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News from Lancaster County School District - March 2024
Lancaster County School Community,
I am delighted to share news of State Champion athletes and teams, grants for instruction, and arts performances. Lancaster County School District enjoys recognizing those who are making an impact in the schools and beyond. Spring sports season is underway. There are many offerings for the community to enjoy great weather, games, and matches. See the information below regarding obtaining a Gold Card for sporting events. As we prepare to host the Special Olympics in April, checkout how schools partnered with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Department to raise funds and participate in the Polar Plunge.
I hope you have an opportunity to join us for our upcoming community forums. District leadership will answer your questions and share about district initiatives.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and I look forward to our shared journey of growth and excellence.
Yours for Excellence in Education,
Raashad Fitzpatrick, Ed.D.
Trustees Awards
At the February board meeting, Indian Land High student Isaac Segovia was recognized for earning a seat in the 2024 All-State Senior Band. Buford High's Eric Funderburk was recognized for being named 2024 Class AA State Athletic Director of the Year! Congratulations!
Polar Plunge
Staff from South Middle, Harrisburg Elementary, Indian Land High, Andrew Jackson Middle, Buford Elementary and Indian Land Intermediate participated in the Polar Plunge at Walnut Creek benefiting the Special Olympics.
Congratulations to South Middle, 2024 Coolest School Award for the school raising the most money for Special Olympics, $2,299.00!
Thank you, School Resource Officers!
February 15 was School Resource Officer Day! Thank you to our SROs who ensure our schools, students and staff are safe!
Boy's Basketball team meets Dude Tinsley
The A.R. Rucker's boys basketball Region Champions visited Catawba College on February 21st. They were able to attend a men's basketball game featuring a former Rucker Ram, O'Mazeon "Dude" Tinsley. They experienced a college campus along with the motivation from Dude to work hard not only on the court but in the classroom as well.
Partners for Youth Grant recipent
Lisa Faris is a business management teacher in the ILHS CTE department. She will be using that money to buy audio visual equipment to enhance her students experience.
McDonald Green Elementary AE (Specials) team all dressed up like the Food Group Books (The Bad Seed, The Sour Grape, The Smart Cookie, The Big Cheese, The Cool Bean, and The Good Egg) for the annual "favorite book character parade" on March 5, 2024.
ILHS Students represented on 3/1/24 for Read Across America Day. About 20 Readers at each of the Indian land area Elementary schools and 10 STEAM students participated in a lab with students at Harrisburg Elementary. They all did so well and really showed off how great our kids are. Take a look at the pictures:
High School Clinician Scott Fleischman and Middle School Clinician Jocquin Fuller directed the All-County Honors Band this past weekend. Honor band students across the district participated in this event. Check out the pictures!
Elementary Read-In
February 23, elementary Read In participants were invited to read and discuss Maya and the Robot by Eve L. Ewing. Students enjoyed a presentation by Alan Sanderson from the SC School for the Deaf and Blind, participated in STEAM collaborative activities, and practiced coding with robots.
Calling Summer Camps!
Does your LCSD sports team offer a summer camp? Do you want it advertised in the community and staff newsletters? If so, send your digital flyer in jpeg format to the email below so we can help you get the word out! Summer Camp flyers will have a special section in both newsletters until the end of the school year! #oneteam
Community Forums
Mark your calendar to hear from the District Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Superintendent Dr. Fitzpatrick, as they speak in each community area. Reception begins at 5:30 p.m. and speakers begin at 6:00 p.m.
– TUESDAY, MARCH 5 (click to watch)
at Indian Land High Auditorium • 5:30 p.m.
– MONDAY, MARCH 25
at Lancaster Multipurpose Building • 5:30 p.m.
– MONDAY, April 11
at Buford Elementary Cafeteria • 5:30 p.m.
– THURSDAY, APRIL 25
at Andrew Jackson Visual Performing Arts Building • 5:30 p.m.
Athletics
Buford Area
The Buford High wrestling team wrestled for the State Championship, Saturday, February 10 at Dreher High. Congratulations, Jackets! (Photo cred Buford Stinger)
Buford High
Wrestling:
State Runner up in team duals and 8 young men qualified for State in individuals. The top finishers were:
• Mason Knight, 4th place
• Mason Deese, 3rd place
• Antonio Amos, 3rd place
• Tucker Bohn, State Champion
• Michael Jaimez-Laney, State Champion
Great job Jackets and Coaches!!
