http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/ Speaking of Schools is supported by the South Carolina Department of Education and broadcast Monday evenings. The half-hour show is hosted by Doug Keel and features various guests. en dkeel@scetv.org Copyright 2013 2013-05-26T23:01:28+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/a_conversation_with_t._boone_pickens/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/a_conversation_with_t._boone_pickens/#When:23:01:28Z Billionaire octogenarian T. Boone Pickens, a descendant of Andrew Pickens, traveled to the upstate several weeks ago to visit his ancestor's home in Pickens County. While in South Carolina he participated in a conversation with Clemson graduate Meredith Land, a Dallas, Texas news anchor, and students in attendance at Clemson's Brooks Center for the Performing Arts. The conversation with Ms. Land is this week's Speaking of Schools feature. 2013-05-26T23:01:28+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/a.b._b.s._degrees_online_at_uscs_palmetto_college/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/a.b._b.s._degrees_online_at_uscs_palmetto_college/#When:04:01:14Z Want to complete that degree you started, but haven't had the time? Palmetto College offers seven bachelor's programs with 100 percent of their major requirements online. This week on the podcast we'll visit with Dr. Susan Elkins, the Chancellor at the College and learn about this affordable, convenient way to take advantage of new jobs, promotions or salary increases that require a four-year degree. Palmetto College leads the way for South Carolinians to easliy fit education into their lifestyle and this week's Speaking of Schools offers considerable insight into the newly launched Palmetto College. 2013-05-20T04:01:14+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/highlights_from_the_2013_teacher_of_the_year_celebration/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/highlights_from_the_2013_teacher_of_the_year_celebration/#When:04:01:50Z We're pleased to present the highlights of the Teacher of the Year celebration held recently in Columbia on this week's podcast. The keynote address from Jack Jones, Vice President and General Manager of Boeing SC and comments from Max Metcalf, Manager for Government and Community Relations are included in the podcast, which is highlighted by comments from the 2012 Teacher of the Year Amy McAllister-Skinner and the announcement of this year's winner, Darlene Sutton of Pickens Elementary School by State Superintendent Dr. Mick Zais. You'll enjoy reliving this exciting evening on this week's Speaking of Schools! 2013-05-13T04:01:50+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/principals_of_excellence_using_data_to_inform_instruction_and_school_i/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/principals_of_excellence_using_data_to_inform_instruction_and_school_i/#When:04:01:14Z Parents, Teachers, and the school Principal: In descending order of importance, these are the most important people in determining the quality of a child's education. This week on the podcast, outstanding school leaders from the Beaufort, Ft. Mill, Richland #1, Oconee, Jasper and Dorchester #2 County School Districts, competent and caring professionals who touch the lives of students every day, are heard discussing how data plays an integral part in the instructional program and in facilitating school improvement. This podcast features the audio portion of an In Our Schools SCETV and Department of Education production. You can hear this interesting discussion on Monday's Speaking of Schools podcast! 2013-05-06T04:01:14+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/usc_16th_annual_robert_smalls_lecture_by_congressman_jim_clyburn_on_wh/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/usc_16th_annual_robert_smalls_lecture_by_congressman_jim_clyburn_on_wh/#When:04:01:25Z This week's podcast features some of the remarks by South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn delivered at USC's annual Robert Smalls Lecture in late March. It is named for Robert Smalls, a South Carolina slave, Civil War hero and congressman who had a significant impact on South Carolina with his contributions to political, education and economic reform. Clyburn, a native of Sumter, S.C., is the assistant Democratic leader in the 113th Congress and third highest ranking Democrat in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is the liaison to the appropriations committee and one of the Democratic Caucus’ primary liaisons with the White House. The university’s African American Studies Program established the Robert Smalls Lecture Series in 1997 to share the latest research and scholarship on African American studies with the community. Join us for Representative Clyburn's remarks available to listeners on Monday! 