R2I2 Student Innovation Center wins $65K in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest
April 14, 2021
Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) Student Innovation Center is one of 10 National Finalists in the 11th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a nationwide education competition which challenges…
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Major League Soccer and University of South Carolina announce multi-year education partnership
April 14, 2021
Major League Soccer and the University of South Carolina announced historic multi-year partnership making South Carolina an Official Education Partner of MLS. Through the strategic partnership, MLS players and Greats…
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Nursing major and Academic Success Center tutor ‘thriving’ at Lander University
April 14, 2021
Lander University nursing major MacKenzie Calcutt, of Columbia, attributes her academic success to the smaller class sizes and personal attention she receives from faculty and staff at Lander University. “I…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer announce $24.54 million investment in school buses, public transit
April 13, 2021
Second Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 235 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and S.C.…
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Dr. Barnett Berry, UofSC education professor and founder of ALL4SC, receives prestigious national teaching award
April 13, 2021
A University of SC professor with decades of experience working to advance the teaching profession has received the highest recognition from one of the nation’s leading educational organizations. Dr. Barnett…
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Cole to lead UofSC’s systemwide efforts
April 10, 2021
The University of South Carolina named J. Derham Cole Jr. its Vice President for System Affairs following a vote by the school’s Board of Trustees on Friday (April 9). The newly…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. PTSD sheet to be the centerpiece of national training
April 9, 2021
17,000-plus law enforcement agencies receiving special document By Alex Junes-Ward An informational one-pager describing PTSD, produced and published by the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) is being disseminated far beyond…
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UofSC announces strategic partners for statewide cyber ecosystem effort
April 6, 2021
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster and University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen unveiled a statewide initiative in February, 2021 to develop a cyber ecosystem strategy. This plan will further…
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Reading, Writing… and Financial Literacy
April 5, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Where did you learn about personal finance? Did a patient parent explain the difference between spending for what you need versus what you want?…
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Clemson University partnering with POWERPLANTSC
April 2, 2021
Clemson University President Dr. Jim Clements announced a partnership with POWERPLANTSC, which is preparing for what officials say will be a record 3.3-plus million loblolly pine tree seeds planted across…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $15,000 in innovation grants for K-8 schools for 2021-2022 school year
April 1, 2021
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $15,091 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to four schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation is offering more than $100,000 to students
March 31, 2021
Scholarship Applications Open for Two More Weeks The application for Midlands Technical College Foundation scholarships is open for two more weeks, closing on April 15, 2021. More than 100 scholarships…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is selling luminaries to Light It Up Blue on World Autism Awareness Day
March 25, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to purchase or sponsor luminaries to light on Friday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m. outside of homes or businesses in honor of…
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Superintendent Spearman announces Gilbert High School’s Dani Stroud as Teacher of the Year finalist
March 24, 2021State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman surprised Gilbert High School teacher, Dani Stroud, today with news that she has been selected as one of five finalists for the South Carolina…
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Midlands Technical College announces in-person graduation
March 24, 2021
Graduates to be recognized at Segra Park in Columbia Midlands Technical College will host its 2021 Commencement Ceremony at Segra Park in Columbia on May 1st at 10:00 a.m. “I…
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Richland Two School Board approves allocations of budget surplus
March 24, 2021
At the March 23, 2021 board meeting, the Richland School District Two Board of Trustees approved the administration’s proposal to allocate the $11.3 million surplus from the Fiscal Year 2019-20…
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Veteran teacher celebrated as local hero by the USC School of Music
March 24, 2021
The University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of Music will honor Pontiac Elementary School teacher Lisa Rayner as part of its Celebrating Local Heroes with the Concert Truck series. Rayner…
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SBA awards $1.8M grant to SC Small Business Development Center Network
March 24, 2021
The U.S. Small Business Administration renewed its’ grant to the South Carolina Small Business Development Center Network and provided $1.8 million to four universities in the state. The University of…
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Substitute Teaching openings – Columbia area School Districts
March 24, 2021Substitute Teacher Job Openings Remember that teacher who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn! Substitute teaching is a great opportunity to be a mentor and help…
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Furman receives second $25 million grant from The Duke Endowment
March 23, 2021
Furman University has received a $25 million grant from The Duke Endowment to expand and advance The Furman Advantage, the university’s transformational approach to offering every student a pathway toward a meaningful and…
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Chapin High School’s Amy Carter is State Teacher of the Year finalist
March 22, 2021State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman surprised Chapin High School teacher, Amy Carter, today with news that she has been selected as one of five finalists for the South Carolina…
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Lander University adds MBA to Degree Offerings
March 22, 2021
Lander University is adding a Master in Business Administration (MBA) to its expanding repertoire of degree programs. “We are very excited about Lander’s new MBA program,” said Dr. Mick Fekula,…
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Midlands Entrepreneurs to Share Secrets of Success – Lou Kennedy, Vanessa Mota, and Carolyn Sawyer headline “Wonder Women Wednesday” in honor of Women’s History Month
March 22, 2021
The Midlands Technical College Entrepreneurship Club is inviting students, aspiring entrepreneurs, journalists, business leaders and friends of MTC to “Wonder Women Wednesday.” Lou Kennedy, Vanessa Mota, and Carolyn Sawyer will…
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The Ecology School and Poland Spring brand launch national programs to expand ecology learning
March 18, 2021
• E-learning curriculum, Teacher Institute and new facilities enable countrywide access to ecology education • Distance learning online module now available to educators, students and families to help address COVID-19…
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Award winning Irish dance school bringing a touch of Ireland to Lexington
March 17, 2021
Award-winning Connick School of Irish Dance is putting down roots in Lexington, SC. While holding classes in the area over the last 18 years, the school has found a permanent location…
