June 28, 2007 |
Richland One Students Named Junior ROTC Honor Cadets
Richland One and Lower Richland High School are proud to announce that three Junior ROTC cadets from Lower Richland High have been named honor cadets. More>> |
June 28, 2007 |
SUPERINTENDENT FEATURED ON ROTV TALK SHOW
Richland One Superintendent Dr. Allen Coles is the guest on the current edition of Perspectives, an award-winning talk show broadcast on Richland One TV (Time Warner Cable channel 12). The show is hosted by Karen York, director of communications for Richland One. More>> |
June 28, 2007 |
Richland One Schools and Offices Closed for Independence Day
All Richland One schools will be closed July 2-6 in honor of Independence Day.
However, the district’s administrative offices will be closed for two days, Wednesday, July 4 and Friday, July 6. More>> |
June 20, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE AWARDED $1 MILLION GRANT
U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings announced that Richland One has been awarded nearly $1 million in federal grant funds to improve the quality of American history education. More>> |
June 20, 2007 |
Richland One Parents Can Apply Early for 2007-08 School Lunch Program
Richland One parents whose children are eligible to receive school meals for free or at reduced costs can apply for the program this summer rather than waiting till school starts this fall. Staff from the district’s Student Nutrition Services Office will be at designated sites throughout the district to assist parents in completing the 2007-08 meal applications. More>> |
June 14, 2007 |
Richland One Students Win Various Awards
Richland One congratulates its students who have excelled in the arts, academics and that all important life skill, perseverance. More>> |
June 13, 2007 |
Demolition of Dreher High School Begins
A new chapter is being written in the history of Dreher High School, one of the district’s oldest schools. Demolition crews began knocking down the old Dreher High School on Monday, June 11, 2007. More>> |
June 13, 2007 |
World Champion Richland One Team Honored at the State House
Being world champions has its perks, privileges and just rewards. On Wednesday, June 6 the Busy Bodies, the team of Lewis Greenview Elementary students who won first place in the World Finals of the Odyssey of the Mind competition, got the VIP treatment at the State House, including a tour, standing ovation from legislators and a framed legislative resolution recognizing their achievement. More>> |
June 7, 2007 |
Richland One Students Win Big at National Math Competition
South Carolina’s All-State Math team, which is coached by A.C. Flora High School teacher Patrick Rybarczyk, won the American Regions Math League national championship held June 2 at Penn State University. More>> |
June 6, 2007 |
Schedule Changes for Home Construction by Richland One Middle College Students
There’s been a slight change in the construction schedule for Richland One Middle College students to build a home for a needy family. Construction will begin Monday, June 11 following a brief groundbreaking ceremony at the construction site. The time of the groundbreaking ceremony will be announced later. More>> |
June 1 , 2007 |
Richland One Announces Summer Work Schedule
From June 4-August 3, all Richland One schools and administrative offices will be open from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. All buildings will be closed on Fridays. More>> |
June 1 , 2007 |
Challenger Learning Center Offers Students a Summer of Space Exploration and Fun
Richland One’s Challenger Learning Center is looking for students with an adventurous spirit, a love of science and a desire to have a lot of fun while learning. This summer the center will be hosting space, science and engineering camps. Students will learn about virtual flight simulation, building rockets and wind tunnels and much, much more. More>> |
June 1 , 2007 |
Richland One School Wins First Place in Odyssey of the Mind World Finals
Quick thinking, creativity and the ability to thrive under pressure helped Lewis Greenview Elementary students win first place in Division I of the World Finals of the Odyssey of the Mind competition held May 23-26 in East Lansing, Michigan. More>> |
May 31, 2007 |
142 Richland One Students Selected as SC Junior Scholars
The South Carolina Department of Education has named 142 Richland One eighth-graders to its list of 2007 South Carolina Junior Scholars. These academically talented students were chosen because they scored 50 or higher on the PSAT in the verbal, math or writing sections. Students who participated in Duke University’s Talent Identification Program during their 7th-grade year were also eligible for this honor. More>> |
May 31, 2007 |
Richland One Seventh-Graders Recognized by Duke University
Thirty Richland One seventh-grade students have been recognized for outstanding performance on the ACT or SAT in the 2007 Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP). They are among the top scorers in South Carolina and were officially recognized in a state ceremony held May 29 at Furman University in Greenville. More> |
May 31, 2007 |
Richland One Announces Middle School Scholars
Richland One congratulates the 208 students who have been named the district’s 2007 Middle School Scholars. This award of academic excellence is bestowed upon middle school students taking the more rigorous and challenging courses in the Advanced Academic Program (AAP). More>> |
May 30, 2007 |
DISTRICT GRADUATES EARN $40 MILLION+ IN SCHOLARSHIPS, FINANCIAL AID
Richland One is proud to announce that this year’s graduates have received more than $40 million in scholarship offers and other financial assistance, the highest total in the district’s history and a 26 percent increase over 2006. More>> |
May 29, 2007 |
Richland One Teachers Garner National Honors
Richland One congratulates its teachers and students who are excelling in the sciences and receiving national acclaim for their achievements. More>> |
May 26, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE STUDENTS TO EXPLORE AFRICA
Fifteen Richland One middle-school students will have quite a response when their classmates ask them in August - "What did you do this summer?"
