York, SC – In accordance with state and federal regulations, York School District One will destroy special education records for students who were born prior to 2005.
Former students, or their parents/guardians, may request copies of these records prior to destruction. Special education records may be needed for future purposes, including Social Security benefits, postsecondary education accommodations, or other personal matters.
Requests for records must be made on or before July 23, 2026. After this date, the records will be permanently destroyed.
This destruction process applies exclusively to special education records. This action does not affect permanent general school records.
For additional information or to request records, please contact: Education Services Center at 803-684-1905.
York School District One is committed to maintaining student records in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.


