https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/south-carolina South Carolina en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:36:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/this-state-banned-nonzero-grading-policies-why-some-schools-use-them/2026/08 A new law bans "grading floors," which require a minimum grade of 50% for assignments or grading periods. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:36:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/this-state-banned-nonzero-grading-policies-why-some-schools-use-them/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/businesses-want-employees-with-ai-skills-are-k-12-cte-programs-keeping-up/2025/11 Most schools are still in the early stages of thinking about the role of AI in CTE programs. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/businesses-want-employees-with-ai-skills-are-k-12-cte-programs-keeping-up/2025/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-rejects-bid-to-block-transgender-boy-from-male-restrooms-at-school/2025/09 A divided Supreme Court declined to pause an injunction blocking a South Carolina law as it applied to a transgender male student. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 22:37:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-rejects-bid-to-block-transgender-boy-from-male-restrooms-at-school/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-is-using-ai-in-instruction-and-navigating-public-concern/2025/07 The Darlington district in South Carolina shares how it's rolling out generative AI. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:27:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-is-using-ai-in-instruction-and-navigating-public-concern/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/these-simple-classroom-exercises-can-improve-student-behavior/2025/02 Incorporating yoga and mindfulness practices in the classroom has helped these students recover from the trauma of Hurricane Helene. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:11:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/these-simple-classroom-exercises-can-improve-student-behavior/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2025/how-this-hr-director-pushed-for-pay-increases-for-teachers Teachers are getting paid more in the Charleston, S.C. district—thanks in part to their champion in administration. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2025/how-this-hr-director-pushed-for-pay-increases-for-teachers https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/a-formula-for-better-teacher-recruitment-and-retention/2025/02 Helping teachers advocate for themselves is key to success. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/a-formula-for-better-teacher-recruitment-and-retention/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-im-not-about-making-excuses-lessons-from-the-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/11 With this targeted approach, the National Principal of the Year improved student test scores in reading and math. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:40:29 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-im-not-about-making-excuses-lessons-from-the-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-the-no-limits-mindset-of-the-new-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/10 Tracie Anderson Swilley, a high school principal in South Carolina, was awarded the title for the 2024-25 academic year. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:49:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-the-no-limits-mindset-of-the-new-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/educators-rush-to-get-food-and-shelter-to-their-students-after-hurricane-helene/2024/09 Districts slammed by an unprecedented natural disaster have become shelter zones for their communities. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:50:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/educators-rush-to-get-food-and-shelter-to-their-students-after-hurricane-helene/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-private-school-choice-program-is-illegal-state-court-rules-what-comes-next/2024/09 South Carolina's education savings account program is no more. Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:40:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-private-school-choice-program-is-illegal-state-court-rules-what-comes-next/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/meet-the-3-finalists-for-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/09 All three finalists spoke about the need to lift up their peers. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 20:27:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/meet-the-3-finalists-for-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bidens-title-ix-rule-takes-effect-amid-a-confusing-legal-landscape/2024/07 The rule that expands protections for LGBTQ+ students is effective Aug. 1, but injunctions currently block it in 26 states. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:17:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bidens-title-ix-rule-takes-effect-amid-a-confusing-legal-landscape/2024/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/which-states-ban-or-restrict-cellphones-in-schools/2024/06 See which states are requiring cellphone restrictions or bans in schools. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:22:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/which-states-ban-or-restrict-cellphones-in-schools/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/can-south-carolina-schools-teach-ap-african-american-studies-its-complicated/2024/06 South Carolina state education officials did not add AP African American Studies nor AP Precalculus to the 2024-25 roster of courses. Wed, 05 Jun 2024 20:48:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/can-south-carolina-schools-teach-ap-african-american-studies-its-complicated/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/u-s-supreme-court-declines-bid-to-rename-brown-v-board-of-education/2024/01 Descendants argued that their case, not the one from Topeka, Kan., should have topped the 1954 decision on racial segregation in schools. