The Williston-Elko High School Class of 2026 shared one final moment together on the football field May 27 as the school celebrated its graduation ceremony for 38 seniors. Graduates were …

As members of the Blackville-Hilda High School Class of 2026 walked into the school gymnasium on May 28, they did so knowing it would be the last time they entered the building as students. The …

Few weeks capture the heart of education quite like graduation week. Last week, Barnwell County School District had the honor of celebrating the graduating classes of Williston-Elko High School, …

At the most recent meeting of the Barnwell County School District Board of Trustees, we had the honor of recognizing a very special group of individuals — the employees who are retiring at the …

Locals named to USC Columbia President’s List for Fall 2025 The following local students were named to the President’s List for the fall 2025 semester at USC Columbia:  Barnwell: …

Alexa Carnahan of Barnwell graduated Magna Cum Laude on May 7 from The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) College of Nursing with her BSN in hand. She is the daughter of Zachary and Tara …

Sixteen seniors crossed the stage during the annual graduation ceremony at Jefferson Davis Academy on Friday, May 15, surrounded by family, friends, teachers and staff celebrating the Class of 2026. …

Throughout Barnwell County School District, there are many moments each year worth celebrating. The many accomplishments and milestones our students experience throughout the year are important …

At Barnwell High School, a group of students who might otherwise struggle in a traditional classroom are being taught differently—through movement, problem-solving and a model that asks them to …

Blackville High School Class of 1976 celebrated their 50-year class reunion from May 1st to May 3rd. They opened with a meet and greet on Friday night at the Barnwell County Museum with food by …

As graduation season approaches across the Barnwell County School District, there is an unmistakable feeling in the air. It is a season filled with celebration, reflection, excitement, and, if we are …

Williston-Elko High School’s junior and seniors danced the night away as they made lifetime memories at their prom on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The theme was “A Night of Elegance”. 2026 Prom …

Barnwell High School is proud to recognize its 2026 delegates selected to attend two of South Carolina’s premier leadership programs. Representing the American Legion Auxiliary Palmetto Girls State …

Four schools in the Barnwell County School District received a combined total of over $70,000 from SRP Federal Credit Union’s 2025 Affinity Debit Card Program proceeds, reflecting a year of …

Barnwell County School District (BCSD) is proud to announce that five of its educators have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Innovative Teaching Mini …

With Mother’s Day approaching this weekend, we are given a beautiful opportunity to pause and reflect—not only on the mothers in our lives, but on the many women who support and strengthen our …

The Technology Student Association (TSA) South Carolina State Conference took place in Charleston March 20-22, 2026. The event convened nearly 170 middle and high school students from across the …

Barnwell County School District is proud to announce that several middle school students have been named Top 20 Finalists for the Regional Civics Bee, an accomplishment that reflects their dedication …

In every community, there are children who experience the world a little differently. We see them in the same places we all visit every day. They walk with their families into grocery stores, sit at …

Spring is considered the season of renewal. Across Barnwell County, we see signs of growth everywhere, from blooming flowers to the continued growth of our students inside our schools. It also serves …

Recently, Barnwell County School District had the opportunity to welcome Dr. A.V. Strong to our middle and high schools through a partnership with the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office. His message …

Barnwell County School District is proud to celebrate Justin Kinard, a student at Kelly Edwards Elementary School, who was recognized at the South Carolina Statehouse on April 2, 2026, for his …

Barnwell County School District recently welcomed Dr. A.V. Strong, community activist, youth advocate, and founder of Project Gang Out, to its middle and high schools for a series of impactful …

In Barnwell County School District, we often talk about the importance of partnerships and love to highlight those throughout the school year. Recently, we were reminded just how powerful those …

Guinyard-Butler Middle School (GBMS) is celebrating exciting momentum within its agricultural education program, led by Ms. Ashton Myrick, as students begin to experience the leadership and …