We are excited to share that Dr. Christie Palladino, biomedical science teacher at Aiken County Career and Technology Center and the 2027-2028 South Carolina State Teacher of the Year, as a part of the Core Program Class of 2027 for Leadership South Carolina.
Leadership South Carolina is the state’s premier leadership development program, bringing leaders together to explore opportunities and challenges shaping South Carolina’s future. The eight-month program brings distinguished business, government, nonprofit, healthcare, education and community leaders together with immersive sessions across the state.
"Leadership South Carolina is proud to welcome this exceptional group of leaders to the Class of 2027," said Jody Jernigan, Executive Director of Leadership South Carolina. "Our program provides participants with a unique opportunity to expand their perspectives, strengthen their leadership skills, and connect with peers from across the state. We look forward to seeing the impact these leaders will make in their communities and throughout South Carolina."
Leadership South Carolina was founded by the Governor’s Office and the South Carolina business community in 1979 and is the state’s oldest and most respected leadership development program. Dr. Palladino is among 58 highly motivated individuals in the Core Program Class of 2027.
“Dr. Christie Palladino represents the very best of public education and the extraordinary impact a dedicated teacher can have on students, a school, and an entire community,” Aiken County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Corey Murphy shared. “Her ability to connect students with meaningful opportunities in biomedical science and help them see possibilities for their futures has strengthened career and technical education across Aiken County. As South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year, Dr. Palladino continues to make us incredibly proud, and her selection for Leadership South Carolina’s Core Program Class of 2027 is another well-deserved recognition of her leadership and commitment to others. We are fortunate to have her representing Aiken County Public Schools and educators across our state.”