Dreher High School

Founded in 1954, St. Joseph Catholic School is a coeducational parish school that serves students in kindergarten through grade six. It conducts classes in a variety of subjects, such as language arts, social studies, science, math, art, music and physical education and additionally offers a course in Spanish. The school promotes participation in extracurricular activities, such as scouts, art, chess and karate. St. Joseph Catholic School organizes drama and Latin clubs. Its staff includes a principal, bookkeeper, administrative assistant and band director. The school operates a parent-teacher organization that organizes various fundraising activities to improve the school s facilities. St. Joseph Catholic School features a library that provides a variety of books and reference materials. It is accredited by the Diocese of Charleston. The school provides counseling, extended-care and meal services. St. Joseph Catholic School is located in Columbia, S.C.

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.