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	Online student registration begins for Darlington County School District Posted on 07/17/2017 Parents with returning students in the Darlington County School District can avoid long registration lines at the school by taking advantage of online registration. more about Online student registration begins for Darlington County School District
	Darlington High’s Dubose signs with S.C. State University track Posted on 06/26/2017 LaQueena Dubose, a member of the Darlington High School Class of 2017, signed a letter of intent recently to attend South Carolina State University and join the track and field team. more about Darlington High’s Dubose signs with S.C. State University track
	Darlington County School District graduates earn $29 million in scholarships Posted on 06/26/2017 Surpassing last year’s total by more than $6 million, the Darlington County School District Class of 2017 earned just more than $29 million in college scholarships. more about Darlington County School District graduates earn $29 million in scholarships
	Hartsville High names Tommy Garrison head softball coach Posted on 06/13/2017 Hartsville High School announced this week that Tommy Garrison will lead the Lady Red Foxes softball program. more about Hartsville High names Tommy Garrison head softball coach
	Darlington County Intervention School students drum up the arts Posted on 06/12/2017 Students at the Darlington County Intervention School recently took advantage of an opportunity to study music and drumming under teaching artist Bhakti Larry Hough. more about Darlington County Intervention School students drum up the arts
	Darlington County Intervention School students get behind-the-scenes look at Walmart Posted on 06/08/2017 Students at the Darlington County Intervention School (DCIS) got to chance to go on a behind-the-scenes trip to Walmart recently. more about Darlington County Intervention School students get behind-the-scenes look at Walmart
	Darlington County School District providing children free meals during the summer through USDA program Posted on 06/05/2017 st and lunch for children this summer at several school sites through the United States Department of Agriculture’s Seamless Summer Meals Program. more about Darlington County School District providing children free meals during the summer through USDA program
	Darlington County Education Foundation awards more than $15,000 to teachers Posted on 06/01/2017 Nearly two dozen teachers across the Darlington County School District will benefit from more than $15,000 in grants from the Darlington County Education Foundation. more about Darlington County Education Foundation awards more than $15,000 to teachers
	DCSD announces May Teacher Feature winners Posted on 05/31/2017 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum recently announced the Teacher Feature winners for May. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about DCSD announces May Teacher Feature winners
	Darlington Raceway partners with Darlington County School District for summer reading program Posted on 05/26/2017 Darlington Raceway will once again partner with the Darlington County School District in a multi-agency summer reading program designed to emphasize the importance of reading and combat summer learning loss for students in Darlington County. more about Darlington Raceway partners with Darlington County School District for summer reading program
	Southside Early Childhood Center holding another 4K/5K pre-registration Posted on 05/23/2017 Southside Early Childhood Center will hold another pre-registration for 4-year-old and 5-year-old kindergarten on Tuesday, May 30, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. more about Southside Early Childhood Center holding another 4K/5K pre-registration
	Kinloch chosen as new principal of St. John’s Elementary School Posted on 05/22/2017 Interim principal Dr. Karen Kinloch has been named principal of St. John’s Elementary School, officials with the Darlington County School District announced recently. more about Kinloch chosen as new principal of St. John’s Elementary School
	Darlington High’s Williams and Turner sign athletic letters of intent Posted on 05/22/2017 Sa’Von Williams will play football for Johnson C. Smith University, and Deja Turner will play softball for Florence-Darlington Technical College. more about Darlington High’s Williams and Turner sign athletic letters of intent
	Six Hartsville High students sign athletic letters of intent Posted on 05/10/2017 Half a dozen Hartsville High School student-athletes finalized their commitments to compete at the collegiate level next year during an exciting ceremony in the school’s arena. more about Six Hartsville High students sign athletic letters of intent
	2017 Graduation Dates and Locations Posted on 05/10/2017 more about 2017 Graduation Dates and Locations
	DCSD to receive more than $100,000 in grants to expand summer reading camp Posted on 05/05/2017 The Darlington County School District will again provide expanded and substantial reading education throughout the summer for students reading below grade level thanks to more than $100,000 in grants. more about DCSD to receive more than $100,000 in grants to expand summer reading camp
	Keep Darlington County Beautiful name Hartsville’s Moore and Patel winners of annual art contest Posted on 05/04/2017 Chloe Moore of Hartsville Middle School earned first place, and Divya Patel of Hartsville High School took home second. more about Keep Darlington County Beautiful name Hartsville’s Moore and Patel winners of annual art contest
	Darlington High’s Adams signs with Coker College baseball Posted on 04/14/2017 William “Drake” Adams, a senior for the Darlington High School Falcons, signed a letter of intent Friday afternoon to play baseball for Coker College. more about Darlington High’s Adams signs with Coker College baseball
	Hartsville High’s Steen, Norwood sign athletic letters of intent Posted on 04/13/2017 Zeke Steen will head to Francis Marion University, while Haydon Norwood will attend Presbyterian College. more about Hartsville High’s Steen, Norwood sign athletic letters of intent
	DCSD honors students with outstanding character through STAND Awards Posted on 04/11/2017 Students from across the Darlington County School District earned recognition April 7 during the 2017 STAND Awards ceremony at Hartsville Middle School. more about DCSD honors students with outstanding character through STAND Awards
	Keep Darlington County Beautiful donates educational books to DCSD students Posted on 04/06/2017 Many young students in Darlington County School District will soon receive free coloring books aimed at educating them about the importance of keeping their communities litter-free. more about Keep Darlington County Beautiful donates educational books to DCSD students
	DCSD announces April Teacher Feature winners Posted on 04/03/2017 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced recently the Teacher Feature winners for April. The more about DCSD announces April Teacher Feature winners
	DCSD student-artists honored during 2017 Art in Business Posted on 03/27/2017 Twenty-two outstanding student-artists from the Darlington County School District earned recognition Saturday afternoon during the 2017 Art in Business ceremony and gallery at Hartsville Middle School. more about DCSD student-artists honored during 2017 Art in Business
	Lamar’s Wheeler signs to play football at Lackawanna College Posted on 03/23/2017 Lamar High School star football player Randy Wheeler signed a letter of intent Thursday afternoon to play for Lackawanna College. more about Lamar’s Wheeler signs to play football at Lackawanna College
	Twenty-six DCSD students’ artwork accepted into ArtFields Jr. Posted on 03/20/2017 More than two dozen Darlington County School District students will compete in a juried ArtFields Jr. competition after their artwork was accepted from among 500-plus entries. more about Twenty-six DCSD students’ artwork accepted into ArtFields Jr.
