Back to School
2024-2025

Lower School (K4 - 5th Grade)

Welcome! 

Dear Lower School Families,

Welcome back to school! It is with great excitement and anticipation that we begin another wonderful year at James Island Christian School. I hope you have all had a fantastic summer filled with laughter, relaxation, and cherished moments with family and friends.

To our returning students, welcome back! We have missed your smiles and enthusiasm. To our new students and families joining us for the first time, we extend a warm welcome. You are now part of our JICS family, and we are thrilled to have you with us. We cannot wait to see what all of our students will achieve this year.

Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment where each child can thrive. From exciting lessons in the classroom to creative activities on the playground, we are here to support and encourage every child's unique journey of discovery. As we partner with our local churches and your families, we are excited to spend another school year accomplishing our mission of instilling an educational foundation that is Christ-centered, Biblically-based, academically excellent, and service-driven.

Together, let us make this school year a remarkable one! Here's to new friendships, exciting discoveries, and countless opportunities to grow in wisdom, grace and Godliness.
 
In Christ,

Christen Anderson

Christen Anderson

Lower School (K4 - 5th Grade)
Principal

Important Dates

NEW FAMILIES
ICE CREAM SOCIAL

SUNDAY, AUG. 11
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM ·  JICS GYM
New families are invited to meet your JICS mentor family and staff. We will talk through upcoming events and answer questions over ice cream and conversation.

RSVP: Alicia Gunst at agunst@jics.org

PRAYER WALK

SUNDAY, AUG. 11
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for a guided prayer walk through the campus as we seek the Lord's will and blessing over our children, faculty and staff. 

MAP TESTING

TUESDAY, AUG. 13
 JICS CAMPUS
Lower School students (3rd - 5th) grades are required to choose and attend a MAP test date.* Reserve your preferred time below.

*If you have tested at JICS since June 1, please reach out to admissions@jics.org to determine if you need to attend a testing session.

MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT

TUESDAY, AUG. 13
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM  ·  JICS CAMPUS
Bring your school supplies to class and meet your teacher, and pick up your parent information packet (including carpool lane assignments). During this fun and exciting event, learn more about sports, clubs, and PTF opportunities.

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

THURSDAY, AUG. 15
CAR POOL LANE OPENS AT 7:40 AM
Get ready for an action packed school year. See you on campus!

BLESSING OF THE SCHOOL

SUNDAY, AUG. 18
10:00 AM  ·  JAMES ISLAND CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Join us at the 10 AM service at James Island Christian Church for a special blessing of JICS. All families are welcome to join.

Meet the Lower School Teachers

Put a face with a name and find your teacher below.

Courtney Smith

K4

Ashley Miller

K4

Bonny Southworth

K4

Joanne Brown

K4 Bible & Dir. Afterschool Care

Alice Elliott 

K5

Ashley Eckert

K5

Katie Lewis

1st Grade

Kara Reedy

1st Grade

Amanda Blom

2nd Grade

Cathy Hamilton

2nd Grade

Cleo Costa

3rd Grade

Teya Bunney 

3rd Grade

Emily Pawson

4th Grade

Marissa Petrarca

4th Grade

Wendi Murray

5th Grade

Joelyn Phillips

5th Grade

Sarah-Grace Shawver

Music

Sam Johnson

Art & P.E.

 Shelby Halpern 

Art & P.E.

Emmaline Windsor

Spanish

   

Michelle Townsend

Athletic Director & P.E. Teacher

 

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