Sumter School District Welcome Guide 2022-2023

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n behalf of our Board of Trustees and the Sumter School District family, welcome to the 20222023 school year. We are thankful to partner with The Sumter Item to provide this welcome guide, which features a variety of information about our schools and the community at large for our parents, students, employees and our stakeholders.

As your new superintendent, I look forward to working in collaboration with our stakeholders to continue to build excellence through our academic, athletic, fine arts and extracurricular programs.

Sumter School District infuses 21st Century teaching by emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), the use of digital libraries and the implementation of cutting edge technology. Our students have access to world languages, fine arts, Advanced Placement, college level dual enrollment, the International Baccalaureate program and the Gifted and Talented program. Through our expansive Career and Technology Education (CATE) courses and numerous offerings at the Sumter Career and Technology Center, our students are developing career-ready skills. Sumter School District also produces well-rounded students through robust athletic programs and award winning extracurricular clubs and organizations.

Trust and transparency, open lines of communication and fostering relationships with our stakeholder groups are imperative to the success of Sumter School District. I am not only encouraged but impressed with the outstanding support I have witnessed personally from the Sumter community. By working together, we can ‘Ask, Assess, and Analyze’ our successes and challenges and truly move forward as a unified school district.

In closing, I consider it a privilege and honor to serve as your superintendent. I look forward to immersing myself in the Sumter community and working with our dedicated staff who are here to serve, support and strengthen Sumter School District. Together, we will help ensure our students and staff feel safe, are valued and thrive both inside and outside of the classroom. Let’s make this an exceptional year! We are #SumterSDProud!

Dr. William T. Wright, Jr. Superintendent, Sumter School District

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WHAT'S INSIDE District Administration Contacts .......................... 7 District Overview ..................................................... 8 Attendance............................................................... 10 New Student Registration ...................................... 10 Food and Nutrition................................................... 12 Partners in Education.............................................. 13 Inclement Weather Procedures ............................. 14 School Safety........................................................... 14 School Directory & Principals................................. 16 Sumter School District Board of Trustees............. 20 Sumter Education Foundation................................ 22 Career Readiness..................................................... 25 Points of Pride.......................................................... 26 Mission..................................................................... 28 District Teacher of the Year Finalists...................... 30 Campus Teachers of the Year................................. 31 School Calendar...................................................... 34

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n behalf on The Sumter Item staff, I’d like to welcome you to the 2022-23 Sumter School District Welcome Guide.

As the Sumter region’s leader in media for more than 128 years, we are glad you are here and hope you enjoy this magazine.

Inside these pages and throughout this school year, you will see complete and vibrant coverage of our local schools through The Sumter Item. From features on exceptional student achievement to explanations of complex budget issues to videos showing unique programs in our schools, our mission as Sumter’s premier media company is to keep you informed and entertained. We are ready to help encourage and develop lifelong learners within our community.

The Sumter Item of today is more than just a newspaper. Studio Sumter, the video wing of our media company, produces shows such as Sumter Today. Posted weekdays at TheItem.com and Facebook. com/theitem, the all-positive news show highlights some of the great things happening throughout our community, including much of the activities inside our schools. We also recognize and highlight exceptional teachers and counselors throughout our region, featuring those community heroes across our platforms.

Our popular local sports coverage is also

on display daily inside our newspaper, as well as on our website, in video coverage and throughout multiple social media platforms. Follow The Item Sports across our social pages for exciting, expanding coverage of our local teams throughout this school year.

If you have not already, please consider subscribing to our local print and digital coverage at The Sumter Item. You can do so by visiting TheItem.com/subscribe.

I’d also like to thank our incredible local business partners who make this magazine possible. Throughout these pages, you will see many of the people and businesses committed to helping build our school system and a better Sumter.

Thanks to everyone who plays a role in building our community through education, and we hope you have a great school year.

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Vince Johnson Publisher The Sumter Item Essentially local. Authentically Sumter.

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WHO TO CALL Sumter School District 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 469-6900 www.sumterschools.net Dr. William Wright, Jr. Superintendent Ext. 100 William.wright@sumterschools.net Chauntae Scott, Administrative Manager to Superintendent and Board of Trustees Ext. 100 Chauntae.scott@sumterschools.net Dr. Shirley Gamble, Chief of Schools Ext. 103 Anthonese.gamble@sumterschools.net Dr. John Koumas, Chief Human Resources Officer Ext. 208 John.koumas@sumterschools.net Shatika Spearman, Chief Finance Officer Ext. 312 Shatika.spearman@sumterschools.net Veronne Davis, Executive Director of Student Support Services 803-774-5500 Veronne.davis@sumterschools.net Shelly Galloway, Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement Ext. 102 Shelly.galloway@sumterschools.net Arpad Jonas, Executive Director of Information Systems and Technology Ext. 132 Arpad.jonas@sumterschools.net Dr. Jadé McLeod, Executive Director of Academics Ext. 516 Jade.mcleod@sumterschools.net

