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Location, Location

by Charles

Sep 15, 2009

Have applied for teaching position in the Kershaw shcool district. Does anyone have an opinion good or bad on the school system there. Any comments would be appreciated.

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Dreaming of Running your Own School?

by NewPoint Learning Center

Sep 18, 2009

NewPoint Learning Center is fulfilling these dreams. NewPoint Learning Center is an accredited supplemental education school that has been providing superior educational services in North Carolina for ten years. The key to our success has been a holistic philosophy that seeks to meet individual student needs through customized programs and/or a net...See More

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Opportunities in Education

by NewPoint Learning Center

Oct 6, 2009

Are you an educator who has recently relocated, lost your position as an administrator or teacher due to recent cutbacks, or that is simply looking for opportunities outside the traditional classroom?

Make a difference in the lives of students and their families as an owner of a NewPoint Learning Center. NewPoint is an accredited suppleme...See More

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A question

by Bill T. NC 6th science and social studies

Oct 8, 2009

I presently teach in North Carolina, but am pondering early retirement at the end of this current school year.

Let me get right to it.

I am interested in both the Greenville and Charleston areas.

Can anyone tell me about some good schools/school districts that are in those areas????

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What students? I would be very, very careful. Also, be prepared to work 70 hour weeks as a regular thing, with 80 hour weeks often. This is not new teacher hours, this is All teacher hours.

On 10/12/09, Debbie wrote: > Hi: > > My hubby is going to be interviewing for a science position for > next fall in a couple of weeks. We live in Western...See MoreI would be very, very careful. Also, be prepared to work 70 hour weeks as a regular thing, with 80 hour weeks often. This is not new teacher hours, this is All teacher hours.

On 10/12/09, Debbie wrote: > Hi: > > My hubby is going to be interviewing for a science position for > next fall in a couple of weeks. We live in Western New York area. > Can you please give me some more information about your school > district? If he is lucky and gets an offer, I need to find out > about location. We have 2 daughters. Next year, one will be > starting high school and the other will be in 7th grade. The older > one is competitive swimmer as well and I will need to find a swim > club and perhaps a school who also has a swim team. If not, she > will be involved with volleyball and basketball school teams. My > younger one is very creative, artistic and musical. I have only > been to Charleston once and that was on a family vacation back in > the mid 80's, so I am not very familiar with the area. We will > probably wind up renting in the beginning as well. Any advice or > help in the right direction would be very much appreciated. > > On 10/09/09, anon wrote: >> Disagree with last post. My kids are in CCSD...all honor >> students. I'd work here over some other districts in this >> lowcountry. You just have to find the right school. CCSD is big >> (most people think too big)and it tries to serve all economic >> demographics as well as rural and inner city areas. Tall order. >> If you come here, visit the schools you may be interested in. >> >> >> >> >> >> On 10/08/09, CCSD SUCKS wrote: >>> CCSD and Dr. McGinley are complete garbage. THE CCSD DISTRICT >>> IS COMPLETE HELL. >>> >>> >>> On 10/08/09, Bill T. NC 6th science and social studies wrote: >>>> I presently teach in North Carolina, but am pondering >>>> early retirement at the end of this current school year. >>>> >>>> Let me get right to it. >>>> >>>> I am interested in both the Greenville and Charleston >>>> areas. >>>> >>>> Can anyone tell me about some good schools/school districts >>>> that are in those areas????

Oct 16, 2009

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Debbie That is fine. He worked those kind of hours as a long term sub. He is used to working long hours and it does not bother him. It is the way it is.

On 10/16/09, What students? wrote: > I would be very, very careful. Also, be prepared to work 70 hour weeks > as a regular thing, with 80 hour weeks often. This is not new teacher > hou...See MoreThat is fine. He worked those kind of hours as a long term sub. He is used to working long hours and it does not bother him. It is the way it is.

