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Photo: (left to right) Hope Wofford, HGTC Director of Dual Enrollment; Rebecca Hubbard, HGTC Department Chair of Teacher Education; Dr. Jamia Richmond, CCU Dean, Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences; Dr. Marilyn Murphy Fore, HGTC President; Keith Price, GCSD Superintendent; Dr. Jennifer Wilbanks, HGTC Executive Vice President, Academic & Workforce Development; Dr. Dan Wysong, HGTC Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean; Dr. Pamela Vereen, GCSD Director of College & Career Readiness; Kristi Kibler, GCSD Director of Communications
HGTC is thrilled to announce a new partnership agreement with the Georgetown County School District (GCSD) and Coastal Carolina University (CCU) for the Teach to Teal program. This innovative initiative aims to provide an accelerated pathway for aspiring educators, paving the way for their seamless transition into the esteemed Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences at CCU.
“I am thrilled to launch this collaborative partnership between GCSD, HGTC, and CCU. We have a number of remarkable students who have expressed an interest in pursuing a career in education. With the Teach to Teal program, our students will be able to begin this journey while still in high school and finish with a degree from CCU with supporting coursework from HGTC,” said Keith Price, Georgetown County School District Superintendent.
Under this collaborative agreement, students from the Georgetown County School District will have the opportunity to participate in dual enrollment programs, earning college credits through HGTC. These credits will serve as a solid foundation as students progress from HGTC's Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Teacher Education program to CCU's Bachelor of Arts (BA) programs in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle Level Education, Physical Education, and Special Education.
“We have a long history of collaboration with HGTC and Georgetown County Schools, and we are thrilled to continue our partnership with them on the Teach to Teal program,” said Dr. Jamia Richmond, CCU Dean, Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences. “This initiative will create a pipeline of future educators who could graduate with a four-year degree in less time and begin to fill vacancies within the school district. We believe it will positively impact our schools and the communities they serve.”
The Teach to Teal pathway is designed to streamline the academic journey, enabling students to complete their degree within three years. Effective from the fall 2024 semester onwards, CCU will accept all transfer credits established in the SC Transfer Articulation Center, ensuring a smooth transition for participating students.
"We are excited to embark on this collaborative venture with the Georgetown County School District and Coastal Carolina University," said Dr. Marilyn Murphy Fore, HGTC President. "The Teach to Teal program represents a commitment to fostering the next generation of educators and addressing the growing demand for qualified teachers in our community."
High school students with a passion for education are encouraged to explore this unique pathway, which offers comprehensive guidance and support from Georgetown County School District, HGTC, and CCU. Advisors will be available to assist students with understanding the details of the agreement, including dual enrollment opportunities, admission requirements, and transfer credits.
For more information about the Teach to Teal program and how to get involved, please visit the Georgetown County School District website or contact a high school counselor.