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Guide to Sumter 2021
in Sumter
When it comes to education, Sumter is fortunate to have a variety of excellent learning institutions to meet the needs of our residents. Whether you are interested in public school, private schools (including independent and parochial), homeschooling with an active local support system or advanced degrees and continuing education certifications, we have options available. Sumter School District works diligently to help all students to develop world-class skills, life and career characteristics of the Profile of the S.C. Graduate by equipping them to be responsible, successful and productive citizens in a global society. The district focuses on student achievement by ensuring challenging curricula and high expectations. Gaining reaccreditation by AdvancEd, the organization that conducts rigorous on-site, external reviews of schools and school systems to ensure that all learners realize their full po-