In June, the adventurous group of young explorers will travel to Morocco and Ghana as part of the 2007 Richland One Student Experience to Africa (ROSETA) program. The group will depart from Columbia on June 12 and return home on June 26. More>> |
May 21, 2007 |
Upcoming Events at Richland One Schools
Although the school year is coming to a close, there’s still a lot going on at Richland One schools. The community is invited to get involved, support our students and most importantly….have a little fun while doing it. More>> |
May 18, 2007 |
LR NAMES NEW BOYS’ BASKETBALL COACH
Ezekiel "Zeke" Washington has been named the new head boys’ basketball coach at Lower Richland High School. More>> |
May 17, 2007 |
Richland One Announces Science Fair Winners
Richland One congratulates its students who were winners in the recent Central South Carolina 51st Annual Region II Science and Engineering Fair sponsored by the University of South Carolina (USC). More>> |
May 14, 2007 |
C.A. Johnson Senior Wins Stevenson Music Scholarship
Johnnie Grant, a senior at C.A. Johnson Preparatory Academy, is the recipient of the 2007 Dr. John R. Stevenson Music Scholarship. More>> |
May 8, 2007 |
Richland One to Host Free Workshop for Child-Care Providers
Time is running out to register for a free child-care workshop which will be held on Saturday, May 19. Richland One’s Parent and Family Services Office invites child-care providers to attend classes on understanding children and their stages of development and behavior. More>> |
May 8, 2007 |
Middle School Summer Technology Camp
Instructional Technology Services is pleased to announce that registration is open for the third annual Middle School Summer Technology Camp for Richland One students who are completing grade 6, 7, or 8. The sessions will be held from June 18 - June 28 (Monday through Thursday both weeks) at Olympia Learning Center from 9:00 - 1:00 each day. More>> |
May 7, 2007 |
LR LADY DIAMONDS HONORED AT STATE HOUSE
Rep. Joe Neal and Rep. Jimmy Bales, both members of the Richland County Legislative Delegation, presented a special House resolution May 2 to the state championship-winning girls basketball team from Lower Richland High. More>> |
May 4, 2007 |
Casting Call for Last Concert in the Keenan Theatre
The Keenan High School Theatre is full of memories of great performances, pre-show jitters and proud moments for thousands of students, parents and faculty. More>> |
May 3, 2007 |
Richland One Announces 2007 Graduation Schedule
It’s that time of year again. Proud parents and excited seniors are looking forward to high school graduation. More>> |
May 2, 2007 |
Student Nutrition Services Receives Award
Student Nutrition Services received an award for outstanding customer services to the Parent & Student Success (PASS) Project. More>> |
May 2, 2007 |
Heyward Technology Students To Receive Automotive Training Award
The Automotive Collision Repair Program at Heyward Career and Technology Center continues to push its students to excel. On Friday, May 4, at 1:00 p.m., 52 Heyward students will receive the prestigious Gold Points Award from the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair or (I-CAR). More>> |
May 1 ,2007 |
Webber Elementary to Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary
Webber Elementary invites its alumni, students, parents and the community to join them for an once-in-a-lifetime celebration that honors the 100-year anniversary of the school. Three major centennial events are being planned. All events will be held at Webber which is located at 140 Webber School Road in Eastover. More>> |
April 21, 2007 |
Columbia High School Technology Students Excel
Richland One congratulates Columbia High School’s Career and Technology Education (CATE) students who recently participated in several state and national competitions. More>> |
April 21, 2007 |
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE HONORED FOR PR EXCELLENCE
The Richland One Office of Communications has received nine awards and honorable mentions from the S.C. Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association. More>> |
April 21, 2007 |
Richland One Staff and Students Excel in Teaching and Music
Richland One students and staff continue to explore new teaching methods and win awards for outstanding achievements. A few of their accomplishments are listed below. More>> |
April 21, 2007 |
Richland One Students Win Variety of Awards
Richland One congratulates the following students for their outstanding achievements in local and regional competitions. More>> |
April 21, 2007 |
Keenan High’s Robotics Team Making an Impact
The Robo-Raiders, Keenan High School’s robotics team, are using their sharp engineering skills to make a major impact throughout the state. More>> |
April 19, 2007 |
Richland One Students Excel in Service and Citizenship
Richland One congratulates its outstanding students who demonstrate community service, leadership and outstanding character. More>> |
April 19, 2007 |
NFL Players to Visit W.A. Perry Middle School
Professional football players Derrick Burgess, Correll Buckhalter and Tim Strickland…on the gridiron these athletes are imposing, but while in the classroom, they hope to inspire and excite students to build positive futures. More>> |
April 18, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE FEATURED IN NATIONAL PUBLICATION
Richland One is one of only two districts across the country featured in a national publication recognizing outstanding school health and wellness programs. More>> |
April 15, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE TO HONOR OUTSTANDING HIGH-SCHOOL SENIORS
"In Celebration of Excellence" is the theme for a special event tomorrow evening that will honor some of Richland One’s most outstanding students. More>> |
April 6, 2007 |
Richland One Announces Volunteers of the Year
Richland One congratulates the winners of the district’s 2007 Volunteer of the Year awards. The honorees were announced at the district’s 28th Annual Volunteer Recognition Breakfast on March 29 at Seawell’s. More>> |
