--- title: "Rock Hill Schools & Education News" url: https://www.hererockhill.com/here-education/ date: 2026-04-09T13:34:26-04:00 modified: 2026-04-18T18:41:46-04:00 author: "" site: "HERERockHill" attribution: "HERERockHill" --- # Rock Hill Schools & Education News *Source: [HERERockHill](https://www.hererockhill.com/here-education/) — April 9, 2026 by * HERE Spartanburg — Education Coverage # Spartanburg Schools News Schools, Colleges, Careers & Education News — Spartanburg County's 7 Districts From kindergarten at Jesse Boyd Elementary to a degree at Wofford or USC Upstate — HERE Education covers every school, deadline, and funding opportunity across Spartanburg County's 7 independent districts. Use our Right School Right Neighborhood quiz, search the full directory, and track what matters. [School Finder Quiz](#school-matcher) [Search Schools](#school-directory) [Education News](#edu-news) [Deadlines](#edu-deadlines) [Featured Programs](#featured-programs) [Decision Maker](#decision-maker) [Online Education](#online-education) Presenting Sponsor [Your Business Here — Reach Every Family in Spartanburg County](/advertise/) Updated weekly  ·  Spartanburg, SC  ·  7 School Districts  ·  5 Colleges Spartanburg County operates seven fully independent K-12 school districts — more than any comparably sized county in South Carolina. **Spartanburg School District 1** covers Campobello, Gramling, Inman, Landrum, and Chesnee, anchored by Chapman and Landrum high schools. **District 2** serves the high-growth Boiling Springs corridor. **District 3** spans Glendale, Pacolet, and Cowpens. **District 4** serves the Woodruff area. **District 5** feeds Duncan, Lyman, Reidville, and Wellford into **James F. Byrnes High School**, one of Upstate South Carolina's largest campuses. **District 6** covers Roebuck and the Anderson Mill Road corridor, feeding into **Dorman High School**. **District 7** encompasses the city of Spartanburg, centering on **Spartanburg High School**. Seven elected boards, seven separate budgets, seven sets of policy decisions — all within one county. Beyond the public-school system, Spartanburg County hosts a higher-education ecosystem that rivals metro areas many times its size. **Wofford College** — 1,800 students — competes at the Division I FCS level in the **Southern Conference**, with **Gibbs Stadium** filling every fall. **Converse University**, formerly Converse College, went fully co-ed in 2021 after 130 years as a women's institution. **USC Upstate** enrolls roughly 6,000 students in the **Big South Conference**, with a College of Education that supplies teachers directly to Spartanburg County classrooms. **Spartanburg Community College** operates multiple campuses — including the Tyger River site in Duncan — with certificates, associate degrees, and dual-enrollment pathways. **Spartanburg Methodist College** offers two-year and bachelor-level programs. **Sherman College of Chiropractic** draws graduate students nationwide for its accredited Doctor of Chiropractic degree. South Carolina's public-school governance flows through the **SC Department of Education** under State Superintendent **Ellen Weaver**, which administers **SC READY** assessments each spring and enforces the **Read to Succeed Act** — requiring third-grade reading proficiency before promotion. Each of Spartanburg's seven districts has an independently elected school board setting local millage within the **SC General Assembly's K-12 funding formula**, which weights per-pupil dollars for poverty, disability, and English-learner status. The **SC High School League (SCHSL)** governs interscholastic athletics in 1A–5A tiers, placing Dorman and Byrnes at the top while Landrum and Chesnee compete at 1A–2A. Teacher pay begins at the state minimum and is locally supplemented — making salaries a perennial flashpoint at budget hearings across all seven boards. HERESpartanburg tracks every open school-board meeting across all seven districts — agendas, votes, and budget summaries published before local papers. Our reporters cover graduation rates and **SC READY** scores by district; teacher-contract negotiations; the deployment of school resource officers on every Spartanburg County campus; SAT and ACT data; Title I funding allocations; building bond referenda; and the Friday Night Football calendar that runs August through November. The private and charter sector gets equal coverage: **Spartanburg Day School**, **Meeting Street Academy**, and **Spartanburg Charter School** each serve families choosing alternatives to the district system. From dual-enrollment windows at **Spartanburg Community College** to faculty announcements