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Charleston Daily is a concept in community. Its mission is to promote, assist, and celebrate in everything Charleston, South Carolina. By partnering with businesses, community leaders, volunteers and events, we are spreading the love that is Charleston. As this city continues to grow and prosper, we want to help spread the message to all about how wonderful this community is. Charleston is about the people, community, water, land, history, heritage and the true southern warmth it brings with each and every day.

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Lowcountry Best Selling Author Stephanie Alexander releases her latest novel “Mean Low Water”

September 23, 2024 by 0 Comments
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By Mark A. Leon

Charleston, South Carolina based Stephanie Alexander, Award-winning Author of Tipsy Collins Series and The Cracked Slipper Series is proud to announce the publication of her latest work, Mean Low Water.  This latest novel explores the complexities of relationships, intrigue and suspense all in the beautiful backdrop of Charleston, South Carolina.

Here is what you need to know before you dive into this latest journey by Stephanie Alexander.

Summary:  

Mean Low Water by Stephanie Alexander (Red Adept Publishing, print and ebook released August 2024; audiobook forthcoming from Tantor Audio)

A psychic Charleston divorce attorney’s seemingly perfect life is upended by the reemergence of her first love—the recovering addict who may be responsible for her best friend’s mysterious disappearance.

About Mean Low Water 

Charleston attorney Lisa “LeeLee” Lightstone Moretz has a beautiful family, a successful career, and a coveted South of Broad address, but underneath the tranquil surface, her own marriage is crumbling. When her first love, recovering addict Peace Smith, appears at her office with alarming news about her estranged friend Ginny Blankenship, LeeLee is catapulted into a missing person case. She also realizes she’s never truly gotten over Peace, who left town with mercurial wild child Ginny over a decade ago. Peace is finally sober, but he’s also a prime suspect in Ginny’s disappearance. LeeLee—who harbors secret psychic abilities—must uncover the truth about Ginny, and her own future hinges on Peace’s innocence. So begins a dual timeline narrative, skillfully alternating between LeeLee’s and Ginny’s perspectives over the course of two decades. Through LeeLee and Ginny’s divergent life trajectories and complicated bond, Mean Low Water explores the power of lifelong relationships. “Alexander’s characters are well developed and feel authentic throughout. The complex, fluid relationships of the main players ebb and flow over time, which reflects reality in a striking way. A well-crafted tale of friendship and  discovery.” — Kirkus Reviews 

About Author Stephanie Alexander

Stephanie Alexander is the award-winning author of Mean Low Water, the Tipsy Collins Series, and The Cracked Slipper Series. Stephanie’s work always features strong female protagonists, relatable emotional journeys, and a dash of magic. A graduate of the College of Charleston and the Charleston School of Law, she practices family law in Charleston’s French Quarter. She lives on Daniel Island with her husband, their blended family of five children, and their two dachshunds, Trinket and Tipsy.

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Best Places to enjoy the Autumn season in Charleston, South Carolina

September 21, 2024 by 2 Comments
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Charleston, South Carolina, offers some beautiful spots to enjoy the fall foliage, although it’s important to note that the fall season in Charleston is not as dramatic as in some other parts of the country due to its subtropical climate. However, you can still experience some lovely autumn colors in and around the city. Here are some of the best places to enjoy the fall foliage in Charleston:

