CCU program works to recruit and keep teachers locally | WBTW.com

"According to the results from the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement’s (CERRA) Fall 2015 Supply and Demand Survey, the gap between teacher supply and teacher demand continues to widen."
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Why pinch pennies on Horry County schools now? | Editorials | myhorrynews.com

"I find it ironic that some members of the school board that approved a contract $35 million higher than the low bid have suddenly become penny-pinchers. "
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Green Sea Floyds girls basketball falters against Latta | The Sun News

"Just a day after taking down Lake View, the Green Sea Floyds girls basketball team couldn’t quite pull it out Wednesday as the Trojans fell to Latta 63-43 in a road game."
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Carolina Forest show choir promises more intimate showing of "Southern Nights" | Education | myhorrynews.com

"“More intimate” is how Kraig McBroom describes the upcoming performances of “Southern Nights.” The show is a fundraiser for the Carolina Forest High School ShowCase Show Choir so the 40 students involved can compete in Florida in April. The choir competes in New York with the “Broadway Bound” show and in Florida with the “Southern Nights” show alternating years."
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2016 Horry County Teacher of the Year semi-finalists revealed | The Sun News

"Horry County Schools released the list of the top 10 semi-finalists Wednesday, which will be narrowed to five candidates in March. Semi-finalists will be interviewed by a panel and asked to provide examples of student achievement, according to a news release from the district."
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High school roundup (Jan. 26, 2016) | The Sun News

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North Myrtle Beach girls overwhelm Lake City | The Sun News

"North Myrtle Beach is acknowledging the fact that it won’t win a region title. That doesn’t mean the Chiefs girls basketball team doesn’t have intentions of earning a playoff berth next month. If the latter is going to happen, wins like Tuesday’s over Lake City are absolutely crucial to that secondary, more realistic goal."
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Livingston leads North Myrtle Beach boys past Lake City | The Sun News

"When Josh Livingston reaches his scoring average of about 15 points per game, North Myrtle Beach has a chance to compete against the rest of the region. When he reaches that mark in each half, the Chiefs’ chances improve that much more. When he does that and then a little bit of everything else, Cameron Koehler’s team can look downright dominant."
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Residents express mixed reactions to First Floor plans at school board forum | Education | myhorrynews.com

"Responding to criticisms of taxpayer waste, Horry County school board members at a recent community meeting tried to set the record straight about why they awarded a school construction contract to the highest bidder. “We’re not into just throwing money at people, but I don’t want to build a lousy school,” school board chairman Joe DeFeo told residents at the monthly Carolina Forest Civic Association meeting Wednesday. "
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Horry County energy efficient schools still haven't received state approval | Education | myhorrynews.com

"When the Horry County School Board awarded contracts for the building of five new schools last November, it insisted a May 1, 2017 completion date was a top priority. But two months after those contracts were signed, it appears that may be a fleeting wish, at least for some schools."
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Prep notebook: Carolina Forest boys flourishing thanks to unselfish play | The Sun News

"Brian Brunson has been preaching unselfish basketball. Carolina Forest’s winning ways mean the players are doing something right. Their success distributing the ball to each other means they’ve taken their coaches’ words to heart."
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Horry County Board of Education votes to keep class sizes stable | The Sun News

"The Horry County Board of Education voted to keep class sizes stable Monday after several months of debate. The board unanimously approved a motion to remove the stipulation that the average class size will increase by two additional students as a result of paying for the Personalized Digital Learning initiative."
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SC lawmakers introduce bill to allow armed employees in schools - WMBFNews.com, Myrtle Beach/Florence SC, Weather

"A group of South Carolina lawmakers want to amend a South Carolina law to include the "School Protection Officer Act,” which would allow public schools and colleges to designate employees to serve as armed protection officers."
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Horry County Middle Schools receive first Apple Distinguished aw - WMBFNews.com, Myrtle Beach/Florence SC, Weather

" Horry County Middle Schools have been named as South Carolina’s first recipient of the Apple Distinguished Education Program award."
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School Board Chairman defends going over budget for new schools - WMBFNews.com, Myrtle Beach/Florence SC, Weather

"Wednesday night, Horry County School Board Chairman, Joe Defeo, met with parents and community members to discuss why the selection committee chose what appears to be the most expensive contractor to take on the project."
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Farrington’s creativity leads to GSFMS teacher of the year honor | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"Being a creative person is a gift, as is the ability to teach a child to be independently creative. Sara Farrington, who for the last four years has taught art and set design at Green Sea Floyds Middle School, has both of those gifts."
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Community members confused over new school costs | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News | WPDE

"Members of the Horry County school board spoke with the Carolina Forest community members tonight about new schools that will soon be built in Horry County. Joe Defeo, who is the chairman of the board, says many are confused why the cost to build the schools went up."
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Students will not be added to classroom size in Horry County to pay for technology | WBTW.com

"Monday, the Horry County School Board decided it would not add students to classroom to afford digital tablets for students, however the decision did not mean full distribution of the devices will happen."
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Horry County Schools seeking project managers for new schools | The Sun News

