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Watch interview, Historic local female student athletes
South Aiken High School Senior Sarah Johnson and Aiken High School Senior Natasha Dicks raise the bar and set historic records for academics and athletic achievements Watch Donna's interview with them this week inside of Education Matters on ASTV Channel 95 … [Read More...]
Scholarship for high school seniors
The East Central Savannah River Area (ECSRA) Chapter of the Blacks in Government provides scholarships to eligible high school students to assist them in advancing their education. This year, ECSRA will award three scholarships to CSRA students graduating from high school and attending a college, … [Read More...]
Behind closed doors of our schools?
When was the last time you stepped into a public school? You might be surprised what you would find. Read my latest column recently printed in The Aiken Standard. http://www.aikenstandard.com/article/20130428/AIK02/130429517/1018/AIK02/column-behind-closed-doors-of-schools Please share it … [Read More...]
Finding money for College
Need scholarships or grants for college and you live in South Carolina? Attached is a presentation prepared by Dr. Karen Woodfaulk, director of Student Services for South Carolina's Commission for Higher Education. If you are a traditional or nontraditional student needing money for college, … [Read More...]
How can we make our communities better?
By Donna Moore Wesby Special series article published in The Aiken Standard, Friday, March 9, 2012 When I was asked to write an editorial sharing my thoughts to the question "How can we make our communities better," I pondered many thoughts. This question is quite familiar in that … [Read More...]
Preparing for College takes effort
Preparation for college is a long journey that does not just begin once a student enters high school. Developing a mindset where a student has aspirations of attending college is influenced by a number of factors, including home life, one’s educational success at an early age, exposure to … [Read More...]
Education Matters to Parents Who Are Involved
By Donna Moore Wesby The following practical advice for parents of elementary school children was written and compiled by Donna Moore Wesby with some contributions from Ms. Rosie Berry, Ms. Peggy Trivelas, and “The Parent Institute” newsletters. Generally, involved parents make the … [Read More...]
EdMatt study tips
Getting good grades does not just magically happen. You must sincerely dedicate time and effort into becoming a good student, which then helps you receive good grades. Practicing effective study tips is a key component to receiving good grades. Here are just a few tips. However, make sure … [Read More...]
Is athletics more important than academics?
Are you ready for some ... ? We know what comes next - "football!" Tis' the season when towns of all sizes come to life as football season nears. Local newspapers revere star athletes as front page articles and banner ads plaster the news that it's football season. Whether it's local or national … [Read More...]
ED Matt Forum: What Every Student Athlete Needs To Know
Pictures from the "Education Matters: What Every Student-Athlete Needs to Know" forum at Midland Valley High School Wednesday. Panelists included Former NFL player Troy Williamson, DeAngelo Bryant (NFL recruiter) and Randy Warrick (USC Aiken athletic director), Celestine Peters (NCAA … [Read More...]
Essay Contest Photos
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