Tuesday, January 27, 2026 will be an eLearning day. ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be closed. The Lancaster County School District has been in contact with Lancaster County Emergency Management and the SC Department of Transportation and inspected roads and multiple school campuses across the county and found widespread runoff and wet parking lots that are expected to refreeze overnight. Several campuses currently have ice and slush in areas with limited sunlight, especially around entrances, sidewalks, drop-off lines, bus loops, and other secondary areas that remain shaded. Standing water and runoff are expected to freeze as temperatures continue to drop tonight. Due to the hazardous conditions from ice we have determined closure is essential. As a safety precaution, ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Students and staff are expected to actively participate in the eLearning day. We recognize that power outages and interrupted services may prevent students and staff from communicating and completing assignments during eLearning. Upon return to normal schedule, students will have the number of eLearning days plus one additional day to complete any elearning assignments.
Students will receive eLearning information from their schools and teachers. Please visit https://bit.ly/LCSDeLearning if you have any questions.
Updates will be provided via the district website, email, text, phone and social media. Stay safe and stay warm.
#LCSDWinterVibes
Thank you 8th grade parents for your continued support!
All students and parents will have a conference with a school counselor before the end of February.
Students with the last name will have an IGP meeting with the school counselors by telephone, email or in person.
Students’ with last names beginning with A-L will meet with Dr Quincy Smith,
Students’ with last names beginning with M-Z will meet with Meghan McDaniel,
Parents and guardians are reminded to update new phone numbers and email addresses by accessing ParentPortal to change your contact information.
If you have any questions, you can call 803-283-8416 or email the school counselor to make an appointment. Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm.
Guidance clerk:
kelly.crenshaw@lcsd.k12.sc.us
A-L
(quincy.smith@lcsd.k12.sc.us)
M-Z
(meghan.mcdaniel@lcsd.k12.sc.us).
Level up! We are South, We are Mustangs! We are Family!
Message from Interim Superintendent, Dr. Norris Williams
Lancaster County School District is aware that inclement weather is expected over the weekend. Due to anticipated hazardous conditions caused by snow and ice, ALL afterschool athletics, activities, and school related programs will be canceled beginning at the end of the school day on Friday, January 23, 2026 through Sunday, January 25, 2026.
We are closely monitoring the weather event and our team has been communicating regularly with Duke Energy, South Carolina Department of Transportation, and SC Emergency Management Systems. We will provide an update on delays or closures on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
#LCSDWinterVibes
Free treats, family fun, and free gifts for every child (while supplies last)!
Our LHS Career Center Parent Night to 8th Graders-11th Graders and their families will be held on Thursday January 29th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. All CTE Programs at the Career Center and Business and Industry Partners related to each CTE Program will be present to talk about Careers, Further Training, etc. with their company, school or organization.
You will need click on the QR Code, you will RSVP your pizza dinner order.
(Pizza and Drinks will be free for all and many door prizes will be given away at this event).
Thank you!
Check out the flyer for information on how to get your photos.
The South Middle School Band will present its 2025 Winter Concert
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in the SMS Gymnasium.
Your pictures will be available at the following link:
my.photoday.com
Use access code 61277WINTERSPORTS25
We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Kelli Overcash, Principal of Kershaw Elementary, for being recognized as the South Carolina Principal of the Year! 🏆
This honor reflects her outstanding leadership, dedication to students and staff, and unwavering commitment to excellence in education. Kelli's vision and passion have made a lasting impact on the Kershaw Elementary School and Lancaster County School District, and this recognition is so well-deserved.
Please join us in congratulating Kelli Overcash for this incredible achievement! 👏👏
#SCElementaryPrincipalOfTheYear #EducationalLeadership #ProudMoment #ExcellenceInEducation
This is a copy for parent review.
Parents will be able to have their child(ren) opt out beginning December 3, 2025.
Join us tonight for the LCSD Board of Trustees elections at 4:30 p.m. Public Session begins at 7:00pm.
