Here we grow again: Lander begins fall 2025 with record-setting enrollment
August 29, 2025
Lander University is once again shattering enrollment records, launching the 2025-26 academic year with the most students in the University’s 153-year history. This marks the 10th consecutive year of growth…
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Lowcountry Literacy Project and CCSD partner to expand literacy support in Title 1 Elevation Schools
August 29, 2025
The Lowcountry Literacy Project and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are partnering to expand literacy support into Title 1 Elevation Schools. Beginning this academic year, the initiative will bring Orton-Gillingham…
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SC Manufacturing Leadership Program welcomes third class of industry leaders
August 21, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced the 2025–2026 class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP), welcoming 22 rising leaders from across South Carolina’s manufacturing community. This year’s…
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Charleston County School District earns national recognition for budget excellence
August 19, 2025
Becomes the Largest SC Public Agency Recipient Charleston County School District (CCSD) has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), marking the first…
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CCSD sees significant increase in enrollment at district Centers for Advanced Studies
August 18, 2025
Charleston County School District is proud to announce a significant increase in enrollment at the district’s three Centers for Advanced Studies (Cooper River, East Cooper, and West Ashley Centers for Advanced Studies).…
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Original Six Foundation’s O6 Afterschool program marks 10 years of impact
August 18, 2025
Expands to Reach More South Carolina Students The Original Six (O6) Foundation proudly celebrates the 10th anniversary of its flagship initiative, the O6 Afterschool program—an effort that has empowered students…
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CCSD names veteran coach and administrator Gene Ross as new district Athletic Director
August 12, 2025
Charleston County School District announced the appointment of veteran coach and athletics leader Gene Ross as the district’s new Athletic Director. With more than 30 years of experience in high…
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Sixty-three bankers graduate after three-year intensive program at South Carolina Bankers School
August 11, 2025The South Carolina Bankers School (SCBS), hosted by the South Carolina Bankers Association, would like to recognize the graduates of the Class of 2025, who received their diplomas in a…
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Financial literacy teacher at Lucy Beckman Recognized by national financial organization
August 11, 2025
Lucy Beckham High School announced that financial literacy teacher William “Bill” Joy was recently named as one of the eight inaugural Teacher Fellows for the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE).…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation announces new board members and officers
August 7, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has elected new board officers and welcomed eight new members to its board of directors for 2025–26. The following…
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S.C. Certificate of Immunization for 5K-12th grade school entry now available online
August 4, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced the addition of the S.C. Certificate of Immunization (DPH Form 4024) to the Statewide Immunization Online Network (SIMON). Starting Aug. 1,…
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Superintendent Anita Huggins receives Community Impact Award from Historic Rotary Club of Charleston
August 4, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Superintendent Anita Huggins has been honored with the Community Impact Award by the Historic Rotary Club of Charleston. The award recognizes leaders who exemplify…
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Charleston Southern University announces banking partnership with The Huntington National Bank
July 28, 2025
Collaboration underscores shared commitment to education and community impact Charleston Southern University announced a new partnership with The Huntington National Bank to provide strategic financing, institutional banking services and access…
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College of Charleston and Trident Tech partner for new direct admission program
July 28, 2025
This week, the College of Charleston and Trident Technical College (TTC) will enter a new partnership to expand the new direct admission program known as the EPIC Scholars program. Through the…
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S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs fund Living Shoreline Program “Bio-Rock Experimentation” in the Broad River
July 28, 2025Multi-agency collaboration for living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF / Living Shoreline development and oyster restoration program. Coastal Carolina University (CCU), and the environmental non-profit Global Eco…
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Charleston County School District appoints Dr. Abigail Woods as Executive Director of Expanded Learning
July 27, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced the appointment of Dr. Abigail D. Woods as the new Executive Director of Expanded Learning. In this leadership role, Dr. Woods will oversee district-wide…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Casey Fox, Tekletics
July 24, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets (Columbia,…
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USC sets enrollment record while reinforcing commitment to South Carolina students
July 22, 2025
More South Carolinians are enrolled at USC’s Columbia campus than at any time in its 224-year history — a reflection of the flagship institution’s longstanding and unwavering commitment to serve the…
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Dolphins living near urban coastline show more frequent exposure to chemicals from plastics
July 22, 2025New study compared concentrations of endocrine-disrupting compounds between dolphins from Sarasota Bay, Florida, and Barataria Bay, Louisiana Dolphins that live near urban coastlines appear to be exposed more frequently to…
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Margaret Fent Bodman appointed South Carolina’s next State Child Advocate
July 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Margaret Fent Bodman as the next State Child Advocate to lead the Department of Children’s Advocacy following the departure of former Child Advocate Amanda Whittle, who…
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2025 CTA Survey shows historic gains in superintendent and school board ratings
July 21, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) acknowledged the results of the 2025 Charleston Teacher Alliance (CTA) End-of-Year Leadership Survey, which reflect strong and growing support for district leadership among classroom educators.…
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Veteran leader George White appointed as principal at Liberty Hill Academy
July 21, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces that veteran educator George White has been appointed principal of Liberty Hill Academy. White most recently served as the interim principal of Morningside Middle School, where…
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CCSD announces creation of Elevation Schools to expand support and resources for students
July 15, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the formation of Elevation Schools, a unified cohort of 14 elementary schools that will receive enhanced support and resources beginning in the 2025–2026 school…
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CCSD leader Sharon Randall appointed principal at Morningside Middle
July 8, 2025
Charleston County School District announced that Sharon Randall has been named principal of Morningside Middle School. Currently the assistant principal at the East Cooper Center for Advanced Studies, Randall brings…
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College of Charleston Alumna awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
July 7, 2025
