Spring Pictures
Mrs. Campbell's class enjoyed several guest readers for Read Across America Week.
Thank you to School Board Member Cathy Little for coming to read to our students during "Read Across America Week".
Thanks to School Board Member Heather Elders for coming to read to our students during "Read Across America Week".
Thank you to School Board Member Peggy Nance for coming to read to our students during "Read Across America Week".
Fifth Grade Parents:
The deadline for purchasing a year book ad for your fifth grader has been extended through Thursday, March 14, 2024.
Congratulations to Mrs. Flor Ospina, Laurens Elementary's 2024-2025 Support Staff of the Year!
Congratulations to Ms. Jessica Tate, Laurens Elementary's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to our National School Breakfast Week winner, Bernice H.!
Parents,
Most art classes will be diving into the beautifully messy realm of chalk pastels this week. Students may not want to wear their best shirts on art day or parents may want to send a cover up shirt to wear during art class while we create our masterpieces!
National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
Thank you Officer Ted for all that you do at LES!
February is Black History Month, each day Dr. Littlejohn reads a black history trivia question and the first student to make it to the office with the correct answer wins a prize.
Who was the first African American Supreme Court Justice?
Thurgood Marshall
Correct Answer given by:
Aubree B.
February is Black History Month, each day Dr. Littlejohn reads a black history trivia question and the first student to make it to the office with the correct answer wins a prize.
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Whose contirbutions led to the establishment of Black History Month?
Carter G Woodson
Correct answer given by:
Josiah S.
February is Black History Month, each day Dr. Littlejohn reads a black history trivia question and the first student to make it to the office with the correct answer wins a prize.
Who invented the super soaker?
Lonnie Johnson
Correct answer given by:
Tristan Mc
February is Black History Month, each day Dr. Littlejohn reads a black history trivia question and the first student to make it to the office with the correct answer wins a prize.
Who became the first black female millionaire?
Madam CJ Walker
Correct answer given by:
Kaili G.
February is Black History Month, each day Dr. Littlejohn reads a black history trivia question and the first student to make it to the office with the correct answer wins a prize.
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Who invented the traffic light?
Correct answer given by Kinsleigh Mc.
Dear LCSD 55 Family,
Potential Threat to Laurens Middle School Deemed Nonexistent
Yesterday evening, authorities were alerted to a potential threat against Laurens Middle School, allegedly discussed by a group of juveniles and overheard by one juvenile who reported it to authorities. Following a thorough investigation, no evidence supporting these claims was found during a search of the residence of the alleged juvenile who was said to have made the threat.
However, in the early hours of the morning at around 2:30 AM, the FBI notified the LPD of a fake social media account circulating a bomb threat targeting Laurens Middle School. Rapid coordination between uniform patrol officers, school resource officers (SRO’s), and command staff, facilitated by the invaluable assistance of the FBI, swiftly led to the apprehension of the perpetrator.
The individual responsible for the hoax, a juvenile student of Laurens Middle School, has been detained. Their identity remains anonymous due to their status as a minor. They have confessed to fabricating the threat(s), affirming that there is no genuine danger to the school, its students, or the wider community.
To ensure utmost safety, the Laurens Police Department, in collaboration with Laurens County School District 55 Administration and Laurens Middle School staff, conducted a thorough search of Laurens Middle School this morning. The investigation concluded that there are no present threats to the school or its occupants.
In light of this incident, heightened security measures have been implemented across the district to reassure students, parents, and staff of their safety and well-being. School will commence at normal time without any deviation.
This notification underscores our commitment to transparency and our unwavering dedication to addressing and neutralizing potential threats swiftly and effectively. The juvenile perpetrator has been removed from the school and will face charges through the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, where he/she is currently being housed.
Laurens County School District 55 would like to thank the Laurens Police Department for their coordinated efforts and swift response to ensure the safety of our children, staff, and schools. For further inquiries, please contact Captain Heath Copeland of the Laurens Police Department or Jody Penland with Laurens County School District 55.
Sincerely,
LCSD 55
Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we are postponing our Family Formal. We will send more information home soon.
Congratulations, Louise Keithly, on your retirement! LES appreciates your service and you willl be missed by staff and students.
Our Teaching & Learning Department invites the public to participate in reviewing Instructional Materials for English Language Arts. We hope you can give your feedback. PDF Flyer Link: https://bit.ly/3HAhX3u