“Just before I came to Tamassee when I was 13, I was sleeping in unlocked cars at gas stations, I was in horrible shape in every way imaginable, I didn’t have a chance in the world, now 50 years later I am Chairman of the Board of Directors of Warren County Department of Social Services,…
Read MoreAs the leaves began to turn color last autumn, the Smith children arrived at Tamassee DAR School. As expected, all were frightened and confused by recent events and at that time in their lives, needed the love and comfort of one another as they adapted to their new environment. There is a push at Tamassee…
Read MoreTamassee DAR School Interim CEO Jon Holland has announced the 2020 expansion of the Tamassee Academy program. Partnering with Tri County Technical College (TCTC), the Oconee County Public School System, and local industries, Tamassee is excited to provide a program for at risk students which culminates in the successful completion of a high school diploma…
Read MoreBefore the final sun sets on 2019, we would be remiss to not revisit the year that marked Tamassee’s centennial anniversary. We hope you had the opportunity to participate in the events that recognized and celebrated the vision of our Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) founders 100 years ago. Their amazing foresight is equaled…
Read MoreWhen conducting a meeting of people who are unacquainted with one another, a common method of putting them at ease is to pose a general question and ask everyone to provide an answer. During a recent meeting with friends from a nearby community organization, this form of “ice breaking” approach was used to help make…
Read MoreOn November 14th, 1917 the South Carolina Daughters voted during their state convention in Rock Hill, South Carolina to build a school for the young girls living in poverty in the southern mountains. That school is called Tamassee DAR School. On November 14, 2019 this 105th anniversary was commemorated during a beautiful ceremony hosted the…
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