TCCC’s FAFSA Pilot Project surpasses target
July 11, 2017
The FAFSA Pilot Project, an initiative of Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), has met and surpassed its target, resulting in a 20-percentage point jump in FAFSA completions at five…
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Baker School of Business at The Citadel announces new accounting program
July 11, 2017The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business at The Citadel is readying principled business leaders of tomorrow with a new accounting program. The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education…
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How to Write Business Plans and Pitch Decks – July 13
July 11, 2017
Join our experts and learn what should and should not be included in your Business Plan or Pitch Deck. Whether launching a business or requesting funding for an innovative product…
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Swansea High School JAG-SC team takes 2nd in Nation
July 7, 2017
The Swansea High School Students in Action Team placed second nationally in the Jefferson Awards Foundation competition. They were recognized for their service learning project which is to promote community…
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Swansea High School JAG-SC team takes 2nd in Nation
July 7, 2017
The Swansea High School Students in Action Team placed second nationally in the Jefferson Awards Foundation competition. They were recognized for their service learning project which is to promote community…
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President of The Citadel announces retirement date
July 5, 2017
The president of The Citadel, Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa, USAF (Ret.), who led the college to unprecedented levels of achievement in academic distinction, civic engagement, fundraising and diversity, announced…
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Operation Inherent Resolve communications leader to be newest vice president
July 5, 2017
CHARLESTON, S.C.− One of the most accomplished communications strategists in the U.S. Air Force will join The Citadel’s leadership team as the new vice president for communications and marketing. Col.…
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Shameka Washington named principal of Goose Creek High; Rebecca Davis named interim at Sedgefield Middle
June 27, 2017
Shameka Washington, former principal at Sedgefield Middle, has been named the new principal of Goose Creek High and Rebecca Davis, former assistant principal at Sedgefield Middle, has been named Interim…
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New state budget follows familiar pattern; requires modest, yet critical tuition increase
June 26, 2017
As a new budget year approaches, the University of South Carolina is renewing its call for additional public support of higher education. In the months ahead before the next legislative…
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New state budget follows familiar pattern; requires modest, yet critical tuition increase
June 26, 2017
As a new budget year approaches, the University of South Carolina is renewing its call for additional public support of higher education. In the months ahead before the next legislative…
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The Walker Foundation appoints new Trustees
June 22, 2017The Walker Foundation Announces New Appointment to the Board of Trustees and Officers for 2017-2018 The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and…
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The Walker Foundation appoints new Trustees
June 22, 2017
The Walker Foundation Announces New Appointment to the Board of Trustees and Officers for 2017-2018 The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and…
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CCSD announces six new leaders for the 2017-18 school year
June 21, 2017Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to welcome the following individuals to their new positions within the District: Jeff Beckwith, Interim Principal* , North Charleston Elementary Beckwith joins…
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Zucker School graduates to lead educational efforts this fall in local districts
June 21, 2017
More than 50 percent of CCSD’s new leadership hires hold degrees from the Zucker School The Zucker Family School of Education at The Citadel continues to be a driving force…
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DHEC, Clemson announce South Carolina Adopt-a-Stream Program
June 19, 2017The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the Clemson University Center for Watershed Excellence are partnering to form the South Carolina Adopt-a-Stream (SCAAS) program. The…
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Singleton Baseball Complex continues towards completion
June 19, 2017
As the greater Charleston community prepares to remember the second anniversary of the Emanuel AME shooting, work continues at Charleston Southern University on the Singleton Baseball Complex. “Just as Sharonda…
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Social media user privacy among research projects funded by new grants
June 19, 2017
Head of Citadel’s NSA-designated Cyber Defense Center of Excellence earns two new grants For colleges and universities grants funding research in STEM-related fields are essential to continuing programs that can…
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The Citadel’s board approves tuition and fees for 2017-18 academic year
June 19, 2017The Citadel’s Board of Visitors approved tuition and fees for the 2017-18 academic year. The Citadel’s fee structure is different from most colleges and universities because the costs of room…
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GSSM Foundation receives grant from Monsanto Fund to support GoSciTech residential camps
June 15, 2017
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSM-F) recently received a $10,000 grant from the Monsanto Fund’s 2017 Site Grant Initiative in support of GSSM’s GoSciTech residential…
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GSSM Foundation receives grant from Monsanto Fund to support GoSciTech residential camps
June 15, 2017
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSM-F) recently received a $10,000 grant from the Monsanto Fund’s 2017 Site Grant Initiative in support of GSSM’s GoSciTech residential…
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The Citadel to host the Huge Foundation’s 2017 pitch competition
June 8, 2017The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business will host the third annual Network Globally, Act Locally (NGAL) pitch competition in June. The event is sponsored by the Harry and…
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The Citadel to host the Huge Foundation’s 2017 pitch competition
June 8, 2017The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business will host the third annual Network Globally, Act Locally (NGAL) pitch competition in June. The event is sponsored by the Harry and…
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Parents advocating for better schools get stronger voice with unveiling of Charleston RISE
June 7, 2017
Charleston County parents who feel passionately about working for better quality schools have a new resource. Charleston RISE, a new parent education advocacy group, was unveiled at an event in…
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Citadel School of Engineering: industry leader recognitions and faculty awards
May 29, 2017Academy of Engineers celebrates industry leaders The Citadel School of Engineering Academy of Engineers highlights engineering leaders from the public and private sectors for achievements in their professional endeavors, as…
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MUSC Foundation for Research Development announces two new board members
May 29, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Foundation for Research Development (FRD) has announced the appointment of two new members to its board of directors, as well as the full slate of directors…
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MUSC researchers cited for excellence in science
May 29, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – Dean G. Kilpatrick, Ph.D., and Michael G. Schmidt, Ph.D., were awarded the state’s highest honor, the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science during a ceremony Wednesday in…
