Kershaw County, SC · Released Time Bible Education

Bible Class During
the School Day

Kershaw County School Ministries brings the hope of Jesus Christ to local students — legally, voluntarily, during the school day.

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Who We Are

Bringing the Bible Into the School Day

Did you know it is legal for public school students to study the Bible during the school day? Kershaw County School Ministries (KCSM) is a local chapter of School Ministries, Inc. — a national nonprofit that equips communities to do exactly that through a program called Released Time Bible Education.

For the coming school year, Camden Middle School is the one campus currently confirmed. KCSM is also exploring a North Central Middle School pilot and continuing conversations for Lugoff-Elgin and Stover as volunteers, transportation, host sites, funding, and student interest come together. Classes are voluntary, off campus, parent-approved, and privately funded.

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How It Works

Released Time Bible Education is simple, legal, and life-changing.

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Off School Grounds

Bible classes take place at a location off school property — fully separate from the public school building and resources.

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Voluntary & Parent-Approved

Attendance is completely voluntary. Parents give written permission for their child to participate — no pressure, ever.

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Privately Funded

No taxpayer dollars are used. KCSM is supported entirely by generous churches, individuals, and community organizations like you.

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Fundraiser Spotlight

🏓 Pickle Me This! Pickleball Mixer

All levels welcome, ages 14 and up. Registration is required before final event details are shared with participants.

  • 📅 Final event details are shared directly with registered participants.
  • ⏰ Time and check-in details are sent after registration.
  • 📍 Location is shared through event communications.
  • 💵 $25 per person — No refunds
  • 📝 Registration is required before event details are sent.
Pickleball fundraiser registration QR code

Scan the registration QR code

Use your phone camera to open the fundraiser registration form directly. If you need help, contact KCSM and the team will send the registration details.

The Mahjong fundraiser is also listed on the events page so visitors can find both upcoming fundraisers in one place.

Sponsored by Merrill Lynch Kohn-Spring Group

Program Info

Here's what families need to know about the current school year.

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Program Details Sent After Approval

Released Time Bible Education is offered during the school day for enrolled students with parent permission. For student safety, exact class dates, meeting times, and transportation details are shared directly with approved families.

Private details are sent by email after enrollment is approved.
ENROLL
2026–27

Enroll Your Student for 2026–27

Want your child to experience Released Time Bible Education? Enrollment is quick and easy — and it's always completely voluntary.

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Whether you give, pray, teach, or spread the word — every bit of support puts the Bible in front of another Kershaw County student.

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Part of School Ministries, Inc. — a national nonprofit reaching students in public schools across America.