Editorial Gibbons retires from SRES post
Dr. Whit Gibbons ends a 40 plus year career at Savannah River Site and University of Georgia Savannah River Ecology Lab. He will keep writing his weekly column and lead outreach while stepping back from teaching and graduate student supervision.
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Letter to the editor on preserving classroom foster grandparents
A reader praises a foster grandmother program in schools. She recalls five years of daily presence, noting improved reading and math skills and boosted self esteem. After a cancer-related absence, the volunteer returned to joy, urging preservation of funding and thanking Eloise Pott for her impact.
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Aiken Standard Staff Directory Excerpt
A brief listing shows editor Jeffrey B. Wallace advertising director Arthur T. Zappa news director Timothy E. O Briant managing editor Michael W. Gibbons and customer service manager Letitia Jefferson Gefferson with email placeholders indicating staff roles at the Aiken Standard.
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Tom Young Endorsed for South Carolina State House
In letters from Marguerite E Fly and Andrea Minolfo Aiken residents advocate Tom Young for education oriented leadership. They cite his history as student body president at Aiken High and USC Columbia and his service as educator and chair of the Aiken High Business Department. They urge voting on June 10 for Young.
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Very Special Arts Festival celebrates community support
The 22nd Very Special Arts Festival was held April 25 at Aiken High School in conjunction with Area 15 Special Olympics Spring Games, offering hands on art experiences to well over 400 area students with special needs. It honored Joan Marine and listed many schools groups, sponsors, and volunteers from Aiken and area clubs.
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Two Young Heroes Help Rescue on Edisto River Joint Effort
A family canoeing on the Edisto River at Aiken State Park capsized twice. Two young men named Nathan and Hunter assisted in rescuing the children, helping them reach safety and pushing the canoe ashore. They then returned for help, while others nearby provided towels and supported the family as they walked back along the riverbank. The rescues touched a grateful witness who praised the boys for their kindness and selflessness.
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Clinton Quote on Obama Victory and 2008 Swing State Strategy
The quoted text cites Hillary Clinton discussing the 2008 Democratic race noting neither Barack Obama nor she would reach a decisive number by June 3. It highlights the party’s difficulty choosing a real leader for the top ticket and winning swing states and voters in the general election.
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PACT change debate highlights broader schooling issues
The column analyzes Senate efforts to remove PACT and shift testing control to state education bodies while the House proposal expands testing and tightens bids. It cites Rex and Walker’s push, potential favoritism for Data Recognition Company, and rhetoric blaming political actors for delayed PACT replacement amid high dropout rates and low SAT scores.
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