Cardinal Newman Middle School

Hand Middle School is a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence recognized by the Department of Education and recipient of the Carolina First Palmetto's Finest award. The school serves students in grade six through eight and has an enrollment of more than 900 students. It offers educational programs in fine and performing arts, business, computer science, English, family and consumer sciences, foreign language, history and social sciences, mathematics, music, physical education, reading and science. It has athletic teams in volleyball, basketball, soccer, swimming, wrestling, football, baseball, golf and track and field. The school also provides several extracurricular activities, such as mock trial, greenhouse club, student council, student forum, violence and substance abuse council, chess club, yearbook and student ambassadors. Hand Middle School is a part of the Richland 1 School District and is located in Columbia, S.C.

The Brookland-Cayce High School is a fully accredited, four-year high school. It has an enrollment of more than 1,200 students and consists of over 120 teachers. Its on-campus facilities include an auditorium, track, baseball field, softball field, tennis courts and gymnasiums. It also operates a guidance program that includes individual counseling sessions, scheduled groups and classroom presentations and consultation processes. The school offers financial aid in the form of grants, loans, work-study and scholarships. Its library media center contains print and nonprint materials, such as books, magazines, videos and computer databases. The school also comprises varied clubs, associations and councils. Its badd club promotes the nonusage of intoxicating substances. It also organizes camps and public safety seminars. The Brookland-Cayce High School was established in 1932 and is located in Cayce, S.C.