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For South Carolina Public Radio, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston. This is Teachable Moments, a minute of education for students and parents.
This Saturday, volunteers across South Carolina will take part in the annual Beach Sweep/River Sweep, the state’s largest one-day waterway cleanup. Since 1988, South Carolinians have gathered each September to remove debris from beaches, rivers, lakes, marshes and swamps.
Beyond cleaner waterways, events like this offer an important lesson for people of all ages. They show that caring for our communities isn’t someone else’s responsibility. Whether it’s picking up litter at a local park, planting a garden or participating in a community cleanup, small acts of service are empowering. Working alongside others toward a shared purpose remind us that small actions create meaningful change.
For the College of Charleston, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris
