Dear Editor:
Despite harsh economic times, Dillon High School remains committed to providing a quality education to every child entrusted to it. When it became clear to us that our school was one of those unavoidably affected by the book shortage, we informed students and parents of the steps we were taking to avoid leaving any child behind. Teachers have been empowered to use a multitude of tools at their disposal to supplement and enhance instruction in their classrooms. Teachers have access to ETV’s StreamlineSC, a web-based video library provided to all South Carolina schools. Teachers have access to four computer labs and three mobile laptop stations. In subject areas tested by the stated by end-of-course exams, teachers and students have unlimited access to USATestPrep and test prep workbooks. Many teachers have interactive white boards in their classrooms; those without the boards still have access to the software and projectors. We have a
well-provisioned library with thousands of books, magazines, and other sources available to students and teachers. The most important thing we have, however, is a faculty that is ready, willing and able to ensure that no child is “left behind.”
Sincerely,
Lynda B. Cottingham
Principal,
Dillon High School
1730 Hwy. 301 North
Dillon, SC 29536
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Editor’s Note: This letter was sent to parents on August 18th.
Dear Parents:
During any given academic year it is only natural that certain points or questions may arise that will require clarification. Certainly, it is our desire to keep you fully informed.
Therefore, the very first thing about which we wish to inform you is the shortage of textbooks in certain classes. This has affected high schools across the state due to no funding for newly adopted textbooks. The school had to ship off damaged textbooks to have the South Carolina Department of Education bind them.
The South Carolina Department of Education on August 8, 2011 informed the district that they have back orders at the high school. This is due to the warehouse trying to fix the damaged textbooks from across the state. They will ship them out as soon as they become available. In the meantime, the teachers who have shortages will provide necessary instructional materials to their students.
We want to ensure parents and our students that the quality of instruction will continue. If you have any questions, please feel free to come by or call me at 774-1230.
Sincerely,
Lynda Cottingham
Principal