Samuel Myers, Executive Director of Operations Ext. 510 Samuel.myers@sumterschools.net

Food Services Stacey Francis, Director of Food Services 4255 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: (803) 499-5950, ext. 109 Stacey.francis@sumterschools.net

Transportation Services Leonard Brailsford, Area One Hillcrest Transportation Office (Crestwood High feeder schools) 4305 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: (803) 499-3422 Leonard.brailsford@sumterschools.net Joshua Johnson, Area Two Sumter High Transportation Office (Sumter High feeder schools) 2580 McCrays Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: (803) 481-4023, ext. 6235 Joshua.johnson@sumterschools.net Brian Jones, Area Three Furman Transportation Office (Lakewood High feeder schools) 3400 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: (803) 481-3168 or 481.3169 Brian.jones@sumterschools.net

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DISTRICT OVERVIEW Sumter School District works diligently to help all students to develop the world class skills, life and career characteristics of the Profile of the SC Graduate by equipping them to be responsible, successful and productive citizens in a global society. We focus on student achievement by ensuring challenging curricula and high expectations. Gaining reaccreditation

by AdvancEd, the organization which conducts rigorous, on-site, external reviews of schools and school systems to ensure that all learners realize their full potential, is evidence of our academic success and continuous improvement.

Our academic programs address rigorous standards in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Research-based best practices focus on problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Data is used to plan and implement instruction in order to differentiate instruction, monitor student progress, and set appropriate goals. A MultiTiered System of Support (MTSS) uses databased problem solving to integrate academic and behavioral instruction and intervention.

The district infuses 21st Century teaching by emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), the use of digital libraries and the implementation of cutting edge technology. Our students have access to world languages, fine arts, advanced placement, college level dual enrollment, the International Baccalaureate program and the

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Gifted and Talented program. Through our expansive Career Technical Education (CTE) courses and numerous offerings at the Sumter Career and Technology Center, our students are developing career-ready skills. Sumter School District also produces well rounded students through robust athletic programs and award winning extracurricular clubs and organizations.

Our students develop life and career characteristics and soft skills through career exploration including exposure to employers via career fairs, shadowing, work cooperatives and partnerships; efforts and events sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce and workforce readiness partners; and mentoring programs.

Character development is encouraged and taught through character education, classroom guidance, small groups and intervention programs. Sumter School District works diligently to ensure that every student graduates on time and is prepared for postsecondary education, is career ready and has the foundation to become a productive citizen.

A strong partnership between our families, the community, and school personnel greatly enhances academic progress, and we are extremely grateful for your continued support.

Sumter School District remains committed to providing every student with a high quality education which will serve as a foundation for their future success.

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ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT ON THE FIRST AND ALL DAYS OF SCHOOL It is imperative that students attend school regularly. While some absences for illness are unavoidable, nothing can replace the educational, cultural, and social contacts students experience through regular participation in class. Students with good attendance achieve more than students who are often absent. Attendance is also a major criterion in preparing students for the world of work.

According to state law, students must attend a minimum of 180 days of school a year. New state attendance requirements identify a student as absent if a student is not in attendance for at least 50% of the instructional day. Additionally, students designated as absent (regardless of the reason) for 10% or more days of instruction will be reported to the State Department of Education as chronically absent.

Written notes from the parent, guardian or attending physician must be submitted within three days after returning to school or the absence will be considered unlawful. An absence is considered lawful when it is the result of illness, death in the immediate

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family, emergencies, and recognized religious holidays. A limited number of parent notes may be accepted at the discretion of the principal.

South Carolina law states that a student is deemed truant after three consecutive unlawful absences or a total of five unlawful absences. School attendance personnel will contact the parent/guardian regarding unlawful absences and will schedule a conference to develop cooperatively a Student Attendance Intervention Plan, as required by law.

High school students who have more than five unlawful absences in a one-unit course or three unlawful absences in a half-unit course may lose credit for the course. Absences are counted in the high schools and middle schools by class, so students are encouraged to report promptly to every class.

For further information on attendance laws, contact Coordinator of Attendance Services at (803) 469-6900, extension 507.

Parents who plan to enroll their child in Sumter School District for the first time are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible to avoid last minute crowds. Parents may register their child in the school zoned for their residence during regular school hours. Persons unsure of their school zone may contact the district’s attendance office at (803) 469-6900, extension 507.

Children must be 4 or 5 on or before Sept. 1 to enroll in prekindergarten or kindergarten, respectively.

State law mandates that children ages 5 to 17 must be in school.

Upon registration, parents are required to provide school personnel with the child’s official birth certificate or other proof of name and age, proof of residence, and the SC Immunization Form (DHEC 2740).

The district recommends that parents of children transferring from another school district also bring the child’s latest report card. Children transferring from out of state must have their health certificate information on a South Carolina form. Parents must take out-of-state certificates to a doctor or clinic in South Carolina to have the information transferred to the correct form.

