States Should Embrace Scientifically Based Reading Instruction

The process of teaching students how to read has not always been viewed as a science, but in recent years...

Education bills to watch in 2024 (South Carolina) 

It’s a new year in South Carolina – which, like every January, means it’s the beginning of a new legislative session....

Acts of kindness: S.C. students surprised with Christmas gifts

STUDENTS GREETED WITH HOLIDAY SURPRISE BY EDUCATION LEADERS AND COMMUNITY   Students in Orangeburg, South Carolina enjoyed a cheerful holiday...

Districts across U.S., Carolinas tighten cellphone policies to preserve learning 

The 74 reports that school districts are driving major sales for a cellphone pouch and storage company, indicating that local...

S.C. district has plans to get schools back on track

After several of its schools received low marks on their 2022-23 report cards, the Orangeburg County School District (OCSD) has...

S.C. Ed. Department plan would clarify ‘age-appropriate’ book question

The S.C. Department of Education has announced a new plan to ensure that books in South Carolina schools are age-appropriate...

States: Age-appropriate content boosts achievement; graphic content does not

The front line in the battle for student achievement, parental rights, and age-appropriate content is your local school and public...

South Carolina launches new Education Funding Dashboard

NEW K-12 FUNDING WEBPAGE A GREAT RESOURCE FOR PARENTS, SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS In a move to promote transparency, South Carolina...

Title IX Changes on Gender Identity: School Boards Should Plan Now

According to a new report from attorney Cory Brewer of the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, school boards should...

CALN Initiative Recognized by South Carolina Local Independent Media Outlet

Following our June kickoff event, the CALN initiative and our emphasis on student achievement started catching the eye of local...