With the help of the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, marine biology graduate Emily Dombrowski ’23 recently received a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Emily Dombrowski ’23 earned dual degrees…
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SCETV to host interactive career and safety event for children in partnership with SC First Steps
June 30, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV), in partnership with SC First Steps, will host Safety Town, an interactive and educational experience provided by SC Career Kids, on June 28, from 10 a.m.…
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Junior Achievement and BofA drive financial literacy for South Carolina high schoolers
June 25, 2025
Multi-stop JA Finance Park Mobile tour provided students an immersive financial experience Junior Achievement (JA) of Greater South Carolina and Bank of America partnered to deliver financial literacy education to…
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MUSC announces new executive vice president for Academic Affairs and provost
June 24, 2025
The MUSC Board of Trustees on June 20 approved the appointment of John Marymont, M.D., MBA, a highly respected and impactful academic leader, as the next executive vice president for…
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Kyle Smalls appointed principal of North Charleston Elementary School
June 23, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Kyle Smalls has been appointed principal of North Charleston Elementary School. He returns to CCSD after serving for the past three years as…
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Kimberly Richards named principal of Hunley Park Elementary School
June 23, 2025
Charleston County School District has named Kimberly Richards the principal of Hunley Park Elementary School. Richards most recently served as the principal of Stono Park Elementary School and brings a…
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Katie Houser named Interim Principal at Midland Park Primary School
June 23, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce that Katie Houser is returning to CCSD and has been named Interim Principal at Midland Park Primary School. With over 25…
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Ashley Dorsey named the principal at Stono Park Elementary School
June 23, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Ashley Dorsey has been named the principal at Stono Park Elementary School. She has been serving as the school’s interim principal and is…
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Charleston County School District sells $49.3 million in bonds at record-low rate
June 23, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) has successfully sold $49.3 million in general obligation bonds to support the remaining construction costs for four North Charleston school projects: A.C. Corcoran Elementary, Morningside…
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New CSU-CCSD Pathways Program offers dual enrollment and direct admission options to CSU
June 19, 2025
Charleston Southern University (CSU) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are launching the CSU-CCSD Collegiate Pathways Program, a new dual enrollment initiative designed to increase access to college-level coursework for…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives $50,000 grant to expand STEM programs across SC
June 19, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has received a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. Funding will provide greater accessibility…
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Dorchester County enhances water infrastructure for Dorchester District 4 school and local career center
June 17, 2025
Dorchester County Government is enhancing water infrastructure in the northwestern portion of the county by installing a new 12-inch water line spanning 4,600 linear feet along Schoolhouse Road in Dorchester.…
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Charleston Learning Center to offer Google Career Certificates
June 17, 2025
Learning Paths Focus on Seven High-Demand Careers Charleston Digital (CDC) announced that the Charleston Learning Center is partnering with Google to provide residents of the Tri-County area with scholarships for…
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South Carolina ETV to premiere Healing with Grace as part of “Never Forgotten: The Emanuel Nine” commemoration
June 16, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will premiere the broadcast special Healing with Grace on June 19 at 8 p.m. on ETV. The one-hour special will also be available for streaming…
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USCB to host public meeting on Sand Shark 20/20 Project
June 16, 2025
The University of South Carolina Beaufort will host a public meeting on Thursday, June 26 to share the plans for the Sand Shark 20/20 Project, an initiative to create a…
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College of Charleston hosts retirement planning class
June 16, 2025
The College of Charleston is excited to offer Retirement Planning Today® classes beginning in July. Retirement Planning Today® is tailored for adults aged 50 to 70, providing the tools and…
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Impact Justice receives $97,000 grant from Power:Ed to support SC prison system’s first vertical farm job training program at Camille Graham
June 9, 2025
National nonprofit organization Impact Justice (IJ) was awarded a $97,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support Growing Justice, a pilot program in partnership with…
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College of Charleston to offer community human resources class
June 5, 2025
The School of Business at the College of Charleston is offering an introductory Fundamentals of Human Resources open to the community, scheduled to begin June 23. The hybrid course is…
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New residence hall to enhance student experience, honor cultural heritage
June 3, 2025
The College of Charleston is expanding its student housing with the addition of the Coming Street Commons, a planned 1,200-bed student-residence complex just north of Calhoun Street. This new development will enhance the student experience with more housing choices and provide a welcoming environment…
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Charleston County School District announces new Liberty Hill Academy leader
June 3, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Colleen Carr has been named the new leader of Liberty Hill Academy, effective July 1, 2025. Carr has served as the district’s Director…
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College of Charleston to offer community human resources class
June 2, 2025
The School of Business at the College of Charleston is offering an introductory Fundamentals of Human Resources open to the community, scheduled to begin June 23. The hybrid course is…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Gala raises over $250,000 to support Thrive25 Initiative
June 2, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities celebrated 25 years of transformative arts education at its milestone 25th Anniversary Gala, held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently…
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Andrea Gadsden named principal of Simmons-Pinckney Middle School
May 25, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD)announced that Andrea Gadsden has been selected as the next principal of Simmons-Pinckney Middle School, effective July 1, 2025. Gadsden has served the Jerry Zucker Middle…
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Greenville Technical College remains #1 in SC on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges
May 22, 2025
For the second year in a row, Greenville Technical College (GTC) is ranked first in South Carolina out of the top 250 online learning colleges in the nation. In addition,…
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Charleston County School District passes FY2026 budget with historic investments in students and staff
May 22, 2025
The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees has officially adopted the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 (FY26) budget, totaling $1.76 billion, at their regularly scheduled May 19, 2025, Board Meeting.…
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