GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS PROGRAMS

Twilight School

The Twilight School program is designed for students who have failed a class or need credits to graduate with their class. Students must be at least 15 years old, have an acceptable discipline record, and be currently attending their home-based school or a career center for at least half a day each school day. Classes begin each year in August and January, and meet at Hillcrest High School, Harley Bonds Career Center, Greenville High Academy, and Berea High School from 5:15PM - 8:30PM.  The program offers, smaller class size, individualized instruction & block schedule format. Two Units can be earned per semester (4 per year). The program is free to students, however, students must provide their own transportation. For more information, contact your guidance counselor or visit http://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/gcsd/schools/twilight.asp

GCVSP

The GCVSP program consists of academic courses that students take online via the internet to earn credits toward a South Carolina high school diploma. Only students who are enrolled in a regular high school are eligible to apply.  All classes are taught by experienced teachers who are certified in their respective subject areas. Courses taken during Fall and Spring semesters are free, however, Summer semester classes do have a fee. Students are responsible for logging on to read class material, complete assignments, and to take quizzes. Classes are semester-length and most award one unit of credit. Each semester has a published start and end date, and classes are not self-paced. GCVSP is a program of Greenville County Schools and does not award high school diplomas. For more information, contact your guidance counselor or visit gcsvirtual.com 

Virtual SC (VirtualSC)

VirtualSC partners with public, private, and home schools to provide free, individualized online learning solutions for students on the path to high school graduation.  VSC serves students in grades 7-12 and those in adult education programs who wish to take courses for high school credit without a seat-time requirement.  Rigorous online courses for initial credit or credit recovery are taught by highly-qualified South Carolina certified teachers.  For more information about VSC speak with your guidance counselor or visit the VirtualSC homepage at www.virtualSC.org

Pregnant & Parenting Students (PPS)

Pregnant and parenting students attending their home-based or choice schools will have access to a full range of available course offerings as well as a greater array of support services. Social Workers assist these students to assess their individual needs and connect them with school district and community resources and services. Periodic seminars and programs will be offered to provide information on topics such as parenting, child care, budgeting, health, safety and services that are available to pregnant and parenting students and their children. The goal of this new model is to improve grade promotion and graduation of pregnant and parenting students. For information, contact Tiffany Whitney at 355-2989

Medical Homebound Instruction

Students who cannot attend public school because of an acute or chronic medical condition may be eligible for medical homebound instruction. To recommend a student for medical homebound instruction, a physician must first certify that the student is unable to attend school but may benefit from instruction given in the home. Instruction is conducted by a certified teacher approved by the district. Any student participating in medical homebound instruction must first be approved by the district designee. For more information, call 355-3188 or visit www.greenville.k12.sc.us

Home Schooling

Parents may home school through the school district by completing an application and providing a copy of their high school diploma or GED to the Home School Office. The instructional day must be at least four and one-half hours, and the instruction year is at least one hundred eighty days. Parents must maintain a portfolio of samples of the student’s academic work. For additional information call 355-3188 or visit www.greenville.k12.sc.us

Virtual Charter Schools offered through the South Carolina Public Charter School District

South Carolina Connections Academy (SCCA)   K-12

South Carolina Connections Academy is a virtual educational program that serves South Carolina students in grades K-12. The program is a free public charter school that students attend from home. For more information visit http://www.connectionsacademy.com/south-carolina-school or call 1-800-382-6010.

South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS)  K-12

South Carolina Charter Virtual School is a free online public school that serves South Carolina students in grades K-12. The program uses web-based learning provided through the K12 Online School curriculum. For more information, please visit the SCVS website at: http://www.k12.com/scvcs/ or call 866-467-5184.

SC Whitmore School   9-12

The SC Whitmore School is a free online public high school for South Carolina students in grades 9 to 12. Students can earn a South Carolina Diploma. For more info please call (866) 476-6416 or visit http://www.sc.whitmoreschool.org/

Provost Academy South Carolina  9-12

Provost Academy South Carolina is a free online public high school for South Carolina students in grades 9 to 12. Students can earn a South Carolina Diploma. For more info call (877) 265-3195 or visit www.sc.provostacademy.com

Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC)  K-10

Cyber Academy of South Carolina is a free online public school that serves South Carolina students in grades K-10. The program uses web-based learning provided through the K12 Online School curriculum. For more information, please visit the CASC website at http://www.k12.com/casc or call 855-611-2830

Adult Education Options (GED and High School Diploma)

Lifelong Learning Adult Education    -DIPLOMA and GED  -  206 Wilkins Street, Greenville 29605

