State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches From Our Future Scholars to Yours Campaign
October 4, 2022
Staff share their stories as part of SC’s 529 plan’s 20th anniversary State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today the launch of a new social media campaign promoting South Carolina’s Future…
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What’s happening at Richland Library – Oct 3-9
October 3, 2022
Monday, October 3 – Sunday, October 9 Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and…
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UofSC Columbia Campus to close Friday
September 29, 2022
Due to anticipated inclement weather associated with Tropical Storm Ian, all classes scheduled for the Columbia campus for Friday, Sept. 30 are canceled, including all in-person and virtual classes. As…
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South Carolina students outperform nation on Advanced Placement, SAT scores remain steady
September 29, 2022
The College Board has released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students again exceeded the nation on eight out of the…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 28, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…
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Clemson, UofSC to use $4.6 million award to help school districts across S.C. support students with emotional, behavioral needs
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education Office of Special Education Services (OSES) in the Division of College and Career Readiness partnered with researchers at Clemson University and the University of…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as Educator of the Month
September 23, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District One’s Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Fall 2022 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants
September 22, 2022
The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded eight Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,000 and…
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Voorhees University alum commissioned as second lieutenant
September 20, 2022Denmark, S.C. – Voorhees University alumnus Joshua Gayle was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army on Sept. 16, during a South Carolina State University (SCSU) ceremony. Gayle graduated from Voorhees in…
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South Carolina Department of Education releases End-of-Course and Career Readiness assessments
September 19, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education released statewide public school results on September 19, 2022 for Ready to Work (R2W) and the End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) assessment tests taken for…
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Department of Labor names Columbia College program as first registered apprenticeship program for teachers in SC
September 19, 2022Since 2018, Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) program has served the local community to help employees of partnering school districts acquire their teaching certification. Through coursework and…
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Over two dozen Midlands residents selected for Leadership SC Class of 2023
September 19, 2022Over two dozen Midlands residents have been selected for the Class of 2023 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants…
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Turn90 prison to workforce program receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand services to the Upstate
September 19, 2022Turn90, a nonprofit operating in Charleston and Columbia that equips men to succeed after prison by providing a route to a career-path job, is a first-time recipient of a $50,000…
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Rhodes Graduation Services Inc. and Jostens hires Steve Frazier to lead its Broward office
September 15, 2022
COLUMBIA, SC and FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Rhodes Graduation Services (RGS) and Jostens, the leading provider of publications, jewelry, and graduation products serving the K-12 and college markets in the…
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Johnson Controls grants $100,000 to Midlands Technical College
September 14, 2022
Midlands Technical College will enhance training for the next generation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning/refrigeration technicians. Through a $100,000 grant from the Johnson Controls Community College Partnership Program, students…
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Richland Library awarded Power:Ed grant to support Career Online High School students
September 13, 2022
Richland Library is the recipient of a $32,375 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan. This gift marks the second round of funding from Power:Ed and will serve…
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U.S. News & World Report: CIU ranks high for Social Mobility, Value
September 12, 2022
The 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report rankings show Columbia International University #5 for Social Mobility among Regional Universities South. The Social Mobility ranking is important for students who are…
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Richland Library names new Marketing and Communications Director
September 12, 2022
Local marketing expert to lead marketing and communications strategy at Richland Library Richland Library has named Kiosha Boyles as the new director of marketing and communications. Beginning September 12, Boyles will…
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Learn-to-Fly open house at Georgetown Co. Airport
September 10, 2022
CHS Flight School is holding an Open House this Saturday, September 17th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Georgetown County Airport. The event is free and open to…
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Safe Schools Project joins South Carolina Coalition for Safer Schools
September 8, 2022
The South Carolina Coalition for Safer Schools is excited to be joined by the Safe Schools Project, growing Coalition membership to six associations focused on the well-being of children. In…
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Innovative Hydroponic Research Lab takes root at GSSM
September 8, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) unveiled its innovative Hydroponic Research Lab on Thursday. The lab, which is constructed from a shipping container that has traveled…
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College Board recognizes students in national program
September 8, 2022
Students at all five high schools in Richland School District Two have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. According to the College Board, the students earned…
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Columbia College announces new executive leadership
September 8, 2022
President Tom Bogart announced the appointment of alumna Dr. Ruby Fielding as the next Vice President for Finance and Administration at Columbia College. Dr. Fielding has over 20 years of…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets are now available
September 7, 2022
Discount admission and ride tickets for the 153rd annual South Carolina State Fair are on sale now through Tuesday, Oct. 11. Patrons can save up to 50% by purchasing S.C.…
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Saving for the Future: 529 Plans
September 1, 2022
By Laird W. Green, CFP® Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education from public or private colleges and graduate schools (as well as private elementary…
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Richland Two awarded for outstanding financial reporting
August 31, 2022
The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) is awarding Richland School District Two the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting (COE). ASBO International’s COE recognizes districts that have met…
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PC breaks ground on $8.2 million athletic facilities project
