Brantley Lombr

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Russell Ott

South Carolina recognizes Brantley Lombr as an Extraordinary Educator for using data-driven, personalized instruction that boosts student achievement and supports colleagues.

Introduced, adopted, sent to House

Summary of Bill S 1182 (2025-2026) — South Carolina

Purpose and intent

This is a concurrent resolution recognizing and honoring a specific educator, Brantley Lombr, for being named an Extraordinary Educator by Curriculum Associates for 2026.

The resolution conveys the General Assembly’s appreciation for Lombr’s teaching approach and leadership, and for her advocacy work beyond the classroom.

Key provisions and changes

Recognition of Brantley Lombr, a second-grade teacher at Sandhills Primary School in Swansea, for her inclusion in Curriculum Associates’ nationwide Extraordinary Educators program.

Acknowledges that the award honors:

exemplary use of Curriculum Associates tools (i-Ready and/or Ready),
demonstrated growth and achievement evidenced by formal assessments,
innovative and engaging practices benefiting students,
commitment to high standards and student achievement,
at least two years of teaching experience.

Highlights Lombr’s leadership role in personalizing instruction and mentoring colleagues to implement similar strategies within her grade-level team.

Provides biographical background, including:

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from the University of South Carolina,
advocacy for families affected by traumatic brain injuries (a personal connection due to her husband’s injury).

Notes broader context about Curriculum Associates, its national reach, and its 1969 founding; mentions that their programs are used in about 75% of South Carolina school districts.

Outlines benefits associated with the award, such as:

inclusion in a national network of 25 teachers from 13 states for 2026,
access to ongoing collaboration and professional development,
opportunities to participate in the Extraordinary Educators Leadership Summit and other events.

Who or what would be affected

Primary beneficiary: Brantley Lombr, Sandhills Primary School (Swansea).

Indirect beneficiaries: the broader school community through recognition of effective teaching practices and potential amplification of instructional strategies within her grade-level team and potentially the district.

No substantive policy or funding changes are enacted; the bill is a ceremonial recognition.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Introduced and adopted in 2026; sent to the House after Senate adoption.

Sponsorship: Co-sponsor is Russell Ott.

Nature of measure: Concurrent resolution (non-binding); serves to honor and commend rather than alter law or allocate funds.

Presentation: A copy of the resolution would be presented to Brantley Lombr.

Bottom line

S1182 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Brantley Lombr for being named an Extraordinary Educator by Curriculum Associates, acknowledging her teaching excellence, leadership, and advocacy, with emphasis on the use of data-driven instruction and personalized learning. It formalizes the state’s appreciation for her contributions to student achievement and professional collaboration.