Corey McDonald selected to lead Clark Academy
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Corey McDonald as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. McDonald has served as an assistant principal at Burke High School for the…
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WAHS Principal selected to help lead CCSD high schools
June 3, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces and welcomes Ryan Cumback as Executive Director of the High School Learning Community. Cumback has served in Charleston County schools for the past 18…
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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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Meet the winners of The We 360° Business Pitch Competition
May 29, 2024
WE 360° | Empowering women of color entrepreneurs by providing them with comprehensive support to overcome barriers in business. Through our program, we equip these visionary leaders with the necessary tools…
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Tri-County STEMersion receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support expansion of annual STEMersion Institute
May 29, 2024
Dorchester County Economic Development accepted a grant of $25,000, on behalf of Tri-County STEMersion, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between industry needs and local education by integrating high-demand…
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Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony at The Library on the Ashley River
May 28, 2024
We are excited to invite you to the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Dorchester County’s newly constructed library branch, The Library on the Ashley River, located at 2824 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville.…
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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 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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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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CSU and KION North America form tuition discount partnership
May 20, 2024
KION North America and Charleston Southern University held a signing ceremony at KION NA’s stateside headquarters in Summerville celebrating a new tuition discount program. The memorandum of understanding offers KION…
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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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The Citadel awards honorary degrees in recognition of service to state and national leaders
May 15, 2024
The Citadel Board of Visitors presented honorary degrees to recipients during the commencement celebrations for the Class of 2024. Honorary degrees are awarded to the speakers for the commencement ceremonies…
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McKenna Hakanson named CCSD’s 2024 Teacher of the Year
May 13, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) staff members surprised North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School (NCCAES) teacher McKenna Hakanson today with the announcement that she has been chosen as the 2024 CCSD Teacher…
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Veteran CCSD educator John Cobb named Executive Principal at Memminger Elementary
May 13, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce and welcome John Cobb as Executive Principal at Memminger Elementary School. In this new role, Cobb will oversee the work at…
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Nick Reece selected as principal at Moultrie Middle
May 13, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is thrilled to announce Nick Reece as principal at Moultrie Middle School. Reece has served as interim principal at Moultrie for the past year. Prior…
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LaShawna Harris selected as CCSD leader of Teaching and Learning
May 13, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Lashawna Harris as Executive Director of Teaching and Learning. Harris has served as the district’s Director of Instructional Programs since 2019.…
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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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Lauren Taylor Law to surprise two South Carolina educators with a trip to Italy
May 9, 2024
CHARLESTON, SC – Lauren Taylor Law, a leading law firm in South Carolina, announced a unique opportunity for two South Carolina educators to experience the trip of a lifetime. The…
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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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Comcast launches WiFi-connected “Lift Zone” in partnership with the Charleston Digital Corridor Learning Center
May 8, 2024Comcast provides $25,000 grant to support Charleston Digital Corridor’s Learning Center Comcast announced the opening of its newest Xfinity WiFi-connected “Lift Zone” at the Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) Learning Center,…
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More than 700 graduate from CSU over weekend
May 7, 2024
More than 700 graduates and undergraduates received diplomas at Charleston Southern University’s spring commencement ceremonies May 3 and 4. Graduate degrees were conferred Friday, May 3, and undergraduate degrees were…
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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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Newest CSU residence hall named for long-time employee, donor
May 6, 2024
Charleston Southern University is honoring the late Barbara “Binky” C. Mead on what would have been her 80th birthday on May 4 by naming the university’s newest residence hall Barbara…
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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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Former National Principal of the Year named CCSD Deputy Superintendent
April 30, 2024
After an extensive interview process, Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced the selection of Lucas “Luke” Clamp as Deputy Superintendent. Dr. Clamp was chosen by an initial interview team that…
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Former CCSD Trustee, Toya Hampton, elected as staff attorney
April 30, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) welcomed Toya Hampton as staff attorney. Hampton is a former member of the CCSD Board of Trustees and has served as CCSD’s Director of Achieve…
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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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Applications now open for Dorchester County’s Summer Youth Employment Program
April 25, 2024
Dorchester County Government announces the return of its annual workforce development program designed for local teenagers and young adults. This initiative supports individuals aged 16-22, offering them a unique opportunity…
