PULLIAM v. COMER

Gregory, Justice:

Respondent Marvin Pulliam brought this action seeking unemployment compensation. The South Carolina Employment Security Commission (Commission) denied respondent benefits. On appeal the circuit court reversed the Commission’s decision and awarded benefits. We agree with the Commission, reverse the circuit court, and deny respondent compensation.

Respondent was employed as a public school teacher in Anderson County from November 1, 1976, through June 15, 1977. His employment was not continued after the end of that school year because the federal funds for his program had…