2013-04-29T04:01:25+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/south_carolina_youth_challenge_academy/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/south_carolina_youth_challenge_academy/#When:04:01:49Z The first Annual S.C. Youth At Risk Summit is coming April 29th, and on this week's podcast, you can learn more about the "South Carolina Youth ChalleNGe Academy" (the uppercase "NG" reflecting the National Guard's oversight) residential high school dropout program serving students throughout the state. It's a program wherein at-risk teenagers ages 16-19 enter a five-month "quasimilitary" academy, located at McCrady Training Facility on Ft. Jackson, and upon successful completion of the program return home with the values, skills, education, self-esteem and self-discipline to succeed as an adult. Time spent at the Youth ChalleNGe Academy is followed by a one-year mentoring phase to support the new graduates and help prevent a slide back into the self-destructive environment that led them to the academy in the first place. There are no requirements for military service. 2013-04-22T04:01:49+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/catching_up_with_sc_future_minds_and_a_preview_of_camp_wildwood_for_hi/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/catching_up_with_sc_future_minds_and_a_preview_of_camp_wildwood_for_hi/#When:04:01:32Z The folks at SC Future Minds, for years a major benefactor to public education in the state, are always busy but it seems ike as the school year winds down, they're busier than ever! This week's podcasts reviews the BB&T "This Schools Got Talent," a statewide talent contest for public school students. Over 14,000 votes were cast and the winner emerged with only a two vote margin. Hear the runner up and winner plus get a preview of the Teacher of the Year Banquet, Teacher Appreciation Month and the great opportunity afforded schools by Mullers to hold an annual "Spaghetti Night." Tenth, eleventh and rising twelfth graders will be interested to learn about Camp Wildwood which is also featured on this podcast. The Department of Natural Resources sponsors the one week residential summer camp at Kings Mountain State Park and the first 90 applicants will have a wonderful opportunity to learn about the many benefits of outdoor life. It's all on this week's Speaking of Schools podcast! 2013-04-15T04:01:32+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/teach_for_america_and_celebrate_national_library_week/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/teach_for_america_and_celebrate_national_library_week/#When:04:01:17Z This week we'll check in with Josh Bell, the Executive Director of Teach For America in SC and learn how and why the organization is experiencing unprecedented growth nationally and in the Palmetto State. The program has expanded in the two years since it came to SC, and there's more demand than ever for teachers. More recent graduates, career changers and military retirees are on their way into the classroom as the third recruiting period has passed and the program has requests for personnel in more schools than ever. Also in the podcast Curtis Rogers, Director of Communications with the SC State Library, invites listeners to attend an open house at the Library during National Library Week. The celebration  is April 14 - 17 and on the 17th from 2 until 4 pm the State Library opens its doors for behind the scenes tours and much, much more. Be sure to join us for this week's Speaking of Schools! 2013-04-08T04:01:17+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/sic_winner_announcement_and_a_chinese_language_and_culture_summer_prog/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/sic_winner_announcement_and_a_chinese_language_and_culture_summer_prog/#When:04:01:32Z Recently South Carolina School Improvement Council (SC-SIC) held its annual meeting in Columbia and a part of the program was devoted to announcing the Riley Award winner, named for former S.C. Governor and U.S. Secretary of Education Dick Riley and his late wife Tunky, which was given to the School Improvement Council at a school selected from a field of five finalists. Our conversation with a SC-SIC staff member reveals this years winner and gives a few of the reasons as to why they were chosen. We'll also acquaint you with the StarTalk at Wofford program, a summer session for select high school students which involves immersing the students in Chinese language and culture. We hope you'll join us for this informative podcast! 2013-04-01T04:01:32+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/darkness_to_light_steweards_of_children/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/show/darkness_to_light_steweards_of_children/#When:04:01:14Z This week we bring you news about an internationally successful program that has its roots in Charleston, Darkness To Light (D2L). The organization's Stewards of Children program is the only nationally available program scientifically proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child-protective behaviors. This revolutionary program is for any responsible adult who cares about the welfare of children. It is also appropriate for youth-serving organizations (sports leagues, daycare centers, after-school programs, children’s clubs, church groups and more). Hear about the national program and how one upstate school district has taken the D2L program to these other youth-serving organizations. Join us for our discussion on the next Speaking of Schools! 2013-03-25T04:01:14+00:00