ABOUT
SAM uses data and research to identify achievement gaps, work with community partners to reduce and remove those gaps, and ultimately improve economic mobility for all, anchored in academic achievement.
VISION,
MISSION,
AND
VALUES
For a decade, The Spartanburg Academic Movement has sharpened its focus considerably to continue work in our five Collaborative Action Network (CAN) areas of kindergarten readiness, third grade reading, eighth grade math, high school graduation rates and postsecondary education. SAM has formed the Postsecondary Educational Attainment Steering Committee to guide the next phase of work and community investment and mobilize the county around the five outcomes.
SAM’s vision, mission, and values are clear and direct our work to ensure Spartanburg County’s children reach academic and life success.
R.E.A.C.H.
RESULTS
We believe in using local research and data to drive community action for continuous improvement.
EQUITY
We believe equal opportunity is a basic right and view all aspects of our work through an equity lens.
ADVOCACY
We believe in amplifying the voice for public education while shepherding equitable policies on behalf of all children.
COLLABORATION
We believe education is a shared responsibility of the community with families as our most important partners.
HUMANITY
We believe in the dignity and self-worth of every individual and leading with a humble and compassionate heart.
The Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM) is both a nonprofit organization and a community movement. The organization, funded by private and corporate donations and grants, works to convene action partners in fulfillment of the Movement’s vision, mission, and values.