Aiken County Board Advances Cambridge Courses and Budget Moves
The Board announced 10 Cambridge International courses for Aiken High entering freshmen in 2018 19 with five at college prep and five at honors levels making Aiken the first Cambridge International school in South Carolina. It also approved 500000 in At Risk funds for middle school tech upgrades and a revised 2018-19 budget calendar. Superintendent Alford marked his third year emphasizing seven focus areas and district progress.
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California wildfires devastate wine country homes and lives
In Sonoma and Napa counties wildfires burned hundreds of homes leaving many residents homeless. At least 15 people died and 2,000 homes and businesses were destroyed as 17 fires raged across seven counties. Firefighters and National Guard assisted as authorities warned residents to stay away from damaged areas.
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S.C. Campaign Expanding the Reach aids teen pregnancy prevention
The U S Health and Human Services grant of 7 million funds Expanding the Reach in Aiken Anderson and Orangeburg counties with Aiken Youth Empowerment. Programs include condom access and school based prevention. Local leaders credit increased awareness and rising county rankings to community mobilization since 2014 though the project extends through 2000.
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Office of Adolescent Health
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Aiken
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Aiken County
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