Please join us in celebrating these outstanding educators and leaders!

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about 4 hours ago, Lancaster County School District
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Everything you need for a successful start to the school year is in one place—from open houses and orientations to important dates, school supplies, registration information, and more.

✅ View Back-to-School Events
✅ Find Back-to-School Resources
✅ Get ready for the first day of school!

🔗 Back-to-School Events: https://lancastercsdsc.sites.thrillshare.com/o/lancaster-csd/page/back-to-school-events
🔗 Back-to-School Hub: https://www.lancastercsd.com/page/backtoschool

We can't wait to welcome our students back for another incredible year! ❤️🖤

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1 day ago, Lancaster County School District
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Principal of the Year – Rick Parker | ILHS

🎉Congratulations to Rick Parker of Indian Land High School on being named LCSD's 2026–2027 Principal of the Year!

Thank you for your outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to students, staff, and excellence. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

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2 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Assistant Principal of the Year – Mary Beth Mize | NES

🎉Congratulations to Mary Beth Mize of North Elementary School on being named LCSD's 2026–2027 Assistant Principal of the Year!

Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to student success make a lasting impact. Congratulations on this well-earned recognition!

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2 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Teacher of the Year – Hannah Merrill | BMS

🎉Congratulations to Hannah Merrill of Buford Middle School on being named LCSD's 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year!

Thank you for inspiring students, supporting your school community, and making a difference every day. Congratulations!

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2 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Beginning Teacher of the Year – Katey Rallings | MGES

🎉Congratulations to Katey Rallings of McDonald Green Elementary School on being named LCSD's 2026–2027 Beginning Teacher of the Year!

Your passion for teaching and commitment to your students have already made a lasting impact. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

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2 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Support Staff of the Year – Melinda Parker | HSES

🎉 Congratulations to Melinda Parker of Heath Springs Elementary School on being named LCSD's 2026–2027 Support Staff of the Year!

Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to supporting students and staff make a difference every day. Thank you for all you do!

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2 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Join the fun Saturday, July 25 at Hope on the Hill (📍610 E. Meeting St., Lancaster, SC) for a fun-filled day to help your family get ready for the new school year!
🕘 Doors open promptly at 9:00 AM
When you arrive, simply follow the directional signs for:
📚 Elementary School Supplies
🎒 Middle School Supplies
🎓 High School Supplies
🩺 Sports Physicals
🎉 Extra Fun for the Kids!
🌭 David's Dawgs Food Truck will be on-site serving delicious hot dogs, and hot dogs are FREE for children!
🏰 Enjoy the inflatables and plenty of family-friendly fun throughout the event.
🌦️ This event will be held rain or shine!
Please Note:
✔️ School supplies are available while supplies last and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
✔️ Children must be present with a parent or guardian to receive school supplies.
✔️ We expect a great turnout, so please be prepared for possible wait times. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we serve our community.
We can't wait to see you there for a day of fun, food, community, and getting ready for an amazing school year!
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This program or service is not sponsored or endorsed by Lancaster County Schools. As a service to our community, we distribute approved flyers to parents with children in Lancaster County Schools.

6 days ago, Chris Christoff
Back to school bash, July 25th at Hope on the Hill, from 9am until 2pm, informational flyer
UPDATE: Due to adverse weather, tonight's event has been postponed to July 31, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact Lancaster Promise Neighborhood for additional details.
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Save the Date: Parent Pep Rally 2026
What’s happening:
✔️ Family fun and community celebration
✔️ Back-to-school excitement
✔️ An evening to kick off the new school year together
📅 UPDATED: July 31, 2026
⏰ 7 PM – 9 PM
📍 Lancaster Memorial Stadium
Hosted by Lancaster Promise Neighborhood, the 3rd Annual Parent Pep Rally is gearing up to be another unforgettable night!
6 days ago, Chris Christoff
Parent Pep Rally - Rain Date July 31, 2026

Our community partners invite you to Ready. Set. Pray. on Sunday, August 2, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Lancaster County schools.
Contact event representatives for more information.

Buford:
Patrick Blackmon
bethlehembaptistlancaster@gmail.com

Indian Land:
Jim Davidson
pastor@pv.church

Kershaw:
Steve Miller
803-678-9711

Lancaster:
Eddie Boykin
719-510-2403




Disclaimer: This program or service is not sponsored or endorsed by Lancaster County Schools. As a service to our community, we distribute approved flyers to parents with children in Lancaster County Schools.

6 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Blue and white flyer. Text reads: "Ready Set Pray". Logos for various community organizations. Date: August 2nd.
Flyers advertise a prayer event at Lancaster County Schools on August 2nd, 2-4 pm. Logos and mascots are present.
Event flyer for Heath Springs Elementary School. Text reads "Ready. Set. Pray." Dates, times, and contact information displayed.
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Discovery School is accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year!

