Center for Educational Partnerships

Thank you to Half Full in Newberry for hosting our ELE cohort for lunch.

Grateful to Bowers Farm in Pomeria SC for hosting our ELE Iota cohort this morning.

Honored to Celebrate Excellence in Education As previous recipients of the WhatWorksSC Award, we are proud to represent CarolinaTIP at this year’s 2024 WhatWorksSC Award Celebration Luncheon! It’s a privilege to continue the legacy of celebrating innovative programs that transform the future of education in South Carolina. Congratulations to the incredible programs being recognized this year, especially Spark! Inspiring Tomorrow’s Readers Through Drama for taking home the top honor! We look forward to learning from you and the finalists, Camp iRock and Student DREAMers Alliance, on how to continue strengthening public education for all students. #WhatWorksSC #EducationExcellence #CarolinaTIP #InnovativeEducation #SupportingEducators #ImpactfulPrograms

From the Inquiry Matters conference to the Education Leaders Experience (ELE) and Classroom Catalyst Grants, CEP offers various programs designed to empower educators and enhance student outcomes. Learn more about these initiatives and how they make a difference in South Carolina schools. #TeacherDevelopment #EdLeadership #USCEducation #PartneringWithPurpose

Empowering Educators to Reach Every Student At mCrED, we’re committed to helping teachers personalize their professional learning. With our competency-based micro-credentials, educators like Cathy Lacey feel better equipped to meet the diverse needs of their students. Discover how personalized, job-embedded learning can transform your classroom! #TeacherDevelopment  #MicroCredentials #EducationInnovation #EdLeadership #PersonalizedLearning #PartnerswithPurpose

At mCrED, we are committed to enhancing professional development for early educators through innovative micro-credentialing. This approach empowers educators and strengthens the foundation of quality care and education for our youngest learners. Join us in advancing professional growth and transforming the landscape of early childhood education: https://lnkd.in/gE7jHig4 #MicroCredentials #EarlyEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #CarolinaCrED #Innovation #PartnerswithPurpose

Celebrating a 7-Year Partnership of Impact!    We’re proud to highlight the incredible work and continued partnership between the Center for Educational Partnerships (CEP) and Colonial Life. Through collaboration, we’ve reached over 200 participants from the US, Ireland, and the UK at the recent Unum Community Circle event.    Cindy Van Buren, Ph.D., Director of CEP, shared insights into how we catalyze innovation, elevate best practices, and position educators to drive meaningful change in South Carolina’s K-12 schools. Here are some highlights from our ongoing initiatives:    📈 CarolinaTIP: Thanks to this innovative support program, over 90% of participating teachers have remained in the classroom.  💡 Classroom Catalyst Grants: In partnership with Colonial Life, we empower educators with $1,000 to enhance inquiry-based learning.  🎓 Apple Core Initiative: Opening doors for historically underrepresented high school students to join the teaching profession.  🌟 Education Leaders Experience (ELE): A ten-month program growing leadership in South Carolina’s educators.    Together, we’re making a difference in the lives of teachers, students, and communities! 🙌 #CEPPartnership #EducationalImpact #CommunityCircle #PartneringWithPurpose

Attention High School Educators! The Classroom Catalyst Grants are now available to support innovative, inquiry-based classroom projects. Receive up to $1,000 in funding to foster student engagement, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills—preparing students for future careers and post-secondary success. All certified staff from eligible South Carolina districts in grades 9-12 can apply. Don’t miss out—applications close September 30th! Eligible Districts include: • Calhoun • Chester • Fairfield • Kershaw • Lexington (One, Two, Three, Four, Richland Five) • Newberry • Orangeburg • Richland (One, Two) Ready to take your classroom projects to the next level? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/guGZmv_H #TeacherGrants #StudentCenteredLearning #InnovativeEducation #CareerReady #EducationGrants #SCGraduates

Join the CarolinaCrEDCore team to learn more about how to personalize your district's professional learning.

 The Education Leaders Experience (ELE) is a ten-month, community-based outreach program designed to enhance the skills of South Carolina’s education professionals. In partnership with Colonial Life, ELE provides participants with unique experiences that expand their impact as leaders. Learn more about how ELE is shaping the future of education in SC. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e8QGAaTK #EducationLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth #USCEducation #PartneringWithPurpose