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The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage in the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential.

Every South Carolina student graduates college-ready, career-ready, or military-ready. By 2030, at least 75% of students perform at or above grade level.

Excellence

We strive to give our best in everything we do and "focus forward" to learn from mistakes. We work relentlessly to get the job done and we hold each other accountable to achieve our mission for students.

Leadership

We understand effective leadership is built on trust and service. We inspire and motivate others to achieve their full potential by modeling transparency, humility, and integrity.

Hope

We believe in the strength, resilience, and capability of South Carolina's children. We move forward with a confident expectation that increases our courage and propels the hard work required to build futures for every student.

Free to Focus

A Phone-Free School Day

Free to Focus SC is the South Carolina Department of Education's initiative to create a phone-free school environment that fosters a positive learning experience free from electronic distractions. By prohibiting the use of personal electronic devices during the school day, this policy aims to provide an environment that enhances focus and engagement, allowing students to develop the college and career-ready skills outlined in the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate. Students will have more opportunities to engage in meaningful interactions, collaborate with peers, and cultivate the essential skills necessary for success in college, careers, and life.

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Free to Focus

South Carolina State Superintendent of Education

Ellen E. Weaver