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FOOD &

NUTRITION

All schools in Sumter School District offer wellbalanced and nutritious meals in compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. A standard breakfast meal includes a meat/meat alternate, whole-grain rich grain, fruit, 100% fruit juice and a choice of low-fat milk. A standard lunch meal includes a meat/meat alternate, whole-grain rich grain, vegetable, fruit and low-fat milk. All grade levels have an option of purchasing a la carte items.

Sumter School District participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Program. All breakfast and lunch meals are free of charge to students.

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PARTNERS

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The Sumter Partners In Education program is a joint venture between the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and Sumter’s public and private schools. By establishing and maintaining creative, quality partnerships to support Sumter’s schools, our community is making a positive difference for Sumter’s children. Individuals, businesses and groups are all instrumental in the success of our partnership efforts.

No business or organization is too large or small to serve as a partner. Each can contribute in a variety of ways, all of which are integral in ensuring each student receives the best education possible. Partner activities include financial contributions, in-kind donations and services, sponsorship of events and awards, attendance and academic incentives, internships, volunteering and mentoring. In turn, schools offer the partners what they can in order to make the partnership truly beneficial for both partners.

Partnerships not only benefit students and schools, they also strengthen and provide advantages to the community. Today’s students will be the workforce of

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tomorrow. By investing in students’ education, the local community is essentially investing in itself to ensure its success for tomorrow.

If you are interested in becoming a community partner or adopting a school, please contact Shelly Galloway, executive director of communication and community engagement, at 469-6900, extension 102.

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SCHOOL WEATHER

Safety

PROCEDURES

During periods of unsafe weather conditions when it may be questionable to hold school, the school district has several options including closing school, opening schools one hour late or opening schools two hours late.

Decisions for any of these options will be announced to the public no later than 5 a.m. on the day in question on the following local radio and television stations: WIBZ 95.5 FM, WKHT 93.7 FM, WICI 94.7 FM and WDXY 1240 AM. The television stations used are WIS TV 10, WOLO TV 25, WBTW 13, WACH 6 and WLTX TV 19. Information is also announced on the Sumter School District website, Facebook page, and Twitter page.

In the event of inclement weather, parents will also be notified by telephone through Blackboard Connect. Please make sure the school has your correct contact information.

Announcements will also be reported on by The Sumter Item in the print newspaper and digitally on our website, daily email newsletter and social media.

ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE ONLY MADE IF THERE IS A DELAY OR CLOSING. Local Radio: WIBZ 95.5 FM I WKHT 93.7 FM I WICI 94.7 FM I WDXY 1240 AM Local TV: WIS TV 10 I WOLO TV 25 I WBTW 13 I WACH 6 I WLTX TV 19 14 2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide

The first and most important priority of Sumter School District is the safety of our students and staff. Certainly in this day and age we can never be absolutely protected against all circumstances, but we do educate our students and staff throughout the year and rely on our parents to help us ensure we reinforce our own safety procedures.

Our joint emergency action plans were developed in accordance with state and federal best practices and in partnership with local public safety professionals. Law enforcement is a partner in the annual review of the plans, and they evaluate our implementation of emergency drills and provide training for school staff as requested. The review of our plans reveal strengths and weaknesses and, in some cases, procedures are revised or enhanced.

Each joint emergency action plan at the school level helps prepare school sites on lockdown drills, evacuation procedures, natural disaster precautions as well as communication with families, students, parents and communities during a crisis.

School safety procedures also address the access of our buildings by the public.

A variety of drills are conducted on a regular basis. Training in school safety for school staff takes place throughout the year, and the school district also provides immediate crisis response training for the Disturbance Intervention Response teams and the Mental Health Support teams.

Again, the safety and security of our students and staff is a top priority at all times in Sumter School District.

Working together, we can ensure that the educational process is allowed to continue in the safe, uninterrupted environment that our children deserve.

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R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy Anita Hunter, Principal 345 Eastern School Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone:495-3247 Fax: 495-3211 http://redcpa.sumterschools.net

Rafting Creek Elementary School

Alice Drive Elementary School

Lemira Elementary School

Eric Masiatis, Principal 251 Alice Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0857 Fax: 775-7580 http://ade.sumterschools.net

Stephanie Gregg, Principal 952 Fulton St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0658 Fax: 778-2730 http://lme.sumterschools.net

Cherryvale Elementary School

Manchester Elementary

Pamela Rhodes, Principal 1420 Furman Drive Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 494-8200 Fax: 494-8233 http://ces.sumterschools.net

Maria Dantzler, Principal 200 E Clark St. Pinewood, SC 29125 Phone: 452-5454 Fax: 452-5423 http://mes.sumterschools.net

Crosswell Drive Elementary School

Millwood Elementary School

Dr. Shawn Hagerty, Principal 301 Crosswell Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0679 Fax: 778-2857 http://cde.sumterschools.net

High Hills Elementary School Dr. Mary Kay Norton, Principal 1705 Frierson Road Shaw AFB, SC 29152 Phone: 499-3327 Fax: 499-9553 http://hhes.sumterschools.net