	Transcripts now available online for Darlington County School District alumni Posted on 03/17/2017 For the first time, alumni of the Darlington County School District can request their high school transcripts online, considerably shortening the time usually required to receive an official copy. more about Transcripts now available online for Darlington County School District alumni
	Brunson-Dargan Elementary School students partner with UNICEF to help children and stay active Posted on 03/13/2017 Through an exciting partnership with the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), students at Brunson-Dargan Elementary School are getting active to help provide food to malnourished children. more about Brunson-Dargan Elementary School students partner with UNICEF to help children and stay active
	Darlington County School District announces 4K registration dates Posted on 03/09/2017 Registration for 4-year-old kindergarten (4K) for the 2017-18 school year will be held on April 5 at four locations across the county, the Darlington County School District announced today. more about Darlington County School District announces 4K registration dates
	DCSD announces March Teacher Feature winners Posted on 03/01/2017 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced this week the Teacher Feature winners for March. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about DCSD announces March Teacher Feature winners
	APPLY NOW: 2017 Darlington County Education Foundation grant application period begins March 1 Posted on 03/01/2017 Apply now! The application period for teacher grants from the Darlington County Education Foundation runs from March 1 through April 24. more about APPLY NOW: 2017 Darlington County Education Foundation grant application period begins March 1
	Darlington County Adult Education expanding, continuing to thrive Posted on 02/21/2017 Now serving approximately 500 students, the Darlington County Adult Education program is thriving and recently added two new instructional locations in Darlington County. more about Darlington County Adult Education expanding, continuing to thrive
	National Technical Honor Society inducts 16 from Darlington County School District Posted on 02/21/2017 The Darlington County Institute of Technology held an induction ceremony recently for students and honorary faculty members accepted into the National Technical Honor Society. more about National Technical Honor Society inducts 16 from Darlington County School District
	Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority donates book bags and supplies to DCSD students Posted on 02/21/2017 The Epsilon Chi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. recently gave a generous donation of book bags and supplies that will be distributed to students in the Darlington County School District. more about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority donates book bags and supplies to DCSD students
	DCSD announces February Teacher Feature winners Posted on 02/09/2017 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced recently the Teacher Feature winners for February. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about DCSD announces February Teacher Feature winners
	Hartsville High School’s Jaylen Evans signs with S.C. State University Posted on 02/01/2017 Hartsville High School senior defensive back Jaylen Evans signed a national letter of intent Wednesday morning to play football for South Carolina State University. more about Hartsville High School’s Jaylen Evans signs with S.C. State University
	Hartsville High School’s Watkins named 2017 SCMEA Outstanding Young Music Educator Posted on 01/25/2017 The South Carolina Music Educators Association named Cameron Watkins, Hartsville High School’s band director, the 2017 Outstanding Young Music Educator for the state. more about Hartsville High School’s Watkins named 2017 SCMEA Outstanding Young Music Educator
	Actor Wesley Snipes visits with Darlington Middle School students Posted on 01/24/2017 Hollywood actor Wesley Snipes stopped in at Darlington Middle School on Tuesday morning to speak with students about acting, producing movies and staying focused in order to achieve professional goals. more about Actor Wesley Snipes visits with Darlington Middle School students
	Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School band beginning to thrive thanks to community support Posted on 01/23/2017 Students at Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School now have their own band program thanks to a passion for music education and vital support from many in Society Hill. more about Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School band beginning to thrive thanks to community support
	Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant continues DCSD ambassador program Posted on 01/23/2017 Volunteers from Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant continue their support of children in the Darlington County School District through an annual Ambassador Program. more about Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant continues DCSD ambassador program
	DCSD announces January Teacher Feature winners Posted on 01/23/2017 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced this week the Teacher Feature winners for January. more about DCSD announces January Teacher Feature winners
	Student musicians shine in largest DCSD All-County Music Festival in years Posted on 01/13/2017 Nearly 250 talented students from across the Darlington County School District (DCSD) joined together Jan. 10 for the annual All-County Music Festival, hosted by Coker College. more about Student musicians shine in largest DCSD All-County Music Festival in years
	Darlington County Board of Education signs S.C. School Boards Association’s Ethical Principles pledge Posted on 01/12/2017 To commemorate School Board Recognition Month, all eight members of the Darlington County Board of Education signed the South Carolina School Boards Association’s ethical principles poster, which will hang in the board’s meeting room. more about Darlington County Board of Education signs S.C. School Boards Association’s Ethical Principles pledge
	Darlington County School District honors Board of Education, swears in members and officers Posted on 01/10/2017 January is School Board Recognition Month in South Carolina, and the Darlington County School District celebrated the dedication and service of the Darlington County Board of Education Monday night. Board members also took the oath of office for new terms and elected officers. more about Darlington County School District honors Board of Education, swears in members and officers
	Darlington County School District again offers parents choices in education Posted on 01/10/2017 In an effort to give parents more flexibility and control in the educational process, Darlington County School District is offering district-wide Expanded School Choice for the 2017-2018 school year. more about Darlington County School District again offers parents choices in education
	Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center awarded 2016 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award Posted on 01/05/2017 The Darlington County School District Teacher Forum presented Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center with the 2016 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award in December during the organization’s annual Education Forum held at Darlington Country Club. more about Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center awarded 2016 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award
	WPDE ABC15: Darlington students help feed 103 families with 37th Annual Old People's Christmas Posted on 12/12/2016 Darlington students are keeping tradition alive this holiday season. more about WPDE ABC15: Darlington students help feed 103 families with 37th Annual Old People's Christmas
	WBTW News13: Darlington County students and Alumni give to the elderly and families in need for 37th annual Old People’s Christmas event Posted on 12/12/2016 Darlington High School students and volunteers sorted through donations to local elderly. News13 met with the dedicated volunteers as they celebrate the annual Old People’s Christmas event. more about WBTW News13: Darlington County students and Alumni give to the elderly and families in need for 37th annual Old People’s Christmas event
	Darlington High School prepares for 37th Annual Old People’s Christmas Posted on 12/08/2016 Darlington High School is preparing once again to step out into the community and help more than 100 elderly citizens in need for the Christmas holiday. The school’s Annual Old People’s Christmas service event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 10, beginning at 9:30 a.m. more about Darlington High School prepares for 37th Annual Old People’s Christmas
	DCSD announces December Teacher Feature winners Posted on 12/07/2016 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced this week the Teacher Feature winners for December. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about DCSD announces December Teacher Feature winners
	THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Millie Jackson recognized for dedication to Thornwell cafeteria in Hartsville Posted on 12/06/2016 Very few people achieve the longevity that Millie Jackson has at Thornwell School for the Arts. She joined the Darlington County School District in 1966. She was a cafeteria operator when she retired in May. more about THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Millie Jackson recognized for dedication to Thornwell cafeteria in Hartsville
