South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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South Carolinians favor repairing schools before roads, new poll finds
December 1, 2016
Fifty-four percent of South Carolinians favor fixing the state’s schools before repairing roads. That is among the surprising findings of a newly released scientific poll of 600 residents conducted across…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces new board
December 1, 2016
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the election of new board members, appointed in June for terms to run two years. Herbert Watts, who serves on the…
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College of Charleston MBA Program resumes free, monthly information sessions
November 30, 2016
Choosing the right MBA program can be a challenge – but getting information shouldn’t be. Meet, mingle and discover the benefits of a degree from the College of Charleston’s global…
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Open call for artists to submit designs for Citadel’s 175th celebration poster
November 21, 2016The Citadel is issuing an open call to artists around the state of South Carolina to submit designs to be considered for the poster commemorating the military college’s upcoming 175th…
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Charleston Southern receives $2.25 million Title 3 Grant
November 21, 2016
The United States Department of Education has notified Charleston Southern that the university has been selected to receive funding for a Title 3 project. The $2,249,700 award will be administered…
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Charleston School of Law organization giving back to the cCommunity through its Angel Tree Project
November 18, 2016The Black Law Students Association of the Charleston School of Law is proud to announce its 11th Annual Angel Tree Project. This project started on November 7, 2016 and will…
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District teachers awarded grants for their “Bright Ideas”
November 16, 2016Several Berkeley County School District teachers will receive Berkeley Electric Cooperative (BEC) Bright Ideas Grants to purchase supplies and complete exciting and educational projects with their students. To celebrate grant…
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YWCA of Greater Charleston launches tech coding club for middle school girls
November 14, 2016
The YWCA of Greater Charleston will launch a free coding club for girls in the 6th to 8th grades beginning today. Created in partnership with Girls Who Code and Charleston…
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YWCA of Greater Charleston launches tech coding club for middle school girls
November 14, 2016
The YWCA of Greater Charleston will launch a free coding club for girls in the 6th to 8th grades beginning today. Created in partnership with Girls Who Code and Charleston…
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MUSC and SC Technical College System sign agreement promising more access and affordability for South Carolina students
November 14, 2016
MUSC and the SC Technical College System signed a historical memorandum of understanding designed to increase access to higher education for students across the state and provide a cost-effective alternative…
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MUSC and SC Technical College System sign agreement promising more access and affordability for South Carolina students
November 14, 2016MUSC and the SC Technical College System signed a historical memorandum of understanding designed to increase access to higher education for students across the state and provide a cost-effective alternative…
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Berkeley County Schools welcomes five new board members
November 11, 2016
The Berkeley County School District is pleased to welcome five new Board of Education members, who were elected on Tuesday. The new members, who will be officially sworn in at…
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Cainhoy Elementary to receive over $10,000 donation from family of beloved school volunteer
November 10, 2016
Gift to be used to remodel user spaces in school’s library Cainhoy Elementary School will receive a $10,365 donation from the family of the late Mary Esther Obremskey on Monday,…
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CCSD Superintendent Postlewait rated ‘Highly Effective’ on her evaluation
November 10, 2016
The Charleston County Board of Trustees evaluated Superintendent Gerrita Postlewait on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. On her evaluation, Dr. Postlewait received an overall score of 3.5 out of 4.0, which…
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Celebrating Citadel Diversity Milestones in the 50th and 20th years
November 7, 2016Honoring the achievements of African American and Female pioneer-cadets and alumni The Citadel’s 2016 Homecoming weekend will kick off a number of special events being held in coming months to…
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Britt, Peters and Associates establishes apprenticeship program for drafters and engineers
November 7, 2016
Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced Tuesday that Britt, Peters and Associates established a registered apprenticeship program for its drafters and engineers. This apprenticeship program represents…
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Britt, Peters and Associates establishes apprenticeship program for drafters and engineers
November 7, 2016Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced Tuesday that Britt, Peters and Associates established a registered apprenticeship program for its drafters and engineers. This apprenticeship program represents…
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The Citadel War Memorial to honor fallen alumni
November 2, 2016Groundbreaking ceremony to be held during Homecoming 2016 Citadel alumni have proudly served in every national conflict since the Mexican War, and now close to 175 years later, those who…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative adds to board of directors and staff
November 2, 2016
SC Boeing VP to join movement ensuring all Lowcountry students graduate ready for college or career Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), an organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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Hon. Rita Allison and Hayne Hipp to receive David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence
October 31, 2016
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the winners of its David H. Wilkins Awards for Excellence. The Honorable Rita Allison (R-District 36) will be awarded the David H. Wilkins Award…
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J.K. Gourdin Elementary receives $5,600 through Rack Room Shoes that fit
October 26, 2016
J.K. Gourdin Elementary School, located at 1649 Highway 45 in Pineville, received a $5,600 Rack Room Shoes That Fit award for the third year in a row. “I am overwhelmed…
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BCSD students show strong performance on state testing
October 26, 2016
