Why do Greenville County Schools need a large savings account? Learn how the GCS fund balance protects teachers, handles emergencies, and funds innovation.

Episode Resources:

• GFOA Best Practices for Fund Balance Reserves
• Greenville County Schools Financial Transparency Portal
• InformEdsc
• Public Education Partners

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Curious what makes downtown so walkable? Learn how the Greenville Design Review Board shapes urban design and how you can help guide our city's future.

Episode Resources:

• Greenville Design Review Board Official Page
• GVL 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• City of Greenville Development Code and Zoning Regulations
• Upstate Business Journal Article on "Baby Bi-Lo" Renovation
• Explore Vacancies for Greenville Boards and Commissions
• DP3 Architects Official Website
• Episode with Shannon Lavrin (City Manager) about GVL 2040 / the comprehensive plan that led into the Greenville Development Code
• Episode with Councilwoman Dorothy Dowe about city boards and commissions
• Episode with County Councilwoman Liz Seman about county boards and commissions

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Step inside the Future Teacher Academy as high school seniors share their front-row view of teaching. Discover how real classroom experience shapes educators.

Episode Resources:

• Official Future Teacher Academy Overview
• South Carolina Teacher Cadets Program
• InformEdsc
• Public Education Partners

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Learn how to support a local political campaign with expert Derek Lewis. Discover easy, actionable ways to help, from social media likes to donating or hosting a meet and greet.

Election Resources:

• Check Your Voter Registration Status
• View Your Sample Ballot
• Look Up Who Represents You

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For the past decade, the GATE program has built a sustainable pipeline of Greenville County educators by supporting career changers on their path to the classroom. Learn the secret to high retention and building a local pipeline.

Episode Resources:

• Greenville County Schools GATE Program Official Page
• Informed SC Data Center
• GATE Application Checklist & Info Session Details

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The 2026 Greenville County elections show an historic surge in candidate competition. Discover why the June primaries and runoffs are crucial for your vote.

Episode Resources:

• Official South Carolina Election Commission Website
• Greenville County Voter Registration & Elections
• Vote411 Non-Partisan Candidate Lookup Tool
• South Carolina Primary & Runoff Election Guide

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Discover how high school booster clubs bridge the gap between district budgets and athletic needs. Learn how parent volunteers fund sports and get involved.

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Boost parent and community engagement in schools. Learn the difference between a PTA and an SIC, and discover volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.

Episode Resources:

• Connect with the Greenville District PTA

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Ready to run for local office? We demystify the candidate filing process in South Carolina. Learn about required documents, deadlines, and campaign strategies.

Episode Resources:

• SC Votes Candidate Information Portal
• SC State Ethics Commission (SEI Filing)
• Live SC Candidate Tracking Tool
• Greenville County Voter Registration and Elections
• SC Association of Counties Resource Handbooks
• Episode on School Board Races
• Episode on Financial Disclosures with Leigh McGill
• Episode with Newly Elected Officials

Simple Civics:

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Discover how structured literacy is transforming classrooms. Austin Greene and Beverly Holt-Pilkey break down the science of reading for student success.

Episode Resources:

• National Reading Panel 2000 Report
• The Science of Reading - The Reading League
• Scarborough’s Reading Rope
• South Carolina Read to Succeed (Act 114)
• Amira Learning
• Reading Horizons

Simple Civics:

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