	DCSD Holiday Card Art Contest winner visits Darlington County Institute of Technology Posted on 11/29/2016 Chassidy Leonard, winner of the Darlington County School District’s 2016 Holiday Card Art Contest, visited the Darlington County Institute of Technology on Nov. 21 to see her winning artwork transformed into the school district’s holiday card. more about DCSD Holiday Card Art Contest winner visits Darlington County Institute of Technology
	More than 100 DCSD students sing in Second Annual District Elementary Honor Choir Posted on 11/22/2016 The harmonic voices of more than 100 Darlington County School District (DCSD) students filled the Hartsville Middle School auditorium Nov. 17 as they performed in the Second Annual District Elementary Honor Choir program. more about More than 100 DCSD students sing in Second Annual District Elementary Honor Choir
	Darlington County School District No. 1 in graduation rate in South Carolina Posted on 11/15/2016 Darlington County School District ranked No. 1 in four-year graduation rate in South Carolina in 2016, according to data released Nov. 15, 2016 by the S.C. Department of Education. more about Darlington County School District No. 1 in graduation rate in South Carolina
	Cromer becomes first ever Darlington High volleyball player to sign letter of intent Posted on 11/14/2016 Breanna “Bree” Cromer, a Darlington High School senior, became the school’s first ever volleyball player to sign a letter of intent to play at a collegiate level on Monday. Cromer signed with Converse College in Spartanburg on scholarship. more about Cromer becomes first ever Darlington High volleyball player to sign letter of intent
	10 Hartsville High School choir students earn All-State honors Posted on 11/14/2016 Ten students from Hartsville High School recently earned the highest honor bestowed on high school choral singers when the South Carolina Music Educators Association named them to the All-State Choir. more about 10 Hartsville High School choir students earn All-State honors
	Statement from Connell Delaine, SGM(R), chairman of the Darlington County Board of Education on sales tax bond referendum Posted on 11/09/2016 more about Statement from Connell Delaine, SGM(R), chairman of the Darlington County Board of Education on sales tax bond referendum
	Darlington County School District’s #DCSDTransforms initiative earns prestigious TIPs Award Posted on 11/09/2016 The Darlington County School District’s “#DCSDTransforms” initiative received a District Technology Innovative Programs (TIPs) Award recently from the South Carolina Association for Educational Technology during the S.C. EdTech 2016 Awards Ceremony and Luncheon. more about Darlington County School District’s #DCSDTransforms initiative earns prestigious TIPs Award
	Six DCSD students earn S.C. State Fair art competition honors Posted on 11/09/2016 Emma Graham, a sophomore at Hartsville High School, earned a first place ribbon in 2016 South Caroline State Fair’s Student Art Competition, and five other Darlington County School District students won awards in their respective contests. more about Six DCSD students earn S.C. State Fair art competition honors
	WBTW NEWS13: DCIT students build small home for local farmer Posted on 11/03/2016 Students of the Darlington County Institute of Technology are building a house from the ground up. more about WBTW NEWS13: DCIT students build small home for local farmer
	Hartsville High class of 1961 donates more than $2,000 to create annual scholarship Posted on 11/02/2016 The Hartsville High School class of 1961 believes in giving back to its community. The group of former graduates proved as much this week when it donated more than $2,000 to establish an annual college scholarship. more about Hartsville High class of 1961 donates more than $2,000 to create annual scholarship
	WBTW NEWS13: Lamar baseball player signs letter of intent Posted on 11/02/2016 Jadarius Munford, a center fielder for Lamar, signed a letter of intent on Tuesday to play baseball for Florence-Darlington Technical College next year. more about WBTW NEWS13: Lamar baseball player signs letter of intent
	Lamar High School Senior Beta Club raises money for Carolina Kids’ Lamar Clothing Closet Posted on 11/01/2016 Lamar High School Senior Beta Club members took an active role in their community recently by sponsoring a fundraiser for the Carolina Kids’ Lamar Clothing Closet, which collects and provides clothing to children in the area who are in need. more about Lamar High School Senior Beta Club raises money for Carolina Kids’ Lamar Clothing Closet
	Darlington County School District announces final Hurricane Matthew make-up days Posted on 10/31/2016 As a result of Hurricane Matthew, Darlington County School District students missed seven student days. Believing that students benefit from as much time in the classroom as possible, the district announced plans today to make up six of the seven missed student days. The Darlington County Board of Education is expected to forgive the seventh day. more about Darlington County School District announces final Hurricane Matthew make-up days
	Hartsville Middle’s Leonard wins 2016 DCSD Holiday Card Art Contest Posted on 10/25/2016 Chassidy Leonard, a sixth grader at Hartsville Middle School, is the winner of the Darlington County School District’s 2016 Holiday Card Art Contest. more about Hartsville Middle’s Leonard wins 2016 DCSD Holiday Card Art Contest
	Darlington County School District seeking school bus drivers Posted on 10/24/2016 The Darlington County School District is currently seeking school bus drivers and will host a driver training class Nov. 14-16 at the Darlington County Institute of Technology. Drivers can earn between $10.97 and $15.82 per hour with bonus opportunities every 45 days. more about Darlington County School District seeking school bus drivers
	Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics president tours DCSD schools Posted on 10/19/2016 Dr. Hector Flores, new president of the Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, visited Darlington County School District schools on Tuesday with Superintendent Dr. Eddie Ingram and Darlington County Board of Education officer Charles Govan. more about Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics president tours DCSD schools
	Hartsville High School joins innovative school network TransformSC Posted on 10/19/2016 Hartsville High School is now a member of TransformSC, a statewide network of pioneering institutions, after developing an approved multi-year strategy to promote innovation. more about Hartsville High School joins innovative school network TransformSC
	Darlington County School District hires Kimberly Nelson as safety, security and risk management technician Posted on 10/18/2016 The Darlington County School District has hired Kimberly Nelson to be the district’s safety, security and risk management technician. more about Darlington County School District hires Kimberly Nelson as safety, security and risk management technician
	Darlington County School District announces revised calendar Posted on 10/18/2016 As required by law, the district will make up three of the missed days by using the inclement weather days noted on the district calendar. more about Darlington County School District announces revised calendar
	Board Releases Summative Evaluation of Superintendent Posted on 10/18/2016 The Darlington County Board of Education conducted the annual evaluation of the district’s superintendent. Dr. Eddie Ingram, district superintendent, met or exceeded expectations in every category for the third year in a row. more about Board Releases Summative Evaluation of Superintendent
	Darlington County School District schools will operate on normal schedule Monday, Oct. 17 Posted on 10/04/2016 Darlington County School District schools will operate on normal schedule Monday, Oct. 17 more about Darlington County School District schools will operate on normal schedule Monday, Oct. 17
	S.C. Manufacturers Alliance applauds Darlington County School District for participation in SC Future Makers Initiative Posted on 10/03/2016 Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) released the following statement from President and CEO, Lewis F. Gossett, regarding the participation of Darlington County School District’s participation in the SC Future Makers initiative. more about S.C. Manufacturers Alliance applauds Darlington County School District for participation in SC Future Makers Initiative
	THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Hartsville High's Jerome Richardson comes from musical family Posted on 10/03/2016 Families with musical talent tend to foster children who themselves become musically talented. Such is the case with Jerome Richardson, a junior at Hartsville High School, who is the drum major for the Red Régime. more about THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Hartsville High's Jerome Richardson comes from musical family
	WBTW News13: Darlington Digital Transformation Conference helps create better future for classrooms Posted on 09/26/2016 Educators from across the Pee Dee met Saturday morning to make sure students know how to use the latest technology. more about WBTW News13: Darlington Digital Transformation Conference helps create better future for classrooms
