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Human and Civil Rights 2025 Nominations

The South Carolina Education Association Human and Civil Rights Committee is excited to announce that nominations for our annual Human and Civil Rights Awards are now open!

FRIEND OF EDUCATION AWARD

The SCEA Friend of Education Award was established to honor a person who has made a significant contribution to the betterment of American Education specifically here in South Carolina. The Friend of Education Award may be bestowed upon any person who through leadership, acts, and support has proven to be a true friend of education, educators and students.

AL NICKLES AWARD

The Al Nickels Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional achievement in public education advocacy in the state of South Carolina or service to the membership of the SCEA.

Walker E. Solomon Award

The Walker E. Solomon Awards recognizes individuals and groups promoting human, racial, and social justice

School Bell Award

The SCEA recognizes the contributions made by members of the mass media (radio, television, newspapers, billboards) in the advancement of public awareness and quality public education.

Please submit your nominations by Friday, April 25, 2025, to ensure that these deserving individuals receive the recognition they deserve. 

Go to https://form.jotform.com/250824137201042 to submit.

Thank you for your commitment to justice and education.

2025 HCR Nominations

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