Joetta Harrell

This document outlines the curriculum goals for gifted and talented students. It focuses on five primary areas: supporting mastery of core learning at advanced levels, developing understanding of interdisciplinary concepts and their relationships, cultivating inquiry skills, enhancing critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, and improving proficiency in communicating abstract and complex ideas. The plan aims to ensure gifted learners demonstrate comprehensive understanding, analytical skills, ethical reasoning, effective research capabilities, and strong communication skills appropriate for their advanced learning needs.

The board reviewed an operational expectations monitoring report on facilities, covering active construction and renovation projects across various district schools. Key topics included progress updates, budget assessments, and completion statuses for projects such as Midland Elementary, North Myrtle Beach Middle and High Schools, St. James elementary and middle schools, South Conway Elementary, Daisy Elementary, and Myrtle Beach Middle School. The report also detailed emergency access lanes, HVAC replacements, and fire alarm system upgrades, with status updates on punch list items, certificates of occupancy, and financial adjustments for capital projects.

The board reviewed several construction and infrastructure projects, including the completion of the Aynor Elementary loop road and progress on the Loris Middle School loop road. Other topics included the bidding phase for new walkway canopies at Lakewood Elementary, completion of roof replacements at Myrtle Beach High School and St. James Elementary, and upcoming renovations to the Myrtle Beach Intermediate School for records, science kits, and adult education. Additionally, the board discussed the procurement of modular classrooms for multiple elementary schools and ongoing developments for the new Horry County Education Center and SOAR Academy facility, alongside efforts to address budget and scheduling challenges for athletic track and tennis court projects across district high schools.

The document outlines the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, detailing approved projects with their associated costs and anticipated completion dates. Key strategic areas include the construction of new elementary schools, comprehensive renovations for several existing high schools and elementary schools, and significant investments in athletic improvements, emergency maintenance, security upgrades, and technology infrastructure. The plan also allocates funds for general capital improvements and equipment, with an overall goal of enhancing educational facilities and supporting services.

This plan details how Horry County Schools will allocate its American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER funds to address the impact of COVID-19 on elementary and secondary education. Key priorities include combating learning loss through evidence-based interventions in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Social, Emotional, Behavioral and Mental Health, and implementing robust prevention and mitigation strategies consistent with CDC guidance to ensure safe school operations. The plan also focuses on enhancing educational technology, providing mental health services, expanding summer learning and afterschool programs, improving school facilities and indoor air quality, and maintaining operational continuity of services for all students, especially those disproportionately affected by the pandemic.