State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates 26 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher program
June 3, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis to recognize the fifth cohort of educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. This year’s Bronze level cohort included 26…
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Dominion Energy awards $50,000 to Midlands Technical College Foundation
June 3, 2024
Dominion Energy has donated $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation to fund Career Launch Grants for students in high-demand professions such as welder, HVAC technician, automotive technician, and…
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Three students named Michelin Tech Scholars
June 3, 2024
Spring Valley High School will host a Michelin Signing Day on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at noon to recognize their Michelin Tech Scholars. Class of 2024 graduates Zachary Fowler, Owen…
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St. Andrews Middle School student accepted into prestigious Michigan Arts Academy
June 3, 2024
Xavion Boyd-Gray, an eighth-grade student at St. Andrews Middle School, has been accepted into the world-renowned Interlochen Arts Academy at the Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan. Interlochen Arts…
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Richland One to provide free meals to children June 3-July 18
June 3, 2024
Again this summer, Richland One will provide free meals to any child age 18 or younger, regardless of their school district attendance zone, through the federally-funded Seamless Summer Option. From…
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Two Richland One seniors awarded $20,000 Rotary Club scholarships
June 3, 2024
Two Richland One seniors have been selected to receive $20,000 scholarships from the Columbia Rotary Club. W.J. Keenan High School senior Aarav Patel and Eau Claire High School senior James…
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Class of 2024 graduates from South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics
May 31, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) held its 35th Annual Commencement Ceremony, drawing nearly 130 families from across the state to Hartsville to honor their graduates.…
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Hundreds of educators gather for a day of learning at the EPI Center’s annual conference
May 30, 2024
As the school year ends, hundreds of educators gathered in Columbia for a full day of learning. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI…
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Kids can eat free as part of summer meals program in Lexington Two
May 29, 2024
Lexington Two announces hours and locations for this summer’s federally funded child nutrition program that provides free, nutritious breakfast and lunch meals through the months when youth are out of…
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Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation hosts Spring Conference on K-12 excellence
May 29, 2024
The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center) is hosting a Spring Professional Development Conference for educators. The conference is Wednesday, May 29, 2024,…
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Richland Library awarded National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Grant
May 28, 2024
$20,000 NEA Grant to Enhance Artist-in-Residence Program Richland Library is the recipient of a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) under the Grants for Arts Projects category.…
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Award-winning ATD SC Chapter teams up with ATD Buffalo Niagara for groundbreaking webinar on technology and workplace education
May 28, 2024
The South Carolina Chapter of the Association for Talent Development (ATD SC), recipient of numerous accolades for its commitment to excellence in talent development, announced a collaborative effort with the…
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South Carolina Virtual Charter School celebrates student and faculty achievements
May 28, 2024
The South Carolina Virtual Charter School honored the students and educators who have exemplified excellence in academics and leadership during the 2023-2024 academic year at the school’s board retreat on…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes LeAnn Calhoun of North Central Elementary as Educator of the Month
May 28, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Kershaw County School District’s LeAnn Calhoun of North Central Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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The Circus Comes to the Laurens Library
May 27, 2024
This summer, the Laurens Library is transforming into a three-ring circus with its exciting theme—Ringling Readers! All events and programs for this year’s summer reading adventure will be hosted right…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces 2024 Award Winners
May 23, 2024
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2024 award winners. Commissioner Leadership Award, Helen Rosemond-Saunders, Tri-County Technical College Honors an individual who…
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Friday Night Laser Lights returns to the State Museum this summer
May 23, 2024
Including new shows featuring music from Lady Gaga, Fleetwood Mac and more The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its popular “Friday Night Laser Lights”…
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Richland School District Two announces new principals
May 23, 2024
The upcoming academic year will bring new leadership to several Richland Two schools. William R. Whitehurst will be the new principal of L.W. Conder Elementary School. At E.L. Wright Middle…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners celebrates 20th anniversary
May 23, 2024Quackenbush Architects + Planners recognized its 20th anniversary Tuesday, May 14 with a celebration at Columbia Museum of Art. The event was attended by clients, design partners, and friends of…
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Lexington Two’s adult education graduates celebrate milestone
May 22, 2024
About 150 students are graduating with GEDs and high school diplomas from Lexington Two’s adult education program, and many of them walked in a graduation ceremony Tuesday night at the…
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South Carolina Department of Education, Dominion Energy host luncheon to celebrate student writing contest winners
May 22, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and Dominion Energy recognized five students from across the state Tuesday for their outstanding submissions in the fourth annual Strong Men & Women…
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Airport High School teacher named Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 20, 2024
Airport High School’s Tammi Campbell has been named the Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union Youth Financial Educator of the Year. Campbell, who chairs Airport’s Career and Technology Education (CATE) Department…
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Calhoun named Lexington One’s Executive Director of High Schools and Postsecondary Pathways
May 20, 2024
At their May 14 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved Casey B. Calhoun as the district’s new Executive Director of High Schools and Postsecondary…
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Original Six Foundation distributes over 30,000 books to kindergarten students in rural & underserved communities
May 16, 2024
There’s no greater gift to a child than teaching him or her to read. There’s also no more important academic skill. That’s why the Original Six Foundation’s My First Library…
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Joining forces to support Healthy Learners’ signature fundraising event, Nashville Songwriters in the Round
May 15, 2024
