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East Cooper Montessori parents, students and staff press CCSD for dedicated gym and multipurpose space
Summary
Parents, students and staff from East Cooper Montessori Charter School urged the Charleston County School District board to include a $1–$4 million multipurpose gym in capital plans; district staff said the school is eligible for consideration in the sales-tax master plan but competition and funding limits mean placement is not guaranteed.
East Cooper Montessori Charter School families, students and staff asked the Charleston County School District board on Feb. 24 to include a dedicated gymnasium and multipurpose space in future capital funding rounds, telling trustees the school lacks indoor physical-education space and currently rents off‑campus facilities for practices and games.
The appeal came during the public‑comment period. “Our building was constructed in 1968, and it lacks a few essential modern facilities,” said Betty Swankham, founder and principal of East Cooper Montessori. “This gym would serve the entire community, and it would be a much needed space for local youth programs, sports teams, and community gatherings.”
That theme was repeated by staff and many students. “I wanted a school gym and basketball team,” said student Evelyn Saver. “I also know how hard it is to have gym class in the…
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