BCSD hosts Parent University: testing workshops
March 23, 2016Berkeley County School District will host three parent workshops for parents and guardians to learn about annual tests their child will take, why the tests are given, how to interpret…
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The Medical University of South Carolina achieves Excellence Recognition award for third year
March 23, 2016For the third year in a row, The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) was recognized by the South Carolina Hospital Association’s (SCHA) Working Well initiative and Prevention Partners for…
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Fritz Hollings earns Krause leadership award
March 21, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – From The Citadel in the 1940s, to the battlefields of World War II, to the office of Governor of South Carolina, and then the U.S. Senate, Ernest…
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BCSD announces three 2016 Teacher of the Year Honor Roll finalists
March 15, 2016MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District (BCSD) announced its top three Honor Roll Teacher of the Year finalists at its annual Teacher Forum Induction on Friday, March 11…
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Former FBI special agent to lead Intelligence and Security Studies at The Citadel
March 10, 2016
New programs in spring include masters’ in engineering and intelligence and security studies CHARLESTON, SC – One of the nation’s leading security experts and a former FBI special agent…
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BCSD to host Teacher Recruitment Fair Saturday, March 12
March 9, 2016Berkeley County School District (BCSD) will host its 15th Annual Teacher Recruitment Fair on Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Cane Bay High School (1624 State…
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Adam Smith Week
March 9, 2016
Every spring semester the Center for Public Choice & Market Process at the College of Charleston organizes Adam Smith Week. Through a variety of events, Adam Smith Week is a way for the…
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Sedgefield Middle receives $22,800 grant
March 8, 2016MONCKS CORNER, SC – Sedgefield Middle School recently was awarded a $22,800 grant by the Google Data Center Fund and the Tides Foundation to expand student interest in coding, computer science…
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Science & Math Governor’s School to Honor Milliken & Company with the 2016 Townes Award
March 8, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics will honor Milliken & Company with the 2016 Townes Award during the School’s 24th annual Townes Toast with a Twist event.…
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Science & Math Governor’s School to Honor Milliken & Company with the 2016 Townes Award
March 8, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics will honor Milliken & Company with the 2016 Townes Award during the School’s 24th annual Townes Toast with a Twist event.…
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Regional Education Report Finds Gaps in Educational Outcomes
March 7, 2016
Report online at www.TriCountyCradleToCareer.org The Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) released its Regional Education Report: Chapter Two. The report provides a comprehensive overview of educational outcomes for public…
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MUSC names Dr. Kathleen Brady vice president for research
March 3, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Kathleen T. Brady, M.D., Ph.D., has been named vice president for research at the Medical University of South Carolina. This position oversees the Office of Research and…
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House of Blues Music Forward Foundation
March 2, 2016
Destiny Rambert-Smalls and Jonathan McEachin enjoyed a fun night at the House of Blues in Myrtle Beach where they received their instruments, and were treated to VIP seats at a…
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Stratford CyberPatriot teams win 1st place awards in State Gold and Silver Tiers
February 29, 2016Two teams of high school students from Stratford High School in Goose Creek, SC, recently concluded an exceptional round of competition in the eighth season of CyberPatriot – the National…
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Nexton Elementary a Common Sense Digital Citizenship Certified School
February 29, 2016Common Sense, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of digital media and technology, has recognized Nexton Elementary as a Common Sense Digital Citizenship…
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Citadel Foundation executive earns doctoral degree
February 29, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Citadel Foundation proudly announces that Chief Executive Officer John P. (Jay) Dowd III, has earned the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Educational Administration, with a…
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Meet the new Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts Foundation, Tim McClain
February 25, 2016
Timothy McClain has been named Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) Foundation in Greenville, SC. In this role, Mr. McClain will manage the organization’s fundraising operations…
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BCSD School Board received FY 2016-2017 budget update
February 24, 2016Berkeley County School Board members received the FY 2016-2017 Budget Update presentation at their meeting Tuesday evening, February 23. The update, presented by Berkeley County School District (BCSD) Chief Financial…
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BCSD Schools earn Palmetto Gold and Silver State Recognition
February 24, 2016Twenty Berkeley County School District (BCSD) schools have been recognized as Palmetto Gold and Silver Award recipients for the 2014-2015 school year. The S.C. Department of Education identified 589 schools…
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Goose Creek High students cue the awards at Palmetto Dramatic Association and SC Thespians Festival
February 24, 2016Goose Creek High School (GCHS)students participated in the Palmetto Dramatic Association and South Carolina Thespians Festival, and proved to be stand-outs in various categories. Hosted by Dorman High School in…
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Meet the new Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts Foundation, Tim McClain
February 24, 2016Timothy McClain has been named Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) Foundation in Greenville, SC. In this role, Mr. McClain will manage the organization’s fundraising operations…
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BCSD Kindergarten, Head Start and CDEP Kick-Off
February 23, 2016Berkeley County School District is hosting its ‘Kick-Off to Kindergarten” event Feb. 29- March 04. The district will begin registering three-, four-, and five-year olds for its early childhood programs…
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Six Richland One High School basketball teams in the playoffs
February 22, 2016
Six Richland One high school basketball teams will be seeking athletic glory in the state playoffs this week. Everyone is encouraged to come out and cheer on their favorite team.…
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Six Richland One High School basketball teams in the playoffs
February 22, 2016
