SCETV Launches Palmetto Pencil Project to Support Teachers and Classrooms Across the State

Press Release

As the school year begins, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is thrilled to announce the launch of the Palmetto Pencil Project, a statewide teacher supply drive aimed at supporting educators and classrooms across South Carolina. This initiative underscores SCETV’s commitment to education and community engagement, with regional studios acting as donation centers to collect essential supplies for teachers in local school districts.

SCETV regional studios in Columbia, Spartanburg, Rock Hill, Beaufort and Sumter will serve as donation locations to collect supplies during the drive, which will take place from Aug. 21 – 25. Supplies can be dropped off at each location between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Drop-off Locations

• South Carolina ETV: 1041 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia, 29201
• ETV Carolinas: 452 South Anderson Rd., Rock Hill, 29730
• ETV Sumter: 18 North Harvin Street, Sumter, 29150
• ETV Upstate: 800 University Way (Media Center on USC Upstate’s Campus), Spartanburg, 29303
• ETV Lowcountry: 925 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort, 29902

During this time, individuals and communities are encouraged to donate supplies such as pens, pencils, paper and binders. The Palmetto Pencil Project aims to collect a variety of essential supplies that directly benefit teachers in the classroom and enhance the learning experience for students.

South Carolina school districts participating in this inaugural initiative include Jasper County School District, Spartanburg School District 2, Sumter School District, Rock Hill School District and Richland School District 1. Once the collection week is complete, SCETV will distribute the donated supplies to the school districts.

For more information about the Palmetto Pencil Project, including supply lists and drop-off locations, please visit scetv.org/PalmettoPencilProject.

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