Why Discovery?
✔️ Small-school environment with high expectations
✔️ Weekly enrichment in STEAM, Spanish, Drama, Art, Music, Library, Creative Movement, Guidance, and Discovery
✔️ A learning experience that builds problem-solvers and creative thinkers

📞 Questions? Call (803) 285-8430
🌐 Learn more and apply: https://dis.lancastercsd.com/

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7 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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📣 Save the Date: Parent Pep Rally 2026

What’s happening:
✔️ Family fun and community celebration
✔️ Back-to-school excitement
✔️ An evening to kick off the new school year together

📅 July 24, 2026
⏰ 7 PM – 9 PM
📍 Lancaster Memorial Stadium

Hosted by Lancaster Promise Neighborhood, the 3rd Annual Parent Pep Rally is gearing up to be another unforgettable night! 🧡💙

#ParentPepRally #BackToSchoolBash #LancasterPromiseNeighborhood #LancasterSC #SaveTheDate
7 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Parent Pep Rally back to school bash July 24, 2026 7pm-9pm
Yesterday, we welcomed our newest educators to Lancaster County School District as they prepared for a successful year of learning, leadership, and student impact.

Welcome to One Lancaster! 🍎 #LCSDProud #OneLancaster #PremierDistrict
8 days ago, Lancaster County School District
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Back-to-school season is here, and we've made it easy to find everything you need in one place!

Our Back-to-School Hub is your go-to resource for important information, including:
✅ Registration & enrollment
✅ School supply lists
✅ Open house information
✅ Important dates
✅ And more!

Visit our Back-to-School page today and get ready for an amazing school year:
🔗 https://www.lancastercsd.com/page/backtoschool

Let's make this our best year yet. Welcome back, One Lancaster!

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9 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Green chalkboard says "LCSD BACK TO SCHOOL 2026 2027". Pencils, apple, and blocks in foreground.
Our administrators took center stage at The Encore – LCSD Operations Retreat, spending the day learning, collaborating, and engaging in interactive sessions designed to prepare for a successful 2026–2027 school year.

Hosted by LCSD's Operations Team, the retreat gave school and district leaders the opportunity to connect with departments across the district, gain valuable updates, and strengthen the partnerships that help keep our schools safe, supported, and ready for student success.

A special thank you to our event sponsors for supporting this year's retreat:
American College of Education
Security 101
Simpldiscipline
Edmentum

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14 days ago, Lancaster County School District
The Encore- LCSD Operations Retreat 2026
The Encore- LCSD Operations Retreat 2026
The Encore- LCSD Operations Retreat 2026
The Encore- LCSD Operations Retreat 2026
The Encore- LCSD Operations Retreat 2026
Please join us in welcoming Heather Jackson as the new principal of Van Wyck Elementary School!

With more than 25 years of experience in public education, Mrs. Jackson brings a passion for student success, instructional excellence, and relationship-building. After proudly serving the Van Wyck Elementary School community for the past four years as assistant principal, she continues her commitment to putting children first by fostering a culture where every student is known, every educator is empowered, and every family is valued.

We look forward to the positive impact Mrs. Jackson will continue to make as she helps lead the next chapter of excellence in Lancaster County School District.

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16 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Please join us in welcoming Heather Jackson as the new principal of Van Wyck Elementary School! With more than 25 years of experience in public education, Mrs. Jackson brings a passion for student success, instructional excellence, and relationship-building. After proudly serving the Van Wyck Elementary School community for the past four years as assistant principal, she continues her commitment to putting children first by fostering a culture where every student is known, every educator is empowered, and every family is valued. We look forward to the positive impact Mrs. Jackson will continue to make as she helps lead the next chapter of excellence in Lancaster County School District. #OneLancaster #LCSDProud #PremierDistrict
Superintendent, Dr. Williams, and LCSD administrators attended the Lancaster County Safety Conference where law enforcement, education, and other professionals collaborated and shared insight in preparation for the school year ahead.
16 days ago, Chris Christoff
Dr. Williams gives remarks at the Lancaster County Safety Conference
Dr. Williams at the Lancaster County Safety Conference
Dr. Williams and Dr. Ramey at the Lancaster County Safety Conference
Dr. Williams at the Lancaster County Safety Conference
Upcoming Lancaster County School Board of Trustees Meeting:
The regularly scheduled LCSD Board Meeting will be held at 5:00 p.m. on July 14, 2026, at 300 S. Catawba Street, Lancaster, SC.

Watch live: https://vimeo.com/event/6037749
18 days ago, Lancaster County School District
LCSD Board Meeting on July 14, 2026 at 5pm
🎒 Back to School Bash
📍 Our Daily Bread Church | Lancaster, SC

What’s happening:
✔️ Bounce houses
✔️ Free items
✔️ School supply giveaway (while supplies last)

📅 July 11, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 818 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

✏️ Families can pick up bookbags, notebook paper, glue sticks, pencils, crayons, and more while kicking off the new school year with fun and community!

#BackToSchoolBash #LancasterSC #ReadySetLearn #CommunityStrong
20 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Back to School Bash July 11th 2026 11-2
The 2026–2027 Lancaster County School District Budget has been approved.

Want to learn more?
View the full budget presentation: https://aptg.co/6HmclF
Watch the budget breakdown: https://vimeo.com/event/5990773

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21 days ago, Lancaster County School District
LCSD Approved Budget