WhatWorksSC Award Application

Please complete the application form as completely as possible. If you do not have a response for a field, please type NA in the box. If you have questions regarding this form, please contact Amy Keely at 864.294.2520 or amy.keely@furman.edu.

Before you fill out the below application, please read through our selection criteria and FAQs (furman.edu/wwsc-apply). If you are able to check all of the below boxes, you are eligible and may fill out the application.

Before you fill out the below application, please read through our selection criteria and FAQs (furman.edu/wwsc-apply). If you are able to check all of the below boxes, you are eligible and may fill out the application. I certify that I have read all criteria and FAQs. My program has NOT won WWSC in the past 10 years. My program has NOT been a WWSC finalist in the past five years. My program is NOT under evaluation by the Riley Institute’s research team. My program has been operating since at least March 2022. My program is based on methods that have been shown to have an impact on student outcomes in research studies. My program benefits children or youth who are or will be enrolled in the South Carolina public education system.
Program Name:
Year that program began:
Program Description
Mission of program (2-3 sentences):
How does your program positively impact public education in South Carolina? Please provide a brief description of need, evidence-based best-practices, program activities, and program goals.
Counties Served:
Program Resources
Annual Cost
Funding Sources (cash):
Funding Sources (in-kind):
Evaluation and Sustainability
How does this program engage partner organizations to achieve its goals?
Please also list your partner organizations and their contributions to this program (Example: United Way, funding; AmeriCorps, 3 staff members; Public Education Partners, donation of 3,000 books).
What evidence exists that the program works? Please cite specific studies—national, local, or specific to your program—that demonstrate your program practices positively affect student outcomes (e.g., you may cite a research study that demonstrates that physical fitness improves academic performance and draw links to your program).
How does your program define and measure success? Please provide information and data demonstrating the success of your program.
Describe what sets your program apart from other similar efforts.
Maximum of 200 words allowed. Currently Entered: 0 words.
What efforts are being made currently to ensure sustainability and/or growth?
Which grade levels does your program serve? Select all that apply.

Which grade levels does your program serve? Select all that apply. Early Childhood (Pre-K - 2) Elementary (3-5) Middle School (6-8) High School (9-12)
Do you plan to operate this program for at least the next 18-24 months?

Do you plan to operate this program for at least the next 18-24 months? Yes No
If no, please explain.
Maximum of 100 words allowed. Currently Entered: 0 words.
Contact Information
Program website:
If selected as a finalist, are representatives from your organization available to attend the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, October 15, 2024?

If selected as a finalist, are representatives from your organization available to attend the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, October 15, 2024? Yes No
How did you hear about this award?
Name of person submitting: Name of person submitting: First Last
Email address of person submitting:
If available, please upload one supporting document, such as an annual report, logic model, or an evaluation report as an attachment for review. This piece of information will strengthen the nomination.

Attach Files

WhatWorksSC Award Application

WhatWorksSC Award Application

Program Description

Program Resources

Evaluation and Sustainability

Contact Information