This newsletter covers the chapter's November programming, including the 2026 STEM Extravaganza, literacy initiatives, and civic engagement efforts. It features congratulatory messages for award recipients, program goals for STEM and literacy, and details on voter education outreach in South Carolina.
This is the November edition of the Columbia (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated programming newsletter. It is intended for chapter members and community stakeholders interested in the chapter's service initiatives in literacy, STEM, and civic engagement.
The newsletter opens with congratulations to Beryl and Lorin on receiving the Alumna Green Envelope Award, recognizing their support of the chapter's programming and their participation in events like the ribbon-cutting for The Little Libraries and the Your Vote, Your Victory, Your Power Against Voter Suppression initiative.
A major section covers the Services to Youth program, including the Connect Five initiative with specific member counts for each lead. The chapter's participation in the 2026 STEM Extravaganza is highlighted, with a program goal to expand STEM access for underrepresented students through hands-on challenges and partnerships with local organizations like After School Alliance.
The literacy focus area aims to cultivate a love of reading through read-alouds, chapter book studies, and donating culturally affirming books to schools and families. Smart goals include having at least 80% of participating students demonstrate increased STEM knowledge and problem-solving skills.
The civic engagement section details the Scholar Connection: Democracy in Action program. By November 2026, the chapter aims to increase voter education and awareness in South Carolina through outreach initiatives, community partnerships, and informational sessions, targeting at least 100 community members for voter registration and anti-suppression education.