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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is William A. Diggs?
What are the school hours for students?
Who are the principal and vice principal?
What are the school mascot and colors?
Is there full-day kindergarten at Diggs?
How do I register my child?
Is there a prekindergarten at Diggs?
Is before- and after-care offered?
Is there a school supply list that I can download?

Who is William A. Diggs?


William A. Diggs was a Charles County Public Schools student who later became a teacher. He attended Chicamuxen Elementary School and Pomonkey High School. He earned his teaching degree at Bowie State Teacher’s College and returned to teach at Bel Alton High School. Diggs is one of the first life members of the Charles County Branch of the NAACP and a co-founder of the African American Heritage Society. He founded the African American museum and after his retirement from the school system he spent his time traveling across the county and state to talk about African American History in Charles County. Diggs was born on Dec. 31, 1918 and died on Feb. 12, 1995 at the age of 76.

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What are the school hours for students?

The school day will begin at 9:20 a.m. and end at 3:50 p.m.

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Who are the principal and vice principals?

Sandra Taylor (formerly McDuffie) is the principal of William A. Diggs Elementary School for the 2010-2011 school year. David Hoogerheide is the Prek-2nd grade vice principal for the 2010-2011 school year.  Jacque Couvillon is the vice principal for grades 3-5 for the 2010-2011.

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What are the school mascot and colors?

The first year's students at William A. Diggs Elementary voted for the Hawk to be the school mascot.   Our school colors are red and yellow.

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Is there full-day kindergarten?

All kindergarten classes at Diggs are full day.

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How do I register my child?

Please visit our registration page on the CCBOE main website by clicking the underlined link.

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Is there a prekindergarten at Diggs?

Yes, prekindergarten classes are offered at Diggs. For specifics regarding all registration concerns, please visit the registration page on the CCBOE main website by clicking here .

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Is before and after-care offered?

Yes, there is before- and after-school care at Diggs. The extended-day program is offered at all public elementary schools in Charles County and is provided through a contract with AlphaBEST Education, Inc.

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Is there a school supply list that I can download?

Yes, you can download the school supply lists for each grade by clicking here.

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William A. Diggs Elementary School
2615 Davis Road
Waldorf, Maryland 20603
Hours: 9:20 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
301-638-7202, 301-638-7206, 301-753-2081
Fax: 301-638-7214