Frequently Asked Questions

Where is your office located, and how can I reach you?

200 B N. Jefferies Blvd. Walterboro, SC behind the former CCSD Technology Office and across the street from the Shell station.

Who can attend UPLIFT?

We invite anyone from Colleton County who is interested in the success of children and schools to attend UPLIFT. You do not have to be a parent.  You could be an aunt, uncle, sibling, grandparent, etc. The program is free of charge!

Where is UPLIFT held?



How many workshops can I attend?
Once you complete the registration form for the district sessions you will be placed in 3 of the 6 sessions held at each event. You may attend an unlimited number of sessions at any of our local schools.

I would like to attend, but I have children that I cannot leave at home.
We provide free childcare for school aged children.  Childcare will be provided at the same location as UPLIFT.  During this time, children will engage in learning and social activities.

Is transportation provided?
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide district-wide transportation for this program at this time.  If you would like to attend and have transportation issues, please contact your child's school and speak to the parent facilitator. (If you do not have a child at CCSD, please contact Title One at 782-4522). We may be able to arrange transportation through a carpool.
 
How do I register to attend?
You can register in one of three ways:

1. At the registration link

2. Contact your child’s school and speak to the parent facilitator.
Bells Elementary - Ms. Tameka Washington
Black Street Early Childhood Center - Ms. Denise Crowley
Cottageville Elementary - Ms. Akima Jones
Forest Hills Elementary - Ms. Crystal Warren
Hendersonville Elementary - Ms. Minthalee Stephens
Northside Elementary - Ms. Sherri Lemacks

3. Contact Title I at 782-4522.

 
I would love to come, but I have scheduling conflicts.

Please call the Title I office. We will be happy to send you materials from any workshops that interest you.

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Is this type of program effective?

UPLIFT is an opportunity to build a partnership between families and Colleton County School District to help our students succeed in school and in life.  It is important to understand why this partnership is so essential.

Research shows that when family members are involved in the education process, students achieve more, regardless of their economic status, race/ethnicity or parent’s education level.   When families become involved students earn higher grades and higher test scores, have higher graduation rates and mare more likely to enroll in post-secondary education.  Students with active families also tend to display a more positive attitude towards school and behave better both in school and at home. Studies also show that schools that work well with families have improved teacher morale and higher satisfaction from the community.

When families see the importance of being a partner in education and feel welcome and appreciated, they will become involved.  In Colleton County, parents have expressed the need to receive specific information on how to help and what to do to help.  Teachers in the district have expressed concern and have shown interest in collaborating with families of their students.  UPLIFT provides the opportunity for teachers, families and the community to come together and to learn together. 

Sources:
Epstein, J. L., & Sheldon S. B. (2006).  Moving forward: Ideas for research on school, family and community partnerships.
Fan, X., & Chen, M. (2001) Parental involvement and students' academic achievemnt: A meta-analysis. Educational Psychology Review, 13, 1-22.
Cotton, K., Wikelund, K., Northwest Regional, Parent Teacher Association
Leler, H. (1983) Parent Education and Involvement in Relation to the Schools and to Parents of School-Aged Children