"Our district is helping all students develop World Class Skills and life and career characteristics of the Profile of a South Carolina Graduate by personalizing the educational journeys for students from birth through adult education. Spartanburg Four students are presented with high expectations and are assisted in reaching these expectations through supportive relationships that foster academic rigor and strong self-discipline and self-control. Spartanburg Four supports struggling students (note: it is okay to struggle) through various learning paths--virtual classes, Wolverine Express, Alternative School, and Extended School Programs. Simultaneously, our district practices AP inclusion by offering multiple Advanced Placement courses and dual credit courses. District Four aligns curricula vertically and horizontally with College and Career Readiness as the focal point beginning with 3-K and extending through high school where students finalize their Individualized Graduation Plans (IGPs). All of these characteristics promote the development of world class skills in meeting the needs of the graduate.
District Four addresses the soft skills of the Profile of a South Carolina Graduate by developing teamwork and other life characteristics through extensive athletic and co-curricular opportunities. We encourage student involvement in multiple school programs- athletic, artistic, and academic, as to push them while providing a layer of support as parents and educators. We expect every employee in Spartanburg Four to model appropriate behavior daily through positive attitudes, consistent efforts, appropriate appearance, and personal character. We expect our School Board, Superintendent, and Administrative Staff to support what is in the best interest of our students. Pushing our students to their individual limits while loving and supporting them reflects our vision of "Impacting and empowering students for the future through high expectations, academic rigor, supportive relationships, and the development of a strong work ethic in a safe and orderly environment."
We teach students to persevere through life's struggles while providing assistance in their pursuit of excellence. We embrace early childhood literacy, the key to success in school and throughout life by providing universal full day 4K and half day 3K. We encourage students to develop talents at RD Anderson Applied Technology Center. Our programs remind students that not only is it okay to work hard, but that hard work builds lifelong character. We model good manners and expect good manners in return from our students. Most importantly, our district helps our students realize that serving others results in a sense of purpose, belonging, and accomplishment. "Working together as a school and community, we can continue to provide a foundation for our future that will ensure every graduate an opportunity for a successful future." W. Rallie Liston
