Students from the Center for Career Innovation recently competed in the SkillsUSA South Carolina State Leadership and Skills Conference in the Diesel Equipment Technology competition — and they absolutely crushed it!
Out of competitors from across the state, our students placed 1st and 2nd in South Carolina.
During the competition, students rotated through 10 different skill stations, demonstrating their abilities in:
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Engine diagnostics
• Failure analysis
• Professional interview skills
…and more.
Judges shared nothing but outstanding feedback about the expertise, knowledge, and professionalism shown by these CCI students.
👏 Congratulations to:
• Walker McDonald (12th grade)
• Sebastian Schweitzer (12th grade)
• Elijah Gibson (10th grade)
We are incredibly proud of how they represented CCI and Clover Schools!
#SkillsUSA #CareerReady #DieselTechnology #HandsOnLearning #CCI #CloverSchools #LearningThatWorks 🚛🔧👏
Our students recently received a toolbox fully stocked with tools along with three hydraulic cylinders, which will provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities in the classroom.
This has been an exciting new partnership with our local John Deere dealer, and we truly appreciate their support in helping our students gain real-world experience and skills for the future. 🚜🔧
#CareerReady #HandsOnLearning #CommunityPartnership #JohnDeere #CloverSchools #LearningThatWorks
We are excited for them to represent our school, grow their leadership skills, and connect with other future healthcare professionals from across the state.
Wishing them the Best of Luck!
#HOSA #FutureHealthProfessionals #CharlestonSC #LearningThatWorks #CCI
On February 25, students traveled to Columbia to attend a South Carolina Real Estate Commission meeting, where they observed real disciplinary hearings involving real estate and property management licensees. This unique experience gave students valuable insight into the professional standards, ethics, and responsibilities required in the real estate industry.
Not only did students learn a great deal, they also made some fantastic professional connections along the way!
BONUS: South Carolina Real Estate Commission Chair John Rinehart will be visiting students in person at Clover’s Center for Career Innovation on March 16 to continue the conversation and share more industry insight.
What an amazing real-world learning experience for these future real estate professionals!
#CloverSchoolDistrict #FutureRealtors #CareerReady #RealEstateEducation #LearningThatWorks
Their hard work, preparation, and dedication truly paid off. They did an outstanding job representing CHS, NGC, and CCI both in and outside of competition.
🏆 DECA State Competition Results
🥇 Abby Norton – 1st Place, Retail Merchandising Series Finalist, Impact Report
🥉 Michelle Felipe Diego – 3rd Place, Principles of Entrepreneurship
⭐ Anthony Carrion – Top 8, Personal Financial Literacy
⭐ Ben Schaff – Top 8, Hotel and Lodging Management Series
⭐ Viraj Shinde – Top 8, Entrepreneurship
⭐ Colton Domer & Zachary Kilkelly – Top 8, Travel & Tourism Team Decision Making
⭐ Mio Cruz & Shamar Singh – Top 8, Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making
🎉 Melany Baez-Fallas – Finalist, Business Services Marketing Series
🎉 Clayton Broom – Finalist, Food Marketing Series
🎉 Avery Hofman – Finalist, Human Resources Management Series
🎉 Wesley Lewis – Finalist, Principles of Business Management & Administration
So proud of each and every one of you for the time, effort, and professionalism you showed. Your future is bright! 🌟👏
#DECA #StateCompetition #ProudSchool #FutureLeaders #LearningThatWorks
On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Nicholas Czaikowski earned 1st Place in the 2026 Automotive All-Star Challenge Competition for ASE Accredited Programs!
To qualify, students first had to take an ASE exam. The top 12 students in the state advanced to the hands-on competition held at Midlands Technical College. There, competitors put their skills to the test by troubleshooting vehicle systems and diagnosing electrical and mechanical problems.
Nick’s outstanding technical knowledge and performance earned him a brand-new toolbox and tool set — and that’s not all!
Our school was also awarded $5,000 to help support and enhance our automotive program!
We are incredibly proud of Nick’s hard work, dedication, and talent. The future of the automotive industry is in great hands!
#AutomotiveExcellence #ASE #CareerReady #SkilledTrades #CTEWorks #StudentSuccess #LearningThatWorks
Our staff had a blast during our historic snow day. Between our staff eLearning and providing students with eLearning, they had some fun too!