April 6, 2007 |
Richland One Students, Staff Earn Top Honors
Richland One proudly salutes its teachers, students and programs that continue to garner national and statewide honors. More>> |
April 6, 2007 |
Positions Available for the Title I Enrichment Program and Camp Invention
WHO: Kindergarten through 5th Grade Teachers and Instructional Assistants, Substitute Teachers, Secretaries, Nurses More>> |
April 6, 2007 |
Richland One School Wins State Odyssey of the Mind Competition
Students from Lewis Greenview Elementary will represent South Carolina in the World Finals of the Odyssey of the Mind Competition to be held in Lansing, Michigan in May. Three teams of students from Lewis Greenview took first-place awards in the state championship on March 10. Those wins qualified them to go to the finals where they will compete with hundreds of teams from around the world. Other teams from Lewis Greenview also placed in the state competition. More>> |
April 6, 2007 |
Richland One Seeks Community Input on Revisions to District Discipline Code
Richland One is in the process of revising its student discipline code. The district is seeking feedback from the community about the proposed changes and updates. Community input sessions are scheduled for April 17, April 24 and April 26 at various schools throughout the district. More>>
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April 4, 2007 |
15 Richland One Students Selected as National Merit and National Achievement Finalists
This year Richland One has 13 National Merit Scholarship finalists and two National Achievement Scholarship finalists. They will be formally recognized at the April 5 meeting of the Richland One Board of School Commissioners. More>> |
April 4, 2007 |
Schools in the CA Johnson Neighborhood Open their Doors to the Community
Five neighboring Richland One schools - Carver-Lyon Elementary, Watkins-Nance Elementary, W.A. Perry Middle School, C.A. Johnson Preparatory Academy and the Challenger Learning Center - are referred to as the Johnson Cluster. More>> |
March 30, 2007 |
Richland One Students Win Top Awards
Richland One students continue to excel in many areas from academics to drama to community service. Please join our district in congratulating the following students and schools for outstanding achievements. More>> |
March 30, 2007 |
Richland One Seeking Sites to Host Free Summer Lunch Program for Children
Again this summer, Richland One will provide free lunches to any children who need them. In order to serve as many children as possible, the district is seeking sites throughout the community where children can go to get a meal from May 29 through August 10. More>> |
March 29, 2007 |
Richland One Schools to Compete in Robotics Competition
Imagine this - cheering fans on the edges of their seats, teams pushing their skills to the limit and fast-paced action in the center court performed by - robots. Well, it’s not your imagination. You’ve just entered the high-stakes, competitive action of the FIRST Robotics Competition. More>> |
March 29, 2007 |
National Anthem Project: Restoring America’s Voice
On Friday, March 30 at 9:50 a.m. students in every Richland One school are scheduled to stand and sing the National Anthem as the finale event for Arts Advantage, the district’s month-long celebration of the arts. More>> |
March 29, 2007 |
Jeanna Hoffman Science Fair: You’ve got to see it to believe it!
Imagine this: A science fair where your teacher lies on a bed of nails, students get to make gooey slime, a USC biologist brings in Madagascar hissing cockroaches and you get a visit from Rex Smith, the Way Cool Science Guy. More>> |
March 27, 2007 |
Richland One Employees Win Top State Honors
Richland One congratulates three of its employees for providing outstanding service and leadership to its students and community. More>> |
March 24, 2007 |
Rex to Speak in Richland One
Richland One's Governmental Relations Committee will host State Superintendent of Education Dr. Jim Rex at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 29 in the Olympia auditorium, 621 Bluff Road. More>> |
March 24, 2007 |
Heyward To Host Fashion Show
Heyward Career and Technology Center invites the community to enjoy an evening of fun and style at The Bold and Beautiful fashion show. More>> |
March 24, 2007 |
Keenan Celebrates Women with Theater Production
Keenan High School celebrates women, their issues and contributions to society during a production of Dear Diary on Thursday, March 29 at the Keenan Theatre. More>> |
March 24, 2007 |
Procurement Staff to Present Program on Doing Business With Richland One
Richland One Procurement and Warehouse Services will be participating in the March 28 OSWMBE Trade Fair to be held at the Columbia Conference Center, 169 Laurelhurst Avenue, Columbia. More>> |
March 12, 2007 |
C.A, JOHNSON PREPARATORY ACADEMY PARTICIPATES IN THE 20TH ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY TELECONFERENCE
Twenty-six (26) CAJPA seniors with their teachers (Ms. Naylene Richardson and Ms. Catherine Smalls) and administrator (Dr. A. Palmer) attended the 20th annual Black History Teleconference at Benedict College on Wednesday, February 14, 2007. More>> |
March 12, 2007 |
Russian Teachers Visiting Richland One Schools
Seven Russian teachers and a principal from schools in Kaluga, Russia are visiting Richland One high schools this week. Their visit is in conjunction with an international educational project called Deliberating in Democracy. More>> |
March 12, 2007 |
Richland One recruiting A+ teachers
Richland School District One is seeking teachers who are confident in their skills to move students academically and socially, who want to make a difference in the lives of young people and who seek a challenge. More>> |
March 12, 2007 |
Richland One’s ‘Arts Advantage 2007’: Schedule of Events
