Knightly News
The Adventure Begins with the RITE Stuff!
Proud National Blue Ribbon School
Respect-Integrity-Thinkers-Empathy
September 22, 2025
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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!
Para español:1. Haga clic derecho para acceder al menú.2. Elija "Traducir al inglés".3. Cuando se abra el nuevo cuadro, haga clic en los tres puntos.4. Seleccione "elegir otro idioma".5. Seleccione su idioma.6. Haga clic en Traducir y la página aparecerá en el idioma seleccionado.Si necesita ayuda para comprender esto, por favor póngase en contacto can la Srta. Chandler jill_chandler@charleston.k12.sc.us
Important Dates and Reminders
Important Dates and Reminders
Office Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:30-3:45
Fall Spirit Week - Monday, September 29th- Friday, October 3rd
Friday, October 10, 2025 - End of the First Quarter and Half Day
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 - PSAT Testing for 8th Graders
Week of Monday, October 20th - Report Cards Distributed
IB Diversity and Inclusion Focus
September 15-October 15-National Hispanic Heritage Month
Rosh Hashanah - Sept. 22nd -Sept. 24th
September is National Attendance Awareness Month!
All month long we invite students, families, staff, and community partners to participate in nominating each other for their efforts to Be Here, Be Great: Boots on the Ground. Additional information can be found on this flyer, along with the link to submit nominations. Those nominated may get a special pop-up surprise, so be sure to encourage your school to submit their nominations early!
Helpful Links
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
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month
Buist families are encouraged to celebrate together using the “Hispanic Family Choice Board”.
Buist families are encouraged to celebrate together using the “Hispanic Family Choice Board”.
There are also some events happening in Charleston.
There are also some events happening in Charleston.
Please email Ms Chandler any pictures of your family celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. jill_chandler@charlestoncountyschools.gov
Please email Ms Chandler any pictures of your family celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. jill_chandler@charlestoncountyschools.gov
Math Challenge - Grades 3-6
Math Challenge - Grades 3-6
This is a great opportunity for families to be involved and enjoy math through fun and engaging math problems!
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.
Fundraising Has Begun!
We’re excited to announce that fundraising has officially kicked off for the 2025 Neon Knight Lights Glow Party Fundraiser! The more we raise, the bigger and brighter the Glow Party celebration becomes for our students.
Donating is quick and easy online:
https://app.schoolfundr.org/fund/buistacademy2025
Every dollar counts, and daily raffles are happening—students who receive donations are entered to win a glowing ring to wear at the Glow Party. Let’s keep the momentum going, Knights!
Thank you for supporting Buist Academy—let’s light up the Glow Party together!
Sponsorships Now Open!
The Glow Party is coming up on Friday, October 17th, and we’d love your support.
Become a sponsor and help make this event a success for all of our students!
CofC and University of South Carolina Partnership
CofC and University of South Carolina Partnership
We have partnered with CofC and the University of South Carolina with their pyschology departments to have mentors for students on campus. This is free to us as a part of their internship program for undergraduate and post-graduate candidates.
We have partnered with CofC and the University of South Carolina with their pyschology departments to have mentors for students on campus. This is free to us as a part of their internship program for undergraduate and post-graduate candidates.
Having Trouble with Accessing ClassLink?
Having Trouble with Accessing ClassLink?
The "Clever" (seen below) link on the Buist website actually takes students to ClassLink. For some reason, CCSD has not changed the Clever icon. There is a link to ClassLink at the bottom (footer) of the website.
Do You Own a Business?
Do You Own a Business?
The Buist Academy Yearbook Staff is selling business ads to help fund our yearbook. If you own a business or are in a position to purchase an ad, please use the link below.
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Order a personal graduation sign for your 8th grade student!
Click HERE to order.
Buist Academy Spirit Day at The Citadel vs. Valdosta State
Buist Academy Spirit Day at The Citadel vs. Valdosta State
Please join us for a day of fun and football at The Citadel vs. Valdosta State game on October 11th! We are offered discounted tickets as a group. Tickets cost 26.50 with fees included. The purchase deadline is October 4th at 11:59 PM. We will be in the bleachers and any child above the age of 3 needs a ticket. Wear a Buist shirt and join the fun!
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.
Exciting news!! We are bringing back the Buist Run Club!
*Wednesdays: October & November
*Meet up at 3:15 to walk over with Coach Todd Beatty (Buist Parent)
*Pick up at 4:30pm @ Gadsdenboro Park
*Scholarships available - email BuistSports@gmail.com
For more info and to sign up: https://app.racereach.com/form/71331
Community Events
Community Events
Order Your Yearbook!
Order Your Yearbook!
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 Mr. Conyers if financial assistance is needed.
Click here to find out more about the SC Junior Scholars program.
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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