Jessica Wright, Principal 24 Pinewood Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0648 Fax: 436-2987 http://mwe.sumterschools.net

Oakland Primary School Josh Campbell, Principal 5415 Oakland Drive Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 499-3366 Fax: 499-3361 http://ops.sumterschools.net

Kingsbury Elementary School

Pocalla Springs Elementary School

Phillip Jackson, Principal 825 Kingsbury Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 775-6244 Fax: 775-7021 http://kbe.sumterschools.net

Michelle-Curry McBride, Principal 2060 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-5800 Fax:481-5813 http://pses.sumterschools.net

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Brandon Wells, Principal 4100 Hwy. 261 North Rembert, SC 29128 Phone: 432-2994 Fax: 425-7386 http://rces.sumterschools.net

Shaw Heights Elementary School Dr. Melissa Morris, Principal 1495 Frierson Road Shaw AFB, SC 29152 Phone: 666-2335 Fax: 666-3719 http://shes.sumterschools.net

Wilder Elementary School David Wright, Principal 975 South Main St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone:773-5723 Fax: 778-2918 http://wld.sumterschools.net

Willow Drive Elementary School Jackie Thomas, Principal 26 Willow Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 773-5796 Fax: 778-2847 http://wde.sumterschools.net

Alice Drive Middle School Jeannie Pressley, Principal 40 Miller Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone:775-0821 Fax: 778-2929 http://adm.sumterschools.net

Bates Middle School Jeffrey Barrineau, Principal 715 Estate St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 775-0711 Fax: 775-0715 http://bms.sumterschools.net

Chestnut Oaks Middle School

Crestwood High School

Jenaii Edwards, Principal 1200 Oswego Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 775-7272 Fax: 775-7601 http://coms.sumterschools.net

TBA, Principal 2000 Oswego Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 469-6200 Fax: 469-7678 http://chs.sumterschools.net

Ebenezer Middle School

Lakewood High School

Bertha Timmons, Principal 3440 Ebenezer Road Sumter, SC 29153 Phone: 469-8571 Fax: 469-8575 http://ems.sumterschools.net

Dr. Maggie Wright, Principal 350 Old Manning Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 506-2700 Fax: 506-2712 http://lhs.sumterschools.net

Furman Middle School

Sumter High School

Michael Riggins, Principal 3400 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-8519 Fax: 481-8923 http://fms.sumterschools.net

Anamaria Sandor, Principal 2580 McCray's Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-4480 Fax: 481-4021 http://shs.sumterschools.net

Hillcrest Middle School

Sumter Academy for Support and Intervention

Tarsha Staggers, Principal 4355 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-3341 Fax: 499-3353 http://hms.sumterschools.ne

Maintenance/Warehouse

Chris Catoe, Dir. of Maintenance 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, 29150 Phone: 469-6900, ext. 602

Food Services

Stacey Francis, Dir. of Food Serv.

4255 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-5950, ext. 109 Fax: 499-5959

James Boone, Principal 475 Crosswell Drive Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 774-5900 Fax: 774-5901 http://ba.sumterschools.net

Transportation Services

Leonard Brailsford, Area One Hillcrest Transportation Office (Crestwood High feeder schools) 4305 Peach Orchard Road Dalzell, SC 29040 Phone: 499-3422 Joshua Johnson, Area Two Sumter High Trans. Office (Sumter High feeder schools) 2580 McCray’s Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-4023

Sumter Career and Technology Center Dr. Shirrie Miller, Principal 2612 McCray's Mill Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-8575 Fax: 481-4232 http://sctc.sumterschools.net

Sumter School District Administrative Office Dr. William Wright, Jr., Superintendent 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 469-6900 Fax: 469-3769 http://sumterschools.net

Sumter School District Annex Veronne Davis Executive Director of Student Support Services 220 Hasel St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 774-5500

Sumter Adult Education Dr. Vanessa Canty, Director 905 North Main St. Sumter, SC 29150 Phone: 778-6432 Fax: 775-4665

Brian Jones, Area Three Furman Transportation Office (Lakewood High feeder schools) 3400 Bethel Church Road Sumter, SC 29154 Phone: 481-3168 or 481-3169

*All phone numbers are area code (803)

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Barbara R. Jackson, Ped.D. Chairwoman

J. Frank Baker, Ed.D. Vice-Chairman

Area 7 1510 Reedroman Road Sumter, SC 29153 (803) 316-5879/Cell barbarar.jackson@sumterschools.net

Member At-Large Seat 8 8670 Black River Road Rembert, SC 29128 (803)968-5901/Cell jfrankbaker49@gmail.com

Brian L. Alston

Sherril P. Ray

Area 1 3385N. Kings HWY 261 Rembert, SC 29128 (803) 572-1938/Cell alston4sc@gmail.com

Area 2 528 Mimosa Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 491-7628/Cell sherril.ray@sumterschools.net

Daryl F. McGhaney, D.Min. Clerk Area 5 9770 Lynches River Road Lynchburg, SC 29080 (803) 437-2797/Home (803) 436-2343/Office daryl.mcghaney@sumterschools.net vivian1@ftc-i.net

Matthew “Mac” McLeod

Area 3 2985 Bruce Circle Sumter, SC 29154 (803) 938-2701/Cell mac.mcleod@sumterschools.net

About the Board Sumter School District is governed by nine elected members of the Board of Trustees. The Board sets policy, approves the budget, works with the Sumter County Legislative Delegation and Sumter County Council on issues of importance to the schools, and oversees the efficient operation of the District.