at **Wofford College** — if it happens in a Spartanburg classroom, on a Spartanburg campus, or at a district school-board dais, it is HERE. DEADLINES 60dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSCC Fall Registration Opens•PassedDistrict 1 Enrollment — Landrum & Chapman•PassedDistrict 2 Enrollment — Boiling Springs & Chesnee•PassedDistrict 5 Enrollment — Byrnes HS Zone•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•TODAYSCC Dual Enrollment — Summer Session•14dSC School of Math & Science — Applications•184dWofford Spring Admission•92dUSC Upstate Fall 2026 Applications•PassedDistrict 7 Open Enrollment — City of Spartanburg•60dSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSCC Fall Registration Opens•PassedDistrict 1 Enrollment — Landrum & Chapman•PassedDistrict 2 Enrollment — Boiling Springs & Chesnee•PassedDistrict 5 Enrollment — Byrnes HS Zone•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•TODAYSCC Dual Enrollment — Summer Session•14dSC School of Math & Science — Applications•184dWofford Spring Admission•92dUSC Upstate Fall 2026 Applications•PassedDistrict 7 Open Enrollment — City of Spartanburg• Latest Coverage ## Education News 🏫 District 7 ### Spartanburg District 7 budget hearing scheduled for March Community members invited to weigh in on the proposed 2026–27 budget for Spartanburg City Schools. March 10, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 District 6 ### Dorman HS renovation project breaks ground in District 6 The $24M renovation of Dorman High School — Spartanburg County's largest — officially kicked off this week. March 8, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 💻 College ### SCC launches AI Workforce Certificate program this fall Spartanburg Community College's new 12-week AI certificate is WIOA-eligible and designed for working adults. March 6, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 Wofford ### Wofford College receives $5M STEM endowment gift A Spartanburg-based family foundation has donated $5 million to expand Wofford's science and engineering programs. March 5, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🌸 Scholarships ### SC WINS scholarship expansion benefits Upstate students The SC WINS workforce scholarship is expanding eligibility — hundreds of Spartanburg County residents may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 District 5 ### District 5 rezoning proposal affects Byrnes attendance zone A proposed boundary change in District 5 could shift more than 400 students ahead of the 2026–27 school year. March 1, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) **Submit an Education Tip** Know something we should cover? Board meeting, school news, or funding opportunity? Submit Tip Section Sponsor [Sponsor Education News — Reach Spartanburg Families](/advertise/) Interactive Tool ## Right School. Right Neighborhood. HERE! Tell us what matters to your family — schools, community feel, budget — and we'll match you to the right Spartanburg neighborhood. Step 1 of 6 ### What grades are you shopping schools for? ✓ PreK / KindergartenAges 4–6 ✓ Elementary (1–5)Ages 6–11 ✓ Middle School (6–8)Ages 11–14 ✓ High School (9–12)Ages 14–18 ✓ Not school age yet — planning aheadFuture family planning Continue → Step 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you in a school? (Select up to 3) ✓ Academic PerformanceTest scores, college prep ✓ AthleticsCompetitive sports, facilities ✓ Arts & ActivitiesMusic, theater, clubs ✓ Small Class SizeIndividual attention ✓ Diversity & InclusionInclusive community ✓ STEM ProgramsScience, tech, engineering, math ✓ AP / Honors / IBAdvanced coursework ✓ Safety & School CulturePositive environment ← Back Continue → Step 3 of 6 ### What kind of community feels like home? ✓ Small & Tight-KnitLandrum, Campobello, Woodruff — know your neighbors ✓ Suburban & GrowingBoiling Springs, Duncan, Lyman — new development, good schools ✓ Urban & ConnectedDowntown Spartanburg, Converse Heights — walkable, arts ✓ Rural & SpaciousInman, Pacolet, Chesnee — land, quiet, small-town ← Back Continue → Step 4 of 6 ### Which part of Spartanburg County? ✓ North/NorthwestLandrum, Campobello, Inman — District 1 ✓ NortheastChesnee, Boiling Springs — District 2 ✓ EastPacolet — District 3 ✓ SoutheastWoodruff — District 4 ✓ SouthwestDuncan, Lyman, Wellford — District 5 ✓ South CentralRoebuck — District 6 ✓ Central / DowntownCity of Spartanburg — District 7 ✓ Open — show me what fits anywhereNo location preference ← Back Continue → Step 5 of 6 ### Tell us about your move Moving Timeline ✓ Yes — Actively Looking ✓ Yes — Within 6 Months ✓ Planning Ahead 1+ Year ✓ Just Researching