Center for Educational Partnerships at USC

Read “The Lesson I Almost Missed”, a field narrative about stepping outside your comfort zone, discovering the power of connection, and what one conference taught about the value of true networking. 🔗 sc-cep.org/the-lesson-i-a…

A story about community, connection, and building a village. Read “More Than a Classroom” now: sc-cep.org/more-than-a-cl…

A story about belonging, purpose, and the power of a village designed for educators. Read “Finding Home in a Village Built for Educators” now: sc-cep.org/finding-home-i…

A story about returning home, redefining success, and finding belonging through teaching. Read “Coding a New Path” now: sc-cep.org/coding-a-new-p…

We are so proud of our Education Leadership Experience graduate, David Copeland, for being named Principal of the Year by the South Carolina Alliance of Black School Educators!

This field narrative shines a light on the power of collaboration, resilience, and long-term vision in rural South Carolina. It’s a story of community impact and the educators who make it possible. Read “Building a Legacy of Community Impact” now: sc-cep.org/building-a-leg…

This summer, the South Carolina Geographic Alliance is launching Geography & Yap, a new casual networking series for educators, geographers, and friends of geography education. 📍 First gathering: Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00–6:00 PM WECO Bottle & Biergarten, West Columbia

“SC-GEO has provided the most impactful PD of my 25-year career.” From GeoFest to AP workshops, Evan brings geography to life in the classroom and beyond. #SCGeo #GIS #APHumanGeo #SocialStudiesEd

Some lessons arrive exactly when we need them. A story about timing, trust, and the unexpected rhythms of the classroom. Read “Right On Time” now: sc-cep.org/right-on-time/

Leadership rooted in listening, collaboration, and purpose creates lasting change. Nicole Mitchell (Iota Cohort) reminds us: deep impact starts with inclusive dialogue. #ELE #Equity #ServantLeadership #FutureOfEducation

This summer, the South Carolina Geographic Alliance is launching Geography & Yap, a new casual networking series for educators, geographers, and friends of geography education. 📍 First gathering: Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00–6:00 PM WECO Bottle & Biergarten, West Columbia

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the foundation of the freedoms we hold dear. May we live with gratitude, carry their legacy forward, and never forget the cost of freedom.

From curriculum design to textbook adoption, Sara’s impact on geography education reaches far beyond her classroom. “SC Geo Alliance is always willing to go above and beyond for educators.” #SCGeo #APHumanGeo #SocialStudiesEd #EduLeadership

A story of resilience, purpose, and planting new roots through education. Read “Rooted in Education: Building a Life Where I Teach” now: sc-cep.org/rooted-in-educ…

When education and leadership align, doors open. Connections built through #ELE can lead to real influence, even at the state level.

From farms & fair trade shops in Newberry to the innovation hubs of Columbia, the IOTA cohort saw firsthand how systems grow, adapt, and serve. We celebrate the graduation of the IOTA cohort from the Education Leaders Experience!

This summer, the South Carolina Geographic Alliance is launching Geography & Yap, a new casual networking series for educators, geographers, and friends of geography education. 📍 First gathering: Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00–6:00 PM WECO Bottle & Biergarten, West Columbia

“I’ve seen how empowering teachers transforms instruction and learning.” From writing PD to new teacher coaching to SIC leadership — Lacey leads by lifting others. #LiteracyLeadership #CarolinaCAP #WINetwork #SCSIC

Deanna Taylor shares how the Education Leaders Experience challenged her thinking and expanded her leadership. If you’re ready to grow alongside a network of committed education leaders, apply now to join the Kappa Cohort of ELE. sc-cep.org/elavate/educat…

Roy Blakeney reflects on the impact of the Education Leaders Experience—where connection, reflection, and shared purpose drive leadership growth. We’re now recruiting for the Kappa Cohort of ELE. sc-cep.org/elavate/educat…