South Carolina School Boards Association

This week, we’re sharing the SCSBA Civility Ambassador profile of Colleton’s Sharon Witkin who when it comes to public education is “All In.” Hear about her vital role in shaping the direction of education in a community which is both geographically expansive and economically diverse. https://scsba.org/sharon-witkin-2/

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Is your board or school district looking for a meaningful way to recognize community members, organizations or local businesses whose support has made a lasting impact on public education, locally or across the state? Consider nominating them for the Champions for Public Education Award.

The deadline for this quarter’s nominations is July 2, 2026.

https://scsba.org/nomination/

Tune in TODAY at NOON for a new episode of the Voice of School Boards (VSB) podcast on iHeartRadio, Amazon's Audible, Amazon Music and Spotify. In this episode of the Voice of School Boards (VSB) podcast, host Scott Price, executive director of the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA), sits down with the 2027 S.C. Teacher of the Year. Dr. Christie Palladino shares her journey from medical researcher to public school teacher, highlighting her innovative biomedical science program and her platform of service-based learning to empower students and educators alike.

Tune in to Monday's (June 15) episode of the Voice of School Boards podcast featuring Dr. Christie Palladino, the 2027 South Carolina Teacher of the Year, who shares her inspiring journey from medical professional to educator, emphasizing service-based learning and community engagement in STEM education. Discover how her innovative programs and personal story motivate teachers and students alike.

This week, we’re resharing the SCSBA Civility Ambassador profile of Edgefield’s Dr. Willie Campbell, who discusses his experiences as a social worker, mayor, pastor and board member, and how each role was grounded in the same essential elements of effective service. https://scsba.org/willie-campbell/

We're proud to announce that SCSBA has earned four National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) Awards for Excellence in the Publications and Digital Media category!

Podcast – Excellence Award
• The Voice of School Boards: Board Chair Workshop

Writing – Excellence Awards
• Orangeburg's Dr. O'Quinn: The Medicine Man
• Pickens' Garrison: Quietly the Order of the Palmetto
• Williamsburg’s Burgess: A Renaissance Man

These awards recognize SCSBA's commitment to telling the stories of South Carolina's public school leaders and communities through impactful journalism, storytelling and digital media. Congratulations to all the school districts whose work was also recognized by NSPRA this week!

ScanSource, Inc. was recognized by the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) as a Champion for Public Education during last night's Greenville County School District (GCSD) Board of Trustees meeting. By all accounts, the evening was a true celebration of partnership and community impact.

Please join SCSBA in congratulating the dedicated team at ScanSource for their outstanding support of the district. Their commitment to Greenville students is making a meaningful difference and helping strengthen public education throughout the community.

Together, partnerships like these create opportunities for student success and a brighter future for all.

White Oak Baptist Church No. 2 was recognized by the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) as a Champion for Public Education during last night's Fairfield County School District (FCSD) Board of Trustees meeting. Please join SCSBA in congratulating the dedicated congregants of White Oak Baptist Church No. 2 for their outstanding partnership with the district. Their commitment and support are making a meaningful difference in the lives of Fairfield County students and helping strengthen public education in the community.

Horry Telephone Cooperative (HTC) was officially recognized as a Champion for Public Education during the Horry County Board of Education work session last night. Join SCSBA in congratulating HTC’s Edsol Edge and Horry County Schools on their outstanding partnership, which is making a meaningful difference in the lives of students across the district.