The Board is committed to the education of students to the best of their individual abilities; to a constant awareness of the concerns and desires of the community regarding the quality and performance of the school system, with the Board assuming an educational leadership role; to 20 2022-2023 Sumter School District Welcome Guide

the employment of a superintendent who will see that the district maintains a position as an outstanding school system and under whose leadership the school personnel will carry out the policies of the Board; and to the continued improvement of the district schools for the benefit of its students and their improved academic achievement.

*This list was arrucate before the Nov. 8, 2022, election, when all nine seats were up for election and transitioned to nine district seats rather than having two at-large seats.

CONTACT INFORMATION

John B. Hilton Jr., Ph.D. (Johnny)

Gloria Rose Lee, D. Min.

Area 6 PO Drawer 2039 Sumter, SC 29151 (803) 464-6414/Cell gloria.lee@sumterschools.net

Area 4 2691 Wedgefield Rd. Sumter, SC 29154 (803) 468-4054/Cell johnny.hilton@sumterschools.net

Dennisse R. Jones, USAF

Shaw AFB School Liaison Program Manager Shaw AFB Representative 320 Laurel Street, CDC Annex, Bldg. 2453 Shaw AFB, SC 29152 (803) 895-3398/Office (803) 840-0938/Cell dennisse.jones.2@us.af.mil

Dr. William T. Wright, Jr.

Superintendent 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 469-6900, ext. 100 william.wright@sumterschools.net

Shawn T. Ragin, D.Min.

Member At-Large Seat 9 3835 Quiet Court Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 464-6859/Cell Shawnragin89@gmail.com

Chauntae Scott

Administrative Manager to the Superintendent and Board 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, SC 29150 (803) 469-6900, ext. 100 chauntae.scott@sumterschools.net

Additionally, the board’s goals are as follows: •To communicate the educational expectations and aspirations of the community through the formulation of policies that stimulate the learner and the learning process; •To manage the school system in accordance with board policy; •.To provide leadership in order that the goals and objectives of the school system can be effectively carried out; •.To maintain two-way communication with various publics served by the schools in order to interpret public attitudes, to identify policies and procedures of the schools and to encourage public involvement with and understanding of the schools; •.To evaluate the data appropriate for the management functions of planning, evaluating, organizing and implementing the goals and objectives of the district; and •.To demonstrate fiscal responsibility and align district resources with raising student achievement.

The Board of Trustees meet publicly on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 PM unless otherwise announced.

Special meetings are scheduled as needed.

Our Board is a member of the South Carolina School Boards Association, and 100% of our members have completed the state’s orientation program.

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SUMTER EDUCATION

Foundation Established in 2012, the Sumter Education Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm for Sumter School District. They operate independently from the school district under a separate Board of Directors. The Foundation is a chartered corporation in South Carolina and is tax-exempt under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Any gift to the Foundation provides a corresponding tax liability deduction from State and Federal income taxes (Taxpayer Identification # 57-0963633). All donations received are for the exclusive use of Sumter School District based on priorities established by the Foundation’s Board of Directors. This commitment includes teacher innovation and recognition, student recognition,

special programs/projects, and grants for teachers. The Board of Directors acts as a fiscal agent for donors who wish to sponsor projects for schools, teachers, and students. They also serve as a review committee for program ideas, gifts and grants available to schools and to individual departments, teachers, students, and student groups to further the educational purposes of the Sumter Education Foundation and Sumter School District. Recognizing that the quality of education is important to the well-being of the community it serves, the Foundation Board will build upon the strong school system to ensure all students will be prepared to live, work, and compete in tomorrow’s challenging workplace.

Dr. Felicia L. Goins • Dr. Lisbeth W. Poag • Dr. Sharlene G. Martin • Dr. Joshua A. Durrant

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CAREER

Readiness Sumter School District exposes students in grades K-12 to college and career readiness information. At the elementary level, students participate in career awareness activities; middle school students participate in career exploration activities such as interest and values assessments and the 8th grade Individual Graduation Plan conference; and in high school, students receive career guidance services to include interest skills and values assessments, job shadowing opportunities, internships, youth apprenticeships and cooperative learning opportunities that support choosing a cluster and major within the curriculum frameworks as part of their annual Individual Graduation Plan Conference. At all levels, CATE/Career Specialists sponsor field studies, which are different from field trips in that the field study

is intended to expose students to career related information relevant to their age group. These activities are all in accordance with the Education and Economic Development Act’s (EEDA) initiative of Personal Pathways to Success. Some of the programs used are the Microburst Employability Skills program and South Carolina Information System. WorkBased Learning (WBL) is a coordinated, sponsored, coherent sequence of workplace experiences that are related to students’ career goals and/or interests, are based on instructional preparation and are performed in partnership with local businesses, industries or other organizations in the community. WBL enables students to apply classroom instruction in a real-world business or service-oriented work environment.