There’s something for everyone at Richland One’s "Arts Advantage 2007" extravaganza. This month-long celebration of the arts and its contributions to education include a children’s opera, Shakespeare’s classics, old favorites like Peter Pan and African drum and dance performances. More>> |
March 12, 2007 |
A.C. Flora to Host Meeting for Parents of Minority Students
Parents want to give their children the best advice they can about preparing for the future and understanding the importance of educational opportunities. But for many parents, it may have been 10 or 20 years since they’ve been in high school and a lot’s changed since then. More>> |
March 7, 2007 |
HARLEM WIZARDS TO PLAY FUND-RAISER AT LR
If you’re looking for something fun to do that the whole family can enjoy, plan to be at Lower Richland High School on Friday, March 30. More>> |
March 5, 2007 |
Richland One School to Present "Dancing with the Teachers"
High school teachers-yeah, we know they can handle algebra, English and biology, but the real question is "can they dance?" On March 16 Dreher High School will be doing its own live rendition of the hit TV shows "Dancing with the Stars" and "So You Think You Can Dance." More>> |
March 5, 2007 |
DISTRICT TO HOLD MEETING ON C.A. JOHNSON RENOVATIONS
The Richland One Office of Facility Services will hold a community meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 6 in the cafeteria at C.A. Johnson Preparatory Academy, 2219 Barhamville Road. More>> |
March 5, 2007 |
CRAYTON TEACHER TO TRAVEL TO ROMANIA
Nancy Pierce Little, a sixth-grade world history teacher at Crayton Middle School, has been selected to participate in the National Council on Economic Education (NCEE) Study Tour on Economic Education in Romania in March. More>> |
March 5, 2007 |
GIBBES DEDICATION CEREMONY TO BE HELD MARCH 18
In November of 2002, Richland One voters went to the polls and resoundingly approved a historic $381 million bond issue. That money was earmarked to renovate 12 middle and high schools, build four new schools and upgrade the district’s three stadiums. More>> |
March 5, 2007 |
COLUMBIA HIGH INVITES ‘SENIORS’ TO PROM
It’s been a while since the "seniors" at this prom have been in high school, but that doesn’t mean they have to miss out on all the fun the youngsters are having. More>> |
March 1, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE ACCEPTING HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS
Richland School District One is accepting nominations for its 2007 Hall of Fame induction class. The Richland One Hall of Fame was created to pay tribute to distinguished alumni and other persons who have made significant contributions to the district, their communities, their professions and society as a whole. More>> |
March 2, 2007 |
Richland One Schools to Celebrate Read Across America
You know them-the Cat in the Hat, the Brown Cow, Horton, the Grinch. We all have our favorite characters from the books of Dr. Seuss. The works of the beloved author continue to inspire generations of children to read. More>> |
February 26, 2007 |
Richland One Teacher of the Year Finalist for State Title
Richland One congratulates Crayton Middle School science teacher Ilona Sunday on her selection as one of five finalists for South Carolina's 2007-08 Teacher of the Year. Crayton Principal Susan Childs will formally announce Ms. Sunday’s selection to the school faculty at a meeting in the cafeteria at 3:45 p.m. today. You can expect lots of cheers, smiles and maybe even a few tears from very proud colleagues and friends. More>> |
February 26, 2007 |
Richland One to Present Arts Advantage 2007
March will be a month of feasts for art lovers in Richland One. Every week hundreds of student performers will be displaying their talents in jazz, ballet, classical music, opera, the theatre or some other art form. More>> |
February 26, 2007 |
A.C. FLORA MATH TEAM WINS BIG AT COMPETITION
The A.C. Flora Math Team competed in the 30th Annual College of Charleston Math Meet on February 24 and brought home several top honors. More>> |
February 26, 2007 |
C.A. JOHNSON TO HONOR NEW HEAD FOOTBALL COACH
C.A. Johnson Preparatory Academy has a new head football coach and the school is inviting the community to meet him. More>> |
February 20, 2007 |
Richland One Teacher to Make Two-day Appearance on NBC’s ‘Deal or No Deal’
It’s must-see TV! Richland One teacher Ishmael Brown will make a two-day appearance on NBC’s popular game show "Deal or No Deal" on Wednesday, February 21at 9:00 p.m. and Monday, February 26 at 8:00 p.m. More>>
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February 16, 2007 |
Richland One Schools Closed Monday
Monday, February 19 is a student holiday in Richland One. Teachers will be participating in a variety of professional development activities. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 20. More>> |
February 16, 2007 |
Richland One to Hold Parenting Workshop
Richland One is hosting "Back to the Basics of Parenting," a free one-day workshop for parents and students in the district’s Title I programs. The event will be held Saturday, February 24, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the ML Smith Community Development Center, 5213 Farrow Road. More>> |
February 16, 2007 |
Keenan High School to Sponsor Workshops for Parents and Teens
Which is tougher these days: being a teenager or being the parent of a teenager? Both groups face challenges and changes almost on a daily basis. In an effort to help its parents and teens navigate those years of transition with more confidence, Keenan High School will be offering three new programs later this month: "Active Parenting of Teens," "Smart Girls" and "Passport to Manhood." More>> |
February 16, 2007 |
Richland One Schools: Upcoming Black History Month Events
Richland One schools will continue their celebrations of Black History Month through art, theater, dance and some rather untraditional ways as well. Details of upcoming events are listed below. More>> |
February 13, 2007 |
FOUNDATION ACCEPTING
