The objective of Dabo’s All In Team Foundation’s Grant Program is to provide local, South Carolina- based organizations in need of monetary support an opportunity to receive funding in order to execute projects that fit within Dabo's All In Team Foundation's mission statement, which is to raise awareness of critical education and health issues in order to change lives of people across the state of South Carolina. The foundation especially sought projects for funding which addressed the aspects of health, wellness and education in making a positive impact on their community. LSC submitted a grant application in late August, including 12 grant narratives, a budget, and appendix items requesting the full maximum amount in funding. As part of this highly competitive grant, non-profit organizations apply in the school category had to provide a clear, concise, and comprehensive plan regarding the school’s educational model, governance & management capacity, and community need. The grant funding will cover three projects during LSC’s launch phase that include: Providing each scholar their first uniform free of charge Organizing & executing a home visits program Supporting the work of engaging admitted scholars and their families through the first day of school “Strong, effective charter schools all around the country are giving young people a solid education and hope for a better future, but we know charter schools are not automatically strong and effective,” says Chairman Greg A. Thompson. Mr. Thompson says, “startup schools need nurturing and ongoing support in order to succeed. Grant opportunities like the ones provided by Dabo’s All In Team Foundation are crucial to our board’s mission of creating and sustaining an alternative, high-quality public education option for families across Sumter.” Read the entire press replace, here.

LSC's Founding Executive Dr. Graham recently shared his 90-day Executive Report with key stakeholders. Below is a video overview of his presentation. To view the full report, click here. (PDF)

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On Friday, Oct. 30, Liberty STEAM Charter School's leadership team, board members and volunteers held a drive-thru Trick-or-treat event at five locations across Sumter, including our Primary Academy Campus located at 15 School Street. Our team handed out candy along with flyers as participants drove through each location. We would like to thank Jehovah Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, the NORTH Hope Center, the Birnie Hope Center along with all our volunteers. What a fun evening! It was great to see everyone dressed up and we enjoyed seeing your smiling faces. Stay connected with Liberty STEAM Charter School on your favorite social media platform and make sure to visit our website LibertySteamCharter.org for the latest updates.

Ben Griffith, owner of a State Farm Insurance agency, was unanimously elected by LSC Founding Board of Directors as the board's new secretary. Griffith has been part of the leadership team with Liberty STEAM Charter since the inception of its planning committee nearly one year ago. Read more of The Sumter Item's coverage, here.

During its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 19, the Liberty STEAM Charter Founding Board of Directors unanimously approved Dr. Latasha Carter as the Founding Director of Advocacy & Engagement. With the addition of Dr. Carter, who is from Austin, Texas, LSC’s Senior Leadership Team expands from two to three individuals. Welcome to Sumter, Dr. Carter. Learn more about Dr. Cater: Professional Biography Resume Press Release announcing Dr. Carter

Make plans to stop by and see us at one of four locations around town on Friday, Oct. 30.

Things are picking up "steam" at Liberty STEAM Charter - Sumter's first tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school! If you have a social media account, would you consider posting the attached image to show your support of our community's newest public school? Also, consider tagging the school and use the hashtag #PotentialMeetsOpportunity. Feel free to include a personalized message about why you support LSC. We will select a few of those who post to win a special door prize! You can also help us to spread the word that our initial K-1 scholar enrollment period is OPEN! Dozens of in-person or virtual Family Preview Sessions are scheduled throughout the next eight weeks for prospective parents to learn more about the story, mission and model of LSC. Parents who complete the short online lottery application by November 30 will be included in the initial lottery. Thank you for your continued support!

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Family Preview Sessions are designed for you to get information ... knowledge is power! The only way to make an informed choice for your child/children is to get accurate information. If you are or know of a parent with a kindergarten or first-grade child in the Fall of 2021 who is interested in learning more about Sumter's newest public school, then these sessions are designed with you in mind! We invite you to sign up today for one of 11 "sneak peek" Family Preview Sessions that are scheduled for the dates/times below. During this time, you will learn more about the specifics of the LSC educational model including information about our mission, scholar expectations, academic model, core values & beliefs, options for your child, what you can expect in being a part of the LSC family, enrollment & lottery procedures, and so much more! Due to Covid-19 safety protocols, space is limited. Individuals who wish to participate should reserve a seat in one of the 11 scheduled "sneak peek" sessions by clicking here or using the link below. PLEASE help us spread the word to other prospective parents about this unique opportunity to learn more about Sumter's newest public education option! September 25 - 9 a.m., Noon, and 3 p.m. September 28 - 9 a.m., Noon, 3 p.m and 6 p.m. September 29 - 9 a.m., Noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. *Only sign up for one session. **All sessions will be held at CCTC Advanced Manufacturing Training Center (853 Broad Street). Please help us share this information! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the LSC administrative office to speak with a school leader (803-569-1217). BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY, by visiting: https://bit.ly/3iMqiTH We believe that it’s important for prospective parents to become informed about the uniqueness behind LSC’s educational model before making a decision. The only way to make an informed choice for your child/children is to get accurate information. We have designed Family Preview Sessions as a way for prospective parents to learn more about LSC's mission, scholar expectations, core values & beliefs, being a part of the family, options for your child, project-based & personalized learning academic model, enrollment & lottery procedures, and much more will all be presented. ​ To view all upcoming sessions, click here.

All nine members of the LSC Founding Board of Directors officially completed the statute-required board member orientation certification facilitated by the Public Charter Alliance of South Carolina. The training included topics such as: effective charter boards, holding productive meetings, board member responsibilities, student achievement, charter finance & fiscal responsibilities, hiring for success and legal compliance.

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