About Scotland County
Scotland County is nestled on the border of North and South Carolina, just 100 miles from sparkling, sandy beaches to the east and a few hours from the magnificent mountains to the west. Whether it is sunning and surfing you like, or hiking cool mountain trails in the summer and skiing in the winter, Scotland County's location is easily accessible to both. South Carolina's fast growing Myrtle Beach area offers sparkling beaches, a multitude of theaters featuring well-known performers, and a myriad of shopping opportunities. The Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway draw thousands of visitors annually.
The county's central location puts you within a couple of hours of Charlotte, the state's largest city, as well as Raleigh, its capital. Interstate 95 is just minutes away and four U.S. highways intersect the county.
According to recent census figures, 33,754 residents live in Scotland County, with 16,643 living in Laurinburg, the county seat. Other townships include East Laurinburg, Gibson, Laurel Hill and Wagram.
At 218 feet above sea level, Scotland County's mean temperature is a comfortable 63.6° . From an average temperature of 49.3° in January to an average of 77.1° in June, the pleasant climate is favorable to year-round outdoor activities. An average of 49.25 inches of rain falls each year.
About our schools
The Scotland County School System is comprised of nine elementary schools serving grades pre-K-5, three middle schools serving grades 6-8, one high school with grades 9-12 and one alternative school. The Scotland Accelerated Academy serves grades Pre-K through 2nd. There are approximately 7,000 students enrolled within the school system. All schools are accredited by the State of North Carolina and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Benefits
- Excellent class size/pupil-teacher ratio
- Strong site-based philosophy
- High school "4X4" block schedule
- New Teacher Induction Mentoring Program
- Focus on technology
- State and local benefits
- Continuous progress multi-age programs in primary schools
- Vocational/technical education offered
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Professional development opportunities.
Stipends are provided to encourage educators to continue their growth. More than 35% of all staff hold graduate degrees. St. Andrews Presbyterian College, located on 600 beautiful wooded acres in Laurinburg is four year co-ed liberal arts institution
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50% tuition reimbursement for any employee enrolled in an approved program who is working toward an educational degree
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Salary supplements for all professionals
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Comprehensive services for handicapped and gifted children
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Community support
Business Education Partnership Program sponsored by the Laurinburg/Scotland County Area Chamber of Commerce - each school has one or more partners
Parent support through PTA or PTO at each school
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Cultural arts opportunities provided by the Scotland Arts Council, ENCORE! Theatre, Community Music Program sponsored by St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC-Pembroke
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Recreational opportunities include three golf courses, bowling, and the Lumber River Canoe Trail. Scotland County Parks and Recreation maintains 14 parks and 16 tennis courts in Scotland Count, Adult volleyball, softball and basketball teams are popular.
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