Lifelong Learning is the adult education division of Greenville County Schools. Programs are for adults who want to continue their basic education. Students may enroll 3 months prior to their 17th birthday in some instances with a recommendation from their school. Each student has his/her own education plan. Students can work toward a high school diploma or prepare to take the GED test. Classes are available at several locations during the day and in the evening. Students must provide their own transportation and there are fees to participate in the program.  For information, contact 355-6088 or visit www.greenville.k12.sc.us/lifelong/index.asp

Greenville County Schools  -  Satellite Diploma Program -DIPLOMA

The GCS Satellite Diploma Program offers an opportunity for qualifying students to earn a High School Diploma using virtual instruction in an Adult Education setting.  The program is cost-free and limited transportation is available, but space is extremely limited and students must contact their guidance counselor to see if they qualify.

GEAR Program - Greenville County Workforce Development -DIPLOMA and GED  

'GEAR' (Greenville Employment and Academics Resources) is focusing on assisting eligible youth between the ages of 17 and 21 to obtain employment which may also include educational attainment. GEAR will partner with today’s young adults to get onto the road to success. This may include any combination of fee assistance with educational opportunities, high-demand occupational training, supportive services, paid work experience, on-the-job (OJT) training, job development and placement assistance, goal attainment incentives, career counseling and much more. For more info visit http://www.greenvillewib.com/youthprograms.asp or call (864) 467-8080

United Ministries Adult Education and Employment Readiness -GED

United Ministries provides a free nontraditional GED program for students who are 17 & older. Staff and volunteer teachers work one-on-one with students to get ready for the GED. Students attend as often as they can for help preparing for the GED at their own pace and new students are accepted daily. After obtaining a GED, United Ministries will assist students with college and job training opportunities. Testing / Study Hours: Mon/Tu/Th: 8am-7pm & Wed: 8am-12noon. For more information, visit http://www.united-ministries.org/programs/adulted/adulted.html or call 232-6463.

Greenville Literacy Association -GED

The Literacy center offers 12 week GED preparation classes at 5 different locations in Greenville County.  Cost is $20/year.  Daytime and Evening Classes available.  For more information please call 864-467-3456, email info@greenvilleliteracy.org , or checkout the website at www.greenvilleliteracy.org

Learning centers:

                Golden Strip – Simpsonville                    J.Harley Bonds Resource Center-- Greer                 

                McAlister Square-- Greenville                 John I. Smith Center-- Berea   

GED Testing Service- GED Testing Service is an informative guide to helping individuals earn their high school equivalency credential.  You will find everything you need to know about the GED.    www.gedtest.org 

South Carolina Department of Education GED Program -GED

The GED Testing Office will tell you what to expect when you take the GED Tests, what your scores mean when you receive them in the mail, and how to use your GED credential to enroll in a college or university program of your choice. For more info call (803) 734-8071 or visit: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/standards-and-learning/adult-education/old/ace/ged/

Delta Point -GED

The GED Preparation Program is offered to students who did not complete high school and score at a 9th grade level or above on both the math and reading comprehension sections of the diagnostic test.   GED instructors work with students to master the skills and prepare for the exam. The Delta Point allows students to pay on a payment schedule. For more info call (864) 884-4627 or visit http://www.thedeltapoint.org/v1/?page_id=13 or email selena_parker2001@yahoo.com

Job Corps (Bamberg Job Corps Center) -DIPLOMA and GED 

Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16 through 24 learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED and get help finding a good job. Students are paid a monthly allowance; the longer a student stays in the program, the more the allowance will be. For more information call (803) 245-5101 or visit http://bamberg.jobcorps.gov/home.aspx

GEDforFree.Com - GED Preparation -GED

This website offers an online class, study guide, and pre-test to assist students in preparing for the GED test. Developed by experienced instructors, this 200-page course covers key points of the GED test. Students can assess their readiness for the GED test. Visit http://www.gedforfree.com/

Wil Lou Gray – Opportunity School -GED

Wil Lou Gray is a structured, residential, military-style environment that emphasizes both academic and life-skills education.  Specializing in helping at-risk young people (ages 16 through 19) move past the obstacles in their lives to achieve success.  Wil Lou Gray helps prepare and register students for the GED.

 For more information call (803) 896-6480 or visit http://www.willougray.org

South Carolina Youth Challenge Academy –GED

Operated by the SC National Guard, the SC Youth Challenge Academy serves at-risk youth ages 16-18 that are looking for an alternative program focusing on education and life skills.  This 22 week commitment allows students to work toward earning their GED while also focusing on health and hygiene, job skills, life coping skills, physical fitness, community service, and responsible citizenship.   For more info call 803-299-4879 scyouthchallenge.com