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The Detour Duo spent a weekend of eating great food in South Carolina, trying some of the best Charleston food and finding unique dishes in the process. Charleston has such great food and amazing southern charm.
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Charleston County School District educators awarded 70 BEST grants
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce 144 teachers combined to earn 70 Bosch Eco and STEM Teacher (BEST) grants this month. The total value of the grants is over $130,000.
BEST grants support innovative inquiry-based learning experiences. CCSD’s projects span all grade levels and content areas. Some of the creative ideas include learning about the impact of pollution on our local watershed and exploring sound and vibration through string instruments.
One of the teachers who received a BEST grant this school year is Academic Magnet High School’sMaria Desbrow. Funding will go toward hands-on learning as students use coding to build the circuitry for electronic toys and professional development for teachers on incorporating micro bits and coding in their subject areas.
“Students need hands-on experiences,” explained Desbrow. “It’s not that jobs have disappeared; they’ve changed. Current jobs require people to understand the integration between technology and computing while the curriculum focuses solely on memorization and computation.”
Three teachers at Daniel Jenkins Academy (DJA) collaborated on a grant to provide students with interdisciplinary learning in science, math, and social studies. Students in the Human Geography, Earth Science, Biology, and Algebra classes will engage in project-based learning by growing hydroponic crops. They will learn about food scarcity and the importance of urban, sustainable agriculture. In addition, they will perform experiments that address global limitations to land agriculture, including examining soil quality, water quality, desalinization when freshwater is not available, and examining weather patterns.
“Nearly all of the students in our school are living in communities with limited options to healthy food,” said Timothy Sweeney, a social studies at DJA. “Many don’t realize the impact of food scarcity on their health and community. This project has direct relevance to issues in their own lives.”
Alethea “E.C.” Setser, SAIL (Students in Accelerated Learning) teacher at Charles Pinckney Elementary, was asked by Bosch to be a champion this year based on her ability to receive a grant last school year. Mrs. Setster assisted 17 colleagues at her school and neighboring schools in applying for a winning grant. Funding will go toward innovative projects such as learning physics through pottery, studying characters in novels through 3D printing, coding, and robotics.
For more information, contact the Division of Strategy and Communication at (843) 937-6303.
Statement from Rep. Marvin Pendarvis on ‘Reimagine Schools’ Proposal
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – January 7 – In response to a proposal by the Coastal Community Foundation to revamp over 20 schools in Charleston County that are considered “underperforming”, State Representative Marvin Pendarvis (D-Charleston) released the following statement:
“I’m concerned by the proposal to ‘reimagine’ 23 of Charleston’s public schools by an entity that has no experience with school operations. The $32 million in this proposal should go directly to the schools, not an outside organization that I do not believe is fit for the job. Meaningful investments in education will improve these schools, not privatization.”
Learn about 55+ communities in the Lowcountry – New video from Keith Lucas – Selling the Holy City
Charleston has been named the #2 city to retire in the USA by Wallethub. ?Get Your Free Charleston & the Lowcountry Relocation Guide: https://bit.ly/3F82k0n
One of the biggest draws is the fantastic Active Adult communities that Charleston has to offer.
Learn more about 55+ communities in the Lowcountry from this new video from Keith Lucas – Selling the Holy City
Charleston-based and women-owned She Shells Announces Joyful Collection
Tori Nardone, Founder of The Balancing Effect and Creator of A Toast to Women, has launched her latest collection with She Shells – a jewelry company that celebrates women and the Charleston coast.
This third collection contains ten unique necklaces made with local shells, inspired by women, and embodies the theme of JOY.
Nardone feels like we all need more JOY to kick start our 2022. The Joyful Collection is inspired by her favorite book, Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee, and contains colorful creations featuring rainbows, flowers, hearts, and colors galore.
You can shop The Joyful Collection ($45-$75) at www.sheshellschs.com
Sotheby’s International Realty Global Referral Network Delivers Record-Breaking Sale on Tybee Island
21 Teresa Lane exchanges hands for $4.2 million, the highest-price residential real estate sale on Tybee Island
On Thursday, December 16, 21 Teresa Lane closed for $4.2 million, setting the record for the highest-price residential sale on Tybee Island.
The buyer, represented by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty, came to the Lowcountry brokerage by way of the Sotheby’s International Realty global referral network. Spanning 75 countries and territories and 1,000 offices worldwide, Sotheby’s International Realty harnesses the power of relationships by cultivating this exclusive referral network. It’s a strategy that yields results, generating $2.9 billion in global referral volume in 2020. According to the National Association of Realtors®, a key factor for moving over the last year was to be closer to family and friends. As relocations continue, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty asserts their cross-market connections will provide buyers and sellers an edge.
