Wavelength Newsletter
A Look at the Week Ahead
Monday, May 25, 2026
- No School.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
- Make up exams as scheduled.
- Senior Graduation Practice and Check out scheduled.
- Afternoon Academy will be in the Principal's Conference Room for those registered.
- Dance Team Showcase at 5:30 pm
- Athletics Awards at 6:15 pm
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
- Make up exams as scheduled.
- Afternoon Academy will be in the Principal's Conference Room for those registered. Final Day
- Senior Awards Night at 6pm.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
- Last day of school. Half Day, dismissal at 11am, scholars may dismiss with families after academic awards.
- Academic Honor Roll Award Ceremony
- Grades 6,7, @ 8:15 am
- Grades 9,10, 11 @ 9:30
Friday, May 22, 2026
- Teacher workday.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
- First Day of School of the 2026-2027 School Year! (CCSMS will follow the CCSD Calendar linked here.)
Looking ahead:
- Tuesday, August 11, First Day of School of the 2026-2027 School Year! (CCSMS will follow the CCSD Calendar linked here.)
Note from the CCSMS Administration
Dear CCSMS Families and Scholars,
We wrap up the school year this week with several well deserved celebrations! We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our scholars with you!
Athletic Awards on Tuesday Night at 6:15 pm
Senior Awards Wednesday Night at 6pm
Academic Awards on Thursday Morning - Honor Roll
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- Grades 6,7, @ 8:15 am
- Grades 9,10, 11 @ 9:30
Graduation - Class of 2026 on Saturday at 11am!
Thank you,
The CCSMS Admin Team
Who to reach out to
Here are some tips for who it reach out to with questions, ideas, or concerns:
- If you have questions about PowerSchool, bus transportation, or other front office related matters, please email the front office and someone will respond to you.
- If you have general questions about middle school, Mrs. Carter is the Assistant Principal for middle school at CCSMS, and is always happy to help guide you and answer questions.
- If you have general questions about high school, Mr. Thompson is our Assistant Principal for high school and is ready to help support your scholar's success at CCSMS.
- If you have questions about your scholar's IEP or 504 plan, Mrs. Cannon can assist you.
- For attendance, records, address/email/phone number updates, admissions, and enrollment, please reach out to Mrs. Woolum.
- Mrs. Frasier, our lead principal, can assist you if an issue is not resolved at the teacher or administrative team level. She handles all of our day to day operations.
- Mrs. Carmichael, our Executive Principal and CEO, can assist you if you have an issue you need to discuss that impacts the overall functioning of the school.
- If you have an appeal of an administrator decision, there is a formal process to bring that issue to the board. You can reach the board members to start that process.
Career, College, Community Partners, and Curriculum Information
Internship, Volunteer & Apprenticeship Opportunities Available!
Is your scholar 15 years old or older and ready to start building their future?
Spring and summer are the perfect times to gain real-world experience through internships, volunteer work, employment or apprenticeship programs! These opportunities allow scholars to explore career interests, build resumes, develop professional skills, and make valuable connections before graduation.
Scholars interested in learning more should visit Mrs. Manigault in Room 229B during RIP Time (Tuesday–Friday, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM).
Mrs. Manigault is available to help scholars:
Explore career interests
Locate internship and volunteer opportunities
Apply for apprenticeships
Connect with programs in fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, and more
Encourage your scholar to take advantage of this exciting opportunity to get ahead and begin exploring their future today!
Athletics Website
Please visit the CCSMS Riptide Athletics Website for updates and schedules.
Reminder: Athletics Physicals must be in PlanetHS. See CCSMS Riptide Athletics Website for information. Email AD Traquair with questions.
Upcoming at CCSMS
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Senior Checkin and Graduation Practice
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HS Final Exam Make Up
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Dance Team Performance
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Senior Awards Night
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Academic Awards
Academic Awards on Thursday May 28th, 8:15 for Middle School, 9:30 for High School, scholars may be dismissed with parents or guardians after the event.
Charleston Charter School for Math & Science
Updates from the Website
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School Bus Stops
Please visit our Bus Transportation Page
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School Picture Lookup & Ordering

Strawbridge Studios has a NEW Code Lookup Tool for 2025-2026 school pictures! Parents can simply scan the QR code in the link below and follow the directions to access their child's picture ordering gallery. No need to contact Customer Service for an access code! *Student last name and Student ID number will be required for data security.*
Charleston Charter School for Math & Science
CCSMS Family, Faculty, and Friends - F3
Ready to start to plan for an amazing 2026-2027 school year!
Use this Sign Up Sheet to let us know what you may be interested in helping with: https://signup.com/go/JyiaChZ
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The CCSMS Family, Faculty, and Friends organization (F3) encompasses the PTO, Athletic Booster, Band Booster, and School Activities Supports.
Some simple ways to get involved:
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Join us online on Facebook
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Link those Harris Teeter cards to our school – our #7617 and add CCSMS to your to your Publix account.
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Donate backpacks, uniform clothing, tissues, classroom supplies, and gift cards when you can. They can be dropped off in the front office and will be put to use based on the priorities of the day.
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Drop off and Pick Up at CCSMS - Please use the designated drop-off area at the back of the school in the car loop only
Please use the designated drop-off area at the back of the school in the car loop only.
The mission of the Charleston Charter School for Math and Science is to educate scholars for success in college and careers by providing an innovative learning environment that is academically excellent, developmentally responsive, and socially equitable.
Go Riptide!
Thanks for reading the Wavelength. The Wavelength is our weekly email communication at CCSMS. Families will also receive a robocall once a week with a summary of any major events or info you need.
Wavelength: noun. : 1. The measurement of the distance between any two corresponding points on adjacent waves. 2. λ = velocity divided by frequency. 3. A weekly CCSMS communication to inform and unite.