1. What types of manufacturing exist in South Carolina?  There are more than 19 different major types of manufacturing and approximately 5,000 manufacturing companies in South Carolina. The types of manufacturing that employ the largest numbers of people are textiles, machinery, chemicals, transportation equipment, rubber & plastic, fabricated metals, and electrical equipment.

2. What research tools, i.e. websites, etc., are available?  Links to Manufacturing Resources are located here.

3. How many entries are allowed from each school?  There is no limit to the number of entries from each school. Entries may be submitted from the social studies, history, art or any other school department.

4. How will the students be notified regarding the status of their entries?  Letters will be mailed to the winning students and their parents, techer and principal notifying them of their award.

5. Will guests be allowed to attend the awards luncheon and if so, how many?  The winning student and his parents, the winning teacher, the principal, and school superintendent are invited to the luncheon.

6. How will my school receive the award?  The awards will be presented to the winners at the Salute to Manufacturing Awards Luncheon to be held on May 4, 2009 at the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology in Florence.

7. How should students dress for the program?  Collared Shirts/Dress Pants/Slacks/Dresses.

8. Is the program open to students in departments other than art?  Absolutely. the SC Design Challenge is open to any student and any department. The objective is to provide a learning opportunity for all students.

9. Must the full name of the student be listed?  In order for the winner to be notified, it is necessary that a completed entry form be submitted. Click here to download the entry form.

10. Where may students find information on manufacturing in South Carolina?  One of the best sources of information about “manufacturing in South Carolina” is the website of The South Carolina Department of Commerce. Go to www.callSouthCarolina.com.

11. What is the awards luncheon agenda?  The winners are invited to attend the awards luncheon. The luncheon begins at 12:00 Noon. Students are asked to arrive at 10:30 a.m. for a pre-briefing and photo sessions. The luncheon should end by 2:00 PM.

12. Do students need a sponsor or can they enter on their own?  Any student in the public or private school system of South Carolina may enter the SC Design Challenge with or without a sponsor. Interested students are encouraged to contact his/her teacher for guidance. For additional information, contact your local area contact by clicking here. Or, you may contact Sharon Halsey at shalsey@scfusa.org.

13. Will the students who have winning entries be notified personally?  Yes. As soon as the judging is complete (Mar. 16, 2008), the winners and their parents, teacher and principal will receive a letter notifying them of their selection. 

14. To whom and where should art entries be submitted?  All SC Design Challenge entries should be submitted to the local contact. Click here for contact information. Deadline for student entries is January 25, 2009.

Details about the Awards Luncheon

Date
May 4, 2009

Location
Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology in Florence

Check-In Time/Location
All SC Design Challenge winners and guests should check in no later than 10:30am.
Directional signs will be posted in key locations. The designs will be on display in the luncheon area lobby. It is strongly suggested that you arrive between 10:00am and 10:30am to provide ample time to park and view the designs.

Photo Session
Photographs will be taken of the SC Design Challenge winners with the awards presenter before the awards are presented. The photo session will begin promptly at 10:30am.

Orientation
The SC Design Challenge winners and guests will be escorted to the ballroom to their reserved tables for an orientation of the awards presentation immediately after the photo session.

Lunch
The luncheon will be in the ballorrom at 12:00 noon.

Dress/Attire
Please dress appropriately for awards photos. Shirts and ties are recommended for gentlemen.  Dresses are recommended for the ladies.  Please be comfortable; room temperatures can be unpredictable.

Guest List
Each winner and their parents, teacher, principal and superintendent will be invited to the luncheon and awards ceremony. Seating is limited, so we are unable to accommodate additional guests. Name badges will be ready when you arrive at the luncheon.  Your RSVP must be received by April April 27, 2009.

Special Assistance
If you or your guests require special assistance to provide you with access to this event, please contact Sharon as soon as possible at 803-657-6183.

Emergency Contact
If you need assistance on the day of the event, please contact Sharon Halsey at 803-331-1980.