BLYTHEWOOD — Blythewood High School’s JROTC program recently named C/PFC Kaleel Armstrong its Cadet of the Week, awarding him a medal that recognizes exceptional dedication and personal growth. Though Armstrong is a newcomer to the program, Bengal Battalion leadership noted that his integrity and focus have made an immediate impression. Instructors highlighted his attentive nature […]
ALA Blythewood to host ‘Meet the Directors’ event Jan. 29
January 29, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Families interested in the upcoming American Leadership Academy (ALA) Blythewood will have the opportunity to meet the school’s leadership team during a special event on Thursday, Jan. 29. Recently, the school announced two members of its leadership team on Facebook: Jarred Strait and Dr. Dennis Dotterer. “With over a decade of leadership experience, […]
Fairfield Middle School placed on “Hold” after knife, air-soft gun found
January 21, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – A knife and an air-soft gun were discovered inside Fairfield Middle School Wednesday morning, Jan. 21, in an incident that involved a seventh-grade student. “As soon as we were aware of the incident, we followed district safety protocols, the items were secured, law enforcement was notified, and the student was removed from the […]
BHS senior selected for US Senate Youth Program
January 15, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has selected Blythewood High School senior Anna Grace Kelly to represent South Carolina during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 7 — 14, 2026. Kelly was chosen from among the state’s top student leaders to join a national delegation of 104 outstanding […]
Midlands STEM announces expansion of sports facilities
January 13, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – The Midlands STEM Charter School Board of Directors has signaled a green light for growth, moving forward with plans to construct new athletic facilities on the school’s campus. The project will include a softball field, a practice baseball field, and a dedicated cross-country trail. Athletic Director Hugh Collins characterized the expansion as a […]
Two Fairfield Central seniors forge their own path
December 30, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD CENTRAL – Inside the welding shop at the Fairfield Career & Technology Center, the work is equal parts skill, focus and grit. Sparks fly, face shields drop and students shape molten metal into useful objects. For Fairfield Central High School seniors London Robertson and Trinity Adams, the only girls of about 40 students enrolled […]
Blythewood Middle earns ‘Excellent’ rating on SC Report Card
December 18, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood Middle School has earned an “Excellent” rating on the 2025 South Carolina School Report Card, the highest distinction available from the state Department of Education. The rating indicates that the school substantially exceeds state performance standards. According to the report, the distinction reflects strong academic growth and demonstrates that students are on […]
FMSMS earned Excellent rating
November 20, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Fairfield County School District has made academic progress in a number of areas according to the 2024-2025 South Carolina School Report Card. Seven schools in the district were rated, with Fairfield Magnet School for Math and Science highlighting the district’s success with an Excellent overall rating again this year, the highest designation awarded. […]
Stingrays inducted into Beta Club
November 20, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Fairfield County School District is celebrating the induction of several students into the National Junior Beta Club. On Nov. 7, Fairfield Elementary School hosted an induction ceremony for 23 of its students. The District and school officials congratulated the new inductees in a Facebook post. “We are proud of your hard work and […]
CFKN, RTE celebrate Veterans
November 20, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Center for Knowledge North held a Veterans Day celebration (pictured above) on Tuesday, Nov. 11 to show gratitude for veterans connected to the school. The event featured special song and poetry performances, a speech from School Resource Officer and former Marine Michael Larabee, and a parade through the school hallway. “Thank you for […]