	South Carolina Department of Education announces 2015-16 testing data for Darlington County School District Posted on 09/23/2016 This week, the S.C. Department of Education released results for several statewide tests for the 2015-16 school year, including ACT WorkKeys, ACT, International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme assessments, and the South Carolina Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (SCPASS). more about South Carolina Department of Education announces 2015-16 testing data for Darlington County School District
	DCSD’s Jefferson named prestigious ‘Google for Education Certified Innovator’ Posted on 09/22/2016 arla Jefferson, instructional technology coordinator for the Darlington County School District, recently attained Google for Education’s highest professional certification and is invited to attend the Google for Education Innovation Academy at Google headquarters in Toronto, Canada. more about DCSD’s Jefferson named prestigious ‘Google for Education Certified Innovator’
	Hanlin Named DCSD Teacher of the Year, Walters Named District Outstanding First Year Teacher Posted on 09/22/2016 Hanna Hanlin, a second grade teacher from Pate Elementary School, was named the Darlington County School District’s 2016-17 District Teacher of the Year at the district’s annual Teacher of the Year banquet. more about Hanlin Named DCSD Teacher of the Year, Walters Named District Outstanding First Year Teacher
	MORNING NEWS: With their staffs, Darrius Cole, Xavier Smith guide the Marching Falcons Posted on 09/15/2016 At Darlington High School, the weight of the marching band program is on the drum majors' shoulders. And that is the way Brendan Johnson, director of bands at the school, wants it. more about MORNING NEWS: With their staffs, Darrius Cole, Xavier Smith guide the Marching Falcons
	U.S. Dept. of Education launches redesigned and powerful tool for students, families: College Scorecard Posted on 09/14/2016 The U.S. Department of Education recently released its first annual update of the redesigned Coillege Scorecard to ensure that students and families have the most up-to-date, comprehensive and reliable information available on colleges, all in an easy-to-understand format. more about U.S. Dept. of Education launches redesigned and powerful tool for students, families: College Scorecard
	WBTW News13: Celebrity chef Jeff Henderson makes a stop at Hartsville High School Posted on 09/14/2016 Chef Jeff Henderson is making stops across South Carolina visiting schools and prison facilities as part of EdVenture’s “BeABoss Youth Empowerment Tour” where he will speak to more than 1,000 teens about his personal journey from incarceration to professional and personal success. more about WBTW News13: Celebrity chef Jeff Henderson makes a stop at Hartsville High School
	DCSD to host 2016 Magnet Fair on Sept. 22 at Hartsville Middle School Posted on 09/12/2016 Special “agents” from across Darlington County School District will participate in “Mission: Possible – Operation Innovation” on Sept. 22 during the district’s 2016 Magnet Fair at Hartsville Middle School. more about DCSD to host 2016 Magnet Fair on Sept. 22 at Hartsville Middle School
	NEWS AND PRESS: DCSD September Teacher Feature winners chosen Posted on 09/09/2016 The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum “Teacher Feature” winners for September have been announced. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about NEWS AND PRESS: DCSD September Teacher Feature winners chosen
	Darlington County School District to host second annual Digital Transformation Conference Posted on 09/07/2016 Hundreds of Darlington County School District educators will continue expanding their digital tool portfolios Sept. 24 during the second annual DCSD Digital Transformation Conference at Darlington Middle School. more about Darlington County School District to host second annual Digital Transformation Conference
	DCSD to administer Gifted and Talented testing to all second graders, also available to students in grades 3-11 Posted on 09/07/2016 The Darlington County School District will administer the Iowa Test of Basic Skills and the Cognitive Abilities Test to all second grade students this year and any other grade-level students that have been referred for testing. more about DCSD to administer Gifted and Talented testing to all second graders, also available to students in grades 3-11
	THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Darlington County program aims to teach students life skills for 21st century Posted on 09/01/2016 Some Darlington County School District educators say a new effort aimed at preparing students for the 21st century is transforming their classrooms – and their students. more about THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Darlington County program aims to teach students life skills for 21st century
	DCSD announces finalists for District Teacher of the Year Posted on 08/31/2016 Darlington County School District announced the five finalists for the 2016-17 District Teacher of the Year award today. more about DCSD announces finalists for District Teacher of the Year
	Georgia-Pacific’s Darlington Dixie Force donates more than 80 backpacks to DCSD students Posted on 08/23/2016 Eighty-four Darlington County School District students will return to school with new book bags and school supplies this year, thanks to the generous employees of Georgia-Pacific Dixie of Darlington. more about Georgia-Pacific’s Darlington Dixie Force donates more than 80 backpacks to DCSD students
	Wiggins School of Education honors Hartsville High’s Cameron with Educator of the Year Award Posted on 08/16/2016 Coker College’s Wiggins School of Education recently awarded its third Educator of the Year Award to Donna Cameron, an exceptional education teacher and academic coach at Hartsville High School. more about Wiggins School of Education honors Hartsville High’s Cameron with Educator of the Year Award
	DCSD Votes To Place Bond Referendum On Ballot Posted on 08/12/2016 DARLINGTON, SC -- Friday afternoon the Darlington County Board of Education approved sending a bond and capital sales tax referendum to voters in November to fund the construction of three new elementary schools to replace six aging school facilities in the school district. The bond, which will cost no more than $60 million, will be paid through a one-cent sales tax that will replace the expiring one-cent sales tax that voters approved in 2003. more about DCSD Votes To Place Bond Referendum On Ballot
	Darlington County Board of Education appoints two new administrators Posted on 08/09/2016 Darlington County Board of Education appoints two new administrators more about Darlington County Board of Education appoints two new administrators
	Darlington County School District announces annual Title I meetings Posted on 08/09/2016 Title I schools in Darlington County School District will hold their annual parent meetings to discuss the Title I services that the schools receive and the requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act shortly after school begins on Aug. 15. more about Darlington County School District announces annual Title I meetings
	Red Apple Passes available for Darlington County residents Posted on 08/09/2016 Darlington County residents wishing to participate in the Darlington County School District’s Red Apple Pass program now have three locations to register. more about Red Apple Passes available for Darlington County residents
	DCSD kitchen staff studies healthy meal preparation with professional chefs, dietician Posted on 08/03/2016 Darlington County School District Food Services employees sharpened their culinary skills and learned creative cooking techniques last month, continuing to improve the nutritional value and quality of food served to students and their families. more about DCSD kitchen staff studies healthy meal preparation with professional chefs, dietician
	WBTW News13: Robinson Nuclear Plant gives Carolina Elementary new safety measures Posted on 08/01/2016 Students of Carolina Elementary can look forward to a safer environment this school year. Duke energy spokesperson Charles Ellison, explains why the plant hopes to improve safety for students in one day. more about WBTW News13: Robinson Nuclear Plant gives Carolina Elementary new safety measures
	NEWS AND PRESS: Darlington High JAG students at Darlington ReStore for second year Posted on 07/06/2016 For the second summer in a row, the Darlington County Habitat for Humanity ReStore were helped by students from the JAG program from Darlington High School. more about NEWS AND PRESS: Darlington High JAG students at Darlington ReStore for second year
	Darlington County School District returning student online registration begins July 18 Posted on 07/05/2016 Parents with returning students in the Darlington County School District (DCSD) can avoid long registration lines at the school by taking advantage of online registration. more about Darlington County School District returning student online registration begins July 18
	HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Hartsville's eyes are on ArtSummer Posted on 06/29/2016 This is the 27th year of ArtSummer for Darlington County School District students. The theme this year is "We are One!" more about HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Hartsville's eyes are on ArtSummer
