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Barnwell County
Barnwell County stretches across the southern portion of South Carolina's Midlands. Mixed forests
of hardwoods and pine cover the rolling hills. The county
is conveniently located near several major cities in both
South Carolina and Georgia. Just 65 miles from the state capital of Columbia, 98 miles  from the historic coastal
city of Charleston, and 42 miles from Augusta, Georgia, the home of the Master's golf tournament, living in Barnwell County
will always ensure enjoyable trips are just a short drive away.
 The atmosphere in Barnwell County is pleasant year round. With only mild winters and warm summers glowing
with Southern sun, the average annual temperature is 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Approximately 47 inches of rainfall a year keep
the county's crops growing healthy. (from www.barnwellcountysc.com)
Barnwell Schools
Barnwell School District 45 is the largest of three school districts in Barnwell County and
located in the eastern part of Barnwell County. The district includes the town of Barnwell and the lower half of Barnwell
County, which is located in the coastal plains of Southwest South Carolina. The district is governed by a five-member
board of trustees elected for three-year terms. The district is fiscally sound with balanced budgets and excellent audit
reports. The school district's total enrollment is just over 2200 students, about 860 of which attend Barnwell High
School.
Barnwell Bands
The band program at Barnwell High School is one of the oldest, most established programs in
South Carolina. The Barnwell Band was one of the first Nationally Recognized band programs in South Carolina, and the
band has upheld a tradition of excellence for years. The Band has been awarded the SCBDA's Outstanding Performance Award,
has performed at the SCBDA's State Marching Band Championships, and has received high ratings at SCBDA's Concert Festival
Events for many years. Members of the Barnwell Band Program have participated in the Edisto Conference Band, SCBDA District
4 Band, SCBDA All-State Band, and has even performed with National Honor Bands touring through Europe.
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