UofSC and Lexington Medical Center enter new partnership for clinical training of nurses and physicians
July 7, 2022The University of South Carolina (UofSC) board of trustees announced a new phase in a growing public-private partnership between the university’s College of Nursing and Lexington Medical Center (LMC). A 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art nursing simulation center and teaching space…
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Richland Two School Board elects new officers
June 30, 2022At the regularly scheduled meeting on June 28, 2022, the Richland Two Board of Trustees elected new board officers – Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary – as required by Board…
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Four education leaders selected for Lifetime Achievement Award
June 30, 2022Four school leaders from across the state have been selected by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) as 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award winners. This year, Mr. Timothy Hopkins,…
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Michael Amiridis named Great Immigrant by Carnegie Corporation of New York
June 30, 2022Michael Amiridis, who becomes 30th president of the University of South Carolina on July 1, has been named to the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s annual list of Great Immigrants.…
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Richland One’s Dr. Beyonka Wider receives 2022 SCACTE Administrator of the Year Award
June 30, 2022Richland One’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator Dr. Beyonka Wider received the 2022 South Carolina Association of Career and Technology Education Administrator of the Year Award at the S.C.…
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Midlands Technical College students win gold in national skills competition
June 28, 2022Students from the Midlands Technical College Building Construction Technology program won a gold medal at the SkillsUSA National Competition this past Friday night (pictures below). This marks the first time…
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Dent Middle School student competes at National Beta Convention and schools earn Beta Club recognitions
June 27, 2022Dent Middle School student Caroline Brandes is competing at the National Beta Convention this week in Nashville, Tennessee. Earlier in the school year, Brandes won 1st Place in the category…
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Richland Two hires Chief Technology and Innovation Officer
June 27, 2022Effective July 1, 2022, Richland School District Two will have a new Chief Technology and Innovation Officer. Tommy Carter, a 25-year veteran of the district, will take over the position…
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UofSC holds tuition steady as Board of Trustees approve 2022-23 budget
June 26, 2022The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees approved a budget Friday (June 24) for the 2022-23 fiscal years that invests in strategic priorities while holding tuition flat for the…
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Lexington District One announces four new assistant principals
June 22, 2022On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved four administrative hires to the position of assistant principal. Brandan W. Craig to assistant principal…
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Lexington District One promotes Nathan D. Dawson to Procurement Director
June 20, 2022On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Nathan D. Dawson to procurement director, effective July 1, 2022. Dawson currently…
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Lexington District One promotes Erica K. Bissell to teaching and learning director
June 20, 2022On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Erica K. Bissell, ED.D. to teaching and learning director, effective July 1,…
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District hired new middle school principal
June 16, 2022Kelly Mill Med Pro Middle School will have a new principal beginning the 2022-2023 school year. Jamilia L. Kenely will become principal of Kelly Mill effective July 1, 2022. Kenely…
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Lexington District One promotes Derek W. Berry to Application Services Director
June 15, 2022On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Derek W. Berry to application services director, effective July 1, 2022. Berry…
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Lexington District One approves 2022–23 budget process
June 15, 2022Following a public hearing held on June 14, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the 2022–23 general fund operating budget of $325,808,206. The approved budget…
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Cayce Police Department announces statewide School Resource Officer awards
June 15, 2022The Cayce Police Department is excited to announce that the South Carolina Association of School Resource Officers (SCASRO) has selected two Cayce police officers as their 2022 award recipients. Additionally,…
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National Marketing Council honors Midlands Technical College
June 15, 2022MTC only S.C. technical college to win top award for design and communication The National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) has recognized Midlands Technical College with its highest…
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Midlands Technical College Quick Start
June 15, 2022Midlands Technical College is hosting a Quick Start event on Saturday, June 25. Individuals will be able to meet with an admissions counselor, submit an MTC admissions application (for free),…
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Ladies of Distinction Tea to honor local trailblazers, award scholarships
June 13, 2022The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., serving West Columbia and surrounding areas, will hold its Ladies of Distinction Tea: Centennial Edition on Sunday, June…
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Police Officer
June 10, 2022Police Officer University of South Carolina Upstate STA00849PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Campus Police Officer performs the duties of a state law enforcement officer for the University of South Carolina…
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Director of Counseling Services
June 10, 2022Director of Counseling Services University of South Carolina Upstate STA00848PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Director of Counseling Services is responsible for the administrative management and clinical oversight of the Counseling…
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Associate Director for Student Organizations and Fraternity/Sorority Life (FSL)
June 10, 2022Associate Director for Student Organizations and Fraternity/Sorority Life (FSL) University of South Carolina Upstate STA00839PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Associate Director of Student Involvement for Student Organizations & Fraternity/Sorority Life…
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Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and Engagement (IEE)
June 10, 2022Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and Engagement (IEE) University of South Carolina Upstate STA00838PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and…
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State Superintendent Molly Spearman announces $38 million in infrastructure funding for Saluda County School District
June 9, 2022State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman today announced the allocation of $38 million in state funding to Saluda County School District to both renovate and replace antiquated existing school facilities…
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HopeHealth managers amplify leadership skills with Coker University’s Seminars for Success
June 9, 2022Coker University has partnered with HopeHealth to provide healthcare leaders with integral management and leadership skills via a new training program called Seminars for Success. The signature program, started in…
