Happy Juneteenth!
Observed annually on June 19, Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history and celebrates the triumph of freedom.
Observed annually on June 19, Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history and celebrates the triumph of freedom.
Laurens County School District 55 2026-2027 Teachers of the Year
Thank you for being a part of the 5-Star Culture of Excellence!
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Thank you for being a part of the 5-Star Culture of Excellence!
https://bit.ly/2026-27TeachersoftheYear
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
This is a time to recognize the importance of mental wellness for everyone. Mental health matters just as much as physical health, and it is important that we continue to support, encourage, and uplift one another.
Let’s work together to break the stigma, spread kindness, and create a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
This is a time to recognize the importance of mental wellness for everyone. Mental health matters just as much as physical health, and it is important that we continue to support, encourage, and uplift one another.
Let’s work together to break the stigma, spread kindness, and create a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
Congratulations to the Raider Boys Golf Team!
Today we celebrate the storytellers, photographers, designers, social media managers, and communication professionals who help keep our school communities informed, connected, and engaged.
From sharing student achievements to communicating important district updates, school communicators play a vital role in highlighting the great things happening across our schools each day. Thank you for your creativity, dedication, and commitment to telling the story of our students, staff, and schools with excellence.
Happy School Communicators Day! Your work helps strengthen the connection between our schools and community every single day.
From sharing student achievements to communicating important district updates, school communicators play a vital role in highlighting the great things happening across our schools each day. Thank you for your creativity, dedication, and commitment to telling the story of our students, staff, and schools with excellence.
Happy School Communicators Day! Your work helps strengthen the connection between our schools and community every single day.
Today we proudly celebrate National Principals’ Day and the outstanding leaders who help shape the success of our schools each and every day.
Our principals are the heart of our school communities—guiding students, supporting staff, and creating environments where excellence thrives. Their dedication, leadership, and commitment make a lasting impact far beyond the classroom.
We are grateful for the incredible principals across Laurens County School District 55:
• Laurens District 55 High School - Mr. Lewis Compton
• Laurens Elementary School - Mrs. Ashley Bragg
• Laurens Middle School - Mrs. Tiffany McElveen
• Gray Court-Owings School - Mr. Andy Entrekin
• Ford Elementary School - Mrs. Kim Penland
• Laurens Preparatory Academy - Dr. Tina Faulkner
• Sanders Middle School - Mr. Jonathan Schwalbe
• Waterloo Elementary School - Mrs. Emily Parks
• E.B. Morse Elementary School - Dr. Jason Bailey
• Hickory Tavern School - Mrs. Jennifer Robinson
Thank you for building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence in Administration and for inspiring success in every student you serve.
Happy National Principals’ Day! 🍎
Our principals are the heart of our school communities—guiding students, supporting staff, and creating environments where excellence thrives. Their dedication, leadership, and commitment make a lasting impact far beyond the classroom.
We are grateful for the incredible principals across Laurens County School District 55:
• Laurens District 55 High School - Mr. Lewis Compton
• Laurens Elementary School - Mrs. Ashley Bragg
• Laurens Middle School - Mrs. Tiffany McElveen
• Gray Court-Owings School - Mr. Andy Entrekin
• Ford Elementary School - Mrs. Kim Penland
• Laurens Preparatory Academy - Dr. Tina Faulkner
• Sanders Middle School - Mr. Jonathan Schwalbe
• Waterloo Elementary School - Mrs. Emily Parks
• E.B. Morse Elementary School - Dr. Jason Bailey
• Hickory Tavern School - Mrs. Jennifer Robinson
Thank you for building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence in Administration and for inspiring success in every student you serve.
Happy National Principals’ Day! 🍎
April is School Library Month, and we’re celebrating the heart of our schools—our amazing librarians! We are proud to celebrate Claudia John, school librarian at Hickory Tavern School, during School Library Month!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
April is School Library Month, and we’re celebrating the heart of our schools—our amazing librarians! We are proud to celebrate Alyssa Richardson, school librarian at Waterloo Elementary School, during School Library Month!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
April is School Library Month, and we’re celebrating the heart of our schools—our amazing librarians! We are proud to celebrate Chelsea Bennett, school librarian at Laurens Middle School, during School Library Month!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
From helping students discover a love for reading to guiding research and supporting lifelong learning, our librarians do it all with passion and care. They create welcoming spaces where curiosity grows and imagination thrives.
We are thankful for all of our dedicated school librarians and the difference they make in the lives of our students each and every day!
April is National Poetry Month!
We celebrate the power of words and the inspiration of verse through this meaningful poem by HZ… DeAwsumPoet, “Education is Success.” A powerful reminder that education opens doors, shapes character, and lays the foundation for a successful future.
Education is an access
To the key of success
Education is the process of teaching and learning
Which will help us in our future earning
Education shapes the true character
Leading to a successful life it is the major factor
We celebrate the power of words and the inspiration of verse through this meaningful poem by HZ… DeAwsumPoet, “Education is Success.” A powerful reminder that education opens doors, shapes character, and lays the foundation for a successful future.
Education is an access
To the key of success
Education is the process of teaching and learning
Which will help us in our future earning
Education shapes the true character
Leading to a successful life it is the major factor
This week we celebrate Robotics Team 4451 during National Robotics Week.
FRC 4451 are headed to FIRST South Carolina this week and is currently ranked No. 1 in the state.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement, and best of luck. We are cheering you on all the way!
FRC 4451 are headed to FIRST South Carolina this week and is currently ranked No. 1 in the state.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement, and best of luck. We are cheering you on all the way!
Happy Easter!
Laurens County School District 55 celebrates our amazing school librarians today, April 4, 2026, in honor of National School Librarian Day!
Thank you for inspiring a love of reading, supporting student learning, and creating welcoming spaces where curiosity grows every day. Your impact reaches far beyond the library shelves!
Thank you for inspiring a love of reading, supporting student learning, and creating welcoming spaces where curiosity grows every day. Your impact reaches far beyond the library shelves!
Happy Spring Break! Please enjoy a safe and restful break. All Laurens County School District 55 Offices will be closed. Students and staff return on Monday, April 13th.
Laurens County School District 55 proudly supports and encourages the arts in our schools during Youth Art Month because every masterpiece starts with a young artist’s vision!
March is Music in Our Schools Month!
We’re celebrating the power of music and the talented students from Hickory Tavern School who bring it to life every day. From the classroom to the stage, music inspires creativity, builds confidence, and brings our school community together.
We’re celebrating the power of music and the talented students from Hickory Tavern School who bring it to life every day. From the classroom to the stage, music inspires creativity, builds confidence, and brings our school community together.
During Women’s History Month, we recognize and celebrate the incredible women who make a difference in our schools, workplaces, and communities.
Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the lasting impact you make every day.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Reminder: Laurens County School District 55 schools and offices will be closed on Friday, March 13, 2026.
This date had been set aside as a makeup day, but it will not be needed this year. Enjoy your day off!
This date had been set aside as a makeup day, but it will not be needed this year. Enjoy your day off!
This March, we celebrate National Nutrition Month by encouraging healthy habits that nourish our bodies and minds. Good nutrition is the foundation for energy, focus, and overall well-being — for students, staff, and families alike.
Simple steps like eating more fruits and vegetables, drinking plenty of water, and balancing meals can make a big difference every day. Let’s make healthy choices a part of our routine and inspire a culture of wellness in Laurens County School District 55!
Simple steps like eating more fruits and vegetables, drinking plenty of water, and balancing meals can make a big difference every day. Let’s make healthy choices a part of our routine and inspire a culture of wellness in Laurens County School District 55!
