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The Education Beat: Evidence to Excellence
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The Education Beat: Evidence to Excellence is a podcast that transforms the research, findings, and evidence gathered by the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee into compelling stories. From real voices on the ground to the ideas driving change, we bring you the conversations that matter most to educators, administrators, and families in our state. Join host Dr. Matthew R. Lavery, Deputy Director at the Education Oversight Committee, as we pull back the curtain on what the data really tells us. You’ll hear from educators and experts across South Carolina and unpack the trends and challenges shaping education today.

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Latest Episodes
  • The Education Beat:  High Expectations for Everyone
    We’ll speak with two principals from our partner schools to learn from their experiences, setting high expectations and developing a shared commitment to reach those expectations, no matter what.
  • The Education Beat: Decision-Driven Data Collection
    We’ll talk to a Digital Integration Specialist who exemplifies the art of using data to drive excellence, and the science of collecting data as evidence of effectiveness.
  • The Education Beat: Building School Culture as a Family, Pt. II
    We continue our conversation with guests Monique Smalls, District Transformation Coach, South Carolina Department of Education and Christy Dodd, Principal, Flat Rock Elementary School, Anderson School District 3.
  • The Education Beat: Building School Culture as a Family, Pt. I
    Our Beating the Odds study revealed a common thread in excellent schools: a strong sense of “family.” Hear from two leaders about how they built a culture where everyone is committed to each other’s success.
  • Coming Soon: The Education Beat
    The Education Beat: Evidence to Excellence is a podcast that transforms the research, findings, and evidence gathered by the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee into compelling stories.