EVERY STEP ALONG THE PATHWAY IS CRUCIAL TO MAKING EACH STUDENT'S FUTURE A SUCCESS. Employment: Career Advancement

Continuing education and lifelong learning

Post-secondary: Career Preparation

Achieving credentials: college, certification, apprenticeships, military

9-12: Career Preparation

Academics and technical courses, intensive guidance, individual graduation plans

8: Transition

Choosing a cluster of study and major (can change easily at any time)

6-8: Career Exploration Discovering interest areas

K-5: Career Awareness

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Accredited by the AdvancED Accreditation Commission

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Purple Star School District

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Over 80 National Board Certified teachers

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Palmetto Gold and Silver Award recipients

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Drop-out rate below the state average

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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at Sumter High School

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S T N E M H S I L P RICT A C C O M

COGNIA Accredited STEM schools - Alice Drive Middle School, Bates Middle, Alice Drive Elementary, Sumter Career and Technology Center

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Crosswell Drive Elementary, Model School Designation

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National and state recognition for academic, fine arts, and athletic programs

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South Carolina Department of Education approved eLearning district

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One-to-Global Technology Initiative

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Over $500,000 worth of classroom library books donated to schools through Sumter Education Foundation

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Ben Carson Reading Rooms at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy, Shaw Heights Elementary, and Manchester Elementary

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State Teacher of the Year Finalists

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Partners in Education initiative for mentors and community partners

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Ten STEM Cohort Schools

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14 AVID Schools

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Principal for the Day

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Four Leader in Me Schools - Cherryvale Elementary, Rafting Creek Elementary, High Hills Elementary, and Shaw Heights Elementary

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Universal free breakfast and lunch

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Full day Prekindergarten program

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Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) program

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Air Force Junior ROTC at all high schools

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Extensive offerings for extracurricular, athletic and fine arts programs

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Special programs: Mild Intellectual Disabilities, Moderate Intellectual

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Three Arts in Basic Curriculum Schools - Cherryvale Elementary, Kingsbury Elementary, and Crestwood High Lakewood High School, Grammy Signature School

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Disabilities, Specific Learning Disability, Emotional and Behavioral Disorder, Blind/ Low Vision, Orthopedically Disabled, Deaf/ Hard of Hearing, Communication Disorder •

Career Technical Education (CTE) in the middle and high schools, in addition to programs offered at the Sumter Career and Technology Center

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Environmental centers located at all three high schools

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Talented and Gifted program

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Advanced Placement courses

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Dual Credit courses with USC Sumter and Central Carolina Technical College

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Early College program through USC Sumter

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Adult Education program

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Comprehensive guidance

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School psychologists and social workers

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Alternative programs for at-risk youth

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MISSION

VISION

Sumter School District is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and high-quality educational environment that supports diversity and equips students for local and global success.

Sumter School District is committed to educating, empowering and enriching the lives of all students to reach their full potential.

VALUES AND BELIEFS

MOTTO TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER AND ENRICH!

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Commitment to Excellence: Educational excellence requires that all stakeholders strive for continual growth and improvement.

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Unyielding Ethical Standards: Build and maintain an abiding sense of honor and integrity that is characterized by high standards.

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Accountability: All stakeholders are accountable for their actions and will be responsive to the needs of others.

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Educating the Whole Child: All students are granted the opportunity to succeed based on individual needs.

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Providing a Safe Learning Environment: Students have the right to learn in an environment conducive to learning.

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Collaboration and Support amongst Stakeholders: Pervasive and valuable collaborative efforts create meaningful strategies and solutions.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Sumter School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in admission to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities.

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TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Finalists KENDALL JONES High Hills Elementary School

Kendall, a fourth-grade math and science teacher, has 14 years of service to education. The most rewarding part of her career is helping students discover talents and strengths they didn't know they had.

ERICA HARRELL Oakland Primary School

Erica, a first-grade teacher, has 24 years of service to education. The most rewarding part of her career happened the first time when a former student was the keynote speaker, and he recognized her as being his inspiration and reason for becoming an educator. The most rewarding moment recently in Erica’s career came about when she hosted a practicum student who made such a great impact on her students, and she asked if the practicum student could return to her class to complete her student teaching.

DENISE CHRISTMAS-ROBINSON Willow Drive Elementary School

Denise is a media specialist and has 23 years of service to education.

The most rewarding part of her career has been knowing, in some small way, that she has made a difference in our world. It is an awesome responsibility to know that she is able to inspire and influence some of our future leaders while building their self-esteem.