On 10/16/09, What students? wrote: > I would be very, very careful. Also, be prepared to work 70 hour weeks > as a regular thing, with 80 hour weeks often. This is not new teacher > hours, this is All teacher hours. > > On 10/12/09, Debbie wrote: >> Hi: >> >> My hubby is going to be interviewing for a science position for >> next fall in a couple of weeks. We live in Western New York area. >> Can you please give me some more information about your school >> district? If he is lucky and gets an offer, I need to find out >> about location. We have 2 daughters. Next year, one will be >> starting high school and the other will be in 7th grade. The older >> one is competitive swimmer as well and I will need to find a swim >> club and perhaps a school who also has a swim team. If not, she >> will be involved with volleyball and basketball school teams. My >> younger one is very creative, artistic and musical. I have only >> been to Charleston once and that was on a family vacation back in >> the mid 80's, so I am not very familiar with the area. We will >> probably wind up renting in the beginning as well. Any advice or >> help in the right direction would be very much appreciated. >> >> On 10/09/09, anon wrote: >>> Disagree with last post. My kids are in CCSD...all honor >>> students. I'd work here over some other districts in this >>> lowcountry. You just have to find the right school. CCSD is big >>> (most people think too big)and it tries to serve all economic >>> demographics as well as rural and inner city areas. Tall order. >>> If you come here, visit the schools you may be interested in. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On 10/08/09, CCSD SUCKS wrote: >>>> CCSD and Dr. McGinley are complete garbage. THE CCSD DISTRICT >>>> IS COMPLETE HELL. >>>> >>>> >>>> On 10/08/09, Bill T. NC 6th science and social studies wrote: >>>>> I presently teach in North Carolina, but am pondering >>>>> early retirement at the end of this current school year. >>>>> >>>>> Let me get right to it. >>>>> >>>>> I am interested in both the Greenville and Charleston >>>>> areas. >>>>> >>>>> Can anyone tell me about some good schools/school districts >>>>> that are in those areas????

Oct 16, 2009

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How is Teaching in SC Right Now?

by Wondering

Oct 10, 2009

I'm in GA and have been reading all the posts on their teachers' net and there is a vast difference from that site to this one. I'm just trying to figure out if SC is in slightly better shape than GA as far as the teaching front goes, and... trying to figure out whether to add SC certification to my existing GA one. To better compare and set the st...See More

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Angie I think it's unfortunate that the other teachers work in unfortunate districts. I have not experienced their issues.

I am fortunate enough tot work in a district that recognized we had to cut costs instead of expect teachers to take furlough days or even get rid of teachers. We were lucky enough to not have any staff cuts and we do not hav...See More

Oct 31, 2009

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I want a Union Well Angie- Bully for you! You are indeed lucky. Turnover rates and pay are far better in Union states- just look at the stats. SC is one of THE most backward, narrowly conservative states in the US of A's. And that's saying quite a lot!

Robert E. Lee

On 10/31/09, Angie wrote: > I think it's unfortunate that the other teachers...See More

Nov 6, 2009

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Beaufort County

by teachin in Ga

Oct 13, 2009

Hi, I teach in lovely savannah and live in Beaufort county, was wondering if anyone else does what its like, if its worth it to even try and get into one of the new schools for next year.

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Mt Pleasant, SC

by Debbie

Oct 14, 2009

What are the schools like in Mt. Pleasant? What is the area like as well?

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fiddlergirl It depends on what part of Mt P you will live in. There are three middle schools (two new and one is at the old high school for now- a new one is being built), one over grown high school(a very nice new high school). Most of the parents care about their child's education. Living in Mt P will cost you a pretty penny. You would be less than ten minu...See More

Nov 17, 2009

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Debbie Thanks...Hubby interviewed for next school year for Charleston County. Not sure where we will end up if it all. He is certified in Bio, Gen Science and currently working on Chemistry.

On 11/17/09, fiddlergirl wrote: > It depends on what part of Mt P you will live in. There are > three middle schools (two new and one is at the old hig...See More

Nov 19, 2009

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Romam Army Festival Nov. 14

by Rusty Myers

Nov 1, 2009

Castra Romana VIII

Roman Army Festival November 14, 2009

Givhans Ferry State Park

The Living Historians of the Sixth and Eleventh Imperial Legions of Rome, the Ludus Meridianus Gladiatores, and the Imperial Southern Provisional army, announce the Eighth annual Roman encampment and marketplace in South Carolina.

C...See MoreCastra Romana VIII

Roman Army Festival November 14, 2009

Givhans Ferry State Park

The Living Historians of the Sixth and Eleventh Imperial Legions of Rome, the Ludus Meridianus Gladiatores, and the Imperial Southern Provisional army, announce the Eighth annual Roman encampment and marketplace in South Carolina.

Castra Romana will be held November 14th at Givhans Ferry State Park, 746 Givhans Ferry Road, Ridgeville, South Carolina. Times are 10 am to 4 pm. Admission to the state park is $2 per person. There is no cost for the event itself, but a $5 donation for each family is recommended and used to offset the expense of the event.

The exhibits will include an authentic Roman Army camp, army drill demonstrations by authentically equipped Roman Legionaries and Centurions, legionary training exhibits, equipment and armor displays, gladius and pila demonstrations, Roman era artillery and engineers, and Roman Cavalry. It will also feature soldiers' life exhibits and descriptions, gladiatorial games in the "arena", Roman era pottery and civilian demonstrations, papyrus writing examples, Biblical museum displays, Military games and competitions including mock combat, army pay and ration issues, guard mount, and much more. Young children will be able to enlist in the “Kids Cohort” and train with a Roman shield and (plastic) sword and participate in the Kids cohort Pay ceremony.