"Horry County Schools is still trying to decide whether to hire additional staff or an outside management firm to serve as project managers over the construction of five new schools."
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Horry County Board of Education awards contracts to renovate 2 schools | The Sun News

"Horry County Schools is just a few years away from five brand new schools and renovations to two current buildings. The Board of Education unanimously approved contracts to two local firms Monday for additions and renovations to Midland Elementary and North Myrtle Beach Middle schools. The total cost of the renovations – which includes new classrooms and a new kitchen – is about $18.5 million, according to Chief Financial Officer John Gardner."
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High school wrestling notebook: St. James again proving to be one of area’s best teams | The Sun News

"Year after year, St. James has been one of the most dominant wrestling teams in the area. This season has been no different."
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Myrtle Beach boys pull away in second half to beat North Myrtle Beach | The Sun News

"Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach traded runs early on and were neck-and-neck for the length of the first half Friday night."
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Horry County School Chairman explains why the board selected most expensive bidding architect | WBTW.com

"Wednesday, members of the Horry County School Board held a public forum in Carolina Forest to explain their reason for selecting the most expensive bidding architect to build its new schools."
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Carolina Forest High School graduate serves aboard USS Wyoming | Education | myhorrynews.com

"A 2011 Carolina Forest High School graduate and Myrtle Beach area native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of a crew working aboard the USS Wyoming, one of the world's most advanced ballistic missile submarines, USS Wyoming.
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SC education agency requests $480 million more for school districts | The Sun News

"South Carolina’s new schools chief is asking state lawmakers to spend $480 million more on public education next year, in part to increase aid to lower-performing districts."
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Carolina Forest locks up second at weekend meet, improves to 22-6 | Wrestling | myhorrynews.com

"Undefeated. That’s what Carolina Forest’s senior wrestler Christian Coppola is right now. Coppola has now won 30 straight wrestling matches and will be the heavy favorite in the upcoming region quad meet at Carolina Forest High School this week."
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Horry County Schools officials quell fears about new schools, over-budget building contracts | The Sun News

"About 22 Carolina Forest residents gathered to hear why the Horry County Board of Education awarded contracts to build five new schools to First Floor Energy Positive, a firm based out of Raleigh, N.C."
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St. James High nabs statewide award nomination second year in a row | The Sun News

"St. James High School has once again been nominated for a top statewide award that encourages innovative, effective educational programs."
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Lady Trojans open region with win over ranked Hemingway | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"The Lady Trojans of Green Sea-Floyds and coach Tracy Kienast opened the run of Region 8-A varsity basketball games on Tuesday night, Jan. 12 in the friendly confines of Trojantown hoping to improve on their already successful 8-3 record versus AA and AAA competition. Standing in their way was the currently ranked team in 1-A in the Lady Tigers of Hemingway. "
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Carolina Forest boys’ rally comes up short against Sumter | The Sun News

"Despite a torrid start to Region VI-AAAA play, Carolina Forest knew its pursuit of a league title would eventually put it nose-to-nose with defending state champion Sumter."
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High school roundup (Jan. 19, 2016) | The Sun News

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Drew plays lead role in Myrtle Beach swim team’s historic season | The Sun News

"“Our goal throughout the season was to win 200 freestyle relay and we did,” said Drew, who also placed third individually in the 100-yard freestyle and sixth in the 50-yard freestyle. “We were shooting for the medley relay, too, and we won both this year. It was also the first time I’d been on the podium by myself, so that was really cool, too.” As a team, the Seahawks finished sixth, their best performance in program history. Drew, Gallion said, played a key role in the team’s overall success."
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Pair of upsets highlight Horry/Georgetown County Championship wrestling tournament | The Sun News

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Carolina Forest boys sustain momentum with blowout of South Florence | The Sun News

"Most who saw that Carolina Forest defeated then-No. 2 West Florence on Tuesday appreciated the win. It’s also fair to say that most who have seen the Panthers over the years also awaited the seemingly expected clunker the next time out after a high-quality win."
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Horry County Schools spends $75,000 removing old TVs, expects long-term energy savings | Education | myhorrynews.com

"According to his estimates, the district will save anywhere between $120,000 and $180,000 per year in electricity bills. “We know that energy costs are going to increase in the coming years, and the sooner we get them out, the sooner we start saving money,” Sponseller said."
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Lady Trojans down Loris, Aynor | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"The Lady Trojans varsity basketball team upped its overall record to 8-3 last week by avenging an earlier loss to the 8-AA Lady Lions of cross-town rival Loris High School, 51-38, and doubling up in a win against the Lady Blue Jackets of Aynor with a 46-23 score."
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Conway drubs Socastee in Region VI-AAAA opener | The Sun News

"For Conway, the ability to force turnovers and get on the fast break created endless opportunities Tuesday night, as the Tigers buried Socastee 64-30 in the Region VI-AAAA opener for both teams."
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Carolina Forest wrestling sweeps opponents in region quad, places two athletes in state rankings | Wrestling | myhorrynews.com

