DARLINGTON – Darlington County School District’s 2008 graduating seniors set a new record by winning more than $15.4 million in scholarships this spring, the school announced on Tuesday.
This year’s seniors won $15,429,507, an increase of more than $3 million from the previous year. Statewide, the Class of 2008 won $684,341,678.
Darlington County ranked 12th out of 85 counties and both Governor’s Schools, beating all other Pee Dee school districts.
Over the past five years, Darlington County students have earned $53,522,364. The district ranks 15th in overall scholarship totals, beating all Pee Dee districts but Sumter 2 in the rankings.
“For many of our students, these scholarships are their only means to continue their education,” said Dr. Rainey Knight, district superintendent. “Our guidance counselors work closely with our students to give them the opportunities to earn scholarship funds. I appreciate the hard work and dedication our counselors give to our students.”
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