August 30, 2022
For many Blue Hose, Saturday’s groundbreaking ceremony to kick off $8.2 million in athletic facilities improvements was an event that was years, if not decades, in the making. As Presbyterian…
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Lexington District One hires new Food Service and Nutrition Director
August 29, 2022
On August 23, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Deidre S. Yonce as the district’s new food service and nutrition director. Yonce…
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Lexington District One announces new NPES assistant principal
August 29, 2022
On August 23, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Jennie S. King to assistant principal of New Providence Elementary School. King returns…
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Richland School District Two announces five finalists for 2022-2023 District Teacher of the Year
August 29, 2022
Richland School District Two announces five finalists for 2022-2023 District Teacher of the Year. The finalists and their schools are Melita Cobb, North Springs Elementary School; Tracey Mason, Longleaf Middle…
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GSSM Senior, Marilyn Bertok contributes to NASCAR research at Ford Performance Technical Center
August 29, 2022
Marilyn Bertok has always been on the fast track. As a senior at the SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), her summer research project was conducting NASCAR research…
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Midlands Tech General Counsel Awarded 2022 Legal Elite Award
August 29, 2022
Joseph Bias, Midlands Technical College’s general counsel, has been recognized with a 2022 Legal Elite award from Columbia Business Monthly. In the Midlands region, Bias received the most votes from…
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Chief Communications Officer Kathryn McPhail announces resignation
August 23, 2022
Lexington County School District One Interim Superintendent Dr. Gerrita Postlewait announces that Kathryn M. McPhail, the district’s chief communications officer, plans to resign as her husband accepted a new career…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces nominations to Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force
August 18, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster announced his three appointments to the Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force, which was created by the General Assembly to recommend policies for improving the recruitment, retention,…
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Kelly Gregory joins Riley Institute as Director for Public Education Partnerships and Projects
August 16, 2022
The Riley Institute at Furman University has appointed a new staff member who will focus on advancing evidence-based public education practices in South Carolina by cultivating statewide partnerships and drawing…
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Duke Energy Foundation awards grant to enhance Duke Energy STEM Scholars Program at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics
August 15, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) was pleased to receive a generous $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to enhance the Duke Energy STEM Scholars Program. The…
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Kennedy to Lead Newberry College’s Financial Aid
August 15, 2022
Newberry College has appointed ‘Lola L. Kennedy, of Columbia, as director of financial aid. Kennedy comes to Newberry College from Allen University, where she also served as financial aid director…
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CIU is host site for 2022 Faith-Driven Entrepreneur and Investor Conferences
August 15, 2022For the second consecutive year, the Columbia International University Cook School of Business is a host site for the worldwide Faith Driven Entrepreneur Live Conference on Sept. 28 and the…
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Newberry College to confer inaugural master’s degrees
August 11, 2022
Newberry College will confer degrees upon its inaugural master’s degree candidates. The commencement exercises will take place Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. at Holland Hall, on the college campus. The…
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First Citizens Bank supports workforce development at Midlands Technical College
August 8, 2022Midlands Technical College’s QuickJobs workforce development program has received a grant from First Citizens Bank. The $50,000 donation will help close the job skills gap and quickly fill open positions…
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GSSM hires Hunter Thomas to spearhead marketing and communications
August 3, 2022The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) has hired Darlington native, Hunter Thomas to serve as the Marketing and Communications Manager. Thomas brings more than 12 years…
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School District Five teacher receives grant from Book Love Foundation
July 26, 2022
The Book Love Foundation recently awarded a Lexington-Richland School District Five teacher a $2,000 grant to support her classroom library. Irmo Elementary School second grade teacher Sara Wheeler will use…
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Four GSSM students compete nationally in FBLA National Leadership Conference
July 25, 2022
Four South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) students recently competed against 12,000 high school students in theFBLA National Leadership Conference (FBLA NLC) in Chicago. GSSM students, James…
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CIU’s unique online Doctor of Business Administration offers potential for advancement
July 21, 2022
The new online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Columbia International University’s Cook School of Business is designed to meet the development needs of working business professionals, and is unique…
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Original Six Foundation announces expansion of Afterschool program
July 21, 2022
The Original Six Foundation (O6) announced an expansion of the organization’s O6 Afterschool program into five schools located in Greenville, Florence, Marion, and Colleton Counties. The program which partners with…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Future Scholar promotion with Prisma Health
July 20, 2022
New parents eligible to receive privately-funded $5,290 grant State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced a new collaboration between Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, and Prisma Health to promote…
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UofSC’s Moore School partnering with Benedict College for HBCU master’s pathway program
July 20, 2022The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business is creating a new pathway for students from South Carolina’s historically Black colleges and universities to earn Master of Accountancy…
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Richland School District Two Recruitment Fair – Tuesday, July 26
July 20, 2022
Richland School District Two is hosting a Career Fair for a wide range of job openings including teachers, substitutes, bus drivers, teaching assistants and more: · 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.…
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Spring Valley graduate is first to land skilled craft career through new SC Chamber-Dominion Energy partnership
July 20, 2022
Partnership between business and education aims to grow more diverse workforce in South Carolina The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Dominion Energy South Carolina co-hosted a “signing day” Tuesday where…
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Lawson to receive SC Humanities Award
July 19, 2022
Dr. Len Lawson, assistant professor of English at Newberry College, has been named a recipient of the 2022 Fresh Voices in the Humanities Award. The prestigious award is given by…
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