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Technical College allowing students to earn an
associates degree alongside their high school
diploma without financial burden. Students from
nearly every middle school in the district are
represented in Orangeburg Advanced College’s
inaugural cohort, a diverse group of 26 rising
ninth graders selected through a competitive
application and interview process.
Career and Technical Education (CATE) is
available at Orangeburg’s three CATE centers,
providing real-world instruction in high-demand
fields of great interest to students. Industry-
recognized certifications allow CATE students
to graduate with documented competency
and preparedness for the workforce in areas enrichment programs or attend Arts Magnet
like culinary arts, engineering, hospitality and Schools. Technology is another area where BCSD
tourism, health science, welding, and much more. is leading the way. The district supports the
The district is committed to “Hire Education,” a daily use of 16,000 computers, more than 43,000
philosophy encompassing work-based education mobile devices, and approximately 3,083 smart
through apprenticeships, internships, job classrooms across school campuses and multiple
shadowing, and career fairs, aimed to ensure district office locations.
each student graduates with a diploma and an The district’s seniors annually are awarded
employable skill set. millions of dollars in academic and athletic
In Orangeburg County School District, scholarships, showing that graduates are highly
“We Are One.” We look forward to welcoming sought after by higher education institutions.
students, families, and business and community With commitment to offering career and technical
stakeholders to join us in ensuring the very education courses that provide students a chance
best educational experiences for all. For more to obtain workforce certifications and experience,
information, please visit ocsdsc.org. graduates are more prepared for life after high
school than ever before.
Berkeley County School District Not only are students achieving in the
Berkeley County School District (BCSD), classroom in BCSD, but also in the field.
the fourth largest school district in the state, Multiple students and school teams won state
partners with the community to address the championship titles in various sports in 2020-21.
knowledge, skills, and characteristics of the Profile Educators and administrators are achieving a
of the South Carolina Graduate. More than 6,600 great deal as well, earning numerous state awards
employees serve more than 35,000 K-12 students and national recognition for their efforts.
in 47 schools. While the district is proud of its achievements,
BCSD is an excellent school system, ready BCSD continually strives for improvement. As the
to serve students now and in the future. Safety area grows and the demands of the marketplace
is a top priority across the entire district, with continue to change, BCSD will continue to
student, staff, and school resources officers grow as professionals to best equip students
receiving special training. The fine arts are with the tools necessary for success. Please visit
thriving, and many students participate in talent bcsdschools.net for more information.

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