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Director of Admissions and Recruitment
June 8, 2022Director of Admissions & Recruitment School of Pharmacy – Presbyterian College Location: Clinton, South Carolina Job Description Summary: Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan that includes outreach to 2-…
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Arts Grow SC to expand, first executive director named
June 8, 2022The South Carolina Arts Commission and the South Carolina Department of Education announce the expansion of Arts Grow SC as a permanent fixture in the state’s arts learning landscape. An…
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35 Midlands leaders graduate from the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity program as it reaches new milestone
June 8, 2022Class participants join a network of more than 2,500 Riley Fellows across South Carolina. Thirty-five leaders from across the Midlands have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve…
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Sustain SC celebrates graduation of first class of SLI fellows
June 8, 2022Sustain SC announced the graduation of the inaugural class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. All 23 participants accepted their certificate of completion at a ceremony on June 2 on…
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Finalists for the 2022 South Carolina Young Filmmakers Project include high school students from across the state
June 8, 2022A special screening and awards event will be hosted in Columbia on June 11 After a record number of entries and an exhaustive judging process, the 2022 South Carolina Young…
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Letters from Anne Frank’s father, Otto Frank, donated to UofSC Anne Frank CenterÂ
June 8, 2022Collection establishes Anne Frank Archive on 75th anniversary of her diary The Anne Frank Center located at the University of South Carolina is now home to 100 letters and cards written…
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Richland One students earn $73.8 million in scholarships, exceeding last year’s total by $11 million
June 6, 2022Richland One’s Class of 2022 graduates earned $73.8 million in scholarship money, exceeding last year’s total by $11 million. This year, 1,389 Richland One students received their high school diplomas…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes 20 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
June 6, 2022South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis is pleased to recognize the third cohort of 20 educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. Launched in January 2020,…
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Power:Ed awards Midlands Technical College $50,000 for QuickJobs Scholarships
June 6, 2022Intensive programs train students for high-demand careers Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan, has awarded $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation in support of the college’s QuickJobs programs.…
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Prime Time in the Parks Teen Program Returns June 10
June 6, 2022The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department will host 12 free teen nights for Columbia’s youth beginning Friday, June 10. Prime Time in the Parks is a free late-night teen program that provides…
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Lexington District One promotes two educators to PES assistant principal
June 2, 2022On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of two educators to the position of Pelion Elementary School assistant principal —…
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Richland One seeking public input on redrawing school board single-member election districts
June 2, 2022Richland One is redrawing the boundary lines for the school board’s four single-member election districts. The proposed changes will not affect attendance zone boundaries for any school within Richland One.…
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Richland One’s Columbia High receives National Showcase Schools award
June 2, 2022Columbia High School is one of only eight schools in South Carolina to receive the 2021-2022 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools award. The designation is given annually to schools…
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South Carolina Film Commission and the University of South Carolina partner on a film project to help expand the state’s production industry
June 2, 2022In an effort to continue growing South Carolina’s film industry, the South Carolina Film Commission is pleased to announce a new partnership with the University of South Carolina (UofSC). The…
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ElevatED4SC video podcast challenges business leaders to see education differently
May 31, 2022The final episode of the ElevatED4SC video podcast’s first season looks at real-life solutions reflecting hope for South Carolina education through the eyes of a successful business leader. This episode…
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School District Five announces new principal for Oak Pointe Elementary School
May 31, 2022Veteran educator Linard McCloud has been named the new principal of Oak Pointe Elementary School. McCloud currently serves as assistant principal at Dutch Fork High School. McCloud replaces Kristie Smith…
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State Museum upgrades planetarium & 4D theater with 4K visuals and more
May 25, 2022Guests can enjoy brighter & more vibrant visuals with a new lineup of shows. The South Carolina State Museum recently completed exciting upgrades to both its planetarium and 4D theater,…
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Richland One CTE Student of the Year Gayle Boyd
May 25, 2022After Dreher High School senior Gayle Boyd crosses the stage in a week to receive her diploma, she will go on to the University of California, Berkeley and major in…
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Annual Youth Poster Contest winners dig in for conservation education
May 25, 2022Twenty students will take home honors in this year’s Youth Conservation Poster Contest sponsored by the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD). Students created posters based on the topic…
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Lexington District One announces Deyo as principal of Gilbert Elementary
May 25, 2022On Tuesday, May 24, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Stephen A. Deyo Jr. to principal of Gilbert Elementary School, effective July…
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S.C. State Fair names 2022 scholarship recipients
May 24, 2022The South Carolina State Fair has named its Ride of Your Life Scholarship recipients for 2022. The S. C. State Fair annually awards 50 scholarships to South Carolina high school students…
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New Legacy of Courage podcast explores the pivotal role South Carolina played in the Civil Rights Movement
May 23, 2022Discover South Carolina, the WeGOJA Foundation, and the US Civil Rights Trail have released a podcast series highlighting significant moments in South Carolina history that helped shape the national Civil…
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Bean selected as Communications Director
May 19, 2022At its meeting Tuesday night, the Kershaw County School Board named Becky Bean as the new Communications Director for the Kershaw County School District (KCSD). Bean has led the communications…
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District promotes Keisler to Pelion Middle principal
May 19, 2022On May 17, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Jessica L. Keisler to principal of Pelion Middle School. A 16-year, award-winning educator,…
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Lexington District One names Keller principal of Forts Pond Elementary
May 19, 2022On May 17, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Dr. Travis T. Keller as the new principal of Forts Pond Elementary School,…
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