  1. Angel Oak Tree: Located on Johns Island, about a 30-minute drive from downtown Charleston, the Angel Oak is a massive live oak tree that’s estimated to be around 400-500 years old. While the leaves don’t change color dramatically, the tree itself is a sight to behold year-round.
  2. Charleston Waterfront Park: This downtown park along the Cooper River offers stunning waterfront views, and the trees along the promenade can have beautiful fall foliage. It’s a great place to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the scenery.
  3. Middleton Place: A historic plantation located about a 30-minute drive from downtown Charleston, Middleton Place features beautifully landscaped gardens and can be particularly scenic during the fall months when the leaves change color.
  4. Caw Caw Interpretive Center: This nature preserve, located about a 30-minute drive from Charleston, is a great place for hiking and birdwatching. The cypress trees in the swamp area can take on fall hues, making it a serene spot to enjoy autumn.
  5. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens: Another historic plantation, Magnolia Plantation, offers extensive gardens with camellias, azaleas, and other plants that can display vibrant fall colors.
  6. Folly Beach: While not known for its fall foliage, Folly Beach is still a beautiful place to visit during the autumn months. The beach may be less crowded, and the weather can be quite pleasant for walks along the shore. During the final week of September (2023), Folly Beach is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of fun local events.
  7. The West Ashley Greenway: This 8.25-mile-long trail in West Ashley features a mix of urban and natural scenery. It’s a nice place to go for a fall bike ride or a leisurely walk with the family.
  8. Francis Marion National Forest: Located to the north of Charleston, this forest has some trails where you can experience the changing leaves. The Swamp Fox Passage of the Palmetto Trail is a popular option.
  9. Hampton Park: With its pond, gazebo, ducks, multitude of flowers and foliage, Hampton Park is a great place for a walk, run, picnic or event. During the fall season, it explodes in color with every turn.

If you are open to a road trip:

  1. South Carolina Botanical Garden: Located in Clemson, which is about a 3-hour drive from Charleston, this garden features a variety of plants that can showcase fall colors. If you’re up for a day trip, it’s worth the drive.
  2. Visit Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains: The stunning colors of the Blue Ridge and skies are breathtaking during the fall months in the Western Carolina mountains.

Keep in mind that the fall foliage season in Charleston is relatively short, typically peaking in late October to early November, and the colors may not be as vibrant as in other parts of the country. Nonetheless, Charleston’s mild climate and beautiful surroundings make it a lovely place to enjoy the changing season.

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Official Statement: Security Incident at Joint Base Charleston Naval Weapons Station Concluded

September 20, 2024 by 0 Comments
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For Immediate Release                                                                                                     

Release No. 09-20-02 

Update: Security Incident at Joint Base Charleston Naval Weapons Station Concluded 

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Joint Base Charleston Naval Weapons Station was in lockdown today as first responders reacted to a hostage situation.  

  
At approximately 10:45 a.m. today, Security Forces responded to a domestic dispute in base housing. The Child Development Center, Marrington Elementary and Marrington Middle School were locked down. Residents of base housing were informed to shelter in place. 

A suspect barricaded himself inside of a home on base while armed with a firearm. A 6-week-old infant, who allegedly belongs to a former colleague, was also in the house. Members of the Goose Creek Police Department entered the home and found the suspect with life threatening injuries. The infant was unharmed. 

Events leading to the incident are unknown at this time. All lockdown protocols are lifted at this time.  

 
We take any threat to the safety and security of our installation seriously, and as such, we activated our established procedures to ensure the safety of our personnel and the surrounding community.  

Law enforcement will investigate the incident.  

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Revelry Brewing Toasts 10-Year Milestone, Decade of Giving Back with The Green Heart Project

September 20, 2024 by 0 Comments
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10th Anniversary Block Party on Sunday, October 27 Benefits Local Farm-To-School Programs

Charleston, SC (September 18, 2024) – Revelry Brewing Company, Charleston’s award-winning brewer of craft beer and boisterous good times, is proud to celebrate 10 years of cultivating community since opening its Conroy Street brewery and tasting room in 2014. 

“Revelry’s tenth anniversary is a meaningful achievement for our entire team,” says Revelry Brewing Partner Sean Fleming. “Our brand has grown significantly over the last decade, and we’re especially grateful to our loyal fans and partners who have contributed to Revelry’s continued longevity in the industry.”

What began as a homebrewing project now encompasses two area locations – the recently opened Revelry Brewing Folly Beach joins the bustling 4,000-square-foot downtown Charleston brewery – and a lineup of quality craft brews that have racked up dozens of awards from the U.S. Open Beer Championship, LA International Beer Competition and Best of Craft Beer Awards, among others. 