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Associate Director for Residence Education and Student Engagement
April 18, 2024
Associate Director for Residence Education and Student Engagement (ADRESE) University of South Carolina Upstate STA00311PO24 Spartanburg, SC The Associate Director for Residence Education and Student Engagement (ADRESE) provides the leadership…
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GSSM Students transform lives in Cusco, Peru through service-learning
April 17, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) proudly announces the success of its recent global learning experience in Cusco, Peru. A dedicated group of GSSM students and…
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Ben Burroughs to speak on the Revolutionary War in Horry County – April 27
April 16, 2024
Join Ben Burroughs, the Director of the Horry County Archives Center at Coastal Carolina University, on Saturday, April 27th, as he speaks on some of the Revolutionary War events that…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Elliot Smalley, Palmetto Excel Center
April 11, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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North Charleston High School students become docents for Anne Frank Holocaust exhibit
April 10, 2024North Charleston High School students are honored to lead an educational Holocaust exhibit, centered on Anne Frank’s story, thanks to funding from Boeing and South Carolina Humanities. Following a two-day…
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New Governor’s School program aims to bolster future film industry in South Carolina
April 9, 2024
Since 1999, the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities has provided talented young artists with pre-professional training in creative writing, dance, drama, music and visual arts. In August…
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Tri County Cradle to Career Collaborative announces CEO
April 2, 2024
Tri County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) introduced Mr. Aaron Jones as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over three decades of experience in strategic, operational, and fiscal management, Aaron…
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The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes to perform at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2024
March 29, 2024
This August, The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes will proudly represent the United States for the fourth time as the country’s designated military band performing at The Royal Edinburgh Military…
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Alumnus inaugurated as CSU’s fourth president
March 28, 2024
Charleston Southern University inaugurated B. Keith Faulkner as the university’s fourth president Monday, March 25 in a service in Lightsey Chapel. Faulkner was unanimously elected by the Board of Trustees…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes William Smyly of Colleton County High School as Educator of the Month
March 27, 2024
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Colleton County School District’s William Smyly of Colleton County High School in Walterboro as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for…
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The South Carolina Quantum Association: Championing Talent and Technology
March 27, 2024
The South Carolina Quantum Association (SC Quantum) officially announces a groundbreaking initiative to champion the advancement of quantum talent and technology in South Carolina through $15 million in funds appropriated…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber scholarship opportunity for high school seniors
March 25, 2024
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has announced scholarship applications are open for 2024 high school seniors residing East of the Cooper. Applications for the $4000 scholarship are due…
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CCSD recognizes Star Principals of 2024
March 25, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) staff, including Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins, honored six Star Principals on Monday, March 18, 2024, with surprise announcements at their schools. These administrators were…
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Global Charleston opens on campus of Charleston Southern
March 25, 2024
Global Charleston, the One Region Roadmap lead agent for the global fluency arm, officially opened its office after a ribbon cutting ceremony on the campus of Charleston Southern University Friday,…
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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration
March 21, 2024
SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
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Lowcountry Youth Services receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand youth development and mentoring programs
March 19, 2024Lowcountry Youth Services (LYS) has earned a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle and high school youth in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester…
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City of Charleston invites high school students to apply for Mayor’s Youth Commission
March 13, 2024
The City of Charleston is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Mayor’s Youth Commission (MYC). This esteemed commission provides a platform for rising 9th through 12th-grade…
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Huggins recommends weighted student funding model, increased pay for employees, cuts to administration
March 12, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins and district staff members presented a new budget model designed to provide more resources to schools. Huggins also proposed an…
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CCSD selects permanent leader of CCSD elementary schools
March 12, 2024
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dr. Jennifer Swearingen as Associate Superintendent of the Elementary Learning Community. Swearingen has served as Interim Associate Superintendent of the Elementary Learning Community since…
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Teach My People receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to boost college readiness program in Pawleys Island and Georgetown
March 11, 2024
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – Teach My People (TMP) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle and high school students…
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Dr. Coakley selected by DHEC to serve as a Strategic Planning Committee member
March 5, 2024
Dr. Shavonna Coakley was selected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Community Violence Intervention and Prevention (CVIP) to serve as one of 16 Strategic…
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