Memminger Elementary School

Memminger Elementary School is a public elementary school in Charleston, SC, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is part of the Charleston County School District and emphasizes a supportive, engaging environment where students love to learn. It offers a range of academic and extracurricular programs, including the Reading Around the Bases initiative, which recognized Memminger as the top-performing school for second graders in the district for two consecutive years. The school also hosts unique programs such as therapy dog visits for reading, a Gardening Club focused on growing spring vegetables, and annual events like the Fun Run and River Dogs Kickball Game. Students benefit from a dedicated staff, including Principal Michael Antonelli and Assistant Principals Emily Daniel and Kory Roberts.

The school’s website highlights a mission centered on creating a community where teachers choose to teach, families want to send their children, and students love attending every day. Memminger School of Global Studies, the school’s current designation, reflects its commitment to fostering global awareness and literacy. The school’s calendar includes regular events such as teacher workdays, community celebrations, and student-led activities like the Peace Parade and virtual tours. Students engage in meaningful learning through hands-on experiences, including journaling observations from their garden and participating in district-wide literacy challenges.

Located on Beaufain Street in downtown Charleston, Memminger Elementary is situated just a short distance from several notable landmarks. It is about 0.1 miles from The Riviera Theater, the Memminger Auditorium, and Gangi Courtyard, a nearby park. The school is also near Alicia's Garden and Jane A. Zazzaro, Psy.D., a local clinic, placing it in a vibrant cultural and civic hub of the city.

Memminger Elementary School stands out for its strong student engagement, community partnerships, and consistent academic achievement, particularly in literacy. The school’s success in district-wide reading programs and its active student life reflect a culture of learning, care, and celebration. As a cornerstone of Charleston’s educational landscape, Memminger continues to nurture curious, confident learners in the heart of the historic peninsula.

Services:

• Inclusion Policy
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program
• SEL Curriculum
• Student Code of Conduct
• Virtual Tour