Six Richland One high school basketball teams will be seeking athletic glory in the state playoffs this week. Everyone is encouraged to come out and cheer on their favorite team.…
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BCSD students win big at State Beta Convention
February 22, 2016Beta Club students from Berkeley High, Goose Creek High and Stratford High participated in the South Carolina State Senior Beta Convention in Myrtle Beach. Because of their hard work, more…
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Teen Summer Job Expo
February 17, 2016WHO & WHAT: Berkeley County School District, with the Exchange Club of Cane Bay, will host the free Teen Summer Job Expo and job fair for Berkeley County students. WHEN…
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Jimmy Bailey, Founder, President, YEScarolina
February 15, 2016
LowcountryBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with…
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Clemson engineering program for careers in energy management now offered at Lowcountry Graduate Center
February 15, 2016
To meet the growing demand for engineers with knowledge in energy-related fields, Clemson University now offers a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power engineering…
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One of America’s longest-serving mayors returns to his roots
February 15, 2016
Former Mayor of Charleston, Joseph P. Riley, Jr., begins tenure at The Citadel After spending 40 years as Charleston’s mayor, Joseph P. Riley, Jr., reported to The Citadel just…
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Thousands prep for Google/The Citadel’s Lowcountry STEM Event
February 11, 2016
Storm The Citadel! Brings science, technology, engineering and math to Life . . A record number of teams across South Carolina are preparing for the Sixth Annual Storm The Citadel…
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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Student Art Exhibition
February 10, 2016The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) Art in the Interim and Open Art Studio student artwork will be on exhibition at the Drs. Bruce and Lee…
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2016 Berkeley County School District Conference
February 10, 2016The Berkeley County School District Teacher Forum and Berkeley County School District (BCSD) will host the 2016 BCSD Conference, teacher instructional fair, on Friday, February 12, 2016, at Cane Bay…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Rookie Teachers of the Year
February 8, 2016Schools in Berkeley County School District have chosen their Rookie Teachers of the Year. Rookie Teachers of the Year are nominated by their school principal based on the following…
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TransformSC schools and districts using technology to personalize learning
February 5, 2016
National and state experts give educators support to scale blended learning Educators gathered at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies in Chapin to advance the use of blended learning…
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CCSD to Host Winter Gala Honoring Excellent Educators
February 4, 2016WHAT: The Charleston County School District (CCSD) will host its 6th Annual Winter Gala: An Evening with the Stars Presents: Broadway! The sold out event (1,000 attendees) will honor 84…
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Five CCSD Teachers Featured in International Professional Learning Films
February 4, 2016The Charleston County School District announced that five teachers from our district are featured in videos about effective teaching in an online professional learning platform, Edivate. Videos on Edivate are…
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CCSD to Host Winter Gala Honoring Excellent Educators
February 4, 2016WHAT: The Charleston County School District (CCSD) will host its 6th Annual Winter Gala: An Evening with the Stars Presents: Broadway! The sold out event (1,000 attendees) will honor 84…
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Five CCSD Teachers Featured in International Professional Learning Films
February 4, 2016The Charleston County School District announced that five teachers from our district are featured in videos about effective teaching in an online professional learning platform, Edivate. Videos on Edivate are…
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Riley Institute at Furman to co-present SC Energy Forum in Charleston Feb. 5
February 2, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – An in-depth discussion about three of the major energy issues facing South Carolina will take center stage when the eighth annual Law & Society Symposium is held…
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Get to know Lara Latto, Principal at Harbor View Elementary School
February 1, 2016Lara Latto is the principal at Harbor View Elementary School. Described by colleagues as a role model for both students and teachers, Mrs. Latto believes that her school is about…
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Get to know Lara Latto, Principal at Harbor View Elementary School
February 1, 2016
Lara Latto is the principal at Harbor View Elementary School. Described by colleagues as a role model for both students and teachers, Mrs. Latto believes that her school is about…
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Two CCSD School Improvement Councils Recognized
January 29, 2016The School Improvement Councils (SICs) for Jennie Moore Elementary School and Laing Middle School were recently named to the SC School Improvement Council’s (SC-SIC) 2016 Honor Roll for their efforts…
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Two CCSD School Improvement Councils Recognized
January 29, 2016The School Improvement Councils (SICs) for Jennie Moore Elementary School and Laing Middle School were recently named to the SC School Improvement Council’s (SC-SIC) 2016 Honor Roll for their efforts…
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Howe Hall AIMS accepting applications
January 28, 2016Howe Hall Arts Infused Magnet School (AIMS) is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year. Applications must be postmarked by Friday, April 1, 2016. Parents interested in completing an…
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BCSD accepting applications for school bus drivers; February training scheduled
January 28, 2016WHO & WHAT: Berkeley County School District is currently accepting applications for school bus drivers and will host a training for drivers who apply. WHEN & WHERE: Apply online at…
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Charleston County School District offers an extension on the review of instructional materials
January 28, 2016Who: Community members interested in reviewing textbooks available for adoption in Charleston County School District. What: The South Carolina Department of Education finalized the list of instructional materials available for…
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News 2’s Cool Star School Award Finalists Announced
January 28, 2016The Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that WCBD News 2, Charleston’s NBC affiliate, is the sponsor of the second annual Cool Star School Award to honor schools whose educators…
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News 2’s Cool Star School Award Finalists Announced
January 28, 2016The Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that WCBD News 2, Charleston’s NBC affiliate, is the sponsor of the second annual Cool Star School Award to honor schools whose educators…
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