Founded in 1965 by the Summerton Baptist Church
for the purpose of affording a superior elementary and secondary education
in a non-denominational Christian environment, Clarendon Hall was originally
known as Summerton Baptist Church School. Because of continued growth in
student body curriculum, it soon became evident that a separate campus and
building would be required. In 1968 Calvary Baptist Church located near
Pinewood, SouthCarolina offered to take over control and continue operation
of the school. In 1968, in cooperation with Clarendon Hall School Land Trust,
and with a loan secured from the John K. Crosswell Trust of Sumter, South
Carolina, Clarendon Hall opened in a new, modern educational building in
Summerton SC, situated on an eight-acre campus easily accessible because
of its convenient location. During the school year 1975-76, the gymnasium,
cafeteria, and current multi-purpose room were constructed. Calvary Baptist
Church continued operation of the school until 2005 when a new non-profit
corporation was formed known as Clarendon Hall School, Inc.
A
major capital campaign project was begun in 2004 to raise funds to improve
the facilities at Clarendon Hall. During the phase one of the campaign,
a new administration wing was added and gave the schoool a new entrance.
Buildings one and two were connected with a new hall to include student
lockers and new restrooms. Phase two of the project was completed in 2005
with new landscaping, paving and redesigning of the horseshoe driveway,
and the addition of new fencing and arched gazebo. Phase three of the capital
campaign project was begun in 2005 to include renovations to the gym and
cafeteria which will include air conditioning in the gym. These projects
are a direct result of the continued support Clarendon Hall receives from
its patrons, alumni and the community.
The
Board, the student body, and the faculty have been drawn from all denominations.
Clarendon Hall depends solely upon tuition and gifts received from individuals
who are interested in the continuing growth of education through our state
and nation. |