Alongside its expanding footprint, Revelry is also toasting a decade of local impact through farm to school non-profit, The Green Heart Project. Since 2014, the partnership has generated more than $210,000 in ticket proceeds from Revelry’s annual Block Party, benefiting the organization’s garden-based experiential learning projects and school garden program. Last year alone, the event raised a landmark $21,000 in sponsorship donations. This total contribution has been foundational in growing The Green Heart Project’s outreach to 18 school garden locations currently operating across the Charleston area. 

“We knew from the beginning that it was important for Revelry to contribute to something meaningful and close to home,” continues Fleming. “It’s an honor to partner with our friends at The Green Heart Project to make a lasting impact in kids’ lives while building community around locally grown food.” 

Revelry Hosts 10-Year Party For A Purpose

Revelry Brewing’s 10th Anniversary Block Party will take place on Sunday, October 27th from 12 to 6 p.m. at 10 Conroy Street in the heart of the Charleston Brewery District. Revelers of the highly anticipated annual event can expect a full lineup of festivities, giveaways, music by DJ Sparkbox and tasty food pairings for Revelry’s award-winning brews, featuring Chef Michael Toscano and friends.

A highlight of the 2024 Block Party celebration, attendees will also experience a first look inside The Green Heart Project’s forthcoming Singleton Park Garden, located adjacent to Revelry Brewing. The garden serves as an outdoor classroom for students at Meeting Street Academy.

“It’s incredible to celebrate a decade of community support from the generous team at Revelry and the thousands of attendees who come out to this event every year,” says Jesse Blom, Executive Director of The Green Heart Project. “Revelry’s partnership has been instrumental in connecting students with their food, with their environment, and with their community through The Green Heart Project’s Farm to School programs.”

“We’re especially thrilled for Block Party goers and Revelry patrons to see their impact first-hand with the transformation of Singleton Park as our newest school garden.”

Revelry Brewing’s 10th Anniversary Block Party tickets are $10, available online at City Paper Tickets and for purchase at the door until the event reaches capacity. Children under 10 are free, along with canine friends. 100% of ticket sales will benefit The Green Heart Project’s Farm to School programs.

For full event details, visit Revelry’s official Facebook event page and follow @revelrybrewing on Instagram.

About The Green Heart Project   

Founded in 2009, the Green Heart Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization that builds urban gardens and farm-to-school programs in the Charleston area. With a high value placed on health, education and community, the Green Heart Project pairs local volunteers with students to maintain school gardens while teaching academic standards and interpersonal skills. By doing so it looks to educate students and volunteers about healthy, local foods while fostering lasting relationships and building community. For more information on how to get involved, please visit their website at www.greenheartsc.org. Follow them on Facebook and on Instagram @greenheartchs.

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2 More Charleston Lowcountry Area Restaurants Close

September 20, 2024 by 0 Comments
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By Mark A. Leon

Charleston, South Carolina like many other parts of the country suffer the challenges of competition, inflation, operational cost increases and brand relevance. Yet, we are resilient and have a strong loyal base that keeps our local businesses thriving. Sometimes, good places, unfortunately, succumb to the pressures of operating a business and must say goodbye.

It is with sadness to announce two end of summer closings. Colectivo (Johns Island) and Mex 1 Coastal Cantina (Mount Pleasant) have closed their doors.

Colectivo – 2901 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC 29455 – announced their closing on Instagram with this message:

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina, 1109 Park W Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466, announced their closing indicating a need to focus efforts on their other two locations on Sullivan’s Island and West Ashley. Click HERE for the official website of Mex 1 and their other two locations.

Both restaurants made positive contributions to their communities and will be missed.

Related: 9 of the Most Highly Anticipated Grand Openings of 2024/25 in Charleston, SC from Restaurants to Businesses to Residential Communities!