Healthy Learners announced and recognized the newest members of its 2024 Nashville Songwriters in the Round Promotions Committee. This talented group of community advocates have joined forces across industries to…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards 2024 Administrator of the Year Award to Dr. Bill Coon
May 15, 2024
The Lexington One Educational Foundation presented its 2024 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Dr. William “Bill” Coon at the Lexington County School District One Board of…
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South Carolina State Museum joins Blue Star Museums program this summer
May 15, 2024
Museum to offer free general admission to active-duty military and their Families The South Carolina State Museum is proud to be part of the Blue Star Museums initiative, a national…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants
May 15, 2024
For the 12th year, babies born on May 29 are eligible to receive PalmettoBaby grant for future education State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program…
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Denmark Technical College graduates first class at Allendale Correctional Institute
May 14, 2024
DENMARK, SC – Denmark Technical College is providing hope for the future to incarcerated individuals in South Carolina. On May 8, nine individuals representing the first class of students to…
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Doris Glymph Greene to receive Doctor of Humane Letters
May 10, 2024
Ecumenical University announced the presentation of the Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa to Doris Glymph Greene at its 28th Annual Convocation on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM…
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Ecumenical University appoints James L. Felder as its third president
May 10, 2024
The Board of Trustees of Ecumenical University announced the appointment of James L. Felder as its third president. Bishop Redfern II, founder of Ecumenical Church and University, officially announced, heralding…
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Ecumenical University
May 9, 2024
Ecumenical University is a Christian academic community in the tradition of evangelical institutions of higher education. As such, Ecumenical continues the philosophy of education that first gave rise to the…
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Ecumenical Church and University announces 28th Convocation and Investiture Ceremony
May 9, 2024COLUMBIA, SC – Ecumenical University announced the 28th Ecumenical Church and University Convocation, which will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM at the Metropolitan Convention Center,…
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Lauren Taylor Law to surprise two South Carolina educators with a trip to Italy
May 8, 2024
Lauren Taylor Law, a leading law firm in South Carolina, is excited to announce a unique opportunity for two South Carolina educators to experience the trip of a lifetime. The…
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Two Richland One school nurses receive district’s first DAISY Awards
May 8, 2024
In conjunction with the observance of National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2024) and School Nurse Day (May 8, 2024), two Richland One school nurses were named recipients of the district’s…
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Dreher High counseling chairman named Midlands Region Career and Technical Education School Counselor of the Year
May 8, 2024
Dreher High School counseling chairman Kevin Kirkley has been named the 2024 Midlands Region Career and Technical Education (CTE) School Counselor of the Year by the Midlands Education and Business…
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High school students receive hands-on look at skilled energy careers
May 8, 2024
Dominion Energy, Columbia Urban League partner on diverse recruitment efforts Nearly 30 high school seniors from diverse backgrounds gathered in the Midlands for a behind-the-scenes look at skilled careers in…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Dr. Analisa Smith of Dutch Fork Middle School as Educator of the Month
May 6, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Dr. Analisa Smith of Dutch Fork Middle School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of…
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Columbia College announces new executive leadership
May 6, 2024
President of Columbia College, Dr. John H. Dozier, announced the appointment of Mechelle English, MA ‘14 as the next Vice President of Development. Mechelle has over 25 years of vast…
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South Carolina Superintendent of the Year and District Administrator of the Year announced
May 6, 2024
Beaufort County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Frank Rodriguez, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Lexington-Richland District Five Director of Human Resources, Dr. Reggie Wicker, has…
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Lexington One promotes employees to executive directors
May 6, 2024
At the April 30 meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Jim Jett to fill the vacant executive director of operations position and…
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GSSM receives $30,000 grant from The Trane Technologies Foundation to provide scholarships for summer programs
May 6, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to announce it has received a $30,000 grant from The Trane Technologies Foundation. This grant will support…
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Lexington School District Two opens new Performing Arts Center
May 1, 2024State-of-the-art facility to transform arts education for Lexington Two students and beyond Lexington School District Two proudly announces the grand opening of its new 103,400-square-foot Performing Arts Center and district…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities receives national programming accreditation
April 30, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public residential high school for the arts located in downtown Greenville, announced that it received a reaccreditation by the…
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Lexington High Student receives $40,000 Scholarship and Internship offer from Amazon
April 29, 2024
Camila Rivera de Jesús from Lexington High School has been named an Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient. She will receive up to $40,000 over four years to pursue a degree…
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Columbia College Spring 2024 Commencement
April 26, 2024
“You are meant to do great things, and you will do them.” Graduation Speaker Savannah King shared words of power and promise for her fellow Class of 2024 graduates. She…
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Richland One announces finalists for top employee honors
April 25, 2024
Richland One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon has announced the finalists for the district’s 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year and Classified Employee of the Year Awards. “The finalists for these prestigious…
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Two Richland One High Schools ranked among ‘Best High Schools’ in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Ranking
April 25, 2024
Two Richland One high schools have been named among the “Best High Schools” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024 ranking. Dreher High School and…
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New Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School principal announced
April 25, 2024
A familiar face will return to Lonnie B. Nelson as principal this summer. Dr. Maranda Hayward will become the new principal effective July 1. She will replace Dr. Twanisha Garner,…
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Presbyterian College to celebrate inauguration of 20th President, Dr. Anita Gustafson
April 24, 2024
The inauguration of Presbyterian College’s 20th president, Dr. Anita Gustafson, is being celebrated this spring with a weeklong series of events commemorating the historic occasion. Gustafson’s inauguration begins at 11…
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