CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston County School District plans to make some changes in some of its schools. The superintendent and staff began working on the initiative two years ago.
According to CCSD, the ‘Peninsula Promise’ works to ensure students thrive “academically, socially, and creatively.” One part of this plan includes making location changes for its schools in downtown Charleston. Julian Mitchell Elementary, which has historically stood on Perry Street since 1909, has experienced several closings and re-openings.
“The population there has been dwindling for years, and it’s become very challenging to be able to offer a high-quality elementary school experience,” Anita Huggins, superintendent for CCSD, said…