Knightly News
The Adventure Begins with the RITE Stuff!
Proud National Blue Ribbon School
Respect-Integrity-Thinkers-Empathy
January 26, 2026
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This year we will celebrate 40 Years of Excellence! Continue to view the Knightly News for activities and events surrounding our 40th Anniversary.
This year we will celebrate 40 Years of Excellence! Continue to view the Knightly News for activities and events surrounding our 40th Anniversary.
There is a schoolwide theme every year. It is a fun way to bring our school community together. The 25-26 theme is Racing Towards A Bright Future!
There is a schoolwide theme every year. It is a fun way to bring our school community together. The 25-26 theme is Racing Towards A Bright Future!
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Important Dates and Reminders
Important Dates and Reminders
Office Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM-3:45 PM
Monday, Feb. 9th - Winter Spirit Week
Friday, Feb. 13th - Early Release Day (1:00 PM Dismissal) & Philanthroparties
Monday, Feb. 16th - President's Day - Schools Closed
Interim Reports Distributed - Week of Feb. 16th
IB Diversity and Inclusion Focus
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2025-2026 Academic Calendar -Please review this calendar as you prepare for the 25-26 school year. En español-Calendario académico
2025-2026 Buist Academy Family Handbook
Attendance Information Book - "Be Here, Be Great"! /Guía para padres para un regreso exitoso a la escuela
School Meal Application and Videos En español-la Solicitud de Comidas Gratuitas y Reducidas
Buist Academy Foundation (Parent-School Organization)
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 hesistate to contact Mr. Conyers. En español- Código de vestimenta
Buist Academy Information
Buist Academy Information
CCSD School Choice
CCSD School Choice
The CCSD School Choice window is now open.The window will be open from January 7, 2026 to Noon on February 12, 2026. Please review CCSD's School Choice Website for more information.
Students that are currently enrolled at Buist that will be going rising to grades 4th-8th for the 26-27 school year, do not need to apply to Buist again through School Choice. You will have the opportunity to do Residency Verifrication over the Summer.
Congratulations!
Congratulations!
Last week, our Beta Club attended the State Convention in Myrtle Beach. During the Academic Competitions, students came away with qualifying status for the National Beta Club Conventions held in Nashville, TN, in June.
Congratulations again to:
Fox Clarke
Sam Sanders
Ranen Sibug
Worth Whelan
Winter Spirit Week
Winter Spirit Week
Kids Heart Challenge
Kids Heart Challenge
Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready?! Kids Heart Challenge is coming to Buist! We have exciting things planned this year to get us moving, help others and have fun. Get a head start by signing up today and join the NFL PLAY 60 Family Challenge by getting active together as a family for 60 minutes a day! Visit our school page at http://www2.heart.org/goto/BuistAcademy or download the AHA Schools app!
Want to Be on The Quiz Bowl Team? (Grades 6-8)
Want to Be on The Quiz Bowl Team? (Grades 6-8)
Anyone interested in joining Buist Middle School Quiz Bowl should see Mr. Marret between today and Tuesday for information about the team and to grab a parent permission slip. Tryouts and practices will begin this week and competitions will begin the second week of February.
Supporting the Buist Foundation
Supporting the Buist Foundation
Buist Foundation Oyster Roast
Join us for a fun, adults-only evening supporting Buist Academy! The Buist Academy Foundation Oyster Roast will be held Friday, February 6 from 6–8 PM at Harborside East. Tickets are $75 per person and include drinks, appetizers, oysters, chili, and additional food options. Purchase tickets at
https://buistacademyfoundation.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/366585
or via Venmo @buist-Foundation
Tickets are encouraged to be purchased by Friday, January 30 to help us finalize our headcount.
We are excited to share two fun ways to support the Buist Academy community through the Buist Foundation!
Super Bowl Squares Fundraiser
Looking for an easy (and fun!) way to support Buist? Purchase a Super Bowl Square for a chance to win Visa gift cards throughout the game.
Important Super Bowl Squares note:
After purchasing your Super Bowl Square, you will receive a receipt email. At the very bottom of that receipt is a link that you must click to select your square. Please be sure to scroll all the way down and complete this final step.
Square numbers will be randomly assigned one hour before kickoff, and winners will be emailed Monday morning following the game.
Tickets for the Oyster Roast and Super Bowl Squares can be purchased using the link below. Thank you for supporting Buist Academy and the programs that enrich our school community!
https://buistacademyfoundation.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/366585
Math Challenge - Grades 3-6
Math Challenge - Grades 3-6
Challenge 7 is up on our Math in Action Site. We also have printed challenges in the front office. Please see the pictures below of students who went to the treasure box for completing the first challenge!!
Math Challenge is free and no sign-up is necessary.
All students 3rd to Grade 6th are invited to participate.
There will be 15 challenges during the 2025-2026 school year beginning on September 12, 2025.
Students who submit 12 challenges or more will be recognized at the end of the school year.
Refer to the Schedule Calendar for dates on when the challenges and their solutions will be available on this webpage.
Last Chance for a Personalized Yearbook!
Last Chance for a Personalized Yearbook!
Click on this link to secure your yearbook purchase today!
If you want your child's name on the book, order by Jan.30!
Buist Sports Information
Buist Sports Information
Please click the picture to be directed to the website.
Please click the picture to be directed to the website.
Community Events
Community Events
Winter Career Field Days for Middle and High School Students | Charleston, SC
Career Field Days will allow students to work alongside professional biologists and their peers, learning to use tools and techniques critical to field work. All events will be held at the Marine Resources Complex. Please register for the appropriate age group.
January 23 - High School: Marine Fisheries
February 3 - Middle School: Marine Fisheries
Transportation Information
Transportation Information
Bus Riders
FirstView registration for the 25-26 school year will be available starting July 21, 2025. This year's code is: N6G3F
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.
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 pm.
Are you looking for ways to become more actively involved within the school community? Consider volunteering for 25-26 school events.
Click here for volunteer opportunities.
This is not a Buist Foundation volunteer form.
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