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Future Ready

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Empowering students to discover their potential and prepare for a successful future 

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PURPOSE

DRIVEN PROFILES

Our educators go beyond teaching — they inspire, motivate and transform. Our students are future ready. They are competitive, adaptable, innovative and ready to make a positive impact in the world.

Keighley George

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Empowering and Inspiring Young Learners

Lead interventionist Keighley George is the sole 2024-2025 South Carolina winner of the prestigious Milken Educator Award, often referred to as the "Oscar of Teaching."

Richland Two Communications

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Five National Awards - One Outstanding Team

The Richland Two Communications and Strategic Partnerships Department has been recognized with five national awards from the National School Public Relations Association.

Coach Ezekiel Washington

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Blythewood High's Coach Joins the SCBCA Hall of Fame

Blythewood’s Coach Zeke Washington, one of South Carolina’s most respected basketball coaches, has earned induction into the SCBCA Hall of Fame.

Jelayne King

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District Teacher of the Year

Jelayne King of Pontiac Elementary inspires growth, cultivates excellence, and represents the best of Richland Two in education. 

Richland Two Emerging Leaders

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Compellingly Leading The Way

Dr. Kedralyn Folk and Brandon Reeder are among an elite list of educators in the Emerging Leaders Class of 2024-2025.

Barbara Turner

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District Magnet Director Appointed to National Position

Barbara Turner, Director of Magnet Programs for Richland School District Two has been named Region IV Director at Magnet Schools of America (MSA).

Signature Learning

Choice is the hallmark of Richland Two schools. Our programs immerse students in distinctive and captivating learning opportunities that go beyond the ordinary.

AVID Program Inspires a Culture of Achievement and Leadership

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From classroom goals to real-world success - AVID delivers.

Richland Two Students Sign as Midlands Youth Apprentices

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On August 1, 2025, Richland Two proudly welcomed its newest signees into the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program.

Afterschool STEM at Catawba Trail Gets $20K Boost

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Catawba Trail Elementary received a $20,000 gift from the Let’s Share Foundation to launch a new afterschool STEM club.

More Good News for Richland Two Magnet Programs

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Magnet Schools of America certified the Center for Inquiry, while six other Richland Two schools earned Nationally Certified-Demonstration status.

Richland Two Students Achieve Higher SCReady Scores Across All Grade Levels

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SCReady scores rise! Richland Two students meet or exceed expectations in Math and ELA.

Certified Magnet School

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CFA students are proud to show off their National Certified Magnet School. 

Richland Northeast High | Palmetto Center for the Arts

Palmetto Center for the Arts is the Visual and Performing Arts Magnet for Richland School District Two. The program, which includes dance, music, theatre and visual arts, is nationally recognized.

Sandlapper Elementary | Computer Science Immersion School

The Computer Science Magnet Program prepares students in work, life and citizenship by providing computer science coding skills to become effective collaborators and communicators.

Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary | ACE Magnet

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ACE students learn financial literacy 

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27,489

enrollment (pk-12) 

As of 10/22/25

12.3%

of Richland Two's more than 28,000 students are military affiliated

86.7%

2023-2024 Graduation rate (above the state’s rate of 82.2%)

$183M+

college scholarships offered to the class of 2024

31

Nationally Certified Magnet Programs

1288

students enrolled in dual-enrollment classes last year

our core values

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We establish an environment where every student will have a deep sense of belonging built on meaningful positive relationships with caring adults; on trust that has been cultivated and maintained; where students learn, play, explore and dream in environments where their cultures and voices are heard, respected and used to help them achieve their highest potential.

learning

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We provide students an education with meaningful and appropriately challenging learning experiences. Engagement in such experiences results in the attainment of knowledge and skills that ensure success both in school and beyond

continuous improvement

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We support and encourage continuous improvement through data analysis, feedback, and the ongoing effort to improve student outcomes. Richland Two promotes continuous improvement in its approach to excellence in schools and beyond. Students benefit from innovative methods that have been studied, vetted, and improved upon annually.

joy

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We value the practice of honoring our accomplishments. Sharing in the joy of a job well done promotes future success. A joyful environment produces happy and productive students who embrace innovation, collaborative partnerships and learning.