APPLICATIONS FOR 2007 STEVENSON MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Richland One’s Partners In Education Foundation is accepting applications for the 2007 Dr. John R. Stevenson Music Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Richland One high-school senior who plans to pursue post-secondary study in music. More>> |
February 13, 2007 |
FACILITIES NAMING COMMITTEE SEEKS INPUT
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has appointed a committee to study a request to name the Hopkins Middle School auditorium the U.R. Barber Auditorium. More>> |
February 12, 2007 |
‘EXPERIENCE IN RHYTHM’
The high-energy, crowd-pleasing Logan Leopard Steel Band from Logan Elementary School will share the stage with professional performing groups this week. More>> |
February 12, 2007 |
‘Milk in Motion’ comes to Richland One school
An unlikely pair of health enthusiasts - a local beauty queen and a dancing "cow" - will team up at A.C. Moore Elementary at 9:20 a.m. Friday, February 16 to encourage students to make healthy food choices. More>> |
February 6, 2007 |
BOARD CHAIRWOMAN ANNOUNCES SUBCOMMITTEES
Richland One school board Chairwoman Wendy Brawley has announced the appointment of three board subcommittees formed to foster better working relationships with local governmental officials on education-related issues. More>> |
February 9, 2007 |
"Powerful Classrooms: Approaches to Ignite Learning"
The Richland One Office of Professional Development invites all core content classroom teachers, and instructional support administrators to a Classroom Teachers' Conference on Monday, February 19th from 7:30 - 3:30. More>> |
February 9, 2007 |
Dreher Students To Say Good-bye to Their Theater
Before the Dreher High School theater is demolished this summer, students are giving it a theatrical tribute and send-off like you’ve never seen before! More>> |
February 9, 2007 |
Procurement Services to hold Auction
Procurement Services is having an public auction on Thursday March 1st. at 11 a.m. at Hopkins Middle School to auction off portable classrooms.Viewing will start at 8:30 a.m. the same day. More>> |
February 5, 2007 |
DREHER STUDENTS TO TAKE ON ‘CHALLENGE’
Fifty freshmen from Dreher High School will participate in an award-winning national youth initiative that Oprah Winfrey says 'could change the world.' More>> |
February 2, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE OUTLINES SEVERE WEATHER PROCEDURES
Inevitably during the school year, there will be times that severe weather may prompt a late start, early dismissal or cancellation of school. More>> |
January 28, 2007 |
A.J. Lewis Greenview Elementary School To Hold Conference
The A.J. Lewis Greenview School Improvement Council will hold a male conference entitled "Men Standing Up, Stepping Out, and Making A Difference Where It Counts". More>> |
January 26, 2007 |
STUDENTS TO PERFORM IN ‘PETER PAN’
Fourth-graders at Meadowfield Elementary School and The Baillie Players, a professional theater company, will present "Practically Peter Pan" on Monday, January 29. Shows will be held at 1 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. More>> |
January 26, 2007 |
Richland One schools to observe Black History Month
Several Richland One schools are planning special programs and activities for February in observance of Black History Month, which is set aside as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions made to our nation by men and women of African descent. More>> |
January 23, 2007 |
RICHLAND ONE TO REWARD TEACHERS FOR RESULTS
Teachers whose students make significant achievement gains during the school year can cash in under a plan being implemented in Richland One. More>> |
January 23, 2007 |
Four-Year-Old Program Early Registration!!
Parents of Pre-School Children who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2007 are encouraged to register their children for the 2007-2008 school year. More>> |
January 23, 2007 |
Career Quest To Be Held On February 13
On February 13, Richland One’s Career Quest program will offer 2,000 eighth-graders the opportunity to talk face-to-face with SLED agents, police officers, manufacturers, bankers, health care employees and hundreds of other workers. More>> |
January 12, 2007 |
MORE RICHLAND ONE TEACHERS NATIONALLY CERTIFIED
Thirty-two Richland One teachers learned this week that they have earned National Board Certification, the highest credential available in the teaching profession. More>> |
January 12, 2007 |
FORD HONORED FOR SCHOOL BOARD SERVICE
Vince Ford, a member of the Richland One Board of School Commissioners, has been honored by the S.C. School Boards Association for 15 years of service. More>> |
January 12, 2007 |
ACHIEVEMENT GAINS PAY OFF FOR DISTRICT SCHOOLS
Four Richland One schools are among more than 300 public schools statewide that have earned cash awards for making dramatic improvements in student academic performance from 2005 to 2006. More>> |
January 10, 2007 |
TEACHER TO APPEAR ON NBC’s ‘DEAL OR NO DEAL’
Richland One teacher Ishmael Brown Jr. is flying out to Los Angeles next week and he could be a millionaire when he gets back to Columbia. More>> |
January 3, 2007 |
Crayton Team Wins AMC8 Competition
The Crayton Middle School team placed first in South Carolina on the American Mathematics Contest 8 (AMC8). More>> |
December 19, 2006 |
Richland One Holiday Schedule
Richland One schools and administrative offices will be closed for the winter holidays December 20, 2006 - January 2, 2007. More>> |
December 18, 2006 |
Dreher Choral Students Receive Honors
Richland One congratulates the Dreher High School Choral Music Program for successfully auditioning and placing students in both the American Choral Directors Association Honors Choir and the Music Educators All-State Choir for the 2006-07 school year. More>> |
December 18, 2006 |
United Way Gets Boost From Dreher High
Students at Dreher High reached into their pockets and encouraged others to do the same to contribute funds to help the United Way of the Midlands serve children and families in need in our community. More>> |
