Notable Midlands seniors honored by Aiken Links chapter
The Aiken Chapter of the Links Inc recognized 80 students at Senior Recognition Day. Scholarships included Alexis Fowler $250 for Queens University of Charlotte, Allison Burrell $500 for USC Columbia Honors College, Raleigh Ennis $500 for USC Columbia, Ben Shumpert funding to Clemson, Eliza Ann Lewis a laptop and Clemson, Faith Corey $500 for USC Upstate, and Xavier Keitt to North Greenville University. Dean’s list at Lander University includes Jordan Beeler and others. Thomas Gordinier earned a Berkeley College BBA.
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USC Columbia
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Wagener-Salley High School
North Greenville University
Virtual Connections Academy grows in Aiken County
Nine Aiken County students graduated last month from the tuition free South Carolina Connections Academy while 175 area students in grades K 12 attend the online public school statewide enrollment tops 3800. Amanda Ebel notes the program aims to meet families needs and offers flexible scheduling and optional live or taped classes along with field trips.
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S.C. General Assembly
S.C. Connections Academy Charter School
Virtual public school suits teen in South Carolina
Colin Dunatov, 15, a rising sophomore at S.C. Connections Academy, learns from home with about 3,800 peers. His mother says the gifted student, who has ADD, chose the online option to gain a full high school experience and self pace, selecting Latin among 12 languages.
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South Carolina Academy Sees High Parental Support and Notable Alumni
Abel joined the faculty in 2009 at the academy that opened in 2008 with 500 students. Parents survey shows 93 percent would recommend and 90 percent rate the school A or B. Graduates have advanced to Wellesley College, Vassar, Penn State.
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Growth in Online School Expands Courses and Honors Program
Enrollment is rising as the school adds academic classes to meet demand. The program includes an honors track and a special education department. Visitors can learn more at connectionsacademy com. Senior writer Rob Novit covers education for the Aiken Standard.
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Walterboro
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44th Annual Christmas Craft Show Applications Open
The City of Aiken announces applications for the 44th Annual Christmas Craft Show at H. Odell Weeks Center December 5 and 6 from 9 am to 5 pm. Indoor spaces cost 115 nonresidents or 75 residents. outdoor spaces 95 nonresidents or 55 residents. About 130 vendors accepted. tables available for $10. Applications due September 1 by mail to PRT Sam Radford.
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Girl Scout Get Out With Us invites new registrants and upcoming programs
Community calendar outlines Girl Scout events for grades K to 5 including dance and music on July 12 from 9 am to noon 10 for first event and 5 for each additional. Bugs flowers and keyhole gardens on July 29 6 to 8 pm at 115 Gregg Ave. Snacks and simple meals on August 4 6 to 8 pm cost 10 for first event 5 for others Heather Hall contacts for registration and allergies. Retro Tech Drop In at Nancy Carson Public Library July 11 with 3 and 5 30 pm. Red Cross blood drive July 19 2 to 7 pm at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
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