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From the Principal's Desk

It is my sincere pleasure to welcome you to the 2012-2013 school year. Alice Drive Elementary is a special place that strives to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which each child can flourish. The entire staff and I look forward to working with you as we endeavor to achieve this goal.

Our theme for this school year is "Together We Can Make a Difference." We believe that the child who knows that his/her parents/guardians are interested in and supportive of the instructional program will also enjoy greater academic and overall developmental success. We value the principle that open communication and continued support from parents, students, teachers, administration, and the community is the key to promoting successful schools. I believe that if we keep these beliefs in mind, the 2012-2013 school year will be a very productive year!

Thank you for sending in your Box Tops for Education this year! We use these box tops to earn free supplies and equipment for our school. Please continue sending them, and make sure they are in a Ziploc bag or an envelope with your child’s name written on it.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s education, please stop in, give me a call, or e-mail me. I have an open door policy and will be glad to meet or talk with you at your convenience. Our normal office hours are 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

We look forward to working with you this year!

Sheree T. Boozer
Principal

Classroom Spotlight

Mrs. Forester's 4th Grade Class!

Daily Announcements

April is the Month of the Military Child

During the month of April, we recognize the contributions our students make as their parent(s) or guardian(s) serve as a member of the military. Whether Active Duty or Reserve, these individuals and their children are recognized for their sacrifice, diligence, and patriotism for our county.

There are over two million military children who transition from place to place and school to school each year. As these changes are made, not only are these children experiencing frequent moves, but also deployment, shifts in family dynamics, and reintegration. The month of April is a perfect time to pause and acknowledge their sacrifices, resilience, and strength of character. We encourage you to thank these children because as their family serves, these children do as well!

Information for Parents

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Please click here to see the 2012 Bus Routes for ADE!

Our School is Special!

ADE Is a Red Carpet School!

Red Carpet Schools are recognized by the S. C. State Department of Education for creating a family-friendly school environment and providing excellent customer service. Our faculty and staff strive to make our students and their families, as well as members of our community, feel welcome at ADE!

ADE is a Palmetto Gold Award School!

ADE was recognized with the Palmetto Gold Award by the SC State Department of Education based on our 2009 PASS test results. Congratulations, students and staff of Alice Drive Elementary, for your hard work in preparing for the PASS test each year!

Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to Mrs. Lisa Avins, our Teacher of the Year for 2012-13!

"Next year will be my 30th year as a teacher. My past 17 years have been at ADE, with the past 10 in 5th grade. Before fifth grade I taught 3rd grade here, and 6th and 8th grade English/Language Arts at Alice Drive Middle School. I love teaching 5th grade, and I love to help students see connections between good reading and good writing. I also love to help students develop a life-long love for reading. I am married to Rick Avins, and I have one daughter, Nora Anne."