Discover how the Citizens Planning Academy demystifies community planning. Learn from a graduate’s story how you can get involved and make a real impact locally.

Episode Resources:

• Apply for the Citizens Planning Academy (Applications close Jan 14, 2026)
• Learn more about the Citizens Planning Academy
• Learn More About Upstate Forever
• Questions for Tre'Dessa Smalls? Email: [email protected]
• Learn About Serving on a Board or Commission (Simple Civics Episode)

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• Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good Greenville
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What does school safety in Greenville County Schools look like? Get an inside look at the layers of security, from random weapons detection to active shooter training.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about GCS safety and security
• Learn more about Public Education Partners
• Learn more about Greenville First Steps

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Discover how Duke Energy in Greenville County is planning for SC's record growth. Hear the full strategy, from its 15-year plan to community involvement.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about the Duke Energy Foundation
• Discover more about Mill Village Farms
• Learn about the OneSC Fund

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Learn what the Greenville County School Board does and how it works. A former trustee demystifies board responsibilities, types of meetings, and how to get involved.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about Public Education Partners
• Learn more about Greenville First Steps
• Find information on the GCS Board of Trustees

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From a founder's unique legacy to a force for change. Hear how Hollingsworth Funds Greenville is boosting economic mobility and planning to transform Laurens Road.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about Hollingsworth Funds
• Explore the Vision for the Bolden Street District
• Read Dr. Raj Chetty's Research on Economic Mobility
• Discover the History of John D. Hollingsworth on Wheels

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Learn how public-private partnerships in education in Greenville County address the child care crisis, support teachers, and boost early childhood learning.

Episode Resources:

• Read about the Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) Program
• Listen to the Future Teacher Academy episode
• Learn more about Greenville First Steps
• Learn more about Public Education Partners

Simple Civics:

• Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good Greenville
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Discover Give Greenville, the new nonprofit directory for Greenville County. Learn how to easily support local charities and hear powerful stories from Greer Relief.

Episode Resources:

• Discover the Give Greenville Nonprofit Directory
• Learn more about Greer Relief
• Learn more about GirlUp GVL

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Learn about the SmartARTS program, a model for nonprofit school partnerships. Discover how arts integration in schools unlocks student confidence and boosts achievement.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about SmartARTS
• Learn more about the Metropolitan Arts Council
• Discover Greenville County Schools
• Learn more about Greenville First Steps
• Learn more about Public Education Partners

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Simple Civics: Greenville County is produced by Podcast Studio X.

Learn the secrets of the Greenville Water system, from its pristine watersheds to its 100-year plan. Discover how foresight delivers award-winning water quality.

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about Greenville Water
• Learn more about Renewable Water Resources (ReWa)
• Learn about Trout Unlimited
• Learn about Save Our Saluda

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Simple Civics: Greenville County is produced by Podcast Studio X.

Discover the link between FILOTs and school funding in Greenville County. Learn how these tax abatement programs cost local schools $30 million in annual lost revenue.

Episode Resources:

• Greenville County Budget Basics
• Guide to SC School Tax Abatements
• Learn more about Greenville First Steps
• Learn more about Public Education Partners

Simple Civics:

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