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South Middle School will host the fall Book Fair the week of October 7-11. Students are encouraged to check out all the book fair has to offer!

Vote for South Middle School with Murdock Orthodontists Making a Change challenge. https://www.murdockortho.com/making-a-change/

Monday, Sept 30 - A Day, Volleyball vs AJMS 5:30 pm

Tuesday, Oct 1 - B Day

Wednesday, Oct 2 - A Day, Fall Picture Day, Football vs. Great Falls @ LHS Stadium 5:30

Thursday, Oct 3 - B Day, Volleyball vs York Prep 5:30

Friday, Oct 4 - A Day

Monday, Oct 7 - B Day

Tuesday, Oct 8 - A Day, Volleyball @ AJMS 5:30

Wednesday, Oct 9 - B Day

Thursday, Oct 10 - A Day, Basketball Interest Mtg. 8:15 am, Volleyball vs AR Rucker 5:30

Friday, Oct 11 - B Day

Monday, Oct 14 - A Day Last day of R1

Tuesday, Oct 15 - B Day, Volleyball @ Buford 5:30 LCSD Board Meeting 7:00

Wednesday, Oct 16 - A Day, Football vs North Central @ Lancaster High School 5:30

Thursday, Oct 17 - Teacher Work Day

Friday, Oct 18 - NO SCHOOL for students and staff

Monday, Oct 21 - PD Day for Teachers - no students

Tuesday, Oct 22 - B Day, Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:30-6:30

Wednesday, Oct 23 - A Day, PSAT

Thursday, Oct 24 - R1 Report Cards Issued, Football @ Camden Middle 5:30, Perfect Attendance Celebration

Friday, Oct 25 - A Day, Mustang Rodeo (Positive Behavior) Flu Vaccine

Monday, Oct 28 - B Day, School Improvement/PTO 5:30, RED RIBBON WEEK Begins

Tuesday, Oct 29 - A Day

Wednesday, Oct 30 - B Day, Fall Picture Retake, Football vs AR Rucker @ LHS 5:30

Thursday, Oct 31 - A Day

Did you know:

1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Check out these Family Friendly Standards for each grade level!

Lancaster County School District is implementing the new tardy policy for 2024-2025.

South Middle School will hold our first Parent Teacher Conference Night on Tuesday, October 22 from 4:30-6:30 pm. Mark your calendars and invest in your child's education!

The cost for admission to all LCSD Middle School events is $5.00.

It is an SC Law that all 7th graders must have the TDAP Vaccine. You should check with the school nurse to make sure we have received an up to date vaccine record.

Email Rosa.Hudson@lcsd.k12.sc.us for information on how to join our PTO/SIC. Get involved at SMS today!