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Debunking the myth of personal learning styles
When educators read scholarly research on the brain, there is always the potential for misinterpretation. In the field of Mind, Brain, and Education research-informed teaching, these errors are called "neuromyths," defined by the Organization for … more
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Predictions call for busy hurricane season
This hurricane season may turn out to be "extremely active," according to initial outlooks released in April. Colorado State University's tropical meteorology project releases the first widely used forecast for the season each spring. This year, … more
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Sumter's Shot Pouch Greenway recognized by explorer Mullikin of South Carolina 7
Shot Pouch Greenway, the more than 3-mile paved pedestrian trail running from Dillon Park to Swan Lake Iris Gardens, was a $4 million project made possible through a previous Penny for Progress initiative and had a grand opening at the very … more
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Former Baron Sears feeling right at home with the A's
For most of his professional life, JP Sears was a bit of a nomad. After starring at Wilson Hall and The Citadel, Sears was drafted by the Seattle Mariners and quickly traded to the New York Yankees. He lived the life of a minor leaguer, slowly … more
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Sumter School District's Seamless Summer provides meals for children
The Seamless Summer Option, Summer Feeding Program, allows school food authorities to provide free, nutritious meals and snacks to children 18 years of age or younger during summer vacation periods. A person 19 years of age and over with a mental or … more
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Sumter has 5 free spray parks to help stay cool in the heat
Summer is hot in the South, but Sumter offers five spray parks to take the kiddos to cool off. These spray parks open Memorial Day weekend, and all are free: - Crosswell Park, corner of Lafayette Drive and Yeadon Street; - … more
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The Sumter Item is working to keep you informed by customizing news to your needs
We've received a great response from the first editions of The Sumter Item Impact, and we're excited about the future of this newspaper that reaches more than 28,000 each month - more than any other regularly printed product in Sumter … more
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Sumter County precincts: June 11, 2024, primary election
There are two early voting centers for the June Primary election: - Sumter County Courthouse, 141 N. Main St., Room 114 and Room 211 - Delaine Elementary School, 5355 Cane Savannah Road, Wedgefield Early voting for the primaries begins May … more
Innovation on wheels: District debuts mobile units for 21st-century learning
Technology is changing the way children learn, and two mobile STEM-related buses are helping to drive the future of science and math education in Sumter School District. This school year the district has unveiled the Pilgrim's Mobile STEM … more
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Check out the May / June 2024 issue of The Sumter Item Impact
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Sizzlin' summer camps in Sumter about to start
School is almost out, so prepare to scream and shout as summer camps for kids of all ages begin to pop up across town. From thrilling outdoor adventures to creative art experiences and everything in between, Sumter's summer camps will have it all … more
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The Sumter Item to host 2nd-annual The Bobbys in June
Sumter continues to produce thrilling matchups and student-athletes when it comes to high school sports, and The Sumter Item will continue celebrating them with the second-annual Espy Awards-style program, The Bobbys. Inspired by ESPN's sports … more
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Sumter community celebrates the best it has to offer
The Sumter Item hosted its annual Best of Sumter red carpet winners' celebration gala on Tuesday, April 30, at Sumter Original Brewery. More than 500 winners, their co-workers, community leaders, friends and colleagues gathered to support all the … more
Students learn life skills through gardening, raising chickens at school
In schools throughout Sumter School District, students are growing life skills by growing plants. In six schools in the district, student-run gardens exist, giving classes an opportunity to work with their hands and see visible, long-term results of … more
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Top 5 television season series recommendations
This composition is going to reflect my season recommendations of various series throughout the years. Before offering my analysis, I would like to express the greatness of the seasons requires beginning the show from its onset. Each recommendation … more
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Party primary voting FAQs
Party primaries that will set the stage locally and nationally for the November election will take place Tuesday, June 11, but there are opportunities to cast your vote early. Two early voting centers will be available for the … more
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3 men charged with assault, battery outside Sumter bar
Three men are charged with assault and battery in connection to an attack outside a local bar. Robert Alan Jamison, 43,  Jerry LaGrande Melton, 35, and Yacov Michael Peters, 42, all of … more
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Ragin Prep in Sumter hosts Inaugural Spring Concert to showcase student talent, support growing music department
Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy's Music Department held its inaugural Spring Concert on Monday, April 29, at Patriot Hall. The theme was "A Tribute to Musicals We All Love," with the concert … more
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Central Carolina Community Foundation names new president/CEO
Central Carolina Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees has selected Georgia Mjartan as its next president and CEO. She will assume the role on July 1. Mjartan brings a wealth of executive … more
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Sumter police arrest mother after child wanders into street
A Sumter mother is in custody after her child was found wandering North Main Street on Wednesday morning. Emmani Kiana Wells, 24, of North Main Street, was taken into custody and charged with … more
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