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Impact

CarolinaCrED complements the College of Education’s impact on the recruitment, preparation, and retention of quality educators in South Carolina.

Together, with our partners, we know CarolinaCrED is improving the practice of educators serving South Carolina’s 700,000+ students. We support leaders and learners statewide to build capacity that improves teaching and learning through a variety of programs and services, as shown by the numbers (see graphics on right). And there’s more. Shared stories show how innovation in partnerships make a difference.

Our Reach

A map of South Carolina highlights counties shaded from light to dark red, indicating CarolinaCrED contracts by county. Text states: 878 educators enrolled, 43 school districts served, and 65K students impacted.

Supporting Facts

Flyer for CarolinaTIP Teacher Induction Program, featuring quotes, benefits like >90% retention rate, +11.7% teacher retention, program details, and contact info. Includes photos of teachers and supportive graphics throughout.

Highlighted StoriesCarolina TIP
A smiling CarolinaCAP teacher holding an open book stands at the front of a classroom filled with attentive students seated at desks.

June 10, 2024

For Alison Schriro, the College of Education has ‘been there every step’ of her teaching career

By Anna Francis, annafrancis@sc.edu The CarolinaTIP completer is encouraged by continued investment through the Coaching Academy Alison Schriro enjoyed her time at the University of South Carolina,…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
Six people sit around a table in a meeting room, engaged in discussion with laptops and notebooks. A large screen and flags are visible in the background. The group appears collaborative and focused.

May 29, 2024

CarolinaCAP: A Model for Alternative Certification that Works

By Dr. Remona Jenkins, Director of Teacher Quality & Staff Development, Kershaw County School District Allyson, a kindergarten instructional assistant, first heard about CarolinaCAP through a…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
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May 28, 2024

It’s Never Too Late: Walk in Your Purpose with CarolinaCAP’s Support

By Tina M. Ramos-McBride Have you ever felt like you’re running a race a mile behind everyone at every turn, but then you blink and become a contender? You can see the cheering fans, the trophies…

InfographicsResourcesCarolina CAP
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May 6, 2024

CarolinaCAP – Quarterly Report / Year Four : Q3

The CarolinaCAP alternative teacher certification pathway provides a high-quality teaching experience to its candidates as well as superior and regularly enhanced supports to its district partners,…

Highlighted StoriesCarolina TIP
A group of nine people, dressed in business attire, stand outside holding a large ceremonial check for $400,000 from Power:Ed to the University of South Carolina Education Foundation in support of CarolinaCAP, dated March 28, 2023.

April 16, 2024

Power:Ed funding expands CarolinaTIP programming to Pee Dee

The Carolina Teacher Induction Program (CarolinaTIP) has earned a $300,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of the SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand programming to South Carolina’s Pee Dee…

Highlighted StoriesCarolina TIP
Three people in formal attire stand together, smiling. The man in the center holds a CarolinaCAP award. Behind them are University of South Carolina banners and black, gold, and white balloons.

April 15, 2024

CarolinaTIP completer receives college’s 2024 Outstanding New Teacher Award

CarolinaTIP Educator Adam Rafferty was presented with the University of South Carolina College of Education’s 2024 Outstanding New Teacher Award at its annual Champions of Education Gala in late…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
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January 25, 2024

CarolinaCAP: Coaching Gets to the Art and Heart of Teaching

By Benita Hughes Could individualized coaching and support possibly be the missing piece needed for teacher retention? The Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation (CarolinaCAP) candidates…

InfographicsResourcesCarolina CAP
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January 23, 2024

CarolinaCAP – Quarterly Report / Year Four : Q2

In the second quarter of our fourth year of existence, CarolinaCAP continued to strengthen its impact in the state of South Carolina through pivotal growth in classroom placements and candidate…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
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January 23, 2024

CarolinaCAP: Experienced Educators Plant Seeds of Hope

By Dr. Ernestine Young Have you ever planted a seed that blossomed into a beautiful flower? I have. My two years as a CarolinaCAP Coach have been a rewarding and fruitful experience. The journey…

StoriesMicro-credentials
Four young children in a classroom sit around a blue table, with three of them raising their hands eagerly. Art supplies are on the table, and a teacher stands nearby, partially visible.

December 6, 2023

Unshadowing the power of language(s): Building the confidence of multilingual learners (Part 2)

Part one of this story can be found at https://carolinacred.org/unshadowing-the-power-of-languages-building-the-confidence-of-multilingual-learners/.   by Lydia Carnesale Miedo Beautiful shells…

StoriesMicro-credentials
A teacher sits in front of a chalkboard reading a book to a small group of young children, who are sitting cross-legged on the floor and listening attentively in a classroom setting.

November 29, 2023

Unshadowing the power of language(s): Building the confidence of multilingual learners (Part 1)

by Lydia Carnesale Quien soy yo, Identity strapped to language flow. How can my knowledge grow? Can you hear me? Borrando lo que es natural, Systems bind linguistic diversity. When understanding…

StoriesCarolinaCrED CORE
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November 17, 2023

CarolinaCrED CORE November Report

CarolinaCrED CORE Transforms Professional Learning for South Carolina EducatorsThe CarolinaCrED CORE team is comprised of professionals dedicated to connecting leaders and learners throughout the…

Our ReachFeaturedMicro-credentials
Four adults sit around a table covered with laptops, notebooks, markers, and yellow sticky notes. One woman stands, pointing at the notes while others listen and take notes, suggesting a collaborative meeting or workshop.

November 17, 2023

mCrED Program Update – Fall 2023

The mCrED team at the University of South Carolina College of Education offers micro-credentials and supports to K-12 educators in South Carolina to personalize their professional learning…

InfographicsResourcesCarolina CAP
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October 19, 2023

CarolinaCAP – Quarterly Report / Year Four : Q1

CarolinaCAP’s impact across the state continued to flourish during the first quarter of our fourth year of existence. In addition to launching an innovative residency program that provides additional…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
A diverse group of twelve adults stand indoors, smiling, with some holding a large sign that reads Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation. Bookshelves and a large window are in the background.

August 7, 2023

U.S. Department of Labor certifies CarolinaCAP as an apprenticeship with assistance from Apprenticeship Carolina

This designation allows increased benefits for program participants. The Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation (CarolinaCAP) is now a certified apprenticeship through Apprenticeship…

ImpactStoriesCarolina CAP
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July 26, 2023

Lead and Follow: My Journey to the Classroom

by Rashard Burrows Since primary school, teachers have told us to take initiative and be leaders rather than followers. When transitioning in a line, we were told, “Follow the leader.” But when the…

ImpactStoriesMicro-credentials
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July 25, 2023

Personalized Learning: It’s Not Just for Kids

by Dr. Sarah Bowie Six pairs of eyes focus on the Smart Board screen at the front of the room and on me as I click to the final slide of the presentation on goal setting with reading strategies.…

InfographicsResourcesCarolina CAP
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July 20, 2023

CarolinaCAP – Year Four Annual Report

CarolinaCAP is delighted to share the annual report for Proviso 1A.66, which summarizes activities in year four of the Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation (CarolinaCAP). The report…

Carolina TIP
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May 26, 2023

Carolina TIP : Program Impact

Since 2017, CarolinaTIP has achieved teacher retention rates ranging from 93% to 100%. As a result of three years of program support, TIP Teachers overwhelmingly report: Decreased Stress Increased…

InfographicsResourcesCarolina CAP
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April 17, 2023

CarolinaCAP – Quarterly Report / Year Three : Q3

As the CarolinaCAP licensure pathway continues to meet the needs of South Carolina school districts by supporting candidates who want to teach in schools across the state, our team is proud to…

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