	Hartsville High School JROTC cadets attend leadership camp at Fort Jackson Posted on 06/21/2016 A dozen Hartsville High School JROTC cadets spent a week in early June at the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge at Fort Jackson building confidence, enhancing leadership skills and developing their senses of responsibility and independence. more about Hartsville High School JROTC cadets attend leadership camp at Fort Jackson
	WMBF NEWS: Students get up close with military helicopter Posted on 06/20/2016 Students attending the Darlington Summer Academic Program got the chance recently to get up close and personal with a retired military helicopter, brought in by the Celebrate Freedom Foundation. more about WMBF NEWS: Students get up close with military helicopter
	MORNING NEWS: Vietnam-era helicopter 'awesome,' Darlington students say Posted on 06/20/2016 Amazing. Awesome. Really cool. Those were a few of the descriptions of Annie , a Cobra attack helicopter that served in the Vietnam War and is now used by the Celebrate Freedom Foundation to promote science, engineering, technology and math programs." more about MORNING NEWS: Vietnam-era helicopter 'awesome,' Darlington students say
	WBTW News13: Darlington Police use summer pilot program to help guide youth Posted on 06/13/2016 his week, the Darlington Police Department, with the help of the Darlington County School District started its summer pilot program aimed at rising fourth graders. more about WBTW News13: Darlington Police use summer pilot program to help guide youth
	TEACH Foundation donates nearly $30,000 to DCSD summer reading program Posted on 06/13/2016 The TEACH Foundation continued its substantial financial support of the Darlington County School District’s Summer Reading Camp recently with a $28,600 donation. more about TEACH Foundation donates nearly $30,000 to DCSD summer reading program
	Darlington High School joins innovative school network TransformSC Posted on 06/06/2016 Darlington High School is now a member of a growing group of schools accepted into TransformSC’s network of innovative institutions. more about Darlington High School joins innovative school network TransformSC
	Darlington High School names Pierre Brown varsity boys’ soccer coach Posted on 06/02/2016 Darlington High School recently hired Pierre Brown to be the school’s varsity boys’ soccer head coach. Brown is a fifth grade teacher at West Hartsville Elementary School. more about Darlington High School names Pierre Brown varsity boys’ soccer coach
	Duke Energy, Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost DCSD childhood reading skills Posted on 06/01/2016 Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental kicked off a summer literacy program recently in Darlington County School District. more about Duke Energy, Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost DCSD childhood reading skills
	Darlington County School District providing free meals during the summer through USDA program Posted on 05/31/2016 Darlington County School District will provide breakfast and lunch this summer at four approved school sites and lunch only at another site through the USDA Seamless Summer Meals Program. more about Darlington County School District providing free meals during the summer through USDA program
	NEWS AND PRESS: Congratulations to the Class of 2016 Posted on 05/31/2016 Congratulations to the graduates of Darlington High School, Hartsville High School, Lamar High School and Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology! more about NEWS AND PRESS: Congratulations to the Class of 2016
	MORNING NEWS: Hartsville High graduates told to have faith Posted on 05/31/2016 Hartsville High School graduated 267 students on Friday, May 27, 2016. more about MORNING NEWS: Hartsville High graduates told to have faith
	MORNING NEWS: Darlington High graduates on path to success Posted on 05/31/2016 Darlington High School graduated 239 students students on Friday, May 27, 2016. more about MORNING NEWS: Darlington High graduates on path to success
	Darlington County Intervention School honors 2016 graduates Posted on 05/27/2016 The Darlington County Intervention School held its 2016 graduation ceremony on Thursday, celebrating the accomplishments of its senior students. more about Darlington County Intervention School honors 2016 graduates
	MORNING NEWS: Lamar High School graduation joyful Posted on 05/27/2016 In a ceremony that lasted just under 20 minutes, the Lamar High School Class of 2016 officially became graduates. more about MORNING NEWS: Lamar High School graduation joyful
	MORNING NEWS: Mayo High School for Math, Science, and Technology graduates 89 students Posted on 05/27/2016 Eighty-nine students from Mayo High School for Math, Science & Technology reached a life milestone when they officially graduated on Thursday. more about MORNING NEWS: Mayo High School for Math, Science, and Technology graduates 89 students
	Three Darlington High School athletes sign letters of intent Posted on 05/25/2016 Three Darlington High School athletes signed national letters of intent on Wednesday to play collegiate athletics next year. more about Three Darlington High School athletes sign letters of intent
	NEWS AND PRESS: Local teachers surprised by grant awards Posted on 05/25/2016 Eight Darlington County School District teachers received very pleasant surprises last week as members of the Darlington County Education Foundation turned up at their classrooms with news that their grant applications would receive funding. more about NEWS AND PRESS: Local teachers surprised by grant awards
	Fifty graduate from Darlington County adult education program Posted on 05/25/2016 MORNING NEWS: Fifty students graduated Tuesday, May 24, 2016 from the Darlington County Adult Education Program. more about Fifty graduate from Darlington County adult education program
	Hartsville High softball wins Class 3A softball state championship Posted on 05/25/2016 The Hartsville High School softball team clinched the 2016 Class 3A softball state title Tuesday. more about Hartsville High softball wins Class 3A softball state championship
	Duke Energy works to end summer learning slide at Thornwell School for the Arts Posted on 05/25/2016 Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation’s largest children’s literacy organization, are partnering to minimize the summer slide and improve the reading proficiency of more than 3,000 current second graders in South Carolina. more about Duke Energy works to end summer learning slide at Thornwell School for the Arts
	Darlington County School District announces principal changes for 2016-17 Posted on 05/23/2016 Two Hartsville elementary schools will be under new leadership for the 2016-2017 school year, Darlington County School District announced Monday. more about Darlington County School District announces principal changes for 2016-17
	Darlington County School District announces 2016-17 School Teachers of the Year Posted on 05/23/2016 Twenty-three teachers have been chosen by their schools to represent the schools as the 2016-17 School Teachers of the Year. more about Darlington County School District announces 2016-17 School Teachers of the Year
	DCSD holding 4K registration on Wednesday, May 25 Posted on 05/23/2016 The Darlington County School District will hold 4K registration on Wednesday, May 25 in two locations. more about DCSD holding 4K registration on Wednesday, May 25
	Darlington High School names Pam Frick as head volleyball coach Posted on 05/20/2016 Darlington High School announced Friday that Pam Frick will take over as head coach of the school’s volleyball team. more about Darlington High School names Pam Frick as head volleyball coach
	Darlington High School names Bradley Knox as varsity girls’ basketball head coach Posted on 05/19/2016 Darlington High School announced Thursday that Bradley Knox will take over as head coach for the varsity girls’ basketball program. more about Darlington High School names Bradley Knox as varsity girls’ basketball head coach
	Thursday's state championship softball game at Hartsville postponed Posted on 05/19/2016 Friday's state championship softball game at Hartsville postponed more about Thursday's state championship softball game at Hartsville postponed
	Two LHS student-athletes sign letters of intent Posted on 05/18/2016 Two Lamar High School student-athletes signed letters of intent Wednesday to play collegiate sports next year. more about Two LHS student-athletes sign letters of intent
	Four HHS student-athletes sign letters of intent Posted on 05/18/2016 Four Hartsville High School student-athletes recently signed national letters of intent to play collegiate sports next year. more about Four HHS student-athletes sign letters of intent
	Smith to lead Darlington County Institute of Technology Posted on 05/17/2016 Robbie Smith will become the new director of the Darlington County Institute of Technology, Dr. Eddie Ingram, Darlington County School District superintendent, announced today. more about Smith to lead Darlington County Institute of Technology
	Internationally acclaimed artist Jonathan Green visits Hartsville High students Posted on 05/16/2016 South Carolina native and internationally acclaimed painter Jonathan Green brought wisdom and charisma to Hartsville High School students recently, discussing his artwork and inspirations. more about Internationally acclaimed artist Jonathan Green visits Hartsville High students
