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District highlights African‑American History conference, names James J. Davis Day and honors counselor of the year
Summary
The superintendent's report highlighted the district's fifth annual African‑American History Education Conference (500+ registrants, eight tours, 29 breakouts), the James J. Davis media center unveiling and inaugural James J. Davis Day honoring Pastor James Moore, and the naming of David Fetava as the district's 2026 School Counselor of the Year.
During the superintendent’s report at the March 3 meeting, Beaufort County School District leaders highlighted the district’s fifth annual African‑American History Education Conference and related recognitions.
Dr. Campbell (presenting as part of the superintendent’s report) said the three‑day conference (Feb. 12–14) drew more than 500 registrants, offered eight historical tours across the county and 29 breakout sessions (two led by students), and included 11 student performances. The conference theme highlighted the life and legacy of Private Jim Capers; presenters included museum and departmental partners and local historical tours connecting students to regional history.
The district screened a video summary of the conference and noted the unveiling of the James J. Davis media center and the inaugural James J. Davis Day honoring Pastor James Moore for long‑running community advocacy. Dr. Campbell said the media center was renovated for children birth through age 5 and includes hands‑on learning elements designed to support early literacy and STEAM dispositions.
At points of celebration the board named Buford High School counselor David Fetava as the 2026 Beaufort County School District School Counselor of the Year, citing 25 years of counseling experience and his work mentoring a counseling team. The meeting also recognized Scholastic Art & Writing Gold Key recipients from district schools and presented middle school athletic awards; district athletic director Carlos Cave and classroom teachers introduced and congratulated student winners.
The board read Governor Henry Dargan McMaster’s proclamation declaring March 1–7, 2026 as School Social Work Week in South Carolina and encouraged the public to learn about the role of school social workers.
The transcript records the awards and the conference highlights; details such as specific attendance lists and financial support for the conference were referenced (a packet and alignment with state department calendars) but not itemized in the public record.