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US Open Finalist and Top-Ranked American Jessica Pegula to Play Credit One Charleston Open

September 20, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Six-time WTA singles champion and World No. 3 to compete in Credit One Charleston Open player field

CHARLESTON, S.C. – 2024 US Open finalist, Olympian and top-ranked American Jessica Pegula has entered the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only professional tennis tournament in North America. The World No. 3 will compete in the Charleston main draw for the seventh time when the tournament returns March 29 – April 6 to Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina. 

The Credit One Charleston Open was recognized as the WTA 500 Tournament of the Year in 2022 and 2023. Originally held on Hilton Head Island and now in its 53rd year, the tournament will celebrate 25 years in Charleston in 2025.

Pegula is currently the No. 1 ranked American. She has captured six WTA singles titles and seven WTA doubles titles. She recently had a career breakthrough, reaching her first Grand Slam final at the 2024 US Open, her best Major result to date. Before the US Open, Pegula had reached the quarterfinals of all four Grand Slam tournaments, making her a six-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist.

“We are excited to welcome Jessie Pegula back to Charleston for the Credit One Charleston Open. She has a great history with our tournament, and her remarkable performances on the court have always been a highlight with tennis fans,” said Bob Moran, President of Beemok Sports & Entertainment. “She is ending her 2024 season with amazing momentum, winning in Canada and making the finals in both Cincinnati and the US Open. As we celebrate 25 incredible years of tennis in this great city, we’re looking forward to hosting an exceptional player field and event, with more exciting announcements coming your way.”

In addition to her result at the US Open, Pegula reached three more finals this year – in Berlin, Toronto, and Cincinnati – securing titles in Berlin and Toronto. She also advanced to the semifinals in Adelaide, San Diego, and Charleston, and reached the quarterfinals in Miami. This summer, Pegula qualified and competed in the 2024 Olympic Games, representing Team USA for a second time. 

The 2025 Credit One Charleston Open will be Pegula’s 11th appearance in the Charleston player field and seventh in the main draw. She holds an 11-6 win/loss main draw record and was a semifinalist in 2023 and 2024. 

“I’m always excited to return to Charleston for the Credit One Charleston Open. This tournament holds a special place in my heart, with wonderful memories from my two semifinal appearances and time spent in the Lowcountry over the past decade. I can’t wait to kick off my clay season in Charleston next year and play in front of a home crowd at Credit One Stadium.”

The nine-day Credit One Charleston Open showcases a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players, and a doubles draw of 16 players. The event traditionally hosts more than 90,000 attendees on Daniel Island. 

Charleston Tennis, LLC, which manages Credit One Stadium under a lease from the City of Charleston, renovated and modernized the 20-year-old facility in 2022. The city-owned venue underwent upgrades to enhance the stadium experience for patrons, performers, tennis players and event management, allowing the venue to attract world-class athletes and talent to Daniel Island.

The Credit One Charleston Open has been a pioneer in women’s professional sports since 1973, paving the path for female tennis players to receive equal recognition, respect and pay in the sport. Originally held on Hilton Head Island, the event moved to Charleston in 2001 and is played on Daniel Island at the LTP Daniel Island tennis center, home to the Credit One Stadium.

Ticket packages will be available for purchase at creditonecharlestonopen.com or by calling (843) 856-7900 on October 15. For additional information, please email tickets@charlestontennisllc.com or visit creditonecharlestonopen.com. 

