Teachers are the unsung heroes of our communities, dedicating their lives to educating and inspiring the next generation. SCBaptist churches have the opportunity to show their support and gratitude for these dedicated individuals by offering a range of resources and programs. Here are some ways that SCBaptist churches can support teachers: South Carolina Baptist Convention
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Deer Park Baptist Church in North Charleston, SC has been serving teachers and students in North Charleston since 2016 through Heart4Schools. The ministry started with simple acts such as backpack buddies and reading partners, but soon shifted its focus to come alongside teachers, serving them and helping meet their needs. Cindy Watts, a member of
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Are you looking for a great way to connect your church family with your school partner? Invite them to become a “Teacher’s P.E.T.”! Riverbluff Church encourages our members to get involved in our school partnership with Oakbrook Elementary in a variety of ways. Many cannot participate in Reading Buddies or other activities, but everyone can
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Heart4Schools is an SCBaptist ministry that serves teachers and students in various communities. Nancy Kalutz, a member of First Baptist Camden, has been working with Heart4Schools through her church since her retirement in 2017. Kalutz’s church partners with a an alternative school in their community. With her experience as a teacher in the district, she
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For the past eight years, Lucas Avenue Baptist Church has been actively involved in providing Good News Clubs at Ford Elementary. However, it was only last year that they truly felt their partnership with the school deepened when they started serving as Reading Buddies. This new program has allowed them to make a significant difference
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In the 2022 – 2023 school year, there were 1,201 international teachers working in South Carolina, and the numbers are rising. These teachers arrive with only 2 suitcases and limited funds to rent and furnish an apartment and find transportation. Many spend several years sleeping on the floor or on an air mattress. Some have
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Kenny Moore, the pastor of Davidson Street Baptist in Clinton, SC has been serving teachers and students through Heart4Schools for many years. His church has partnered with two schools and has been actively involved in providing necessary support to the students and teachers. They have done everything from providing backpacks to building relationships with principals.
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Brett Gandy, a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Hartsville, South Carolina, has been serving teachers and students through Heart4Schools, an SCBaptist ministry, since 2016. The church started Reading Buddies programs in two schools, and the initiative was an instant hit. “Just to see a smile on the kid’s face, it just melts your heart,”
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Download the October 2022 newsletter for more on the following topics: Better Together Heart4Schools Training recap Ideas for Serving Teachers Ministry Spotlight: River Springs Church, Irmo Ministry Spotlight: New Salem Baptist Church, Sumter Outside the Walls Event Food Insecurity and Backpack Buddies 2022 – 2023 School Appreciation Days
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