Matt Sherman named 2025 5A Principal of the Year
March 5, 2025
Matt Sherman, Principal of Blythewood High School has been selected as the 2025 SCAAA 5A Principal of the Year, announced by The South Carolina Athletic Administrators Association (SCAAA). This prestigious…
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Richland One to hold superintendent search community forums March 12-13
March 5, 2025
Richland One students, staff, parents and community members are invited to share their thoughts about the district’s next leader during three upcoming community forums. The community forums will be led…
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Disability Celebration Day returns this Saturday, March 8 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
March 3, 2025
Join the museum in celebrating those with disabilities with an exciting program featuring a community art project, silent disco and more. During Disability Celebration Day, guests have a special opportunity to ‘make…
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More than $150,000 in Midlands Technical College Foundation Scholarships available
February 28, 2025
The Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) is now accepting applications for more than 100 scholarships, totaling more than $150,000. The application window runs from March 1 through April 15, 2025.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Angela Haigler of St. Matthews K-8 School as Educator of the Month
February 28, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Angela Haigler of Calhoun County School District’s St. Matthews K-8 School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for February.…
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Applications for immersion and 4K and enrollment for 5K in Lexington One are now open!
February 28, 2025
Lexington County School District One is now accepting applications for its immersion and pre-kindergarten (4K) programs, as well as enrollment for kindergarten (5K) for the 2025–26 school year. Students in…
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Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society wins top honors at Newberry College Speech and Debate Competition
February 27, 2025
Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society wins top honors at Newberry College Speech and Debate Competition The Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society delivered a strong performance at the Newberry College Speech and Debate Competition, earning…
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River Bluff High School welcomes Britt Collins as assistant principal
February 26, 2025
River Bluff High School announced the appointment of Britt Collins as an assistant principal, effective late May 2025. Collins will step into this role following the promotion of Howard S.…
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Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society wins top honors at Newberry College Speech and Debate Competition
February 26, 2025Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society wins top honors at Newberry College Speech and Debate Competition The Denmark Technical College Oratorical Society delivered a strong performance at the Newberry College Speech…
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South Carolina ETV digital series Original SC shares inspiring stories from across the Palmetto State
February 26, 2025South Carolina ETV’s award-winning digital series Original SC offers an exploration of South Carolina through the lives of the people that call this place home. The season’s first episode debuted online on Jan. 30,…
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School of Medicine Columbia breaks ground on new facility at USC Health Sciences Campus
February 25, 2025
The University of South Carolina broke ground on a facility that will redefine the future of health care education and research during a ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the…
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School District Five coordinator earns statewide recognition
February 25, 2025
Davida Price, School District Five’s Coordinator of Youth and Family Services (4K), has been awarded the 2025 State Service Award by the South Carolina Early Childhood Association (SCECA). The SCECA…
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Richland One Board launching national search for next superintendent
February 21, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners is launching a national search to find the district’s next superintendent. The Board has hired BWP & Associates, a search firm that has…
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State Museum to celebrate those with disabilities with special event on Saturday, March 8
February 21, 2025
Disability Celebration Day features activities including a community art project, silent disco, sensory-friendly shows and more The South Carolina State Museum announced the return of its Disability Celebration Day event,…
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Columbia educator surprised with $25,000 Milken Award
February 20, 2025
Forest Lake Elementary School’s lead interventionist Keighley (pronounced “KAY-lee”) George thought she was attending a schoolwide assembly this morning in honor of a visit from State Department of Education officials, but instead, she received a heartwarming surprise. George was presented with the Milken Educator Award,…
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Denmark Technical College students earn $15,000 scholarships at inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit
February 20, 2025
Two Denmark Technical College students, Ra’Niyah Daniels and Kawonna Maple, were each awarded the Cal & Annette Johnson Scholarship, valued at $15,000, at the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce…
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Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory returns Thurs., Feb. 20 | 6:30 – 10 p.m.
February 20, 2025
Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum’s Observatory with this new concert series featuring Alt-R&B act Death Ray Robin. Performing solo, Columbia, SC native and Death Ray…
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Denmark Technical College inducts four into Alumni Hall of Fame
February 20, 2025
Denmark Technical College honored four distinguished alumni during its Second Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Induction, held as part of the 8th Annual President’s Legacy Scholarship Gala. A highlight of…
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Denmark Technical College students earn $15,000 scholarships at inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit
February 19, 2025
Two Denmark Technical College students, Ra’Niyah Daniels and Kawonna Maple, were each awarded the Cal & Annette Johnson Scholarship, valued at $15,000, at the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce…
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Richland One executive director of information technology to be inducted into Consortium for School Networking’s Volunteer Hall of Fame
February 18, 2025
Dr. Candice Coppock, Richland One’s executive director of information technology (IT), will be inducted into the 2025 Consortium for School Networking’s (CoSN) Volunteer Hall of Fame. The non-profit organization is…
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School District Five teacher selected for prestigious learning opportunity
February 17, 2025
Spring Hill High School teacher Marc Turner was selected for a prestigious learning opportunity to study the lives and service of an American Veteran with National History Day® (NHD) and the American Battle…
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Beat the Winter Blues at EdVenture
February 14, 2025
When the weather is dreary, the kids are out of school, and the cabin fever kicks in, there’s no better place to bring the family than EdVenture! This February, EdVenture…
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Columbia World Affairs Council merges with Columbia Council for Internationals
February 14, 2025
The merger expands regional capacities to host international leaders & students and to connect with more American professionals & families in the Midlands The Columbia World Affairs Council (CWAC) announces…
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Over 350 S.C. Cooperative Extension professionals donate supplies to Rapid Shelter Columbia as part of the statewide conference
February 14, 2025
More than 350 Cooperative Extension professionals from across South Carolina came together for a statewide service project to support Rapid Shelter Columbia during the second biennial South Carolina Joint Cooperative…
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Denmark Technical College announces new vice president for student affairs