Budget Range ✓ Under $200K ✓ $200K–$300K ✓ $300K–$400K ✓ $400K–$600K ✓ $600K+ Home to Sell? ✓ Yes ✓ No (First Home or Renting) ✓ Maybe ← Back Continue → Step 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your neighborhood match? We'll email your personalized school & neighborhood report — free, no obligation. Get My Match → No spam. We match you with a local real estate expert only if you want us to. ← Back Your Match ## Your Spartanburg Neighborhood Match Duncan / Lyman Southwest Spartanburg County District 5 — James F. Byrnes HS A fast-growing suburban corridor with one of Spartanburg County's most comprehensive high schools. Byrnes offers strong AP programs, athletics, and a wide range of activities. New construction and established neighborhoods give buyers solid options at a range of price points. Median Home Price: ~$280K [Connect with a Local Real Estate Partner](/contact/) Start Over Sponsor the School Finder [Reach every relocating family in Spartanburg County — Become a Sponsor](/advertise/) Full Directory ## School Directory 120+ K-12 Schools 5 Colleges & Universities 4 Technical Programs 7 Independent School Districts [All Schools](/category/education-2/?school_type=all) [High Schools](/category/education-2/?school_type=high) [Middle Schools](/category/education-2/?school_type=middle) [Elementary](/category/education-2/?school_type=elementary) [Colleges](/category/education-2/?school_type=college) [Technical Programs](/category/education-2/?school_type=technical) ### Spartanburg County's 7 Independent School Districts District 1 ### Campobello-Landrum School District **Area:** Campobello, Landrum, Inman area **High School(s):** Chapman HS, Landrum HS ~4,500 students [District Website →](https://www.spart1.org) District 2 ### Spartanburg County School District 2 **Area:** Boiling Springs, Chesnee area **High School(s):** Boiling Springs HS, Chesnee HS ~12,000 students [District Website →](https://www.spart2.org) District 3 ### Spartanburg County School District 3 **Area:** Pacolet, Glendale area **High School(s):** Broome HS ~2,800 students [District Website →](https://www.spart3.org) District 4 ### Spartanburg County School District 4 **Area:** Woodruff area **High School(s):** Woodruff HS ~3,200 students [District Website →](https://www.spart4.org) District 5 ### Spartanburg County School District 5 **Area:** Duncan, Lyman, Wellford, Reidville **High School(s):** James F. Byrnes HS (largest district) ~15,500 students [District Website →](https://www.spart5.org) District 6 ### Spartanburg County School District 6 **Area:** Roebuck area **High School(s):** Dorman HS (~3,000 students — largest school) ~13,000 students [District Website →](https://www.spart6.org) District 7 ### Spartanburg School District 7 **Area:** City of Spartanburg **High School(s):** Spartanburg HS (downtown/urban) ~8,500 students [District Website →](https://www.spart7.org) Statewide Magnet ### SC Governor's School for Science & Mathematics **Area:** Hartsville, SC — statewide enrollment **Type:** Residential magnet high school for SC students Applications open annually [School Website →](https://www.scgssm.org) Directory Sponsor [Featured Listing — Get Your School or Program Seen by Every Spartanburg Family](/advertise/) Active Deadlines & Notable Programs ## Featured Schools & Programs Wofford College Spring Admission Open DEADLINE APPROACHING Spartanburg's premier private liberal arts college. Average financial aid package of $48K. Small class sizes, nationally ranked faculty. Liberal arts, STEM, pre-professional programs  ·  Rolling admissions [Learn More →](https://www.wofford.edu/admission) USC Upstate Fall 2026 Applications Open APPLICATIONS OPEN The only University of South Carolina campus in the Upstate. Growing STEM programs, nursing, business, and education degrees. In-state tuition  ·  4-year degrees  ·  Spartanburg campus [Learn More →](https://www.uscupstate.edu/admissions) Spartanburg Community College AI Workforce Certificate NEW PROGRAM SCC's new 12-week AI Workforce Certificate is designed for working adults. $2,400 tuition — WIOA eligible for qualifying students. $2,400 tuition  ·  WIOA eligible  ·  Starts fall 2026 [Learn More →](https://www.sccsc.edu) SC Governor's School for Science & Math Statewide Magnet Applications APPLICATIONS OPEN South Carolina's elite residential magnet school for mathematically and scientifically gifted students. Open to all SC students. Free tuition  ·  Residential program  ·  Grades 11–12 [Learn More →](https://www.scgssm.org/admissions) SC Teaching Fellows Teaching Fellows Scholarship SCHOLARSHIP $6,000 per year for high school seniors planning to teach in