You Belong!
The SCEA members are doing their part in the movement for public education and everyone is taking the next steps to support the cause. Are you ready to take your first step?
The SCEA Members Are Working for the Schools South Carolina Students and Educators Deserve
The South Carolina Education Association (The SCEA) represents members employed in public schools throughout South Carolina and is an affiliate of the largest professional association of educators in the country. As the leading advocate for the schools South Carolina students deserve, The SCEA and its community partners believe in opportunity for every student and in the power of public education to transform lives and create a more just and inclusive society.
Our best hope for student success is you.
Your passion and commitment are crucial to helping students—of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds—learn, grow, and fulfill their potential. Here's how you can get started...
Advocate for your rights and working conditions
Build your career and find opportunities to lead
Advance justice with us
Use Your Educator Voice.
We are THE voice for educators in South Carolina. See what membership can mean for you!
Our journey began more than a century ago. YOURS STARTS NOW.
We've spent decades working for the schools South Carolina students and educators deserve—but, there's still more to do.
Let's Get Real
Let's Bring Real Change
Let's Get Real
South Carolina Public Schools Lost $423 Million to Corporate Tax Breaks in Fiscal Year 2019. Already-poor school districts lost the most. #SCstudentsdeserve fully, equitably funded public schools.
Let's Bring Real Change
I am an educator because I enjoy helping students excel and reach their highest potential. South Carolina educators deserve the right to equal funding for their classrooms, equal funding for their students, most importantly their voices to be heard.
— Liz Humphrey, Middle School Technologist
Advocate for change.
What’s on Your Mind?
We’re here to help. Our community comes to us seeking tools (guides, reports, trainings, and more) to help answer everyday questions. We’re here to support you in whatever you need.
- Bullying
- Jobs
- Trauma
- School Vouchers
- School Climate
- Racism & Cultural Bias
- Racial & Social Justice
- Privatization
- Politics & Campaigns
- Pay & Benefits
- Mental Health
- LGBTQ Rights
- Gun Violence
- Immigration
- Charter Schools
- Gender Equity
- Federal Legislation
- English Language Learning
- Educator Shortage
- Education Funding
- Diversity & Inclusion
- COVID-19
- College Affordability
- Workplace Conditions
Go local, get active
The best way you can support students and protect public education is to get involved directly in your community. At The SCEA, we partner closely with local affiliates and members to support you where you live and work.
Your Voice. Our Power. Their Future.
The SCEA is an affiliate of the largest professional association of educators in the country. As the leading advocate for the schools South Carolina students deserve, The SCEA works to promote quality public education and to support public school employees.