Founding Principal, Tamil Goodson, Guest Hosts on Kids First Radio Show: Shares Passion and Vision for Meeting Street – Jasper & Beaufort

Founding Principal, Tamil Goodson, Guest Hosts on Kids First Radio Show: Shares Passion and Vision for Meeting Street – Jasper & Beaufort

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...

The First Fourteen: The Flagship’s Founding Class Graduates High School

Our founding fourteen Meeting Street Academy- Charleston scholars have graduated from high school. We are so proud of them. Meet Some Of Our Graduates The Other Half Of Our Founding Class Graduates In 2023…

Meet The New Brentwood Leadership Team

Jamie Downs – Chief Schools Officer/Principal Jamie spent the last 14 years of his life in Houston, TX, serving as a Lead Principal with YES Prep Public Schools for the past six years. He was the proud principal of the YES Prep Southside Giants, a 6th -12th grade school, where...

Next-Level In 2022-23: A Message From Meeting Street Schools

What A Year It Has Been!  As you head into Memorial Day and the final week of school, there is so much to celebrate and reflect upon as it pertains to 2021-22.  The hard work and dedication to take things to the #NEXTLEVEL this year was awesome.  Here, we look...

Meeting Street Academy: 2022-23 Application Live For Families

Meeting Street Academy: 2022-23 Application Live For Families Since 2008, the flagship campus of Meeting Street Schools has become a beacon of what is possible for all students, having served 500+ families from across Charleston County Charleston, SC - Meeting Street Academy - Charleston, the independent school located in downtown...

Commentary: I am a child of immigrants. Support and hard work help me succeed.

Post and Courier | Kimberly Hernandez Neri I am at the beginning of living my biggest dreams. I am a daughter of immigrants and a recent graduate of Meeting Street Academy in Charleston. The Post and Courier recently wrote an article about my Class of 2021. In a couple of...

The First Day of School Is Tomorrow: Meeting Street Schools Pre-K through 8th grade Public School of Innovation Campuses Open Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Doors Open At 7:15 AM Tomorrow as Meeting Street Elementary-Burns and Meeting Street Elementary-Brentwood officially start their extended school day and year in Charleston County Charleston, SC – For more than 1,000 students in North Charleston, tomorrow is the first day of school.  Meeting Street Elementary-Burns, now a Pre-K through...

Commentary: Schools of innovation good for SC, but school districts must do their part

By: Darrin Goss | Post and Courier The South Carolina Legislature took a positive step toward equity in education this session with the passage of the schools of innovation bill, which gives school districts the option to create more than one public school of innovation within their districts. However, to...

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About Meeting Street Schools

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.

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Our Schools

MSA – CharlestonDowntown Charleston, SC - Independent School - Since 2008 - 364 Students

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 – SpartanburgDowntown Spartanburg, SC - Public School - Since 2012 - 323 Students

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 – BrentwoodNorth Charleston, SC - Public School - Since 2014 - 694 Students

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.

MS – BurnsNorth Charleston, SC - Public School - Since 2018 - 478 Students

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 & BeaufortJasper County, SC - Public Charter School - Fall 2023 -

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.

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“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.”

— NikToshia GilesTeacher

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“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.”

— Tyeka GrantParent

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“Meeting Street Academy is my family. They taught me that I am valuable. I am an asset to the world…They asked me, ‘What is your dream?’ I had never been asked that before. The MSS community gives me the strength to pursue my dreams.”

— Kadelyn SteedStudent