February 14, 2025
Denmark Technical College announce Dr. JL Porter as the new Vice President for Student Affairs. With over 17 years of distinguished service in public and private universities and community colleges,…
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Lexington Two Schools recertified by the Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute
February 14, 2025
Lexington Two’s Saluda River Academy for the Arts and Busbee Creative Arts Academy have been recertified as ABC Certified Schools by the Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute for exemplary efforts…
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C.A. Johnson High becomes first Midlands school to offer Prisma Health’s MedEx Academy program
February 13, 2025
Prisma Health has expanded its MedEx Academy program to C.A. Johnson High School, which becomes the first school in the Midlands to offer the program. MedEx Academy is a one-of-a-kind…
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Former Ford and eBay executive Suzy Deering named executive-in-residence at USC College of Information and Communications
February 13, 2025
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications has announced the appointment of Suzy Deering, a seasoned leader in global marketing and communications, as its new executive-in-residence starting…
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Scholarship expands to Bamberg County
February 11, 2025
A transformational scholarship that eliminates the financial barrier to college for high-achieving students with demonstrated financial need students is now available in Bamberg County. The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund offers…
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SC Council on Competitiveness, IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina announce statewide robotics education partnership
February 11, 2025
South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced a new partnership aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators through robotics education.…
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Richland Two High School counseling program wins national recognition
February 10, 2025
The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) announced that the Richland Northeast High School counseling program has been named a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP). The RAMP designation recognizes schools committed…
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Magnet Center named finalist for prestigious state award
February 10, 2025
The Center for Knowledge and Center for Knowledge North have been recognized as finalists for the 2025 Palmetto’s Finest Awards. The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) presents the…
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SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell re-elected to America’s Public Television Stations Board of Trustees and elected Professional Vice Chair
February 10, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell has been re-elected to the America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) Board of Trustees and selected as the Professional Vice…
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River Bluff Head Football Coach Blair Hardin announces resignation
February 6, 2025
River Bluff High School announces that Blair Hardin has officially resigned as head coach of the River Bluff football team, effective 2/6/25. Coach Hardin stated that after nearly two decades…
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Angelica Tyler joins the Original Six Foundation as Program Coordinator
February 6, 2025
The Original Six Foundation announced that Angelica Tyler has joined the organization as the new Program Coordinator. With an extensive background in STEM program management and a passion for fostering…
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Williams-Brice Stadium project receives state approvals
February 4, 2025
Internationally Acclaimed Design Firm Selected for Project The University of South Carolina’s plans to reimagine Williams-Brice Stadium have received approval from the State of South Carolina Legislature’s Joint Bond Review…
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South Carolina State Fair opens applications for 2025 College Scholarships
February 3, 2025
$500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced the opening of applications for…
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Carolina Gas Transmission donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to support new LTC Program
January 31, 2025
Carolina Gas Transmission Donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Support New LTC Program Carolina Gas Transmission recently presented a generous gift of $14,750 to the Lexington One Educational…
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City of Columbia celebrates the winners of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarships and the Honor the Dream Food Drive
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia would like to celebrate the winners of the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarships and the Honor the Dream Food Drive. These winners…
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Registration now open for summer camps at the State Museum
January 30, 2025
Day Camps, presented by Aflac, include hands-on activities for children featuring a variety of subjects, including art, natural history, astronomy and robotics. The South Carolina State Museum is excited to…
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USC Palmetto College launches “Legacy Societies” to honor philanthropic contributions
January 30, 2025
The University of South Carolina Palmetto College announced the establishment of new legacy societies across its campuses to recognize and honor the exceptional generosity of its donors. These societies celebrate…
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Twenty-two Fellows selected for 2025 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship
January 30, 2025
SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina. Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders…
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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts Gala celebrating SC Educator Hall of Fame inductees, distinguished SC Public School Graduates, and the distinguished Public Education Impact Award Recipient
January 30, 2025
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its eighth annual gala on Friday, April 4, 2025, to celebrate this…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Nathaniel Gilmore of Goose Creek High School as Educator of the Month
January 29, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Berkeley County School District’s Nathaniel Gilmore of Goose Creek High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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Columbia Parks & Recreation Department launches new Park & Play recreational van
January 28, 2025The mobile activity center will serve as a vital resource to reach underserved communities by providing accessible, free, and engaging recreational activities for families and children. *Please note location below*…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Storybutton
January 28, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Storybutton. The Indian Land-based startup developed an audio platform and player for children that allows them to listen…
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WKHS teacher Susan Scott earns a Presidential Award for Excellence in teaching
January 27, 2025
Dr. Susan Scott from White Knoll High School recently received a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. This program, administered by the National Science Foundation on behalf…
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Richland Two Magnet Schools earn National Recognition
January 21, 2025
Magnet Schools of America has recognized 17 Richland School District Two schools, with 11 earning National Merit Schools of Excellence awards and six receiving Merit Schools of Distinction honors. School…
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Richland Two educator wins nation’s highest teaching honor
January 21, 2025
Kirstin Bullington, Next Energy Engineering Instructor at the Richland Two Student Innovation Center, has been named a 2023 recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks Columbia College among Best Online Programs
January 21, 2025
Columbia College has been ranked No. #84 among the 2025 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, #180-#218 among 2025 Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs, #51 among 2025 Best Online Master’s in…
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