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TEACHERS OF THE YEAR Rhonda Nelson

Alice Drive Elementary School

Elizabeth Hawkins

Cherryvale Elementary School

Deborah Burkett

Crosswell Drive Elementary School

Kendall Jones

High Hills Elementary School

Sheila Pack

Kingsbury Elementary School

Sarah Bell

Lemira Elementary School

Sharon Johnson

Hannah Peet

Pocalla Springs Elementary School

Vera Murray

Angela Burley

Stephen Sanderson

Rafting Creek Elementary School

Furman Middle School

Julie Davidson

Hillcrest Middle School

RE Davis College Preparatory Academy

Pam King

Crestwood High School

Kendra Turner

Ruth Lynette Creech

Lakewood High School

Wilder Elementary School

Sumter High School

Denise ChristmasRobinson

Sumter Career and Technology Center

Willow Drive Elementary School

Katie Huggins

Delores Tips

Oakland Primary School

Cassandra Breland James Sweat

Donna Bearor

Erica Harrell

Alicia Timmons

Shaw Heights Elementary School

Manchester Elementary School Millwood Elementary School

Ebenezer Middle School

Debra Barber

Shamekia Adams

Sumter Academy for Support and Intervention

Alice Drive Middle School Bates Middle School

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Gov. McMaster’s order allows students to opt out of mask use FROM STAFF REPORTS South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s executive order on May 11 allows parents to opt their children out of wearing masks in public schools because of widespread coronavirus vaccine access for adults in South Carolina.

Parents of children in public school must fill out a form to opt their children out. The form developed by the state Department of Health and Environmental Control is available for Sumter School District students at www.sumterschools.net.. It can also be downloaded from DHEC’s website at https://bit.ly/3eYb7az.

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The governor’s order also limits local governments from issuing mask ordinances based on his prior emergency declarations related to the COVID19 pandemic. Those governments will have to find justification for such mask rules within their own ordinances.

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R.E. Davis kindergarten teacher Lacey Thompson reads a book in the wellness room recently.

Artwork of scenic areas in the eastern portion of Sumter County was placed in the room last week.

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Summons & Notice SUMMONS AND NOTICES (Non-Jury) IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS C/A NO.: 2017-CP-43-01794 FORECLOSURE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF SUMTER Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, Plaintiff, v.

Any heirs-at-law or devisees of Robert A. England a/k/a Robert England, deceased, their heirs, Personal Representatives, Administrators, Successors and Assigns, and all other persons or entities entitled to claim through them; all unknown persons or entities with any right, title, estate, interest in or lien upon the real estate described in the complaint herein; also any persons who may be in the military service of the United States of America, being a class designated as Richard Roe; and any unknown minors, incompetent or imprisoned person, or persons under a disability being a class designated as John Doe; Sonja G. England a/k/a Sonja England; Brittany England, Defendant(s).

TO THE DEFENDANT(S) ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend by answering the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is hereby served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer on the subscribers at their offices at 3800 Fernandina Road, Suite 110, Columbia, SC 29210, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; except that the United States of America, if named, shall have sixty (60) days to answer after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to do so, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the

Summons & Notice relief demanded in the Complaint.

TO MINOR(S) OVER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE, AND/OR TO MINOR(S) UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND THE PERSON WITH WHOM THE MINOR(S) RESIDES, AND/OR TO PERSONS UNDER SOME LEGAL DISABILITY: YOU ARE FURTHER SUMMONED AND NOTIFIED to apply for the appointment of a guardian ad litem within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by Attorney for Plaintiff.

YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that Plaintiff will move for an Order of Reference or the Court may issue a general Order of Reference of this action to a Master-in-Equity/Special Referee, pursuant to Rule 53 of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure.

YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that under the provisions of S.C. Code Ann. § 29-3-100, effective June 16, 1993, any collateral assignment of rents contained in the referenced Mortgage is perfected and Attorney for Plaintiff hereby gives notice that all rents shall be payable directly to it by delivery to its undersigned attorneys from the date of default. In the alternative, Plaintiff will move before a judge of this Circuit on the 10th day after service hereof, or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard, for an Order enforcing the assignment of rents, if any, and compelling payment of all rents covered by such assignment directly to the Plaintiff, which motion is to be based upon the original Note and Mortgage herein and the Complaint attached hereto.

LIS PENDENS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an action has been or will be commenced in this Court upon complaint of the above-named Plaintiff against the above-named Defendant(s) for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage of real estate given

by Robert A. England and Sonja G. England to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Amerigroup Mortgage Corporation dated March 21, 2002 and recorded on April 5, 2002 in Book 837 at Page 1842, in the Sumter County Registry (hereinafter, "Mortgage").

Thereafter, the Mortgage was transferred to the Plaintiff herein by assignment and/or corporate merger.

