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On April 24, 2026, our Founder/CEO of Legacy Early College was awarded the Order of the Palmetto. This is South Carolina's highest civilian honor!
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April 30th, The Greenville Drive hosted a "Legacy Night at the Drive." We celebrated Legacy Early College scholars, staff, families, and supporters. Featuring pre-game, and in-game content/programming, family fun entertainment, and more!
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Legacy Early College Announces New Marion Road Campus in Greenville's Historic Westside Community
Charter School Growth Fund Recognizes Legacy Early College Among Nation's Top Charter Schools
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Nov. 17, 2025 - Legacy Early College, Greenville's largest Title I school, announced plans for a new 55-acre Marion Road Campus, a transformational K4 through eighth-...
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Nicolas Claxton, Class of 2017, embodies true excellence. His relentless work ethic and unwavering determination propelled him from our courts to the NBA. Beyond his athletic achievements, Nicolas inspires us all with his deep commitment to family, friends, and community. Yesterday, we proudly retired his jersey #33—a lasting tribute to a remarkable role model who proves that greatness starts right here!
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SC Children's Fund recently donates $45,000 to Legacy Early College.
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Nic Claxton joined Legacy in 2013, where he dedicated years to honing in on his basketball skills while achieving academic excellence. After graduating from Legacy, Nic attended the University of Georgia, where he continued to develop his talent on and off the court. Two years later, he was drafted into the NBA by the Brooklyn Nets. Nic has recently signed his third contract with the Nets, on Legacy soil.