In the case of 21 Teresa Lane, the referral to Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty came from Jamie Curry of Florida’s Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s International Realty. The Lowcountry-based firm enlisted top agents in Pawley’s Island, SC, Charleston, SC, Bluffton, SC, and Savannah, GA to showcase each area of the region’s exceptional listings. The white glove, high-touch approach brought the buyer to 21 Teresa Lane, a 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom, 5,219 square foot oceanfront home that had last changed hands in 2010, also through Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty agents.
Kelli Weis, broker-in-charge of the Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty office in Savannah, served as the buyer’s agent.
“This is an example of the Sotheby’s International Realty network delivering results,” said Weis. “With our newly expanded regional footprint, we’re able to provide clients around the world with expert local agents in all areas of the Lowcountry.”
The seller was represented by Taavo Roos of Seabolt Brokers, LLC.
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About Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty
Serving the Lowcountry for 37 years, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty has closed over $2 billion in real estate sales, all without litigation. Joining the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in 2007, the company has taken its local market expertise and expanded into the international arena through a close partnership with the Sotheby’s Auction House and a powerful referral network across affiliate offices worldwide. As of late 2021, the brokerage supports over 110 agents throughout its home of Charleston, with a newly-expanded presence in Savannah, Hilton Head, and Bluffton.
New Morris Island Drone Footage provided by Hayashi Multimedia
Discover the cinematic beauty of Morris Island Lighthouse with this new drone footage by Hayashi Multimedia
“I recently took a road trip to Charleston, SC and visited the Morris Island Lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in South Carolina. It was built in 1876, decommissioned in 1962, and it was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. The only way to access the lighthouse was via drone since the waters around the area are too rough for swimming or wading. I launched my DJI Mini 2 from the north bank of Folly beach to reach the lighthouse, circled it a few times, and booked it back to the launch point before my battery ran out twice. This was the first time I used the Quickshot function to orbit around the lighthouse and it seemed to work pretty well. Again, I composed a simple background music track to complement the video footage using Dune 3 and Beatmaker in Bitwig Studio.” – Hayashi Multimedia
New Video Discussion: Black History of the Gullah
If you have a passion for the personal history of Charleston and South Carolina, this new discussion panel is worth a viewing
The CODfather opening new Nexton location on January 4, 2022
On Tuesday, Jan. 4, The CODfather will start serving up plates of its English pub fare in Summerville’s Nexton community.
The Nexton Square location, on Nexton Square Drive in Summerville, joins the existing CODFather location on Spruill Avenue in North Charleston.
Charleston 22 Day Challenge to Welcome in 2022
By Minta Pavliscsak
The New Year is almost upon us! To honor it, we came up with a list to help you kick off 2022 with a fresh look. Despite how this past year has been for you, a different perspective is always a good thing. Whether you take today to start or wait until spring, sometimes all we need is a little inspiration to help get us going.
1) Invite a friend to catch up over coffee at a locally owned coffee shop.
2) Take a different route during your stroll around the neighborhood.
3) Purchase tickets for a play/musical or comedy show.
4) Relax in a park. Bring a picnic, magazine, or just soak in what’s around.
5) Finally do that tourist activity you’ve been secretly wanting but have yet to do.
6) Browse a local art gallery.
7) Write down your top five favorite spots in the area. When is the last time you’ve explored these?
8) Organize your pantry, and take those dusty dry goods you’ll never use to one of the many Blessing Boxes in the area.
9) Extend a hello to a new neighbor.
10) Go out to listen to a local band.
11) Walk or bike The Bridge. Already do this? Check out a new pedestrian friendly path.
12) Search for shark teeth or unique seashells on your favorite beach.
13) Treat yourself to a meal at a restaurant you have yet to try.
14) Learn something new about Charleston by visiting a historical site.
15) Hit the water for a day of fishing. No boat? No problem! All In One runs charters year round, and with knowledgeable guides like Capt. Chris you won’t be disappointed.
16) Donate those books that have been used to collect dust to a Little Free Library.
17) Send a handwritten letter to a loved one.
18) Try out one of the recreation programs offered by Charleston County Parks.
19) Focus on yourself by taking a “Me Day.” You’ve earned it!
20) Pick up a book to read written by a local arthur.
21) Snap a photo of your favorite spot and post it to share with others.
22) Gas up the car and hit the road for a daytrip.
We hope you enjoy this 22 Day Challenge as much as we do! We would love to hear how your challenge goes! Be sure to tag us in your adventures, and don’t forget to share what you’re doing with friends. Good luck with the list, and a very Happy New Year to you and yours!
Photo Credit: Fishing Images – Chris M. Holt