About the Credit One Charleston Open:
The Credit One Charleston Open is North America’s largest women’s-only tennis tournament. The event, formerly known as the Family Circle Cup and Volvo Car Open, moved to Charleston, S.C., in 2001 from Hilton Head Island, S.C., and celebrated its 50th year in 2022. The tournament was recognized as the WTA 500 event of the year in 2022 and 2023. The Credit One Charleston Open traditionally welcomes more than 90,000 spectators each year. The tournament features a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players and a doubles draw of 16 players. In conjunction with Tennis Channel and WTA Media, the Credit One Charleston Open is showcased from the first ball struck in main draw competition to the last ball played in finals, throughout the U.S. and 174 international partners. The tournament receives more than 100 hours of tennis coverage, broadcast live from Charleston across the globe to millions of fans. The Credit One Charleston Open is owned and operated by Charleston Tennis, LLC. For more information on the Credit One Charleston Open, visit creditonecharlestonopen.com, call (843) 856-7900, email info@charlestontennisllc.com, Facebook (Credit One Charleston Open), Twitter (@CharlestonOpen) or Instagram (@CreditOneCharlestonOpen).

About Credit One Bank:

Credit One Bank is one of the fastest-growing credit card issuers in the U.S. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Credit One Bank offers a full spectrum of credit card products including cash back and points-based cards as well as high-yield certificate of deposit and savings accounts. Credit One Bank is also an official partner of the Las Vegas Raiders and the Official Credit Card of NASCAR, the Vegas Golden Knights, and Best Friends Animal Society. Learn more at CreditOneBank.com, in our Newsroom, or on social media (@CreditOneBank) on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.

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Spark for Autism and MUSC partnering with a growing community of families, autistic adults, and researchers working to understand autism and improve lives

September 19, 2024 by 0 Comments
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By Mark A. Leon

Do you have a loved one with autism or know someone in your life? Spark for Autism and MUSC have built a free community of 250,000+ working together to advance autism research for years to come. Here is all you need to know to get involved today!

Who can join and participate?

About Spark for Autism

SPARK is an autism research study and a growing community of autistic individuals, their families, and researchers on a mission to advance the understanding of autism. SPARK’s mission is to improve the lives of people with autism by identifying the causes of autism and informing more effective therapies, treatments, services, and supports. Because without research, we are just guessing.

To understand the complexity of autism ─ what makes us the same and what makes us different ─ we need large numbers of people to participate. SPARK is open to all individuals living in the U.S. with a professional diagnosis of autism and their family members.

SPARK has over 100,000 people with autism and 175,000 of their family members participating. Autistic adults and their families are not only participants in the study, but are also serving on three advisory boards, on our staff, and as community partners.

In addition, SPARK is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research and strives to listen to and include all voices in the autism community.  The SPARK Snapshot – African American & Black Communities provides a window into the autism journey of African American and Black SPARK participants.

When you join, SPARK asks you important information about yourself and participating family members. You can also choose to share your genetic information (DNA) from saliva samples, though you do not have to do this to participate in the study. Over time, you can do as much or as little as you want — all from a mobile phone, a desktop computer, or anything in between.

Over 100 genes have been linked to autism. We hope that by understanding the genetic basis of autism, we will better understand what makes autistic individuals special and how to best support them.

SPARK is making important progress possible. We are committed to supporting autism research for decades to come. There are exciting things on the horizon.

The story behind Spark – An origin story with heart

SPARK, the world’s largest autism research study, is part of the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative, or “SFARI.”

Marilyn and Jim Simons founded the Simons Foundation over 26 years ago to advance basic science — science that uncovers how the world works. The Simons family provides all funding for the foundation, so the foundation — and SPARK —do not need to fundraise. The foundation has $4.6 billion in assets for its work. 

About 15 years ago, the Simons saw that not much was understood scientifically about autism, even though so many people are affected by it. Because they had a family member with autism, they decided to help fund research in this area. In 2006, the Simons Foundation launched SFARI to improve the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders. Today, SFARI is one of the world’s largest autism research funders, supporting scientists around the globe trying to understand the disorder. 

When SFARI began, its team knew that one powerful way to investigate autism is through genetics. However, genetic studies require large numbers of participants and recruitment is a huge and expensive task for researchers. So SFARI’s first major project was to recruit 2,500 families with a child on the autism spectrum. Together, these families and their genetic information, or data, are called the Simons Simplex Collection, or SSC. The SSC is now a permanent repository of genetic samples and data that are available for free to all qualified researchers. This was SFARI’s first collection of family genomes, and it proved to be invaluable to a new generation of autism researchers, launching much new work.

