South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to announce the network received 11 nominations across 10 different categories for the Public Media Awards presented by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA).
Each year, the Public Media Awards honor NETA member stations’ work in the categories of community engagement, content, education, and marketing and communications. Entries must have been created, produced, published or broadcast between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.
Except for the overall excellence categories, stations from across the U.S. compete within divisions based on station size. Awards were judged by a group of expert panelists from within the public media system, as well as industry professionals working outside of public media.
SCETV programs and projects chosen as finalists for 58th Annual Public Media Awards and their categories include:
Education, Educational Resources for the Classroom
When I See Myself, I See…
Teacher Professional Learning
SCETV Asynchronous Professional Development
Community Engagement, Kids & Family
CTRL + ALT + CREATE
Marketing & Communications, Special Event
SC Public Radio's Sound Shift Launch
Marketing & Communications, Promotion
IMPACT South Carolina: The Silver Tsunami
Our Story, Too: Women, Native Americans and African Americans in the Revolutionary War
Content, Education
History in a Nutshell
Content, Podcast
The AUXdacity
Overall Excellence in Education
ALL IN. ALL YEAR. - Overall Excellence in Education
Overall Excellence in Community Engagement
Connecting South Carolina: Community Engagement Across the Palmetto State
Overall Excellence in Marketing & Communications
Connecting Communities: SCETV's Integrated Marketing Experience
Winners for the 58th Annual Public Media Awards will be announced on Sept. 13 during the 2026 NETA Conference.
For more information on the Public Media Awards and to view the full list of finalists, visit the NETA website.
QUOTES
“Earning 11 nominations across 10 categories is a meaningful recognition of the breadth and impact of our team’s work. From supporting educators and engaging families to sharing stories that connect South Carolinians and strengthening how SCETV communicates with its audiences, these nominations reflect the creativity and dedication our staff bring to every project.” –SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell
“These nominations showcase the collaboration, creativity and care that go into the work happening across SCETV. The projects recognized span education, community engagement, marketing and communications, and content, reflecting the many ways our team works to connect with and serve South Carolinians. We are grateful to NETA for recognizing these efforts and proud of the staff and partners who made them possible.” –SCETV Assistant General Manager/Deputy Director Dr. Stephanie Cook
FAST FACTS
- SCETV received nominations for 11 Public Media Awards across 10 different categories.
- Winners will be announced on Sept. 13 during the 2026 NETA Conference.
- The Public Media Awards honor NETA member stations’ work in the categories of community engagement, content, education, and marketing and communications.
- For more information on the Public Media Awards, visit the NETA website.
About South Carolina ETV and Public Radio
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working toward creating a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. In addition to airing local programs, such as The Know Show, Making It Grow, and This Week in South Carolina, SCETV also presents multiple programs to regional and national audiences, including Books By The River, After Action, Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, Reel South and Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis.
Media Contact
Landon Masters
media@scetv.org
(803) 737-3337
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio nominated for 11 Public Media Awards (PDF)
