October 10, 2023
Abigail “Abby” Bruce, an 11th grader at James Island Charter High School, was just announced as the “Rookie Caddie of the Year”. This honor was presented at the inaugural Charleston Muni BBQ to celebrate the end of the summer season. Abby had completed an impressive 26 full “loops” since this...
SOLID GREEN Teacher Feature – Wytashanika Murray
October 3, 2023
At which MSS campus do you teach? Meeting Street - Jasper & Beaufort Why did you decide to be a teacher? I became a teacher to be that change in my community. Growing up in one of the toughest areas in Palm Beach County, Florida, I can remember there wasn't...
SOLID GREEN Teacher Feature – Amy Whetstone
September 26, 2023
At which MSS campus do you teach? Meeting Street - Brentwood Why did you decide to be a teacher? I love working with children and helping them grow, not only academically but socially and emotionally as well. Why do you choose to stay in the classroom? I love the reward...
SOLID GREEN Teacher Feature – Molly Peterson
September 5, 2023
Which MSS campus do you teach at? Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Why did you decide to be a teacher? I decided to be a teacher because I found a love for teaching others through a dance camp I had started with some friends in high school. The more I worked with...
SOLID GREEN Teacher Feature – Miranda Stallings
August 22, 2023
At which MSS campus do you teach? Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Why did you decide to be a teacher? I decided to be a teacher because I passionately believe that education is a key gateway to opportunity. Growing up in a low socioeconomic household, my passion for knowledge and growth opened...
SOLID GREEN Teacher Feature – Nicole Holmes
August 1, 2023
Which MSS campus do you teach at? Meeting Street - Brentwood Why did you decide to be a teacher? I began my career journey as a fresh college graduate that was hired as a kindergarten teacher assistant. I honestly thought I would be "passing through," as I thought my career...
2nd Cohort of First Year Teachers Celebrate Completion of MSS New Teacher Academy
May 18, 2023
By Kady Preston and Brooke Tompkins Why did Meeting Street Schools Create New Teacher Academy? In Malcolm Gladwell’s 2011 book Outliers: The Story of Success he makes the claim that it takes 10,000 hours of intensive practice to achieve mastery of complex skills such as playing the violin or getting...
February 13, 2023
Our Meeting Street - Jasper & Beaufort founding principal, Tamil Goodson, was invited to be a guest on the Kids First Radio Show hosted by SC Public Charter Schools. It was a great opportunity to share her passion and vision for Meeting Street - Jasper & Beaufort as a tuition-free...
“Living for the Movement” @ Meeting Street-Burns
June 13, 2022
It starts with our values. We have many, but here are a few: Unwavering: continuing in a strong and steady way. Belief: trust, faith, or confidence in someone or something. High expectations: any effort to set the same high educational standards for all students in a class, school, or education system. Community: a unified...
Meeting Street Schools’ Hosts Alumni Weekend!
March 21, 2022
Over 100 Meeting Street Schools current and soon-to-be alumni gathered at their alma mater to attend our very first Network-wide Alumni Weekend to receive information and inspiration for their journey to college and career. Scholars and families started the two-day event by gathering for food and fun at their...
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Start Your Career!Meeting Street Schools (MSS) is an innovative non-profit where schools, families, and the community collaborate to create environments where all children can achieve their full potential. With a network of schools across South Carolina, including MSA-Charleston (Charleston, SC), MSA-Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC), MS-Brentwood (North Charleston, SC), MS-Burns (North Charleston, SC), and MS-Jasper & Beaufort (Jasper, SC), we are committed to providing students with the rigorous education they deserve.
Founded on the principle that every child deserves an excellent education regardless of their socio-economic background, Meeting Street Schools has been a beacon of hope and a testament to what's possible in education. Our schools are driven by a strong focus on student achievement, evidence-based instruction, and relentless support of our students and their families.
While united by our shared mission, each MSS campus, is unique in its character, tapping into the local spirit of the communities they serve. Explore each of our schools and discover how they're creating a brighter future for students in South Carolina.
Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, MSA Charleston is more than just a school—it’s a hub for innovative learning and community engagement. As part of the Meeting Street Schools network, MSA Charleston embodies a commitment to excellence through its rigorous academic programs, inclusive culture, and focus on developing the whole child. With a curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal growth, MSA Charleston prepares students to be curious learners and active citizens of their community.
MSA Spartanburg stands as a pillar of educational innovation in the Spartanburg community. The school’s dedicated educators and supportive learning environment ensure that each child receives a high-quality, personalized education with exceptional faculty and teachers. MSA Spartanburg is distinguished by its emphasis on community partnership, fostering relationships that extend beyond the classroom to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.
MS Brentwood is a place where education meets opportunity. Serving the Brentwood area, this school is a testament to the transformative power of education. With a student-centered approach that celebrates diversity and encourages excellence, MS Brentwood is dedicated to equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. MS Brentwood also serves as a hub for the Brentwood community to access educational and wellness services. The school’s commitment to innovation, coupled with a warm, welcoming environment, makes it a standout in the MSS network.
Located in a community rich with history and culture, MS Burns is renowned for its dynamic educational approach that intertwines traditional learning with modern teaching techniques. The school’s focus on experiential learning ensures that students at MS Burns are not only recipients of knowledge but also active participants in their educational journey. MS Burns exists to spark an educational revolution for the students and families in the Dorchester-Waylyn Neighborhood in North Charleston. With a commitment to creating a supportive and challenging academic environment, MS Burns is forging a new path in public education.
MS Jasper represents the Meeting Street Schools’ dedication to community-based education with a global perspective. The school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential and cultivate a love for learning. With its diverse programs such as Eureka Math, and Wit and Wisdom, MS Jasper puts a major emphasis on character development, specialized learning and equips students to become thoughtful, engaged members of society, reflecting the MSS ethos of empowerment through education.
“MSA is a family. Once you’re in, you’re in. They said they would follow our kids from K-3 to college and they actually lived up to what they said they would do. Not only did MSA challenge my daughter academically but it also exposed her to new things that she probably wouldn’t have been exposed to at our previous neighborhood school. Our journey at MSA was exciting and rewarding. They actually walk the walk.”
“We come into work everyday truly believing that our students are capable of achieving anything that is put in front of them. Here at MSS, students are provided the opportunity to achieve success through the facilitation of well-educated teachers, resources, and a responsive classroom school environment.”
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