
Please use this link to order lunch for your child on our eLearning Day, Feb. 22nd - Meal Order Form for E-Learning Day Or you can scan the image below to place your order for curbside lunch pick up on E-Learning Day!LUNCH IS FREE TO ALL STUDENTS!! READ MORE >

February 22nd is our next eLearning Day! Please see the link below for more information on what is needed to have another successful eLearning experience. #puttingstudentsfirst #ACSDeLearning Day Information - https://5il.co/p7kg READ MORE >

CTE would like to recognize our students who were on the "A" honor roll for the second nine weeks! We are so proud of these students for working hard during this unprecedented year! Way to go! We are disappointed in having to hide our students' winning smiles, but are dedicated to following social distancing and mask policies. First Grade and Second GradeThird... READ MORE >

ACSD Parents, if your child is scheduled to attend the iTECH Academy during the spring semester (beginning January 6th), please review the iTECH Handbook and Contract below. A copy of the Student/Parent Contract needs to be signed and dropped off at the student's home school next week. Thank you and stay safe!iTECH Spring Handbook - https://5il.co/nt0niTECH Spring... READ MORE >

CTE Junior Beta Club led the school in raising $2078.04 for the American Cancer Society. Students were proud to present a check to Hoyt Dorn, Senior Community Development Manager for the American Cancer Society. READ MORE >

CTE Junior Beta Club led the school in raising $2078.04 for the American Cancer Society. Pictured are Hoyt Dorn, Senior Community Development Manager for the American Cancer Society along with some of our Junior Beta Students-Kate Burton, Garrett Atkins and Abby Moore. READ MORE >

Mrs. Eaves' first grade felt joyful collecting and wrapping gifts for the Angel Tree. READ MORE >

CTE Parents:Please click on the link below to visit the Artsonia page for CTE:https://www.artsonia.com/schoo...Parent permission forms have been sent home with students. If you need your child's screen name and code, please email Mrs. Womble at mwomble@acsdsc.org. The money generated through Artsonia will help purchase art supplies for the school! READ MORE >

Students at Cherokee Trail Elementary learned all about Veterans Day! Teachers planned lessons that included reading about veterans, watching informational videos about Veterans Day, making cards and posters, and so much more. Thank you to all of our Veterans! Fourth Graders completed math problems in google sheets to reveal poppies. Fifth graders watched videos... READ MORE >

CTE first grade teachers, Bailey Austin, Rebecca Eaves, and Lynn Patterson, showed off their appreciation for our wonderful school district by wearing our new ACSD t-shirts! A big thank you to our district administration for showing us how much we are appreciated. READ MORE >

ACSD Parents, it is time to make your selection for your child's instructional setting for the spring semester. Please complete the attached survey link below once for each of your students enrolled in Abbeville County School District. Remember that grades for students enrolled Face-to-Face and in iTECH Academy will determine the student's retention or... READ MORE >
October is National Principals Month! We would like to recognize our principal, Mr. Clendaniel! This school year marks his third year at Cherokee Trail Elementary. We are grateful for your leadership and dedication to our school and community! READ MORE >

Please click on the links below for more information about Cheer Camp!Information Paper for Cheer CampCheer Camp Flyer READ MORE >

All students in 2nd grade (both iTech and face-to-face) will take the CogAT/ITBS every day between October 26th-November 2nd. Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 am so please have your child at school no later than 7:50 am. Testing usually lasts for an hour. iTech students do not need to bring any materials with them for testing. Parents of iTech students need to... READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary School will celebrate Red Ribbon Week the week of October 26-October 30. Students can participate by:Monday, October 26-Red Day: students wear red to kick-off Red Ribbon WeekTuesday, October 27- Don't be a user, support your future: students wear their favorite collegiate t-shirt Wednesday, October 28-"Sock-out drugs!"-students wear... READ MORE >
Reminder:Tomorrow is Early Release Day: 10:20 for bus riders and 10:30 for car riders. Friday, October 23rd will be a normal school day. READ MORE >