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Richland School District Two will shift to eLearning for Thursday, March 18, 2021
March 17, 2021
In anticipation of severe weather and unsafe travel conditions, Richland School District Two will shift to eLearning for Thursday, March 18, 2021. This means all students will participate in eLearning…
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More Richland One teachers achieve National Board certification
March 17, 2021
Two more Richland One teachers have achieved the highest teaching credential available in their profession. Columbia High School teacher Parneeta Myadala recently earned National Board certification from the National Board…
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Lexington District One Board approves renaming of Lexington Middle School
March 17, 2021
During their March 16, 2021, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the renaming of the new school under construction on Old Cherokee Road. The new…
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GSSM now accepting applications for its summer camps
March 15, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its summer camps: Summer STEM, CREATEng, GoSciTech, and iTEAMS Xtreme. Online applications are available at www.scgssm.org/summer. Campers will be accepted…
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Furman partners with United Community Bank, SCBIO on virtual Women’s Leadership Institute
March 11, 2021
Furman University’s Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI) will be presented virtually this year with two statewide community partners supporting the effort. United Community Bank will be the program’s presenting sponsor and…
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New Monthly Science Speaker Series
March 9, 2021
SC INBRE introduces a brand-new speaker series entitled, “Thirsty Thursday.” Thirsty Thursdays are a laid back, online 20-30 minute scientific talk with Q&A and networking opportunities and open to the…
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GSSM to honor Lou and Bill Kennedy with Townes Award
March 8, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) and its Foundation will honor Lou and Bill Kennedy with the 2021 Townes Award during “Empowering STEM Leaders,” the 27th annual…
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Power:Ed Awards Midlands Technical College Foundation $50,000 – Funding goes to MTC’s QuickJobs programs
March 8, 2021
Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan, has provided MTC with a grant to fund workforce development training in jobs that are vital to the Midlands economy through MTC’s QuickJobs…
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The SC Council on Competitiveness announces 5 finalists for 2021 SC STEM Educator of the Year
March 8, 2021
SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness, in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC and The Citadel STEM Center, announced today its five finalists for the 2021 STEM…
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IT-oLogy and City of Columbia collaborate to provide IT training for veterans
March 4, 2021
In partnership with the City of Columbia, IT-oLogy will offer a limited number of scholarships to qualifying U.S. military veterans to participate in a three-day, live instructor-led, virtual IT certification…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics renames distinguished leadership award after Randall M. La Cross
March 3, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) honored Mr. Randall M. La Cross by renaming its Distinguished Research Leadership Award after him during the School’s 32nd Annual Research…
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UofSC remains major statewide economic force, new study finds
March 3, 2021
The University of South Carolina pumps approximately $6.2 billion annually into the state’s economy, making it a major contributor to the Palmetto State’s growing job market and an essential part…
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Midlands Technical College ranked nationally for diversity
March 2, 2021
MTC is one of the top colleges for minority students earning associate degrees For the 11th year in a row, Diverse: Issues in Higher Education has ranked Midlands Technical College…
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Lexington Chamber now accepting applications for $5,000 Doris Burkett Scholarship
March 1, 2021
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is now accepting applications for its $5,000 Doris Burkett Scholarship. The Doris Burkett Scholarship is given to one Lexington School District One student who…
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Theresa R. Tibbs named vice president of human resources and Title IX at Presbyterian College
February 26, 2021
On February 25, Presbyterian College President Matthew vandenBerg announced that Theresa R. (Terri) Tibbs, associate vice chancellor of human resources at Fayetteville State University (Fayetteville, N.C.), will serve as PC’s…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Denise Harrel of DuBose Middle School as Educator of the Month
February 26, 2021
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized DuBose Middle School’s Denise Harrel as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for February. “We know that…
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Conservation grants support local schools’ environmental projects
February 25, 2021
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD), which aims to promote the wise use of soil, water and other resources, has awarded three Conservation Education Mini-Grants to support environmental…
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Chapin High School standout to begin practicing with USC-Aiken women’s basketball team
February 23, 2021Newly signed McKenzie Lott will begin working out with the Pacers this summer By W. Thomas Smith Jr. McKenzie Lott, a 5’3” guard from Chapin High School and the youngest…
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South Carolina Boy Scouts partnering with POWERPLANTSC
February 23, 2021
Scouting BSA to help plant 3.2 million trees across the Palmetto State By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Six Scouting BSA (Boy Scouts of America) councils from across South Carolina have…
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Richland Two Charter School to close in June
February 23, 2021
On February 15, 2021, the Richland Two Charter School Board of Trustees met and voted to close the Richland Two Charter School. The school will continue to provide services to…
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UofSC expands economic development efforts in Upstate with new hire
February 23, 2021
The University of South Carolina announces an expansion of its economic development activity in the Upstate with the addition of Sam English to the Office of Innovation, Partnerships, and Economic…
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Four Richland One seniors named 2021 National Merit Scholarship finalists
February 22, 2021
Four Richland One high school seniors have advanced to become finalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. Scholarship winners in this prestigious high-stakes competition will be announced in the…
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Irmo HS Baseball Team donates sports equipment to communities in need
February 22, 2021
Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. collects two full carloads of gear for distribution By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott met with Irmo High School Head Baseball Coach…
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Dent Middle makes National Schools to Watch list
February 18, 2021
Dent Middle is the latest school in Richland School District Two to make the list of Schools to Watch® by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform. The school’s…
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Lexington District One tennis coach earns high honor
February 17, 2021
The National Federation of State High School Associations named River Bluff High School’s Brian J. Lim the 2019–2020 Southern Section Girls Tennis Coach of the Year. The South Section includes…
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