Brookland-Cayce Grammar School No. 1 is a finalist for the Palmetto’s Finest Award.

To commemorate its status as finalist for the prestigious award, BC Grammar School No. 1 Principal Walter Clark was given a Certificate of Achievement for the school at the Lexington School Board meeting, Wednesday night.

District 2 Superintendent Dr. Bill James presented the certificate to Clark. James compared being a Palmetto’s Finest finalist to being in the state championship. He said the district would be fans of BC Grammar- a cheering section –  all the way to the end.

BC Grammar is one of eight South Carolina schools chosen as finalists for the 2016 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Award. Finalists were chosen after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process includes elements on student achievement, instructional programs, professional learning communities, and school culture.

It is is one of the most coveted and respected awards among educators.