Attention all Parents and Guardians:Parents: we are excited to welcome back almost 50 returning students from iTech Academy tomorrow morning at Cherokee Trail. If you arrive on campus via our carline, please arrive before 7:40 as we anticipate an increase in traffic with returning students. Also, additional desk shields have been ordered as an extra safety measure... READ MORE >

Students in 3rd Grade have been learning all about owls!After studying owls and learning all about their behavior, students participated in an experiment where they dissected owl pellets in order to determine what the owl had eaten. A big thank you to Mrs. Stone for sharing these pictures with us and for your dedication to fostering a love of science and... READ MORE >

CTE Parents and Guardians: Please note the following dismissal times for our early release on October 22nd, 2020:Early Busses: 10:20 am Car Riders: 10:30 am READ MORE >

Students in 2nd Grade have been learning all about weather and weather tools! Students made weather vanes and anemometers and had fun testing out their final product! Thanks to Mrs. Crawford and Mrs. Biggerstaff for sharing pictures from their weather unit! READ MORE >

The Dixie Booster Club is selling Dixie Gear through an online store! Click the link below to view the website and place your order: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/... READ MORE >

Picture Day for face-to-face students is Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020! Parents of iTech Students: Please refer back to an email you received about signing up for a time for pictures for Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020. READ MORE >
Please see the attached form for more information about nominating a teacher for the Golden Apple Award:Nomination Form READ MORE >

Parents, please take a moment to read through the most recent updates in regards to iTECH Academy by clicking on the following link. READ MORE >

This year we will be having an online book fair through Scholastic! Visit our online store at: CTE Scholastic HomepageFor more information please view the following page: CTE Book Fair Letter READ MORE >

Students in all grade levels at CTE learned about the attacks that happened on September 11, 2001. We remember and honor those that lost their lives on this tragic day in history. Thank you to Mrs. Eaves' first grade class and Mrs. Nickles' fifth grade class for sharing pictures! READ MORE >

Picture day for all face to face students will be on Tuesday, September 22nd. Picture day for all CTE iTECH students will be on Wednesday, September 23rd. Parents of iTECH students will be contacted with a specific time to come to the school to have pictures taken. READ MORE >
See the attached flyer for more information regarding COVID-19 testing:Free COVID-19 Drive Thru Testing READ MORE >

CTE will be hosting a cub scout meeting in the parking lot on Tuesday, September 1st between 6:30 and 7:30 pm. See the attached flyer for more details. Cub Scout Flyer READ MORE >

Attention CTE Parents:We will be sending home hanging car signs for all car riders. Your student will be bringing these home this week. Please hang these in your car. Thank you! READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary, in conjunction with PTO and Mrs. Gail Johnson, has purchased a park bench in honor of the late Dr. Betty Jo Hall who died tragically August 8th of last year. CTE was honored to host family members of Dr. Hall, our interim Superintendent, and ACSD Board Members on Friday, August 14th as the bench was unveiled. READ MORE >

iTECH students can order meals from their zoned school. All orders must be submitted by 8:00am the morning of meal pickup. Curbside meal pickup is 10:00 - 11:00 daily for all schools except Abbeville High their pick time is 10:00 - 10:30. Abbeville HighCherokee Trail ElementaryDiamond Hill ElementaryDixie HighJohn C. Calhoun ElementaryLong Cane PrimaryWestwood... READ MORE >
Attention iTech Parents:The forms linked below must be signed before your child can receive a device. You can print and sign these forms and bring them in tomorrow when you come to pick up your device. Parent and Student Agreement FormStudent Acceptable Use PolicyOpt-Out of Onsite Instruction READ MORE >

ACSD would like to announce the Teachers of the Year from each school. We are proud of their accomplishments and excited to start a new school with this group of all-star teachers! The teachers of the year are Abbeville High - Sara Wojtkowski, Cherokee Trail Elem. - Cayce Prescott, Diamond Hill Elem. - Emily Busbee, Dixie High - Kimberly Ware, John C. Calhoun... READ MORE >
Please click on the link below to review the Technology Handbook for the 2020-2021 School Year:ACSD Device Procedures HandbookThis handbook is also available under the Documents section of the website. READ MORE >

