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    Friday, March 28, 2025
     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 25, 2025Contact: Natalie ElsesserNataliee@mytha.net843-332-4991 Thomas Hart Academy names Heather M. Atkinson as next head of schoolHARTSVILLE, S.C. – Thomas Hart Academy announced today the appointment of Heather M. Atkinson as the next head of school, effective June 1, 2025. Atkinson will succeed Tara Woodson, who has led the school with dedication and vision for ...read more
    Categories: Chamber, Community, Education, Press Release
    Thursday, March 27, 2025
    GSSM Hosts 2025 Sand Hills Regional Science & Engineering Fair  HARTSVILLE, S.C. (March 27, 2025) — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted the 2025 Sand Hills Regional Science & Engineering Fair on Friday, March 14. Award winners were announced on Sunday, March 23. More than 60 students in grades 5–12 from eight schools representing Darlington, Horry and ...read more
    Categories: Education, Papers/Research, Community, General News Article, Press Release
    Thursday, March 27, 2025
    PRESS RELEASE   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact: Jennifer Furlong Director of Marketing and Communications South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Phone: (843) 383-3900 ext. 3944 Email: jfurlong@governors.school   GSSM Hosts 2025 Sand Hills Regional Science & Engineering Fair  HARTSVILLE, S.C. (March 27, 2025) — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics ...read more
    Categories: Community, Education
    Wednesday, March 26, 2025
    HARTSVILLE, S.C. (March 26, 2025) – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) proudly announces that its Concert Choir performed at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall in New York City on Saturday, March 22. The choir joined Clemson University’s choral ensembles and other distinguished groups from across the country for this unforgettable event, presented by MidAmerica ...read more
    Categories: Community, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release
    Saturday, March 22, 2025
    HARTSVILLE, SC (March 22, 2025) — Standing Pines Campground & RV Resort is thrilled to announce its first wildlife release event in collaboration with Black Creek Wildlife Center. On Monday, March 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM, a rehabilitated Eastern Screech Owl will be released to its new home at Standing Pines.   This special owl—a red morph Eastern Screech Owl—was rescued earlier this year after ...read more
    Categories: Community, Economic, Education, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release
    Friday, March 21, 2025
    HARTSVILLE, S.C. (March 21, 2025) -?The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) on Wednesday evening. S.C. Commerce was celebrated for leading transformative growth in South Carolina. From large corporations to entrepreneurs and from life sciences to advanced ...read more
    Categories: Community, Economic, Education, General News Article, Press Release
    Tuesday, March 18, 2025
        Gearing Up for Spring Adventures      The tents we've been using since 2017 have finally disintegrated to the point of no return. They served us well. They were low cost, low quality tents that we purchased in a pinch with funds raised by students back in 2017. I'm actually surprised they lasted as long as they did.             After 22 camping trips, the zippers have busted ...read more
    Categories: Education, Fun Facts, Community
    Wednesday, March 05, 2025
    GSSM Robotics Teams Shine at South Carolina First Tech Challenge State Championship HARTSVILLE, S.C. (Mar. 5, 2025) – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) robotics teams excelled at the South Carolina FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics Championship, held at Dreher High School on Feb. 21-22. GSSM’s Golden Dragons (Team 772) won the Inspire Award, recognizing ...read more
    Categories: Community, General News Article, Fun Facts, Education, Press Release