--- title: "Charleston Education HERE" url: https://www.herecharleston.com/education-charleston-sc/ date: 2026-06-14T23:24:31+00:00 modified: 2026-06-14T23:50:01+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Charleston" attribution: "HERE Charleston" --- # Charleston Education HERE *Source: [HERE Charleston](https://www.herecharleston.com/education-charleston-sc/) — June 14, 2026 by * HERE Charleston — Education Coverage # Charleston Schools News Schools, Colleges, Careers & Education News — Charleston County HERE Education covers every school, deadline, and funding opportunity across Charleston County. Use our Right School Right Neighborhood quiz, search the full directory, and track what matters. [School Finder Quiz](#school-matcher) [Search Schools](#school-directory) [Education News](#edu-news) [Deadlines](#edu-deadlines) [Featured Programs](#featured-programs) [Decision Maker](#decision-maker) [Online Education](#online-education) Presenting Sponsor [Your Business Here — Reach Every Family in Charleston County](/advertise/) Updated weekly  ·  Charleston, SC Charleston County schools serve families from kindergarten through twelfth grade. HERE Charleston covers every school board meeting, budget cycle, and academic milestone in the area. *Coming soon — local district coverage launches when our newsroom partners with your school district.* Higher education options for Charleston residents include institutions across the Lowcountry region. HERE Charleston will profile local college options as coverage expands. SC's public-school governance flows through the **SC Department of Education**, which administers **SC READY** assessments each spring and enforces the **Read to Succeed Act** — requiring third-grade reading proficiency before promotion. The **South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) — non-profit governing body for public high school athletics in SC (founded 1913). Private schools generally compete in the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA). SCHSL classifies schools 1A through 5A based on enrollment. Headquartered in Columbia, SC; website https://schsl.org. (SCHSL)** governs interscholastic athletics across the state. Teacher pay begins at the state minimum and is locally supplemented — making salaries a perennial flashpoint at budget hearings. HERE Charleston tracks school-board meetings across Charleston County — agendas, votes, and budget summaries published before local papers. Our reporters cover graduation rates and **SC READY** scores; teacher-contract negotiations; school resource officers; SAT and ACT data; Title I funding allocations; building bond referenda; and the Friday Night Football calendar. From dual-enrollment windows at local technical colleges to faculty announcements at area universities — if it happens in a Charleston classroom or on a Charleston County campus, it is HERE. DEADLINES 15dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedSC READY Testing Window•15dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedSC READY Testing Window• Latest Coverage ## Education News 🏫 School Board ### Charleston County school board meeting recap Board members addressed the 2026–27 budget and facilities priorities for Charleston County schools. March 10, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 Local Schools ### Local school renovation update — Charleston Facilities improvements are underway for Charleston area schools. March 8, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 💻 Scholarships ### SC WINS scholarship expansion benefits Charleston students The SC WINS workforce scholarship is expanding eligibility — residents of Charleston County may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 College ### Local college enrollment open for fall 2026 Higher education institutions serving Charleston have opened fall enrollment windows. March 5, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🌸 Scholarships ### SC WINS scholarship expansion benefits Charleston students The SC WINS workforce scholarship is expanding eligibility — hundreds of Charleston County residents may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 School Board ### Charleston County school rezoning proposal under review A proposed boundary change could shift student attendance zones ahead of the 2026–27 school year in Charleston County. March 1, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) **Submit an Education Tip** Know something we should cover? Board meeting, school news, or funding opportunity? Submit Tip Section Sponsor [Sponsor Education News — Reach Charleston County Families](/advertise/) Interactive Tool ## Right School. Right Neighborhood. HERE! Tell us what matters to your family — schools, community feel, budget — and we'll match you to the right Charleston neighborhood. Step 1 of 6 ### What grades are you shopping schools for? PreK / KindergartenAges 4–6 Elementary (1–5)Ages 6–11 Middle School (6–8)Ages 11–14 High School (9–12)Ages 14–18 Not school age yet — planning aheadFuture family planning Continue → Step 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you in a school? (Select up to 3) Academic PerformanceTest scores, college prep AthleticsCompetitive sports, facilities Arts & ActivitiesMusic, theater, clubs Small Class SizeIndividual attention Diversity & InclusionInclusive