Oakbrook Elementary and Windsor Hill Elementary were recognized as State Department of Education 2004 Red Carpet Schools in recognition of their family-friendly environment. A total of six district schools have received the Red Carpet Award.

Fort Dorchester High School is one of this year’s 22 Palmetto Gold Award winners selected by the State Department of Education to be featured in the Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards Program Showcase.

The Robotics Team, a joint effort of Fort Dorchester High School, Summerville High School, and the business community won the prestigious Chairman’s Award at regional competition and the Inventor’s Award at the national competitions