In 2011, SFARI launched the Simons Variation in Individuals Project to better understand genetic neurodevelopmental conditions, specifically those associated with autism. This project became affiliated with SPARK and was renamed Simons Searchlight. Simons Searchlight brings together families that have the same genetic diagnosis, so that they may share experiences, learn and create a community. 

The data from SSC began a new wave of research and knowledge about autism. In 2016, SFARI launched SPARK, or Simons Powering Autism Research for Knowledge. SPARK is recruiting 50,000 families — making it the largest autism study ever. Through partnerships with 30 clinical sites across the country, more than 333,000 individuals, including over 139,000 people with autism, have enrolled in SPARK. The size of the SPARK cohort will allow identification of almost all of the genes that are responsible for autism. This will then kickstart progress in areas outside of genetics.

All SPARK participants who submit saliva samples contribute significantly to this genetics work. Importantly, if a SPARK participant is found to have a gene change that is linked to autism, that person will be contacted by SPARK to learn about their result through a genetic counselor. This is done only if the participant has chosen to be informed of their genetic results. 

It is SPARK’s legal and moral obligation to safeguard the data entrusted to us by participants. Once SPARK has your data, we create a code for your data called a Global Unique Identifier, or GUID. The GUID allows researchers to share and match up participants’ data without identifying who they are. And SPARK will never sell your data, in any form. Genetic or other information gathered will never be sold. 

Join SPARK to help advance autism research. Together we can make a huge difference in the lives of individuals and families that are affected by autism. The Simons Foundation is committed to autism research for decades to come.

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Compass Collegiate Academy, Building Hope Unveil New Campus in North Charleston, SC

September 19, 2024 by 0 Comments
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K-4 Public Charter School Sets Course for Annual Grade-Level Growth

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (Sept. 17, 2024) – A red ribbon was cut and confetti filled the air on September 16, 2024, when Compass Collegiate Academy celebrated the grand opening of its new academic building surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd of students, parents, and members of the North Charleston community. The new academic facility at 5010 Wetland Crossing will serve scholars in kindergarten through fourth grade, providing a stable, and accessible learning environment. 

“We are thrilled to be fully moved into our state-of-the-art building with room to expand to 8th grade right here on our property, said Compass Collegiate Academy Founding Executive Director Elizabeth Simpson. “Having a permanent location is a critical step in our growth and ability to offer our scholars and families a world-class education and experience.” 

The ribbon-cutting ceremony included remarks from Ms. Simpson, Mayor Reginald L. Burgess, Board Member Dorothy Knight, Director of Children and Family Services Dr. Kathi Love, and board members from South Carolina Children’s Fund. The event also included a reading of a poem by a Compass Collegiate Academy scholar, Brailynn Washington.

Building Hope, the non-profit leader in charter school facilities, financing, and services, has been instrumental as the school’s partner. Its Real Estate team paved an affordable and accessible pathway tailored to the school’s growth plan, allowing staff to focus on students and the classroom. The nonprofit acquired and renovated the 14,100-square-foot property, previously home to another educational institution. The acquisition was made possible through a partnership between Building Hope and The Facilities Investment Fund with funding dedicated to expanding educational opportunities. This collaboration signifies an investment in the North Charleston community, enabling the creation of new school facilities that will serve students and families for years to come.

“We are proud to partner with Compass Collegiate Academy in their mission to provide exceptional educational opportunities for young people,” said Building Hope President and CEO Bill Hansen. “Our support for public charter schools extends beyond facilities; it’s about creating environments where students can excel academically and personally. We look forward to seeing Compass Collegiate Academy continue its remarkable growth and impact in the years to come.”

