Original Six Afterschool program expands to reach more rural students in high-poverty public schools
September 18, 2023
The Original Six Foundation (O6) is continuing to grow its commitment to ensure a student’s educational opportunities are not limited by the zip code in which they live with the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation announces 2023 President’s Fellows
September 13, 2023Initiative seeks to increase diversity of male leadership within the philanthropic sector. SOUTH CAROLINA – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced a new cohort of the President’s…
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South Carolina Council on the Holocaust recognizes E. L. Wright middle school teacher
September 12, 2023
Scott Auspelmyer, Executive Director of the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust and Riane Alli Ott, 8th grade teacher at E. L. Wright Middle School. Wright Middle School teacher Riane…
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Westwood Athletic Director joins an elite group of Certified Master Athletic Administrators
September 12, 2023
Dr. Garrett Knight, Athletic Director at Westwood High School is leading by example by voluntarily earning the distinction of being a Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA). According to the National…
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S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 12, 2023
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
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Hand Middle School Principal selected for South Carolina School Leadership Executive Institute
September 12, 2023
Hand Middle School Principal Dr. Patrice Green has been selected for the South Carolina Leadership Executive Institute (SLEI). Hand Middle School Principal Dr. Patrice Green has been selected for the…
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Newberry College appoints Nash as chief development officer
September 12, 2023
Newberry College has announced the appointment of William “Bill” Nash to the role of chief development officer. “Bill has demonstrated, through decades of experience, the qualities of a great leader…
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USC observes 60th anniversary of desegregation
September 12, 2023
Officials broke ground for monument that will honor the three Black students who enrolled in 1963 The University of South Carolina commemorated the 60th anniversary of desegregation with an observance at…
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School District Five coordinator selected for leadership institutes
September 12, 2023
Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Coordinator of Youth and Family Services, Davida Price, has been selected to participate in two leadership institutes. Price has been selected to participate in the Fred…
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School District Five school earns recertification from Magnet Schools of America
September 12, 2023
Spring Hill High School Career Pathways Magnet has received national recertification by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. Spring Hill High School Career…
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S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 8, 2023
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
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USC Alumni Association announces 2023 Alumni Award recipients
September 7, 2023
The University of South Carolina Alumni Association announced Thursday (Sept. 7) the recipients of the university’s 2023 Alumni Awards. David Beasley, ’79, ’83 has been named the Algernon Sydney Sullivan…
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Grandparents’ Role in Saving for College
September 6, 2023
By South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Administrator of Future Scholar College Savings Plan Friends often tell me how much their lives are enriched by the special bond they share…
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Richland Two students show recovery and increased scores on SC Ready/SC Pass
September 5, 2023
Students demonstrated strong gains in ELA for the third straight year in Richland Two. Students showed significant improvement in 4th, 6th and 7th grades. The district has erased the COVID-19…
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Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards more than $65,000 to South Carolina
August 29, 2023
Grants Part of Nearly $2.6 Million Awarded to Youth Literacy Programs During its 30th Anniversary Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) announced the award of more than $65,000 in youth…
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Newberry College celebrates August master’s graduates
August 29, 2023
Nearly one year since conferring its inaugural master’s degrees of the 21st century, Newberry College is celebrating its fourth cohort of graduates in organizational development & leadership. The graduates include:…
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Kokos appointed Newberry College CFO
August 29, 2023
Newberry College has announced the appointment of Jonathan M. Kokos to the role of vice president for business & finance and chief financial officer. “Jon brings a solid breadth of…
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Power:Ed awards SCICU $25,000 to support undergraduate research at S.C. HBCUs
August 23, 2023
S.C. Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) is pleased to announce the receipt of a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to foster increased participation in the SCICU Undergraduate Student/Faculty Research Program by…
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South Carolina Green Industry Association announces the details of the 20th Annual Fall Field Day
August 23, 2023The South Carolina Green Industry Association presents their 20th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Modern Turf, located at 5740 Peach Orchard Road in Dalzell, SC.…
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First Citizens Bank supports Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs Program
August 21, 2023
First Citizens Bank continues to support Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs program with a $50,000 donation for the second year in a row. There are currently more than 20 QuickJobs programs…
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USC opens doors to Campus Village
August 18, 2023
The University of South Carolina hosted a grand opening on Friday (Aug. 18) for its new Campus Village student residential housing development, the largest construction project in the university’s 222-year…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors
August 16, 2023
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed four new members to its Board of Directors: Katy Handell, Brandi Snyder Keefer, Michelle White and Bridget Winston. Katherine “Katy” Handell is a…
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Spartanburg Science Center announces 2023 Finalists for Inaugural Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year Awards
August 16, 2023
As Spartanburg County welcomes teachers back to school, the Spartanburg Science Center surprised seven educators with news that they were the district finalists for the inaugural STEM Educator of the…
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Midlands Technical College President announces retirement plans
August 15, 2023
Dr. Ronald L. Rhames has announced his plans to retire as president of one of the largest technical colleges in South Carolina. Rhames has been a part of the MTC…
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SCDOR’s new Teacher’s Guide to SC Individual Income Tax aims to help students learn about state taxes
August 10, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR’s new Teacher’s Guide to SC Individual Income Tax will help middle and high school students learn the basics of South Carolina Individual Income…
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Executive Assistant
August 8, 2023
