South Carolina Department of Education

The O6 was proud to be part of an inspirational evening in?#ColletonCountySC?where SC Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver joined District Superintendent, Jessica Williams to celebrate district teachers, students, and staff for making tremendous gains on their SC School Report Card Ratings. The crowd chanted the school district’s slogan, “It’s All About the Kids! The Time is Now!” The O6 proudly partners with six Colleton County Schools through the?#O6Afterschool?and?#MyFirstLibrary?programs. #earlyliteracy?#education?#afterschoolprograms?#ruraleducation?#southcarolina?#education?#onthemove?#everychildmatters #originalsixfoundation

?? National School Bus Safety Week is here! In South Carolina, over 370,000 students rely on school buses to get to and from school every day. Let’s work together to ensure their safety! Check out these few tips for parents, students, and drivers! ?? Learn more about the South Carolina Department of Public Safety’s school bus safety campaign here ???? https://lnkd.in/db59EBpe

?? SC School Report Cards Released! Earlier today, the SC Department of Education & the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee held a press conference at Pinecrest Elementary to unveil the 2024 School Report Cards. We see progress, with 230 schools receiving an “Excellent” rating! Notably, 54% of 3rd to 8th graders met or exceeded expectations in English Language Arts. State Superintendent Ellen Weaver emphasized the importance of continued improvements, particularly in literacy and math. ?? Let’s work together to support every student’s success! ???? More details at www.screportcards.com

For more than three decades, the S.C. Department of Education and its partners have published the South Carolina African American History Calendar to honor individuals for their profound impacts on African American history and culture, while shaping South Carolina and its citizens in extraordinary ways. This month, we highlight Modie and Delaris Risher. ??Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eafZ-M5W ??Download a copy of the 2024 calendar: https://lnkd.in/ejc4AZ_H

?? Important Update! Due to the impact of Hurricane Helene and the safety of all, the State Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for October 1st has been POSTPONED to October 8th.

?? Exciting news for student data privacy in South Carolina! The state has joined the CoSN Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) State Partnership Program. ?? This initiative aims to enhance student data privacy protections and build trust in how schools manage sensitive information. Learn more about this important step for education ??https://lnkd.in/exXNak8E

??Attention ALL SC Educators! Join us for the Maxwell Leadership Educator Transformation Tables! ?? Upcoming Sessions: October 3 – Humility November 7 – Listening December 5 – Initiative January 9 – Forgiveness February 6 – Valuing Every Person March 6 – Responsibility April 3 – Generosity ?? We meet virtually from 4:00 – 5:00 pm, giving you flexibility to join one, several, or all sessions at your convenience. ???? As a bonus, attending educators can earn one hour of renewal credit for each session! ?? Register now to reserve your spot and enhance your professional journey! Let’s gather around the table to inspire change together! https://lnkd.in/ejQn2nj7 Maxwell Leadership Foundation Maxwell Leadership

???? Exciting News for South Carolina! We’re thrilled to announce that FOUR South Carolina Schools have been recognized as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education! This prestigious award celebrates schools that demonstrate exceptional academic performance and remarkable efforts in closing achievement gaps. ?? Congratulations to: ?Buist Academy for Advanced Studies ?Langston Charter Middle School ?Academic Magnet High School ?Sand Hill Elementary School The National Blue Ribbon award is a symbol of high standards in teaching and learning and serves as an inspiration for schools nationwide. Join us in congratulating these schools for their achievement!

???? Happy 237th birthday to the U.S. Constitution! Our Constitution, which establishes a constitutional republic, was first signed on September 17, 1787, and is considered by many scholars to be the oldest active Constitution in the world. To celebrate this remarkable document, we are excited to continue sharing the MyImpact Challenge, sponsored by The Bill of Rights Institute. MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest with two simple goals: fostering a robust understanding of citizenship and getting students active in their communities now! $40,000 in prizes will be awarded, including a $10,000 student grand prize. For more information, visit ???? https://lnkd.in/gagj58zD

PragerU is here to serve South Carolina students and parents with wholesome patriotic content. We’re proud to announce that PragerU Kids is now recommended for schools in state of South Carolina! Watch my full conversation with South Carolina's Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver: https://lnkd.in/guDiNjcu Sign the petition to tell America you want #PragerUinSchools: https://lnkd.in/gD-3fDQu South Carolina Department of Education #Education #SouthCarolinaSchools