FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Students at Kelly Miller Elementary School recently proved that a good book is worth its weight… in scales? After surpassing a school-wide goal of reading 250,000 minutes, Principal Kathy Woodard made good on a promise: petting a live snake in front of the student body. The milestone was a group effort. Child […]
Midlands STEM launches gardening, recycling programs
March 12, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – Midlands STEM 4H program has been awarded a grant that will fully fund a school garden this spring. The grant is funded through the SC Department of Environment’s School’s Garden Education and Assistance Program! In partnership with SC Farm to School and the SC Department of Education. Work on the garden will begin […]
FCSD Finance Director is ‘Outstanding School Business Official’
March 12, 2026 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY — The Fairfield County School District is celebrating a statewide achievement as Kevin Robinson, the district’s Executive Director of Finance, was recently named the 2026 Outstanding School Business Official. The honor was awarded by the South Carolina Association of School Business Officials (SCASBO). The annual award is reserved for school business professionals who […]
Eagle SGA named SCISA Council of the Year
March 12, 2026 By
MYRTLE BEACH – Richard Winn Academy’s Student Government Association was recently named the 2026 Student Council of the Year by the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) during their annual Spring Convention in Myrtle Beach. The honor recognizes the student leadership team for their commitment to service, leadership, and their efforts in fostering a positive […]
BHS to celebrate 20 years on Feb. 28
February 26, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – It has been two decades since Blythewood High School first opened its doors in 2005. Former students, teachers and friends of BHS will be coming together to reminisce and celebrate a major milestone in the school’s history. On behalf of The Blythewood High School Education Foundation, the school district is inviting the community […]
Celebrating 60 Years
February 26, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – Richard Winn Academy held a celebration on Saturday, Feb. 14 to commemorate the school’s founding in 1966. The day included tours of the school, alumni basketball games, and capped with an evening at The Barn at South Winns in Winnsboro.
Scholar Athlete of the Year
February 19, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – Fairfield Central senior Krishi Patel, center, was recognized at the Griffins’ basketball game last week for being named WACH Fox’s Scholar Athlete of the Year. A multi-sport athlete at Fairfield Central, Patel is a member of the Griffins’ football and soccer teams. The award is a part of WACH Fox’s Friday Night Rivals […]
Bridge Creek Teacher of the Year
February 19, 2026 By
Blythewood resident Susan Schmid was named 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year at Bridge Creek Elementary School last week. Schmid, pictured with her husband Marty, serves as the school’s Response to Intervention (RTI) Program Specialist.
Bengals are fueling the future
February 12, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Sustainability and student innovation took center stage at Blythewood High School on Friday, Feb. 6, as state officials arrived to celebrate a flourishing partnership that is turning students into environmental leaders. Representatives from the South Carolina Energy Office, a division of the SC Office of Regulatory Staff, toured the school’s specialized biodiesel classroom […]
Westwood students honored with NASC scholarships
February 12, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD — Two student leaders at Westwood High School earned national recognition for their commitment to service and their impact on the school community. The National Association of Student Councils (NASC) recently announced honors for Junior Class President Kaleb Haynie and Sophomore Class Vice President KJ Lemon. Haynie was awarded a $1,500 NASC Leadership Scholarship, […]
