Hopkins Elementary School is helping all students develop the World-Class Skills of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate by incorporating innovative leadership and educational development systems. Hopkins Elementary's administration, faculty, and staff are committed to nurturing the whole child, encompassing academic, emotional, physical, and social well-being. We hold high expectations, foster a culture of respect and responsibility, and ensure that all students have the skills to continue growing and learning.
At the start of the 2024-2025 school year, Hopkins Elementary earned the international distinction of being the first school in South Carolina to be named a Certified Visible Learning School. Being a Certified Visible Learning School means the school has demonstrated a commitment to implementing Visible Learning principles and practices, making learning visible to students and teachers. Students understand their learning goals, track their progress, and actively seek feedback to enhance their learning. Teachers, in turn, become evaluators of their teaching, using data and feedback to refine their methods and maximize impact on student outcomes.
Throughout the 2024-2025 school year, we maintained a positive and conducive learning environment. Our continued implementation of Visible Learning has provided our school with a shared language, empowering students to take charge of their learning and give and receive feedback that propels their learning.
This past school year, we continued to increase parental, community, and stakeholder involvement through our community partnerships (Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bible Way of Atlas Road, Trinity Presbyterian, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, Restart Church, and Body of Christ Ministries), Parent Teacher Association (PTA), School Improvement Council (SIC), and other school activities. Some hosted events include the Back to School Bash, Curriculum Night, Faith & Fellowship, Grandparents' Day Drop-In, Thirsty Thursday Parent Drop-Ins, Nacho Average Parent Meetings, and Family Game Days.
During the 2024-2025 school year, we continued implementing the Ron Clark House System. This system has proven to be a dynamic, exciting, and effective way to create a positive climate and culture for our students and staff. Our students have improved their character, relationships, and school spirit. Additionally, each child could connect with their advocate within their house.
Our commitment to integrating technology remains unwavering. We ensure that all students in grades prekindergarten through 5 have access to laptops, fostering student-centered environments and providing a blended learning experience that prepares them for the future.
At Hopkins Elementary, we believe that collectively, the school, parent organizations, families, and our community play a vital role in educating and nurturing our students to be their best as we continue to prepare the students of Hopkins Elementary to be 21st-century leaders in moving forward collaboratively in our work to promote and develop future South Carolina graduates and prepare our learners to lead with confidence.
Audrey White-Garner, Principal
Kedra Baker, School Improvement Chairperson
