Lexington District One names Keller principal of Forts Pond Elementary
May 19, 2022
On May 17, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Dr. Travis T. Keller as the new principal of Forts Pond Elementary School,…
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Lander Has First Educator Signing Day
May 18, 2022
Emerald High School senior Taylin Hall, who will attend Lander University in the fall on a South Carolina Teaching Fellow Scholarship, tries on a Lander cap at the College of…
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Two New Scholarships Memorialize Late PTC Student
May 18, 2022
Gavin Truelove loved his family and his church. He loved the beach. And he loved his girlfriend, Payton Hughes. The promising radiologic technology student at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) had…
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Thornwell Launches Free “Grab-N-Go” Daily Meal Pickups During June
May 18, 2022
Program transitions in July to free dine-in lunch on Thornwell’s campus Thornwell, a non-profit organization committed to serving children and families in need across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, is…
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LaunchGVL celebrates student interns, awards scholarships
May 18, 2022
Greenville Chamber, Greenville County Schools Partner to Honor LaunchGVL Participants and Present Scholarships LaunchGVL hosted a celebration event on Tuesday, May 17 honoring 2021/2022 student interns and their employers. During…
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City leaders seeking information to get youth positively activated this summer
May 18, 2022The City of Columbia is seeking information from local youth organizations and groups regarding youth services this summer. The Youth Services Guide will also include information about the City of…
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SC Whitmore School named National Beta School of Merit
May 18, 2022
SC Whitmore School (SCWS), a Columbia based virtual charter public high school and member school of the SC Public Charter School District, is proud to announce that SC Whitmore School…
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Katy Hardy receives Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 17, 2022
Kathleen (Katy) Hardy, program director for the School of Humanities and Social Sciences in Tri-County Technical College’s Arts and Sciences Division, was honored May 6 with the highest award presented…
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Randy Price receives Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award at Tri-County Technical College
May 17, 2022
Randy Price, who has taught for Tri-County Technical College’s welding program for 27 years, received the College’s 2022 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award May 6. This award is given annually at…
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Spartanburg Community College concurrent enrollment program becomes first in South Carolina to receive NACEP accreditation
May 17, 2022
Today, Spartanburg Community College announced its concurrent enrollment program has received full accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) Accreditation Commission, the nation’s only accrediting body for…
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PTC Horticulture Director earns arborist credential
May 17, 2022
As a conscientious and devoted educator, Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Horticulture Program Director Daniel Greenwell teaches not just the “how” or the “when” but the “why” of every landscape practice.…
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SCATCC announces 2022 award winners
May 17, 2022
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2022 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, Garry Powers, Midlands Technical College Honors an individual who has made…
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PTC Going No Cost for Tuition and Fees this Fall
May 17, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) already has offered no cost for tuition and fees for spring and summer 2022. Now the college is extending that option for students who enroll this…
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Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Honors Students’ Achievements
May 16, 2022
Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Thursday, April 7 in the Josephine Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. “It is our great pleasure…
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Nathalie Bennett of Northwoods Middle named 2022 CCSD Teacher of the Year
May 16, 2022
Memminger’s Kory Roberts named runner-up Charleston County School District (CCSD) surprised Northwoods Middle School teacher Natalie Bennett today with the announcement that she had been chosen as the 2022 CCSD…
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CSU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy opens doors
May 16, 2022
After years of planning and preparation, the Charleston Southern University Doctor of Physical Therapy program hosted an Open House this week and welcomed visitors to tour the classrooms and clinical…
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Teacher of the Year finalist profile
May 16, 2022
Dreher Teacher Addresses Students’ Needs, Works to Ensure All Have ‘Very Good Days’ Elizabeth Link knows all too well the implications of teaching without first addressing the basic needs of…
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Richland Library announces Kids in Print 2022 contributors
May 16, 2022
27th Edition of Literary Magazine Spotlights Work of Local Youth Richland Library is releasing Kids in Print 2022, an annual literary magazine that showcases the talents of young people across…
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Three Upstate residents honored by Sherman College of Chiropractic
May 16, 2022
Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg has honored three local residents and college employees with awards. Dr. Jaime Browning of Simpsonville, SC, has been named Chiropractor of the Year; Dr.…
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African American Male Scholars Initiative recognizes student achievement
May 16, 2022The African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI) at Greenville Technical College celebrated achievements of the group’s members in an awards presentation on May 4. Among the awards presented were 22…
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Lander University College of Science and Mathematics Recognizes Student Achievements
May 15, 2022
Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics honored its students’ achievements during its awards ceremony on April 21 at Dingle Ampitheatre. “The idea of today’s program is to acknowledge and…
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Lander University’s College of Business Celebrates Students’ Academic Excellence
May 15, 2022
Lander University’s College of Business celebrated students’ achievements on April 22 during the Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. “It’s our honor to take this…
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NMSC awards three CCSD students with $2,500 scholarships
May 13, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce the following three students earned $2,500 National Merit Scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) in 2022: Academic Magnet High…
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Clemson University’s cybersecurity strength highlighted with seventh competition victory in 10 years
May 13, 2022
CU Cyber has extended its dominance in the Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition, underscoring Clemson University’s strength in the skills needed to excel in one of the nation’s most in-demand careers.…
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Core Spaces and Tom Winkopp Development form joint venture to develop Clemson student village at The Pier
May 12, 2022One of the Largest Off-Campus Student Development Projects Will Include 4,000 Beds, Beautifully Designed Purpose Built Student Accommodations, State-of-the-Art Amenities and New Walkable Downtown Location Chicago-based Core Spaces (“Core”), a…