Since its founding in 2021, Compass Collegiate Academy has been committed to equipping every scholar with a rigorous academic foundation and fostering habits that promote lifelong learning and purposeful civic engagement. The school champions personalized small group instruction and nurtures entrepreneurial spirit by having scholars start their own small businesses each year. With eyes set on the horizon, Compass Collegiate Academy plans to expand by one grade level annually, eventually welcoming students through eighth grade.

To prepare scholars for successful secondary and postsecondary endeavors and address racial disparities in academic performance among Charleston students, Compass Collegiate Academy offers an advanced academic learning environment coupled with daily emphasis on social and emotional learning. This approach helps scholars better understand their identities, communities, and build positive relationships with peers. Educators also prioritize personalized learning to bridge the gap for scholars starting below, at, or above grade level.

At the event, the statewide education champion organization South Carolina Children’s Fund (SCCF) presented a $100,000 catalytic philanthropic investment to support Compass Collegiate Academy’s growth and expansion.  Said SCCF Co-Founders Jessica Aaron and Kira Orange Jones, “Compass Collegiate Academy is a beacon of hope and possibility for Charleston, the Tri-County, and for the state of South Carolina; it offers a 21st century model of community engagement and rigorous academics that thousands of families desire.”

The school has also been recognized by the South Carolina Public Charter School District (SCPCSD) for its achievements, including outperforming local and national norms for reading growth. SCPCSD frequently visits the school, highlights it as a model example in presentations, and features it on their podcast and social media channels. 

The school is currently accepting applications for enrollment for students in kindergarten through fourth grade. Discover more at https://cca-chs.org.

For more information about Building Hope’s collaboration with charter schools to create facilities that enhance educational models and support community revitalization, visit www.buildinghope.org. 

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About Compass Collegiate Academy

Compass Collegiate Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Charleston, South Carolina currently serving scholars in kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade. The school’s mission is to provide every scholar with the academic foundation and strong habits that inspire and cultivate lifelong learners who lead purposeful, civic lives. Enrollment is open to students from any neighborhood within Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester County, with no admission testing required. For more information, visit https://cca-chs.org.

About Building Hope

Building Hope is a national nonprofit that empowers advancements in education through our work with charter schools providing unparalleled facility financing, real estate development, and operational services. We believe a facility should never be the barrier preventing a child from attending a great school. During our 20-year history, Building Hope has supported over $1 billion in the development of school facilities. For more information, visit www.buildinghope.org.

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Escape to Tranquility and Healing: Charleston’s Sôlt Wellness – A Complete holistic spa experience

September 19, 2024 by 4 Comments
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By Mark A. Leon

Sôlt Wellness: Holistic Wellness Spa in Charleston, South Carolina offers a complete natural healing and rejuvenation experience unlike any other in the Lowcountry.

Located at 137 President St Unit A, Charleston, SC 29403 (with off-street parking), this complete and immersive experience will take you to a place of comfort, healing, rejuvenation, peace and harmony.

Owner and operator Fiona Scott has traveled the world, absorbing cultures, harnessing relationships and understanding the depth of connection we have to ourselves, nature and balance. Her life experiences, knowledge and passion are the cornerstone of the success of Sôlt Wellness. What she has created is felt the moment you walk through the front door and remove yourself from the obstacles of life.

The Services Separate Sôlt Wellness from the Rest

Sôlt offers a compete packages of services to meet all you needs including:

  • Float Pod
  • Infrared Sauna
  • Massage / Body Work
  • Accupunture
  • Salt Room
  • Red Light Therapy
  • Meditation Pod
  • Skin Care
  • Retail Gift Shop

All services can be a la carte, packaged or monthly membership (credit based).

Where you have anxiety, depression, recovering, skin care needs, rejuvenation or seeking escapism, Sôlt Wellness will guide you to a better place.

Hours

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8am – 6pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday: 10am – 7pm
  • Saturday: 8am – 4pm
  • Sunday : 12pm – 7pm