community STEM ProgramsScience, tech, engineering, math AP / Honors / IBAdvanced coursework Safety & School CulturePositive environment ← Back Continue → Step 3 of 6 ### What kind of community feels like home? Small & Tight-KnitClose community, know your neighbors — Charleston area Suburban & GrowingNew development, good schools — Charleston County suburbs Urban & ConnectedCharleston — walkable, arts, dining Rural & SpaciousCharleston County — land, quiet, small-town feel ← Back Continue → Step 4 of 6 ### Which part of Charleston County? South of Broad Harleston Village Ansonborough Radcliffeborough Hampton Park Terrace Wagener Terrace North Central Open — show me what fits anywhereNo location preference ← Back Continue → Step 5 of 6 ### Tell us about your move Moving Timeline Yes — Actively Looking Yes — Within 6 Months Planning Ahead 1+ Year Just Researching Budget Range Under $200K $200K–$300K $300K–$400K $400K–$600K $600K+ Home to Sell? Yes No (First Home or Renting) Maybe ← Back Continue → Step 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your neighborhood match? We'll email your personalized school & neighborhood report — free, no obligation. Get My Match → No spam. We match you with a local real estate expert only if you want us to. ← Back Your Match ## Your Charleston Neighborhood Match South of Broad Charleston County Charleston County School District Charleston offers a range of neighborhoods that match different school and lifestyle priorities. Connect with a local real estate expert to explore what fits your family best. Contact a local agent for current pricing [Connect with a Local Real Estate Partner](/contact/) Start Over Sponsor the School Finder [Reach every relocating family in Charleston County — Become a Sponsor](/advertise/) Full Directory ## Charleston School Directory, Report Cards, and School News — High Schools — Colleges & Universities — Technical Programs — School Districts [All Schools](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=all) [High Schools](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=high) [Middle Schools](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=middle) [Elementary](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=elementary) [Colleges](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=college) [Technical Programs](https://www.herecharleston.com/schools-charleston-sc/?school_type=technical) **Coming soon** — local district coverage launches when our newsroom partners with your school district. In the meantime, visit [Charleston County official site](#) for current school directory information. Directory Sponsor [Featured Listing — Get Your School or Program Seen by Every Charleston Family](/advertise/) Public Accountability Data ## School Report Cards Official annual ratings from the **South Carolina Education Oversight Committee** and the **South Carolina Department of Education**. Showing every rated public school in Charleston County for the 2024-25 school year. Click any school to view the full report card on the official SC Report Cards site (graduation rate, academic progress, school climate, financial data). **Report card data loading.** Statewide SC public school ratings are refreshed annually. Check back soon. Report Cards Sponsor [Reach Every Charleston Family Comparing Schools — Get Featured Here](/advertise/) 6. FEATURED SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS ============================================================ --> Active Deadlines & Notable Programs ## Featured Schools & Programs SC Governor's School for Science & Math Statewide Magnet Applications APPLICATIONS OPEN SC's elite residential magnet school for mathematically and scientifically gifted students. Open to all SC students. Free tuition  ·  Residential program  ·  Grades 11–12 [Learn More →](https://www.scgssm.org/admissions) SC Teaching Fellows Teaching Fellows Scholarship SCHOLARSHIP $6,000 per year for high school seniors planning to teach in SC. Competitive program recognizing future educators. $6,000/year  ·  Service requirement  ·  All SC colleges [Learn More →](https://www.cerra.org/teaching-fellows.html) SC Need-Based Grants Apply Before June 30 FINANCIAL AID SC's need-based grant programs provide financial assistance to eligible students attending SC colleges and universities. Eligibility based on FAFSA  ·  Deadline: June 30 [Learn More →](https://www.che.sc.gov/Students,FamiliesAdvisors/PayingForCollege/FinancialAssistanceAvailable/GrantsScholarships.aspx) Featured Listing [Get Your School or Program Featured Here — Contact HERE Charleston](/advertise/) Interactive Career & Education Tool ## The HERE Decision Maker 6 questions, a personalized education & career roadmap. Free. No sign-up. Question 1 of 6 Question 1 of 6 ### Where are you right now? ✓ High School StudentCurrently enrolled, exploring next steps ✓ Recent GraduateHS or college grad, starting out ✓ Working AdultAlready working, looking to advance or change ✓ Parent / GuardianResearching options for my child Continue → Question 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you? ✓ Income FastMaximize earnings as quickly as possible ✓ Passion & PurposeWork that aligns with my values and interests ✓ Stability & SecurityConsistent job, good benefits, solid future ✓ Growth & AdvancementCareer path with upward mobility and