Pelham Road Elementary School is helping all students develop the world class skills and life and career characteristics of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate by the blending of traditional studies and technology in a supportive, student-centered, and academically challenging learning environment. This environment is provided through the implementation of our school vision: “A Community of Learners.” We demonstrate this vision by challenging our students with best practices to reach their full potential and by the continuous professional development of our teachers. At Pelham Road, we strive to meet the academic, emotional, and social needs of all students. Academic supports include implementation of a balanced literacy, guided math instruction, and personalized learning. We also provide early reading intervention through our reading interventionist. We meet the social and emotional needs of our students through our comprehensive school counseling program in which regular guidance lesson are provided to classes for all students. Our partnerships with Upstate Mentor, Morningside Baptist Church, PTA, and SIC assist us in meeting the needs of our students. We also have a mental health counselor on site as well.
We are proud of our history of academic success at Pelham Road Elementary. The Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards Program recognizes and rewards schools for attaining high levels of absolute performance, high rates of growth, and for making substantial progress in closing the achievement gap between groups of students. Pelham Road has been awarded "Gold" for performance and "Silver" for closing the achievement gap. We have a variety of factors that ensure our success including an outstanding volunteer program and a supportive school community including PTA and SIC. Our students leadership raises money for local charities such and agencies that help abused and neglected animals. We also have an excellent extended day program that provides safe and stimulating activities for more than 150 children, starting with homework help and enrichment offerings. We are proud to offer a Lego club during this time as well. At Pelham Road Elementary, we believe the school, family and community must share the educational responsibility of our students. Our mission, in partnership with our home and community is to PREPARE, RESPECT, ENRICH and SUCCEED. We strive to maintain a school that is safe, secure, and inviting for the families that we serve. We are indeed proud to be called “A Community of Learners”.
Diana Crow, SIC Chair Person
Mrs. Kristy Qualls, Principal