ROTC Archery:
The BHS ROTC Archery team competed in the regional qualifier to see who will be able to compete in the brigade championships in Kentucky…. 🥁 Buford High School finished FIRST PLACE OVERALL with the team’s highest score yet at 1636! Abigail Conwell finished as the competition’s TOP SHOOTER with a score of 288! Morgan Watford finished as the competition’s SECOND OVERALL shooter with a score of 281! We are so very proud of Sgt. Marcano and these AMAZING cadets!
Girl's Soccer:
The Lady Jackets traveled to Batesburg-Leesville to continue playing in the Purple Paw Challenge and won!
Kershaw Area
Varsity Girls Basketball team defeated Bishop England 56-33 to claim the 2024 AA Lower State Championship.
Lancaster Area
Lancaster High
Wrestling:
Girls Coach: Donna Silvestro
• Sophomore Nataliya Clyburn finished 3-1 on the weekend to take 3rd place in the 235 weight class.
• Junior Nichaya Pemberton finished 3-0 on the weekend to take 1st place State Championship* in 170 weight class.
*First girls wrestling state champion at LHS and in Lancaster County.
Boys Coach: Ryan Faile
Senior Peyton Miles finished 2-1 on the weekend to take 2nd place in the 175 weight class.
Indian Land Area
Indian Land High
Wrestling:
Josh Horn (120lb) State Champion
Addie Shaw (Girls 100lb) State Runner Up
Kayden Fogarty (132lb) 3rd place
Samuil Sobko (144lb) 3rd place
Madison Bailey (girls 100lb) 4th place
Jackson Hodge (106lb) 5th place
Lowdan Kersey (190lb) 5th place
Head Boys: Flip Sheesley
Head Girls: Ryan Shaw
Archery:
Here are the results to the ILHS JROTC Team A during the 4 th Brigade Best of the Best Archery Competition held in Charlotte, NC on 24 Feb 2024. There were Twenty Schools represented, with a total of Twenty-Seven teams and ILHS finished Third overall with a score of 1580 points. Team A consisted of the following members:
- Seecharan, Shantel scored 277
- Jasmine Prince scored 272
- Wells, Caleb scored 268
- Cantley, Hayden scored 255
- Harlowe Jackson scored 254
- Hannah Hunter scored 254
ILHS Team B finished with a total score of 1436 points. They finished Second out of Eight B Teams.
The members of Team B were:
- Aular, Sofia
- Carter, Dyonne
- Devore, Zoey
- Spinella, Paige
- Carannante, Gabriella
- Mosqueda, Noah
The ILHS JROTC Archery will be headed to Kentucky for the Eastern National Archery Competition in May, Way to go Warriors.
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Gold Cards
Lancaster County residents 65 and older are eligible for a free Gold Card from our district. A Gold Card entitles you to get into any regular season sporting event (playoffs are exempt) in our school district free of charge. If you are a resident age 65 or older, you can order a LCSD Gold Card by filling out the form below. The communications office will send your Gold Card to you in the mail. Thanks for supporting Lancaster County Schools!
Get a Gold Card here!
Clear Bag Policy reminder
Mighty Warrior Volleyball Camp
June 17-20
Kingdom Learning Center Camp
June 3 - July 12
The 2023-2024 LCSD school calendar
March 21: Third elementary reporting period ends – Third middle school reporting period ends – Sixth high school reporting period ends
March 28: Elementary/middle/high school report cards issued
April 1-5: Spring break - schools & offices closed
April 30: Seventh high school reporting period ends
May 7: High school report cards issued
May 1-14: AP exams
May 27: Memorial Day - schools & offices closed
May 30: Exams – Early dismissal – No extracurricular activities
May 31: Fourth elementary & middle reporting period ends, Eighth high school period ends – Second semester ends – Early dismissal – No extracurricular activities – Last student school day – 1/2 teacher workday after early dismissal
May 30: Graduation (Andrew Jackson & Lancaster)
May 31: Graduation (Buford & Indian Land)
By June 11: Report cards to students
Job Openings
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