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Jefferson Davis Academy held its casino night themed prom on April 2 at the Willow Ridge Event Venue in Salley. Nolan Craig and Avari Yongue were crowned king and queen while Bryson Livingston and …
A young coach known for his quiet strength and unwavering support of students is being mourned across Barnwell and Allendale counties after his death in a crash over the weekend. Keyshawn …
Innovation and creativity were on full display as Barnwell County School District hosted its second annual Barnwell County Science Fair on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Williston-Elko Auditorium. …
Barnwell County School District is proud to announce that several middle school students have been named Top 20 Finalists for the Regional Civics Bee, an accomplishment that reflects their dedication …
Autism Awareness Month invites our community to learn, celebrate, and better understand the many autistic children and adults who are part of Barnwell County. April is nationally …
Last week, I shared how important this time of year is for our students in Barnwell County School District and how finishing the school year on a strong note can make a lasting difference. As we move …
Students from across South Carolina gathered Friday, March 27 at Clemson University’s Edisto Research and Education Center in Blackville for an agricultural technology field day, where hands-on …
Nearly three months after 11-year-old Bailee Gabrielle Frazier was killed in a car accident, her presence remains deeply felt at Barnwell Elementary School. An active student, she enjoyed playing …
Hampton Lumber is inviting high school students to help shape the look of its products once again with the return of the Lumber Wrap Design Competition, an opportunity for students to see their …
Barnwell Elementary School is mourning the loss of its physical education teacher. Michael Chestnut, 61, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, March 19. He dedicated more than 27 years …
The message was simple but powerful: no one succeeds alone. That theme echoed throughout the Big 7 Association’s 32 nd annual Scholarship Banquet on Feb. 28 at Barnwell Elementary. Speakers …
Barnwell County School District board members recognized student achievements, received updates on the district’s new high school project and entered a nearly hour-long executive session during …
It is hard to believe we have officially entered the final quarter of the 2025-2026 school year. This time of year always brings a renewed sense of energy as we experience longer days, warmer …
Macedonia Elementary–Middle School Macedonia Elementary–Middle School (MEMS) proudly represented Barnwell County at the South Carolina Junior Beta Club Convention in Myrtle Beach, bringing …
Across Barnwell County School District, our middle school students have recently been busy testing ideas and exploring the world around them through their school science fairs. Each of our middle …
The Leadership Institute at USC Salkehatchie is proud to announce the members of the Leadership Salkehatchie Class of 2026. This year’s cohort represents a dynamic group of professionals committed to advancing the economic and civic landscape of the Salkehatchie region.
On Wednesday, February 26, 2026, Barnwell County Career Center (BCCC) FFA members joined hundreds of Future Farmers of America (FFA) students from across the state at the South Carolina State House for FFA Legislator Appreciation Day, proudly representing their chapter in their official blue jackets.
As we move into the spring and the final months of the 2025–2026 school year, we also move into what many people refer to as “assessment season.” I am often asked what assessments our students …
South Carolina’s economy is growing, evolving, and becoming more competitive every year. As businesses expand and new industries take root, one question determines whether South Carolina …
Barnwell County School District (BCSD) board members received a detailed look at the finalized design for the county’s new career and technical education-focused (CTE) high school during their Feb. …
March is National Reading Month, an annual celebration dedicated to fostering a love of reading in children of all ages. Throughout this month, schools, families, libraries, and community partners …
Dreams, Imagination, and Gift Development Program (DIG), has been awarded a $55,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support DIG’s five existing afterschool …
As I have shared many times, early childhood education is a top priority of both our Barnwell County School District Board of Trustees and our district as a whole. We are deeply committed to …
Jefferson Davis Academy held its annual Miss JDA Pageant on December 12, 2025.
B arnwell County School District has reached an exciting milestone in the development of our new Barnwell County High School. The Design and Development phase of the project is now complete—a …