Abbeville County School District’s Reopening Plan has been approved by the S.C. Dept. of Education. The plan allows for Face-to-Face instruction, 5 days a week or parents can choose to enroll their child in ACSD’s online program, the iTECH Academy. School begins on Monday, August 17 for both options. The last day to register for the iTECH Academy is Friday, July... READ MORE >

ACSD Parents, a short video with more information about iTECH Academy is available here. Parents of students who have signed-up for iTECH or those still undecided may find the information helpful.https://drive.google.com/file/... READ MORE >

Parents, please take a moment to look over the Safety Precautions we have in place for COVID-19 at our schools. The information is linked below.ACSD COVID-19 Safety Precautions At-a-Glance - https://5il.co/imwu READ MORE >

Click on the link below to access the updated school supply list for the 2020-2021 school year: Updated School Supply Lists READ MORE >

ACSD announced its plans for re-opening schools at the special called Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, July 16th. We are excited to give parents and students a choice between a face-to-face model and a virtual learning option. Please see the attached presentations for more information. School Re-Opening Plan - https://5il.co/id47iTECH Academy Presentation -... READ MORE >

Parents and Guardians:Please wait to begin the registration process until tomorrow morning (July 17th, 2020). We are working to resolve issues regarding your child's grade level for the upcoming school year. We appreciate your patience during this process! READ MORE >

Parents, please remember to complete the iTECH Academy Intent Form if you are interested in your child attending ACSD's Online Academy. The Intent Form will help us in planning our re-opening for the fall. The link for the iTECH Academy will close on Thursday, July 16, 2020. Only one form is needed per child. Be sure to visit our FAQs page for additional... READ MORE >

Attention Parents! ACSD online registration for returning students will be opened July 16-July 31. The online registration is for returning students who will be enrolled as a student in Abbeville County School District for the 2020-21 school year. Those new to the district should contact the school for registration information. READ MORE >

Parents, please remember to complete the iTECH Academy Intent Form if you are interested in your child attending ACSD's Online Academy. The Intent Form will help us in planning our re-opening for the fall. The link for the iTECH Academy will close on Thursday, July 16, 2020. Only one form is needed per child. Be sure to visit our FAQs page for additional... READ MORE >

ACSD to Launch iTECH Academy Students and families in Abbeville County will have an additional school optionbeginning this fall with the introduction of the iTECH Academy. Technology EnhancedClassrooms & Homes, iTECH, is the new ACSD Instructional Technology Program. Aspart of the larger technology initiative, the new iTECH Academy will offer a completeonline... READ MORE >
Parents are reminded that intra-district transfer requests are due on or before August 1, 2020. Please click on the link below for more information regarding transfer requests. Transfer Request Information READ MORE >

Attention CTE Parents and Guardians: Westview Behavioral Health Services is currently recruiting for their Strengthen Families Program in Greenwood for the Summer and Fall sessions. Abbeville County Residents can attend the Greenwood session. Please view the flyer linked below to learn more about the program and contact them by June 30th, 2020 if you are... READ MORE >
Attention CTE Parents and Guardians:Refer to the links below for information about accidental insurance for students. You can also find these flyers in our Documents section on the website. Student Accident Insurance Program2020 Accident Flyer READ MORE >

The South Carolina Department of Education has provided at-home Summer resources for students in K-3rd. Please click on the following link to be directed to the website: https://scremotelearning.com/summer-learning/at-home-enrichment/ READ MORE >

The grant, Meals-to-You, is a partnership between our district, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Baylor University.Emergency Meals-to-You (eMTY) provides shelf-stable, easily prepared, kid-friendly meals to students in rural school districts during unexpected school closures. Please view the following flyer for more information: READ MORE >

To begin registration for your child, scan the QR code on the flyer, or click on the link below. New to Cherokee Trail Elementary K5 Students READ MORE >

