Richland Two educators recognize that education is a calling and each possesses a passion for helping students achieve success. Learn more about the dedicate professionals who inspire students and each other every day.
Karis Mazyck
Middle School Principal of the Year
Blythewood Middle School's Karis Mazyck was named the 2024 South Carolina Middle-Level Principal of the Year by The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA)
Dr. Sabina Mosso-Taylor
South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year
Jackson Creek Elementary School's Dr. Sabina Mosso Taylor was named the 2024 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA)
Valente' Gibson
2023-2024 Scholastic! Teacher Fellow
Valente' Gibson, a third-grade teacher at Jackson Creek Elementary School, will influence will collaborate with Scholastic Education Solutions’ product development, research, and publishing teams for the duration of the school year.
Harrison Love & Timel Benton
Representation Matters
Round Top Elementary teachers Harrison Love and Timel Benton empower all of their students to overcome and thrive. Each day they show their students that being hearing impaired shouldn't hold them back from achieving.
ShaQuana Bracey
From Teacher Cadet to Classroom Star
ShaQuana Bracey developed a love for children during her high school teacher cadet class. The relationships she builds with her students and their families fuel the successes in her classroom.
Jeff O'Shields
The Man, the Myth, the Legend
Jeff O'Shields' science classes are the stuff of legend. His passion for teaching and science are infectious.
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.
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
ACE students learn financial literacy
Westwood High | Cyber Security
Cybersecurity is the wave of the future. Students will be ahead of the game and will be ready to compete in the workforce.
Spring Valley High | Discovery and Explorations
Spring Valley High magnets are committed to cultivating, energizing, and graduating high-achieving high school graduates.
Richland Northeast High | Three Magnets, One School
Performers, journalists, artists and high-achievers all find a place within Richland Northeast High's magnet programs.
Joseph Keels Elementary | Strings Project Partnership
Thanks to a partnership with the University of South Carolina Joseph Keels Elementary students are learning to make music and explore
Our BMS Chargers will participate in state testing: SC READY (South Carolina College and Career Ready Assessments). The testing schedule is as follows:
Testing Tips & Reminders:
Ensure students get a good night's sleep each night of testing.
Provide a healthy breakfast each morning of testing.
Arrive at school on time. Testing will begin at 8:30 each day of testing.
Avoid student absences and/or scheduling appointments during testing hours.
Students may not be in possession of electronic devices during these secure state assessments. All devices must be turned off during testing. Devices include, but are not limited to; cell phones, wireless earbuds, and smart watches. Anything with wireless and bluetooth connectivity is prohibited during testing.
We are grateful for your ongoing assistance in enabling our teachers and students to strive for EXCELLENCE every day, particularly during this crucial testing period.