CERRA’s Winter Newsletter spotlights LCSD as a model district for ProTeam implementation, showcasing our commitment to student growth and leadership. Through a featured video and article, middle school students share how ProTeam is strengthening engagement, building confidence, and preparing them for success.
This recognition reflects what’s possible when schools, students, families, and CERRA work together around a shared vision for excellence.
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Winter Newsletter: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/03cc47bafe.html
Congratulations are in order for every student who took the stage at this year’s District Spelling Bee! 🐝✨ With an impressive 49 rounds, our participants demonstrated focus, confidence, and a true love of learning—making this event a tremendous success.
We are proud to celebrate our District Spelling Bee Champion:
🏆 Ann Jins (Indian Land Middle School)
We also applaud our outstanding Top Finalists, whose perseverance and talent stood out:
• Ayushmaan Gilotra (Indian Land Intermediate School)
• Hayden Lucas (Buford Middle School)
• Oren Plyler (Kershaw Elementary School)
• Amelia Martinez (AR Rucker Middle School)
These four finalists and our champion will represent Lancaster County School District at the Regional Spelling Bee at Bank of America Stadium on February 28, 2026.
We are incredibly proud of all our spellers for exemplifying excellence, determination, and what it means to be One Lancaster. Good luck at regionals—we’ll be cheering you on!
📸 Photo Credit: Matt Collier
The Stinger On Air is buzzing with fresh stories and student voices. Tune in and catch what the Stinger crew is talking about this week!
Watch now 👉 https://bufordstinger.com/on-air/
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 OUTDOOR after school athletics, activities, and school related programs will be canceled beginning at the end of the school day on Friday, January 30, 2026 which will allow our Facilities and Maintenance teams to prepare facilities.
ALL athletics, activities, and school related programs are canceled Saturday, January 31, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 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 Sunday, February 1, 2026. REMINDER - Monday, February 2, 2026 is a HOLIDAY for students and a professional learning day for staff.
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This week, we join the nation in honoring Team NBCT — educators who have achieved the National Board Certification, the gold standard in teaching excellence. Since its founding in 1987, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards has worked to advance the quality of teaching and learning by maintaining rigorous standards, providing a voluntary system to certify accomplished teachers, and advocating for education that ensures better learning for all students.
In Lancaster County School District, we are proud that 91 of our teachers have earned this distinguished certification — demonstrating unwavering commitment to excellence, deep professional knowledge, and leadership in their classrooms and beyond. 🌟🍎
Thank you, NBCTs, for inspiring our students and uplifting our entire community — today and every day!
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be on a two-hour delay.
Lancaster County School District has carefully assessed campus conditions, including main roads, auxiliary roads, parking areas, and walkways. While many surfaces have improved, some shaded areas still have ice—particularly near steps leading to portable units and exterior areas of buildings that received limited sunlight.
To allow additional time for our facilities teams to address these concerns and ensure campuses are as safe as possible for students, staff, and families, Lancaster County School District will operate on a two-hour delay.
We ask all families, staff, and students to continue exercising caution while traveling to school. Please avoid areas that may present hazards and be prepared for possible redirection around icy spots upon arrival on campus. We also encourage students to wear appropriate footwear and clothing suited for current weather conditions. Reminder, breakfast is not served during a two-hour delay schedule.
Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and commitment to student safety as we navigate these conditions together.
As a safety precaution, ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
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.
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The Land Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buGk21wtk9w
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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.
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Under the guidance of Mrs. Susan Hopkins, these student journalists are meeting just a few times each week—before school and during Flex—to write stories, shoot video, and conduct interviews that highlight the Buford community.
Join us in giving Mrs. Hopkins and her dedicated staff of student journalists a HUGE high-five for their creativity, commitment, and hard work! 👏
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Middle School Moment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0tPeKjn4po
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
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ProTeam Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIKOnwIdm0M
🎉 Charles Simpson – Employee of the Month (December 2025), Southside Early Childhood Center
🎉 Leigh Jordan – Innovation Instruction Award (December 2025), A. R. Rucker Middle School
Thank you for the positive impact you make every day across our district.
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Congratulations to our Trustee Award winners!
🎉 Kelli Overcash, 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year, Kershaw Elementary School
🎉 Justin Reynolds, 2025 South Carolina Secondary Education Conservation Teacher of the Year, Buford High School
We are proud to celebrate their outstanding leadership, dedication, and impact on our students and schools.
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Upcoming Lancaster County School Board of Trustees Meeting: The regularly scheduled LCSD Board Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on January 20, 2026, at 300 S. Catawba Street, Lancaster, SC.
Watch live: https://vimeo.com/event/5531443
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Catch the latest highlights from around our community in this quick recap produced by Learn TV. From stories that inform to moments that inspire, One Lancaster One Minute keeps you connected—one minute at a time.
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Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lms0iwHch58