2nd Cohort of First Year Teachers Celebrate Completion of MSS New Teacher Academy

2nd Cohort of First Year Teachers Celebrate Completion of MSS New Teacher Academy

By Kady Preston and Brooke Tompkins Why did Meeting Street Schools Create New Teacher Academy? In Malcolm Gladwell’s 2011 book Outliers: The Story of Success he makes the claim that it takes 10,000 hours of intensive practice to achieve mastery of complex skills such as playing the violin or getting...

Brentwood’s 8th Grade Bulldogs: “DC or Bust!”

Meeting Street - Brentwood 8th graders need your help raising $15K to help all 61 scholars end their middle school careers with a trip to our nation's capitol -- Washington, D.C.--in May 2023. After studying United States History as part of their standard 8th grade curriculum, our scholars will have...

Meeting Street Academy Spartanburg’s Chase the Maverick 5K – 2020

About the Event Join us Saturday, May 2, 2020 at Duncan Park for Meeting Street Academy Spartanburg’s Chase the Maverick 5k. The event will include prizes, local vendors, music, and more! The 5k race will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by the 1-mile Kids’ Fun Run at 9:15 a.m. Funds...

MSA-Spartanburg’s Chase the Maverick 5K

About the Event Join us Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Duncan Park for Meeting Street Academy Spartanburg’s Chase the Maverick 5k. The event will include prizes, local vendors, music, and more! The 5k race will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by the 1-mile Kids’ Fun Run at 9:15 a.m. Funds...

MSS Monthly Morning

Interested in learning more about Meeting Street Schools? We are hosting an open house at Meeting Street Academy Charleston on November 28th 9 am. If you haven’t visited our MSA-Charleston campus, this is a great opportunity to see the school, listen to principal Dirk Bedford provide an update and outlook...

April Coffee with MSE @Burns Principal

For current parents and prospective parents who want to learn more about MSE@Burns and Mr. Weiden, please plan to join him for a monthly Coffee With the Principal session at the Brentwood Campus. Please join Mr. Weiden to learn a little bit more about MSE@Burns and to share his vision...

May Coffee with MSE @Burns Principal

For current parents and prospective parents who want to learn more about MSE@Burns and Mr. Weiden, please plan to join him for a monthly Coffee With the Principal session at the Brentwood Campus. Please join Mr. Weiden to learn a little bit more about MSE@Burns and to share his vision...

Run for Adela 5K

Meeting Street Academy Charleston's Running Club is honored to be participating in the Run for Adela 5K again! Event Details When: April 21st at 8:30 am. Where: Sullivan's Island What: 5K Race and 1-Mile Kids Fun Run Online Registration If you are interested in running with us or becoming a...

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About Meeting Street Schools

Meeting Street Schools (MSS) is an innovative non-profit where schools, families, and the community collaborate to create environments where all children can achieve their full potential. With a network of schools across South Carolina, including MSA-Charleston (Charleston, SC), MSA-Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC), MS-Brentwood (North Charleston, SC), MS-Burns (North Charleston, SC), and MS-Jasper & Beaufort (Jasper, SC), we are committed to providing students with the rigorous education they deserve.

Founded on the principle that every child deserves an excellent education regardless of their socio-economic background, Meeting Street Schools has been a beacon of hope and a testament to what's possible in education. Our schools are driven by a strong focus on student achievement, evidence-based instruction, and relentless support of our students and their families.

While united by our shared mission, each MSS campus, is unique in its character, tapping into the local spirit of the communities they serve. Explore each of our schools and discover how they're creating a brighter future for students in South Carolina.

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Our Schools

MSA – CharlestonDowntown Charleston, SC - Independent School - Since 2008 - 364 Students

Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, MSA Charleston is more than just a school—it’s a hub for innovative learning and community engagement. As part of the Meeting Street Schools network, MSA Charleston embodies a commitment to excellence through its rigorous academic programs, inclusive culture, and focus on developing the whole child. With a curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal growth, MSA Charleston prepares students to be curious learners and active citizens of their community.

MSA – SpartanburgDowntown Spartanburg, SC - Public School - Since 2012 - 323 Students

MSA Spartanburg stands as a pillar of educational innovation in the Spartanburg community. The school’s dedicated educators and supportive learning environment ensure that each child receives a high-quality, personalized education with exceptional faculty and teachers. MSA Spartanburg is distinguished by its emphasis on community partnership, fostering relationships that extend beyond the classroom to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.

MS – BrentwoodNorth Charleston, SC - Public School - Since 2014 - 694 Students

MS Brentwood is a place where education meets opportunity. Serving the Brentwood area, this school is a testament to the transformative power of education. With a student-centered approach that celebrates diversity and encourages excellence, MS Brentwood is dedicated to equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. MS Brentwood also serves as a hub for the Brentwood community to access educational and wellness services. The school’s commitment to innovation, coupled with a warm, welcoming environment, makes it a standout in the MSS network.

MS – BurnsNorth Charleston, SC - Public School - Since 2018 - 478 Students

Located in a community rich with history and culture, MS Burns is renowned for its dynamic educational approach that intertwines traditional learning with modern teaching techniques. The school’s focus on experiential learning ensures that students at MS Burns are not only recipients of knowledge but also active participants in their educational journey. MS Burns exists to spark an educational revolution for the students and families in the Dorchester-Waylyn Neighborhood in North Charleston. With a commitment to creating a supportive and challenging academic environment, MS Burns is forging a new path in public education.

MS – Jasper & BeaufortJasper County, SC - Public Charter School - Fall 2023 -

MS Jasper represents the Meeting Street Schools’ dedication to community-based education with a global perspective. The school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential and cultivate a love for learning. With its diverse programs such as Eureka Math, and Wit and Wisdom, MS Jasper puts a major emphasis on character development, specialized learning and equips students to become thoughtful, engaged members of society, reflecting the MSS ethos of empowerment through education.

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“We come into work everyday truly believing that our students are capable of achieving anything that is put in front of them. Here at MSS, students are provided the opportunity to achieve success through the facilitation of well-educated teachers, resources, and a responsive classroom school environment.”

— NikToshia GilesTeacher

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“Meeting Street Academy is my family. They taught me that I am valuable. I am an asset to the world…They asked me, ‘What is your dream?’ I had never been asked that before. The MSS community gives me the strength to pursue my dreams.”

— Kadelyn SteedStudent

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“MSA is a family. Once you’re in, you’re in. They said they would follow our kids from K-3 to college and they actually lived up to what they said they would do. Not only did MSA challenge my daughter academically but it also exposed her to new things that she probably wouldn’t have been exposed to at our previous neighborhood school. Our journey at MSA was exciting and rewarding. They actually walk the walk.”

— Tyeka GrantParent