<em><img class="alignright wp-image-27466 size-medium" src="http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stateofschools1-e1455898339450-300x177.jpg" alt="stateofschools1" width="300" height="177" />Photo above: The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to host the<strong> 2016 State of the Schools Breakfast</strong>, presented by Tutor Doctor, at the Beaufort Holiday Inn &amp; Suites this week.  This is an opportunity to hear from leaders about the latest initiatives and information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact it has on our region. Guest Speakers included: Dr. Jeffrey Moss with the Beaufort County School District, Dr. Richard Gough with Technical College of the Lowcountry,  and Chancellor Al Panu with the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The Chamber was also proud to host a panel of leaders, representing the area’s private and charter schools — Beaufort Academy, Bridges Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II Catholic School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School, and St. Peter’s Catholic School.</em>

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<strong>Business of the Week: </strong>Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - SK &amp; Associates! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!

<b>Business After Hours:</b><b> </b>The Celadon Community hosted Business After Hours last Thursday, February 11.