When the Founders of Tamassee DAR School established a boarding school for impoverished children, they believed education brightened a child’s future. However, their vision extended beyond education. They believed the children of the Southern mountains were exceptional citizens in waiting. They looked at benighted children, saw past poverty and ignorance, and envisioned America’s future. With…
Read MoreTamassee DAR School is delighted to announce that we have been reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). Founded in 1977, COA is an independent non-for-profit international accreditor of the full continuum of community-based behavioral health care and human service organizations. COA's commitment to maintain the highest level of standards and quality improvement is designed to identify providers that…
Read MoreIt was a perfect fall morning in the upstate to welcome to campus, President General Denise VanBuren, her Executive Committee Members, over 30 State Regents, other distinguished guests of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and community friends. To the crowd’s delight, all the buses entered campus escorted by light-flashing Salem City Police cruisers. …
Read MoreFor years, students from the nearby middle school have traveled to campus twice a month to gain exposure in a real working environment. Typically, their efforts benefit the Tamassee Thrift Store located off Highway 11. From the time they arrive until the time they leave, this group of eager students sweep, dust, fold, wipe, and…
Read MoreDid you hear bells ringing at 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 17th? Did you pause to give thanks for those who took up arms and fought for our freedom from British rule 232 years ago? Were you amazed at the vision, foresight, and knowledge of the leaders, who in 1787 united the colonies together by…
Read MoreTamassee DAR School is focused on the education and development of the whole child. Two great examples are the middle school academy and pre-school programs. From academics to social behaviors, we strive to build classrooms where children are encouraged to develop a love of knowledge, and where they can confidently learn and grow. The Tamassee…
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