Teacher bonuses under fire in state budget plan
More than 2,300 teachers seek a $7,500 national certification bonus, but legislators question the $96.8 million earmark as the state shows $500 million less to spend than last year. Debates on the program’s value grow as no solid studies prove better teaching results. Senator Mike Fait, R-Greenville, calls stepping back.
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Officials search for Beech Island woman missing patient
Aiken County deputies, volunteers, and EMS joined a wide search Sunday evening for Beech Island resident Beech Poole, 68, who wandered from her home at 6:30 p.m. Poole, described as a 5 foot 3 inch Hispanic woman weighing 210 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes, may have Alzheimer’s and other medical needs. The effort included the Aiken Bloodhound Team, SLED agents, Bath Belvedere Clear Water volunteers, and State Guard representatives.
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Teachers say certification does make a difference
South Carolina teachers with National Board Certification number over 2,300 with 2,100 more pursuing the process. The program offers a 7500 dollar state bonus for ten years but lawmakers question affordability. Anne Poplin of Aiken County says certification raises teaching quality and morale despite political doubts and potential changes to pay.
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Anne Poplin
South Aiken
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Aiken County
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