Welcome to FCEA-Retired
At Florence County Education Association - Retired, we dedicate ourselves to supporting and enriching the lives of retired educators in Florence County. Our mission is to provide a community where retired educators can share, learn, and continue to contribute to the field of education.
Upcoming Events
November 10, 2025: SCEA-R General Meeting, 11:00 am
Pamplico Library
100 E Main St, Pamplico, SC 29583
Sign-in starts at 10:30 am
November 11, 2025 - May 17, 2026, Florence County Museum
Unforgettable: The Civil Rights Photography of Cecil Williams
This exhibition features a selection of Williams’ photographs, accompanied by interpretive text for each, highlighting Williams’ work while also exploring the broader role of photography in the Civil Rights movement. This is the first photography exhibition to be featured in the museum's Special Exhibit Gallery.
The public is invited to meet Mr. Williams and view the photography on display at the exhibition reception on the evening of Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. There is no cost required attend the reception or view the exhibition
Congratulations to the FCEA-R 2025 Scholarship Recipients!
Please join us in congratulating our newest scholarship recipients! All three recipients were from Johnsonville High School and plan to attend Coastal Carolina University.
Madison Felder
Evan Graham
Annailise Ryan
Download Scholarship Here
Services
Networking Events
Networking events to connect and share with peers.
FCEA-R 2025-2026 Meeting Dates
- September 8, 2025
- November 10, 2025
- January 12, 2026
- March 9, 2026
- May 11, 2026
November 10, 2025 Meeting Location: Pamplico Library
100 E Main St, Pamplico, SC 29583
Sign-in starts at 10:30 A.M.
FCEA-R Spotlight
Congratulations to Dr. Joseph E. Heyward, Jr. Order of the Palmetto Award Recipient
Congratulations to Janet Coles-James Elmont High School Hall of Fame Inductee
Thursday, October 23, 2025, Dr. Joseph E. Heyward, Jr. was awarded the Prestigious Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Heyward on this prestigious honor.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, Janet Cole-James was inducted into the Elmont Memorial High School Athletic Hall of Fame. This special recognition was given to outstanding athletes, coaches, and community members who made significant contributions to the athletic program at Elmont High School.
Your Voice Matters!
Contact your elected officials at any level on any issue. Use this link to find their contact information, including email, phone number, and even their Facebook or Twitter. (https://www.thescea.org/legcontact)
SCEA-R Membership Opens September 1, 2025
Download Your SCEA Retired Educator Membership Application below.
The South Carolina Education Association-Retired Board of Directors
Executive Officers
President:
Valorie Johnson-Fulton
Vice President:
Ruth Morrow
Treasurer:
Robin Anderson
Secretary:
Phyllis Lawson
Immediate Past President:
Beverly Frierson
beverlyfrierson@hotmail.com
Calendar of Events 26
Feb. 1 - Nominations for Board Seats (Let any officer know you are willing to serve)
Feb. 18 - Aspirating Educators Lobby Day
Feb. 25 - The SCEA (Active) Lobby Day
March 1 - Nominations for the SCEA-Retired Awards Due into the office (Due in the office, email acceptable)
March 25 - The SCEA-Retired Lobby Day at the State House
April 18 - The SCEA-Retired Annual Convention (Tentative Date)
June 6 - The SCEA Representative Assemble
Frequently Asked Questions
“Joining FCEA-Retired has been a transformative experience for me. It provided me with a sense of community and purpose in my retirement, enriching my life beyond measure.”
Janette Williams
Contact us
Reach out to us for more information or to get involved.
Location
Florence County Education Association - Retired
Florence, South Carolina, United States
About us
Florence County Education Association - Retired (FCEA-Retired) is an organization dedicated to the empowerment and support of retired educators. Our foundation is built on a strong community of former teachers, administrators, and educational staff who believe in the lifelong value of education. We offer a variety of services aimed at enriching the post-retirement lives of our members through advocacy, continuing education, and networking. Our commitment is to ensure that retired educators have the resources and support they need to continue making a difference.