December 18, 2006 |
Hand Student Chosen For National Youth Choir
Maxfield "Max" Sinclair Edwards of Hand Middle School will perform March 7-10, 2007 in Miami in the American Choral Directors Association Youth Choir, considered the most prestigious youth choir in America. More>> |
December 18, 2006 |
Richland One Educator Travels To Russia
A team of South Carolina economics educators, including two representatives from Columbia, recently got a first-hand look at Russia’s post-Soviet economy and the country’s economic education system via a reciprocal study tour to St. Petersburg, Russia. More>> |
December 13, 2006 |
Richland One To Rededicate Lower Richland High School
In November of 2002, Richland One voters went to the polls and resoundingly approved a historic $381 million bond issue. That money was earmarked to renovate 12 middle and high schools, build four new schools and upgrade the district’s three stadiums. More>> |
December 12, 2006 |
Forest Heights Elementary to Donate Christmas Gifts to Sick Children in the Hospital
There’s been a change in the location of the Forest Heights Elementary Christmas program for patients at the Children’s Hospital at Palmetto Richland. More>> |
December 7, 2006 |
Richland One School Wins State Mock Trial Competition
The Mock Trial Team at Hand Middle School is definitely a group of legal eagles! The team won the 2006 State Middle School Mock Trial Competition on December 2, beating out schools from Florence, Charleston, North Myrtle Beach and Greenville. More> |
December 7, 2006 |
Richland One Students Selected to Represent City of Columbia at National Conference
Keenan High School sophomores Charles West, Jr. and Jordan Watson have been selected to represent their school and the youth of the City of Columbia at the National League of Cities Conference which begins on December 5 in Reno, Nevada. More>> |
December 1, 2006 |
SCHOOLS TAKE TOP SPOTS IN MOCK TRIAL COMPETITION
Budding lawyers from two Richland One schools qualified to advance to the state Middle School Mock Trial Competition this Saturday after taking the top spots in the regional event. More>> |
November 27, 2006 |
Four Richland One Schools Placed on Lockdown
Late this morning, four Richland One schools were placed on lockdown amid law enforcement reports that a person believed to have committed a crime was in the area. The affected schools were C.A. Johnson Preparatory Academy, Carver-Lyon Elementary, W.A. Perry Middle and Watkins-Nance Elementary. More>> |
November 21, 2006 |
Richland One to Recruit Teachers "Home for the Holidays"
Certified teachers coming home to the Columbia area for the Winter Holidays may want to slip their resumes into their luggage. During the holidays, Richland One will be interviewing prospective teachers to fill current positions as well as vacancies for the 2007-2008 school year. More>> |
November 21, 2006 |
Richland One Holiday/Entertainment Events |
November 21, 2006 |
Richland One Swears In School Board Members
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners held a reception and swearing-in ceremony for newly elected and re-elected board members prior to the November 14 meeting at the Stevenson Administration Building. More>> |
November 15, 2006 |
Parent and Family Services to Hold Parent Workshop
Richland One Parent and Family Services will hold a parent workshop titled "Anger Management on November 17 & 18, 2006 at the Heyward Career Center, 3569 Lynhaven Drive. More>> |
November 15, 2006 |
PIE accepting teacher grant applications
The Partners In Education Foundation is accepting applications for its Classroom Innovation Teacher Grants. More>> |
November 15, 2006 |
Statement from the Board of School Commissioners
A statement from the Richland One Board of School Commissioners regarding their evaluation of the superintendent. More>> |
November 6, 2006 |
American Education Week
The year's 85th annual American Education Week - November 12 - 18, 2006 - presents all Americans with an opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education. More>> |
November 6, 2006 |
Richland One to Dedicate New Crayton Middle School
Richland One wil dedicate the new Crayton Middle School during a special ceremony at 4 p.m. Sunday, November 19 at the school, located at 5000 Clemson Avenue. More>> |
November 2, 2006 |
Richland One Schools To Hold Special Events, Performances |
October 27 , 2006 |
Richland One Schools to Celebrate Halloween & Learning
Richland One schools are celebrating Halloween in their own unique styles. You’re more likely to see students dressed as their favorite storybook character, rather than ghosts and goblins. Here’s how the lineup looks so far for Friday, October 27 and Halloween Day. More>> |
October 24 , 2006 |
Scorpions vs. the Eagles in the Richland One Middle School Football Championship Game
The mighty Scorpions of Southeast Middle School take on the awesome Hopkins Middle School Eagles in the annual Richland One middle school football championship game on Wednesday, October 25, at 6:00 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. More>> |
October 20 , 2006 |
Richland One School to Make Science Sizzle for Parents and Students
Who can forget those days in middle school science lab: dissecting animals and doing experiments with dry ice? Southeast Middle School is trying to overcome parents’, and ultimately their children’s, timidity with science by making it a fun family event. On Saturday, October 21, from 10 a.m. - 12:00 noon, Southeast is sponsoring a Sizzling Science Saturday for parents and students. More>> |
October 18 , 2006 |
Richland One Hall of Fame Gala to be held Nov. 2
Five Richland One graduates who have distinguished themselves at the local, state and national levels in the fields of education, military service, coaching and music will be inducted into the Richland One Hall of Fame in November. More>> |
October 18 , 2006 |
Richland One Students to Help Renovate Outreach Center and much more!
