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SCDE 2025

A Limited Review of Federal Education Funding and Testing Requirements in South Carolina
September 2025

REPORT (PDF)     SUMMARY (PDF)

Members of the S.C. General Assembly requested that we conduct an audit of the S.C. Department of Education. 

Objective

  • Review federal and state education laws and relevant U.S. Department of Education administrative guidance to determine potential impacts if South Carolina chooses not to accept federal funding and/or comply with federal education requirements.