Possible pay raise may be in S C educator's future
South Carolina lawmakers and the Department of Education weigh raising teacher salaries next school year to attract new teachers and reward veterans. Spearman says front-end pay increases may be possible, while study covers boosting starting wages and extending steps. Palmetto State Teachers Association endorses raises at both ends to retain staff amid rising health and pension costs, with many districts relying on local taxes to exceed minimums.
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Senate study weighs boosting teacher pay to retain staff
The House Ways and Means chair backs higher pay to keep teachers, while district steps at 22 to 30 years vary. Statewide 25 districts show steps rising at 22 years and 31 districts pay to 30. three districts exceed that. Education leaders fear early career departures, citing 5 300 leavers last year and 13 percent in first year. A Senate panel suggests raising starting salaries and extending steps as options.
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Black History Parade and Community Classes Set in February
The Black Historical Committee plans its 14th annual Black History Parade for February 21 at 2 p.m. lineup at 1 p.m. on Florence Street near American Legion Post 212. If bad weather, it moves to February 22. Entry fee is 20 dollars with a February 4 deadline. registration forms are at Smith-Hazel Recreation Center and local groups. Also, Juniper offers a Soup For All class February 2 at 4 p.m. with Chef Brandon Velie, cost 40 dollars includes recipes and tastings. The Palmetto Dog Club will hold spring dog training class registrations February 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 880 Banks Mill Road. classes begin February 28. Contact numbers and a web address provided.
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Battle of Aiken Reenactment schedule announced
The 20th Battle of Aiken reenactment will run 8 30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb 21 and 8 30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb 22 at 1210 Powell Pond Road. Tickets are 10 for 13 and older, 5 for 6 to 12, free for 5 and younger. More information at battleofaiken.org.
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Rummage sale fuels volunteers in Columbia fundraiser
The Junior League of Columbia hosts its 18th annual Clean Sweep sale at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds this Saturday opening at 8 a.m. Donated items include books music games toys clothing maternity wear furniture and housewares to support volunteer-led community projects.
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South Carolina Woman Charged in Debit Card Theft Ring
Anderson authorities say about two dozen disabled residents had nearly 27000 dollars stolen from accounts after thieves grabbed debit cards meant to pay bills. The investigation centers on a woman from South Carolina accused of leading the scheme.
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