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3 storylines from recent Sumter School District board activity
1. BOARD REQUESTS TEACHER INPUT ON 50% GRADE FLOOR After a lengthy discussion at the March 25 board meeting on the merits of a quarter grade floor of 50% even when students score lower, Sumter School District's Board of Trustees said they want … more
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GamecockGrafx printing class teaches life, business skills and inspires students to keep creating
"If they can dream it, then we can do it" was the original slogan of the GamecockGrafx. Originating in 2019, one may think the full-blown student-run graphics production company based out of Sumter High School … more
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Column by Wilson Hall Head of School Brent Kaneft: Because of what we know of the brain, we can be mindful of how we welcome others
Our brains have a singular purpose - to keep us alive. Neural processes in our brain scan our environments for "features that are safe, dangerous and life threatening," an unconscious action psychologist and neuroscientist Stephen Porges has … more
Sumter High drill team wins 1st place
The Sumter High School AFJROTC Drill Team competed in their final drill meet of the year last week. The team of cadets won first place in the Unarmed Element Exhibition at the Top Gub Drill Meet hosted at McEntire Air National Guard Base. Drill … more
Senior superlative recognized by Sumter School District Board
Sumter High School senior Jada Collins, second from right, is recognized by Sumter School District's Board of Trustees on Monday, April 15, for receiving more than 60 college acceptance letters and $1.7 million in … more
3 committee meetings on tap for Sumter school board
Probably the biggest storyline from Monday's Sumter school board meeting were the announcements of three upcoming committee meetings in the next week. The district's grading system to include a 50% grade floor will be part of the discussion at … more
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Sumter School District's open enrollment period runs through April 30
Sumter School District's open enrollment process is now open for kindergarten through 12th-grade students and their families wishing to attend another district school for specific educational opportunities. Acceptance is evaluated on a … more
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No Hate Tour makes stop at Lakewood High School
The No Hate Tour rolled through Lakewood High School on Wednesday, March 27, mashing together anti-bullying education with sports. Professional BMX riders Zach Newman, Alex Leibrock, Mason Ritter and Trevor … more
Central Carolina Technical College denies district extension on property
After granting Sumter School District use of property for six years to construct a technical high school with no results, Central Carolina Technical College has decided to now keep the property for its own options. The college's Area Commission … more
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3 reelected, 2 reappointed to Liberty STEAM board seats
Liberty STEAM Charter School will see no changeover in its nine-member board of directors this year after three incumbents for elected seats won uncontested races recently and two appointed directors were reappointed. Jenny Knopf, the Rev. Marion … more
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Wilson Hall, Sumter School District and Liberty STEAM to have 1st collaborative event
Wilson Hall, Sumter School District and Liberty STEAM Charter School will kick off their first collaborative event together with a free, shared professional development workshop for teachers on Saturday, April 13. Wilson Hall Head of School Brent … more
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Central Carolina student Ardis named 2024 DREAM Scholar
Central Carolina Technical College student Ashley Ardis is one of eight community college students nationwide who was chosen as a 2024 DREAM Scholar by the Achieving the Dream Network of community colleges. Ardis, an accounting student, is the … more
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Liberty STEAM Eagle pride
Liberty STEAM Charter School staff hold a newly unveiled banner on Monday that recognizes Primary Academy students who achieved math proficiency and growth targets on the school's mid-year Measures … more
Wateree Head Start and Early Head Start are accepting applications for enrollment
Wateree Community Actions Inc. Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving low-income, disabled, homeless and foster children birth to 5 years old in Clarendon, Lee, Kershaw and Sumter counties is accepting applications for … more
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Manning High band receives 1st Superior rating at assessment since 2000
PHOTO PROVIDED Manning High School Symphonic Band, under the direction of Jordan D. Jefferson, recently received a Superior rating in the South Carolina Band Directors Association Concert Performance Assessment held at West Ashley High School. … more
Wilson Hall's Jane McAdams named 2024 Carson Scholar
Wilson Hall junior Jane McAdams was selected as a 2024 Carson Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship award that will be invested for her college education. Established by Dr. and Mrs. Ben Carson, The Carson Scholars Program awards students … more
2 more proposed charter schools for Sumter are in application cycle
In the growing world of school choice, two more proposed public charter schools have submitted applications to establish future operations in Sumter County through a state authorizer that is in its second year. Discovery School at Patriot Park … more
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Sumter School District board wants teacher input on 50% grade floor
Is giving a quarter grade of 50 to all students who score below that level in a subject fair and appropriate to everyone involved? Sumter School District’s Board of Trustees was split on … more
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ARCENT hosts Spring Fling for Cherryvale Elementary School
U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Malcolm Cohens Capt. Savannah Bailey, a strength manager with U.S. Army Central, plays soccer with a student. Students from Cherryvale Elementary School visited Shaw Air Force Base for a "Spring Fling" hosted by … more
Sumter's Ebenezer Middle School collecting items for homeless blessing bags
Benita Evans' Social Enrichment Group at Ebenezer Middle School is collecting items for blessing bags for the homeless. They are also writing encouraging notes to place in each bag. The group is accepting donations at the school … more
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