Today, we hand delivered letters to President Peeler and Speaker Lucas requesting that they call their chambers into session to suspend Proviso 1.108.
Suspending the prohibition on mask requirements enables school leaders to make decisions based on their local circumstances.
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However, until then, we will continue to work closely with medical professionals, including local hospitals, DHEC and the CDC to determine the necessary protocols to protect our students and staff.
The SC House voted to concur (120-0) in the Senate amendments to H. 3609, the Teacher Step Increase. Governor McMaster has five days once it is ratified, excluding Sunday, to sign the bill or allow it to go into effect without his signature.
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"
On this #MLKDay, let us all honor Dr. King's legacy of service and leadership.
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The ruling upholds the S.C. Constitution Article XI, § 4, that states, “No money shall be paid from public funds nor shall the credit of the state or any of its political subdivisions be used for the direct benefit of any religious or other private educational institution.”