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North Charleston Elementary School will learn the importance of Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, and Entrepreneurship during JA in a Day
May 24, 2017
North Charleston Elementary School in Charleston County will complete an entire Junior Achievement program tomorrow (May 25th) for all students in K-5th grade; a feat that ordinarily would require five…
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Berkeley County School District approves district office reoganization
May 24, 2017
School Board Chair Sally Wofford announced that the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) Board of Trustees has adopted a reorganizational structure of the district office to be effective July 1,…
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Berkeley County School District names Career and Technical education Teachers of the Year
May 23, 2017Berkeley County School District named Cane Bay Middle’s Jessica Donaldson and Goose Creek High’s Tim Burgsteiner its 2017 Career and Technical Education Teachers of the Year. Left to right:…
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BCSD finalizes issuance of $98 million of bonds to complete districtwide capital projects
May 23, 2017
School Board Chairwoman Sally Wofford announces that the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) has completed the scheduled issuance of the $98-million General Obligation Bonds, which will be used for various…
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Class of 2017 completes Accelerate, GSSM’s virtual engineering program
May 22, 2017
The students in the second graduating class of Accelerate, the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) virtual engineering program, received their certificates of completion on Saturday, May…
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Class of 2017 completes Accelerate, GSSM’s virtual engineering program
May 22, 2017
The students in the second graduating class of Accelerate, the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) virtual engineering program, received their certificates of completion on Saturday, May…
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Keep Charleston Beautiful hosts 12th Annual Green and Lean 5K
May 10, 2017
Keep Charleston Beautiful (KCB) will host the 12th Annual Green and Lean 5K on Saturday, May 13th to benefit Friends of Keep Charleston Beautiful, whose mission is to promote the…
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School communications leaders named to SC/NSPRA executive board
May 10, 2017The South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA), the largest statewide organization devoted to effective school communications, held its annual business meeting and awards program on…
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School communications leaders named to SC/NSPRA executive board
May 10, 2017
The South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (SC/NSPRA), the largest statewide organization devoted to effective school communications, held its annual business meeting and awards program on…
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Charleston Southern University / Commencement 2017
May 8, 2017One journey ended and another one began Saturday for 657 Charleston Southern University students. The North Charleston Coliseum was packed as University officials and family, friends and relatives came…
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Lowcountry high school named Most Outstanding for their service work
May 1, 2017A Charleston-area high school recently received the prestigious honor of Most Outstanding Students In Action Team from the Jefferson Awards Foundation (JAF). Charleston County School of the Arts’ Students…
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The Xtra Inch announces 2017 First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore Football Camps
April 27, 2017
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge The Xtra Inch, in partnership with the First Choice Medicaid health plan, will hold four First Choice Fit®…
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The Xtra Inch announces 2017 First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore Football Camps
April 27, 2017
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge The Xtra Inch, in partnership with the First Choice Medicaid health plan, will hold four First Choice Fit®…
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Berkeley County Board of Education seeks feedback from community about the next superintendent
April 27, 2017
Board Members to Attend Multiple Gatherings to Receive Input from Constituents Members of the Berkeley County Board of Education are conducting a search to find the next superintendent of Berkeley…
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Governor McMaster signs new pension bill with statewide urging from educators
April 25, 2017
The unified membership of The South Carolina Education Association voiced support for H.3726, a law that will now ensure a stable pension plan for state and district employees. COLUMBIA, SC…
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CCPL to participate in CCSD’s Seamless Summer Feeding Program
April 24, 2017
The Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) will serve free breakfast to children in need this summer through its participation in the Seamless Summer Feeding Program run by the Charleston County…
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New CCU Real Estate Club receives support of local business leaders inaugural meeting slated for Wednesday, April 26
April 24, 2017
With its inaugural meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, the Coastal Carolina University Real Estate Club has already received the endorsement of the Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Conway and…
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Stratford High students win $10,500 from Charleston Exchange Club
April 24, 2017
Stratford High School seniors, Kathryn Taylor and Harrison Wedgeworth, won a combined $10,500 in scholarship money during the Charleston Exchange Club’s Youth of the Year Scholarship program on April 13…
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Recognizing Phi Kappa Phi 2017 inductees at The Citadel
April 24, 2017The Citadel’s Chapter of The National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is celebrating its 37th anniversary in 2017 by inducting 83 new members, including two accomplished faculty representatives, two…
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SC educators combine their voices to urge Governor McMaster to sign new pension bill
April 23, 2017
The unified membership of The South Carolina Education Association supports H.3726, a bill that ensures stable pension plan for state and district employees. The members of The South Carolina Education Association…
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South Carolina’s public schools now hiring
April 23, 2017
South Carolina Teacher Expo is the State’s Largest Teacher Recruitment Fair Recruiters from South Carolina’s public school districts hope to fill their current and anticipated teacher vacancies at this year’s…
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Jefferson Awards Foundation Celebration of Service to recognize local student leaders
April 23, 2017
The Jefferson Awards Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a culture of service across America, will be hosting its annual Celebration of Service event on Tuesday, April 25…
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Converse College installs its tenth president, Krista L. Newkirk, JD
April 21, 2017
Today Converse College celebrated the investiture of its tenth president, Krista L. Newkirk, JD, on campus in Twichell Auditorium. The 90-minute inauguration ceremony featured a processional including the four living…
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Converse College installs its tenth president, Krista L. Newkirk, JD
April 21, 2017
Today Converse College celebrated the investiture of its tenth president, Krista L. Newkirk, JD, on campus in Twichell Auditorium. The 90-minute inauguration ceremony featured a processional including the four living…
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