A College Preparatory Private Day School
Welcome to Dorchester Academy
Where Excellence is the Starting Point
Announcements
Back to school week was a huge success! We have a dynamic group of educators whose energy and passion knows no bounds. Your children are loved, protected, and cared for with immense pleasure. We are part of something truly remarkable here at DA!
Car rider line is flowing now! Thank you for your patience as we tweaked the process.
We thank everyone who came out to support the school wide clean up. We had a huge turnout! Our facilities are spruced up and ready for students!
​2025-2026 School Calendar
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Welcome our new Director of Special Services
We are excited to announce Emily Mullins Howle as the new Director of Special Services at
Dorchester Academy. A graduate of Dorchester Academy, Emily went on to earn her
undergraduate degree from Newberry College and a Master of Arts in Teaching with a
specialization in Severe and Multiple Disabilities from the University of South Carolina. She
brings over 14 years of experience in special education, including five years as a classroom
teacher and nine years providing direct interventions. Her work spans a variety of
educational settings, supporting students from elementary school through their transition
to independent adulthood. Emily is a skilled behavior interventionist, experienced IEP
developer, and a facilitator of assistive technology.
We are proud to welcome Emily back home and look forward to the leadership and
expertise she brings to this role.
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​​​​​​​In Remembrance of Mr. Rizzo
On Wednesday, February 26, we proudly held our chapel service outdoors by the new
handicapped-accessible bleachers, with all classes in attendance. It was the late
Mr. Rizzo’s dream to ensure that every generation could enjoy and experience our
games with ease. In his honor, we are proud to dedicate this area in his name,
preserving his legacy of inclusion and community at Dorchester Academy.
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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​#beacameron
Join us in supporting our school family, the Connors—Marshall, Kelly, Bryson, and Finnley
—as they honor the memory of Cameron Connor through their new foundation. The
foundation's mission is to promote a love for all things outdoor, fishing, hunting, baseball,
football, and cooking among our youth in the Lowcountry. To learn more about this
meaningful cause and how you can help, click the link below. Let’s all strive to
#beacameron.​​ www.CameronConnorfoundation.org
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Did you or someone you know serve in DA leadership between 1967 and 1980?
We would love to interview you! Contact us.
Event Calendar
Sawyer Wade
Valedictorian
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University of South Carolina
Computer Science
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Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
Grayson Hodge
Salutatorian
Clemson University
Health Science Pre-Professional Health Studies
Scholarships: LIFE, Cameron Berry Red Cross, Edisto Electric, and Rotary
Morgan Martin
3rd Honor Graduate
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Clemson University
Animal and Veterinary Sciences
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LIFE Scholarship and Beta Club Scholarship
Jaxson Kositz
4th Honor Graduate
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Clemson University
Mechanical Engineering
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Scholarships: LIFE, Diamond Youth Baseball, and Ebenezer Global Methodist Church
Layton Wimberly
5th Honor Graduate
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Clemson University
Agricultural Business
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Scholarships: LIFE, Rosa Lee Baptist Association, Dorchester Soil and Water Conservation District, Grits, Dottie Hartzog Christian, Joey Szorosy, Will Owens, PTO, and History Club
Class of 2025 Honor Graduates
John
Quattlebaum
Palmetto Boys State 2025
Lyla
Owens
Palmetto Girls State 2025
Landon
Holly
Palmetto Boys State 2025
Reese
Gaddy
Palmetto Girls State 2025
Palmetto Boys State 2025
Abe
Shuler
Celebrating Achievements, Inspiring Futures
We’d love to welcome you to our school!
If you're seeking a family-oriented, faith-based community to support and nurture your child's growth, we invite you to schedule a visit today. We look forward to meeting you and becoming a part of your journey!
