Wednesday, February 4, 2026 ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be on a two-hour delay.
Lancaster County School District has carefully assessed campus conditions, including main roads, auxiliary roads, parking areas, and walkways. While many surfaces have improved, some shaded areas still have ice—however temperatures are forecasted to remain above freezing tonight.
To allow additional time for our facilities teams to address any concerns and ensure campuses are as safe as possible for students, staff, and families, Lancaster County School District will operate on a two-hour delay.
We ask all families, staff, and students to continue exercising caution while traveling to school and allot enough time to travel safely. Keep in mind that a two hour delay is two hours after the school day normally starts. Please avoid areas that may present hazards and be prepared for possible redirection around icy spots upon arrival on campus. We also encourage students to wear appropriate footwear and clothing suited for current weather conditions. Reminder, breakfast is not served during a two-hour delay schedule. The 4K field trip will be rescheduled for a later date.
Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and commitment to student safety as we navigate these conditions together.
As a safety precaution, ALL Lancaster County schools, buildings, and facilities will be on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
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 OUTDOOR after school athletics, activities, and school related programs will be canceled beginning at the end of the school day on Friday, January 30, 2026 which will allow our Facilities and Maintenance teams to prepare facilities.
ALL athletics, activities, and school related programs are canceled Saturday, January 31, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 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 Sunday, February 1, 2026. REMINDER - Monday, February 2, 2026 is a HOLIDAY for students and a professional learning day for staff.
#LCSDWinterVibes
Join us this Thursday, 1/29 at 7:00 PM from the comfort of your couch (yes, PJs are welcome 👏).
We’ll be meeting virtually via Google Meet for our first PTSO General Meeting
Google Meet joining info:: https://meet.google.com/ysn-qxao-maf
We will be giving a current update as well as discuss the upcoming raffle we have planned to help keep our school community shining bright🌟.
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
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
On Tuesday, February 10th during 1st block we will give the following Career Center entrance exams below. The exams will be digital and each student will need their charged chromebook. The exam will take place in the auditorium. If you requested to take Welding, Culinary, Cosmetology, or EMS in your IGP with your counselor you will need to sign up to take the placement exam!
Please sign up to take the entrance exam via the google forms in the Counseling Google Classroom or in your student email no later than Friday, January 30th.
Be sure to sign up for the correct exam!
Welding - Current 9th and 10th graders.
Cosmetology - Current 10th graders.
Culinary - Current 9th and 10th graders.
EMS - Current 11th graders.
REMEMBER YOU MUST SIGN UP TO TAKE THE EXAM!
LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN POLAR PLUNGE for Special Olympics South Carolina. Announces the 2026 Walnut Creek Polar Plunge on February 7, 2026, at the Walnut Creek Clubhouse.
'Get involved by plunging or donating to help "Freezin' for a Reason"!'"
The 𝗜𝗟𝗛𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 is excited to host their 𝗦𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘄𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹 on 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! They're looking for amazing volunteers to help make the night a success. 💙
They are needing helping hands to:
✨ Manage the food table
✨ Supervise students in the Commons
If you’d like to volunteer, please make sure to:
1️⃣ Complete the 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 (if you haven’t already this school year): https://applicant.bib.com/#/
2️⃣ 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦: https://forms.gle/aHic47q7fu1KTnNZ7
If you have 𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, please contact Ms. O'Connell directly: jennifer.oconnell@lcsd.k12.sc.us
Your support helps make our school events fun and safe — we couldn’t do it without you! 🙌
#ILHS #StudentCouncil #SadieHawkinsSnowBall #VolunteerOpportunity #PTSO
All Talent levels are accepted.
We are excited to invite you to attend the HBCU College Fair on February 11, 2026! This is a great opportunity to connect directly with representatives from Historically Black Colleges and Universities and learn more about admissions, majors, scholarships, and campus life.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Departure from ILHS: 9:15 AM
Time at College Fair: 1 hour with college representatives
Return to ILHS: Immediately following the fair
Students will have dedicated time to speak one-on-one with college representatives, ask questions, and gather valuable information to support their postsecondary plans.
How to Sign Up:
Interested students must sign up and receive permission slip in the Counseling Office by Wednesday, January 14th.
YOU MUST RETURN YOUR PERMISSION SLIP BY JANUARY 16TH IN ORDER TO ATTEND THE FAIR.
Space is limited, so please be sure to sign up as soon as possible. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by the Counseling Office or Ms. Crosby's office.
They won two matches yesterday. 30-10 vs AJHS and 32-13 vs LancasterHS.