Attention 8th Grade Parents and Students:
about 1 month ago, Buford Middle School
** For 8th Parents & Students--mark your calendars** *JAN 13, 2026 Rising 9th Grade Parent Night @ BHS MPB 6:00pm *JAN 16, 2026 BMS 8th graders tour BHS
Congratulations to Hayden Lucas for his win in the Buford Middle School Spelling Bee!
1 day ago, Buford Middle School
photo of Hayden Lucas, spelling bee champion for BMS
Last Chance to order a Parent Ad: Friday, January 30 and here’s that direct order link (8th Grade parents): https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1019897

Last Chance to order a personalized yearbook: Friday, January 30 and here’s that direct link (all parents): https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01013622
5 days ago, Buford Middle School
Daddy Daughter Dance
8 days ago, Buford Middle School
Friday, February 6th 6:30-8:30 Sweetheart Daddy Daughter Dance $15 per daddy daughter pair, $5 for additional daughter. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Dessert bar, Flower Bar & photo booth.
Help honor those who made a difference in our schools
The Lancaster County School District is now accepting nominations for the Education Hall of Fame through Friday, Feb. 6. Former teachers, administrators, board members, and community members who have made a lasting impact on our schools are eligible for nomination. As a reminder, nominees must have been out of service for at least a year. Nominations are open to students, educators, and community members. Forms are available on the district website or at the district office. Let’s celebrate the individuals who helped shape education in Lancaster County! Nominate online here https://www.lancastercsd.com/forms/21538 or download a paper nomination form here https://bit.ly/EducationHallofFameLCSD.
8 days ago, Buford Middle School
LCSD Employees: Please read the important announcement regarding Etrieve. If you have questions, please reach out to Kendra Watts.
30 days ago, Lancaster County School District
Etrieve Announcement
🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year! 🎉

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
about 1 month ago, Lancaster County School District
Kelli Overcash, SC Elementary Principal of the Year
Spirit Week Dec 15-19
about 1 month ago, Buford Middle School
BMS Christmas Spirit Week Dec 15-19. 15th/Monday Come decked out in your best holiday attire from head to toe!//16th Tues/8h grade: Santa & Mrs. Claus, 7th: Reindeer, 6th Elves.//17th Wed: Grinch Day Come dressed as your favorite grinch character!// 18th Thurs: Wear Red and White Attire!//19th Friday: Dress in your most festive PJs!
Pride of the Hive!
about 1 month ago, Buford Middle School
Mrs. Graves is so dedicated to her students. She works every morning with students to learn their needs, grow them, and celebrate their accomplishments. She truly wants ALL of her students to learn and puts in the extra work to make this happen. We are blessed to have her at BMS.
To submit photos, use the following link. We would love your submissions to our BMS Yearbook!
https://photos.jostens.com/TNM9YR
about 1 month ago, Buford Middle School
Do you have photos to share that would be good for the BMS Yearbook?  Use the link below to contribute! https://photos.josten.com/TNM9YR
It's almost time...https://vimeo.com/event/5249154?fl=so&fe=fs
Join us tonight for the LCSD Board of Trustees elections at 4:30 p.m. Public Session begins at 7:00pm.
about 2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
Upcoming Board Meeting

The Superintendent Search Survey is available now through January 3, 2026. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GYC6QLK Read more at the news article: https://lancastercsdsc.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2541999

2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
Superintendent Search Survey

Join the Career Center forthis 8th and 9th grade family night!

