TCL to hold Saturday Enrollment Fair in Beaufort, Bluffton, Walterboro
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold an enrollment fair for its spring and summer 2026 semesters from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1, at its Beaufort Mather, New River and TCL Colleton campuses.
Those interested in learning more about TCL’s 60-plus program areas of study are welcome to attend.
Information on the college’s programs and majors, admissions, financial aid, course planning and registration will be provided as well as one-on-one assistance.
The Beaufort Mather Campus event will take place at The Hub in Building 8, 921 Ribaut Road, in Beaufort. The New River Campus event will take place at 100 Community College Drive, in Bluffton. The TCL Colleton Campus event will take place at 1085 Thunderbolt Drive, in Walterboro.
For more information or to RSVP visit www.tcl.edu/chart.
JPII welcomes Tim Conroy, Jonathan Haupt for discussion
John Paul II Catholic School’s English students recently had the special opportunity to host Tim Conroy, poet and brother of Pat Conroy, and Jonathan Haupt, executive director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center, for a literary panel discussion. Their visit served as a meaningful conclusion to recent class studies, bringing books and ideas to life through storytelling and reflection.
Students in Wendy Lacombe’s class read “Educated” by Tara Westover, exploring themes of perseverance and the power of learning. Jeanie Wilks’ senior class read Pat Conroy’s “The Water Is Wide,” a beloved Lowcountry classic that highlights education’s ability to transform lives. After completing their research projects, students engaged in a rich conversation with the guests about Pat Conroy’s legacy and the role of literature in inspiring change.
“Hearing directly from those who knew Pat Conroy gave our students a deeper connection to the work,” said Wilks.
Lacombe added, “It showed them how personal stories can shape public conversations.”
The visit reflected JPII’s commitment to faith, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement with the world — encouraging students to see themselves as both learners and storytellers who can make a difference.
School, aid applications open for JPII
The 2026-27 application for School and Financial Aid at John Paul II Catholic School are open. Ready to see how JPII combines academic excellence, athletic achievement, artistic sensibility, and a focus on safety to create a nurturing environment? Visit the admissions section of our website at johnpaul2school.org. Contact Anne McClure, Admissions Director, at 843-645-3838, to schedule a private tour.
