Newspapers in Education (NIE) is one of the most exciting educational tools available today. The Times and Democrat provides electronic newspapers to area schools at no cost to the school.

The daily newspaper is a dynamic textbook that chronicles our times and stimulates young minds. Think about how the newspaper keeps you informed about world events, the economy, and local news. What you may not realize is the newspaper gives you a daily lesson in geography, economics, math, technology, science and social studies. It is the most up-to-date textbook available. Newspapers are just the beginning of the NIE experience. We provide teachers at all levels, from kindergarten to adult education, with the tools to provide new ideas and programs that they can use in the classroom.

As a Partner in Education you receive a variety of benefits:

 

• Your organization will be connected with a very positive educational program, helping to build a better workforce for tomorrow.
• You foster goodwill for the business community and for your organization.
• Your donation to NIE through our non-profit partner, Literacy Leadership Inc., is 100% tax deductible.

Students from kindergarten to grade 12 discover exciting information about current events, science, and social issues that affect their lives. Using newspapers as teaching elements helps teachers develop competent students in basic skills like reading and math. The newspaper is an ideal classroom tool because:

Newspapers are timely and relevant. Current affairs come alive, while ads deal with real products, prices and events

Newspapers motivate. There is something in every newspaper to interest every student: comics, sports, ads, photographs and local features.

Newspapers are adaptable. Students can read, cut, paste, fold, spindle, tear, color and write on a newspaper … and then recycle it

The United Way estimates that illiteracy costs taxpayers and businesses $20 billion per year.

Barbara West-Ravenell, Circulation Director

1010 Broughton Street • Orangeburg, SC 29115

Phone: 803-516-6107
Toll Free: 1-877-536-4607