💦 Making a Splash in Second Grade! 💦 Our 2nd graders have been diving into swimming lessons this week! 🐬 They’re learning important water safety skills while building confidence and having so much fun along the way. 🌊💙 #DESDolphins #SwimmingSkills #WaterSafety #MakingWaves
16 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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💦 Making a Splash in Second Grade! 💦 Our 2nd graders have been diving into swimming lessons this week! 🐬 They’re learning important water safety skills while building confidence and having so much fun along the way. 🌊💙 #DESDolphins #SwimmingSkills #WaterSafety #MakingWaves
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💦 Making a Splash in Second Grade! 💦 Our 2nd graders have been diving into swimming lessons this week! 🐬 They’re learning important water safety skills while building confidence and having so much fun along the way. 🌊💙 #DESDolphins #SwimmingSkills #WaterSafety #MakingWaves
16 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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🌱 Field Trip Fun! 🌱 Our third graders had an amazing day exploring the Clemson Botanical Garden! 🐾 They learned all about animal habitats and what animals need to survive and thrive. 🌿🐿️ What a wonderful way to bring learning to life! #DESDolphins #FieldTripFun #HandsOnLearning
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🌱 Field Trip Fun! 🌱 Our third graders had an amazing day exploring the Clemson Botanical Garden! 🐾 They learned all about animal habitats and what animals need to survive and thrive. 🌿🐿️ What a wonderful way to bring learning to life! #DESDolphins #FieldTripFun #HandsOnLearning
16 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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☀️ A little sunshine goes a long way! ☀️ Our staff enjoyed a sweet end of the week pick-me-up with a Dirty Soda Station 🥤✨ — made possible by our amazing PTO’s sponsorship! 💙🐬 We are so thankful for their generosity and support of our DES team! #DESDolphins #PTO #DirtySodaStation #GratefulHearts
16 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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DES Families, you sure know how to make mornings special! 🥰 Day two of our Grits & Grands breakfast was just as sweet as the first — this time with our 3rd-5th grade students and their grandparents and special guests. 💙🐬 Thank you for coming out to share a warm meal and make lasting memories. We are so grateful for your support and love for our school! #DESDolphins #GritsAndGrands #MakingMemories
17 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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DES Families, you sure know how to make mornings special! 🥰 Day two of our Grits & Grands breakfast was just as sweet as the first — this time with our 3rd-5th grade students and their grandparents and special guests. 💙🐬 Thank you for coming out to share a warm meal and make lasting memories. We are so grateful for your support and love for our school! #DESDolphins #GritsAndGrands #MakingMemories
17 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Dacusville Elementary Fun Run kicks off soon! We’re attempting to raise $15,000 for Finalization of our Outdoor Learning Space/Classroom and we need your help. Save the date and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.

💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – 09/11/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 09/25/2025
👟 Event Day – 10/03/2025
17 days ago, Dacusville Elementary
Boosterthon Fun Run is coming soon!
This morning, our 4K–2nd grade students kicked off the day with a warm breakfast and even warmer smiles at Grits and Grands! 🥰🍴 We loved seeing so many grandparents and special guests come out to share this sweet tradition with our Dolphins. 💙 #DESFamily #GritsAndGrands
18 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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This morning, our 4K–2nd grade students kicked off the day with a warm breakfast and even warmer smiles at Grits and Grands! 🥰🍴 We loved seeing so many grandparents and special guests come out to share this sweet tradition with our Dolphins. 💙 #DESFamily #GritsAndGrands
18 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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This morning, our 4K–2nd grade students kicked off the day with a warm breakfast and even warmer smiles at Grits and Grands! 🥰🍴 We loved seeing so many grandparents and special guests come out to share this sweet tradition with our Dolphins. 💙 #DESFamily #GritsAndGrands
18 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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✨ Afterschool magic in the making! ✨ Our afterschool care kiddos have been busy creating the cutest fairy gardens! 🧚‍♀️🌱 We couldn’t resist adding to their creativity, so we stocked up on fun little trinkets and fairy treasures for them to design and play with. 💛 We can’t wait to see what magical worlds they create next! 🌸🏡 #DESAfterSchool #FairyGardenFun #GrowingImaginations
20 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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On Thursday, we celebrated our August Distinguished Dolphins! 🐬✨ These amazing students were recognized for demonstrating the character strengths we focus on through our Positivity Project. 🌟 We are so proud of their hard work, positive attitudes, and the example they set for others. Way to go, Dolphins! 💙👏 #DacusvilleDolphins #DistinguishedDolphins #PositivityProject #CharacterCounts #DESStrong
23 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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🥞 Don’t miss Grits and Grand this week! 🥓
Join us for a delicious breakfast — just $4 per plate for visitors. 🍳
DES students eat free! Only visitors will need a ticket for breakfast. 🌟
23 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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Meet Our GT Teacher – Ms. Smith! 🌟✨

Ms. Smith brings creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning to our GT program here at DES! She helps our students stretch their thinking, explore new ideas, and reach their full potential. 💡📚

We’re so excited for another year of adventures and discovery with Ms. Smith leading the way! 🚀
24 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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Meet Our Amazing After School Care Team! 🌟🌈

These wonderful ladies go above and beyond to make sure our students are safe, cared for, and having fun after the school day ends. From homework help to games and activities, they help create a warm, welcoming space where kids can thrive! 💙

Shoutout to our incredible team:
✨ Amanda Seder
✨ Adrian Smith
✨ Vikki Marlow
✨ Johna Adams
✨ Kimberly Pritchett
✨ Tina McAllister

Thank you for all you do to make DES a place where students can learn, laugh, and grow — even after the bell rings! 🍎
25 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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Meet Two of Our DES Superstars! 🌟

👩‍⚕️ Nurse Trish – She’s here to keep our students healthy and happy! Whether it’s a scraped knee, a stomachache, or just needing a little TLC, Nurse Trish is always ready with a caring heart and a comforting smile. 💙

👮 Officer Haman – Our School Resource Officer is here to keep DES safe and strong! From helping in the halls to building positive relationships with students, Officer Haman brings safety, guidance, and a friendly face to our school community. 🚔

We’re so thankful for both of these amazing people who help make DES a safe, healthy, and happy place to learn and grow! 🍎
25 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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Please visit Literati.com to purchase gift cards for our book fair next week. We will open on Monday, September 8 at 8:00 am. We will be open for both Grits and Grands events at 7 am. You may also shop on Literati.com NOW for a larger selection of books. All proceeds from online and in-person sales are used to purchase new books for our library. Book fairs are our biggest fundraiser each year.
25 days ago, Marissa Galloway
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