South Carolina. Competitive program recognizing future educators. $6,000/year  ·  Service requirement  ·  All SC colleges [Learn More →](https://www.cerra.org/teaching-fellows.html) SCC Dual Enrollment High School Dual Enrollment — Free FREE FOR HS STUDENTS High school juniors and seniors can earn college credit at SCC at no cost under SC's Dual Enrollment program. Available in all 7 Spartanburg districts. All 7 districts  ·  College credit  ·  No cost to student [Learn More →](https://www.sccsc.edu/dual-enrollment) Featured Listing [Get Your School or Program Featured Here — Contact HERE Spartanburg](/advertise/) Interactive Career & Education Tool ## The HERE Decision Maker 6 questions, a personalized education & career roadmap. Free. 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Question 1 of 6 Question 1 of 6 ### Where are you right now? ✓ High School StudentCurrently enrolled, exploring next steps ✓ Recent GraduateHS or college grad, starting out ✓ Working AdultAlready working, looking to advance or change ✓ Parent / GuardianResearching options for my child Continue → Question 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you? ✓ Income FastMaximize earnings as quickly as possible ✓ Passion & PurposeWork that aligns with my values and interests ✓ Stability & SecurityConsistent job, good benefits, solid future ✓ Growth & AdvancementCareer path with upward mobility and learning ← Back Continue → Question 3 of 6 ### How do you learn best? ✓ Hands-OnLabs, workshops, apprenticeships, doing ✓ Structured ClassroomLectures, assignments, guided learning ✓ Self-DirectedOnline, at my own pace, flexible schedule ✓ Mix of EverythingCombination that keeps me engaged ← Back Continue → Question 4 of 6 ### How much time can you commit? ✓ Full-Time Student30–40 hours/week, fully committed to education ✓ Part-Time (10–20 hrs/wk)Working while studying, steady pace ✓ A Few Hours Per WeekMicro-learning, certifications, self-study ✓ Weekend / Evening OnlyDay job, learning outside work hours ← Back Continue → Question 5 of 6 ### What's your funding situation? ✓ Need Full FundingGrants, scholarships, or free programs only ✓ Can Contribute SomeSome savings or loans available ✓ Employer Will HelpTuition reimbursement or apprenticeship ✓ Funding FlexibleCost not the primary concern ← Back Continue → Question 6 of 6 ### What career area interests you most? ✓ Technology & DataIT, software, AI, data analytics, cybersecurity ✓ HealthcareNursing, medical, allied health, administration ✓ Skilled TradesElectrical, HVAC, welding, construction, manufacturing ✓ Business & FinanceAccounting, management, entrepreneurship, marketing ✓ EducationTeaching, counseling, school administration ✓ Creative & ArtsGraphic design, media, communications, performing arts ← Back Get My Roadmap → ### Your Personalized Education Roadmap Based on your answers, here are the top 3 paths we recommend in Spartanburg. **Email My Roadmap** Get a copy of your personalized education roadmap sent to your inbox. Send My Roadmap Start Over Decision Maker Sponsor [Sponsor the Decision Maker — Reach Job Seekers & Students in Spartanburg County](/advertise/) Learn from Anywhere ## Online Education Accredited programs for Spartanburg County residents who need flexibility. USC Online Palmetto Programs — In-State Rate University of South Carolina online degrees at in-state tuition for all SC residents. Business, education, nursing, criminal justice, and more. In-state tuition applies [Learn More →](https://www.online.sc.edu) Western Governors University WGU South Carolina Competency-based online degrees in business, IT, education, and healthcare. Self-paced — finish faster if you already have skills. $3,755 per 6-month term [Learn More →](https://www.wgu.edu/southcarolina.html) SCC Online Spartanburg Community College Online Online associate degrees and certificates from SCC. Business administration, computer technology, health information management, and more. In-district rates from ~$180/credit hr [Learn More →](https://www.sccsc.edu/online-learning) Coursera / edX Employer Vouchers & Professional Certs Google, IBM, Meta, and other employer-backed certificates. Many are accepted by Spartanburg County's manufacturing and tech employers. Some WIOA-funded. Free – $49/month depending on program [Learn More →](https://www.coursera.org) Online Education Sponsor [Feature Your Online Program — Reach Adult Learners in Spartanburg County](/advertise/) Civic Accountability ## District Board Meetings District 1 Campobello-Landrum **Next Meeting:** April 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM District Office, Campobello District 2 Spartanburg