Posts by Becci
Modjeska Simkins School to offer weekly class on Afrikan history July 12–Aug. 23
Since 2023, Dr. Burnett Kwadwo Gallman has been teaching Afrikan history to Modjeska Simkins School students during its spring session. This year, for the first time, the school is opening his lecture series to the general public. The seven-part series … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
Got talent? Let’s see it!
GROW will hold its first-ever open mic night on Thursday, April 30, 7:30–9:30pm. Depending on interest, it may become a monthly feature, along with our regular music workshops. (Jazz 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 8–10. Blues 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 7:30–10:30. Note that … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
Deep Dive March 29 on Zoom: tracking white nationalism in America
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Jennifer Taylor back to the Modjeska Simkins School on Sunday afternoon for the 4th Deep Dive of the semester. Dr. Taylor earned her PhD at USC, and is an AssociateProfessor of Public History at Duquesne University. … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
Last call for Modjeska Simkins School’s spring session
If you’ve been thinking about attending the Modjeska Simkins School, you have until Wednesday, Feb. 25, to apply. If you sign up, you will be joining what’s shaping up to be a diverse and dynamic class. It includes teachers, musicians, veterans, … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
As an investment in SC public education, the Modjeska Simkins School is waiving tuition for educators
[ad_1] Dr. Robert Greene II, who teaches history at Claflin and is the lead instructor for Modjeska Simkins School, awards Bernadette Hampton her certificate at last year’s graduation ceremony in Columbia. The Modjeska Simkins School, now in its 11th year of … Continue reading → [ad_2] Source linkRead More
Why they went back to school, and what they learned
As we prepare for the spring session of the Modjeska Simkins School, we wanted to offer the testimonials of former students so that it might inspire others to sign up for this year’s course. Classes meet Mondays evenings March 2 … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
Three ways YOU can help teach truth in South Carolina
George Orwell reportedly said, “In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” As we approach the 250th anniversary of America’s founding by revolutionaries, we need more truth, not less. Our school is dedicated to doing just … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More
Satellite sites offer students more ways to attend the Modjeska Simkins School’s 11th session
The Modjeska Simkins School is now accepting applications for its spring semester, which runs from March 2 through June 22. Classes meet Monday evenings in Columbia, on Zoom, and via live broadcast at five satellite sites. Expanding on last year’s … Continue reading → Source link www.scpronet.comRead More