CTE students are continuing to work hard during their eLearning journey! Cherokee Trail Elementary Faculty and Staff are so proud of the dedication all of our students have to learning. Thank you to our students, parents, and all people involved as we navigate these unique times of learning! READ MORE >
Please view the following links for activities relating to careers. You've Got TalentCareer WordsearchIn the MixMy Family Career TreeCareer Wordsearch #2 READ MORE >

Please click on the link below to view the approved calendar for the 2020-2021 school year: 2020-2021 School Calendar READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary celebrated reading and Dr. Seuss' birthday throughout the week of March 2nd-6th! Students participated in dress up days, were "caught reading", and had the chance to win books and other prizes! CTE loves reading and this was on full display this week! READ MORE >

The CTE Chorus, led by Music Teacher Mrs. Joyce Montalvo, performed at the annual South Carolina School Boards Association conference in Hilton Head, SC. These boys and girls represented our school and district well and we are so proud of their performance!The CTE Chorus was one of two groups selected to perform from a large pool of applicants! A huge thank you... READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary was honored to host Mr. Christopher Thomas. Mr. Thomas taught students about the extraordinary life and history of Dr. Benjamin E. Mays. Students and teachers were both excited to learn about an influential individual in American history who grew up not too far from Abbeville County! A special thank you to Mrs. Chiles, our School... READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary hosted the annual Science Night on Tuesday, February 18th. Students in pre-k-7th grade participated in group and individual projects. These projects were on display for students and parents. We are so proud of all of our students who participated in Science Night! We love seeing their innovation and creativity shine in these amazing... READ MORE >

Visit the front office of the school your child is zoned to attend to receive a 4K pre-registration packet. Complete the packet and return it to the school BEFORE 2/21/2020.Appointments for the 3/6/2020 screening will be made after completed packets are received. READ MORE >

Thursday, January 30th was the 100th day of school! Students and teachers participated in various lessons, activities, and games to celebrate the 100th day of school. We look forward to the last 80 days of the school year with these wonderful students! READ MORE >

CTE first grader, Rebecca Mast, taught other first grade students about beekeeping. Decked in her beekeeping gear, Rebecca discussed how she and her family tend to their hives, the different aspects of beekeeping, and the importance of bees to our environment. We are so proud of Rebecca! READ MORE >

We would like to recognize our fantastic students who are members of the Dixie High School Fishing team! Congratulations on a successful season so far, and good luck at your upcoming tournaments! Pictured L-R: Row 1: Nicole Hershberger and Zak Taylor. Row 2: Logan Burdette, Reed Cox, Mr. Clendaniel, Principal, Kendon Kelley, and Caden Lawson. READ MORE >

Mrs. Johnson's first grade students enjoyed learning about life on the farm! Regina Mast spoke with students about raising hens and ducks. Students were amazed at the different pastel colors of eggs the animals produced and were eager to taste the duck egg! Thank you, Ms. Mast! READ MORE >

On Friday, January 24th students and staff at CTE participated in a Bullying Prevention Pep Rally. This pep rally helped to launch our new bully prevention program, the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program. Students learned about the new rules and expectations in regards to bullying, had fun participating in chants, and displayed posters that they made throughout the... READ MORE >

CTE fifth graders had fun learning about design and engineering! READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Johnson's first grade class were treated to a special lesson taught by Mrs. Ashley! Students learned the rules of capitalization. They enjoyed a story and playing a game to help them remember to use capital letters when writing. READ MORE >

First grade students in Mrs. Eaves' class made Christmas special for a child! Students brought in and wrapped presents for a special Angel Tree child. They enjoyed giving to a child in need! READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Johnson's first grade class developed their writing skills by completing a writing activity describing how Native Americans helped Pilgrims learn to plant and grow corn. READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary surpassed their goal of a ton of food collected during the annual mathematical food drive. Students in all grade levels donated food while sixth and seventh grade math classes with special assistance from the Junior Beta Club counted the pounds and kept daily totals. The grand total collected during the week was 2828 pounds. These... READ MORE >