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Spartanburg Community College announces three new commission members
May 12, 2022Spartanburg Community College is pleased to announce the addition of Mrs. Katherine O’Neill, Mr. Charlie King, and Mr. Carter Smith as official members of the Spartanburg County Commission for Technical…
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Piedmont Technical College Students Honored for Excellence
May 12, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently honored the achievements of more than 50 conscientious student leaders at its 48th Annual Student Awards and Recognition Program. The April 20 proceedings were broadcast…
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Charleston County School District opens student registration May 10
May 11, 2022Registration for all grades will open Tuesday, May 10 2022 at 5:00 p.m. All students – new and returning – must register and provide residency verification. Access to the registration…
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CSU’s College of Education recognizes 23 master’s, nine EdD grads
May 11, 2022
Twenty-three Master of Education and nine Doctor of Education in leadership graduates were honored at a Friday evening Charleston Southern University College of Education Commencement event. This was the second…
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Community invited on special tour of Giti Tire’s Richburg plant
May 11, 2022
Chester County students experienced drifting Giti Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, welcomed the community to its plant in Richburg, South Carolina on Monday. High school students from…
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Spartanburg Northside Initiative receives Riley Institute’s OneSouthCarolina Partners in Progress Award
May 11, 2022
The initiative was recognized at a special forum in Columbia for advancing social and economic progress in South Carolina. The Spartanburg Northside Initiative (SNI) received the inaugural OneSouthCarolina Partners in…
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GSSM accepting applications for Residential and STEM Foundations Programs
May 11, 2022
GSSM Accepting Applications For Residential and STEM Foundations ProgramsHartsville, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is still accepting applications for its Residential and STEM Foundations.…
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PTC and UofSC join forces to boost cardiovascular technology workforce
May 11, 2022
A new partnership between Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) aims to strengthen heart healthcare and the workforce that supports it. Officials from PTC and…
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Lexington District One hires/promotes educators to assistant principal
May 11, 2022
At the April 26 and May 10, 2022 meetings, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring and/or promotion of seven educators to the position of…
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Countybank Foundation awards scholarships to Lander and PTC students
May 11, 2022
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently awarded scholarships to Lander University and Piedmont Technical College (PTC) students. The Countybank Foundation annually provides scholarships to…
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Lander Nursing Recognizes 2022 Graduates
May 11, 2022
Lander University’s William Preston Turner School of Nursing held its annual academic awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 3. Two members of the graduating class received hoods, signifying their completion of…
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PTC and UofSC Join Forces to Boost Cardiovascular Technology Workforce
May 11, 2022
A new partnership between Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) aims to strengthen heart healthcare and the workforce that supports it. Officials from PTC and…
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Lander, Self Regional Healthcare Honor Inaugural Self Scholars
May 11, 2022
Coming from a manufacturing background, Self Regional Healthcare’s Vice President of Human Resources Brent Parris said he used to think of his job in terms of making widgets. His perspective…
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MUSC Health, Palmetto Infusion affiliate to increase access for home infusion patients across South Carolina
May 10, 2022
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) today announced that S.C.-based infusion service provider Palmetto Infusion will be included in its preferred provider network to increase access to quality care…
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Ashley Pomposelli named Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 9, 2022
Ashley Pomposelli doesn’t remember a time when she didn’t want to be a teacher. She played school with her friends when she was a little girl and grew up around…
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CCSD Nutrition Services celebrates School Lunch Hero Day
May 9, 2022
Nutrition Services team members are an essential component of Charleston County School District (CCSD). They demonstrate sincere dedication to ensuring that students receive high-quality, delicious meals every day, including today,…
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MUSC to commemorate 40 years of HIV/AIDS in South Carolina
May 9, 2022
The MUSC Waring Historical Library will host a multiday symposium commemorating the 40th anniversary of the diagnosis of South Carolina’s first AIDS patient. May 25 marks the 40th anniversary of the…
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Kory Roberts named Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 9, 2022
Kory Roberts is only a third year teacher, but already a leader among his colleagues at Memminger Elementary School and in Charleston County School District (CCSD). He was named a…
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Largest CSU graduating class walks the stage
May 9, 2022
The largest Charleston Southern University graduating class ever, with 776 graduates, was recognized Saturday, May 7 at North Charleston Coliseum. Ceremonies for the Classes of 2021 and 2020 were held…
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Water Mission working with Sanders-Clyde
May 9, 2022
Thanks to Water Mission, students at Sanders-Clyde Elementary School have participated in events this spring to raise awareness about the global water crisis. The partnership began a few months ago…
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South Carolina Superintendent of the Year and District Administrator of the Year announced
May 9, 2022
Barnwell School District 29 (Williston) Superintendent, Dr. Marcella Shaw, has been named the 2023 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Saluda County Schools Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction,…
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Greenville Technical College celebrates graduates at commencement
May 9, 2022
Commencement for Greenville Technical College graduates was held at the Greenville Convention Center on Friday, May 6. Included were 318 participants (additional students graduated but did not participate), 13 military…
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Center for Advanced Technical Studies honored as SkillsUSA Models of Excellence Chapter
May 9, 2022
The SkillsUSA Chapter located at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) has been named a SkillsUSA Models of Excellence Chapter for 2022 in the Framework component of Personal…
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School District Five schools ranked in the top 15 by U.S. News & World Report
May 9, 2022
Lexington-Richland School District Five is a leader in South Carolina for preparing students for college, and three of its schools are ranked among the top high schools in the state…
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School District Five names 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year
May 9, 2022
Lexington-Richland School District Five announced its new Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year during a May 2 ceremony. Elisa Westfall, an English teacher at CrossRoads Intermediate…
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