Policy

Federal Laws, Regulations, & Precedent

Federal Laws and Regulations that impact South Carolina's Education system.

State Laws

Laws passed by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor.

State Regulations

State Regulations that have been passed by the State Board of Education and completed the promulgation process.

State Board Policy

Policies passed by the State Board of Education, including Model Policies, Guidelines, and additional decisions of the Board.

Nonregulatory Guidance

The South Carolina Department of Education periodically releases guidance and memoranda to schools and districts.  Guidance contained on this page is the most up-to-date and active guidance from SCDE.

Model Policies

Model Policies created by the South Carolina Department of Education.  These policies do not have the force and effect of law, but are advisory policies intended to help districts create their own policies.