We want to know: who do you think had the most fun? ☃️
Take a scroll through our gallery and "Like" your favorite photo to cast your vote!
Our staff had a blast during our historic snow day. Between our staff eLearning and providing students with eLearning, they had some fun too!
We want to know: who do you think had the most fun? ☃️
Take a scroll through our gallery and "Like" your favorite photo to cast your vote!
🎓 Attention Clover High Seniors! 🎓
The future is bright, and the Clover Schools Alumni Association wants to help you reach your goals! Whether you’re heading to a four-year university, starting your journey at a two-year college, or earning a professional certification, there is a scholarship opportunity waiting for you.
Clover Schools Alumni Association is proud to offer several types of support for the Class of 2026:
-Merit Scholarships: For students excelling in academics, service, and leadership.
-Bachelor's Degree Track
-Associate Degree Track
-Industry Certifications
-The Edmunds Family Scholarship: Perfect for students passionate about Agriculture and Animal Husbandry. Apply here.
-Diane Harris Hilderbrand Scholarship: Supporting female student-athletes who are dedicated to serving others. Apply here.
Don’t leave money on the table! Grab your transcripts, highlight your community service, and get those applications in.
📍 Learn more and download applications: Clover Alumni Scholarships or reach out to Ginger Marr
#CloverHighSchool #CloverSC #Scholarships #ClassOf2026 #CloverAlumni #BlueEagles
DAY 13 — Family & Consumer Science
🏠 Career Pathway Spotlight: Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) teaches life skills and career prep in areas like human development, culinary arts, nutrition, education, and finance, bridging academics with practical life/work skills for careers in helping professions, hospitality, design, or education, using hands-on learning and student organizations like FCCLA.
Industry Credentials: ServSafe Certification, Southwest Airlines Professional Communication Certification, Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Certification, and Microburst EmployABILITY
Check out more about the program HERE!
👉 What life skill do you think all students should learn?
DAY 12 — Environmental & Natural Resources
🌿 Career Pathway Spotlight: Environmental & Natural Resources
From wildlife management to conservation practices, students explore how to protect and sustain our natural world.
Industry Credentials: Ducks Unlimited Ecology & Conservation; SCDNR Hunters Education, SCDNR Boaters Education
👉 Love the outdoors? Tell us your favorite local nature spot!
Health Science 2 students learned the basics of fire safety last week and how these essential skills apply directly to keeping healthcare workplaces safe.
A big shoutout to Caden Lowrance, a Health Science 2 student who is also enrolled in Firefighter 1 with Chief Boyd, for leading a demonstration on how to properly operate a fire extinguisher using a virtual fire extinguisher simulator. An awesome, real-world learning experience for all!
#HealthScience #HealthScience2 #FireSafety #WorkplaceSafety #CareerReady #CCI #HandsOnLearning #FutureHealthcare #FirefighterTraining #StudentLeadership #LearningThatWorks
DAY 11 — Engineering
🧩 Career Pathway Spotlight: Engineering
Students design, build, and problem-solve using robotics, CAD software, 3D printers, CNC milling machines, and explore various engineering disciplines and principles.
Industry Credentials: Autodesk Revit; Autodesk Inventor
👉 Innovation starts with curiosity—drop a 🤖 if you agree!
Click the link to view Puzzle Cube projects 3D Printing from our Introduction to Engineering class…LINK
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the power of courage, service, and education to create meaningful change — in our communities and in our future workforce.
#MLKDay #DoWhatIsRight #LearningThatWorks #FutureLeaders
⚡ Career Pathway Spotlight: Electrical Utility Lineworker
Students train in climbing, safety, and electrical distribution—skills that lead to high-demand, high-pay careers.
Industry Credentials: OSHA 10; Commercial Learner’s Permit
👉 Know someone who’d thrive in a hands-on career? Share this!
DAY 9 — Early Childhood Education
🌟 Career Pathway Spotlight: Early Childhood Education
Students explore child development and gain classroom experience that prepares them for careers working with young learners.
Industry Credentials: SC 15-Hour Health & Safety Pre-Service
Learn More Here: Click Me
👉 Tag an inspiring early childhood educator!