Co. District 2 **Next Meeting:** April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM District 2 Office, Boiling Springs District 3 Spartanburg Co. District 3 **Next Meeting:** April 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM District 3 Office, Glendale District 4 Spartanburg Co. District 4 **Next Meeting:** April 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM District Office, Woodruff District 5 Spartanburg Co. District 5 **Next Meeting:** April 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM District 5 Office, Duncan District 6 Spartanburg Co. District 6 **Next Meeting:** April 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM District 6 Office, Roebuck District 7 Spartanburg District 7 **Next Meeting:** April 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM District 7 HQ, 389 S. Pine St., Spartanburg ### Education Issues Tracker Teacher Shortage HIGH Budget & Funding MEDIUM Facility Maintenance MEDIUM Student Achievement HIGH Board Meetings Sponsor [Sponsor District Coverage — Support Local Civic Accountability](/advertise/) Common Questions ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Why does Spartanburg County have 7 separate school districts? + Spartanburg County is unique in South Carolina — it's the only county with 7 fully independent school districts. This structure dates to the early 20th century when individual communities established their own school systems. Each district has its own elected school board, superintendent, and budget. This means property taxes and school policies can differ significantly from one community to the next, even in neighboring areas. ### How do I enroll my child in a Spartanburg County school? + Enrollment is handled by each district independently. You must live within the district's attendance zone to enroll at no cost. Contact the specific district office for the neighborhood you live in — see the District Board Meetings section above for contact info. Most districts hold open enrollment periods in spring for the following school year. ### Can I choose which school district my child attends? + In most cases, your assigned district is determined by your home address. However, some districts have inter-district transfer policies and open enrollment options. Contact individual districts to ask about transfer requests. The SC Governor's School for Science & Math (SCGSSM) is a statewide residential magnet open to all SC students through a competitive application. ### Which Spartanburg school district is best? + Each district has different strengths. District 6 (Dorman HS) is the largest and offers a wide range of programs. District 5 (Byrnes HS) is similarly comprehensive. District 1 offers smaller, community-focused schools. District 7 serves the urban core with Spartanburg HS. The "best" district depends on what your family values — use our School Neighborhood Matcher quiz above to find your personal match. ### What colleges are in Spartanburg County? + Spartanburg County has five higher education institutions: Wofford College (private liberal arts, nationally ranked), Converse University (private, liberal arts and graduate programs), USC Upstate (public university, University of South Carolina system), Spartanburg Methodist College (2-year, private), and Spartanburg Community College (SCC, 2-year, technical and transfer programs). ### Is there financial aid available for Spartanburg students? + Yes — several programs are specifically beneficial to Spartanburg students. The SC LIFE and Palmetto Fellows scholarships are merit-based awards for students attending SC colleges. SC WINS is a workforce scholarship for technical programs. FAFSA is available for all eligible students. SCC's Dual Enrollment program lets high schoolers earn free college credits. The SC Teaching Fellows scholarship provides $6,000/year for future educators. ### How can I submit an education tip or story idea? + Use the Submit an Education Tip form at the top of this page. We cover school board decisions, program announcements, scholarship opportunities, enrollment deadlines, and any issue affecting Spartanburg County students and families. Tips can be submitted anonymously. Stay Informed ## Education Weekly Every Thursday — deadlines, board meeting summaries, scholarship alerts, and education news for all 7 Spartanburg districts. No fluff. Subscribe to Education Weekly Thursdays. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. Help Us Cover Education ## Submit a Tip School board decisions, program cuts, new grants, enrollment changes — we want to know. Tips can be anonymous. 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