South Carolina leaders converge on standards and school choice
Maayan Schechter reports a fence between Common Core rejection and new SC standards. Gallagher and Thompson outline inclusive processes with educators, parents, and business leaders to draft standards, define school choice, and address underfunded counties. Stakeholders stress local control, STEAM focus, and teacher support.
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State Board of Education
Education Oversight Committee
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Forrest Hills
Hendersonville
Colleton County
Spearman
Spearman Atwater clash over standards and school funding
Spearman and Atwater discuss raising standards and removing Common Core influence. They favor input from teachers, parents, and business leaders, with aims toward rigor, age appropriateness, and state values. They debate school choice, magnet programs, virtual learning, and Simplified funding to reduce local tax burdens.
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Spearman
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Get Out with the Girl Scouts program series announced
The Girl Scouts invite nonregistered girls in grades K through five to join art dance and nature sessions. Events run at the Aiken locations with dates in July and August. Fees start at 10 dollars for the first event and 5 dollars for each additional. Contact Heather Hall for RSVP and dietary notes.
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Gregg Ave
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