This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors as we recognize School Counselor Week!
School Counselors Amplify Student Success by supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day.
Thank you to School Counselor Melissa McDowell of Sanders Middle School for the positive impact you make in the lives of our students!
about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. National School Counseling Week February 2-6, 2026. Melissa McDowell Sanders Middle School.
This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors as we recognize School Counselor Week!
School Counselors Amplify Student Success by supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day.
Thank you to School Counselor Andrea Parsons Hickory Tavern School for the positive impact you make in the lives of our students!
about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 Star Culture of Excellence  2.0. National School Counseling Week February 2-6, 2026. Andrea Parsons Hickory Tavern School.
This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors as we recognize School Counselor Week!
School Counselors Amplify Student Success by supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day.
Thank you to School Counselor Courtney McDaniel of E.B. Morse Elementary School for the positive impact you make in the lives of our students!
about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0.National School Counseling Week February 2-6, 2026. Courtney McDaniel E.B. Morse Elementary School.

World Cancer Day - February 4, 2026
Today, Laurens County School District 55 stands together in support of those affected by cancer. We honor survivors, remember loved ones, and recognize the strength of families and communities impacted by this disease.

Together, we can make a difference by supporting one another and continuing the fight for a cancer-free future.

about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. World Cancer Day. Together We Fight! February 4, 2026.

This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors as we recognize School Counselor Week!
School Counselors Amplify Student Success by supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day.
Thank you to School Counselor Shakera Tribble of Hickory Tavern School for the positive impact you make in the lives of our students!

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about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. National School Counseling Week February 2-6, 2026. Shakera Tribble.
Dear LCSD 55 Family,

Following the recent winter weather, Laurens 55 is happy to announce that we will return to our normal schedule starting tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

We look forward to seeing you!

Sincerely,

Laurens County School District 55
about 1 month ago, LCSD 55 Technology
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This week, we celebrate our incredible school counselors as we recognize School Counselor Week!
School Counselors Amplify Student Success by supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day.
Thank you to School Counselor David Owens of Laurens District 55 High School for the positive impact you make in the lives of our students!

about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0.  National School Counseling Week February 2-6, 2026. David Owens Laurens District 55 High School.
On World Cancer Day, we are reminded that cancer affects us all — but so does hope. Together, we can raise awareness, support those fighting, celebrate survivors, and push for better access to care for every community.
about 1 month ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5- Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. World Cancer Day. Together we fight! February 4, 2026.
Laurens District 55 recognizes National Mentoring Month and the incredible mentors who support our students daily.
Your guidance, compassion, and consistency make a difference that cannot be measured.
Thank you for helping build strong futures!
about 2 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 - Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Direction Training Support Mentoring Motivation Goal Success
Help keep students and staff healthy.
Remind your child about frequent handwashing.
If your child has a fever, keep your child home until fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication.
If your child is vomiting, they should stay home until they are no longer vomiting and can hold down a meal.
Please call your child's school nurse with any questions or concerns.
about 2 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 - Star Culture of Excellence 2.0.  Remind your child about frequent handwashing. If your child has a fever, keep your child home u ntil fever free foir 24 hours with out fever-reducing medication. If your child is vomiting, they should stay home until they are no longer vomiting and can hold down a meal. Please call your child's school nurse with any qestions or concerns.
Laurens County School District 55 invite families to join us for a special Black History Month Lunch Celebration on Friday, February 20, 2026. This event provides an opportunity for students and families to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
Friday, February 20, 2026
Lunch: $6.00
Cash payments only
Families are welcomed and encouraged to attend!
about 2 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5- Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Black History Month. Please plan to join your student for a special lunch celebration at their school. Friday, February 20,2026. Cash payment only.
Laurens County School District 55 Holiday Break
We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
3 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Holiday Break. Schools and Offices Closed: December 22, 2025- January 4, 2026. Schools and Offices Open: January 4, 2026. Students Return: January 6, 2026
Holiday Break Early Release Reminder

Laurens County School District 55 schools will dismiss 3.5 hours early on Friday, December 19 for the start of the Holiday Break. Parents and guardians may contact their child’s school for specific dismissal times. No lunch will be served on this day.

We wish all of our students, staff, and families a happy and safe holiday break!
Students will return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
3 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Reminder 3.5 Hours Early Dismissal. Student Half Day.

Laurens County School District 55 celebrates Computer Science Education Week, December 8–14!
A week dedicated to sparking creativity, problem-solving, and innovation through the power of computer science.

3 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Computer Science Education Week December 8-14. This week is a global event to inspire students' interest in computer science.
Laurens County School District 55 observes today as National Special Education Day. Special Education Day honors the commitment, patience, and dedication that ensure every learner is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. Thank you for all you do to support the success of every student—today and every day.
3 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5 Star Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. National Special Education Day. December 2, 2025.
Happy Thanksgiving to all the families of Laurens County School District 55!
Wishing you a day filled with gratitude, joy, and time well spent with loved ones.
3 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Give Thanks. Laurens County District 55 . Happy Thanksgiving November 27, 2025
Laurens County School District 55 proudly celebrates American Education Week, November 17–21. Students from each school were randomly selected to receive tickets to a home basketball game at one of our middle schools or to the Laurens High School JV game on designated days.

Each family also received a small treat bag as a token of our appreciation for the support they provide to Laurens County School District 55.

Happy American Education Week to all of our Laurens District 55 families!
4 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. American Education Week. Laurens County School District 55 is proud to celebrate American Education Week! Novemver 17-21.
Congratulations!
Laurens District 55 High School Senior Nya Hunter was selected as the GoLaurens Player of the Week, November 17, 2025.
Congratulations Nya!
4 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5- Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Congratulation! Senior Nya Hunter, Laurens District 55 High School Competition Team. GoLaurens Athlete of the Week November 19, 2025

Laurens High School NJROTC and National Honor Society Food Drive

Laurens High School NJROTC and the National Honor Society will host a Holiday Food Drive tomorrow at Laurens High School.

  • NJROTC will collect frozen hams, turkeys, and chicken.

  • The National Honor Society will collect breads, desserts, and canned goods.

All donated items will be distributed to local families in need during the holiday season.

Drop-Off Location: Laurens High School – Main Entrance
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Thank you for your generosity and continued support!

4 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. Thanksgiving Food Drive. November 19. 8 AM - 3 PM Laurens High School.
Laurens County School District 55 celebrates the Laurens Raider Competition Cheer Team on securing a spot at the South Carolina State Cheer Competition! The Raiders will compete for the State Cheer Title on Saturday, November 22, at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. They take the mat at 12:30 PM.
Let’s show up and show our support, Go Raiders!
4 months ago, Laurens County School District 55
Building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence 2.0. State Bound. Laurens Raider Compettion Cheer Team . Congratulations.