GSSM receives $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support STEM summer camps
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has received $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support GSSM’s GoSciTech summer camps. These hands-on STEM programs serve rising sixth through tenth grade students through residential, day, and virtual courses that explore a wide range of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology topics.
“We are thrilled to continue partnering with GSSM to provide resources that afford access to the best educational STEM camps for students throughout the state, regardless of circumstances and location,” Jammie McDonald, manager of Retail Banking at First Citizens Bank, said. “This ongoing partnership is a testament to our shared desire to equip young people with the skills to own their economic success and to help them discover what’s possible in their lives.”
Each summer, GoSciTech camps take place at 17 locations across South Carolina and serve more than 1,000 students. Courses are updated each year to reflect emerging technologies, student interests, and available funding from donors like First Citizens Bank.
“As GSSM continues to grow its impact in STEM education across the state, we could not do it without supportive partners like First Citizens Bank,” Danny Dorsel, president of GSSM, said. “This coming year will see more educational opportunities for South Carolina students and teachers in robotics and AI from GSSM. First Citizens Bank plays an important role in being able to provide these unique learning opportunities.”
First Citizens Bank’s continued support underscores a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality STEM education and preparing South Carolina’s next generation of leaders and innovators.
Families interested in GSSM’s 2026 summer camps can visit www.scgssm.org/summercamps to join the mailing list. Applications open March 2, 2026.
About the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is a nationally ranked top 10 public high school that exists to bring world-class STEM education to students across the state. Founded in 1988 by Gov. Carroll Campbell, GSSM is a state resource that offers a variety of programs including an intensive two-year residential high school, online courses, summer camps, and in-school experiences for students in 3rd through 12th grades. At GSSM challenge is viewed as a gateway to opportunity. Learn more about how we help students realize their full potential by visiting www.scgssm.org.
About the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation
The GSSM Foundation advocates for GSSM and provides funds and support to enhance its programs and students’ educational endeavors. The Foundation connects GSSM with a broad community and showcases GSSM’s contribution to quality of life and economic prosperity of South Carolina and beyond.
