SC Senate passes restroom bill
The SC Senate has advanced a bill that would require students in public schools and universities to use restrooms and changing facilities based on the sex listed on their birth certificate.
South Carolina Department of Education
State’s Education Department seeks $18M to educate students on risks of screen addiction
South Carolina’s Department of Education is asking for nearly $18 million to tell kids why they can’t – and shouldn’t – use their phones in school.
Lawsuit challenging South Carolina’s curriculum restrictions dismissed by federal judge
A federal judge Monday threw out a lawsuit that argued South Carolina was censoring certain subject matter concerning racial inequalities and Black history and culture in K-12 public classrooms.
SCDE recognizes support for teaching excellence with $5 million in grants
On Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Education announced schools that will be participating in the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grants.
Four books recommended for removal from SC school libraries, classrooms
The State Department of Education’s Instructional Material Review Committee recommended the removal of 4 additional books from school libraries and classrooms.
Students personal information exposed during cybersecurity breach
Millions of students personal information may have been exposed including students in the Midlands.
SC Dept of Ed creates initiative to have phone-free schools beginning in 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education has created an initiative to create a phone-free school environment beginning in 2025, according to officials.
Former SC Education Superintendent Dr. Barbara Nielsen dies
Former South Carolina Education Superintendent Dr. Barbara Nielsen has died, confirmed the current SC Education Superintendent.
Free Summer meals available for kids in South Carolina
Free meals are available for kids this Summer in the Palmetto State, says the Department of Education.
Incentive program provides $500 to South Carolinians who earn GED
The South Carolina Department of Education is offering some incentive for adults who did not finish high school looking to continue their education.
