwhelming number of positive cases at Buist Academy. However, we do ask that each family consider the health and safety of our school community by taking health and safety precautions seriously at home and in the community.

For more information, please click the links below. Visit the CCSD COVID-19 website and dashboard frequently for updates.

CCSD COVID-19 Website

COVID-19 Notification Q&A

Buist Academy is hosting a food drive. Please donate non-perishable food items by December 17. There will be a location in each homeroom for goods to be collected. All items need labels.

Most Needed Items:

• Tuna-Canned Meats

• Peanut Butter

• Low Sodium Soups/Stews

• Low Sugar Cereal

• Whole Grain Rice/Pasta/Oats

• 100% Fruit Juice

• Canned Fruits & Vegetables

If there are any Buist families in need, please contact Jill Chandler at Jill_Chandler@charleston.k12.sc.us or 843-724-7750.

We hope to give back to families within our Buist Community. It is our goal to make sure all of our community has a wonderful holiday season.

If your family is in need and could use some assistance this holiday season, please email Jill_Chandler@charleston.k12.sc.us.

Please include the following information:

• Your name and contact information

• Child's (children's) name, age, gender

• Specific needs-jackets, shoes, shirts, pants, non-perishable food items

• Clothing sizes for children

• Wish list items and interest

Please be as specific.

Please send this information by December 11.

We look forward to everyone having a wonderful Holiday Season.

Contact Jill_Chandler@charleston.k12.sc.us. for assistance.

Congratulations, Mrs. Good, for being selected to receive the Bosch Best Teacher Grant. Mrs. Good, Ms. Howe, and Ms. Cohen will collaborate to support 8th grade STEM, community service, and project-based learning initiatives.

"The Bosch Eco+STEM Teacher (BEST) Grant Program advances sustainability and STEM education in ways that inspire, excite, and engage. The program supports innovative inquiry-based learning experiences by awarding grants of up to $2,000 to preschool-grade12 educators. BEST grantees have access to professional learning opportunities and a network of driven and like-minded colleagues."

MAP Testing will be administered to students in grades 2-8 in both remote and in-person learning environments in December.

Remote Students (except 6th grade):

December 2 - 4

In-Person Students & 6th grade Remote Students:

December 7 - Reading

December 8 - Math

Students should get a good night's sleep and have a good breakfast before testing. For more information about the MAP testing program click here. (En Espanol)

**Students must take the MAP Reading and MAP Math assessments IN-PERSON with their school during this year’s MAP winter administration if they wish to have their scores considered for the School Choice programs listed below.

● Academic Magnet High School

● Burke High School’s AP Academy

● Early College High School

● E.B. Ellington Advanced Studies

● Haut Gap Advanced Academics

● St. Andrew’s School of Math and Science

December 14-December 18

Dec. 14- Holiday Book or Movie Character Dress Up Day

Dec. 15- Holiday/Festive Sweater or Shirt Day- (Tacky/Beautiful/Unique/Glitter/Sparkles)

Dec. 16- Seasonal Colors Day- (Red, Green, and (or) White/Blue)

Dec. 17- Festive Headwear, Crazy Hats, and (or) Holiday Socks

Dec. 18- Pajama or Flannel Attire

We would love for virtual students to join in on the fun! Send pictures to Latoya_Frazier@Charleston.k12.sc.us