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October is National Principals Month. We will take this opportunity to thank our principals at LCSD daily!
Take a moment to thank YOUR principal:
https://forms.gle/rzWysaZDEMk64M6E7
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October is National Principals Month! Thank you to all the Lancaster County Principals who work tirelessly to put our children first! #ThankAPrincipal
Take a moment to thank YOUR principal:
https://forms.gle/rzWysaZDEMk64M6E7
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Important dates to remember!
For this year's calendar, visit lancastercsd.com/calendars
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Tonight's Superintendent candidate is Kathie Greer. Watch live at 6:30 p.m. https://vimeo.com/event/3707359
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Tonight's Superintendent candidate is Kathie Greer. Watch live at 6:30 p.m. https://vimeo.com/event/3707359
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On Monday, September 11, Clinton Elementary teacher Cheryl Woodard was named District Teacher of the Year. Watch to see Cheryl being surprised with the award ! - https://www.lancastercsd.com/showcase/2023/09/12/2023-teacher-of-the-year/
Congratulations, Cheryl!
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On Friday, September 8, Lancaster High teacher David Ayensu was named Beginning Teacher of the Year! Watch David being surprised with the award - https://www.lancastercsd.com/uncategorized/2023/09/12/2023-beginning-teacher-of-the-year/!
Congratulations, David!
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The Superintendent candidate community Meet and Greet events will begin Monday, September 11. The events will be held at the Arnold Special Events room at USC-Lancaster. The events begin at 6:30 p.m. each day and end at 7:25 p.m. The candidate will speak at 6:45 p.m. each event. – Monday, September 11 - Raashad Fitzpatrick – Wednesday, September 13 - Kathie Greer – Thursday, September 14 - Heath Branham – Monday, September 18 - Paul Spadaro – Wednesday, September 20 - Matthew Hayes Click to read more about each candidate.
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Join our team of bus drivers who truly care about our students. Driving a school bus is a great way to serve your community, make extra income and help our schools!
– Competitive salary
– No previous experience needed
– All training provided Paid training offered once hired
– Opportunity for full benefits Holidays and summers off
To apply online visit our website at
www.lancastercsd.com Click on Employment Opportunities
For more information on how to become a bus driver call 803-285-6009 or email lcsd.transportation@lcsd.k12.sc.us
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The Superintendent candidate community Meet and Greet events will begin Monday, September 11. The events will be held at the Arnold Special Events room at USC-Lancaster. The events begin at 6:30 p.m. each day and end at 7:25 p.m. The candidate will speak at 6:45 p.m. each event.
– Monday, September 11 - Raashad Fitzpatrick
– Wednesday, September 13 - Kathie Greer
– Thursday, September 14 - Heath Branham
– Monday, September 18 - Paul Spadaro
– Wednesday, September 20 - Matthew Hayes
Click to read more about each candidate.
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Thursday, August 31, 2023 will be an E-Learning day for all schools and offices. There will not be any afterschool activities. Your school will share the next steps soon.
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Potential bad weather in our area
All after school events and programs have been cancelled for Wednesday, August 30 due to potential bad weather.
Based on weather guidance we could experience some heavy rainfall, localized flooding and high winds from Hurricane Idalia, especially Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. We will continue to monitor the weather and take any necessary safety precautions as warranted to keep our schools safe. We will keep you informed as deemed fit through this site and through the Remind emergency texts. Please be mindful that bus routes could experience delays due to the weather conditions.
A Flood Watch has been issued for Lancaster County from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.
To sign up for Remind emergency texts group notification for your area school see the instructions below. This is voluntary. Your numbers are not shared with us as a safety precaution of your privacy.
Andrew Jackson area schools:
Text 81010 Text this message @ajemer
Buford area schools:
Text 81010 Text this message @bufordsch
Indian Land area schools:
Text 81010 Text this message @7gge22
Lancaster area schools:
Text 81010 Text this message @4gfgba
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