The bill, H. 5593, is a House Resolution that congratulates Pee Dee Math, Science, and Technology Academy (PDMSTA) in Bishopville for its recent certification as a Workforce Center of Excellence (WCOE), which was officially recognized on April 21, 2026. The resolution highlights the significance of this achievement, noting that PDMSTA is the first school in South Carolina to receive this designation. The school has been dedicated to preparing students for college and careers, and this certification marks a new phase in its mission by expanding opportunities through partnerships that connect education with workforce and military pathways.

The resolution expresses pride in PDMSTA's commitment to innovative education and strong community partnerships, emphasizing the school's unique position as the only rural charter school in the Pee Dee area serving grades K-12. It acknowledges the role of Workforce Centers of Excellence in bridging the gap between industry needs and worker skills through specialized training and collaboration. The resolution concludes with a commitment to present a copy to Dr. E. Keith Bailey, the executive director of the academy, as a formal recognition of this accomplishment.