Flyer

2 months ago, Buford Middle School
8th and 9th Grade Family Night
Lancaster County School District is aware of a false social media post regarding school closure. ALL schools and offices will operate on a normal schedule on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. We are continuing to monitor the weather and will post an update if needed. Again, all schools and offices will operate on normal schedule on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
11/11/25 All Schools and Offices normal schedule
Lancaster County School District is proud to celebrate school achievement in 2024–2025. From the foundational work of K–2 teachers to the efforts of every educator and staff member through high school, this is truly a K–12 success story. LCSD has NO unsatisfactory schools, the number of below average schools decreased, and the number of excellent schools increased. LCSD outperformed the State in the Academic Achievement, Preparing for Success, Multilingual Learners Progress, Graduation Rate, and Student Progress categories. Together, our schools achieved significant gains.
One Lancaster —
All In for All Students!
2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
SC Report Cards 2025 - High
SC Report Cards 2025 - High
Lancaster County School District is proud to celebrate school achievement in 2024–2025. From the foundational work of K–2 teachers to the efforts of every educator and staff member through high school, this is truly a K–12 success story. LCSD has NO unsatisfactory schools, the number of below average schools decreased, and the number of excellent schools increased. LCSD outperformed the State in the Academic Achievement, Preparing for Success, Multilingual Learners Progress, Graduation Rate, and Student Progress categories. Together, our schools achieved significant gains.
One Lancaster — All In for All Students!
#SCReportCards #OneLancaster
2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
SC Report Cards 2025 - Middle
Lancaster County School District is proud to celebrate school achievement in 2024–2025. From the foundational work of K–2 teachers to the efforts of every educator and staff member through high school, this is truly a K–12 success story. LCSD has NO unsatisfactory schools, the number of below average schools decreased, and the number of excellent schools increased. LCSD outperformed the State in the Academic Achievement, Preparing for Success, Multilingual Learners Progress, Graduation Rate, and Student Progress categories. Together, our schools achieved significant gains.
One Lancaster —
All In for All Students!
2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
SC Report Cards 2025 - Elementary
SC Report Cards 2025 - Elementary
SC Report Cards 2025 - Elementary
Pride of the Hive!
2 months ago, Buford Middle School
Mrs. Emily Jaillette: Mrs. Jaillette is always willing to help whenever she can. She is an amazing role model!// Mrs. Sherry Ingram: Mrs. Ingram is always working on behalf of her students
Lancaster County School District is proud to celebrate school achievement in 2024–2025. From the foundational work of K–2 teachers to the efforts of every educator and staff member through high school, this is truly a K–12 success story. LCSD has NO unsatisfactory schools, the number of below average schools decreased, and the number of excellent schools increased. LCSD outperformed the State in the Academic Achievement, Preparing for Success, Multilingual Learners Progress, Graduation Rate, and Student Progress categories. Together, our schools achieved significant gains.
One Lancaster —
All In for All Students!
2 months ago, Lancaster County School District
SC Report Cards 2025 - Overall
SC Report Cards 2025 - Overall
SC Report Cards 2025 - Highest Point Increase
SC Report Cards 2025 - Ratings by Category
SC Report Cards 2025 - Ratings

Lancaster County School District will be testing the employee Centegix Crisis Alert Badge system next week. The tests are scheduled to be held before/after school hours, but we do realize there may be students in the building. When the badges are tested, there will be extra lighting sensors. Emergency Services (911) are aware of the testing schedule, but they may dispatch resulting in emergency personnel/vehicles may be present at school drop off/dismissal. We do not want you to be alarmed. The schedule can be found below.

Monday, November 3
Testing sites: ALL ELEMENTARY from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on a staggered schedule.

Brooklyn Springs Elementary @ 2:30 p.m.
Buford Elementary @ 2:40 p.m.
Clinton Elementary @ 2:50 p.m.
Discovery School @ 3:00 p.m.
Erwin Elementary @ 3:10 p.m.
Harrisburg Elementary @ 3:20 p.m.
Heath Springs Elementary@ 3:30 p.m.
Indian Land Elementary @ 3:40 p.m.
Kershaw Elementary @ 3:50 p.m.
McDonald Green Elementary @ 4:00 p.m.
North Elementary @ 4:10 p.m.
Van Wyck @ 4:20 p.m.

Wednesday, November 5
Testing sites: ALL EXTRA sites from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on a staggered schedule.

Southside @ 7:30 a.m.
District Office @ 7:45 a.m.
Barr Street Learning Center @ 8 a.m.

Wednesday, November 5
Testing sites: ALL MIDDLE from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a staggered schedule.

AR Rucker Middle School @ 3:30 p.m.
South Middle School @ 3:45 p.m.
Buford Middle School @ 4 p.m.
Indian Land Middle School @ 4:10 p.m.
Indian Land Intermediate @4:20 p.m.
AJ Middle School @ 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 6
Testing sites: ALL HIGH from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on a staggered schedule.

Lancaster High School @ 7:30 a.m.
Buford High School @7:45 a.m.
AJ High School @ 8:00 a.m.
Indian Land High School @ 8:15 a.m.

3 months ago, Lancaster County School District
Safety Update - 11/2/25