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 19:15:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/u-s-supreme-court-declines-bid-to-rename-brown-v-board-of-education/2024/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/more-states-are-creating-a-portrait-of-a-graduate-heres-why/2023/12 A portrait of a graduate is a guiding document outlining a vision of what it means to be a successful student. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:49:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/more-states-are-creating-a-portrait-of-a-graduate-heres-why/2023/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/private-school-choice-faces-new-challenges-as-state-lawsuits-pile-up/2023/11 The lawsuits target new, broader state programs that allow parents to use public money for private school expenses. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 21:47:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/private-school-choice-faces-new-challenges-as-state-lawsuits-pile-up/2023/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-this-district-boosted-its-ranks-of-school-librarians-from-within/2023/10 A South Carolina district partnered with a local university to grow its own teacher-librarians and fill vacancies. Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:17:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-this-district-boosted-its-ranks-of-school-librarians-from-within/2023/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/district-leaders-want-more-time-to-spend-esser-funds-and-more-money-too/2023/09 On Capitol Hill, superintendents pointed to big wins fueled by federal relief aid, from extended learning time to mental health support. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 22:32:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/district-leaders-want-more-time-to-spend-esser-funds-and-more-money-too/2023/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-happened-when-students-led-fights-to-reverse-book-bans/2023/07 The stories of two student groups that found success in organizing to fight district book bans. Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:26:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-happened-when-students-led-fights-to-reverse-book-bans/2023/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/paid-parental-leave-for-teachers-is-happening-in-more-states-and-districts/2023/06 Policymakers are hoping that the expansion of paid leave will be a recruitment and retention tool. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:14:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/paid-parental-leave-for-teachers-is-happening-in-more-states-and-districts/2023/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/federal-appeals-court-strikes-down-south-carolinas-disturbing-schools-law/2023/02 A federal appeals court held that the statutes, which have been the subject of nationwide attention, were unconstitutionally vague. Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:38:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/federal-appeals-court-strikes-down-south-carolinas-disturbing-schools-law/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/k-12-insider-or-conservative-advocate-stark-choice-in-one-state-superintendents-race/2022/10 A think tank CEO and a high school English teacher battle it out for South Carolina's top K-12 job. Fri, 14 Oct 2022 20:49:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/k-12-insider-or-conservative-advocate-stark-choice-in-one-state-superintendents-race/2022/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/election-guide-2022-k-12-issues-and-candidates-shaping-the-midterms/2022/09 Education was at the heart of some of the most contentious issues on voters' minds as they weigh candidates from governor to local school board. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 14:03:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/election-guide-2022-k-12-issues-and-candidates-shaping-the-midterms/2022/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/graduation-counselors-go-door-to-door-to-find-missing-students/2022/08 On tree-lined streets and trailer parks, workers knock on doors to offer students a second chance at graduation. Mon, 29 Aug 2022 20:54:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/graduation-counselors-go-door-to-door-to-find-missing-students/2022/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-often-dont-get-lunch-or-bathroom-breaks-thats-why-some-states-guarantee-them/2022/05 As concerns about keeping teachers mount, could laws assuring duty-free breaks help? Tue, 24 May 2022 20:28:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-often-dont-get-lunch-or-bathroom-breaks-thats-why-some-states-guarantee-them/2022/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/one-districts-unusual-fundraising-campaign-to-curtail-guns-in-schools/2022/04 A S.C. school district has established a GoFundMe page to raise $20,000 to buy specially trained dogs to sniff out firearms. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 18:40:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/one-districts-unusual-fundraising-campaign-to-curtail-guns-in-schools/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/beyond-dont-say-gay-other-states-seek-to-limit-lgbtq-youth-teaching/2022/04 Legislators want to ban lessons on LGBTQ communities and require teachers to tell parents when students want their pronouns changed. Wed, 06 Apr 2022 20:21:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/beyond-dont-say-gay-other-states-seek-to-limit-lgbtq-youth-teaching/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/12-year-old-boy-is-youngest-victim-of-a-fatal-shooting-inside-a-school-since-2018/2022/04 The boy died after being shot at Tanglewood Middle School in Greenville, S.C., on March 31. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 20:12:21 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/12-year-old-boy-is-youngest-victim-of-a-fatal-shooting-inside-a-school-since-2018/2022/04