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Back-to-school event to benefit South Carolina students in need
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Local organizations are preparing for their first back-to-school event of the year. First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina, along with other organizations like the Latino Community Development, will give away backpacks filled with school supplies free of cost. “This is a community that needs...
School is almost here, districts who raised pay still search for teachers
WACH — It might be hard to believe but we're already just a few weeks out from the next school year. As students fill the classrooms, many districts are still looking for teachers to head them, but some districts might be having an easier time than filling roles than in previous years.
Benedict alumni help HBCU break annual fundraising goal
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Benedict College is celebrating a decade of giving. 42 of the 63 alumni clubs, from the college have surpassed their yearly fundraising goal which goes to support several hardworking Benedict students. School officials say they wanted to reach their goal of $1.5 million dollars, but eclipsed that amount by more than $200 thousand dollars for a total of $1,730,173.45 dollars.
Richland Two names new senior chief academic officer
Richland School District Two has named Jennifer Morrison the new senior chief academic officer. “Jennifer Morrison embodies the essence of an exceptional educator. Her passion for teaching and learning is not only inspiring but also contagious. I am thrilled for our academic team and students to benefit from her extensive expertise and innovative approach to education,” said Superintendent Dr. Kim D. Moore.
Airport holds youth camp, Shrine Bowl Combine
Eagle Stadium was full of action this past weekend. Airport High School held two separate events involving as many as 300 young football players. The first was a school-sponsored Friday Night Lights Youth Football Camp. Supervised by head coach and athletics director Shane Fidler, the 3-hour camp saw close to 175 participants ages five to 12 sign up to receive free training in basic fundamentals.
Soda City Live: Life2 Educational Summit: Impact and Possibilities
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Calling all educators! A statewide Educational Summit is happening in Columbia next month-- and you’re invited to join in. Impact and Possibilities will be taking place in August and is hosted by the Midlands Community Development Corporation through their Life2 Scholarship Grant. Feel more informed,...
Columbia Parks & Recreation Dept announces Fall 2024 after school programs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is announcing information for the Fall 2024 After School Programs. The programs will begin on Thursday, August 8, at four park locations. It is $40 per week and is held for students ages 5 through 12, Monday through Friday of...
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