07.18.2023

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This tuition-free program uses the power of virtual learning

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A South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS) student during a live online class.

SCVCS offers a free, public school alternative to brick-and-mortar school. | Photo provided by South Carolina Virtual Charter School

Class is in session, Charleston. Are you considering a new option for your student this school year? Enter: South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS), an online school for students in grades K-12.

Accredited by Cognia, SCVCS is the state’s oldest and highest-performing online charter school, offering live, daily classes taught by state-certified teachers. The school’s attendance zone is statewide, which means any family living in SC can enroll their child free of charge.

The school’s programming provides an inclusive environment to help students gain confidence in the classroom. Parents can communicate with teachers with increased interactivity with their student’s coursework. SCVCS also offers:

An approved SC curriculum
Eligibility to participate in athletics at traditional public schools (and the option to play sports at the collegiate level after graduation)
Afterschool clubs
Social outings + meet and greets
Tutoring and learning assistance available for all students
Honors classes at the middle and high school level
Advanced Placement classes starting in high school
Dual enrollment classes for high school students through statewide partnerships

Bonus: Students can graduate with up to two years of college-level coursework completed, meaning they can finish with both a high school diploma and an Associates Degree, saving students and their families tens of thousands of dollars on post-secondary education.

Interested in learning more? See what a typical day for a SCVCS student is like and check out the FAQ page.

Learn more about enrollment

Events

Tuesday, July 18

Clean Spaces | Tuesday, July 18 | 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Lowcountry Artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Come learn about how Charleston Outdoor Adventures is working to remove plastics from South Carolina’s oceans.

Wednesday, July 19

Doggy & Me Wednesdays | Wednesday, July 19 | 3-6 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Free | Grab your pup and get ready for a night of ice cream and tail wagging.
West Ashley Farmers Market | Wednesday, July 19 | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park, 55 Sycamore Ave., Charleston | Free | Bring the whole family out for perfect way to support local growers and buy fresh produce.

Thursday, July 20

Coffee and Coloring | Thursday, July 20 | 10:30 a.m. | Free | Dorchester Road Library, 6325 Dorchester Rd., North Charleston | Coloring isn’t just for kids — relax with a cup of coffee and conversation while you create.

Calendar events here

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Community

Your ultimate guide to Charleston has arrived

Fall in love with the city even more with our Ultimate City Guide. | Graphic by 6AM City

We all know that Charleston is a special place with a never-ending supply of things to do, see, and experience. That got us thinking — we already spend our days helping you get the most out of our city. So what if we curated a collection of guides that will be updated and available anytime to help you navigate all our great city has to offer?

That’s just what we’ve done. Say hello to CHStoday’s City Guide, your ultimate digital destination for the best ways to get out there and learn about the city you love.

We’ve broken the guides into three categories:

LIVE — Schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
WORK — Top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
PLAY — Parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

That just scratches the surface. We’ve got guides to local Airbnb and Vrbo rentals, navigating the airport, volunteer opportunities around town, and even where you and your pooch can grab a drink together.

Ready to get to know your city even better? Check out the link below. And if there’s a guide you’d love to see, send us a suggestion because this list of guides will just keep growing.

Oh, and one more thing. For all you marketing folks out there, we have one exclusive sponsorship available. We will feature your brand next to everywhere the guides appear in the newsletter, website, and social media. It’s an opportunity that won’t last long, so drop us a line.

Start exploring now

News Notes

Closing

The Pickled Palate, a Mount Pleasant lunch spot located at Earthly Artifacts, is closing its doors on Saturday, July 29, due to the sale of the leased space. The location is slated to become a dentist’s office next. (WCIV)

Open

A new coffee shop, Big Kick Coffee, has opened at 476 Meeting St., focusing on thoughtful sourcing and fire-roasting techniques. The new business plans to launch classes about coffee history. (The Post and Courier)

Arts

PURE Theatre will begin its twenty-first season in August, focusing on the theme of what it means to be American. The season will feature three regional premieres and one world premiere. Learn more about the upcoming season here. (Charleston City Paper)

Plan Ahead

The Summerville Sweet Tea Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 7 p.m. Swing by downtown Summerville for a day of entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and — you guessed it — sweet tea. Stay up to date on Facebook.

Try This

This workout packed a punch. We recently tried a kickboxing class with Grit Box, and you can too. The class involved high-energy workouts, boxing, and mood music with funky lighting. Check out our experience and see how you can try 10 days of Unlimited Classes for $30.*

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

Last week, I asked about other smoothie locations I should try and y’all didn’t let me down. I can’t wait to try the Blue Dream from Nosh Cafe & Wine Bar and the Berry Blast from Tasi Bites and Blends.

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