Bluffton parents should know about several key updates in Beaufort County School District (BCSD) policies for the 2025-2026 school year, including new financial literacy graduation requirements, stricter makeup work deadlines, and reinforced dress code standards at Bluffton High School.​
Graduation and Credit Policies
Students entering as freshmen in 2023-2024 or later must complete a one-half credit in financial literacy to graduate, aligning with South Carolina State Board of Education rules. Class status requires minimum credits like 6 for freshman to sophomore (including 1 English and 1 math), with flexibility for failed core courses if totals are met. Summative assessments comprise 60% of quarter grades, with at least five per quarter.​
Attendance and Makeup Work
Makeup work after absences must be completed within one class day per missed day, up to one week maximum, with 10-point deductions per additional day and required seat time recovery. Previously assigned work is due immediately upon return.​
Dress Code and Discipline
Bluffton High School enforces a uniform policy to promote safety, reduce distractions, and minimize gang affiliations or contraband, prohibiting specified items during school hours per Regulation SS-17. Violations lead to progressive penalties based on severity and student history. Parents can review the full Student Handbook for details on grading, technology use, and appeals.
SOURCES
[1](https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1722352871/beaufortk12scus/klqbgkweicnycvojfxng/StudentHandbook2025.pdf)
[2](https://blhs.beaufortschools.net/whats-new)
[3](https://www.crossschools.org)
[4](https://www.beaufortschools.net/student-services/district-discipline-policies-and-code-of-conduct)
[5](https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1754425278/beaufortk12scus/vfmuo85nv1bixp7irdoo/StudentHandbook2025updated8_5_25docx.pdf)
