S.C. Department of Education

Happy School Principals’ Day! 💙💛 Because of you, students grow, achieve, and succeed every day! @SpartanburgD5

It was great to welcome South Carolina students to the Statehouse for STEM Signing Day. These are the careers that will shape our future, and we are proud to see them committing to the fields that will move us forward.

Congratulations to Aiken County’s Dr. Christie Palladino on being named South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year. Thank you for the difference you make in your students’ lives every day.

⭐️ Teacher of the Year Monthly Motivation ⭐️ "... It has made me even prouder to be part of this great profession. As I pass the torch, I know the next Teacher of the Year will continue to elevate this profession... and every student it serves" #SCeducation #SCteachers

Patriots at Work! 🇺🇸 Supt. Weaver toured Allegiance Flag Supply to see their craftsmanship in action! They’re giving away 10,000 FREE classroom flags for America’s 250th, and we’re helping spread the word! 📢 SC teachers: check out @AllegianceFlag to get yours!

Where Mettle Meets Medal!🎖️ Supt. Weaver marked Medal of Honor Day aboard the USS Yorktown with Lucy Beckham HS JROTC—SC’s only Coast Guard unit. ⚓️ Honoring sacrifice and inspiring the next generation. 🇺🇸 @CCSDConnects @Patriots_Point @CMOH_Society

🐝 SCDE Spelling Bee Today’s Word: LEADER Check out these students spell out the word and share what being a leader means to them! Here’s to the future leaders of our nation! ✨ #SCDESpellingBee #Literacy #Leader @AikenPublicSch

Prescription for Success! 🩺✨ Dr. Christie Palladino is a 2027 SC Teacher of the Year Finalist. Superintendent Weaver made the announcement at Highland Springs Middle School in Aiken County. One finalist left to reveal… stay tuned! 👀 @AikenPublicSch

Congratulations to Kaitlyn Rhodes, the 3rd 2027 finalist for SC Teacher of the Year!🌱 Kaitlyn, a horticulture teacher at SC Governor’s School for Agriculture, is helping students grow confidence, leadership, and a love for agriculture!🌳🚜 @JDLHSchool

🎉Congratulations to Mrs. Nashari Williams, a 2027 SC Teacher of the Year finalist! 👏 Superintendent Weaver surprised her at Hodges Elementary, where she inspires with passion and joy. Her second-graders’ smiles say it all!😊📚 @Gwd50Schools

Surprises & Smiles to start the day! 🙌 🎉Congrats to Meagan Johnson, our first finalist for the 2027 Teacher of the Year, for inspiring every student. ✨Stay tuned to see who else is in the running for the 2027 Teacher of the Year! @Flo1Schools

It’s Civic Learning Week, SC! Citizens don’t sit on the sidelines—they engage. 📬 Send a message 📞 Make a call 💬 Share your voice Find your lawmakers → scstatehouse.gov Show up. Speak up. Shape your state. @henrymcmaster

🧠Our classrooms aren’t just where students learn—they’re where South Carolina’s future leaders are born. 🤝🏼Proud to partner with @Maxwell_Leaders to launch the Maxwell Student Ambassador Program—building leadership, community service, and stronger SC campuses. #SCLeadership

Skip the boring—bring on the books! 📚 A book‑filled classroom is alive with imagination, joy, and discovery. Happy Read Across America Week!

⭐️Teacher of the Year Monthly Motivation⭐️ Teacher perseverance is quiet but powerful. It’s about showing up every day with belief in your students, knowing that your support can change lives. Thank you for all you do to make a difference.💛 #TOYMonthlyMotivation #SCeducation

Career readiness never looked so good! 💇‍♀️ Superintendent Weaver got a firsthand look at the future thanks to Seniors Victoria & CeCe, who are making the world more beautiful with their skill, professionalism, & confidence. CTE in action! ✂️ @BeaufortSchools @BJACE20

🐝SCDE Spelling Bee Today's word: GRATITUDE Think you know how to spell it? Watch these students show us how it’s done! Gratitude boosts kindness and blessings. Every word helps us grow in humility, connection, and heart!❤❤️ #Gratitude #Literacy #America250 @LexRich5Schools

We're looking for School Bus Technicians across the State! 🚍🔧 The real MVPs who keep our buses running and our students safe! Apply Today! bit.ly/SCDE_Jobs

Section 1: ‘Explore’ of the Industry Engagement Toolkit is here! Industries, educators, parents, and students, members of the Coordinating Council for Workforce Development (CCWD) have come together to create the Industry Engagement Toolkit! Designed to leverage connections through Work-Based Learning, one of the most powerful tools to help students find their future in South Carolina, this toolkit was created to amplify the great work-based learning opportunities in the state and to enhance the partnership needed to impact the future workforce. When industries, educators, and parents support students' early involvement in the workforce, everyone wins! 💪Stronger workforce pipeline ✨Real-world learning experiences 🫂Community enhancement and engagement Visit findyourfuture.sc.gov/industryengage… to explore Section 1 of the Industry Engagement Toolkit! A special thank you to the Work-Based Learning Committee, members of the CCWD, for continuously providing insight and feedback for the Industry Engagement Toolkit. @SCDEWinfo @SCTechSystem @SCETV @EducationSC @SCcommerce @RichlandOne @SCASAnews Stay tuned for the release of Section 2: ‘Engage’ in the coming weeks!

Career, College, Military Ready Highlight 🌟 Zyien Gunter, Lake City High Junior & JROTC 1st Sergeant, shows leadership and discipline, embodying the SCDE vision: every child college, career, or military ready! 🎖️ #CCMRHighlight #Militaryready