The premises covered and affected by the said Mortgage and by the foreclosure thereof were, at the time of the making thereof and at the time of the filing of this notice, more particularly described in the said Mortgage and are more commonly described as: THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS POLICY IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF SUMTER, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE, PARCEL, OR LOT OF LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, IF ANY, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SUMTER, STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, BEING SHOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT # 14, AS SHOWN ON THAT CERTAIN PLAT PREPARED BY JOSEPH R. EDWARDS, RLS, DATED MARCH 14, 1986, AND RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR SUMTER COUNTY IN

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PLAT BOOK 86 AT PAGE 320, AND HAVING SUCH METES AND BOUNDS AS ARE SHOWN ON SAID PLAT, THIS DESCRIPTION BEING IN LIEU OF METES AND BOUNDS AS PERMITTED UNDER SECTION 30-5-250 OF THE 1976 CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA.

787-9678, be and hereby is appointed Attorney for any unknown Defendants who are, or may be, in the Military Service of the United States of America and as such are entitled to the benefits of the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act aka Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of 1940, and any amendments thereto, to represent and protect the interest of said Defendants,

This being the same property conveyed to Robert A. England by deed of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of Washington, D.C. dated November 12, 1984 and reocrded November 12, 1984 in book 385 at page 443 in the records for Sumter County, South Carolina.

Thereafter, Robert A. England conveyed his interest to Robert A. England and Sonja G. England, as joint tenants, with right of survivorship, and not as tenants in common, be deed dated October 27, 1998 and recorded November 2, 1998 in book 722 at page 149 in the records for Sumter County, South Carolina.

AND IT IS FURTHER ORDERED That a copy of this Order shall be forth with served upon said Defendants by publication in The Item, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Sumter, State of South Carolina, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, together with the Summons and Notice of Filing of Complaint in the above entitled action.

Brock & Scott, PLLC 3800 Fernandina Road, Suite 110 Columbia, SC 29210 Phone 844-856-6646 Fax 803-454-3451 Attorneys for Plaintiff

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Estate Notice Sumter County

Property Address: 609 N Magnolia Street, Sumter, SC 29150

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES

NOTICE OF FILING COMPLAINT

Persons having claim against the following estates are required to deliver or mail their claims to the indicated Personal Representatives, appointed to administer these estates, and to file their claims on Form #371PC with the Probate Court of Sumter County Courthouse, N. Main Street, Sumter, SC, 29150, on or before the date that is eight months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors, (unless previously barred by operation of Section 62-3-803), or such persons shall be forever barred as to heir claims. All claims are required to be presented in written statements, indicating the name and the address of the claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the amount claimed and the date when due, and a description of any security as to the claim.

TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED: YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the original Complaint, Cover Sheet for Civil Actions and Certificate of Exemption from ADR in the above entitled action was filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Sumter County on October 3, 2017. A Notice of Foreclosure Intervention was also filed in the Clerk of Court's Office.

ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN AD LITEM AND APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY It appearing to the satisfaction of the Court, upon reading the filed Petition for Appointment of Kelley Woody, Esquire as Guardian ad Litem for unknown minors, and persons who may be under a disability, and it appearing that Kelley Woody, Esquire has consented to said appointment.

Estate:/Rollie K. Jackson #2017ES4300722

Personal Representative Ellen B. Jackson 4760 Olivia Lane Pinewood, SC 29125

Estate:/Waddell Williams #2017ES4300725

FURTHER upon reading the filed Petition for Appointment of Kelley Woody, Esquire as Attorney for any unknown Defendants who may be in the Military Service of the United States of America, and may be, as such, entitled to the benefits of the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act, and any amendments thereto, and it appearing that Kelley Woody, Esquire has consented to act for and represent said Defendants, it is

Personal Representative Colette W. Terrell 1057 Crown Landing Pkwy McDonongh, GA 30252

Estate:/David L. Lee, Jr. #2017ES4300720

Personal Representative James T. Lee C/O A. Paul Weissenstein, Jr. Attorney at Law PO Box 2446 Sumter, SC 29151

ORDERED that Kelley Woody, Esquire, P.O. Box 6432, Columbia, SC 29260 phone (803) 787-9678, be and hereby is appointed Guardian ad Litem on behalf of all unknown minors and all unknown persons who may be under a disability, all of whom may have or claim to have some interest or claim to the real property commonly known as 609 N Magnolia Street, Sumter, South Carolina 29150; that she is empowered and directed to appear on behalf of and represent said Defendants, unless said Defendants, or someone on their behalf, shall within thirty (30) days after service of a copy hereof as directed, procure the appointment of Guardian or Guardians ad Litem for said Defendants.

Estate:/Vinia Gamble Williams #2017ES4300726

Personal Representative Colette Terrell 1057 Crown Landing Pkwy McDonongh, GA 30252

Estate:/Raymond Eldrid McIntosh #2017ES4300721

Personal Representative Leslie B. McIntosh 1685 Reynolds Road Pinewood, SC 29125

Estate:/Pauline Bays Calhoun #2017ES4300724

Personal Representative David A. Calhoun C/O Kenneth R. Young, Jr. Attorney at Law 23 W. Calhoun Street Sumter, SC 29150

AND IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Kelley Woody, Esquire, P.O. Box 6432, Columbia, SC 29260 phone (803)

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