Carolina Elementary School

11/03/2026

Last week, our Big Brothers Program met again for some quality time together! This time, they played a fun game of “This or That” to learn more about one another, find things they have in common, and continue building those important relationships.

We love watching these connections grow with each visit. Sometimes the simplest activities lead to the best conversations—and a whole lot of laughs!

We are so thankful for our Coker Big Brothers and the time they continue to invest in our Dragons!

11/02/2026

Join us for the annual DCSD Elementary Honor Choir concert tonight at 6 PM. Dr. Kevin Crowe is our clinician, with Dr. Jeremiah Padilla as accompanist. Nov. 2, 2026, First Church of God, 620 N. Main St., Darlington, SC

10/31/2026

Parent Picnic…Part 2!

There were just too many great pictures and happy faces not to share more!

We loved having our CES families on campus, spending time with their Dragons and making memories together. Great schools are built on strong partnerships with families, and we are so grateful for ours!

More smiles, more family time, and more reasons to love CES!

10/31/2026

Parent Picnic is always a CES favorite!

There’s just something special about seeing our campus filled with families, laughter, and lots of happy Dragons! We love opening our doors and giving our families the opportunity to slow down, enjoy lunch, and spend a little extra time together.

Thank you to all of our families who joined us and helped make another Parent Picnic one to remember. These are the moments that make CES feel like family!

10/31/2026

This dynamic duo really knows how to play the part!

Our 5th grade teachers took us straight back to Rydell High with their Grease-inspired costumes—and they didn’t stop there! They brought the moves, too, dancing their way through our Monster Mash Parade!

10/31/2026

The heart of a child never gets old!

We LOVE seeing our faculty and staff join in the fun and show off their creative, silly, and sometimes spooky sides right alongside our Dragons!

There’s something special about a school where the adults aren’t afraid to have a little fun, make memories, and remind our students that you’re never too old to embrace the heart of a child. 🐉

Our CES crew definitely understood the assignment!

10/31/2026

We love a good Monster Mash Parade at CES!

It’s the perfect chance for our Dragons to show off their fun, creative, and sometimes spooky sides! From silly to spooky and everything in between, our students brought plenty of personality to the parade.

But our favorite part? Cheering each other on! There’s nothing better than seeing our Dragons celebrate their friends and classmates as they make their way through the halls.

Just another reason we love making memories together at CES!

10/31/2026

Don’t forget!

REMINDER: Students will not have school on November 2-3.

Monday, November 2, will be a full day of professional development for staff. Per state law, district offices and schools will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, for Election Day.

We will resume our normal schedule on Wednesday, November 4.

10/30/2026

October is National Principal Appreciation Month, and we are celebrating our very own Principal Keels! She leads by example each and every day, encouraging us to find our greatness, believe in ourselves, and always strive to be our very best. She inspires us to be lifelong readers, confident writers, and curious learners who dream big and embrace every opportunity to grow!

Thank you for being our fearless leader, biggest cheerleader, and the heart of our school! We are so lucky to have a principal who reminds us that greatness is within us all!

10/30/2026

Celebrating our October Terrific Kids!

These Dragons were recognized for showing kindness, responsibility, respect, and making great choices each and every day!

We are so proud of the example they set for others and the many ways they help make CES such a special place to learn and grow.

Congratulations to our October Terrific Kids! Keep shining and keep finding your greatness!