Improvements Made on Science Test


Friday, May 11, 2012

COLUMBIA — South Carolina eighth graders fared better on the 2011 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) science test but still fell short of the national average, according to statistics released today by the U.S. Department of Education.

 

Teacher Appreciation Week: A Message from Dr. Zais


Tuesday, May 8, 2012

When I think back to all my days as a student, I can remember clearly the faces of the teachers who inspired me. The ones who pushed me to explore new interests, the ones who enabled me to succeed. Effective teachers are crucial to ensuring that today's students are prepared to become tomorrow's leaders.

 

South Carolina Teacher of the Year Named for 2012-13


Thursday, May 3, 2012

Amy McAllister-Skinner was named SC’s Teacher of the Year during the annual awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 1.

 

State Superintendent Zais Praises Passage of Public Charter School Bill


Wednesday, May 2, 2012

State Superintendent of Education Mick Zais issued the following statement after the General Assembly adopted the conference report accompanying H.3241, a bill to strengthen public charter schools in South Carolina, on Tuesday, May 1.

 

2011-2012 Palmetto Gold, Silver Awards Announced


Tuesday, March 20, 2012

The South Carolina Department of Education announced today the recipients of the Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards for the 2011-2012 school year using criteria established by the Education Oversight Committee.

 

State Superintendent Continues Trek Across State


Monday, March 12, 2012

Taking full advantage of the remaining months in the 2011-2012 school year, State Superintendent of Education Dr. Mick Zais continues to travel around the state visiting local schools.

 

Five Finalists Named for Teacher of the Year Honor


Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Five outstanding classroom teachers were named as finalists in South Carolina's State Teacher of the Year Program.

 

  • Improvements Made on Science Test
  • Teacher Appreciation Week: A Message from Dr. Zais
  • South Carolina Teacher of the Year Named for 2012-13
  • State Superintendent Zais Praises Passage of Public Charter School Bill
  • 2011-2012 Palmetto Gold, Silver Awards Announced
  • State Superintendent Continues Trek Across State
  • Five Finalists Named for Teacher of the Year Honor

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