South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to announce a new partnership with the South Carolina State Guard to bring the rich military history of South Carolina into classrooms across the state. Through this collaboration, SCETV and the South Carolina State Guard will develop educational resources, including digital content and classroom tools, to share the stories of South Carolina’s military heroes and the contributions they’ve made to the nation.
Since its founding in 1670, the South Carolina State Guard has stood as a steadfast protector of the state, from Revolutionary War battles under figures such as Francis Marion and Thomas Sumter, to its service during recent natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, with SCETV’s expertise in producing high-quality educational programming, this history will be made accessible to students and adults across the state.
Resources will be made available through KnowItAll.org, SCETV’s award-winning educational website for teachers and educators. With curated content around the topic of South Carolina military history, educators will be able to access these resources to use in the classroom. Additionally, SCETV will integrate military history themes into existing programs such as History in a Nutshell and share information via the scetv.org website and SCETV social media platforms.
QUOTES
“Through this partnership we bring our state’s compelling military history into classrooms across South Carolina! These valuable resources will be available to students free of charge, offering an engaging way to explore and learn about the contributions and sacrifices made by our state’s military. This collaboration is an opportunity to ensure that future generations have access to important stories and lessons from our past. We're excited to see these educational tools in action!” –SCETV Chief Learning Officer Dr. Salandra Bowman
“The South Carolina State Guard is exhilarated to be partnering with one of the premiere educational networks in the country, SCETV. We are highly excited to expand the knowledge of our students and community concerning the rich heritage of our state, its stories and heroes, and our place in this great nation’s birth.” –South Carolina State Guard Commanding General Major General Leon Lott
FAST FACTS
- SCETV and the South Carolina State Guard have partnered to bring South Carolina’s rich military history into classrooms across the state.
- The South Carolina State Guard has been protecting the state since 1670, participating in key battles during the Revolutionary War and providing essential services during recent disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Through this partnership, SCETV will create digital content and classroom tools to highlight the contributions of South Carolina’s military heroes.
- Educational resources will be available through KnowItAll.org, SCETV’s award-winning website for teachers, making South Carolina’s military history accessible to students and educators.
- SCETV will also integrate military history themes into existing programs such as History in a Nutshell and share related content on scetv.org and social media platforms.
About South Carolina ETV and Public Radio
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working toward creating a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. In addition to airing local programs, such as Carolina Classrooms, Making It Grow, and This Week in South Carolina, SCETV also presents multiple programs to regional and national audiences, including By The River, After Action, Reconnecting Roots, Reel South, Somewhere South, Yoga in Practice and How She Rolls. In addition, SC Public Radio produces the national radio production, Chamber Music from Spoleto Festival USA.
About the South Carolina State Guard
The South Carolina State Guard swiftly responds to disasters, safeguarding people, property and aiding community recovery alongside the National Guard and law enforcement when called upon. It operates under the direction of the Adjutant General within the South Caroline Military Department, with the Governor as its Commander in Chief.
Media Contact
SCETV
Landon Masters
media@scetv.org
(803) 737-3337
South Carolina State Guard
CPT David Finleyson
david.finleyson@sg.sc.gov
