Schools and Libraries K-12 School Directory Find contact information and web links for public schools and school districts. Learn More about K-12 School Directory Commission on Higher Education Information for South Carolina students preparing to attend college. Learn More about Commission on Higher Education Department of Education Oversees public education, teacher certification and adult education. Learn More about Department of Education Governor's School for Science and Mathematics A public, residential school located in Hartsville, specializing in science and mathematics. Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (SCGSSM) Learn More about Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities A public, residential school located in Greenville, specializing in arts and humanities. Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH) Learn More about Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities Governor’s School for Agriculture at John De La Howe Agricultural high school located in McCormick, South Carolina. Governor’s School for Agriculture at John De La Howe (SCGSA) Learn More about Governor’s School for Agriculture at John De La Howe Libraries Directory The South Carolina State Library provides a directory of public libraries in the state. Learn More about Libraries Directory School for the Deaf and the Blind The state's only specialized school for students who are deaf or blind. Learn More about School for the Deaf and the Blind Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School Structured, residential, military-style school for at-risk children, ages 16-19. Learn More about Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School State Library Provides public library development, library service for state institutions, services for the blind and physically handicapped and library services to state government agencies. Learn More about State Library First Steps 4K A free, full-day 4K program in child care centers, charter schools and private schools, plus child care scholarships for siblings ages 0-12. Learn More about First Steps 4K Associations Education Lottery Created by legislation, the South Carolina Education Lottery began in Jan. 2002 and raises funds to support K-12, community and higher education in the state. Learn More about Education Lottery Parent-Teacher Association Supports assists and encourages parent and public involvement in the public schools. Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) Learn More about Parent-Teacher Association Palmetto State Teachers Association An independent statewide professional association for K-12 educators in South Carolina. Learn More about Palmetto State Teachers Association Association for Educational Technology Promotes the innovative, intelligent and responsible use of technology in the enhancement of education in South Carolina. Learn More about Association for Educational Technology Association for School Administrators A united alliance of diverse school leaders advocating for a superior education for the citizens of South Carolina. Learn More about Association for School Administrators The South Carolina Education Association A professional association for K-12 educators in South Carolina. Learn More about The South Carolina Education Association South Carolina High School League Coordinates high school sports in South Carolina. Learn More about South Carolina High School League School Boards Association Serves as a source of information and as a statewide voice for boards governing the 85 public school districts. Learn More about School Boards Association Education Oversight Committee Reviews the state's education improvement process and evaluates school standards. Education Oversight Committee (EOC) Learn More about Education Oversight Committee Textbooks Browse the catalog of state-adopted textbooks and instructional materials for public schools. Learn More about Textbooks Child Care Resource and Referral Network A free service that provides child care referrals and information to parents, childcare providers and the community. Learn More about Child Care Resource and Referral Network First Steps First Steps offers programs and support to help parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 prepare for school success. Learn More about First Steps South Carolina Educational Television Programs and services that educate our children, engage our citizens, celebrate our culture and share the thrill of discovery and the joy of learning. South Carolina Educational Television (SCETV) Learn More about South Carolina Educational Television Financial Resources Federal Financial Aid Information Learn about and apply for federal grants and loans for higher education. Learn More about Federal Financial Aid Information Student Loan Corporation Find out about student loans for higher education in South Carolina, including the South Carolina Teacher Loan Program. Learn More about Student Loan Corporation Higher Education Tuition Grants Commission Provides need-based grant assistance to eligible South Carolina undergraduate students attending, on a full-time basis, eligible independent non-profit in-state colleges. Learn More about Higher Education Tuition Grants Commission Future Scholar 529 College Savings Program The Office of South Carolina State Treasurer offers a simple, affordable and tax-free way to save for a child's college education. There are added benefits for South Carolina state employees and residents. Learn More about Future Scholar 529 College Savings Program