This week students from the Richland One Middle College (ROMC) will put aside their books and laptops and roll up their sleeves to paint walls and pull up carpet in a building being converted into a community outreach center by Reid Chapel AME Church. More>> |
October 18 , 2006 |
Richland One After-School Programs Receive Statewide Award
Richland One’s after-school programs have something for everyone: care for the children of working parents, tutors for struggling students, academic assistance programs for athletes, cultural enrichment at non-traditional sites such as the Riverbanks Zoo, and much, much more. More>> |
October 17 , 2006 |
Motorists urged to be alert for students walking to and from school bus
stops
The State Department of Education is joining school bus industry officials nationwide to highlight the importance of school bus safety awareness and education. More>> |
October 17 , 2006 |
RICHLAND ONE TO DEDICATE FOUR SCHOOLS
In November of 2002, Richland One voters went to the polls and resoundingly approved a historic $381 million bond issue. That money was earmarked to renovate 12 middle and high schools, build four new schools and upgrade the district’s three stadiums. More>> |
October 16 , 2006 |
FIRST-GRADER WINS FIRE PREVENTION WEEK ART CONTEST
Richland One congratulates Caroline Amrol, a first-grader at Brockman Elementary School, who won first place in the National Fire Prevention Week Art Contest sponsored by the district’s Visual and Performing Arts Department and the Columbia Fire Department. More>> |
October 10 , 2006 |
Hundreds of Richland One Students to Walk In Support of Diabetic Classmate
Stephen Owens, a fifth-grade student at South Kilbourne Elementary, has diabetes. So do a few of the school’s teachers. In an effort to find a cure for their medical condition, hundreds of students, teachers and parents will hold a diabetes walk and parade Wednesday, October 11 at 8:30 a.m. at South Kilbourne. Money raised by the walkers will be given to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation on Stephen’s behalf. More>> |
October 9 , 2006 |
Afterschool Programs In Spotlight
On October 12, Richland One and the SC Afterschool Alliance will celebrate the contributions of the district’s after-school programs More>> |
October 3 , 2006 |
Richland One School Celebrates Walk-to-School Day
On October 4, Forest Heights Elementary students, their parents and teachers will lace up their high tops, pull on their sneakers and start walking in celebration of International Walk-to-School Day. At 6:50 a.m., walkers will meet at Emmanuel Church, 1723 Blue Ridge Terrace, and then make the quarter-mile hike to the school. Forest Heights is located at 2500 Blue Ridge Terrace. More>> |
October 3 , 2006 |
Keenan Renaming Committee to Meet
The Ad Hoc Committee on Naming Facilities will hold its second meeting to consider a request from the Booker T. Washington Foundation to rename the new Keenan High School at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 4 in Room 206 of the Stevenson Administration Building, 1616 Richland Street. More>> |
October 2, 2006 |
Photo Contest Kicks Off Visual Literacy Festival
Richland One's Visual Literacy Festival is a collection of six individual contests designed to showcase the creative talents of students and faculty in Richland One.All entries must be related to a standard's based instructionallesson or activity and entries may be submitted as either individual or joint entries. The first of these contests is photography. More>> |
September 29, 2006 |
Flora Students to Perform Ballet Tonight at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of enchantment, grace and beauty as the Dance Department of A.C. Flora High School presents two performances of the ballet The Buried Moon on September 28 and 29. The curtain rises at 7:00 p.m. at the Keenan Theatre. Tickets are $3 for students and $6 for adults and may be purchased at the door. More>> |
September 29, 2006 |
Richland One School to Celebrate by Dancing the Zumbando During National School Lunch Week
Imagine this: hundreds of students-from wide-eyed kindergarten tots to more "sophisticated" fifth-graders" swaying to the salsa-beats of the Zumbando, a Latin dance fitness craze that encourages students to exercise by learning new dance moves. More>> |
September 26, 2006 |
Montessori Info Session Planned For September 30
Any Richland One teacher certified in early childhood or elementary education and interested in Montessori training is invited to come to Montessori 101 on Saturday, September 30, 8 a.m. at Brockman Elementary School. More>> |
September 25, 2006 |
Richland One Celebrates the Joy of Reading
You’ve never seen a reading program like this one. On September 30, Richland One pulls out all the stops in its annual celebration called Reading Rocks. The entire community is invited to enjoy a day of fun at Keenan High School, 3455 Pine Belt Road. More>> |
September 20, 2006 |
Richland One’s Automotive Technology Program Receives Highest National Certification
In the automotive technology field, the highest standard of excellence for a school is national certification by the Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES). This honor means national automotive manufacturers like BMW, Honda, Daimler Chrysler, Lexus, Mercedes Benz and others, think so highly of the quality of your program that they will donate automobiles and other supplies that allow your students to train on the best and the most up-to-date vehicles. More>> |
September 15, 2006 |
Richland One Students Make Some Gains On PACT
While Richland One students made gains in some areas on the Palmetto Achievement Challenge Tests, the 2006 scores also show that more work needs to be done to ensure students meet the state’s academic achievement goals. More>> |
September 14, 2006 |
Burnside Elementary Invites Community to Health Fest
On Thursday, September 14, Burnside Elementary will turn into a temporary health center. Selected classrooms, the media center and even some hallways will be converted to screening areas for various conditions such as sickle cell, asthma and hearing loss. Burnside Elementary’s Health Awareness Fest, which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., is free and open to the community. More>> |
