The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education is excited to announce that we are continuing our Virtual College Open Houses this Spring. Your sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to join these sessions to explore a variety of postsecondary options across our state.
Each event will be held from and will feature one of the following nine institutions:
Winthrop University: 1/14/2026
Newberry College: 1/21/2026
Central Carolina Technical College: 1/29/2026
Converse University: 2/4/2026
University of South Carolina Aiken: 2/18/2026
Benedict College: 2/25/2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College: 3/4/2026
Clemson University: 3/31/2026
Midlands Technical College: 4/16/2026
We encourage you to share this information with your students and their families. These virtual sessions provide a convenient way to learn more about academic programs, campus life, admissions, and financial aid.
Registration link for CHE Spring Virtual College Open Houses
Our first Virtual College Open House begins , and you will not want your students to miss it. https://chesc-21166.page451.sites.451.io/?authuser=0
Each event will be held from and will feature one of the following nine institutions:
Winthrop University: 1/14/2026
Newberry College: 1/21/2026
Central Carolina Technical College: 1/29/2026
Converse University: 2/4/2026
University of South Carolina Aiken: 2/18/2026
Benedict College: 2/25/2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College: 3/4/2026
Clemson University: 3/31/2026
Midlands Technical College: 4/16/2026
We encourage you to share this information with your students and their families. These virtual sessions provide a convenient way to learn more about academic programs, campus life, admissions, and financial aid.
Registration link for CHE Spring Virtual College Open Houses
Our first Virtual College Open House begins , and you will not want your students to miss it. https://chesc-21166.page451.sites.451.io/?authuser=0
✨ INDIAN LAND HIGH SCHOOL'S STUDENT COUNCIL PRESENTS: ✨
💗 ❄️ The First Sadie Hawkins Snow Ball ❄️ 💗
🗓 January 24th, 2026
⏰ 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 Indian Land High School
💞 Grab a friend & enjoy a night of:
✨ Sweet treats
✨ Dancing & Photos
✨ Winter magic
🎟 Tickets available on GoFan!
Purchase your tickets ahead of time to skip the line. $15 on Gofan and $20 at the door.
https://gofan.co/event/5402932?schoolId=SC1122
❄️ We can’t wait to see you there! ❄️
Outside Guest forms are due back by the end of school on 1/22/26.
💗 ❄️ The First Sadie Hawkins Snow Ball ❄️ 💗
🗓 January 24th, 2026
⏰ 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 Indian Land High School
💞 Grab a friend & enjoy a night of:
✨ Sweet treats
✨ Dancing & Photos
✨ Winter magic
🎟 Tickets available on GoFan!
Purchase your tickets ahead of time to skip the line. $15 on Gofan and $20 at the door.
https://gofan.co/event/5402932?schoolId=SC1122
❄️ We can’t wait to see you there! ❄️
Outside Guest forms are due back by the end of school on 1/22/26.
Rising Freshmen (8th grade) Open House
January 14th from 6-7:30 pm
Hear from Principal Parker and School Counseling
Visit CTE classrooms
Meet teachers of all departments
Stop by Athletics and Clubs tables
January 14th from 6-7:30 pm
Hear from Principal Parker and School Counseling
Visit CTE classrooms
Meet teachers of all departments
Stop by Athletics and Clubs tables
Ms. Samantha Worthen's students were named Turf Grass State Champs! Paige Little scored 1st highest individual and Grayson Miller scored 2nd highest individual. Mr. Tim Helsley was named the Innovative Educator award.
Last call for Rising Sophomore (Freshmen) IGPs
Current grades 9-12, if you still have not scheduled or had your IGP meeting, please be sure to reach out to your counselor to schedule a meeting ASAP!
Current grades 9-12, if you still have not scheduled or had your IGP meeting, please be sure to reach out to your counselor to schedule a meeting ASAP!
LCSD Employees: Please read the important announcement regarding Etrieve. If you have questions, please reach out to Kendra Watts.
Junior Announcement: SAT/ACT School-Day Testing
Juniors, South Carolina offers all third-year students (Juniors) the opportunity to take one college entrance exam—the SAT or the ACT—during the school day at no cost. You can only select one.
ILHS will be offering these exams on campus during the school day on the following days:
🗓 Testing Dates
• SAT: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
• ACT: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
📩 A sign-up link will be emailed to your parents/guardians this week. If you plan to take either exam, your parent/guardian must complete the form by Friday, January 9, 2026. The form will close at 11:59 p.m., and late submissions will not be accepted.