Executive Assistant University of South Carolina Upstate STA01013PO23 Spartanburg, SC Provide administrative support for the Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Services and admissions staff. Assists with technology and communication with prospective…
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Registration now open for inaugural SC HBCU 5K Run/Walk
August 7, 2023
Historic SC HBCU 5K Run/Walk aims to create awareness for local HBCUs while alleviating health outcomes The South Carolina HBCU Alumni Alliance is thrilled to announce the inaugural SC HBCU 5K Run/Walk…
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Riley Institute at Furman announces 2023-24 afterschool Policy Fellows
August 7, 2023
The White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellowship creates opportunities for a nationwide network of leaders to harness their collective expertise to expand and improve afterschool and summer learning programming. The White-Riley-Peterson (WRP) Policy…
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Midlands Technical College announces Commission Leadership
August 7, 2023
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Commission has elected new leadership for its governing board and installed the first MTC alumna as chair. Sandra Jackson began her two-year term as the…
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For Sibling Principals Dr. Tracy Pickett and Dr. Gregory Pickett, Being Educators is ‘What We Were Born to Do’
August 7, 2023
For the first time in recent memory, Richland One has siblings leading two district schools. Dr. Tracy Pickett is starting her eighth year as the principal at Pine Grove Elementary…
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Amazon now funding computer science education for 17 elementary schools in Lexington County School District One, impacting more than 12,000 Students
August 7, 2023
Lexington County School District One is now part of Amazon Future Engineer’s expansion to more than 500,000 elementary students nationwide Funding from Amazon Future Engineer delivers teacher professional development and curriculum from BootUp PD,…
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EV battery experts recharged by automakers’ pledge for more charging stations
August 7, 2023
To keep pace with President Biden’s 2030 zero-emissions initiative, seven major automakers—including South Carolina’s based BMW Group, have pledged $1 billion to create 30,000 more electric vehicle charging stations across…
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Dee Nichols named athletic director at Presbyterian College
August 4, 2023
Longtime administrator Dee Nichols has been chosen to serve as Presbyterian College’s new director of athletics. Nichols, the senior associate athletic director for operations and senior woman administrator, replaces Rob…
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Less than 50 spaces left for August’s Women Confidence Builders event
August 4, 2023
A little more than two scores of tickets are left for South Carolina Women’s Executive Luncheon, and if that wasn’t enough to get you to buy a ticket, all attendees…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation welcomes four new trustees
August 4, 2023
The Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) welcomed four new board of trustees members during its last meeting – Jeff Griffin, Derek Raper, Dan Bruinsma, and Katherine Blanchard Whittle. All four…
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Parents as Teachers appoints Georgia Mjartan to its board of directors
August 4, 2023
Parents as Teachers, the nation’s most replicated home visiting, early childhood development, and parenting education program, has appointed Georgia Mjartan, executive director of South Carolina First Steps and the South…
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Richland One offering Golden Activities Passes for senior citizens
August 2, 2023
Columbia residents Allen Stewart (left) and Deborah McClary Stewart (right) pick up their Golden Activities Passes. Senior citizens age 60 and older who live within the Richland One school attendance…
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USC to admit top 10% of S.C. high school class
August 1, 2023
All South Carolina students who are ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class will be guaranteed admission to the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus…
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Historic Columbia announces August 2023 events
August 1, 2023
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for August 2023. See the full list of August events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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Mission 46 aspires to transform South Carolina through scholarships
July 31, 2023Groundbreaking program intends to expand college access in all 46 South Carolina counties An ambitious initiative aims to eliminate the financial barrier to college for bright, under-resourced South Carolina students,…
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Leadership Columbia seeks proposals from nonprofits for class project
July 27, 2023
The Columbia Chamber’s flagship leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is requesting proposals for the LC Class of 2024 class project. Each year, the LC class chooses a project that can create a…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation host the 2023 Summer Book Sale
July 27, 2023
Shop Thousands of Books and Rare Finds While Supporting Your Local Library The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is preparing to host the 2023 Summer Book Sale. The Richland Library…
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More students to receive free meals this school year
July 27, 2023
Students at 25 schools and centers in Richland School District Two will eat breakfast and lunch for free during the 2023-2024 school year and families will not have to fill…
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Back to school survey: 44% of teens “likely” to use AI to do their schoolwork for them this school year
July 27, 2023
Research by Junior Achievement Shows 60% of Teens Consider the Use of AI to Do Their Schoolwork for Them as “Cheating” A new survey of teens conducted for Junior Achievement…
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USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Labs celebrate 10K visitors
July 27, 2023
The USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Lab Network has reached a significant milestone. To date, the eight established iCarolina Learning Labs have served over 10,000 visitors across South Carolina. The…
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Five ways to spend unused 529 plan funds
July 26, 2023
Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education for a child. Imagine that you have been saving for your child’s college education since she was a…
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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency publishes new insights piece: Hi Ed Marketing: Navigating a Changing Landscape
July 26, 2023
Cyberwoven, a leading brand, web, and marketing agency located in the heart of South Carolina, sat down with the firm’s Director of Strategy, Dan Hoover, to discuss the evolving higher…
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SC Teachers Visit SC Ports Wando Welch Terminal
July 26, 2023
Strategic Development Group was proud to sponsor a trip for South Caroline educators to the South Carolina Ports Authority on Thursday, July 20, 2023. The trip was hosted by the…
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Newberry College to partner with new YMCA childcare center
July 25, 2023
Affordable, high-quality childcare centers are in high demand in South Carolina. With the Newberry YMCA planning to build a new center in the next year, Newberry College teacher education students…
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GSSM receives $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies to provide scholarships for summer programs
July 25, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced it has received a $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies. This gift will support scholarships for students across the…
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