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Governor McMaster Proclaims October 23 as Lights On Afterschool Day in South Carolina

USC Coach Dawn Staley to Celebrate Students Tomorrow in Honor of Afterschool Programs that Inspire Learning and Leadership Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed October 23, 2025, as “Lights On Afterschool Day” in South Carolina, joining thousands of communities across the nation in celebrating the life-changing impact of afterschool programs. “Afterschool programs provide safe and…

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STEM Extravaganza Ignites Curiosity and Hope for South Carolina Students

Children from across the state get hands-on STEM experiences and career inspiration as part of the nationwide Lights on Afterschool celebration  The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) welcomed more than 1,000 students and educators representing 33 afterschool programs from 10 counties across the state to Segra Park for the third annual SC STEM Extravaganza,…

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