Third-Annual Palmetto Pencil Project Supports Teachers and Classrooms Across South Carolina

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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) has announced the return of the Palmetto Pencil Project, a statewide teacher supply drive aimed at supporting educators and classrooms across South Carolina. The initiative reinforces SCETV’s continued commitment to education and community engagement.

From July 1–31, individuals and community groups are invited to donate classroom essentials that directly benefit teachers and enhance student learning. Requested items include:

• Writing Tools: Pencils, pens, markers, colored pencils, crayons, dry erase markers
• Paper Products: Printing paper, notebook paper, construction paper, composition notebooks, spiral notebooks
• Folders/Envelopes: Two-pocket folders, manila folders/envelopes
• Adhesives: Glue sticks, scotch tape refills, whiteout
• Desk Supplies: Erasers, staplers/staples, post-it notes, scissors
• Cleaning and Hygiene: Kleenex, hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes, Ziploc bags

SCETV regional studios in Columbia, Spartanburg, Rock Hill, Beaufort and Sumter will serve as donation locations to collect supplies during the drive. Supplies can be dropped off at each location between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Drop-off Locations

• South Carolina ETV: 1041 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia, 29201
• ETV Carolinas: 452 South Anderson Rd., Rock Hill, 29730
• ETV Sumter: 18 North Harvin Street, Sumter, 29150
• ETV Upstate: 800 University Way (Media Center on USC Upstate's Campus), Spartanburg, 29303
• ETV Lowcountry: 925 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort, 29902

Items will be donated to the local school district where the regional studio facility is located.

Supporting educators is essential to SCETV’s mission of serving South Carolinians. Educators help shape young minds, inspire lifelong learning and strengthen local communities. Through initiatives such as the Palmetto Pencil Project, SCETV strives to help alleviate the potential burden of purchasing supplies and fosters an environment where every child can learn and thrive.

For more information about the Palmetto Pencil Project, including supply lists and drop-off locations, please visit SCETV.org/PalmettoPencilProject.

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