Sanders-Clyde Elementary School

Sanders-Clyde Elementary School is an elementary school in Charleston, SC. The school integrates arts and academics to provide meaningful, literacy-based, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. Through a co-teaching model and partnerships with organizations like Engaging Creative Minds, the school focuses on the SC College, Career, and Readiness Standards to help students become independent learners.

The school's curriculum emphasizes creativity and critical thinking by incorporating various art forms into core subjects like math, reading, writing, and speaking. Students participate in specialized activities such as maritime boat building, Story Tree Theatre, African drumming and dance, and sweetgrass basket weaving. To support academic success, the school utilizes best practices in Guided Reading, Guided Math, and Accelerated Reader, alongside research-based digital content. The school's mission is supported by a collaborative effort between teachers, staff, artists, parents, and community partners to establish a foundation for lifelong learning.

Located on Calhoun Street, the school is situated near the Charleston County Public Library and the Charleston County School District. It is a short walk from Gaillard Center Park and the Susie Jackson Freedom Memorial Garden.

Sanders-Clyde Elementary School is recognized for its academic progress, having achieved a Good rating on its SC Report Card. The school is known for its commitment to arts integration and its dedication to fostering both academic achievement and creativity in its scholars.

Sanders-Clyde Elementary School serves the Charleston community by integrating the arts and academics for student success.

Services:

• Accelerated Reader (AR)
• Attendance Initiative
• Automotive Technologies
• Health Sciences & PLTW BIO MED & Sports Medicine
• Media Technology
• PLTW Engineering
• Parent Engagement Plan
• State Standards