Edith L Frierson Elementary School

Edith L Frierson Elementary School is a school in Wadmalaw Island, SC, located at 6133 Maybank Highway. It operates as a Montessori program within the Charleston County School District, emphasizing hands-on, student-led learning. The school provides an educational experience across multiple grade levels through an integrated, culturally diverse, and innovative curriculum.

The mission is to develop confident, life-long learners who are competent, responsible, and self-motivated. The school fosters critical thinking and creativity in a safe environment where parents and teachers support children. Students participate in a student-run business that provides Career and Technical Education experiences to teach entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Academic growth is a key focus, with students earning progress percentage points that outperformed the SC state average by 43%.

Under the leadership of Principal Latrice Smalls, the school follows Montessori principles to prepare students for individuality and peace. The faculty provides personalized instruction and support to every student, emphasizing collaboration between educators, parents, and the community. The school also offers a band program and provides free and reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program.

The school participates in the Linking Opportunities to Classrooms and Learners (LOCAL) program, which strengthens partnerships between the Charleston County School District and local businesses and community organizations. This initiative helps provide valuable resources and support to ensure students and teachers thrive. The school publishes annual community reports to keep families informed of its progress.

The school sits on Maybank Highway, roughly a mile from Fickling Creek and a mile and a half from the Wadmalaw Island Post Office.

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Services:

• Parent Portal
• Parent and Family Engagement Policy/Title One
• Parent-Teacher Association