The South Carolina State Department of Education released each district’s state assessment scores on Tuesday, October 18. Results showed Berkeley County School District (BCSD) students outperformed students across the state…
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Sedgefield Intermediate receives Whole Child Award
October 26, 2016
Sedgefield Intermediate School (SFI) received the Whole Child Award at the 2016 South Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development’s (SC ASCD) Fall Conference in Columbia, on Friday, October…
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National survey reveals tourist anxiety and concerns post- Hurricane Matthew
October 26, 2016
A recent national survey reveals vital information to local and regional businesses on the impacts of Hurricane Matthew. The University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Lowcountry and Resort Islands Tourism Institute,…
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$900,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
October 26, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) awarded the SC Technical College System a $900,000 grant to increase and diversify apprenticeship in the state. This grant is…
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$900,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
October 26, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) awarded the SC Technical College System a $900,000 grant to increase and diversify apprenticeship in the state. This grant is…
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Leadership Day 2016 includes over 100 civic engagement and leadership events
October 18, 2016Oct. 19 leadership development activities includes 1,200 cadets volunteering in Lowcountry Members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets live and learn in what is considered a leadership laboratory at…
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Daniel Island School is Common Sense Digital Citizenship Certified
October 17, 2016
Daniel Island School is now a Common Sense Certified School: Digital Citizenship. Common Sense, the national not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping students and families safely navigate digital media and technology,…
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Law school among top in nation on professors, quality of life
October 17, 2016
The Charleston School of Law is in the nation’s top 10 law schools for having best professors and offering a high quality of life for students, according to a new…
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BCSD principals and assistant principals of the year
October 13, 2016
Berkeley County School District recently named its principals and assistant principals of the year. Individuals chosen for this honor were nominated by their peers as well as district office leaders.…
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A Conversation with Lt Gen John W. Rosa, President, The Citadel
October 12, 2016
By Alan Cooper Lt Gen John W. Rosa became the 19th president of The Citadel on January 3, 2006. His presidency has been marked by a keen focus on strategic…
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Updated options for North Greenville ticket holders
October 11, 2016
Fans who have tickets for last week’s rescheduled football game against North Greenville can use them for this week’s top-10 matchup against Chattanooga. “Because The Citadel’s Parents Weekend has…
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Updated options for North Greenville ticket holders
October 11, 2016
Fans who have tickets for last week’s rescheduled football game against North Greenville can use them for this week’s top-10 matchup against Chattanooga. “Because The Citadel’s Parents Weekend has been…
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BCSD classes and offices to re-open Tuesday, October 11; Students to arrive on a one-hour delay
October 10, 2016
Berkeley County School District (BCSD) students will return to school tomorrow, Tuesday, October 11, and schools will operate on a one-hour delay. BCSD employees are to report at their regular…
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Four Low Country District Superintendents Join Forces to Work on Early Literacy
October 3, 2016
The Superintendents of the four school districts in the tri-county area, which include Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester Two and Dorchester Four, are collaborating to identify and implement best practices in Early…
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Berkeley County School District to host public forums
October 3, 2016
Berkeley County School District will host a series of eight public forum meetings, entitled Moving Berkeley Forward…A community that empowers every student for success. Community members who attend the forum…
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Citadel among top five in nation on President’s Honor Roll for community service
October 3, 2016
The Citadel is now listed on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the top five colleges and universities for civic service in America in the category of General…
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Now accepting cadet and student applicants for new Swain Department of Nursing
October 3, 2016South Carolina Board of Nursing gives the go ahead to Citadel’s program for Jan. 2017 start The Citadel is now accepting applications for its new Swain Department of Nursing program…
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Dr. Donald Porter named Director of Communications and Community Engagement
October 2, 2016
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Dr. Donald Porter has been named the new Director of Communications and Community Engagement for the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. The…
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Zucker Family School of Education introduces kids to artists and authors
October 2, 2016As part of its literacy initiative, “Authors in Schools,” The Zucker Family School of Education hosted award-winning illustrator James Ransome at three local partner schools to help kick off the…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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Berkeley County School District to host public forums
September 28, 2016
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District will host a series of seven public forum meetings, entitled Moving Berkeley Forward…A community that empowers every student for success. Community members…
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Citadel psychology professor awarded Fulbright Distinguished Chair
September 28, 2016
Lloyd “Chip” Taylor to research protective factors for bullying among children and adolescents Citadel psychology professor, husband and father of four is earning international recognition for receiving the 2016-17 Fulbright Canada-Palix…
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Janie Langley named Interim Principal of Cane Bay High School
September 27, 2016Janie Langley has been named as the interim principal of Cane Bay High School in Summerville, South Carolina. Berkeley County School District (BCSD) made this announcement on Friday, September 23.…
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