NORTH CHARLESTON – Governor Henry McMaster awarded North Charleston High School Director Henry Darby the Order of Palmetto on February 8, the state’s highest civilian tribute.
The award recognizes Darby’s efforts to help his students and their families pay the bills.
Darby, who is also a Charleston County councilor, took a third job at Walmart, replenishing shelves. The salary he earns goes directly to low-income families.
The award ceremony took place at North Charleston High School, located near East Montague Avenue.
The Order of Palmetto recognizes South Carolina residents for their extraordinary lifetime service and achievements of national or state importance.
Darby works at the Walmart Supercenter near Center Pointe Drive, near the Tanger Outlets, three nights a week, from 10 pm to 7 am, finishing a job in time to move on to another as head of the college.
After the Post and Courier reported on Darby’s efforts last month, the story attracted significant national media attention, including an article on the “Today” program.
Donations are coming.
An online Go Fund Me program raised more than $ 168,000. Another campaign raised $ 23,000.
Walmart donated $ 50,000 to North Charleston High School to help low-income families.
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