Located in the shadow of the Sullivan's Island lighthouse, SIES is one of the best public elementary schools in the state of South Carolina. Students who attend live on either Sullivan's Island or Isle of Palms. In 25 years, I have never known a student to be anything but grateful for having attended this school. Island kids loving their coastal school. Even after Hurricane Hugo ravaged the islands and classrooms consisted of trailers, the education continued to be stellar. Now, with a gorgeous new building, opportunities for the children are even better. An important part of the education at this island school is coastal conservation. Something everyone should learn. With an area so rich in history and natural resources, lessons are learned not only through teaching, but also by experiencing. read more