	Free Masons donate President George Washington portrait to Carolina Elementary Posted on 05/10/2016 Hartsville Masonic Lodge No. 173 gifted a large portrait of President George Washington to Carolina Elementary School recently. more about Free Masons donate President George Washington portrait to Carolina Elementary
	Seven Darlington High School early college graduates make history Posted on 05/10/2016 The first high school students of the Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) Early College Program will receive their Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degrees this week. more about Seven Darlington High School early college graduates make history
	House of Representatives honors Lamar state championship football team Posted on 05/06/2016 State legislators honored the Lamar High School football team Wednesday at the Statehouse for winning the 2015 Class A Division II state football championship. more about House of Representatives honors Lamar state championship football team
	DCSD’s Johnson elected to S.C. Speech Language Hearing Association executive board Posted on 05/04/2016 The South Carolina Speech Language Hearing Association (SCSHA) recently elected Darlington County School District’s lead speech therapist, Dr. Nia Johnson, as state vice president of membership and outreach during its annual convention. more about DCSD’s Johnson elected to S.C. Speech Language Hearing Association executive board
	Three DCSD schools place in Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium Rain Barrel Art Review Posted on 05/02/2016 Three Darlington County School District schools created award-winning entries for the Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium’s 2016 Rain Barrel Art Review. more about Three DCSD schools place in Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium Rain Barrel Art Review
	Early Dismissal times for Friday, April 29, 2016 Posted on 04/28/2016 Friday, April 29 will be an early dismissal day in the Darlington County School District. more about Early Dismissal times for Friday, April 29, 2016
	Two Darlington High student-athletes sign letters of intent Posted on 04/28/2016 Two Darlington High School student-athletes signed letters of intent on Wednesday to compete at the college level next year. more about Two Darlington High student-athletes sign letters of intent
	Darlington County School District announces early kindergarten registration Posted on 04/27/2016 On Friday, April 29, Darlington County School District will hold early-bird registration for four-year-old kindergarten (4K) and five-year-old kindergarten (5K) for the 2016-17 school year. more about Darlington County School District announces early kindergarten registration
	Darlington County School District receives $70,000 grant to expand summer reading camp, partner with Coker College and YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee Posted on 04/26/2016 Darlington County School District’s summer reading camp for students reading below grade level will expand significantly this year, thanks to a $70,000 Summer Reading Camp Community Partnership Grant from the S.C. Department of Education. more about Darlington County School District receives $70,000 grant to expand summer reading camp, partner with Coker College and YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee
	Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost childhood reading skills Posted on 04/20/2016 Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation’s largest children’s literacy organization, are partnering to minimize the summer slide and improve the reading proficiency of more than 3,000 current second graders in South Carolina. more about Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost childhood reading skills
	Thornwell’s mother-daughter pageant raises money for American Cancer Society Posted on 04/18/2016 Thornwell School for the Arts crowned third-grader Zykiyah McLain and parent Charleen Gardner-McLain as the winners of the school’s inaugural Miss and Little Miss Heart of TSA recently. more about Thornwell’s mother-daughter pageant raises money for American Cancer Society
	Hartsville’s Matt Lynch signs with Brevard College baseball Posted on 04/15/2016 Hartsville High School senior Matt Lynch will play for the Brevard College Tornados baseball team next season after signing a national letter of intent Friday morning. more about Hartsville’s Matt Lynch signs with Brevard College baseball
	Carolina’s Kids sends 32 DCIS students to YMCA Camp Thunderbird Posted on 04/14/2016 Thanks to a generous donation from Carolina’s Kids, students from the Darlington County Intervention School will again get to attend YMCA Camp Thunderbird this summer along the shores of Lake Wylie. more about Carolina’s Kids sends 32 DCIS students to YMCA Camp Thunderbird
	WPDE: Darlington educator honored in Fourth Annual PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovators Program Posted on 04/14/2016 Darlington County School District's Carla Jefferson is one of 52 educators in the United States selected as a "Lead Innovator," PBS announced Tuesday, according to a news release from the Darlington County School District. more about WPDE: Darlington educator honored in Fourth Annual PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovators Program
	HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Darlington County schools' Jefferson honored by PBS LearningMedia Posted on 04/14/2016 Darlington County School District’s Carla Jefferson is one of 52 educators in the United States selected as a “Lead Innovator,” PBS announced Tuesday, April 12, in releasing the members of the 2016 PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovators Program. more about HARTSVILLE MESSENGER: Darlington County schools' Jefferson honored by PBS LearningMedia
	Darlington County School District announces 2015-16 STAND Award winners Posted on 04/12/2016 Darlington County School District honored 23 students Friday morning during the 2015-16 STAND Awards ceremony at St. John’s Elementary School. more about Darlington County School District announces 2015-16 STAND Award winners
	Brockington Elementary Magnet hosts inaugural Family Reading Night Posted on 04/12/2016 A crowd of students and their family members attended Brockington Elementary Magnet School’s (BEMS) inaugural Family Reading Night recently. more about Brockington Elementary Magnet hosts inaugural Family Reading Night
	Darlington County Intervention School hosting suicide prevention training Posted on 04/11/2016 The Darlington County Intervention School, in partnership with the Pee Dee Unit of the S.C. Chapter National Association of Social Workers, will present “More Than Sad: Suicide Prevention Training for Parents” on Thursday, April 21, at the Darlington County Intervention School. more about Darlington County Intervention School hosting suicide prevention training
	Mayo’s Jacobs earns first place at S.C. FBLA conference Posted on 04/06/2016 Chelsea Jacobs, a senior at Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology, took first place in competition recently during the South Carolina Future Business Leaders of American Leadership Conference. more about Mayo’s Jacobs earns first place at S.C. FBLA conference
	Five DCIT students place in state DECA competitions Posted on 04/06/2016 Five students from the Darlington County Institute of Technology (DCIT) placed in competitions recently at the South Carolina DECA Career Development Conference in Charleston. more about Five DCIT students place in state DECA competitions
	Darlington County School District announces graduation plans Posted on 04/05/2016 Darlington County School District announced today the upcoming graduation plans for schools across the county. more about Darlington County School District announces graduation plans
	Two DCIT students place in state HOSA competitions Posted on 04/05/2016 Logan Lehr of Hartsville placed third in the Extemporaneous Health Poster contest, and Terah Lane of Darlington placed fourth in the Medical Spelling contest. more about Two DCIT students place in state HOSA competitions
	SPRING BREAK: March 28 through April 1 Posted on 03/25/2016 The week of March 28 through April 1 will be Spring Break in Darlington County School District. more about SPRING BREAK: March 28 through April 1
	Darlington County Teacher Forum hosting inaugural ‘Home Stretch Family Fun Walk’ Posted on 03/24/2016 With the theme of “Walk, Run or Just Have Fun,” the Darlington County Teacher Forum is hosting the inaugural Home Stretch Family Fun Walk on April 23 at Darlington Middle School. more about Darlington County Teacher Forum hosting inaugural ‘Home Stretch Family Fun Walk’
	Early Dismissal times for Friday, March 25 Posted on 03/24/2016 Friday, March 25 will be an early dismissal day in the Darlington County School District. more about Early Dismissal times for Friday, March 25
	Darlington County School District announces early-bird 4K registration Posted on 03/23/2016 Darlington County School District announced today that early-bird 4K registration will be held on April 29 at four locations across the county. more about Darlington County School District announces early-bird 4K registration
	Hartsville High hires English as boys’ basketball coach Posted on 03/22/2016 Hartsville High School has named Yusuf English, who has coached at Denmark-Olar High School in Bamberg County for the past three years, to lead the Red Fox boys’ varsity basketball program. more about Hartsville High hires English as boys’ basketball coach
