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Sumter’s Next Generation, presented by CCTC: Sumter, Lakewood, Wilson Hall student body presidents reflect ahead of high school graduation
Four years can fly by, and before you know it, you're taking that walk of pride into the next chapter of your life. The misters and madam student body presidents Slade Custer of Wilson Hall, Quindon Dais of Lakewood High School and Gabrielle … more
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Head of the Class of '24 for Sumter School District
Sumter School District's three valedictorians for the Class of 2024 all made straight A's throughout high school, survived their freshman year in a pandemic and consider their parents their biggest influencers in life. The top seniors from … more
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5 LMA young men chosen as Palmetto Boys State delegates
Laurence Manning Academy is pleased to announce that the American Legion Post 68 has chosen five young men from the LMA junior class to be a part of its 2024 delegates for Palmetto Boys State. Gavin Ard, Gavin Brown, Drew Ferriell, Cole Hawthorne … more
4 LMA young women chosen as Palmetto Girls State delegates
Laurence Manning Academy is pleased to announce that the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 68 has chosen four girls from the LMA junior class to be a part of their 2024 delegates. Lainey Baggette, Olivia Danback, Rivers Ann Gardner … more
Central Carolina Technical College earns Military Friendly School designation for 13th year
Continuing a long tradition, Central Carolina Technical College has been recognized for its support of military families. The college recently earned the 2024-25 Military Friendly School designation for the 13th-consecutive year from the Military … more
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Sumter Liberty STEAM Charter School moves 2 teachers into roles of 'teacherpreneurs'
Liberty STEAM Charter School will roll out a relatively new classroom concept next school year to improve student reading achievement while also showing support to all teachers on its staff. Along with implementing a new school-wide, … more
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Sumter High Class of 2024 celebrates achievements
Cheers for the Class of 2024 rang out in Memorial Stadium for the final time this school year on Thursday night, May 23, as Sumter High School celebrated its seniors at this year's graduation ceremony. PHOTOS BY ADAM FLASH / THE SUMTER ITEM more
Other parents defend Sumter High track and field program
Further investigation into a coach's claims along with her husband about a local high school's track and field team reveal contradictions and a past criminal record on the part of the husband. Four parents of current Sumter High School track and … more
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Crestwood Knights Class of 2024 enjoys walk across stage
The Class of '24 Knights officially said goodbye to the castle as Crestwood High School hosted its graduation ceremony on Friday morning, May 24, at the Sumter County Civic Center. more
Morris College names Sewell its 11th president
STAFF REPORT Morris College Board of Trustees in Sumter has named Said Sewell, Ph.D., CFRM, as its 11th president with his presidency beginning on July 1. According to a news release, "The Morris … more
Lakewood student wins 2024 Congressional Art Competition for the 6th Congressional District
Peyton Harvin, a student at Lakewood High School, won the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for the 6th Congressional District of South Carolina. Harvin's artwork will grace the Cannon Tunnel, connecting the U.S. House of Representatives' offices … more
Greeleyville native named Liberty primary academy director
A 14-year public education veteran who has held numerous roles will be the next primary academy director at Liberty STEAM Charter School. Liberty announced on Friday that current Williamsburg County School District elementary school principal … more
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Graduation ceremonies on tap this week for Sumter School District
It’s cap and gown time again for area high school seniors. Sumter School District’s three high schools and two affiliated programs will hold separate graduation ceremonies this week, … more
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Sumter Item's Next Gen news editor Maple speaks to Emerging Leaders
The Ross McKenzie Emerging Leaders, consisting of 19 high school juniors from Sumter and Lee county school districts, spoke with local professionals, including The Sumter Item's Next Gen news editor and multimedia reporter Alaysha Maple, on Tuesday, … more
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Crestwood High JROTC Unit 873 continues to excel
Crestwood High School JROTC Unit 873 continues to excel. Under the leadership of retired Master Sgt. Eric Avery, Senior Aerospace Science instructor, and retired Master Sgt. Michael Selle, Aerospace Science instructor, Crestwood's Drill Team had an … more
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Top recent storylines from Sumter School District
1. BOARD TO NOT SEEK MILLAGE INCREASE FROM COUNTY For the first time in numerous years, Sumter School District and its board of trustees will not pursue a millage increase from Sumter County Council. According to district Chief Financial … more
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Debunking the myth of personal learning styles
When educators read scholarly research on the brain, there is always the potential for misinterpretation. In the field of Mind, Brain, and Education research-informed teaching, these errors are called "neuromyths," defined by the Organization for … more
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Sumter School District's Seamless Summer provides meals for children
The Seamless Summer Option, Summer Feeding Program, allows school food authorities to provide free, nutritious meals and snacks to children 18 years of age or younger during summer vacation periods. A person 19 years of age and over with a mental or … more
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Innovation on wheels: District debuts mobile units for 21st-century learning
Technology is changing the way children learn, and two mobile STEM-related buses are helping to drive the future of science and math education in Sumter School District. This school year the district has unveiled the Pilgrim's Mobile STEM … more
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Sizzlin' summer camps in Sumter about to start
School is almost out, so prepare to scream and shout as summer camps for kids of all ages begin to pop up across town. From thrilling outdoor adventures to creative art experiences and everything in between, Sumter's summer camps will have it all … more
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