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Sarlice Harkness

Property & Casualty Claims Adjuster

111 Research Drive
Columbia, SC 29203

803.988.0274
fax 877.763.6978

sharkness@scsba.org

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SCSBA is getting an early start on honoring those who served in preparation for the Veterans Day observance on Nov. 11, 2026.From now until then, we’re asking our members and staff to share photos of themselves in uniform. Today we are honoring school board members from Aiken, Beaufort and Kershaw.Please join us in saluting our veterans!#thescsba #aikenpublicschools #beaufortscschools #kcsdschools ...

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SCSBA POLICY SERVICES: Your Policies. Our Expertise. Less Work for Your District.Keeping your district’s policy manual current, accessible and compliant with changing laws doesn’t have to be time-consuming. SCSBA Policy Services takes the work off your staff’s plate so they can focus on what matters most - serving students and supporting education.Our service includes:• Unlimited Policy Revisions: Keep your district’s policy manual current without the burden of managing revisions in-house.• 24/7 Online Access: Provide staff, students and community members convenient access to your complete policy manual through the SCSBA website and your district’s website.• Timely Legislative Updates: Receive immediate notifications when legislative changes affect district policies.• Reduced Administrative Costs: Save valuable staff time while reducing printing, distribution and delivery expenses.• Seamless Policy Management: SCSBA processes and transmits policy revisions, providing easy access to your updated manual through a single link.Less Paperwork. More Peace of Mind.Let SCSBA handle the details of maintaining and publishing your district’s policy manual. With professional support and convenient online access, managing policies becomes simpler and more efficient.Service fees include a one-time development fee, an annual subscription and participation in the Policy and Legal Update Service.Ready to Simplify Your Policy Management?For more information or to get started, contact Rasheeda Cleveland. #thescsba #scsbapolicyservices ...

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SCSBA is proud to recognize Darlington Raceway as a Champion for Public Education! Through its sustained partnership with Darlington County School District (DCSD), Darlington Raceway connects students with hands-on STEM learning, career exploration and real-world experience. A highlighted effort is the yearlong Racing Towards Excellence program, where fifth-grade Gifted and Talented students visit the Darlington County Institute of Technology (DCIT) and Darlington Raceway to explore engineering, technology and the business of motorsports while designing and building remote-control race cars.Pictured (L–R):• Tim Rhodes, SCSBA President and Abbeville County Board Chair• Charles Govan, DCSD Board Secretary and SCSBA Past President• Dr. Matthew Ferguson, DCSD Superintendent• Josh Harris, Darlington Raceway President• Wanda Hassler, DCSD Board Chair• Rev. Dr. James Smith, SCSBA Region 6 Director and Kershaw County Board ChairThank you, Darlington Raceway, for making a lasting impact on DCSD students! ...

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Statewide Meetings and Networking: Connecting South Carolina's LeadersStrong networks build strong communities! SCSBA brings together school board members, administrators and educational leaders from every region of South Carolina. Highlights of our annual events include:🔹 Annual Convention: Keynotes, networking and expert-led sessions on top educational trends. Join us at an upcoming event and strengthen your district's impact!🔹 Regional Meetings: Connect locally with neighboring boards in your region.🔹 Board Chair Workshop: Specialized guidance for new and experienced le#scsbai#networkingN#SchoolLeadershipL#AnnualConventionC#sceducationCEducation ...

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SCSBIT Insurance & Risk Management: Protecting Our Schools & StaffDid you know? Through the South Carolina School Boards Insurance Trust (SCSBIT), SCSBA offers specialized risk management, Workers' Compensation, and Property & Casualty Insurance programs designed specifically for South Carolina school districts! From safety seminars like our annual Risky Business Seminar to hands-on risk assessment, SCSBIT helps districts protect their resources so they can focus on student success. Explore SCSBIT services: (scsba.org/scsbit/) #SCSBIT #RiskManagement #SchoolSafety #SCSBA #SouthCarolinaSchools ...

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