	More than 40 West Hartsville Elementary students inducted into National Junior Beta Club Posted on 03/16/2016 West Hartsville Elementary School celebrated recently the induction of 44 students into the National Junior Beta Club, the largest induction class in school history. more about More than 40 West Hartsville Elementary students inducted into National Junior Beta Club
	Award-winning author Sharon Draper visits Darlington students Posted on 03/16/2016 DARLINGTON, S.C. – Sharon Draper, an award-winning author of numerous texts, visited Darlington Middle School recently to lead a “Literacy and Laughter Workshop” for students from three schools. more about Award-winning author Sharon Draper visits Darlington students
	Darlington County Board of Education hires Smith to be chief financial officer Posted on 03/15/2016 At their regular March board meeting, the Darlington County Board of Education appointed Ashley Smith to be the new chief financial officer for the district. more about Darlington County Board of Education hires Smith to be chief financial officer
	Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology holds groundbreaking for gym renovation Posted on 03/11/2016 Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Friday to commemorate the launch of an approximately $2 million renovation to the school’s gymnasium. more about Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology holds groundbreaking for gym renovation
	Hartsville Police Department treats Thornwell Students to a day at the movies Posted on 03/11/2016 Nearly 400 students from Thornwell School for the Arts marched down Carolina Avenue on Wednesday morning, headed for the Carmike Cinema Twin move theater and accompanied by the Hartsville Police Department. more about Hartsville Police Department treats Thornwell Students to a day at the movies
	Darlington County Transition Team hosts first open houses Posted on 03/11/2016 Darlington County students with disabilities and their parents took advantage of the Darlington County Transition Team’s first open house events recently to learn about available services while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere. more about Darlington County Transition Team hosts first open houses
	DCIS, community agencies form Pre-Judicial Truancy Council to keep students in school Posted on 03/02/2016 In collaboration with several community agencies and organizations, Darlington County Intervention School is working on a new initiative to keep students out of the courtroom and get them back in the classroom. more about DCIS, community agencies form Pre-Judicial Truancy Council to keep students in school
	Washington Street Parent Team surprises teachers with grants for education projects Posted on 03/02/2016 Washington Street Elementary School’s Parent Team surprised three teachers recently with more than $2,000 in grant funding to enhance the learning experiences of their students. more about Washington Street Parent Team surprises teachers with grants for education projects
	MORNING NEWS: Brunson-Dargan's Little Gents test their skills at Florence restaurant Posted on 03/02/2016 When setting the table, always put your soup spoon next to your plate. Or it is your salad fork? Not sure? Just ask a Brunson-Dargan Elementary School Little Gent. more about MORNING NEWS: Brunson-Dargan's Little Gents test their skills at Florence restaurant
	NEWS AND PRESS: Lamar welcomes Carolina’s Kids Clothing Closet Posted on 03/02/2016 Carolina’s Kids, Inc. and the Darlington County School District teamed up last week to celebrate the opening of the Lamar Clothing Closet, located on the campus of Lamar Elementary School. more about NEWS AND PRESS: Lamar welcomes Carolina’s Kids Clothing Closet
	Hartsville High hosting free band concert Thursday Posted on 03/01/2016 Hartville High School invites the community to enjoy a free band concert on Thursday, March 3 in the Hartsville High School Arena. more about Hartsville High hosting free band concert Thursday
	REMINDER: Friday, March 4 will be a make-up day Posted on 02/29/2016 The Darlington County School District reminded students, parents and staff that Friday, March 4, 2016 will be a make-up day. more about REMINDER: Friday, March 4 will be a make-up day
	Seven DCSD schools earn Palmetto Gold Awards Posted on 02/23/2016 The South Carolina Department of Education announced Feb. 23 that seven Darlington County School District schools have earned 2014-15 Palmetto Gold Awards for excellence in academic performance and growth. more about Seven DCSD schools earn Palmetto Gold Awards
	Darlington Middle boys basketball clinches conference title Posted on 02/19/2016 The Darlington Middle School boys basketball squad won the Pee Dee Conference championship this season, finishing with a 10-2 conference record. more about Darlington Middle boys basketball clinches conference title
	Shaw Resigns As HHS Basketball Coach Posted on 02/19/2016 more about Shaw Resigns As HHS Basketball Coach
	Lamar Elementary kicks off Read and Feed after-school program Posted on 02/15/2016 Students at Lamar Elementary School are getting a chance for extra help from teachers and community volunteers through Read and Feed, an after-school program that offers school work assistance and a snack. more about Lamar Elementary kicks off Read and Feed after-school program
	Darlington County School District, Florence-Darlington Technical College launch dual-credit courses at B.A. Gary Educational Complex Posted on 02/15/2016 Darlington County School District and Florence-Darlington Technical College officially agreed Monday to offer dual-credit courses at the B.A. Gary Educational Complex in Darlington on the campus of Darlington County Adult Education and the Darlington County Intervention School. more about Darlington County School District, Florence-Darlington Technical College launch dual-credit courses at B.A. Gary Educational Complex
	DCSD thanks Hilex Poly for donation to warehouse Posted on 02/11/2016 The Darlington County School District offered its sincere thanks today to the Hartsville-based Hilex Poly Company, a subsidiary of Novolex, for its recent donation of recyclable plastic bags to the district’s warehouse. more about DCSD thanks Hilex Poly for donation to warehouse
	Mayo High School Principal Arlene Wallace named Educator of the Year by Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce Posted on 02/05/2016 The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce honored Arlene Wallace, principal of Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology, as the 2016 Educator of the Year on Thursday. more about Mayo High School Principal Arlene Wallace named Educator of the Year by Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce
	Three Hartsville High student-athletes sign national letters of intent Posted on 02/03/2016 Three Hartsville High School students signed national letters of intent Wednesday morning to play collegiate football. more about Three Hartsville High student-athletes sign national letters of intent
	Morongell and Vos win Hartsville, Darlington Middle spelling bees Posted on 02/02/2016 Hartsville Middle School named sixth grader Kody Morongell its spelling bee champion last week after a lively, seven-round competition. Across Darlington County School District, sixth grader Hayden Vos became champion of the Darlington Middle School Spelling Bee. more about Morongell and Vos win Hartsville, Darlington Middle spelling bees
	Sonoco, TEACH foundations bring Charleston Symphony Orchestra to Hartsville schools Posted on 02/02/2016 The Charleston Symphony Orchestra toured seven Darlington County School District (DCSD) schools in Hartsville recently as part of a coordinated music education outreach program, sponsored by the Sonoco Foundation. more about Sonoco, TEACH foundations bring Charleston Symphony Orchestra to Hartsville schools
	Darlington County Adult Education hosting free ‘Silver Surfers’ technology sessions Posted on 02/01/2016 Darlington County School District and Darlington County Adult Education are sponsoring the Silver Surfers’ Club throughout the months of February, March, April and May. more about Darlington County Adult Education hosting free ‘Silver Surfers’ technology sessions
	Brunson-Dargan’s Little Gents Club teaching life lessons to young students Posted on 01/28/2016 Young boys at Brunson-Dargan Elementary School are learning and practicing skills not always found in text books that the school hopes will help them be more successful now and as adults. more about Brunson-Dargan’s Little Gents Club teaching life lessons to young students
	Carolina Elementary, Governor's School continue after-school robotics program Posted on 01/26/2016 Fifth graders at Carolina Elementary School recently had the opportunity to collaborate with robotics students from the Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics during a six-day after-school program. more about Carolina Elementary, Governor's School continue after-school robotics program
	Darlington County School District closed for Friday, Jan. 22 Posted on 01/22/2016 Darlington County School District is closed for Friday, Jan. 22. more about Darlington County School District closed for Friday, Jan. 22
	DCSD students celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Posted on 01/21/2016 Schools in Darlington County School District celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day. more about DCSD students celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.