"Coaches seldom like dwelling on team or individual rankings, though Carolina Forest wrestling coach Joshua Testa allowed himself some leeway to acknowledge, if only for a little bit, surprise that the Panthers still haven’t cracked the state’s Top 20."
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LHS 55 and up sports reunion set for Feb. 5 | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"Are you a former Loris High School basketball player or cheerleader? Are you 55 or older and have been reminiscing about the good old days of being with your team on the hardwood, or hearing the cheers from the crowd reverberate around the gymnasium?"
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Prep notebook: Area boys basketball teams poised to right ship in region play | The Sun News

"Entering the all-important region play this week, local programs Socastee, Georgetown, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, St. James, Aynor, Loris and Waccamaw each have a losing record.'
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Daisy Elementary names Phillips teacher of the year | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"Daisy Elementary School’s teacher of the year, Brandy Phillips, is a young, energetic, passionate educator with engaged students. Each knows their plans for the day and their responsibilities and each seems eager to learn."
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Horry County Schools special programs application deadline looming | The Sun News

"The deadline for Horry County students to enroll in special programs is fast approaching, and there are several opportunities to learn and apply this month."
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Clemson Receiver Hunter Renfrow is making Socastee Proud

"Before coming to Clemson, Renfrow was an option quarterback and a baseball player at Socastee High School. He excelled at both and had scholarship offers for each sport, but he took a chance on himself and now he has a chance to win a national championship."
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High school basketball weekly rewind (Jan. 9, 2016) | The Sun News

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Area schools put up fight but fall short as Marion wins inaugural Battle at the Beach wrestling event | The Sun News

"While the Marion wrestling team ran away with a win Saturday, St. James picked up some much-needed momentum heading into the thick of its Region VII-AAA schedule."
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High school roundup (Jan. 8, 2016) | The Sun News

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Horry County Schools selection committee split on choice of architecture firm for 5 new schools | The Sun News

"Horry County Schools finalized contracts to build five new schools in November, but a selection committee was split on who to hire for the multi-million dollar project."
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Horry County Council Member tries to make road safer for Carolina Forest High School | WBTW.com

"Horry County Council Member Johnny Vaught is trying to make the road in front of Carolina Forest High School safer for students."
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North Myrtle Beach wrestling takes down Georgetown | The Sun News

"The North Myrtle Beach wrestling team took down a shorthanded Georgetown Bulldogs squad, 63-6, in a dual meet Wednesday night."
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High School Scoreboard | Carolina Forest basketball teams perform well in holiday tournaments | Basketball | myhorrynews.com

"Carolina Forest finished the year above .500 after winning two of three games in the Carolina Invitational holiday tournament last week in Daniel Island."
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Clemson receiver Hunter Renfrow talks football, life at home in Socastee | The Sun News

"Clemson redshirt freshman Hunter Renfrow, a Socastee High School graduate, talks with a reporter during media day on Tuesday, Jan. 5."
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Green Sea Floyds Trojans Upchurch breaks school rushing record | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"Green Sea Floyds High School may be a small 1-A school surrounded by a number of larger schools, many of whom they compete with on the athletic fields year in and year out. For one Trojan football player this season he has proven that size doesn’t matter."
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Edwards, Sinclair named to USA Today’s all-state team | The Sun News

"While the book may have closed on their high school football careers, the accolades continue to roll in for Conway wide receiver Bryan Edwards and Myrtle Beach running back Brandon Sinclair."
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Lady Trojans heating up the hardcourt | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"The Lady Trojans 2015-16 varsity basketball team, under the direction of coach Tracy Kienast, has opened up the first six regular season games going 5-1 after going 1-2 in the pre-season Sand and Hoops Tournament that ran Nov. 23-24."
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Bellamy chosen LHS teacher of the year | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"It should come as no surprise to LHS FFA members, agri-science students and peers that Nathan “ Nate” Bellamy is tapped as “outstanding in his field” as teacher of the year at Loris High School."
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12-year-old sinks it in one! | Sports | myhorrynews.com

"Aynor Middle School student Braeden Barnett is quickly earning a reputation as one of the top young golfers in the area. The 12-year-old is a son of Bridget and Scott Barnett. He has been playing golf for about half of his life, and recently shot his first hole-in-one on the eighth hole at Shaftesbury Glen Golf and Fish Club."
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ATA names Cross Teacher of the Year | Loris | myhorrynews.com

"The Academy for Technology and Academics has since its early beginnings set high standards for both staff and students. To be chosen as the ATA school-level Teacher of the Year, with its advanced educational curriculum and career oriented programs, says a lot about the abilities of Londa Cross and the faith her peers have in her."
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Horry County Schools may spend $3M more on new schools | The Sun News

"Horry County Schools may spend up to $3 million more on the construction of five new area schools. The district may need to hire several more project managers to oversee the schools’ construction because facilities staff is overburdened by current construction projects, said Mark Wolfe, executive director of facilities."
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Horry County must keep close eye on school decisions | The Sun News

"I find it very difficult to understand why the Horry County School Board decided to award a contract to build five schools to the highest bidder, First Floor Energy Positive, based in N.C."
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