Education and business leaders push for accountable education through passage of Amendment 1
October 30, 2018In a rare showing of bipartisan support, Republican State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and former Democratic Superintendent Inez Tenenbaum joined a chorus of business leaders and local officials to…
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Mullikin family builds children’s library in the Republic of Fiji
October 30, 2018
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN, S.C. – The children and teachers of WENDY HOUSE, the primary kindergarten in the Village of Toga, Republic of Fiji, now have a…
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High School Teams Receive Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam™ Grant for Invention Projects
October 29, 201815 Student Teams Nationwide Awarded up to $10K in Grants to Address Local Problems The Lemelson-MIT Program announced the 2018–2019 InvenTeams, 15 teams of high school students nationwide, each receiving up…
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Richland Two Institute of Innovation team receives Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam grant
October 29, 2018
A Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) class is one of 15 student teams from across the country to be named a 2018–2019 InvenTeam by the Lemelson-MIT Program. Teams receive…
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Wando’s yearbook staff earns Best Yearbook in the State
October 28, 2018For the first time in Wando’s history, the high school’s yearbook, Legend, has been named the Best Yearbook in South Carolina by the South Carolina Scholastic Press Association at the…
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At-risk youth to benefit from SC State, Clemson partnership
October 26, 2018
SC State University, in partnership with Clemson University, has received a five-year, $1.28 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to implement science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum…
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Cybersecurity Legal Task Force formed at University of South Carolina School of Law
October 26, 2018
Coinciding with October’s designation as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the University of South Carolina School of Law created a Cybersecurity Legal Task Force to better inform the legal profession and the public on cyber threat information…
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TransformSC bus tour takes lawmakers, business leaders, and education advocates to Florence, Sumter schools
October 26, 2018
TransformSC, an initiative of the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness, took a group of 40 policymakers, business leaders, educators, and education advocates on a tour of schools in Florence and…
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Richland Two announces first Rookie Teacher of the Block
October 26, 2018Richland School District Two, announced that Round Top Elementary school special education teacher Brett Frye is the first H&R Block Rookie Teacher of the Block. The district and the tax…
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College of Charleston implements Clear Bag Policy at all ticketed athletics events
October 25, 2018
In order to expedite entry and provide a safe and secure environment for our student-athletes, staff, fans, guests and visitors, College of Charleston Athletics has implemented a Clear Bag Policy…
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The Citadel Graduate College celebrates 50 years of educating leaders
October 25, 2018Mitchell Lee, recording sensation and Citadel alumnus to perform at anniversary tailgate Oct. 27 The Citadel Graduate College educates students in classrooms on campus and online around the world. However,…
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Atlanta-based ArtsNow awarded AAEDD Grant to fund smART Literacy! project in South Carolina schools
October 25, 2018
Charleston County School District chosen as a beneficiary of $2.27 million+ ArtsNow grant ArtsNow Learning (ArtsNow) has been selected to receive funding through the US Department of Education’s (USDOE) Assistance…
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Group facilitator Thetyka Robinson joins TCCC staff
October 25, 2018
Thetyka Robinson to lead facilitation of TCCC’s networks, consortia and project teams Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative has hired Thetyka Robinson as Director of Facilitation. Robinson is responsible for the facilitation…
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South Carolina students outperform nation on SAT and Advanced Placement examinations
October 25, 2018The College Board released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students scored fifteen points above the national average on the SAT exam and exceeded…
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Career & job Fair 2019 @ SHHS
October 25, 2018Spring Hill High School Careers Pathway Magnet cordially invites you to participate with our first Career & Job Fair on Friday, January 18, 2019, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at…
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Art & Essay Contest Announcement
October 25, 2018
Every Year the Atlantic Institute has an Art & Essay contest for Middle and High School students with amazing prizes. This year’s theme is: “Building Community: The Role of Teens.” If…
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EdVenture Children’s Museum receives federal funding to address statewide educational challenges
October 25, 2018
EdVenture Children’s Museum has been awarded two federal grants totaling $397,493 from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) in support of its statewide early education and youth development…
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Career & job Fair 2019 @ SHHS
October 25, 2018
Spring Hill High School Careers Pathway Magnet cordially invites you to participate with our first Career & Job Fair on Friday, January 18, 2019, 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at…
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Lexington District One celebrates 30 Teachers of the Year
October 24, 2018The certified staff at each of Lexington County School District One’s 30 schools recently chose one certified teacher to represent them in the district’s 2018–2019 Teacher of the Year selection…
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Lexington District One celebrates 30 Teachers of the Year
October 24, 2018The certified staff at each of Lexington County School District One’s 30 schools recently chose one certified teacher to represent them in the district’s 2018–2019 Teacher of the Year selection…
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Charleston County School District receives Accreditation from AdvancED
October 23, 2018The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees learned Monday afternoon that the district will receive its first-ever system-wide accreditation from AdvancED, the world’s foremost education accrediting agency. AdvancED…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $18,000 in robotics grants
October 23, 2018At the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Lexington One Educational Foundation recognized winners of a new grant program to support…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation announces winners of Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools
October 23, 2018At the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Lexington One Educational Foundation recognized winners of the Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools.…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation announces winners of Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools
October 23, 2018At the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Lexington One Educational Foundation recognized winners of the Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools.…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $18,000 in robotics grants