September 12, 2006 |
Richland One Board Seeks Public Input on School Name-Change Proposal
Should the new Richland One school being built on Pisgah Church Road be named Booker T. Washington High School rather than W. J. Keenan High School? The Richland One Board of School Commissioners wants to know what the community thinks of the idea that was recently presented to them. More>> |
September 8, 2006 |
Keenan Invites Community to Huge Health Fair
Who knew having this much fun could be healthy too? On Saturday, September 9, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Keenan High School will be pulling out all the stops to encourage its students, parents, staff and community to be healthy. More>> |
August 31, 2006 |
Richland One’s Award-winning Students and Staff
Richland One congratulates our outstanding student and staff for their professional and academic achievements. More>> |
August 31, 2006 |
Upcoming Richland One School Events More>> |
August 29, 2006 |
DonorsChoose Program Kicks off 2006-2007 SC Campaign at Brockman Elementary
DonorsChoose, a national program that provides schools with needed resources through donations from the public, will kick off its campaign in South Carolina at Brockman Elementary on Wednesday, August 30 at 9:30 a.m. in the school cafeteria. Brockman is located at 2245 Montclair Drive. More>> |
August 23, 2006 |
Classes Cancelled at Hand Middle School
Classes have been cancelled for students at Hand Middle School today (Aug. 23). A construction crew working at the school Tuesday afternoon removed a load-bearing wall on the first floor. The incident occurred after school was dismissed for the day. More>> |
August 21, 2006 |
Forest Heights Students Invited to Space Shuttle Launch
Forty Forest Heights Elementary students have been invited to the Kennedy Space Center to observe the launch of the Space Shuttle Atlantis on Sunday, August 27. Students leave for Florida on August 26 and will return to Columbia on Monday, August 28. More>> |
August 17, 2006 |
District to induct five into Richland One Hall of Fame
Five Richland One graduates who have distinguished themselves at the local, state and national levels in the fields of education, military service, music and athletics coaching will be inducted into the Richland One Hall of Fame in November. More>> |
August 17, 2006 |
Sportsarama 2006 To Be Held Saturday, August 19
Richland One and the Richland Sertoma Club will hold the 47th annual Sportsarama football jamboree on Saturday, August 19 at Memorial Stadium. The pre-game show will begin at 5 p.m., and the first game will kick off at 5:15. Admission is $5. More>> |
August 11, 2006 |
Two Richland One graduates awarded scholarships from Tuskegee Airmen
On Wednesday, August 9, the National Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. awarded prestigious scholarships to two Richland One graduates. More>> |
August 8, 2006 |
DISTRICT OFFERS GOLDEN PASSES FOR SENIORS
Richland School District One is offering Golden Activities Passes for persons ages 60 and older who are residents of the district. More>> |
August 2, 2006 |
Lower Richland High School to Host Diamond Day Celebration
Lower Richland High School will be hosting Diamond Day Celebration, a festival showcasing students’ talents and all the advantages the school has to offer the community. On August 26, families can enjoy a day filled with entertainment, delicious food, a science fair, art exhibits and tours of the newly renovated high school. More>> |
August 2, 2006 |
Dreher High School Graduates Receive Scholarships from the Central Carolina Community Foundation
Two Richland One graduates have been selected to receive prestigious scholarships from the Central Carolina Community Foundation. Please join us in congratulating Elizabeth Bergen and Jordan Kokesh, seniors in the Dreher High School Class of 2006. More>> |
August 2, 2006 |
Richland One’s 8.5 Academy Gives Rising Freshmen a Head Start on High School Success
Being a high school freshman can be an exciting, but unsure rite of passage for any teen-ager. Richland One’s 8.5 Academy makes the transition into high school easier for thousands of rising freshmen throughout the district. On Friday, August 4 and Monday, August 7, all Richland One high schools will host an 8.5 Academy, a program designed to help incoming freshmen become oriented to high school before the start of fall classes. More>> |
August 1, 2006 |
Richland One’s Automotive Technology Program Making National News
Richland One’s award-winning automotive technology program at Heyward Career and Technology Center will be in the national spotlight this summer. The August 14 issue of Time magazine highlights the program in conjunction with a profile of the Dick Dyer Toyota dealership, which won the Toyota President’s Award. More>> |
July
18, 2006 |
Richland
One Announces Vacancy on County
Board
Richland School District One has an appointee vacancy on the Richland County
Board of Assessment Appeals. More>> |
July
18, 2006 |
Board
Approves Administrative Appointments
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners approved several administrative
appointments for the 2006-07 school year during its regularly scheduled meeting
July 11. More>> |
July
17, 2006 |
Richland
One's Year-Round School to Begin
Classes July 18
While other South Carolina students are savoring the last few weeks of summer
vacation, students at Forest Heights Elementary will be returning to classes
next week. Forest Heights, the first and only year-round school in the Midlands,
begins its new school term on Tuesday, July 18. More>> |
July
17, 2006 |
Richland
One to Graduate 72 Students in Adult
Education Program
Richland One congratulates the
72 students who will be graduating
this summer from the district’s
Adult and Community Education Program.
Commencement ceremonies will be
held on Thursday, July 20 at 7
p.m. in the Columbia High School
auditorium. More>> |