Those wishing a more in depth experience can actually join the Roman Army for a weekend by contacting organizers in advance. They specifically invite any reporters, writers, or journalists to be embedded for the weekend as a soldier of Rome. Persons who “embed” will have the opportunity to wear the armor, learn the drills, and participate as a Roman Legionary. Slots are limited, so you must contact the group as soon as possible at [link removed].

Castra Romana presents an excellent opportunity for people of all ages to sample the history of the Roman World, which is in fact the beginning of western history. Attendees will see a modest re-creation of the army and empire that conquered the world. Striving to create a learning experience that involves all the senses, the Living Archeologists of Castra Romana extend an open invitation to schools, homeschool students, Scouting/adventure clubs, and educational institutions to attend. The Roman Army Festival will give the opportunity to see, smell, taste, and feel the history of an Empire that formed the bedrock of western society.

For more information on attending or to participate by embedding in the first professional army in history (or perhaps even as a Gladiator), contact Rusty Myers of Legio VI FFC, 104 Hunters Wood Drive, Summerville, SC (843).437.5587, or email [email removed]].

The Best time for the public to attend is Saturday, 14 November from 10 am to 4 pm.

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Wow

by Dan

Nov 10, 2009

I stumbled across this thread by accident. I couldn't stop reading!! I couldn't believe how illogical most posts were, and the grammatical and spelling errors committed by...teachers! Very sad. Good luck keeping that NB money though. That's the important thing, right.

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Ha ha!! On 11/11/09, sav teach wrote: > On 11/10/09, Dan wrote: >> I stumbled across this thread by accident. I couldn't stop >> reading!! I couldn't believe how illogical most posts >> were, and the grammatical and spelling errors committed >> by...teachers! Very sad. Good luck keeping that NB money >> though. That's the i...See More

Nov 11, 2009

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noshoes I am sorry you have such a poor opinion of SC. I love my job at a small, rural high school. Both of my children graduated from this school and are doing extremely well in college. I think it is very sad that you make such a generalizaton about the state of SC. There are a large number of talented, dedicated and highly qualified teachers throughout ...See More

Nov 12, 2009

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Changing Grades

by Theodore A. Jones

Nov 12, 2009

Has any SC teacher ever had school administrators make changes to the teacher's final grades?

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P S You better check your school district's policy, changes can be made to grades under certain circumstances.

On 11/15/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: > On 11/12/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >> On 11/12/09, Noshoes wrote: >>> No way! >>> On 11/12/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >>>> Has any SC teacher ever ha...See More

Nov 19, 2009

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Theodore A. Jones On 11/19/09, P S wrote: > You better check your school district's policy, changes can be made to > grades under certain circumstances. > > > On 11/15/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >> On 11/12/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >>> On 11/12/09, Noshoes wrote: >>>> No way! >>>> On 11/12/09, Theodore A. J...See MoreOn 11/19/09, P S wrote: > You better check your school district's policy, changes can be made to > grades under certain circumstances. > > > On 11/15/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >> On 11/12/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >>> On 11/12/09, Noshoes wrote: >>>> No way! >>>> On 11/12/09, Theodore A. Jones wrote: >>>>> Has any SC teacher ever had school administrators make >>>>> changes to the teacher's final grades? >>> Come on down to the SC Oconee County school district. Changing >>> final grades is standard practice with this outfit. You will >>> even get a letter from a district official bragging that they >>> have done it! >> UPDATE! UPDATE! UPDATE! UPDATE! UPDATE! SLED agents Elizabeth >> Corley, 803-609-2798, and Michael Prodan, 803-896-2389, of the >> South Carolina Law Enforcement Division's Behavioral Science Unit >> are investigating the admissions of T. Clifford Roberts and two >> named administrators of Seneca Senior high school Seneca, SC >> regarding the facts of changing students final grades. In SC it is a >> misdemeanor to change a student's final grades and send this false >> information to the South Carolina Dept. of Edu. and obtain a >> transcript. Further if the student were to have been a minor and >> involved in changing a final grade from failure to passing of a >> required academic course it may be possible that the school >> officials who have assisted this student might face the additional >> charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. In SC >> contributing to the delinquency of a minor is a felony offense. Andy >> Inabinet Oconee SC school board chairman is fully aware of this >> situation and may be reached at his office.

The Oconee SC school district has the policy of changing the grades of a student who slept in class all year then complained to the teacher about failing. The teacher refused to change the grade. This student then went to see a guidance counsellor and got the grade changed to passing. This is the policy of the Oconee SC school district. Never mind that it was an academic math course required for graduation. This is the way things are in the Oconee SC school district. What's your complaint?

Nov 19, 2009

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