Warrior Family,
What an amazing Homecoming Week we just had! 
Our students and staff brought incredible energy each day with Spirit Week outfits, and our Pep Rally packed the gym with excitement. Cheerleaders and dancers performed, fall athletes were recognized, and students and staff battled it out in fun games. We also celebrated our Homecoming Court:
Princesses & Princes
Juniors: Jayda Garcia & Winston Walker
Sophomores: Molly Peterson & Kent Perry
Freshmen: Caroline Waskey & Nehemiah Hammond
We ended the Pep Rally with a brand-new Warrior tradition: the “Who Are We?” cheer followed by singing the school alma mater together.
On Friday, our Warriors brought home a 38–9 victory over Rock Hill! Congratulations to our Homecoming Queen, Berkeley Slepokura, and our Homecoming King, Cashmere Buissereth. Saturday night’s dance, A Night in Greece, was a beautiful evening under the stars—our students danced the night away!
Looking Ahead This Week
Tuesday, Sept. 30 → Panorama Survey during 2nd period. Students will take a 20–30 minute online survey reflecting on their experiences at school.
Friday, Oct. 3 → Our Band travels to Coastal Carolina for the Bands of America Competition—good luck, Warriors!
Sports This Week
Boy’s Volleyball: Home matches on Tuesday & Thursday
Football: Home vs. Nation Ford this Friday
– Let’s fill the stands with Warrior pride!
Refocusing After Homecoming
With Homecoming wrapped up, it’s time to get OTOT: On Time, On Target—to school, to class, and with schoolwork.
Here’s how Warriors “Warrior Up”:
Stay strong during stressful times like exams.
Face fears about the future with bravery.
Persist through challenges without giving up.
Support classmates—Warriors have each other’s backs.
Embrace change as new opportunities.
Show leadership and responsibility as you prepare for life beyond high school.
Reminders - Here is What’s Important Now (W.I.N.) for next week:
Cell phones & earbuds are not allowed during the school day. Avoid unnecessary detentions—keep your focus on academics.
Early Release resumes Monday:
Pickup at 3:42 pm in the bus loop (not the front).
Front of school pickup begins at 4:10 pm dismissal only.
This upcoming week kicks off the first Attendance Recovery Session of the semester! 
When: September 30 – October 3 
What it means: Students who have more than five absences in a class can begin making up time. During this session, students can earn up to 12 hours of recovery.
We’ve also attached the full Attendance Recovery schedule for the school year so that you and your student can plan ahead if more than five days are missed in any class.
Attendance matters—and this is a great way to stay OTOT: On Time, On Target and keep your credits on track! 
Indian Land High School - Student Attendance Recovery Details & Schedule 2025-2026 ILHS Seat Time Recovery Plan - Fall/Spring 2025-26
Warrior University Presents: Mindful Mondays
with Your School Counselors
Every Monday during Flex Time
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Please take time to review the 2025-26 ILHS Student and Parent Handbook ILHS Student Handbook 2025-2026
Please take a moment to log in to PowerSchool and update your family's contact information. Having your most current phone numbers and email addresses on file is the best way for us to communicate with you, especially in case of an emergency.
If you do not have a Powerschool account here is “How to create Parent Portal Accounts”.
Step by Step Guide to Assist Parents with Username/Password Issues
Step by Step Guide to Create a PowerSchool Parent Portal Account
Winthrop University
Application Dates:
Spring & Summer 2025: Opens Sept 15 | Closes Nov 1
Fall 2026: Opens Jan 4 | Closes May 1
Apply by Apr 1 for priority course registration
Info Sessions (Winthrop Campus):
Sept 25 – 5:00 p.m. → Register Now
Oct 7 – 5:00 p.m. → Register Now
Oct 23 – 5:00 p.m. → Register Now
PTSO Sponsorship Opportunities
A few important School Rules reminders:
Tardies: Being on time matters! Daily tardies can add up quickly, so please make it a priority to arrive on time.
Dresscode: Students are not allowed to wear mid-drift showing or their pants down below their waist.
Cell Phones and Earbuds: These electronic devices are not allowed during the school day
We know these reminders may sound firm, but they are in place to help our students succeed and to build a strong Warrior Mindset—one that values responsibility, respect, and resilience.