Ahoy, Future Raiders! Laurens County School District 55 and First Steps Laurens County invite all rising kindergarteners and their families to our exciting back-to-school kickoff event. Join us on July 22, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at The Ridge (301 Exchange Drive, Laurens, SC) for a pirate-themed evening filled with fun activities, free books, and early learning excitement!
Happy Independence Day from Laurens County School District 55!
As we continue building a 5-Star Culture of Excellence, we take this time to honor the values of freedom, unity, and service that define our nation.
Laurens County School District 55 is proud to observe National Safety Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness about keeping our schools, staff, students, and community safe. Together, we can create a secure environment.
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equality. Let us remember the past, reflect on the present, and continue to work toward a brighter future.
Laurens County School District 55 celebrates all the amazing fathers in our community.
Happy Father's Day from Laurens 55!
We honor the symbol of our nation's unity, freedom, and resilience. Let’s take a moment to celebrate the red, white, and blue!
Congratulations to our Class of 2025 Salutatorian, San-Juana Cruz Tomas!
We are very pleased to announce Melissa Entrekin as the 2025-2026 Laurens District 55 High School Assistant Principal!
We are delighted to have Jennifer Robinson back in Laurens County School District 55.
Congratulations, Jennifer Robinson, 2025-2026 Hickory Tavern School Principal!
We are so excited to announce Kelsey Brown as the 2025-2026 Hickory Tavern School Assistant Principal!
Congratulations to our Class of 2025 Valedictorian, Mattie Dasher!
Gentle Reminder: The Laurens County School District 55 Student Nutrition Services Department will begin the 2025 Summer Meals Program today, June 4th.
https://bit.ly/2025SummerMealsInformation
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Congratulations again to all the Laurens County School District 55 2025-2026 Induction Teachers of the Year!
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Congratulations again to all the 2025-2026 Laurens County School District 55 Support Staff of the Year!
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Laurens County School District 55 Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month! This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are proud to spotlight Lahalla Garrett, Mental Health Counselor at Ford Elementary School and Waterloo Elementary School. Lahalla's hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of our students make a meaningful difference every day. Her compassionate support and advocacy help create safe, nurturing environments where students can grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you, Lahalla, for being an essential part of Laurens 55 and for all you do to support mental health in our schools!
Thank you for a wonderful 2024-2025 school year!
Please note our Schools and District Office Summer Hours
June 2nd - August 1st
Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed on Fridays
Laurens County School District 55 Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month! This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are proud to spotlight, Ashli S., Mental Health Counselor at Laurens Elementary School and Hickory Tavern School. Ashli's hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of our students make a meaningful difference every day. Her compassionate support and advocacy help create safe, nurturing environments where students can grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you, Ms. S. for being an essential part of Laurens 55 and for all you do to support mental health in our schools!
A gentle reminder that our students will be dismissed 3.5 hours early on Friday, May 30, 2025.
Laurens County School District 55 Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month! This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are proud to spotlight Sasha Cotton, Mental Health Counselor at Laurens District 55 High School and Laurens Preparatory Academy. Sasha's hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of our students make a meaningful difference every day. Her compassionate support and advocacy help create safe, nurturing environments where students can grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you, Sasha, for being an essential part of Laurens 55 and for all you do to support mental health in our schools!
The Laurens County School District 55 Student Nutrition Services Department is happy to share the 2025 Summer Meals Program information.
https://bit.ly/2025SummerMealsInformation
https://bit.ly/Spanish2025SummerMealsInformation
