Berkeley County Schools will provide a county-wide system of education that ensures that all students graduate from high school prepared for success in high-quality, post- secondary opportunities in college, vocational/technical training and/or careers.

We provide a safe, inclusive, and adaptive learning environment with multiple pathways to success.

We inspire and empower all learners, preparing them for limitless opportunities.

Our schools and community are reflections of one another. Fostering civic- responsibility, community participation, and giving back creates a positive impact for students as well as the broader community.

• Student Well-Being: Learning is optimized when all students are valued and their social, emotional, physical, and academic needs are met.

• High Expectations: All students engage in a meaningful education aligned with their passions and the necessary support to achieve their goals.

• Equity: Embracing the diversity and differing perspectives of our students, families, and community;building inclusive environments; and ensuring resources are allocated according to needs makes us stronger.

• Empowering all Staff: Shared decision-making and accountability ensure we are responsive and able to collaboratively adapt to changing needs.

• Collaboration: Mutual partnerships driven by transparency, communication, and integrity support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.

Every student in Berkeley County Schools is expected to achieve at high levels, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that happens. From the boardroom to the classroom, we set and uphold clear expectations, provide rigorous, standards-based instruction, and invest in ongoing professional learning to accelerate student success.

We hold ourselves accountable for creating an equitable system where instruction, grading, and support are transparent and aligned. By actively partnering with families, educators, and community members, we foster a shared commitment to literacy and academic excellence. At the center of this work are our students, who are expected to engage actively in their learning, take ownership of their growth, and rise to the high standards set for them.

With guidance, support, and encouragement, students are accountable for putting forth their best effort, reflecting on their progress, and striving toward academic excellence. Together, we ensure that every student has access to the tools, support, and high-quality teaching necessary to meet and exceed those expectations.

Berkeley County Schools is developing a new five-year district strategic plan to serve as a clear roadmap for our schools and community to be completed by July 2026. To ensure the plan reflects diverse perspectives and priorities, the district has partnered with Hanover Research, an independent research firm, to engage staff, families, and community members throughout the planning process.

This document outlines key milestones in the strategic planning timeline, highlights progress to date, and identifies upcoming steps to refine and strengthen the plan. Berkeley County Schools is committed to building trust and meaningful engagement with all educational partners through transparency, broad representation, and active listening.

Members of the strategic planning committees represent and advocate for their colleagues and departments, contribute professional expertise and lived experience, and actively share and gather feedback to inform the district’s direction and decision-making.

Berkeley County Schools (BCS) is prioritizing strategic planning and has partnered with Hanover Research to actively engage the community in this process. The following content represents an initial draft of the 2026 Strategic Plan developed by the Strategic Planning Committee.