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
Our Teacher Cadets had a fantastic visit to McDonald Green Elementary on Friday! Cadets performed a puppet show for students, bringing The Ugly Duckling to life through a skit they wrote and a theater they designed themselves. 🦆🎭
A special thank you to Ms. Corzo for giving our cadets a tour of the school and sharing insights into the many aspects of school life at McDonald Green. We are so grateful for the opportunity to visit our feeder schools and learn what makes each one truly unique. 💛
What an amazing experience for our future educators!
#teachercadets #CERRA
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
Hands-on training, real-world skills, and a future of service. #FutureFirefighters #CTE
Our Teacher Cadets had a fabulous morning @ErwinElementary! 📚✨ They enjoyed touring the school and spending time in classrooms reading books to students - an exciting hands-on experience as they continue preparing for their future in education. #CERRA #teachercadets
Throughout January and February, Cadets will continue visiting elementary schools as they prepare for their upcoming field experience, which begins in March.
Our Law Enforcement Services students recently had the opportunity to hear from Ms. Jacinda Orr, a college ROTC student at the University of South Carolina, who shared valuable insights about life after high school and future opportunities. Ms. Orr discussed the benefits of the ROTC Minuteman Scholarship 💰🎖️, what college life is really like, physical fitness standards, and the expectations of balancing both military and college responsibilities. This engaging presentation gave students a clearer picture of leadership, discipline, and the many opportunities available through ROTC programs. We appreciate Ms. Orr for taking the time to inspire and motivate our students as they plan for their future! 👏🎓
Students at the Career Center recently had the opportunity to attend an engaging presentation titled “Street Smart: The Truth About Gun Charges in South Carolina,” led by Mr. Michael Mathison from the Children’s Law Center. During the presentation, students learned about the real-life legal and social consequences of gun-related charges, including:
Juvenile records and long-term impact
Effects on future employment (civilian and military)
Family Court outcomes
Accomplice liability and constructive possession
Driving privilege suspensions
Common youth firearms charges
Waiver to adult court
This informative discussion helped students better understand how decisions made today can impact their future. We appreciate the Children’s Law Center for taking the time to educate and empower our students with this important knowledge. Thank you again, and from all of us at the Career Center, Happy Holidays and stay safe! ❄️✨
🎄The Ambush Club recently hosted its Christmas luncheon, taking time to reflect on the progress made this year while sharing a meal with our supportive Career Center administration, staff, community partners, and sponsors. A special thank you to Mrs. Heyward and Career Center instructors, Mrs. Wheeler and Mrs. D. Lathan, for providing a delicious meal. It was outstanding! We are grateful to everyone who attended and to those who continue to support the Ambush Club in spirit. Your partnerships and sponsorships play a vital role in the club’s success, and we truly appreciate your continued investment in the young men of the Ambush Club at the Career Center.💙
Carpentry students have been hard at work on this custom porch bed glider swing! This one is already sold but they are taking orders! This one is twin bed size and built out of pine with Spar urethane for outdoor living. Other options are available to meet your needs; including size, stain color, and mounting options. Customer provides mattress, pillows, etc. If interested in ordering please contact the Career Center at 803-285-7404.
Machine Tool students went to York Tech this week and passed their HAAS certifications! Way to go!
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
The Ambush Club, Law Enforcement Services students, and the Heyward Family proudly volunteered their time on December 5th and 6th to support the long-standing community event, “Christmas with Chuck.” This annual toy and canned food drive benefits families across Lancaster County and truly reflects the spirit of the season.
The event featured special appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, a car show, raffle prizes, and most importantly, the joy of giving back to our community. We extend our sincere gratitude to event coordinator Mrs. Lori Yarborough for partnering with the Ambush Club to make this event possible. A special thank you as well to Comporium for their generous support in providing breakfast for the volunteers. We are proud of our students and families for their service and commitment to the community.
