Office Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:30-3:45 

• Tuesday, August 19, 2025 - MYP Open House - 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM

• Wednesday, August 20, 2025 - PYP Open House - 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM

Due to limited space, we request parent/guardian-only attendance at open house. Report to your student's homeroom/1st-period class.  

• Monday, September 1, 2025 - Labor Day: No School for Students

• Friday, September 5, 2025 - School Picture Day

• Monday, September 15, 2025 - Progress Reports

August is National Civility Month. This month emphasizes the importance of treating others with kindness, empathy, and respect. It's an opportunity to reflect on how our actions affect those around us and find ways to improve ourselves in this regard. The month aims to create a more harmonious society by reminding people to be kind, empathetic, and open-minded. That sounds like a very IB way to treat others!  

Helpful Links

2025-2026 Academic Calendar -Please review this calendar as you prepare for the 25-26 school year. En español-Calendario académico

Parent Resource Site/Español

2025-2026 Buist Academy Family Handbook

Attendance Information Book - "Be Here, Be Great"!

School Meal Application and Videos En español-la Solicitud de Comidas Gratuitas y Reducidas

CCSD Family Resources

School Supply List - Grade Levels are on the bottom tabs of the document.

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 Sports

BA 2025-2026 AM/PM PROCEDURES 

En español- Directrices para la Llegada y Salida 

BUIST ACADEMY FAST FACTS

En español-Hechos

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.

Click here to sign the walking field trip permission form.

The Buist Spirit Wear Back to School Store is open with several new items and colors!

Buist Spirit days are every Friday. Details are in the dress code: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-RDoYHT3Zs3_wntpZNl2MaCuqt4n2dVDflk5BxLnTwk/edit?usp=sharing

All proceeds go directly to support school programs.

Come check it out and place your order by August 20!

• Spirit Wear Store: https://buistacademyfoundation.membershiptoolkit.com/spiritwear

• Spirit Wear Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BuistAcademySpiritWear

All students will choose 3 club choices in order to be placed in a club this year.  Clubs meet every other month.  Club days are a huge hit with our students. Clubs give them the opportunity to meet other students, staff and engage in some of their favorite hobbies/events.  We added some new clubs this year including "Cake My Day" Club, "Cup Stacking" Club, "Culture Shock" Club and "Steel Drums" Club.

You can help support our clubs by fulfilling our Buist Club Wishlist.  Click the link below to see the list.  We update it throughout the year.

Buist Club Wishlist

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. 

Order now for the lowest price!

Link to order a yearbook: http://jostensyearbooks.com?ref=A09893204

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 Mr. Conyers if financial assistance is needed. 

Click here to find out more about the SC Junior Scholars program. 

We are thrilled to announce our next adventure: Japan 2026! We’re building another unforgettable experience filled with culture, history, and exploration—and we want you to be a part of it.

 Trip Dates: Requested July 8-16 2026
️ Destinations: Japan (Tokyo and Kansai region)
Who Can Join: Students + parents from grades 6-8!

Why Enroll NOW?

1. Limited Spots Available – We have 18 spots available (students and parents). Enrolling early gives you the best chance to reserve your place.

2. Save $200 – Enroll by July 31, 2025 to take advantage of this special discount.

3. Lowest Monthly Payments – Lock in the most budget-friendly monthly plan by signing up now.

This is more than just a trip—it’s a chance for students to grow, build lifelong memories, and see the world through a new lens.

To learn more or enroll, visit: www.eftours.com/2807495SS. I have also attached a Powerpoint with much more info to review!

Please email me if you have specific questions.  I can reply or set up a Zoom meeting with you.

 jill_chandler@charleston.k12.sc.us