Students at CTE enjoyed a special visit from volleyball players who are participating in the North/South All-Star Volleyball Game. These girls read to students and spoke with them about the importance of sports and academics! Pictured above are students in Mrs. Nickles' class with North/South All-Stars. READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary held its annual Veteran's Day Program. First grade students performed a variety of musical numbers and the Dixie High School Band provided additional music. Thanks to Mrs. Montalvo and the first grade team for putting on such a wonderful tribute to our Veterans! READ MORE >
The South Carolina Department of Education recently released the names of schools recognized as Palmetto Gold and Silver Award winners. These awards are based on criteria approved by the State Board of Education earlier this year and reflect schools' performance on the 2018 and 2019 report cards. Cherokee Trail Middle (7th grade) received the Palmetto Silver Award... READ MORE >

Students at Cherokee Trail Elementary enjoyed learning about fire prevention. Thanks to all of our local Firefighters who came out and taught us ways to prevent fires and stay safe in the event of a fire. READ MORE >

First graders in Mrs. Johnson's 1st grade class listen attentively as Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Land reads the book, Pickin Peas. Students look forward to Mrs. Land's monthly visit to share a good read aloud. READ MORE >

CTE third graders had the opportunity to compete in a cabbage growing competition. Congratulations to Tegan Stone for growing the largest cabbage that weighed in at 20 pounds!Tegan Stone with her 20 pound cabbage. Mac Biggerstaff with his cabbage. Skyler Stewart with her cabbage. Jonathon McClain with his cabbage. READ MORE >

CTE 4th Graders had fun at Farm Day! READ MORE >

Students in the 6th and 7th Grade had the opportunity to spend the day in Columbia, SC. They were able to visit the South Carolina State House where they met Representative Craig Gagnon and Representative Jay West! They also had a blast while visiting Riverbanks Zoo! READ MORE >

Students planted lettuce, broccoli, and cauliflower in the school garden. After spring break, they will examine a variety of seeds, choose what they would like to plant and discover which seeds grow quicker. READ MORE >

Members of the CTE Running Club participated in a 5k at Erskine College. Students have been training hard each week and we are so proud of them for completing this race! Congratulations to our CTE Running Club! READ MORE >

Fifteen new students were recently inducted into the National Junior Beta Club Chapter at Cherokee Trail Elementary. This organization recognizes and promotes the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership. There are now more than 500,000 active members and more than 8,750 clubs nationally and internationally. It has become the nation's... READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Patterson's first grade class worked together to write the book, "Pig and Goat's Fabulous Adventures." This book was selected as a semi-finalist in the National Book Challenge! Congratulations to Mrs. Patterson and her class! READ MORE >
Congratulations to our Terrific Kids for the month of March! Pictured L-R Row 1: Charlee Peeler, Corban Clendaniel. Row 2: Millie McIlwain, Cade McClain, Paisley Graham, Tes Hagan, Andy Hughes, Jayson Morris, Jonah McClain. Row 3: Emmett Brown, Jaiden Raines, Peyton Woods, Layna Evans. Row 4: Angel Hughes, Katie McGaha, Jade Bannister, Joseph Searcy, Palmer... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our Terrific Kids for the month of February! Pictured L-R, Row 1: Kenadie Howell, Riley Ashley, Sophie Myers, Chloe LeCroy. Row 2: Peyton Sommers, Tegan Stone, Emery Milford, Lauren Williams, Lin'daja Franklin, Jason Morris, Maci Sinclair, Liam Alewine, Tessa Cason. Row 3: Taylor Sinclair, Lidia Garner, Jasmine Smith, Shon Bryant, Landon... READ MORE >

In honor of South Carolina Day, students in first grade had the opportunity to learn how to do our state dance from our very own superintendent, Dr. Betty Jo Hall! A big thanks to Dr. Hall and Mr. Wally for coming out to CTE and demonstrating the Shag and teaching our students how to do this fun dance! READ MORE >