	FOR INFORMATION: When Good Weather Goes Bad Posted on 01/21/2016 The decision to close schools in Darlington County School District for bad weather such as snow, sleet, extreme wind and rain, or other dangerous weather conditions is a decision carefully made by school officials. more about FOR INFORMATION: When Good Weather Goes Bad
	Darlington County School District again offers parents choices Posted on 01/20/2016 Darlington County School District is offering district-wide Expanded School Choice for the 2016-2017 school year. more about Darlington County School District again offers parents choices
	Carolina Elementary’s Shumate named state finalist for highest national honor in science, mathematics Posted on 01/19/2016 Kourtney Shumate, the coordinating teacher at Carolina Elementary School, is a state finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. more about Carolina Elementary’s Shumate named state finalist for highest national honor in science, mathematics
	DCSD ‘eflyer’ system saves 1.7 million sheets of paper Posted on 01/13/2016 DCSD schools have collectively saved an estimated 1.7 million sheets of paper since transitioning in the fall of 2014 to an electronic flyer distribution system. more about DCSD ‘eflyer’ system saves 1.7 million sheets of paper
	Darlington County School District to honor board of education Posted on 01/11/2016 Darlington County School District to honor board of education more about Darlington County School District to honor board of education
	Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 Early Dismissal Times Posted on 01/07/2016 Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 Early Dismissal Times more about Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 Early Dismissal Times
	DCSD seeking school bus drivers Posted on 01/05/2016 DCSD seeking school bus drivers more about DCSD seeking school bus drivers
	DCIT holds National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony Posted on 01/04/2016 Twenty-six students at the Darlington County Institute of Technology (DCIT) joined the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) recently during a ceremony held at the school. more about DCIT holds National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony
	DCSD graduating seniors surpass national SAT average for second year in a row For the second year in a row, graduating seniors in Darlington County School District exceeded the national public school average SAT score, according to data released by the S.C. Department of Education recently. more about DCSD graduating seniors surpass national SAT average for second year in a row
	NEWS AND PRESS: March Teacher Feature winners chosen The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum “Teacher Feature” winners for March have been announced. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. more about NEWS AND PRESS: March Teacher Feature winners chosen
	SCDOT awards Safe Routes to School grant worth up to $400,000 to Carolina Elementary Carolina Elementary School is working with the city of Hartsville, the S.C. Department of Transportation and the community to increase the safety of students who walk and bike to school, while encouraging more students to follow suit. And thanks to an SCDOT Safe Routes to School grant worth up to $400,000, plans to achieve those goals are now being prepared. more about SCDOT awards Safe Routes to School grant worth up to $400,000 to Carolina Elementary
	Darlington County schools place in qualifier for robotics state championships DARLINGTON, S.C. – Two Darlington County School District schools placed in three different categories during a regional robotics competition recently held at Darlington Middle School. more about Darlington County schools place in qualifier for robotics state championships
	Holiday Card winner Driggers tours DCIT graphics communications lab The Darlington County Institute of Technology hosted Darlington County School District’s 2015 Holiday Card Art Contest winner recently, treating her to a tour of the school’s graphics communications laboratory and allowing her to help print copies of the card. more about Holiday Card winner Driggers tours DCIT graphics communications lab
	Rosenwald Elementary/Middle, DCSD working closely with Teach For America Unique within the Darlington County School District, Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School is a rural, K-8 school serving a small student body with a high poverty rate and a top-down determination to succeed. more about Rosenwald Elementary/Middle, DCSD working closely with Teach For America
	Lamar High School wins Class A Division II football title Lamar High won the 2015 Class A Division II football title over C.E. Murray. more about Lamar High School wins Class A Division II football title
	Darlington County School District students earn state choir honors Darlington County School District students earn state choir honors more about Darlington County School District students earn state choir honors
	Duke Energy honored with 2015 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award Duke Energy honored with 2015 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award more about Duke Energy honored with 2015 Jimmy Newsom Signature Award
	DCSD’s Jefferson, Hughes launch ‘edtech’ podcast Carla Jefferson and Rhett Hughes are producing a podcast that focuses on technology in the classroom. more about DCSD’s Jefferson, Hughes launch ‘edtech’ podcast
	Darlington Middle hosting Pee Dee qualifier for robotics state championships Darlington Middle will host 15 schools this weekend in a qualifier for the SCFLL robotic championships. more about Darlington Middle hosting Pee Dee qualifier for robotics state championships
	Hartsville Middle School football achieves three-peat The Hartsville Middle School football team overcame a bumpy start to the 2015 season to eventually clinch a Pee Dee Conference championship, the team’s third title in as many years. more about Hartsville Middle School football achieves three-peat
	Carolina Elementary pays tribute to veterans with ‘Wall of Honor’ Carolina Elementary School paid respect to American veterans recently, honoring approximately 300 members of the military with a 'Wall of Honor.' more about Carolina Elementary pays tribute to veterans with ‘Wall of Honor’
	Free Masons donate Washington portrait to North Hartsville Elementary Hartsville Free Masons donate Washington potrait to North Hartsville Elementary more about Free Masons donate Washington portrait to North Hartsville Elementary
$Math Night$	Brockington Elementary hosts annual family ‘Math Night’ Brockington Elementary Magnet School hosted its annual “Math Night” recently, giving parents and guardians a chance to visit the school for an exciting evening of learning how their children study mathematics. more about Brockington Elementary hosts annual family ‘Math Night’
	Darlington High grad returns home to revamp marching band Brendan Johnson doubled the size of the DHS marching band in one semester. more about Darlington High grad returns home to revamp marching band
	Rotary Club of Darlington donates hundreds of dictionaries to Darlington County School District The Rotary Club of Darlington donated nearly 500 dictionaries to the Darlington County School District recently, continuing the organization’s commitment to the district’s students. more about Rotary Club of Darlington donates hundreds of dictionaries to Darlington County School District
	Darlington County School District leading extraordinary STEM grant partnership The Darlington County School District is striving to prepare its teachers and students through a historic science- and math-based partnership between local public and private schools, backed by a federal subgrant with a three-year ceiling near $500,000. more about Darlington County School District leading extraordinary STEM grant partnership
	Hartsville’s Coker named Wendy’s High School Heisman state finalist Andrew Coker, a senior at Hartsville High School, has been named a South Carolina state finalist in the 2015 Wendy’s High School Heisman awards program. more about Hartsville’s Coker named Wendy’s High School Heisman state finalist
	Darlington County School District continues end-of-course test gains The S.C. Department of Education released on Nov. 9 the results from 2015 end-of-course examinations. Students in Darlington County School District continued trending gains in every subject area and scored on par with state averages. more about Darlington County School District continues end-of-course test gains
	New Darlington County Intervention School programs focus on reading and culture Darlington County Intervention School launched three initiatives this semester geared toward promoting reading as well as expanding cultural and linguistic experiences. more about New Darlington County Intervention School programs focus on reading and culture

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