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For another consecutive year, Horry County Schools students outperformed state averages on key academic benchmarks. According to results recently released by the South Carolina Department of Education, Horry County Schools students surpassed their peers statewide on three major measures during the past school year.
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Get ready for an exciting new school year! Visit our Back to School page for helpful resources, important links, and everything you need to start the 2026–2027 school year with confidence.
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Discover HCS' plans to reduce screen-time and promote balanced, engaging learning experiences in our classrooms.
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Our calendars for both the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years are now available on our Calendar page.
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