📊 Review the SAT vs. ACT Comparison Chart below to help decide which test is best for you.
If you have questions, see Ms. Austin, Test Coordinator. stephanie.austin@lcsd.k12.sc.us
Juniors, South Carolina offers all third-year students (Juniors) the opportunity to take one college entrance exam—the SAT or the ACT—during the school day at no cost. You can only select one.
ILHS will be offering these exams on campus during the school day on the following days:
🗓 Testing Dates
• SAT: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
• ACT: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
📩 A sign-up link will be emailed to your parents/guardians this week. If you plan to take either exam, your parent/guardian must complete the form by Friday, January 9, 2026. The form will close at 11:59 p.m., and late submissions will not be accepted.
📊 Review the SAT vs. ACT Comparison Chart below to help decide which test is best for you.
If you have questions, see Ms. Austin, Test Coordinator. stephanie.austin@lcsd.k12.sc.us
Academic challenge won both games, ILHS 28-23 NaFo, ILHS 28-9 northwestern! Congratulations academic challenge competitors!
🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year! 🎉
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
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
Directions regarding this form will be posted by the end of the day 12/11/2025 in the grade level counseling Google Classrooms and in the Sunday WIN from Mr. Parker.
Students, if you have requested honors or AP courses for next year, 26-27, please complete this form ASAP: https://forms.gle/L4pEdGsLADENGKip8
You will need recommendations from teachers to do so
🎉 Spirit Week Starts This Friday! 🎉
Friday (12/12): Festive Friday
Show off your holiday spirit with your favorite festive attire!
Monday (12/15): Merry Monday (PJs)
Roll into the week cozy and comfy in your best holiday pajamas!
Tuesday (12/16): Christmas Movie Day
Dress as a character from your class’s assigned Christmas movie:
Freshmen: Frosty the Snowman
Sophomores: Elf
Juniors: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Seniors: Santa Claus
Faculty/Staff: The Grinch
Wed (12/17): Winter Wonderland
Wear blue, white, and silver to bring all the frosty vibes!
Thurs (12/18): Holiday Vacation – Ski Lodge vs. Beach
Choose your winter getaway look:
⛷️ Ski Lodge – cozy flannels, puffer jackets, beanies
🏖️ Beach – tropical shirts, sunglasses, vacation mode!
Fri (12/19): Half Day for Students
Here is the schedule for the Indian Land Christmas parade. come watch your favorite band, JROTC, and other ILHS clubs and floats!
Basketball GameDay tonight ILHS vs LHS
We recognized some of our Fall Athletic teams during halftime of our 2nd Round Playoff Football game. Kudos to these student athletes on their amazing accomplishments this fall. Go Warriors!
A big congratulations to Manvi T. on being the first place winner of the VFW Voice of Democracy competition. Manvi will go on to compete at the VFW District level. Congrats Manvi!!
What an absolutely amazing game it was Friday night! Thanks to Mr. Helsley for this 3rd video capturing the magic. Go Warriors!
https://youtu.be/XvmgvoNOH8U?si=XlL5WiJUFJqSAd1M
Congratulations to the following students that These students auditioned and earned a seat in the Lancaster County Honor Band.
Students interested in dual enrollment for summer U26 or next fall F26. If you have completed or will be completing sophomore year with a 3.0+ GPA, applications are open now at USCL.
Juniors and seniors who are trying to take S26 courses- here is message from USCL: we will post an online registration form for all returning students on December 1, 2025, who were unable to attend the four returning student sessions. Please let them know to continue to check our USCL Dual Enrollment page for updates.
The new student orientations for spring are set for December 4th and December 10th, 2025, and registration will open tomorrow, Friday, November 21.
Contact your counselor with any questions.
Students, teacher, and staff can purchase chicken biscuits or chicken minis from Chic=k-fil-a for $6 near front office on Friday, starting at 8:30am. Pay with Venmo, Cash, Cashapp, debit card
It's almost time...https://vimeo.com/event/5249154?fl=so&fe=fs
Join us tonight for the LCSD Board of Trustees elections at 4:30 p.m. Public Session begins at 7:00pm.
Join us tonight for the LCSD Board of Trustees elections at 4:30 p.m. Public Session begins at 7:00pm.
