Mount Pleasant parents should be aware of several new and evolving school policies affecting students during the 2025-26 school year, especially those governed by the Charleston County School District (CCSD).
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Classrooms
The CCSD is drafting new policies to guide the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools. These proposed changes will emphasize:
Preparing students to responsibly use AI tools for schoolwork and future jobs.
Teaching digital well-being, data privacy, and online safety.
Seeking community feedback before enactment, with the first reading of the policy set for December 8, 2025.
Plans for phased implementation, beginning with staff training and eventually extending to classrooms by 2026-27.
Parents are encouraged to stay involved, learn about technology their children use, and monitor screen time to ensure safe and effective AI use.​
Academic Initiatives and Support
Mount Pleasant schools are focusing on:
Improved differentiated instruction strategies to increase academic achievement across all grades.
Expanded support for students struggling with core subjects, with specific initiatives for reading and math.
Maintaining class size ratios (such as 22:1 in K-4, per federal and state guidelines).
Increased access to accelerated and Advanced Placement (AP) classes for advanced learners, including enrichment in both middle and high school.​
Communication and Engagement
Parents can access important updates and communicate with schools through platforms like ParentSquare and dedicated parent portals. These systems provide alerts, policy updates, and allow for two-way messaging between families and school staff.​
Safety and Well-being
Mount Pleasant schools operate under a district-wide emergency plan, ensuring protocols address a range of safety and crisis scenarios. Schools are updating emergency preparedness and identification requirements as needed, and parents will receive notification of drills and new security measures.​
Staying informed via the district’s website, parent portal, and school board meetings is strongly recommended to keep up with changes and resources. These policies reflect Mount Pleasant’s commitment to modern, safe, and inclusive education for every studentt.
SOURCES
[1](https://abcnews4.com/news/education-news/charleston-county-school-district-considers-ai-education-policy-south-carolina-ai-for-education-ccsd)
[2](https://abcnews4.com/news/local/charleston-county-school-district-considers-ai-education-policy-south-carolina-ai-for-education-ccsd)
[3](https://www.mpisd.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2024-25-DIP.pdf)
[4](https://www.mtplcsd.org/parents-and-community/parent-portal)
[5](https://www.mtplcsd.org/parents-and-community/parentsquare)