learning ← Back Continue → Question 3 of 6 ### How do you learn best? ✓ Hands-OnLabs, workshops, apprenticeships, doing ✓ Structured ClassroomLectures, assignments, guided learning ✓ Self-DirectedOnline, at my own pace, flexible schedule ✓ Mix of EverythingCombination that keeps me engaged ← Back Continue → Question 4 of 6 ### How much time can you commit? ✓ Full-Time Student30–40 hours/week, fully committed to education ✓ Part-Time (10–20 hrs/wk)Working while studying, steady pace ✓ A Few Hours Per WeekMicro-learning, certifications, self-study ✓ Weekend / Evening OnlyDay job, learning outside work hours ← Back Continue → Question 5 of 6 ### What career field interests you most? ✓ Healthcare & NursingNursing, therapy, public health, allied health ✓ Technology & ITSoftware, cybersecurity, data, networking ✓ Skilled TradesElectrician, HVAC, welding, construction ✓ Business & FinanceManagement, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship ✓ EducationTeaching, counseling, school administration ✓ Creative & MediaDesign, communications, arts, journalism ✓ Manufacturing & EngineeringAdvanced manufacturing, engineering technology ✓ Public ServiceGovernment, military, first responders, social work ← Back Continue → Question 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your personalized roadmap? We'll email your free education & career plan — no obligation. Get My Roadmap → ← Back Your Personalized Roadmap ## Your Charleston Education & Career Plan Based on your answers, here are the top 3 paths we recommend in Charleston. **Want this plan emailed to you?** We'll send a PDF summary plus local scholarship and program contacts. Send My Plan Start Over Decision Maker Sponsor [Sponsor the Decision Maker — Reach Job Seekers & Students in Charleston County](/advertise/) Flexible Learning Options ## Online & Hybrid Education Accredited programs for Charleston County residents who need flexibility. Google Career Certificates Grow with Google — Career Certificates Google, IBM, Meta, and other employer-backed certificates. Many are accepted by Charleston County's manufacturing and tech employers. Some WIOA-funded. Free via Coursera Financial Aid [Learn More →](https://grow.google/certificates/) SC Technical College System SC Online Workforce Training The SC Technical College System offers online certificates and associate degree programs through the state's 16 technical colleges. SC in-state rates + WIOA eligible [Learn More →](https://www.sctechsystem.edu) Western Governors University WGU — Competency-Based Degrees Flat-rate tuition online university; fully accredited. Strong in nursing, teaching, IT, and business. Popular with working adults. ~$3,900–$4,900/6-month term [Learn More →](https://www.wgu.edu) Program Sponsor [Feature Your Online Program — Reach Adult Learners in Charleston County](/advertise/) Governance & Accountability ## School Board Meetings **Coming soon** — local board meeting coverage launches when our newsroom partners with your school district. Visit [Charleston County official site](#) for current board meeting schedules. ### Key Education Policy Issues — Charleston County 📚 SC READY Scores — Grade-level reading by 3rd grade HIGH 💰 Title I Funding Allocations — Charleston County schools HIGH 🏫 School Safety — Resource officers on campus HIGH 🎓 Dual Enrollment Expansion — High school / college MEDIUM 🏗️ Facilities & Bonds — Building referenda MEDIUM 👩‍🏫 Teacher Recruitment & Pay — Local supplements HIGH Section Sponsor [Sponsor Board Coverage — Reach Charleston County Education Leaders](/advertise/) Common Questions ## Education FAQ — Charleston ### How do I enroll my child in a Charleston area school? + Enrollment for Charleston County schools is managed by the Charleston County school district. Contact the district office directly for forms, residency requirements, and deadlines. ### What colleges are available to Charleston students? + SC students have access to 33 technical colleges through the SC Technical College System, plus 4-year institutions statewide. The SC LIFE and Palmetto Fellows scholarships support in-state attendance. Use our Decision Maker above to explore paths. ### Is there financial aid available for Charleston students? + Yes — the SC LIFE and Palmetto Fellows scholarships are merit-based awards for students attending SC colleges. SC WINS is a workforce scholarship for technical programs. FAFSA is available for all eligible students. The SC Teaching Fellows scholarship provides $6,000/year for future educators. ### How does high school athletics work in Charleston County? + High school athletics in Charleston County are governed by the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) — non-profit governing body for public high school athletics in SC (founded 1913). Private schools generally compete in the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA). SCHSL classifies schools 1A through 5A based on enrollment. Headquartered in Columbia, SC; website https://schsl.org. (SCHSL). Schools compete in classifications based on enrollment (1A–5A for most sports). HERE Charleston covers every home game, playoff bracket, and signing-day announcement. ### How do I submit a tip or story idea to HERE Charleston? + Use the Submit an Education Tip form at the top of this page. 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