Skip To Main Content

Home

A brick building with a red roof and signage for a university bookstore stands in the foreground, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway in the background.
We are the Minicats!

Welcome to Minnie Hughes Elementary, the best little school on Yonges Island! At Minnie Hughes, we are committed to creating a school culture of teamwork and collaboration encouraging every student to give their best every day. Our educators, students, and parents work collaboratively to set the tone for student-driven goals that promote academic rigor by intentionally being #ALLIN. 

Here, you will find all of the reasons why we love learning.  At Minnie Hughes, we prioritize strong, foundational learning that educates the "Whole Child." Through our hands-on approach to education, we strive to attract the best teachers to foster learning. So take a minute to scroll through our site. You will quickly see why Minnie Hughes has become our parents' first choice.

CDStudentpainting
Minicats are Intentional

Our Minicats are intentional about engaging students in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that encourage creativity, exploration, and self-expression.

A group of young students sitting on the floor in a classroom
Minicats build Relationships

Here at Minnie Hughes, building long-lasting relationships matters. These relationships help students to build the self-efficacy skills needed to be successful in the classroom. Every classroom begins and ends with a circle. These circles help students to learn skills like perseverance, assertiveness, and how to remain focused during challenging activities.

Children measuring each other
Minicats are Intentional

Here at Minnie Hughes, educators are intentional about providing hands-on learning opportunities that actively engage students, promote critical thinking, and deepen understanding. Through meaningful experiences, students are encouraged to explore, collaborate, and make connections that support lasting learning.

A young child is sitting at a table in a classroom, surrounded by various school supplies and materials, engaged in a learning activity.
Minicats are Engaged!

MHES Kaleidoscope Program

Students attending Minnie Hughes have the opportunity to participate in the 21st Century After School Learning Center.  In the afterschool program, students have the option to participate in dance, karate, tumbling, running club and the reading club. This program gives students a chance to practice what they are learning in school. Programs like this provide enrichment so that students are engaged and on task even after school is out!

Thankyou-Sciencemostimproved
Minicats are Growing!

Our Minicats were acknowledged for being in the TOP 5 schools with the most improved Science scores in the Charleston County School District.

Minicats are supported
Minicats are Supported

Art Therapy

During sessions, the art therapist discusses students' needs, suggests art media, and work with students to utilize the creative process and resulting artwork to meet therapeutic goals. Art therapists are professionals who possess a Master's Degree in the field of Art Therapy. 

Here, at Minnie Hughes, we focus on the whole child and pour into them, one child at a time.

A group of children sitting around a table decorated with holiday ornaments and enjoying a meal together in a classroom setting.
Minicats are Career-Driven

Clubs

Here at Minnie Hughes, we prioritize being career driven. Our clubs allow students to explore their interests, build real-world skills, and grow their confidence while discovering future career possibilities.

Thankyou-elagrowth
Minicats are Excelling!

Our minicats were acknowledged for having the "Highest Elementary ELA Growth" in Charleston County School District. Thank you so much for supporting our growth, parents. We are "Intentionally All In."

A group of smiling African American individuals, likely students or staff, posing together in a classroom setting with yellow walls and various educational materials visible in the background.
Minicats have Community

Here at Minnie Hughes, community means more than just a word—it’s the bond between families, students, and staff, working together to support every child’s growth. It’s the bond between families, students, and staff, working together to support every child’s growth.

 

Two young girls in burgundy shirts are sitting at a table, engaged in an arts and crafts activity. The background features a colorful, decorated classroom environment.
Minicats are Dedicated

Afterschool Tutoring Program

Minicats are dedicated. Our students show commitment and determination by participating in afterschool tutoring, taking ownership of their learning, and working hard to reach their goals—both in and out of the classroom.

Thankyou-2ratingsRC
Minicats are "On the Road to Good"

Our Minicats have been working really hard, and the hard work is paying off. We have successfully advanced TWO report card ratings. Thank you to all of the students, teachers, parents, and all growth partners for pushing us. We are "On the Road to Good."

A large group of people, mostly young women, wearing matching maroon and yellow shirts, standing together in a brightly lit room with a banner that says %22MHE%22 in the background.
Minicats "Unlock Potential"

We know that we all bring different passions, gifts, strengths, and weaknesses to the table. However, the power of our school lies within the family culture that we create. It is the story that we create when we come together and change the narrative. We collaborate until we find the answer.

We are ONE family that operates like a key to "Unlock the Potential" of our students. We work together to encourage students, teachers, and parents to unlock their potential and set goals for the year ahead.

We are the Minnie Hughes Family!

News & Announcements

Upcoming Events

View Full Calendar

When I need help, I know that I can count on my teacher and my classmates to to help me. He pushes us to do our best no matter what. I like that about him.Jhase Jenkins, Grade 3

From the perspective of a previous Minicat and a current educator, I love how Minnie Hughes has a warm atmosphere that embraces & cultivates our shared Gullah-Geechie culture. There's no other place that gives me the sense of belonging that Minnie Hughes does & for that, I am forever grateful to be part of this family.2024 Rookie Teacher of the Year, Ms. Zataya Rivenbark