October 23, 2018At the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, October 16, 2018, the Lexington One Educational Foundation recognized winners of a new grant program to support…
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Public invited to review proposed instructional materials and textbooks
October 22, 2018
The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s public schools. The materials will be on display from October 23…
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Lexington District One schools offer candidate forums
October 19, 2018On General Election Day, Nov. 6, 2018, Lexington County School District One voters will choose three individuals for three at-large seats on the Board of Trustees. One of the original…
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Midlands Technical College, area school districts sign agreement to train welders more quickly
October 17, 2018
High School Welding Students to Earn College Credit Midlands Technical College (MTC) has partnered with high-school-level welding programs in Lexington, Richland, and Fairfield counties to make it easier, quicker, and…
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Dominion Energy awards $10,000 grant to Junior Achievement; hosts high school students for job shadow day
October 17, 2018
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina has received a $10,000 grant from Dominion Energy. The gift to the educational nonprofit will help prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs to achieve great…
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Four to be inducted into Richland One Hall of Fame
October 17, 2018Photo: A news conference was held October 17 to announce the four persons who will be inducted into the Richland One Hall of Fame in February. Induction into the Hall…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes winners
October 17, 2018Blythewood family wins Carolina Prize Pack, $529 College Savings Grant South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the winners of the second annual Future Scholar Holler Sweepstakes. Sarah Christopher of Awendaw,…
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SC State business students win first place at National Black MBA Competition
October 16, 2018From left: Tyree McDonald, Brandi McCoy, Ariana Ruiz, Trevon Andrews SC State University students in the School of Business won a $15,000 first place prize, claiming victory over several other distinguished colleges and…
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Four alumni to be honored during Wofford Homecoming
October 15, 2018
Weekend also includes Terrier Ball, football game The Wofford College Alumni Association will honor four alumni Saturday, Oct. 20, during Homecoming Weekend at the college. Highlights of the weekend also…
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Two Richland One employees selected for prestigious education program
October 15, 2018
Richland One announced the selection of two of its employees to participate in the South Carolina Education Policy Fellowship Program (SC-EPFP) for 2018-2019. Samantha Carlisle, principal of South Kilbourne Elementary…
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The Women’s Business Center of South Carolina at Columbia College announces inaugural Women’s Business Summit on International Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
October 15, 2018
Recognizing the contributions women business owners make globally and in South Carolina by strengthening our communities and initiating sustained prosperity. The Women’s Business Center of South Carolina at Columbia College…
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USC open Digital Transformation Lab
October 15, 2018The University of South Carolina recently announced several expansions of partnerships with corporate giants IBM, Samsung, Siemens and Yaskawa, including a partnership agreement with IBM for a new Industrial…
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Hammond School announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni and Young Alumni Award recipients
October 15, 2018Hammond, an independent school offering students pre-kindergarten through grade 12 a thoughtfully developed academic experience, has named Reba Campbell its 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient and Andy Folsom its 2018…
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Hammond School announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni and Young Alumni Award recipients
October 15, 2018
Hammond, an independent school offering students pre-kindergarten through grade 12 a thoughtfully developed academic experience, has named Reba Campbell its 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient and Andy Folsom its 2018…
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South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries
October 12, 2018Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…
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South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries
October 12, 2018
Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…
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College of Charleston to host ‘Last Seen: Finding Family After Slavery’ – October 17
October 11, 2018
The College of Charleston Friends of the Library and the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture are collaborating with Judith Giesberg, professor of history at Villanova University,…
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University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus closed
October 11, 2018
The University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus is closed and all classes canceled Thursday, Oct. 11 because of expected hazardous road conditions associated with Hurricane Michael. University officials expect to…
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Palmetto Health partners with MUSC Health, Sumter School District and the SC Telehealth Alliance to expand school-based telehealth in Sumter County schools
October 9, 2018
Palmetto Health is joining MUSC Health, Sumter School District and the SC Telehealth Alliance to offer education and clinical telehealth services to Sumter County students in select schools. To kick-off…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session for prospective students
October 9, 2018Tuesday, October 16 The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH) and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) are hosting Two Paths to…
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East Point Academy named #3 Charter School in S.C
October 8, 2018
East Point Academy was recently named the #3 Best Charter School in South Carolina by Niche – an online platform which evaluates schools nationwide. The rankings and information collected by…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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Top-level executives plan unprecedented advanced manufacturing forum in South Carolina
October 5, 2018Top-level executives from some of South Carolina’s largest and most influential companies are coming together in Greenville on Oct. 9 for an unprecedented forum on how higher education can best…
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Four Richland One seniors named Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program
October 4, 2018Four Richland One seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program, one of the country’s most prestigious academic recognition programs. Richland One congratulates the following…
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UofSC launches South Carolina’s only aerospace engineering bachelor’s degree program
October 4, 2018
The University of South Carolina College of Engineering and Computing has launched the state’s first and only undergraduate degree program in aerospace engineering. The new program will create a pipeline…
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