http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/ Connections is SCETV's weekly series and online discussion about issues that affect the South Carolina minority population. The show airs weekly on most ETV stations - Sundays at 3:00 p.m. en tpolite@scetv.org Copyright 2013 2013-05-31T22:30:05+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/hispanics_and_jobs/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/hispanics_and_jobs/#When:22:30:05Z Hispanics are now the largest minority group in the United States. Many of them come to the States to work hard at whatever job they can find. But are they taking jobs from American citizens? We will talk about it on the next Connections. 2013-05-31T22:30:05+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/summer_learning_and_fun/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/summer_learning_and_fun/#When:22:30:04Z Connections will explore efforts being made by public educators and private companies, to keep students afloat academically during the summer months. 2013-05-24T22:30:04+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/the_fashion_industry_in_south_carolina/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/the_fashion_industry_in_south_carolina/#When:22:30:36Z Connections travels back to Charleston, South Carolina for their annual Charleston Fashion Week. We will give you the highlights from the event, and will also explore the world of fashion in South Carolina. 2013-05-17T22:30:36+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/growing_older_and_better_in_south_carolina/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/growing_older_and_better_in_south_carolina/#When:22:30:21Z People are living longer. Many "Baby Boomers" are caring for older parents, learning about reverse mortgages, and taking advantage of programs to help seniors. On this episode of Connections, we will learn how businesses, organizations, communities and S.C. legislators are introducing laws, and adjusting to the needs of an older population. 2013-05-10T22:30:21+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/benefits_for_veterans/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/benefits_for_veterans/#When:14:00:23Z There are nearly 413,000 veterans in South Carolina. However, some of them are not receiving the benefits they deserve. Don't miss this informative episode of Connections to find out what benefits are available to veterans. 2013-05-03T14:00:23+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/legislative_update_charter_schools/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/legislative_update_charter_schools/#When:22:30:35Z In recent months, there has been a lot in the news about the state's effort to close down a Charter School.  On this edition of Connections, we will learn more about Charter Schools in South Carolina.  We will also speak with S.C. legislators about issues being discussed during the 2013 Legislative Session.  Guests include Wayne Brazell, Superintendent, S.C. Public Charter School District, Vince Ford, Board Member, Richland School District One, Senator Darrell Jackson, District 21, Richland County, and Representative Mia S. McLeod, District 79, Richland County. 2013-04-26T22:30:35+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/black_male_educators/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/black_male_educators/#When:23:30:45Z When it comes to educating our children, it seems as if women dominate the classroom and the administration leaving most of the students without that positive male role model. CONNECTIONS highlights some positive and influential black male educators who have special qualities that are needed in the classroom to inspire young people in the right direction. 2013-04-19T23:30:45+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/social_media_its_inpact_on_our_lives/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/social_media_its_inpact_on_our_lives/#When:22:30:50Z Are you on FaceBook? Do you "tweet" constantly, using Twitter? On this episode, Connections talks with social media experts who will give detailed accounts on what social media is, how this powerful new communications tool is being used, its impact on our lives, and sometimes, even our shopping habits. 2013-04-12T22:30:50+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/fun_ways_to_stay_fit/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/fun_ways_to_stay_fit/#When:23:30:48Z We all want to be healthy and like what we see in the mirror, but for many of us that means making some changes in the way we live, especially moving more. On this edition of CONNECTIONS we'll show you fun ways to stay fit. 2013-04-05T23:30:48+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/south_carolina_schools_working_hard_to_make_the_grade_pt._ii/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/connections/show/south_carolina_schools_working_hard_to_make_the_grade_pt._ii/#When:22:30:14Z Connections will continue the discussion with parents and educators about what South Carolina schools are doing to ensure quality education for students in the Palmetto State. 2013-03-29T22:30:14+00:00