Dear LCSD 55 Family,

I am humbled by the outpouring of support, prayers, and love from our LCSD 55 Family and the Laurens Community. It is an honor and privilege to lead the district where I live, worship, and have raised my boys.

As the superintendent, I want to assure you that my door is open to hear any concerns you may have. My goal is to provide support for ongoing progress in our district.

As we move forward as a district and community, stability, consistency, and integrity must be at the core of our system. Under my leadership, we will develop a 5-star Culture of Excellence and prioritize high-quality instruction, safety & facilities, staff development, family & community engagement, and fiscal responsibility. We will do our best to provide the best opportunities for our students and provide the best working environment for our staff.

Let us continue our partnership to give our children the best educational experience possible. Let's all strive for 5s in 55!

Thank you for entrusting Laurens County School District 55 with educating your children!

Dr. Jody Penland

Superintendent

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