Kindergarten students in Mrs. Cann's class enjoyed learning about our wonderful state! To celebrate South Carolina Day, they read the book P is for Palmetto by Carol Crane and created the South Carolina State Flag using their hand prints. READ MORE >
CTE seventh graders enjoyed a visit from the Greenwood Genetics Center. READ MORE >

Congratulations to CTE sixth grader, Ansley Prescott! This is her fourth year winning our school wide Spelling Bee! READ MORE >

Miss Gamecock, Sara Beth Sears, visited 5th grade at Cherokee Trail to read a motivational book about careers and speak to them about the importance of math and science in pharmacy. READ MORE >

Congratulations to CTE Fourth Grader, Brennan Louk! He was the District wide Grand Prize Winner for National School Breakfast Week! Pictured L-R: Mr. Clendaniel, Brennan Louk, and Mrs. Donna Gambrell. READ MORE >
CTE students enjoyed their first day of Running Club! READ MORE >

First graders at CTE celebrate the life of George Washington Carver! Students wrote facts about this great scientist. They were amazed to discover the many uses of peanuts! READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary School Seventh Grade students participated in the annual Science Fair. Congratulations to our winners! Row 1, L-R: Shelby Lawson (Honorable Mention), Reaganne Stoll (3rd Place), Heidi Bearden (Honorable Mention). Row 2, L-R: Ethan Gable ( Best Presentation), Lauren Mitchell (Honorable Mention), and Georgia Wojtkowski (2nd Place). Not... READ MORE >

Cherokee Trail Elementary Sixth Graders participated in the annual Science Fair. Congratulations to our winners! L-R: Drew Biggerstaff (3rd Place), Coen Clendaniel (Honorable Mention), Daniel Moore (Honorable Mention), Kenadi Humphreys (2nd Place), Ansley Prescott (Best Presentation), and Giulia Giammarinaro (3rd Place). Not pictured: Zak Taylor (First Place). READ MORE >
Mrs. Hopkins' and Mrs. Eaves' classes enjoyed a day of fun as well as learning! The students played Valentine's Day Bingo and learned new words about love and friendship. READ MORE >

Fifth grade students at CTE are learning to play the ukulele in Music class! We look forward to seeing their performance later in the school year. READ MORE >

Fourth graders at CTE are learning to play recorders for the spring concert! A big thanks to our wonderful music teacher, Mrs. Montalvo, for teaching our students so much! READ MORE >

Students in Miss Lloyd's sixth grade Social Studies class learned about the modern day Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the recent decision to move the US Embassy. Students wrote letters to Senator Tim Scott voicing their opinions regarding the conflict and the embassy move. Students were excited when they each received a reply from Senator Scott! READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Austin's second grade class enjoyed experimenting with magnets in science. READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Johnson's first grade class and Mrs. Eaves' second grade class joined together to make a math manipulative called Rekenrek. READ MORE >
CTE Terrific Kids for the month of January were recognized. READ MORE >
CTE Terrific Kids for the month of December were recognized. READ MORE >

Lindsay Sykes, teacher cadet from Dixie High School presents Mrs. Johnson's first graders with a book for their classroom library. "Homer" the Homework Hound will be taken home to encourage extra reading. READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Jenni West's 7th grade and students in Mrs. Gail Johnson's 1st grade partner as Reading Buddies for the School Year. The older students encourage a love for reading and help first graders practice their reading skills. This partnership allows students to create a special bond with each other and also builds confidence for both groups. Students... READ MORE >

Sixth and Seventh Grade Chorus members performed in the winter concert. This year's theme was Winter Wonderland. READ MORE >
Mrs. Patterson's First Grade class used Oreo cookies to study the phases of the moon. READ MORE >

Mrs. Hines' fourth grade students participated in a book tasting event! They experienced many different genres during this activity. READ MORE >
CTE seventh graders enjoy reading with first grade students each week! READ MORE >

Second grade students in Mrs. Eaves' class enjoyed purchasing and wrapping presents for a special Angel Tree Child. They enjoyed giving back! READ MORE >