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On behalf of the Search Committee who interviewed the applicants, Subcommittee Chair Neil Robinson, Jr., recommended Ferguson’s hiring from a pool of four Round 2 applicants. EOC Chair Ellen Weaver stated that the search committee was particularly pleased by the perspective Ferguson will bring to this work as a former classroom teacher in a more rural SC district.

“I’m confident that Matthew’s sharp intellect, demonstrated initiative, and practical classroom insights will help chart a bright course both for the EOC’s future and most importantly for that of South Carolina’s students,” stated Weaver. “His impressive academic credentials and broad range of experience in local educational leadership make him highly-qualified to lead the EOC’s mission to report facts, measure change, and promote progress for every student.”

A native of South Carolina, Ferguson earned a law degree, two master’s degrees: one in Educational Leadership and one in Curriculum and Instruction with a literacy specialization. He also earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and English Education. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership.

Prior to becoming Director of Personnel in Darlington County School District, Ferguson was the District Curriculum Coordinator for the district. He also served as a Coordinating Teacher/Title 1 Coordinator and an English Teacher at Darlington High School. At the same time, he served as the Adult Education Site Coordinator, engaging non-traditional students through innovative lessons. He also served as a Fulbright Scholar for one year in Bali.

Weaver added, “I’d like to extend the EOC’s gratitude to Dr. Rainey Knight for her steady leadership as Interim Executive Director during this period of transition. Her experience has been and will continue to be of great value to the EOC team.”

Dr. Knight will continue to serve as Interim Director of the EOC until Ferguson assumes his new role with the committee.

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Paula taught 5th and 6th grade Language Arts and Social Studies at McBee Elementary School, where she was employed until her retirement.

Prior to teaching, she was a social worker (LBSW) for the Darlington County South Carolina Department of Social Services and the Sandhills Medical Foundation (for rural child health and maternal services).

She was well known for her cooking, catering skills, canning, gardening, love of lilies, painting, music, church organ performance, involvement with church, the arts, family, and her circle of friends. She was a past Cub Scout Leader (Hartsville), Girl Scout Leader (McBee), local church Youth Director, and a volunteer in numerous community and church music activities.

Paula was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Thomas Shuler Sunday School, Class, and served as Mission Coordinator for the Epworth Children’s Home, Columbia, SC.

Surviving are her husband of 43 years Harry Lee Murph, Jr of McBee; son Harry “Lee” (Cherita) Murph III, and granddaughter Ava Aquino of Hartsville; daughter, Dr. Megan Elizabeth Murph, of Spartanburg; sisters Linda Lyles Williams of Calera, Al., and Carolyn Lyles (Jeff) Sifford, of Hartsville; two sister in laws, Brenda Murph Logan, Shaker Heights, Ohio and Daphne Murph Chapman, Lake Junaluska, N.C.; Nieces and nephews, Christopher Williams, Caroline Williams Belscher, Chris Chapman, Carrie Ann Willingham, Harriett Logan and Bobby Logan. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert William Lyles, Jr.; three brothers in law, Curt Chapman, Russ Logan and David Williams. Memorials may be made to the Children’s Book Collection at Coker College Library, Wesley United Methodist Church, or Epworth Children’s Home.

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James Pierce “JD” Daniel, Jr., 68, of Florence, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017 after an extended illness. Mr. Daniel was born in Florence, SC the son of the late James Pierce Daniel, Sr. and Evelyn Grice Daniel of Mullins. He was a dental technician and a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father and PaPa. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a granddaughter, Hope Caroline Braddock.

Surviving are his wife, Kathy Lewis Daniel; sons, James “Jimmy” Pierce (Amy) Daniel, III of Moncks Corner, SC and David Austin (Tracey) Daniel of Florence; daughter, Tracey Daniel (Bryan) Braddock of Florence and grandchildren, Jenna, Riley and Wyman Daniel; Reagan, Dawson and Maddox Daniel and Hannah, Haley, Hayden and Holly Braddock.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the House of Hope, PO Box 7129, Florence, SC 29502. The family will receive friends from 2 ºìÌÒÊÓƵ“ 4 PM Sunday, October 22, 2017 in the fellowship hall of Ebenezer Baptist Church with the service to follow at 4:00 PM in the church sanctuary. Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Please send messages to the family at the obit section of www.stoudenmiredowling.com .

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